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
MAKING A ROOM SHINE
Photo: Rapid Imagery Courtesy of Envisions Flooring & Interiors Picking the Perfect Light Fixture Is the Finishing Touch of Home Design Lighting trends have changed considerably over the past few ...
ELEVATING RANGE HOODS
Create a Beautiful Focal Point in Your Kitchen Gone are the days of clunky, unsightly kitchen appliances! Nowadays, there are many options for the design and materials for the staple ...
IMPROVE
GARDEN
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 ...
SLOW THE FLOW
Photo Courtesy of Seven Oaks Landscape Hardscape Protect the Lake and Add to Your Property’s Value with Buffer Landscaping Those who are fortunate enough to live along a shoreline know ...
LIVE
CHOOSING THE RIGHT BOAT
Photo: James River Media What does a day at the lake look like to you? Whether you are planning a first-time watercraft purchase or are a seasoned boater looking to ...
GET HOOKED
Photo: James River Media On Snackle Boxes There’s something magical about eating grapes and cheese on a checkered blanket. After all, a picnic is just a casual meal…with a view! ...