Capture the Panorama
Long views reward thoughtful window placement, taller ceilings in the main living spaces and decks or porches positioned for sunsets over the water.
Custom Home Builder in Huddleston, Virginia
Custom Homes in Huddleston, VA
Huddleston brings together big-water views, Smith Mountain Lake State Park and the relaxed pace of the lake’s north shore.
Cooper Contractors builds custom homes throughout the Huddleston area in Bedford County, drawing on more than 35 years of building at Smith Mountain Lake.
Whether your lot faces the open lower lake or sits in an established lake community, we design the home around the property and how you plan to live there.
35+ Years
Smith Mountain Lake Custom Home Experience
Huddleston, Virginia
North-Shore Views. Room to Breathe.
Custom homes near Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Mariners Landing and the lake’s broadest water.
The North Shore
Building Near Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Huddleston occupies the quieter north shore of Smith Mountain Lake in southeastern Bedford County.
The community is best known as the home of Smith Mountain Lake State Park, a 1,148-acre park with a public beach, hiking trails, camping and cabins. It is consistently one of the most visited attractions around the lake.
Huddleston is also home to the Mariners Landing golf and lake community, several marinas and Parkway Marina, which hosts the lake’s largest Fourth of July fireworks display.
For homeowners, Huddleston offers a more rural setting than the Bridgewater Plaza area, with wooded lots, broad water views and a strong sense of community on the Bedford County side of the lake.
Big-Water Views
Designing for the Wider Lower Lake
As the lake stretches toward Smith Mountain Dam, it opens into some of its broadest water. Huddleston lots often reflect that.
Plan for Exposure
Open water can mean stronger wind and more wave action. Covered outdoor rooms, durable siding and roofing, and a well-planned dock help a home stand up to the setting.
Work With the Slope
Many north-shore lots fall toward the water. A sloped-lot design with a walkout lower level can add living space and connect the home to the shoreline.
Community Living
Building Within a Huddleston Lake Community
Some of the north shore’s most desirable lots sit inside planned golf and lake communities.
Architectural Review
Many communities require plan approval before construction. We prepare for that review as part of the design schedule.
Design Guidelines
Minimum square footage, rooflines, exterior colors and materials may be specified in the covenants.
Shared Amenities
Community docks, pools or golf access can change how much private outdoor space and storage your own home needs.
Construction Rules
Work hours, site cleanliness and road use are often regulated. Respecting them keeps good relationships with future neighbors.
Ways to Live in Huddleston
A Home Shaped Around How You Will Use It
Retirement on the Lake
The north shore’s slower pace appeals to many retirees. Main-level living and accessible entries keep the home comfortable for years.
Family Gathering Place
With the State Park beach and trails nearby, grandchildren always have something to do. Bunk rooms and guest suites help everyone fit.
Golf and Lake Lifestyle
Homes near Mariners Landing can be planned around golf-cart storage, outdoor entertaining and easy lock-and-leave ownership.
Quiet Weekend Retreat
A weekend home can be compact, low-maintenance and focused on the porch, the dock and the view.
Shoreline Planning
Docks and Shoreline Work in Huddleston
Like everywhere on Smith Mountain Lake, the shoreline below the 800-foot contour is managed by Appalachian Power. Docks, stabilization such as riprap, paths to the water and vegetation removal in that zone require its approval under the Shoreline Management Plan, in addition to a Bedford County building permit.
Shoreline classification and frontage can limit what is possible on a given lot, so we recommend confirming dock potential before you purchase. Our waterfront construction and shoreline planning page explains the process in more detail.
Huddleston FAQ
Huddleston Custom Homes: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Huddleston on Smith Mountain Lake?
Huddleston is an unincorporated community in southeastern Bedford County, along Route 626 (Smith Mountain Lake Parkway) on the north shore of the lake. Smith Mountain Lake State Park and the Mariners Landing community are both in the Huddleston area.
Is Huddleston a good location if I travel to Lynchburg?
Huddleston is on the Bedford County side of the lake, and Smith Mountain Lake State Park is roughly 40 miles from both Lynchburg and Roanoke. Many homeowners like that balance when they split time between the lake and either city.
What should I know about building on the lower, wider part of the lake?
Toward the dam, Smith Mountain Lake opens into broader water with long views. Those views are a major draw, but exposed lots can also see more wind and wave action, which affects dock design, covered outdoor space and exterior materials.
Which county handles permits for a Huddleston home?
Huddleston is in Bedford County, so building permits typically go through Bedford County. Docks and shoreline improvements also require a separate permit from Appalachian Power under the Smith Mountain Lake Shoreline Management Plan.
Do you build homes in golf and lake communities around Huddleston?
Yes. Planned communities often have architectural guidelines covering size, materials, rooflines and approvals. We review those requirements early so the design and schedule account for them.
Can you help me evaluate a Huddleston lot before I buy it?
Yes. We are glad to look at slope, access, orientation, views and shoreline potential with you. A short site visit before purchase can prevent costly surprises during design and construction.
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Other Smith Mountain Lake Communities We Serve
We build custom homes in Moneta, VA, where our office is located, and custom homes in Hardy, VA on the Roanoke side of the lake. See how we work on our custom home builder page, or explore luxury custom homes we have built at the lake.
Planning a Home in Huddleston?
Start With a Conversation About Your North-Shore Lot
From State Park-area acreage to lots in established lake communities, we can help you plan a Huddleston home that fits the property. Call 540-721-4600 or send us a message.