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Contents Smith Mountain Laker Magazine | January/February 2013
DEPARTMENTS 9
Editor’s Note
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Take the Laker With You
Shorelines
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Lake Homes • A look inside the Compass Cove retreat of Mike and Mary Lynn Toalson
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Lake & Garden • Catriona Tudor Erler’s recommendations for wintertime reading
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Fit & Healthy • Fitness enthusiasts Jack and Jan O’Connell found love later in life after being matched up on a dating website
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Art & Culture • 4-H Road Scholar participants share a zest for lifelong learning
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Best of SML Awards • Reader favorites revealed for 2013!
Special Sections 43
Wedding Guide • College sweethearts returned home for a romantic lakeside wedding, plus our wedding services directory
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Lodging Guide • B&B? Resort? Vacation rental? Get the details you need to decide which SML accommodation is right for you
Savor 69
Treats • Local chocolatier Stacy Noland makes decadent desserts for any occasion
Social Seen ON THE COVER Icons representing each category in our 2013 Best of SML Awards are arranged to form a trophy. Turn to Page 35 for the results! Illustration by Ken Oliver
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Centra offers full, family medical services, orthopaedics, cardiology and urology conveniently located in our offices in Moneta. Centra’s new orthopaedic service in Bedford Memorial Hospital will help members of the community deal with joint pain, sports injuries and fractures closer to home. For better heart health, board certified cardiologists from The Cardiovascular Group of the Centra Stroobants Heart Center perform full cardiac services and board certified urologists from Centra Seven Hills Urology treat a wide range of conditions. And we also offer medical services for the whole family at Village Family Physicians. Convenient orthopaedic, cardiology and urology services, plus the experience and excellence of our family physicians—it is just another way that Centra is committed to bringing you awardwinning medical care that is close to home.
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in the late 1970s and early ’80s, there were several TV shows I rarely missed: “Little House on the Pairie,” “Charlie’s Angels,” “Happy Days.” But perhaps my all-time favorite was “The Love Boat.” (I even dressed up one Halloween as Cruise Director Julie McCoy.) The popular sitcom set aboard the “Pacific Princess” featured a familiar cast who, each week, worked alongside different guest stars to fix troubled relationships and help passengers fall in love. Back then, I always was perched in front of the TV in time for the familiar opening theme music, eager to find out which up-and-coming actors or old favorites would embark that Saturday night. If the show were on today, I’d probably set the DVR or maybe even search Google to find out the details in advance. Yes, technology has changed dramatically since the days when Gopher, Isaac and the gang played matchmakers. It’s also changed the manner in which love connections often are made. Just ask Jack and Jan O’Connell, an area couple who married later in life after being matched up on a dating website. You can read their love story, and about how they make fitness a priority in their marriage, in Fit & Healthy (Page 26). Love is a common theme in this issue. In addition to our annual Wedding Guide (Page 43), you’ll find a feature on a local chocolatier whose decadent treats are particularly popular for Valentine’s Day (Page 69) and a story on one program at the Skelton 4-H Center geared toward adults who share an affection for lifelong learning (Page 31). Of course, the biggest love story we tell in this issue is what businesses, food, drink and lake lifestyle happenings our readers cherish the most. The results of our 12th Annual Best of SML Awards, which includes winners in four new categories, start on Page 35. Enjoy!
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Charleston
August Hartkern of Hardy took this shot of the Wanderers of Smith Mountain Lake Newcomers following a cruise of the harbor in Charleston, S.C., in September. The trip was organized by Moneta’s Shirley Fry (far left in blue visor), who retired as the club’s tour leader in December after 12 years of service. “She has planned many trips over the years, and her organization skills, adventurous spirit and sense of fun has been appreciated by many lake residents,” said Sandy Furick, who submitted the photo.
Europe Tom and Jackie McKeown of Huddleston took the Laker on an alpine tour last May through Germany, Austria, Switzerland and northern Italy. While the couple saw many beautiful lakes on their trip (including Lake Como in Lombardy, Italy, where this photo was taken), Jackie said their favorite is still Smith Mountain Lake.
Florida Ashley Johoske (left) of Moneta and Caroline McConnell of Penhook, seventh-graders at Benjamin Franklin Middle School, took the Laker along on a trip to Orlando last spring. Ashley’s mom, Vicky Johoske, snapped this photo of the friends at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, a theme park in Universal Orlando resort.
Bahamas Espe Forero took a break from running Lago Pizza in Moneta to cruise the Bahamas in October with her husband, Julio Ortiz. The couple made stops in Freeport, Nassau and Half Moon Cay, where this photo was taken with the September/October issue of Laker Magazine.
Afghanistan Chief Warrant Officer Four Delmar Kidd, an Army pilot stationed at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan, posed for this photo in September with an Army C-12 Hawker Beechcraft B200 in the background. “Nothing like a little light reading during long combat missions to remind you of home,” quipped Kidd, who is scheduled to return to the United States in April. A resident of Chester, Kidd said he’s looking forward to resuming weekend getaways to Mitchell’s Point in Huddleston with his wife, Debbie.
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Mike Toalson combined his own industry expertise with that of a local contractor and interior designer when building the lake retreat he now enjoys with wife Mary Lynn.
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ABOVE The exterior of the Toalson home, painted a warm green, is accented with natural stone and white trim. RIGHT A bright dining room with rustic furniture opens to a large living room that includes built-iin cabinets around the fireplace.
Since the Toalsons were living in Richmond during the building process, the project presented some challenges. But Mike had professional experience that helped: As chief executive officer of the Home Builders Association of Virginia (HBAV), he works closely with home builders on a daily basis and heads up a lobbying team that works with state lawmakers and regulators on home-construction regulations and legislation.
BUILDING BASICS Year Built 2012 Square Footage 4,000 design Style Modern Craftsman architect Bode Designs, Richmond Builder D.S. Zechini Construction Interior designer Designer Solutions
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“You’ve got to find a builder you can trust,” advised Mike, who chose Scott Zechini, an HBAV member whose work on other homes at Smith Mountain Lake impressed him. The two started with a house plan Zechini had used previously and modified it accommodate the Toalsons’ wants and needs. “We really knew what we wanted in a house; we had had 18 years of experience at a home on the lake,” said Mike. “Not only do our children visit, we have a large extended family, so we needed room for lots of guests. We bumped out the plan’s eating area and great room, and we made the deck 12 feet wide, four feet wider than at the old house. We took some of the space from the master bedroom – all you do there is sleep, why have it be so big? – and added that space to the great room. We liked the open-concept floor plan, and we vaulted the ceiling to make the space more bright and airy. “Also, it was important to make the house as maintenance-free as possible,” Mike said. For the deck, the Toalsons chose low-maintenance boarding material from Azek and powder-coated aluminum railings. The lower level has tile flooring for easy maintenance; the main level has oak underfoot.
Mary Lynn enlisted the help of Miranda Shotwell of Designer Solutions for many of the home’s interior design elements, including lighting, cabinetry, countertops, flooring, shower-tile design and paint colors. “Mary Lynn liked what I call ‘spa colors,’ that are very light,” Shotwell said. “In the bathrooms adjoining each of the four bedrooms, we used a coordinating color that was a few shades darker.”
HOME JOURNAL We designed the House around “It was designed around our experience about what areas of the home you use a lot. We made the master bedroom smaller and added on to the great room,” Mike said. The Lake Factor The Toalsons expanded the deck to run the full length of the back of the home and increased the width from 8 to 12 feet. The space allows the couple to enjoy additional time outdoors and sunrise views over the lake. Glad We Splurged On “Built-in cabinets around the fireplace and large closets,” Mike said. Why We Chose Smith mountain Lake “Friends invited us to SML on a cloudy, dull day, but the lake was still so beautiful,” Mary Lynn said. “We were sold on it right then.”
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Even though Zechini sent photos throughout the construction process, the Toalsons visited the lake monthly to check on the home’s progress. But they took comfort in knowing the builder had their best interests at heart. “Scott rebuilt the lakeside stone columns three times – not because of our comments, but because he didn’t like the look of them, and he wanted to get it right,” Mary Lynn said. “After much searching, he found the Arts and Crafts-style front door for us. My tastes were higher than our budget, but he was a good shopper. Mike said his daily job duties definitely came in handy when building the couple’s lake retreat. “My position requires me to visit many home building sites every year,” he said, “and often my discussions with industry leaders surround such issues as the Uniform Statewide Building Code, and the latest news and information about new building methodologies and materials.” Clockwise from left, theToalsons adjusted the original floor plan of their home to enlarge the open-concept kitchen, dining room and living room; the master bathroom features cool greens and browns, colors favored by the homeowners; the deck extends the entire length of the home.
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“The World oF Trees” BY HUGH JOHNSON
Even if you think you’re not interested in trees, Hugh Johnson’s book will convince you otherwise. The superb photographs draw readers into the book and teach them to see the splendor and intimate beauty of trees. The opinionated, informative text is equally compelling. An example of his delightful style: “It is possible for a tree to be too easy and prolific - to devalue itself by appearing whether it is invited or not. The tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) makes this mistake. ‘Urban weed’ is the phrase most often used about it; even ‘ghetto palm.’ No other tree in this book comes with a ‘Don’t plant at any cost’ label. But before dismissing it we should at least look closer.” You’ll learn about the structure and life cycle of trees, how trees are named, trees and the weather, the use of trees in gardens and landscape design, and tree planting and care. Buy it as a reference book, as a coffee table book and as a book you’ll want to read from cover to cover.
compacting force propels the seeds out of the fruits capsules, shooting them as far as 16 feet in a ballistic barrage. Then there is the literature associated with violets. All the serious, silly and crude variations on the “Roses are red, violets are blue” rhyme can be traced back to 1590 in Sir Edmund Spencer’s epic poem, “The Faerie Queene”: “She bath’d with roses red, and violets blew, And all the sweetest flowers, that in the forrest grew.” Whether discussing the latest scientific research on the botany and life cycle of these diverse native plants or the lore and literature associated with them, Gracie’s conversational writing style will keep you reading.
“Fairy Gardens: A Guide to “sprinG WildFloWers oF Growing an Enchanted Miniature The norTheasT” BY CaROL GRaCIE World” BY BETTY EaRL This book is a comprehensive and fascinating look at 30 native wildflowers found in the northeast and as far south as Smith Mountain Lake, including bloodroot, lady slipper orchids, skunk cabbage, spring beauties and Virginia bluebells. The photographs are beautiful, helping to identify the plants, and the close-ups are revealing, showing plant details we generally overlook. The humble blue violet gets prime coverage, and we learn what an exceptional plant it is. You can eat it, it can soothe your soul, alleviate your pain and save your life. And the blue violet is a survivor. When the seeds are ripe, the three-chambered seed pod opens and the edges of each chamber begin to contract. The
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Clap if you believe in fairies. One of the latest trends in gardening is creating miniature garden settings outfitted with tiny accessories for “fairies” to enjoy. The resulting “gardenettes” are enchanting for young and old, and a fun project to do with the grandchildren. “Fairy Gardens: A Guide to Growing an Enchanted Miniature World” will get you started in this interesting hobby that combines the love of gardens with the fascination of miniatures and dollhouses. Laced between instructions and inspirational ideas for creating and caring for a fairy garden, author Betty Earl inserts tales of fairy lore I found fascinating.
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“The UnTamed Garden” BY SONIa daY
The brown paper jacket hides the cover illustration of Lawrence AlmaTadema’s sensuous painting “The Roses of Heliogabalus,” which depicts debauched Romans being smothered by rose petals. This spoof on the brown wrapper covering sexually explicit books, sets the tone for this fascinating book that explores different aspects of love through plants: innocence in the Madonna lily, flirtation in the peony, romance in the rose, seduction in the cereus, desire in the fig, lust in the orchid and so on. Throughout you’ll find tidbits from myth, history, botany and plant lore to reveal how plants have seduced our hearts, minds and bodies throughout the ages. Present this book to your love one Valentine’s Day, and together you can explore botany and love.
Calendar: “2013 TomaToes: A Month by Month Guide to Growing Tomatoes” Tomato-growing aficionados at Smith Mountain Lake will definitely want to check out this calendar. It looks like a traditional calendar, but goes far beyond, providing seasonal information about how to plant tomatoes, when to feed, how much water to give and dealing with pests. This tomato-culture advice is color coded for eight growing regions so the calendar is as useful to tomato enthusiasts in Southern California as it is to those at SML. The tomato portraits will inspire you to try new varieties such as ‘Indigo Rose’ and ‘Chocolate Stripes.’ The five-star-rated calendar is available on amazon.com for $20. Catriona Tudor Erler is a freelance garden writer, photographer and speaker who divides her time between Smith Mountain Lake and Charlottesville. The author of nine gardening books, Tudor Erler also blogs at joyofgardens.com.
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What’s a Laker to do when he or she needs to be out of town and there’s no one around to water the outdoor containers and houseplants? A product called DriWater comes to the rescue. This innovative material is 98 percent water, locked up in biodegradable, non-toxic, food-grade ingredients that combine as a gel. When the gel makes contact with the potting mix, the natural microorganisms in the mix slowly break down the gel, releasing the water. One 9-ounce gel pack can provide consistent moisture in a container for up to 30 days. DriWater is available in 9-ounce and 32-ounce gel packs, as well as 32-ounce quart containers. The larger size waters for 90 days, and is excellent for establishing newly planted trees, shrubs and native perennials. Available at amazon.com, they start at $7.
ATmoSpHeRic Fog Nobody needs to have misty fog drifting up from their pond or container water garden, but it sure is fun - and not very expensive. I used the SmartPond light and fogger, which includes nine LED lights that change color from orange to red to blue to magenta. Just set the device in the water, plug it in and watch the mist rise. Put the fogger to another use at Halloween to create a spooky jack-o’-lantern. Fill your carved pumpkin as full of water as you can, insert the fogger and plug it in. You’ll have a glowing face with creepy fog drifting out the features. SmartPond foggers are available at Lowe’s starting at $23.
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for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, has two daughters, and Jan, a registered nurse, two sons. Both make fitness a priority, enjoy all sorts of outdoor activity and prefer rustic cabins and camping to more posh vacation options. At the end of the date, they wanted to see one another again, but it would have to wait. Jack had dates lined up for the rest of the week. “I asked that he let me know how it goes, and should he meet someone he really liked, then I wished him good luck and happiness. I could not believe it when Jack called me every night to fill me in,” said Jan. Jack’s other dates turned out to be unsuccessful, and he and Jan began an official courtship. Jack said much
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Soon, the two were sharing a first-date picnic lunch and hike to Sharp Top at the Peaks of Otter in Bedford. The hiking part was easy; breaking the ice took a bit more effort. “No sparks flew when we met,” said Jan. “When we reached the top, we talked for several hours. The more we talked, the more we realized we were interested in each other.” The couple learned they had much more in common than the loss of a spouse. Jack, a district conservationist LEFT Jack and Jan O’Connell relax after a hike at Smith Mountain Lake Community Park.
of it was spent doing many of the same activities they participate in today. “We enjoy the outdoors at every opportunity – going biking on the New River or Greenbrier River trails or spending a weekend in a rustic cabin to go hiking in the mountains. We travel on our own or with the Roanoke Ski Club, never running out of places that we want to explore,” he said. There are some differences between the two, however. Jan noted Jack’s natural athleticism and brave handling of expert-level ski slopes, which she has yet to conquer. But it is their many similarities that have kept them together.
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Your Community. Your Healthcare. From Philpott Lake to Smith Mountain Lake, Carilion Clinic has your healthcare needs covered, and we’ll keep you connected to your health through an electronic medical record. Whether you need a general checkup, specialty care, emergency care, or hospitalization, we are right here when you need us. Carilion Clinic Westlake Center (behind Kroger):
Hospitals and Emergency Rooms:
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CFMH offers a wide range of services, including general surgery, cancer care, cardiology, cardiac nuclear medicine, imaging (X-ray, CT, MRI, mammography, ultrasound, and bone densitometry), therapy, podiatry, urology, hospice, home care, GYN surgery, wellness programs, and more.
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ABOVE Jack O’Connell (on yellow ball) teaches an abs class at the YMCA in Rocky Mount while his wife, Jan (purple shirt), participates. BELOW Jack and Jan O’Connell make fitness a priority in their marriage, finding time often to exercise outdoors.
“When you are middle-aged, there are so many things that have to mesh for a relationship to work out,” said Jack. “Jan and I were delighted that things worked out relatively easy for us. We work in the same area, like to reside in a rural setting, attend church regularly and are dedicated to our families.” As added affirmation, they were one of the highest scoring couples on a church premarital test. After two years of dating, the couple married. “The choice for our honeymoon was a week’s stay in a restored Civil War-era cabin near Marlinton, West Virginia,” said Jack. “We made no plans and decided each morning where we would hike and drive. One day, we rented bicycles and biked on the beautiful Greenbrier River Trail. We had so much fun that we purchased bicycles and have biked the entire lengths of both the Greenbrier and New River trails several times over.” The O’Connells continue to prioritize outdoor activity and fitness. The couple can be found frequenting the Franklin County YMCA in Rocky Mount, where Jack is the instructor of Thursday evening’s “Rock Hard Abs” class. “I have been a YMCA member for about 15 years. I just want to stay fit and live a long and healthy life. Teaching a class at the YMCA was a personal challenge for me to grow in confidence,” said Jack. Jack and Jan’s experiences have given them insight for others who long for similar success.
“Dating and marriage isn’t for everyone. I think it is important to be truthful, open and honest in any relationship, and especially with yourself,” said Jan. Jack added, “After I lost my wife, I wanted to resume a loving relationship right away. I often came home from dates feeling depressed, like I would never find the right person for me. My daughters, family and friends gave me support and encouragement. Their advice was: Don’t settle. Wait for the right person. It was good advice.”
“Dating and marriage isn’t for everyone. I think it is important to be truthful, open and honest in any relationship, and especially with yourself.” Jan O’Connell
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in Bedford and the Booker T. Washington National Monument in Hardy. “I’ve been very lucky to find excellent academic experts locally,” Crowley said. “We are limited to the kinds of programs that are native to this area, so we tend to go to local colleges and tap into their speaker’s bureaus.” Road Scholar programs used to be open only to those 55 or older, but that restriction has been removed, said Crowley. “Still, the majority are at least 65 and older, and the average age is 72,” he said. “It’s a case of they’re now having time to tap into their interests, without worrying about tests and grades. We offer a ‘snapshot’ course where one would come in on a Monday and leave Thursday. Additionally, there is the traditional course where one comes in on Sunday and leaves Friday.” The program’s usual format includes a lecture in the morning and a group trip in the afternoon. For instance, if the subject matter is Thomas Jefferson, the trip may be to nearby Poplar Forest, the third president’s personal retreat in Bedford County. Or, if group members are studying the Appalachian Trail, an activity might include a walk around the trails at nearby Peaks of Otter. In the evening, there are more lectures, a movie or some other form of entertainment. The conviviality is a big part of this program, said Crowley – “what you gain from others attending. For the most part, participants are well educated, want to learn and are curious, and this provides a setting of learning for learning’s sake.”
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OPENING PAGE Instructor Ron Coleman lectures to Road Scholar students during a class entitled “Virginia Sampler: Exploring Blue Ridge Historical Sites and Stories” at the Skelton 4-H Center in Wirtz. LEFT Betsy Haynes (far right), a ranger at Booker T. Washington National Monument in Hardy, shares information with Road Scholar students on a class field trip. BELOW Books and other materials used as part of a Road Scholar program at the Skelton 4-H Center are available to students.
UpCominG proGrams Following is a list of Road Scholar programs scheduled at the W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center in Wirtz. For more information or to sign up, visit skelton4hcenter.org or contact Dennis Crowley at 540-721-2759, ext. 264. VIRGINIA SAMPLER: EXPLORING THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL SITES AND STORIES Expert lectures, colorful stories, a brief hike along the Appalachian Trail and a visit to the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford. | April 21-26, Aug. 25-30 and Oct. 6-11
While the Road Scholar program is headquartered in Boston, it has more than 2,000 host sites around the world. For those who live at or near SML, the Skelton 4-H Center can also provide a learning opportunity for commuters, said Crowley. Because commuters usually don’t stay overnight, the course is also more affordable. For example, the upcoming program, “American Presidency: Success, Failure, Character and Leadership,” offered May 28-31, is $498 for a double-occupancy room, but only $228 for a commuter. For both options, the price includes nine meals (three breakfasts, lunches and dinners), seven expert-led lectures, three field trips and two performances. The Skelton Center offers both hotel and dormstyle accommodations as well as a dining hall., which will be remodeled in the fall Other facilities include the lakeside James A. Meador Nature Center, which offers aquatics and forestry classrooms and an atrium with live animal exhibits. Additionally, there are miles of nature trails, fields, forests and shoreline to explore. Crowley said Road Scholar participants come not just for the educational benefits, but also because they want to see another part of the country. There are usually about 40-50 students for one program, he said. For more information, visit the Skelton Center’s website at skelton4hcenter.org or contact Crowley by phone at 540-721-2759, ext. 264.
HOW THE CIVIL WAR SHAPED JUBAL EARLY, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON … PLUS, A LITTLE MOONSHINE! This course focuses on Franklin County, the home of both Early and Washington, and how the Civil War shaped their ties to American history. A boat excursion on SML is included. | May 6-9 AMERICAN PRESIDENCY: SUCCESS, FAILURE, CHARACTER AND LEADERSHIP This course takes a look at each president’s successes, failures and scandals. It is augmented by video clips and other media. | May 28-31 TEDDY ROOSEVELT: A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS One of the most colorful figures in American history, Roosevelt is studied from his many sides in an attempt to capture the spirit of the era. A boat excursion on SML is included. | May 20-23 ANTIQUING IN THE BLUE RIDGE A primer on how to recognize valuable antiques and properly restore and preserve them. Includes field trips to Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest and a local antique store as well as a boat excursion on SML. | Sept. 16-19 TEARS OF FREEDOM: THE FINAL WEEKS OF THE CIVIL WAR A program focusing on the African-American perspective throughout the Civil War. Includes field trip to Booker T. Washington National Monument and Appomattox. | Oct. 21-24
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2013 AwArd winners Best New Business ɶ
Jake’s Place
Sweet Frog Premium Frozen Yogurt Spa La La Blue
Best Customer Service ɶ
Capps Home Building Center
Blackwater Cafe Halesford Harbour Inn
Best Auto Service ɶ
Westlake Auto Service
Team Coachworks Tom and Mike Gordon, Jake’s Place
TNT Auto Body Repair & Service Center
Best Marina
Best new Business: Jake’s Place A waterfront view, by-boat access, spacious bar and an eclectic menu are just a few of the reasons readers voted Jake’s Place at Halesford Harbour top new business of the year in our Best of SML
Bayside Marina and Yacht Club
Best Dock Builder ɶ
Turner’s Building, Inc.
Plyler Homes & Docks Michael Dillon Custom Docks
Best Home Décor Store or Service
owned and operated restaurant has built a loyal
expansive outdoor deck. Owner Tom Gordon – whose other area restaurant, The Blackwater Cafe, is a perennial Best of SML winner – said he and son Mike, the general manager, plan to build on the ealry success of Jake’s Place by refining the menu, adding a separate outdoor smoking area, planning Gold
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Interiors By Kris
The Cottage Gate Capps Home Building Center
Best Interior Designer ɶ
Kris Willard, Interiors by Kris
Miranda Shotwell, Designer Solutions Pat Cundiff, PAC Interiors
Best Landscaping & Lawn Care ɶ
Seven Oaks Landscape & Hardscape
D&P Landscaping Lakescapes Nursery Top Notch Lawncare Crockett Lawn Maintenance
Business Best Place to Buy an sml souvenir: gift’s ahoy Best Clothing Boutique ɶ
Kara’s Closet
Bridgewater Sportswear Goodwill
Best Hair Salon or Stylist ɶ
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Westlake Massage & Spa
Spa La La Blue SML Massage & Spa
Best Manicure/Pedicure ɶ
Modern Nails
voted the store, which has operated at Bridgewater Plaza for more than 20 years, as the Best Place to Buy an SML Souvenir. Glasses, postcards, stickers,
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Westlake Salon & Spa
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Haywood’s Jewelers, Westlake
Carter’s Fine Jewelry and Gifts
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Gift’s Ahoy
The Cottage Gate The General Store
Best Pet Care ɶ
Westlake Veterinary Medical
Smith Mountain Lake Animal Hospital Bark Avenue Grooming
Best Place to Buy Art ɶ
The Little Gallery
Artfully Framed at the Lake SML Gallery
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Best frozen treats: sweet frog Premium frozen yogurt Sweet Frog, the lake’s only frozen yogurt franchise, leaped to victory in the new category of Best Frozen Treat and finished second in voting for Best New Business. Since opening in March
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Bruno Silva, The Landing Restaurant
Cara McLaine, The Blackwater Café Jason Hardy, Kroger
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The Blackwater Cafe
The Landing Restaurant
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Jake’s Place
Hot Shots Moosie’s Restaurant Old Oak Cafe
Best Buffet ɶ
Jonathan’s Restaurant
Joe’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant Chopsticks Chinese & Sushi
Best Sandwich ɶ
Moosie’s Restaurant
Nobologna Sub and Deli Hot Shots
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Best Burger ɶ
The Blackwater Cafe
Hot Shots Jonathan’s
Best Pizza ɶ
Tuscan Tavern
Joe’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant New York Pizza
Best Steak ɶ
The Blackwater Café
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Jonathan’s
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The Blackwater Cafe
Best International Cuisine
Jeff and Rhonda Schott (above)
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Best Seafood
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my Hospital, my treatment
“I never had any heart issues before, so I was extremely scared when I arrived at BMH. But the people there were so gentle, sweet and efficient – it really put me at ease.” Minerva Johnson, Bedford, Va.
As a self-described child at heart and a regular volunteer at Bedford Memorial Hospital (BMH), Minerva Johnson knows the impact heartfelt care can have on a patient. After a severe heart attack, Minerva was taken to the BMH Emergency Department and its accredited chest pain center where she experienced that level of care firsthand. “It was all a blur, but I do remember someone holding my hand and what a difference that made. I felt like I was their top priority. I can’t give them enough praise.” For patients like Minerva, BMH is more than a hospital. It’s a place where a knowledgeable, caring team provides high-quality care with a specialized touch.
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access to a full-length baskeball court, indoor walking track, indoor
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Out on the water Peaks of Otter
Best Kid/Family Outing ɶ
Hot Shots
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Bridgewater Plaza
Best Local Band ɶ
Barefoot West
Dragonfly The Worx
Best Place to Hear Live Music ɶ
Mango’s Bar & Grill
Jake’s Place The Landing Restaurant
Best Place to Work Out ɶ
Smith Mountain Lake YMCA
Undergound Fitness Curves
Best Private Golf Course ɶ
Water’s Edge Country Club
The Waterfront Golf & Country Club
Best Public Golf Course ɶ
The Westlake Golf & Country Club
Mariner’s Landing Golf & Country Club
CONGRATULATIONS $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE WINNERS! A Shade Brighter: Jan Beckner, Hardy • The Little Gallery: Lisa Martin, Moneta Capps Home Building Center: Rachel Clayton, Moneta The Landing Restaurant: Tabitha St. Clair, Bedford Haywood’s Jewelers, Westlake: Dan Robertson, Roanoke Jake’s Place/The Blackwater Cafe: Mickey Johnson, Moneta names were chosen at random from all eligible entries. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM
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College sweethearts keith and Jessica Bishop return to smith Mountain Lake for their rustic lakeside wedding
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2013 SML Wedding Guide
For many years, true love was waiting just across Smith mountain Lake for Jessica Bohn and keith Bishop. But the couple had to venture to the New River Valley to find it.
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Keith proposed on a rainy day in September 2011 on a beach in North Carolina. A year later, the two wed in a rustic and personalized wedding at one of Jessica’s favorite lake locations, Parkway Marina in Huddleston. “It was a special place because I grew up just two miles from there and, from the spot we were married, you can see part of Pittsylvania County across the water,” said Jessica. “We were able to incorporate both our homes into the wedding that way.” The couple took advantage of the location’s sprawling five-acre peninsula, inviting 500 guests – 385 attended – and using the space to create an atmosphere suited to the bride’s rustic taste. “It was definitely a do-it-yourself wedding,” said Jessica. “My mom and I were able to get all the resources locally. We decorated with a mantle, barrels, chalkboards and primitive centerpieces from Olde Mill Primitives in Goodview. We used pavilion
ferns from Smith Mountain Lake Flowers and baby’s breath from the Kroger in Westlake. I bought old books from the Moneta library for the centerpieces, and the Common Ground Bluegrass Band, also from Moneta, played during the ceremony.” Firepits for making s’mores, hay bales for seating, an antique dresser used as a photo prop and a simple bride-and-groom seating set added to the homespun vision.
“It was definitely a do-it-yourself wedding. My mom and I were able to get all the resources locally.” Jessica Bishop, bride
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2013 SML Wedding Guide The days surrounding the Bishop wedding were prime opportunities for guests to take advantage of lake amenities. Some of those who lived at SML traveled to the event by boat. The ones from farther away shopped and dined locally and enjoyed nearby attractions. “Keith’s dad and stepmom turned our wedding weekend into a vacation by renting a home on the water. All of our out-of-town guests stayed at Mariners Landing Resort, and many of our guests ate at local restaurants. Keith and his groomsmen ate breakfast at the Mayberry Diner and golfed at Mariners Landing the morning of the wedding,” said Jessica, adding that guests were impressed with the elaborate design of the wedding, as well as Smith Mountain Lake itself. 46 January • February 2013 | SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKEr
“Many people commented on how detailed the wedding was but would always add in, ‘And the lake, how much more perfect can you get?’” she said. After celebrating their dream wedding, the couple spent their wedding night at Mariners Landing before heading to Cape Hatteras in North Carolina for their honeymoon. Both bride and groom said they were overjoyed with how their big day turned out. “I really enjoyed everything about the wedding, from the bluegrass at the ceremony to all of the decorations,” said Keith. “It was a lot of hard work, but it was worth it. The best day of my life.” Jessica added, “Smith Mountain Lake was a special place to us already, so being able to add even more memories to this place gave us such a good feeling. From now on, every summer we pass Parkway Marina by boat, we will never forget … how beautiful the setting of our wedding was on a late-summer evening at Smith Mountain Lake.”
ABOVE Newlyweds Keith and Jessica Bishop share a kiss while taking a spin on Parkway Marina’s vintage carousel with their wedding party along for the ride. LEFT Centerpieces created with old books, mason jars and Coke bottles create a home-spun look at the Bishops’ wedding reception.
2013 wedding guide
The vendor guide on the following pages offers local resources to help brides and grooms plan the SML wedding of their dreams – from popping the question to a fabulous honeymoon (and everything in between). To find guest accommodations, turn to our SML Lodging Guide, which starts on Page 63.
Business
Address
Phone • Website
Services and Specialties
ATTENDANT/PARENT GIFTS Advertising Specialties and Promotions
16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #104, Moneta
540.719.9100 • lakehousebeanerysml.com
Personalized gifts, SML-related items
Affordable Home Outlet/A Shade Brighter
1123 Celebration Ave., Moneta
540.297.6440 • downtownmoneta.com
Jewelry, home accessories, SML-related gifts
Bridgewater Sportswear
16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #9, Moneta
540.721.1040 • bridgewaterplaza.com
SML items, clothing, gift items
Brooks Mill Winery
6221 Brooks Mill Road, Wirtz
540.721.5215 • brooksmillwinery.com
Wine, wine-related gifts, SML souvenir T-shirts
Carter’s Fine Jewelers and Gifts
400 Market Place, #117, Rocky Mount
540.483.0779 • facebook.com/ cartersfinejewelersandgifts
Bridal registry, gifts for all, Merle Norman Gold Medallion Studio
Diamond Hill General Store
1017 Diamond Hill Road, Moneta
540.297.9309 • diamondhillgeneralstore.net
Wine shop, gift shop, garden center
Emerson Creek Pottery
1068 Pottery Lane, Bedford
540.297.7524 • emersoncreekpottery.com
Handcrafted ceramic pottery for kitchen, bath and more
Gifts Ahoy
16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #15, Moneta
540.721.5303 • bridgewaterplaza.com
Vera Bradley items, candles, cards, SML-related items, jewelry
Haywood’s Jewelers Westlake
84 Westlake Road, #103, Hardy
540.721.2210 • haywoodsjewelers.com
Fine jewelry, bridal sets, giftware, watches, clocks and other gifts; Pandora and other select designers
Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery
1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta
540.296.1393 • smlwine.com
Wine and wine-related gifts
Homestead Creamery
7254 B.T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz
540.721.2045
Local gift items, ice cream cakes
Kara’s Closet
16545 Moneta Road, Moneta
540.296.1110
Women’s apparel, shoes, accessories
Lakestone Gallery
3916 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke
540.339.6464 • lakestonegallery.com
Artwork personalized with your name, location or favorite saying; designs for a variety of interests and occasions
SML Gallery
13366 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540.537.0517 • smlgallery.com
Photo studio; sales of fine art; custom framing
Smith Mountain Lake Gifts
16440 B.T. Washington Hwy., #202, Moneta
540.719.4438 • smith-mountain-lake-gifts.com
Outlet store offering a wide variety of gift items
The Cottage Gate
84 Westlake Road, #13, Hardy
540.721.5622 • thecottagegateonline.com
Metal alloy serving pieces, home furnishings, personalized gifts
The General Store and Quilt Shack
213 Scruggs Road, Moneta
540.721.3009 • generalstoresml.com
Laser engravings, local food items, local artists, quilting items
The Little Gallery
16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #6, Moneta
540.721.1596 • thelittlegallerysml.com
Handmade wedding jewelry, literary calligraphy, blessing bowls
VitaZen
12787 B.T. Washington Hwy., #103, Hardy
540.721.9365 • vitazen.net
Soy candles, Himalayan salt crystal lamps, essential oils, bath and body items
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Address
Phone • Website
Services and Specialties
CAKES Anne Humphreys & Associates
2953 Stonebridge Circle, Vinton
540.314.0741 • creativecakesandspecialdates.com
Wedding and special event cakes
Brenda Maus Signature Cakes
500 Pell Ave., Rocky Mount
540.483.8655
Custom wedding cakes, groom’s cakes
Diane’s Cake Creations
416 Avenel Ave., Bedford
540.586.5978
Custom cakes
KupKakery
20733 Virgil H. Goode Hwy., Rocky Mount
540.334.1244 • kupkakery.com
Custom gourmet cakes and cupakes
Ruthie’s Kitchen
2603 Scruggs Road, Moneta
540.721.2413
Custom cakes, homemade buttermints
Special Occasion Cakes
623 Woodman Road, Rocky Mount
540.483.2732 • 540.493.6812
Wedding cakes, groom’s cakes, cupcakes
CATERING Barnyard Catering / Smokehouse Restaurant
1123 Celebration Ave., Moneta
540.297.4646 • barnyardcatering.com
Hand-smoked meats, all food homemade
Center Stage Catering
315 Franklin St., Rocky Mount
540.489.7827 • centerstagefood.com
Full-service catering
GruvenCat Bakery
1281 Lone Oak Crossing, Huddleston
540.297.4995 • gruvencat.com
Full-service catering
Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center / The Pointe Restaurant
1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston
540.297.9393 • marinerslanding.com
Full-service catering
The Landing Restaurant
773 Ashmeade Road, Moneta
540.721.3028 • thelandingsml.com
Custom gourmet menus; full-service catering on or off site
The Westlake Golf & Country Club
360 Chestnut Creek Drive, Hardy
540.721.3845 • golfthewestlake.com
Full-service catering
CEREMONY/RECEPTION RENTALS Aztec Rental
14070 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540.721.4070 • aztecrental.com
Full-service event rentals
Grand Rental Station
1000 Vineyard Road, Vinton
540.343.1000 • grandrentalvinton.com
Full-service event rentals
CEREMONY/RECEPTION VENUES Bernard’s Landing Resort & Conference Center
775 Ashmeade Road, Moneta
540.721.8870 • bernardslanding.com
Indoor/outdoor event location; Utilize the catering company of your choice
Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery
1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta
540.296.1393 • smlwine.com
Outdoor setting overlooking the vineyard
Jake’s Place
1041 Harbour Inn Lane, Moneta
540.297.4732 • jakesplacesml.com
Casual lakeside restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating; docking facilities
LoveStone Inn
100 Summer Ln., Huddleston
540.296.0510 • lovestoneinn.com
Packages available for 2-200 and every budget; Full-service wedding planning included in site fee
Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center
1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston
540.297.9393 • marinerslanding.com
Lakeside ceremony services, indoor and outdoor reception facilities, catering
Parkway Marina
16918 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston
540.297.4412 • parkwaymarina.com
5-acre point surrounded by water with pavilion and docking
The Bedford Columns
812 East Main St., Bedford
540.586.1407 • thebedfordcolumns.com
Circa 1848 restored home can accommodate 200 guests; expansive patio with mountain views
The Blackwater Cafe
4730 Scruggs Road, Moneta
540.721.4333 • theblackwatercafe.com
Customizable gourmet menus, indoor and outdoor options, can accommodate groups up to 110
The Landing Restaurant
773 Ashmeade Road, Moneta
540.721.3028 • thelandingsml.com
Custom gourmet menus, lakeside setting, wedding coordination
The Waterfront Country Club
275 Anchor Drive, Moneta
540.721.2653 • thewaterfrontcc.com
Full-service event site including upscale clubhouse; variety of packages available
The Water’s Edge Country Club
1825 Waters Edge Drive Penhook
540.576.1556 • thewatersedgecc.com
Full-service event site including upscale clubhouse, charming chapel or waterfront locations; variety of packages available
The Westlake Golf & Country Club
360 Chestnut Creek Drive, Hardy
540.721.3845 • golfthewestlake.com
Full-service ceremony, reception and rehearsal dinner venue
Virginia Dare Cruises
3619 Airport Road, Moneta
540.297.7100 • vadarecruises.com
Customizable services aboard a 19th Century replica side wheeler
W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center
755 Hermitage Road, Wirtz
540.721.2759, ext. 0 • skelton4hcenter.org
Full service-ceremony, reception and rehearsal dinner venue; Indoor and lakeside options
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Address
Phone • Website
Services and Specialties
FLOWERS/DECORATING McMillan & Wife Photography & Flowers
340 Windridge Parkway, Hardy
540.427.5129 • mcmillanandwifephotography.com
Day-of-wedding directing, flowers and decorating services
Mountain Treasures Florist & Gifts
13699 B.T. Washington Hwy., Ste. 200, Hardy
540.721.0092
Full-service floral shop with delivery
Smith Mountain Flowers
14477 Moneta Road, Moneta
540.297.6524 • smithmountainflowers.net
Floral arrangements, delivery
The Cottage Gate
84 Westlake Road, Ste. 13, Hardy
540.721.5622 • thecottagegateonline.com
Flower arrangements, decorating to fit any style
AmRhein’s
2740 Ogden Road, Roanoke
540.989.7100 • amrheins.com
Full-service bridal shop
Antique Mall at Mayberry
1123 Celebration Ave., #103, Moneta
540.871.0321 • facebook.com/ antiquemallatmayberry
400 gowns starting at $120 (while supplies last); formals and flower girl dresses
Bessolo’s Wedding Attire
513 Jefferson St., Roanoke
540.798.6288 • bessolosdesigns.com
Custom-made clothing for all occasions
Brides House and Formals
5325 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke
540.366.8360 • brideshouse.com
Full-service bridal shop; gown alterations and preservations
Celebration Bridal and Formal
920 Main St., Lynchburg
434.237.5557 • celebrationbridal.com
Full-service bridal shop
David’s Bridal
4873 Valley View Blvd., Roanoke
540.563.5800 • davidsbridal.com
Full-service bridal shop
Cruise One
113 Briarcliff Drive, Moneta
Cruise Planners Time Travel Biz Touch of Paradise Travel
GOWNS/ALTERATIONS
HONEYMOON PLANNING 540.525.2004 • acruise4you.biz
Vacation planning and consulting
1950 Buccaneer Road, Moneta
540.296.0550 • pcmcruises.com
Vacation planning and consulting
144 Shad Run Drive, Moneta
540.493.1220 • timetravelbiz.com
Vacation planning and consulting
111 Saunders Point Road, Huddleston
540.293.1124 • 804.928.9283
Vacation planning and consulting
INVITATIONS/PROGRAMS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Print-N-Paper
70 Scruggs Road, Ste. 104, Moneta
540.719.7277 • printnpaper.com
Wide variety of invitations, programs
Carter’s Fine Jewelers and Gifts
400 Market Place, Ste. 117, Rocky Mount
540.483.0779 • facebook/ cartersfinejewelersandgifts
Invitations
AmRhein’s
2740 Ogden Road, Roanoke
540.989.7100 • amrheins.com
Fine jewelry, engagement rings, wedding bands
Antique Mall at Mayberry
1123 Celebration Ave., #103, Moneta
540.871.0321 • downtownmoneta.com
Jewelry, bridal gifts
Arthur’s Jewelry, Inc.
111 North Bridge St., Bedford
540.586.8034 • arthursjewelry.com
Fine jewelry, diamonds, Bedford Time Company watches, direct diamond importer, custom design
Carter’s Fine Jewelers and Gifts
400 Market Place, Ste. 117, Rocky Mount
540.483.0779 • facebook/ cartersfinejewelersandgifts
Bridal registry, wide array of gift items
Haywood’s Jewelers Westlake
84 Westlake Road, #103, Hardy
540.721.2210 • haywoodsjewelers.com
Fine jewelry, bridal sets, giftware, watches, clocks and other gifts
Lyon’s Jewelers
1525 Longwood Ave., Bedford
540.586.5966 • lyonsjewelers.com
Custom-designed jewelry
JEWELRY/WEDDING RINGS
LIMOUSINES Executive Town Car & Limousine Service, Inc.
616 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke
540.366.4644 • etclimo.com
Limousine transportation services
Premier Limousine Service
3727 Old Forest Road, Lynchburg
434.385.8400 • premierlimousineservice.net
Limousine transportation services
Prestige Limousine & Shuttlebus
701 Irvine St., Roanoke
540.342.8049 • prestigelimoinc.com
Limousine and shuttlebus transportation services
Announcer Bob
112 Autumn Ave., Huddleston
540.297.4605
MUSIC Special events emcee, DJ
Beggars’ Circus
Roanoke
540.961.3107 • beggarscircus.com
Celtic music
Kevin Jones Performing Arts Studio
Roanoke
540.774.8388 • kjpas.com
Pianist and singer
Master Taylor Entertainment/Mark Taylor
3038 Sedgefield Road, Roanoke
540.314.6942 • mastertaylorentertainment.com
Full-service event entertainment and services
Music, Music & More Music
1146 Deer Creek Drive, Bedford
540.580.5633 • musicmusicandmusic.com
DJ Wendell Witt will customize all types of music for receptions
Obligato, Music for Elegant Events
Roanoke
540.772.0416
Customized classical ensembles
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Address
Phone • Website
Services and Specialties
PAMPERING/HAIR/MAKEUP Anita’s Finishing Touch Salon
1134 Skippy Drive, Moneta
540.297.1357
Specializing in color and updos
BBC Hair Studio of Westlake
13699 B.T. Washington Hwy., #206, Moneta
540.719.2217
Formal hairstyling
Carter’s Merle Norman
400 Old Franklin Tpke., Ste.117, Rocky Mount
540.483.0779 • merlenorman.com
Bride and bridal party makeovers
Eric & Co. Premiere Salon
13351 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy
540.721.7336
Full-service salon
Hair Designs by Whitney & Brandy
1123 Celebration Ave., 104B, Moneta
540.297.2762
Formal hair styling and updos
Mary Kay, Amy Ahrens
55 Parkway Ave., Moneta
540.588.6795 • marykay.com/aahrens
Special occasion makeup and skin care products and services
Mary Kay, Tiffani Matherly
516 Graves Bridge Road, Sandy Level
540.238.1743 • marykay.com/tmatherly
Special occasion makeup and skin care products and services
Mary Kay, Evelena Mullens
175 Panford Lane, Moneta
540.719.3237 • marykay.com/emullens
Skin care advice, free makeovers
Massage Works
16440 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540.721.5528
Full-service massage services
Merle Norman Westlake
84 Westlake Road, Suite 105, Hardy
540.7190.1700 • merlenormanstudio. com/va/hardy/mn-9275/
Bridal makeup from a licensed master esthetician
Modern Nails Spa
400 Scruggs Road, #1300, Moneta
540.719.1100
Manicures, pedicures, waxing, nail art, foot spa, gift certificates
Salon 74
16483 Moneta Road, Ste. F, Moneta
540.296.0902
Spa, beauty, personal care
Salon at Westlake
13105 B.T. Washintgon Hwy., Hardy
540.721.3141
Full-service hair car services for brides and bridal parties
Salon One
400 Scruggs Road, Moneta
540.719.0025 • salononesml.com
Massage therabpy, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing
Spa La La Blue
12925 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 200, Hardy
540.632.1SPA • spalalablue.com
Bride and groom packages include hair, makeup, facials, nails, massage and lunch; Packages for bridal showers, couples classes and couples massages
SML Massage and Spa
400 Scruggs Road, Moneta (inside Salon One)
540.300.0398 • smlmassageandspa.com
Holistic, full-service day spa offering massage, spa services, hair services, facials, manicures, pedicures, and body wraps
Tantastic
1123 Celebration Ave., Moneta
540.297.8267
Tanning services, massage therapy by appointment
Westlake Massage & Spa
70 Scruggs Road, #106, Moneta
540.721.1192 • westlakemassage.com
Massage and pampering spa
Westlake Salon & Spa
85 Westlake Road, Suite 112, Hardy, Westlake Towne Center
540.719.4247 • westlakesalonandspa.com
Full-service salon and spa
Adam Barnes Fine Art Photography
724 Commerce St., Lynchburg
434.665.4018 • adambarnesphoto.com
Fine art imaging for weddings and other special events
Blue Hill Photography
P.O. Box 739, Moneta
866.819.5841
Engagement sessions, bridal portraits, wedding day services
Christi Austin Photography
Smith Mountain Lake
540.493.1300 • christiaustin.com
Weddings, portraits, boudoir
Lesley Wray Photography/Forgetmenot Photography & Keepsakes
580 Pell Ave., Rocky Mount
540.420.5151 • leseleywrayphotography.com
Engagement sessions, bridal portraits, wedding day photography
McMillan & Wife Photography & Flowers
340 Windridge Pkwy., Hardy
540.427.5129 • mcmillanandwifephotography.com
Two-camera coverage, photojournalism style, printing and framing
Rachel Marie Photo Imagery
Smith Mountain Lake
540.420.6515 • rachelmarie-photoimagery.com
Modern lifestyle photography and imaging for weddings and other occasions
Ray Reynolds Photography
Smith Mountain Lake
276.340.2000 • creativeweddingsphotography.com
Bridal portraits, destination weddings, digital photography
Still Essence Photography
375 FRanklin St., Rocky Mount
540.765.9663 • stillessence.com
Engagement and bridal portraits, wedding/event photography, family gatherings
Stone Blue Productions
Bedford Hills, Lynchburg
434.420.2583 • stoneblueproductions.com
Wedding and events photography; Videographer and HD video
Studio Belle Visage
740 Old Franklin Tpk., Suite. D, Rocky Mount
540.489.7722 • studiobellevisage.com
Engagement sessions, bridal portraits, wedding day services
Tara Lilly Design + Photography
2240 King Street, Roanoke
540.309.5210 • taralilly.com
Wedding photography, bridal portraits, engagement sessions
Taylor-Made Photography
Smith Mountain Lake
540.493.7267 • mytaylormadephotography.com
Wedding photography
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Home & Garden 2013 sml
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A comprehensive list of Smith Mountain Lake professionals in the home and garden industry
LAKER HomE & GARdEn GuidE PARticiPAtion FoRm Smith Mountain Laker Magazine will publish its 2013 Home & Garden Guide in the upcoming March/April issue. If you are an SMLarea business that provides products or services in one of the categories listed, please submit the following information prior to Jan. 25 to receive a FREE listing. Business Name Contact Name Address/City Phone Website E-mail address (not published) Year Established Number of Employees 3 Business Specialties (Ex: Interior painting) E-mail complete info to editor@smithmountainlaker.com. 54 January • February 2013 | SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKEr
CATEGORIES: Architectural Design Services Attorneys/Title & Settlement Companies Banks/Mortgage Lenders Builders/Contractors Building Supplies Developers Dock & Deck Contractors Electrical Contractors Excavating & Earth Moving Contractors Exterminating Flooring Handyman Service Heating & Air Conditioning Home Inspection Insurance Interior Design/Furnishings Kitchen & Bath/Cabinets Landscaping/Lawn Maintenance /Plant Nurseries Media/Home Security Moving/Storage Painting/Power Washing Plumbing Pools & Spas remodeling roofing Water Treatment/Well Drilling Windows & Doors Miscellaneous
The Home Guide listing is FREE. If you would like information on placing an ad to further showcase your business, please contact Tim Dye at 540.721.4675, ext. 409, Mishelle Brosinski at ext. 410 or e-mail ads@smithmountainlaker.com.
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Address
Phone • Website
Services and Specialties
REHEARSAL DINNER VENUES Bernard’s Landing Resort & Conference Center
775 Ashmeade Road, Moneta
540.721.8870 • bernardslanding.com
Indoor/outdoor event location; utilize the catering company of your choice
Chopsticks Chinese & Sushi
16440 B.T. Washington Hwy., Ste. 203, Moneta
540.721.8839 • bridgewaterplaza.com
Accommodates groups up to 50 for Asian cuisine
Edo Grill and Sushi
1035 Mercantile St., Suite 104, Moneta
540.297.6888
Seats up to 80 for Asian cuisine, including fresh sushi
El Toreno Mexican Grill
50 FirstWatch Drive, Ste. 105, Moneta
540.721.3821
Accommodates large groups; flat screen TVs, full bar
Jake’s Place
1041 Harbour Inn Lane, Moneta
540.297.4732 • jakesplacesml.com
Casual lakeside restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating; docking facilities
Joe’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant
130 Scruggs Road, Moneta
540.721.2422 • joespizzasml.com
Italian-oriented rehearsal dinner venue
Jonathan’s Restaurant
50 FirstWatch Drive, Ste. 101, Moneta
540.719.1212 • jonathansatsml.com
Full bar, custom food, accommodates groups up to 50
Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center / The Pointe Restaurant
1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston
540.297.9393 • marinerslanding.com
Indoor and outdoor event locations; Upscale atomosphere; Lake and mountain views; Versatile menu; off-site catering available
Mango’s Bar & Grill
16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540.721.1632 • mangosbarandgrill. com
Casual indoor/outdoor dining with full bar and stage for live entertainment
The Bedford Columns
812 East Main St., Bedford
540.586.1407 • thebedfordcolumns.com
Circa 1848 restored home can accommodate 200 guests; expansive patio with mountain views
The Blackwater Cafe
4730 Scruggs Road, Moneta
540.721.4333 • theblackwatercafe.com
Customizable gourmet menus, indoor and outdoor options, can accommodate groups up to 110
The Landing Restaurant
773 Ashmeade Road, Moneta
540.721.3028 • thelandingsml.com
Custom gourmet menus, lakeside setting, luxury events, wedding coordination
The Waterfront Country Club
275 Anchor Drive, Moneta
540.721.2653 • thewaterfrontcc.com
Full-service event site including sophisticated clubhouse; variety of packages available
The Water’s Edge Country Club
1825 Waters Edge Drive, Penhook
540.576.1556 • thewatersedgecc.com
Full-service event site including sophisticated clubhouse, charming chapel or waterfront location; variety of packages available
The Westlake Golf & Country Club
360 Chestnut Creek Drive, Hardy
540.721.3845 • golfthewestlake.com
Full-service ceremony, reception and rehearsal dinner venue
Tuscan Tavern
16483 Moneta Road, Moneta
540.297.8900
Full bar, Italian-style dinner venue; call for availability
Virginia Dare Cruises
3619 Airport Road, Moneta
540.297.7100 • vadarecruises.com
Bridal showers, formal dinners, customizable range of services
W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center
755 Hermitage Road, Wirtz
540.721.2759, ext. 0 • skelton4hcenter.org
Full service-ceremony, reception and rehearsal dinner venue; Indoor and lakeside options
AmRhein’s
2740 Ogden Road, Roanoke
540.989.7100 • amrheins.com
Tuxedo sales and rentals
Celebration Bridal and Formal
920 Main St., Lynchburg
434.237.5557 • celebrationbridal.com
Full-service bridal shop
David’s Bridal
4873 Valley View Blvd., Roanoke
540.563.5800 • davidsbridal.com
Full-service bridal shop
Davidsons
4235 Electric Road,Ste., 103, Roanoke
540.774.1644 • fineclothiers.com
Tuxedo sales and rentals
Men’s Warehouse
4757 Valley View Blvd. NW, Roanoke 4802 Valley View Blvd. NW, Roanoke
540.563.9860 • 540.366.1889 • tmw.com
Full-service men’s formal attire, children’s formal rentals
Mr. Tuxedo
5325 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke
540.366.8360 • brideshouse.com
Full-service bridal, preservations and alterations performed on site; tuxedo and suit rentals and sales
TUxEDOS
WEDDING PLANNERS Anne Humphreys & Associates
2953 Stonebridge Circle, Vinton
540.314.0741 • creativecakesandspecialdates.com
Wedding planning and coordinating
Everlasting Memories Event Planning
3038 Sedgefield Road, Roanoke
540.314.6228 • everlastingmemoriesep.com
Full-service event planning
Information for the 2013 SML Wedding Guide was compiled from business submissions, telephone interviews and SML Regional Chamber of Commerce records. Businesses outside of the immediate area have been included in categories where service is limited or not available at Smith Mountain Lake. Laker Media deems it to be accurate but makes no guarantees. To be added to the list for next year or to correct any information for your business, please email editor@smithmountainlaker.com. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM
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The view from Sans Souci, a bed-and-breakfast near the base of Smith Mountain that offers a one-bedroom suite. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM
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Bed-And-BreAkFAst inns Smith Mountain Lake’s two B&Bs each feature an atmosphere that’s intimate and homey. Both properties offer impressive views, dock privileges, restful seclusion and welcoming proprietors. Go the bed-and-breakfast route for a romantic getaway or that home-away-from-home vacation.
CAMpgrounds A walk on the wild side is the accommodation choice of many vacationers, and Smith Mountain Lake has numerous locations for it. Campgrounds here offer a wide range when it comes to amenities, seclusion, lake access and views, but each is sure to provide a rustic, back-to-nature experience. Whether you prefer a tent or RV, SML’s campgrounds and RV parks offer easy access to outdoorsy activities, including water sports, fishing, swimming, hiking, biking and canoeing.
“The affordability [of a vacation rental home] is a big benefit. You can save money by making your own meals.” Candace LaPerna, Coveside Cottages
HoteLs/MoteLs The hotel and motel scene at SML and in the surrounding area offers a variety of choices, with perks that depend on location. Fishermen and water sport enthusiasts may want to consider hotels and motels in the heart of the lake area – including Lake Inn Motel, Halesford Harbour Inn, Gills Creek Marina and Westlake Waterfront Inn – that provide easy access to the water and ample parking for boats and trailers. “For fishermen, we’re in the bullseye about 10 months out of the year,” said Ron Webb, who has owned and managed Westlake Waterfront Inn in Hardy the past nine years. “Surrounding the point we’re on is the largest concentration of striped bass. [And] this location offers very convenient access to the hub of the lake.”
HouseBoAts When you rent a houseboat, you never have to leave the water. Two companies – Adventures on Houseboats, on the north side of the lake at Hardy Ford Bridge, and Parrot Cove Boat Rentals & Sales, 58 January • February 2013 | SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKEr
centrally located at Hales Ford Bridge – keep visitors afloat at Smith Mountain Lake. “Folks rent our houseboats for many different reasons,” said David Oliver, who has operated Parrot Cove since 1996. “The majority are looking for a unique family vacation. Some are looking for a special way to celebrate a special event. Our houseboats have hosted many weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and family reunions. With a houseboat, you have the freedom to cruise the lake at your leisure and whenever you feel like settling in, just find a cove and drop anchor – and with all the comforts of home at your disposal.”
resorts And ConFerenCe Centers While all can accommodate families and small groups, resort and conference centers at Smith Mountain Lake are ideal for businesses and larger groups that need easy access to amenities for conferences, meetings, weddings, reunions and other events. A spacious conference center is located in each of the three counties bordering the lake, where
guests can be treated to high-quality lodging along with meeting facilities and technology to ensure productivity. Many lake visitors choose a resort for a more metropolitan stay complete with suites, on-site dining, pools and fitness centers.
VACAtion rentALs Vacation rentals are an increasingly popular choice for lodging at Smith Mountain Lake. Singles, couples and families can secure a lake home or condo, many of which are pet friendly, by dealing directly with the homeowner or with the help of a vacation rental company. Coveside Cottages owner Candace LaPerna said renting a cottage or home provides vacationers with flexibility. “When you go to a hotel room or conference center, you’re often limited to [what’s at] that facility as opposed to having a full kitchen and [outdoor] grill. Everything is available that a house would have. It’s like going away from home and being home. The affordability is a big benefit. You can save money by making your own meals,” said LaPerna. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM
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TURNING A NEW LEAF AT LOVESTONE When it comes to the daily demands of owning a bedand-breakfast, Dawn Spencer and Tom Zirkelbach have lost that lovin’ feeling.
“I’m available to prepare meals – like a personal chef, any meal they want – and that is contracted separately,” she said.
The couple, who recently celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary, have spent the past 10 years operating LoveStone Inn as a B&B at Smith Mountain Lake. This year, they will convert the five-bedroom waterfront property into a vacation rental home and venue for special events.
The couple also will concentrate on booking the facility for special events accommodating up to 200 guests, including weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, showers and holiday parties. Spencer offers expertise as a consultant in human resources management to business professionals who wish to schedule meetings or retreats at LoveStone.
“Converting it to a vacation rental home is going to give us more time to travel,” Spencer said. “It won’t be as confining as a bed-and-breakfast. The B&B was 24/7.” Spencer and Zirkelbach live in a cottage adjacent to the main house and will continue to serve as caretakers of the property, which encompasses six acres near SML State Park in Bedford County. Spencer also will offer her culinary skills to LoveStone renters.
Spencer said she and Zirkelbach will miss certain aspects of being bed-and-breakfast owners, but are looking forward to the next chapter in their lives. “The 10 years were fabulous,” she said. “We met hundreds of wonderful people, so it’s kind of bittersweet. But this gives us much more flexibility.” for the laker’s detailed guide to lodging options at Sml, turn to Page 63.
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Sans Souci at Smith Mountain Lake
2379 Capewood Drive, Huddleston
540-297-8617 homeaway.com/p335285
W1
F12
1 BR suite
No
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$180-$220/night
Arrowhead Campground, LLC
5625 Smith Mountain Road, Penhook
540-420-7625 540-420-8462
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G11
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Yes
Yes
$20-$40/night $1,600-$2,600/year
Blue Ridge Campground & Marina
8131 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz
540-721-3866 blueridgecampground.com
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$35/night $2,500/year
Camp Karma, LLC
2056 Stone Mountain Road, Bedford
540-297-5762 campkarmavirginia.com
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No
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$27.50/night
Eagle’s Roost Campground
15335 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston
540-297-7381 smleaglesroost.com
R11
F11
125+
Yes
Yes
No
Call for rates
Halesford Harbour RV Park
1336 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta
540-297-9000 halesfordharbour.com
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Yes
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$60-$100/night
Mitchell’s Point Campground
3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston
540-484-3980 mitchellspoint.com
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Yes
Yes
Annual lease
Smith Mountain Lake State Park
1235 State Park Road, Huddleston
540-297-6066 dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/smi.shtml
R19
E10
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Yes
Varies
$20-$25/night
Sweetwater RV Park
4560 White House Road, Moneta
540-296-0522 sweetwaterrvpark.com
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Phone Website 540-297-2695 cedarpointebandb.com
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216 Mountwood Drive, Huddleston
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Easily locate accommodations by matching the number in the Map ID column below to the map on pages 82-83. The number also corresponds to the more detailed SML Visitor Info Map produced each year by Laker Media and available in racks around the region and at our offices, 272 Westlake Road, Hardy (behind Kroger).
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540-489-4000 choicehotels.com/hotel/va120
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Days Inn
921 Blue Ridge Ave., Bedford
540-586-8286 daysinn.com/hotel/13119
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Gills Creek Marina
790 Fox Chase Road, Wirtz
540-721-2451 gillscreekmarina.com
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$85-$120/night
Halesford Harbour Inn
1336 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta
540-297-9000 halesfordharbour.com
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$60-$160/night
Holiday Inn Express Rooms & Suites
395 Old Franklin Tpke, Rocky Mount
540-489-5001 hiexpress.com
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$90-$165/night
Lake Inn Motel
45 Enterprise Lane, Hardy
540-721-3383 lakeinnmotel.com
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Westlake Waterfront Inn
2050 Morewood Road, Hardy
540-721-3307 westlake-waterfront-inn.com
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$90-$150/night
Adventures on Houseboats
8360 Hardy Road, Hardy
888-818-5294 adventuresonhouseboats.com
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$1,005-$2,370/week
Parrot Cove Boat Rentals & Sales
16441 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540-721-5363 parrotcove.com
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$765-$3,100/week
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Comfort Inn
1730 North Main St., Rocky Mount
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resorts and conference centers Bernard’s Landing Resort and Conference Center
775 Ashmeade Road, Moneta
800-572-2048 bernardslanding.com
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1-3 BR condos: $100-$300/night Homes/townhomes: $174-$345/night
Hampton Inn SML / Gretna
200 McBride Lane, Gretna
434-656-9000 hamptoninn.hilton.com
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$109-$139/night
Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center
1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston
540-297-4900 marinerslanding.com
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$79-$225/night
W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center
775 Hermitage Road, Wirtz
540-721-2759 skelton4hcenter.org
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$50-$100/night
By the Lake Vacation Rentals
16503B Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540-425-0555 bythelakevacationrentals.com
R28
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$80-$375/night $800-$2,700/week
CB Rentals & Sales
1027 Waterwheel Drive, Moneta
540-297-9500 cbrentals.com
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Yes
Varies
$900-$4,800/week
Lake Retreat Properties
6760 White House Road, Huddleston
800-421-6980 lakeretreat.com
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$700-$7,000/week
Lakeshore Rentals & Sales
16483 Moneta Road #M, Moneta
540-297-5610; 800-572-6098 lakeshorerentals.com
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Varies
$100-$500/night $500-$2,500/week
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40 Village Springs Dr., Suite 15, Hardy
866-395-2038 sml-vacations.com
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50
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Yes
Varies
$500-$3,500/week
Premier Vacation Rentals at SML
P.O. Box 50, Huddleston
540-797-0460 smithmountainlakeproperties.org
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Yes
Varies
$70-$600/night $850-$4,500/week
RSI Rentals, Inc.
16475 B.T. Washington Hwy, Moneta
540-721-9797 rsirentals.com
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Varies
$575-$4,500/week
Smith Mountain Lake Vacation Rentals, Inc.
16451 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
877-773-2452 smithmountainlakerentals.com
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Yes
Varies
$895-$2,195/week
Captain Bert’s Waterfront Lodging
208 Stripers Landing, Moneta
540-721-5788 captainbert.com
G10
G9
1 BR condo
Yes
No
No
$325-$500/week
CedarKeyCabins.com
1000 Cedar Key Lane, Huddleston
336-454-3042 cedarkeycabins.com
R1
E12
2 singlefamily cabins
Yes
Yes
No
$800-$1,200/week
Contentment Point
4331 Hales Ford Road, Moneta
800-548-8539 homeaway.com/218083
R28
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4 BR home
No
Yes
No
$600-$1,395/week
Coveside Cottages
1036 Coveside Circle, Moneta
540-297-3221 2020tech.com/cottages/
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C8
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Yes
No
$90/night $825/week
Enchanting Lakefront Cabin
1023 Cedar Key Lane, Huddleston
703-623-0463 smithmtnlakerentals.com
R1
E12
2 BR cabin
Yes
Yes
Yes
$900-$1,400/week
Enchanting Lodge
1012 Cedar Key Lane, Huddleston
703-623-0463 smithmtnlakerentals.com
R1
E12
3 BR lodge
Yes
Yes
Yes
$1,800-$2,600/week
Lovestone Vacation VIlla
100 Summer Lane, Huddleston
540-296-0510 vrbo.com/407871
C5
E11
5 BR house
Yes
Yes
Yes
$3,500/week
Parkway Marina
16918 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston
540-297-4412 parkwaymarina.com
R8
G11
2
No
Yes
No
$129-$179/night $799-$979/week
Silver Bay View Cottages
111 Bay Terrace, Huddleston
434-953-6747 silverbayview.com
R1
E12
4
Yes
Yes
Yes
$780-$3,150/week
Smith Mountain Dock & Lodge
300 Locust Lane, Penhook
540-565-0222 petcarp.com
R6
G11
8
Yes
Yes
No
$89-$150/night
Spike’s Prime Time Fishin’
4067 Hales Ford Road, Moneta
540-297-5611 spikesprimetimefishin.com
R30
C8
2
Yes
Yes
Yes
$98/night $800/week
Spring Valley Cabins
1190 Horseshoe Bend Road, Moneta
540-297-0950 spgvalleyfarm.com
NA
A7
5 cabins
Yes
No
No
$65-$75/night
The Dome Home
214 Mountwood Drive, Huddleston
540-797-4686 homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p208665
R19
E12
3 BR home
Yes
Yes
No
$850-$1,350/week
The Fox Home
110 Water’s Edge Lane, Moneta
540-297-3477
R27
D9
1
Varies
Yes
No
$1,350-$1,895/week
The Virginia Cottage
104 Willow Court Moneta, 24121
540-721-2589 thevirginiacottage.com
R27
D9
4 BR home
Yes
Yes
Yes
$195/night $1,620/week
Vista Pointe
6605 Smith Mountain Road, Penhook
vistapointe-va.com
B1
G11
3 BR condo
No
No
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$200/night
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a passion to serve! experience something fresh at Sml. Jonathan’s menu includes a combination of unique american and asian inspired dishes including Steaks, Shrimp and grits, S.m.l macaroni and Cheese, Pasta, Seafood, plus the freshest collection of Chinese favorites you can find. also... Jonathan’s restaurant offers the best buffet in town starting with lunch Buffet (mon-fri) 11:30-2:30; dinner Buffet (fri & Sat) 5-9; and Sunday Brunch 11-3. Check out our weekly specials like our half Price Burger Special every tuesday night from 4-9.
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savor | TrEATS Stacy’s Sweet Spot ships online orders from Florida to California, Texas to Minnesota, and sells to Smith Mountain Lake-area retailers, including The Landing, Bruno’s GastroTruck and Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery. Noland’s chocolates, which range in price from $5 to $36, require hours of effort.
“My goal is to teach and inspire others about fine chocolates.” Stacy Noland, owner of Stacy’s Sweet Spot
“One batch of truffles is at least a 24-hour process,” she said. “There is the initial preparation of the ganache, the time needed to crystallize the formation of the actual truffle if hand rolled or piped into molded shells, overnight time to cure, and then the actual dipping of hand-rolled truffles or placing the cap on molded truffles, and any further decorations required.” Noland said Valentine’s Day is her busiest holiday, followed closely by Christmas and Easter.
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Each occasion provides inspiration to experiment with different flavors and molds. “New items are a constant,” she said. “I keep a notepad on the nightstand to capture [the ones that come] in my dreams. Popcorn truffle is one of them ,and we have some new and even funkier brittles due to launch, some involving basil and tomato. As for my favorites, I tend to gravitate toward the stronger, darker flavors - and anything spicy. So, Bad Ass Brittle dipped in 80-percent dark chocolate or a dark chocolate truffle gets me every time.” Last Valentine’s Day, Noland partnered with Hickory Hill for special wine-and-chocolate-pairing events. Wendy Furrow-Scott, who operates the family owned winery with her husband, Donald Scott, said they plan to host a similar class on Feb. 15. “It was fun to learn about the chocolates from Stacy, who created nuances I would never have imagined,” said Furrow-Scott. “People loved her chocolates. It’s the quality that sets them apart. She goes to a lot of trouble to bring in good chocolate.” Furrow-Scott said the Deep Dark Espresso Truffle paired well with the winery’s cabernet sauvignon, and the Strawberry Breeze Truffle enhanced the flavors of their Smith Mountain Lake Redbud, a sweet wine.
Stacy’s Sweet Spot owner Stacy Noland carefully places a truffle on parchment paper after dipping it in warm ganache.
Cakes, cookies, pies and cheesecakes are also part of the goodies offered by Stacy’s Sweet Spot. Whenever possible, Noland incorporates local products in her recipes, including dairy from Homestead Creamery, beer from local breweries such as Blue Mountain near Afton and produce from PePaws Produce in Penhook. “My goal is to teach and inspire others about fine chocolates,” Noland said. “Try a fresh Cherry Cardamom Truffle, made with a single-origin chocolate made with pure cocoa butter and not all the additives mainstream chocolate companies use. Once you do, you will never look at chocolate the same again.” Visit stacyssweetspot.com for more information or to place an order. To make a reservation for the wine and chocolate class, which is $25 per person and will take place Feb. 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery in Moneta, call 540.296-1393. In the event of a sellout, a second class will be scheduled for Feb. 22.
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FIRST-DAY HIKE | Smith Mountain Lake State Park will kick off the new year with a ranger-led hike along the Turtle Island and Chestnut Ridge Loop trails. Bring your hiking staff and binoculars to help spot birds and other wildlife. Meet at the Visitor Center. Free but regular parking fees apply. 9 a.m. 540.297.6066, dcr.virginia.gov
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MODEL TRAIN EXHIBIT | Jan. 2-26 | Different O-gauge trains run daily, including kid favorite Thomas the Tank Engine. Free, but donations accepted. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library. 540.586.4520, bedfordvamuseum.org PHOTOGRAPHY AND ART SHOW | Jan. 2-12 | The Bedford Photography Club and Seven Hlls Art Club will display works during regular gallery hours (Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.4 p.m.) at the Bower Center for the Arts, Bedford. Free. 540.586.4235, bowercenter.org
Jan 7
BEER-TASTING CLASS | Enjoy a five-course dinner while a distributor or brewery representative discusses various beers paired with each course. $31.99 per person at Jake’s Place, Moneta. Reservations required. 540.297.4732, jakesplacesml.com
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members. 6 p.m. at The Waterfront Country Club, Moneta. Tickets are $35 in advance and available to Chamber members by e-mailing lauren@visitsmithmountainlake. com. Limited space. 540.721.1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com
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VOLUNTEERISM PROGRAM | Smith Mountain Lake State Park interpreter Lauri Schular will present information on the AmeriCorps program in Virginia State Parks to commemorate Martin Luther King Day. Refreshments will follow and guests will have the opportunity to learn more about Friends of SML State Park activities. Free. 9:30-10:30 a.m. 540.297.6066, dcr.virginia.gov
GREATER ROANOKE HOME & GARDEN SHOW | Jan. 11-13 | The latest in home and garden products and services on display at the Roanoke Civic Center. Call or check the website for times and ticket prices. 877.482.8496, roanokeciviccenter.com WINERY OPEN HOUSE | Jan. 12, 19, 26 | Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery in Moneta will offer tastings of their wines from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. fireside in the winery’s tasting room. Free. For a $10 fee, participate in a vertical merlot tasting. 540.296.1393, smlwine.com
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COOKING CLASSES | Jan. 13, 20, 27 | Presented by Bruno Silva, owner and executive chef at The Landing Restaurant, Moneta. Topics and menus vary. $75 per person includes instruction, dinner and wine for one class. Pre-registration required. 540.721.3028, thelandingsml.com
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BLUEGRASS CONCERT | New Standard will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Bower Center for the Arts, Bedford. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Cash bar available. Students under age 18 admitted for $7. 540.586.4235, bowercenter.org
LIVE JAZZ | At The Blackwater Cafe, Moneta. 6-9 p.m. 540.721.4333, theblackwatercafe.com SML REGIONAL CHAMBER AWARDS DINNER | A gala event featuring dinner, entertainment and awards presentation to Chamber businesses selected by fellow
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Feb 1-28 | Booker T. Washington National Monument in Hardy will host special programs throughout the month. Call or check the park website for details. 540.721.2094, nps.gov/bowa BEER-TASTING CLASS | Enjoy a five-course dinner while a distributor or brewery representative discusses various beers paired with each course. $31.99 per person at Jake’s Place, Moneta. Reservations required. 540.297.4732, jakesplacesml.com
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GRAND WINTER GALA | Charity event featuring gourmet dinner, casio games, live music by The Kings and a silent auction starting at 6 p.m. at The Water’s Edge Country Club, Penhook. Before Jan. 15, tickets are $60 for individuals, $115 for couples. After Jan. 15, prices rise to $65 and $125. grandwintergala.com VALENTINE’S DANCE |Presented by the Smith Mountain Arts Council with live big band music provided by Let’s Dance. 7-10 p.m. at the SML YMCA at LakeWatch Plantation. Bring your own snacks and drinks. No pointy heals.Tickets are $12 for SMAC members, $15 for non-members. For more info, visit the website or call Mike DeGiorgi at 540.719.0686. smithmountainartscouncil.com
WINERY OPEN HOUSE | Feb. 9, 16 | Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery in Moneta will have Valentine’s celebrations with wine tastings, tours and snacks. Free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 540.296.1393, smlwine.com
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COOKING CLASSES | Feb 10, 17 | Presented by Bruno Silva, owner and executive chef at The Landing Restaurant, Moneta. Topics and menus vary. $75 per person includes instruction, dinner and wine for one class. Pre-registration required. 540.721.3028, thelandingsml.com
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WINE & CHOCOLATE CLASS | Stacy’s Sweet Spot and Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery will present a paring event featuring a variety of chocolates and wine from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Hickory Hill in Moneta. $25 per person. Reservations required. 540.296.1393, smlwine.com
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JANE POWELL | Live jazz and Valentine’s menu specials at The Landing Restaurant, Moneta. 7:30 p.m. 540.721.1203, thelandingsml.com
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LIVE JAZZ | At The Blackwater Cafe, Moneta. 6-9 p.m. 540.721.4333, theblackwatercafe.com
southwest virginia Boat show Feb. 22-24 | area dealers will display the newest models of boats and personal watercraft at the Roanoke Civic Center Complex (indoors and outdoors). a variety of other recreation and home-maintenance equipment and services providers will also display their wares. Sponsored by the Southwest Virginia Boat dealers association. Friday 1-7 p.m., Free. Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., $7.50 for adults, free for children 12 and under with an adult. For additional information and a list of participating dealers, log on to roanokeboatshow. com or pick up a free copy of the Feb. 22 issue of Laker Weekly.
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