Property Value Factor #7: Lot Size We often get first inquiries from people asking for the typical price of property per acre here. While there are rare individuals who want more acreage, most buyers value the factors discussed above so …
How is Smith Mountain Lake Waterfront Property Valued? – Key Factor #6
Property Value Factor #6: Cove versus Main Channel This issue is not completely cut and dry because there are varying degrees of land in coves, on the main channel, and in between. Many first-timers here at the lake assume that …
D-Day Living History Weekend
There will be a Living History weekend this month in Bedford near Smith Mountain Lake. Living History events make moments in our nation’s history come alive through discussion and live demonstrations of the period. This particular Weekend will include talks …
How is Smith Mountain Lake Waterfront Property Valued? – Key Factor #5
Property Value Factor #5: Location This issue is way down the list here at Smith Mountain Lake because the location is already established. Everyone choosing to buy at Virginia’s Jewel of the Blue Ridge already has THE location, wherever they …
Recognizing the ‘Poison’ Plants Part 2
There are undoubtedly a wide variety of pretty plants along the Smith Mountain Lake shoreline. Some of those shiny green leaves could cause those who come in contact with them a massive amount of discomfort. Poison Oak is one such plant. …
Property Value at Smith Mountain Lake
Did you ever wonder why the appraiser valued your Smith Mountain Lake real estate at $700,000 and yet you couldn’t sell it for $599,000 after a year on the market? Or perhaps you have seen a piece of undeveloped land …
Recognizing the ‘Poison’ Plants Part 1
With all the lovely greenery beginning to bud around Smith Mountain Lake, don’t forget to be cautious about the ones that can cause allergic reactions or contact dermatitis. I don’t have to remind those of you who have encountered these …
How is Smith Mountain Lake Waterfront Property Valued? – Key Factor #4
The 4th “key factor” that defines the real estate market in Smith Mountain Lake, VA, is the quality of the homes.
Do The Foxtrot
Smith Mountain Lake is ripe with opportunities to participate in new and interesting activities. Learning Ballroom dance is one of those. Have you ever enjoyed watching one of those old movies where they held fancy balls and cotillions and such? …
Area Events
Anywhere in the springtime is joyous with all that life bursting at the seams, but Smith Mountain Lake is especially wonderful this time of year. Not only is the Creation at its peak of natural beauty but there are many …