As you begin your search for your forever home near or on Smith Mountain Lake, we’re sure you have already started a bucket list of things you want from your property. Things like granite countertops in the kitchen, a large backyard, and a master retreat that includes an ensuite bathroom and a deep slipper tub to soak in during cold Virginia nights are some of the top “necessities” for most
When you start a home hunt in an area that you don’t really know very well, you can expect some fears to accompany the search. In addition to wondering whether the roof will withstand the next storm and trying to decide how old is too old for the appliances that come with the house, you also need to consider if the area in which you are searching is a “good”
As the heat of summer magically melts away, we in the Smith Mountain Lake area find ourselves giving a silent cheer. Fall has arrived, the trees are presenting their most colorful selves, and the crowds that fill the shores in the summer are dwindling. Now, don’t get us wrong, though. Fall is still a popular time in the Smith Mountain Lake area as the focus changes from water sports to
As we start to enter the last quarter of 2020, we are waiting with bated breath to discover what the year’s end will bring us, desperately hoping the experiences will be a lot happier than the ones we’ve endured during the first three quarters. This hasn’t been the greatest year, that’s for sure, but what if we could make our own luck during the remaining months? What if something as
As you prepare to enter this next chapter in your life, the events of the recent past are looming large in your mind and chances are you are more than ready for something new and different. Seeking more hours to spend with your family and less time wasted working jobs where you never feel appreciated is a popular activity these days, and when you choose Smith Mountain Lake for the
Buying a house is always a big deal, whether you are buying your forever home or one that you only intend on using for vacations; the costs are the same and involve a large investment of your personal funds! The differences, however, are plentiful, and if you are thinking of purchasing a Smith Mountain Lake summer home, our home buying guide will ensure that the process will be far easier
As summer moves into full swing, one of our favorite holidays takes place. In our minds, 4th of July, which we love even more this year as it falls on a Saturday, is the epitome of summer. A long day spent barbecuing, swimming, and watching fireworks explode in the sky is a day that is as close to perfect as can be, and when you are celebrating in your new
Many of our Smith Mountain Lake residents weren’t born and raised on the lake. Many of us vacationed here or lived in one of the nearby towns and simply fell in love with lake life. Offering a laidback vibe and a quality of life you just won’t find in the big cities, our lakeside towns are places most visitors wish they could call home. If you’re thinking you might be
There are many different reasons our clients may be deciding on making a move, from investment purchases to investments in your new larger family, neighborhood preferences to the sudden realization that your last child has moved on and the old home is filled with empty rooms and too many memories. But there is one major reason for choosing to move to the Smith Mountain area: The chance to enjoy the
Whether you are considering moving to the area for the first time or are just looking for a new neighborhood for your growing family, there are many things to consider about the move, including what you can do in the summer in the Smith Mountain Lake area. Families know the importance of summer fun, as children are faced with long days that stretch out before them and perhaps may need
