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9 tips for buying waterfront home

Make sure your new home at Smith Mountain Lake is the home of your dreams with these tips!

Breweries, distilleries and wineries near Smith Mountain Lake

The Smith Mountain Lake area is home to a variety of brewers, distillers and vintners.

Taxes in Smith Mountain Lake-area localities

Be sure to consider real estate taxes and personal property taxes when you're choosing a home.

Smith Mountain Lake-area public and private schools

Get information about schools in localities around the lake.

By the numbers: Smith Mountain Lake statistics

Learn useful statistics about Smith Mountain Lake.

History of Smith Mountain Lake

Smith Mountain Lake reached full water level for the first time in 1966. 

Buying a second home: What you need to know

Buying a second home isn't something to take on without a plan. Here are some things you'll need to consider.

Guide to Smith Mountain Lake boat docks and marinas

Marinas and boat docks are often hubs of activity around Smith Mountain Lake as visitors and residents seek supplies, boat storage and servicing and gas.

Smith Mountain Lake must-do events

Encompassing over 500 miles of shoreline and 22,000 square feet of clear water in three counties, the Smith Mountain Lake area always has something happening.

Why now is the time to sell your Smith Mountain Lake home

If you pay attention to the real estate market, you’ve probably heard that current housing inventory is low.

Historic spots around Smith Mountain Lake

Smith Mountain Lake is best known for its beauty and recreational opportunities, but the area offers so much more!

Smith Mountain Lake Newcomers Guide

Welcome home to Smith Mountain Lake! We’re so glad you’re here!