As we juggle work, school, friends, family, and whatever else life throws at us, we have a tendency to push those closest to us to the bottom of our to-do lists. They have to know you love them, right? And of course, they love you too. But even the tightest of bonds can loosen a little and your Smith Mountain Lake getaway is the perfect time to put a double knot on your relationship. This guide to date night hot spots near Smith Mountain Lake will ensure the fires of […]
We are so proud of the vacation rentals we offer to guests who fly in from all over the world, and that excitement shows in the way we present our homes to you. We love getting you just as excited about a particular home—in this case, our Log Cabin Retreat property—and we just have to talk to you about a little more than we normally would! This walkthrough of a very special space will help you decide if it has everything you need for your Smith Mountain Lake vacation getaway. […]
The last ornament has been packed away and the final sip of champagne has been drained, while the new year stretches out before us like a field of freshly fallen snow. As often happens at this time of year, the winter blues begin to take over, but the best way to cure those blues is by making plans—plans to explore, plans to travel, and because Valentine’s Day is on a Sunday this year, plans to show the love of your life that the romance will never die! If your plans […]
Not every traveler takes their annual vacation in the summer; some prefer the feel of a winter day on the lake as they hike, play, or sit and enjoy the views from the porch—bundled up, of course! Winter fun, however, can bring on a mighty appetite, and if you are traveling to the Smith Mountain Lake for your seasonal getaway, we have a feeling you will appreciate this guide to the best places to get a hot winter meal near your escape on the lake! Jake’s Place, 1041 Harbour Inn […]
2020 is one year for which we are all going to be glad to see the end, and we are thrilled to say that New Year’s is literally just weeks away! Although we can’t predict what 2021 will bring, we do know that ending the old year and beginning the new one right here in the heart of America promises to give the next 12 months of your life a happy start that bodes well. This guide to Smith Mountain Lake New Year’s excitement will make sure that every minute […]
As 2020 careens towards the end, many of us have not made any plans for Christmas, as we just did not know what was going to happen. Fortunately, things are starting to calm down just a bit, and after spending so much of the year at home, we are looking forward to getting out and exploring the world once more! If your journey brings you to the festive shores of Smith Mountain Lake and stars a stay in one of our holiday homes, this guide to merry making will ensure […]
As this tough year comes to an end, you may not be feeling very thankful, but we know the perfect way to bring back the grateful to your life. Spending Thanksgiving in the serene and beautiful countryside that surrounds Smith Mountain Lake is our favorite way to remember our blessings, and if your journey brings you to Virginia for the holiday, staying in one of our simply comfortable escapes will make it even more special for you! Designed to Please Each property we offer is different, but when the door […]
As everything has seemed to change in this topsy turvy world we live in, it is only natural that schooling changes as well! The traditional carpool in your jammies, drop off and pick up in front of the school is a distant memory, as many of us have been forced into alternative methods that include online education and homeschooling. As we wrap our brains around this new normal, we also begin to think outside the box and realize one very important fact: Homeschooling does not have to be done from […]
After the way 2020 has turned out, we find ourselves appreciating the simple things in life even more. Secrets shared with the ones we love most, the happy giggles of our children as they watch their favorite cartoons, and the sun setting in a glorious cacophony of color after a long and stressful day. Travel can be counted as one of those simple pleasures, especially when you plan a retreat to the serenity of the Smith Mountain Lake area. If you just can’t get enough of the natural beauty of […]
A visit to Smith Mountain Lake offers plenty of laidback lifestyle vibes as you sleep late in our super comfortable beds, chill on the back porch with coffee or wine depending on the time of day, and spend as much time as you can on or near the water. But some of our visitors are wired differently, finding themselves unable to completely enjoy lake life without getting out there and exploring everything the area has to offer. For those people who walk to the beat of a different drummer, we […]
