We have had a gorgeous fall season at Smith Mountain Lake this year! We have been fortunate that it has been so long and mild, but the seasons are changing again and winter is coming as we knew it would. …
4 Alternative Heating Systems to Consider For Your Home
During the winter about 40% of the entire energy consumption in this country is spent heating homes. Most of these heating methods are non-renewable and are also very expensive in their cost to you. If you are environmentally conscious as well as interested …
Exterior Maintenance of Your Smith Mountain Lake Home
You’ve found your dream home among the beautiful properties built along the 500 miles of shoreline of Smith Mountain Lake. Now you want to keep it looking gorgeous. However, a well-manicured look comes with careful attention to outdoor maintenance so you’ll need …
Building A Home – Should I Add A Basement Or A Garage?
Many lot owners preparing to build at Smith Mountain Lake ask these questions. Some folks come here from areas such as Raleigh, where garages are a must and basements are virtually unheard of, so they assume it is the same …
The Essential Rules of Keeping Your Kids Safe Around the Water
Summer is the perfect time to pack your beach bag, scoop up your little ones, and head to the nearest watering hole. Unfortunately, beaches and pools can be a dangerous place for kids, with more than 800 children drowning each …
Smith Mountain Lake Versus The Beach
Lakefront living has many advantages over living near the ocean! I will detail several of these advantages shortly, but let me start by giving you one simple reason. In general, oceanfront property became popular decades before lakefront, so the prices …
Vacation at Smith Mountain Lake
After a long, cold winter a little bit of sunshine starts us dreaming of summer vacations, outings on the lake and all sorts of warm weather fun. So go ahead and dream a little! Imagine a vista of sparkling blue …
The Magic of Snow
It is not always easy to appreciate winter, when your electricity goes off, your water pipes freeze, or your nose and fingers go numb in the frigid temperatures. But even in the midst of cold weather hassles and challenges, it …
How to Naturally Repel Pests With Essential Oils
Maintaining a home while keeping out unwanted pests is no easy feat. And the challenge is even tougher when you’re living near the water. Food crumbs, trash cans, and warm temperatures can attract a variety of rodents and creepy crawlies …
Must-Know Tips for Boat Dock Maintenance
If you’re in the market for a lakeside property, you’re likely a boating or water sports enthusiast. As such, you’re going to need a place to store your boat or watercraft. Thankfully for boaters, many of lakeside properties on the …