Halesford Harbour Boat Rentals sits inside the Halesford Harbour Resort, a 41-acre lakefront campground and motel property on Smith Mountain Lake in Bedford County, just a few minutes from the Halesford Bridge and steps from the popular dockside restaurant “Jake’s Place.” Beyond the boat rental counter, the resort itself offers a 24-room motel (the only lakefront motel on the Bedford County side of the lake), RV camping with waterfront and terraced sites, and amenities like a boardwalk, basketball court, and waterslide.
Tritoons are the star of the rental fleet, combining the roominess of a pontoon with the handling and power for real watersports, making them the most requested boat here. Guests also have access to paddleboards for a quieter outing. Every rental benefits from the property’s 24/7 gas pumps, propane, and on-site marine store, so getting fueled up and stocked for the day takes just minutes.
Reviewers consistently highlight an easy, low-friction rental process, including smooth check-in handled through a text code, well-maintained boats, and a laidback, family-friendly atmosphere. The surrounding cove is known for frequent wildlife sightings, from deer and turkey to great blue herons and bald eagles, and Smith Mountain Lake itself remains one of Virginia’s top spots for trophy striped bass and largemouth bass fishing.
For anyone combining a Smith Mountain Lake boat rental with a lakefront stay, Halesford Harbour Boat Rentals offers a tritoon-forward fleet backed by resort amenities, restaurant access, and a cove setting known for its wildlife and quiet.
