Nancy and Danny Johnson with their son Shannon and wife Donna, own and operate Peaks of Otter Winery, Johnson’s Orchards, and Elmo’s Rest in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Bedford, Virginia. They are encouraged by their son Dan and his …
The Historic Poplar Forest….Thomas Jefferson’s 2nd Home
Thomas Jefferson, the 3rd President of the United States, had one of his two homes near Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia. While his home in Monticello was perhaps better known, Poplar Forest was his home away from home, and one of …
See Smith Mountain Lake By Water Taxi
Have you ever wanted to go out on Smith Mountain Lake for the day, but didn’t have your own boat? Or didn’t feel sure enough of your boating skills to rent one? Perhaps you are house hunting and would like …
Smith Mountain Lake Fall Attractions
A lot is going on at Smith Mountain Lake this fall besides just the falling leaves, so it seems like a good time to list some of the fun things you won’t want to miss. You can be part of …
Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days
July 20th through July 22nd has been officially named Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days Weekend. If that sounds like fun, it’s probably because it’s going to be a blast for the whole family! There will be something totally enjoyable for …
SML Lake Effects Movie Website
If other folks at Smith Mountain Lake have been as eagerly awaiting the release of the Lake Effects movie as I have, you will be glad to see the new SML Lake Effects Movie Website! As most of you know the …
Lake Effects Movie and It’s Stars Coming To Smith Mountain Lake
The stars from the Lake Effects Movie will be out October 7 at Smith Mountain Lake Virginia as the cast of “Lake Effects” returns to the area for the screening of Life Out Loud Films’ family film. The film began …
SML After 5 Concert Series
For all of you who enjoyed the “After 5 Jive at Smith Mountain Lake” last year, it’s back! On June 2nd, 2011 the SML After 5 Concert Series sponsored by local businesses, will begin. Everyone loves music of some kind …
SML Boat Parade With A Mission
Don’t forget to come to Smith Mountain Lake’s “13th Annual Flotilla For Toys Boat Parade of Lights”. (What a mouthful!) Just in case you have not heard (or have forgotten) the details here they are: – This is a benefit …
Jane Seymour at Smith Mountain Lake
Some of the biggest news at Smith Mountain Lake in the past months has been the casting and production of the movie “Lake Effects”. The even bigger news is that Jane Seymour will be playing one of the main parts …