In a world where furniture polish is made from real lemons and lemonade is made from artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners, and food coloring, we never know what is really in the products on our grocery store shelves. But more and …
The Mouse Trap
It’s easy to miss some of the local shops at Smith Mountain Lake, tucked away in plazas and out-of-the-way places. One of the more creative as far as its name goes is The Mouse Trap at Bridgewater Plaza. The shop …
Three Reasons To Build Your Home at Smith Mountain Lake
Building a new home can be an exciting and monumental undertaking, and many find it more deeply satisfying and desirable than buying an existing home. According to author Kenyon Blunt, if you are considering building a new home on or …
Smith Mountain Lake Library
Have you noticed the new library in Moneta? If you are a reader then there is no place in the world more inviting than a comfortable corner chair at the nearest library. Perhaps a library doesn’t sound like an exciting …
Home Security Reminders
Is your home on Smith Mountain Lake secure from break-ins and unwanted guests? Here is a reminder from Deanna Early at American Home Mortgage, of some of the ways you can upgrade the security of your home. Taking extra measures …
Senior News Publication for Smith Mountain Lake Area
Of interest to those who are retired or perhaps have an older parent in their household, is a FREE monthly publication called Senior News. It targets 50-plus residents and has been offered for over 12 years now to the areas …
Before You Renovate Part 2
If you are thinking of making changes to your home at Smith Mountain Lake, here are the rest of Patricia Tomaskovics’ tips to consider before beginning those renovations. Should you hire a professional? If you do decide that your home …
The Excitement About Moneta, Virginia
Have you ever wanted to be part of a community while it was in its developmental stages? You can have an impact and be an active part of Smith Mountain Lakes’ rapidly growing town of Moneta, Virginia. Join in to …
Before You Renovate Part 1
Many of the folks who own real estate on Smith Mountain Lake will be renovating or adding features to their lovely homes sometime this year. It’s always good to have an idea of where to begin and what your specific …
Loving Life on the Lakes Part 3
A Few Final Tales of Lake Life The tales of ordinary folks like you and me who have chosen to relocate to homes on the shores of beautiful lakes such as Smith Mountain Lake, are a never-ending parade of interesting …