ODE TO A LAKE HOUSE
By Kate Ericsson
What you need to know to buy at SML Nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia,...
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THE PERFECT PAIR
By Jason Arbusto
Photo: James River Media A quick, easy path through the world of food and wine Have you ever experienced a...
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CONSERVING THE LAND’S CHARACTER
By Margie Lippard
Photo: Michael Patch Creating access pathways at Smith Mountain Lake Before the Smith Mountain Lake Dam was completed in 1963...
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CREATING WOW WITH WARMTH
By Ginny Smith
Photography by Michael Patch Hospitality happens at Smith Mountain Lake Passionate about hospitality, Don and Cindy Barber envisioned a lake...
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LIVING LAKESIDE
By Katherine Fulghum Knopf
Photography by Michael Patch and Southern Landscape Group Smith MountainLake home a blend of traditional & modern Growing up in...
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HOOKED ON SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE
By Ferne and Jerry Hale
Photography by Michael Patch Pinterest-perfect details inviting for family & friends SML Charity Home Tour fans may have already visited...
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A PART OF NATURE
By Carter Heald Bendall
Photography by Michael Patch Gracious lake home evolves for a new season With stunning 180-degree views, this home graciously overlooks...
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DESIGN
LIFE OF THE PARTY
Photo: Michael Patch Home addition amplifies entertainment possibilities During social events, guests love to hover around the food and drinks. Savvy hosts know that it’s wise to separate snacks from ...
TURNING INTO MEMORIES ART
Clever ways to display travel souvenirs in your home Traveling is not just about visiting new places; it’s about collecting memories, experiences, and often, unique souvenirs that remind us of ...
IMPROVE
GARDEN
BE HAB AWARE
Photo Courtesy of Smith Mountain Lake Association (SMLA) Understanding Harmful Algal Blooms The shimmering waters of Smith Mountain Lake are a beloved attraction for residents and tourists alike, but recent ...
CHEW ON THIS
Finding plants that can resist a deer’s appetite Almost 15 years ago, my wife and I landscaped the walkway to our front door in Bedford County. The final piece of ...
LIVE
BEYOND BOATING
Photo: James River Media 10 unexpected & fun things to do around Smith Mountain Lake For many visitors, a typical day at Smith Mountain Lake includes the obvious pastimes of ...
CROWD PLEASERS
Photography by James River Media Slow cooking at the lake There is a tendency to equate slow cookers with cold-weather cooking. Many of the recipes out there for crock pots ...