Dates for the 2023 Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival Announced

One of the most popular events at Smith Mountain Lake, the SML Wine Festival, will be held at Crazy Horse Marina on Saturday, September 23rd, and Sunday, September 24th.| In the past, the wine festival was the signature event for the Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce. However, the chamber made the decision to […]
These Apps Help Keep Your Houseplants Alive

If your green thumb needs a bit of attention, fear not. Your app store has a library of digital remedies that will have your houseplants reaching for the sky. These apps diagnose ailments, create watering and sunlight schedules, and offer suggestions on how to help your plant reach its full potential. Below is a list […]
Top Housing Upgrades Made Popular During Covid

If you’re making a list of non-negotiables for your next home purchase, they may look a bit different than they did pre-pandemic. Now that we’re socially distancing and spending more time at home, we want to surround ourselves with amenities that make our lives more comfortable. Below is a list of trending amenities that are […]
How to Keep Your Home Smelling Fresh in Spring

After what seemed like a neverending forecast of rain, sleet, and snow, Springtime has finally decided to unpack and hang around for a few months. The sunshine and warmer temperatures have you opening windows, cleaning out closets, and making plans to update your patio, but soon you notice that your house smells…weird. And it keeps […]
The Westlake and Water’s Edge Welcome New Ownership

Two of Smith Mountain Lake’s most popular golf courses have been acquired by McConnell Golf, a Raleigh-based firm focused on introducing golf enthusiasts to regional top-tier golf clubs. The company’s founder, President & CEO John McConnell has owned property at The Water’s Edge since 1994 and states that he “fell in love with the course […]
How to Safely Enjoy Smith Mountain Lake This Summer

Spending summers at Smith Mountain Lake has been a popular pastime for many visitors to our area. With the recent outbreak of Covid-19, the travel and hospitality industry has seen a sharp decline in activity, and understandably so. The earlier months of the pandemic had many of us glued to our TVs and living rooms […]
What You Might Not Know About Disinfectants

During the COVID-19 crisis, we’ve all become hyper-focused on cleanliness and ensuring that we’re doing our part in keeping healthy. As such, cleaners and disinfectants have taken center stage in many conversations as we compare cleaning methods to see who might have the upper hand. One thing to keep in mind: just because something looks […]
Delivering Meals to Loved Ones During the Quarantine? Follow These Steps.

When you find out that a loved one is sick or unable to leave their home, you may volunteer to prepare and deliver food to help out during their time of need. Now, during the statewide lockdown, the issue of safe-handling and contact is of utmost importance. If you’re helping to prepare or deliver meals […]
Golf at Smith Mountain Lake

One of the most popular recreational activities at the lake amongst residents and vacationers is golf and with good reason. Smith Mountain Lake is home to a number of gorgeous golf courses, both public and private, offering golfers a variety of competitive options to challenge their skills. If you’re moving into the area and spending […]
Smith Mountain Lake Farms and Rural Properties

Living at Smith Mountain Lake doesn’t mean that you have to purchase waterfront property. Some of the most beautiful and sought-after properties are located in rural areas just outside of the lake area. These idyllic properties offer privacy and rustic charm with many Smith Mountain Lake attractions within close proximity. Horse Properties at Smith Mountain […]