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dine From Classic American to Italian, there’s no shortage of food choices in the immediate lake area or in the towns of Bedford and Rocky Mount. Nearly two dozen eateries are accessible by boat or personal watercraft. In the offseason, numerous restaurants stay open to cater to locals looking for a bite to eat. Visit the following pages for more information and also visit smithmountainlake.com/ restaurants to stay up-to-date on the latest food news.
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Asian v Edo Grill & Sushi, 1035 Mercantile St., #104, Moneta, 540-297-6888. edogrillandsushisml.com. Fresh sushi, hibachi grill, extensive menu of Asian cuisine. w Peking Restaurant, 14807 Moneta Road, Suite I, Moneta, 540-296-0741. pekingchinesemoneta.com. Casual spot offering traditional Asian fare.
u Teriyaki Grill House, 84 Westlake Road, Suite 107, Hardy, 540-346-2110. Fresh Asian cuisine available for dine-in or carryout.
Bakery / Deli / Treats Christina’s M&A Country Store, 7770 Stewartsville Road, Moneta, 540-297-7468. On Facebook. Convenience-store deli, sandwiches, chicken and breakfast items. uvw CJ’s Coffee and Sandwich Shop, 213 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-488-4223. cjscoffeeandsandwichshop.com. Breakfast items; soups, sandwiches/paninis, Boar’s Head meats and cheeses, desserts, variety of coffee.
Daylight Donuts, 918 Tanyard Road, Rocky Mount, 540-493-3311. rockymountdaylightdonuts.com. Donuts, cinnamon rolls and other treats. Diamond Hill General Store & Garden Center, 1017 Diamond Hill Road, Moneta, 540-2979309. diamondhillgeneralstore.net. Bedford Artisan Trail site. Bistro/deli featuring Boar’s Head-brand meats and cheeses, breakfast, pizza, burgers, salads; wine and beer on/off.
Double Dip Ice Cream Parlor, 13318 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-339-2638. On Facebook. Ice cream, banana splits, sundaes and milkshakes.
u Homestead Creamery, 7254 B.T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-721-2045. On Facebook. Homemade soups and sandwiches, Boar’s Head meats and cheeses, fresh milk, ice cream, butter and more.
Lake Mart & Deli, 4795 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-721-5565. Convenience store with grill serving hot breakfast and lunch items; beer, wine, soft drinks, groceries and ice.
Ice Cream Cottage, 16430 B.T. Washington
540-297-4634. On Facebook. Deli and madeto-order food items, plus catering services.
Hwy., #3, Moneta, 540-721-1305. bridgewaterplaza.com. Ice cream cones, sundaes and other frosty treats; hot dogs. Channel marker: R28.
Kupkakery Bakery, Inc. 140 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-493-2212. kupkakery. com. Sweet treats made fresh daily from quality ingredients. Custom cakes, cupcakes, wedding displays and much more.
Sugar and Slice Cupkakery and Confections, 96 Builders Pride Drive, #106, Hardy, 540-721CAKE. On Facebook. Homemade desserts baked fresh on-site. Made-to-order cakes and event catering. Sweet Frog Smith Mountain Lake, 84 Westlake Road, Suite 104, Hardy, 540-524-9191. On Facebook. Make a custom treat from a variety of frozen yogurt flavors and toppings. The Whole Bean Coffeehouse, 315 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-483-2533. wholebeancoffeehouse.com. Paninis, wraps, baked goods, Kiwi-Cakes cupcakes, coffee, tea, smoothies and hot chocolate.
w Gumbo’s Ice Cream, 1123 Celebration Ave., Moneta, 540-296-3005. gumbosicecream. weebly.com. In-season ice cream stand offering shakes, malts, sundaes and more.
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Hawk’s Country Store & Deli, 1100 Celebration Ave., Moneta, 540-296-0975. Pulled pork, deli, sandwiches, burgers, picnic baskets.
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Red Rock Store, 16463 Moneta Road, Moneta,
Beacon Pub at Virginia Dare Marina, 3619 Airport Road, Moneta, 540-297-7100. On Facebook. Off-season, casual indoor restaurant serving new American cuisine, including burgers and barbecue. Channel marker: R21.
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540-456-2337. On Facebook. Serving fresh burgers, chicken wings, dozens of craft beers and classic brews.
uvw Hot Shots Bar & Grille, 67 Village View Lane, Moneta, 540-719-1547. smlhotshots. com. Fun center with mini golf and outdoor pavilion. Live music schedule and food specials on Facebook. vw Jake’s Place, 1041 Harbour Inn Lane,
Road, Moneta, 540-875-6091. Country-style diner with daily specials, open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lunch buffet on Sundays.
Buddy’s BBQ VA, 948 Tanyard Road, Rocky Mount, 540-482-0369. buddysbbqva.com. Fresh NC-style BBQ with a Franklin County Twist. Fresh smoked BBQ daily with several homemade sauces to choose from.
Moneta, 540-297-4732. jakesplacesml.com. Caribbean-themed waterfront dining; brick oven pizza, sandwiches, entrees; full bar with craft beer. Channel marker: R28.
Clam Diggers, 109 South Bridge St., Bedford, 540-587-6727. On Facebook. Local seafood restaurant, no fryers. Crab, scallops, shrimp, oysters and more.
uvw Mango’s Bar & Grill, 16430 B.T.
u Farmhouse Catering & Meals to Go, 13300
Washington Hwy., #20, Moneta, 540-7211632. mangosbarandgrill.com. Dine in or out for fare with a tropical twist, including sandwiches, steaks, pasta and seafood; full bar. Channel marker: R28.
uw Moosie’s Restaurant, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy. #16, Moneta, 540-7215255. bridgewaterplaza.com. Burgers, salads, ribs and a broad selection of sandwiches in a casual setting; full bar. Channel marker: R28. u Portside Grill & Bar, 3619 Airport Road, Moneta, 540-297-7100. vadarecruises.com. Over-the-water, Key West-style tiki bar with menu of casual food items. Located at Virginia Dare Marina. Open seasonally. Channel marker: R21.
The Mill Iron Grill, 10190 Stewartsville Road, Goodview, 540-890-4766. On Facebook. Burgers, barbecue, seafood, sandwiches, wraps, soups and salads.
vw The Westlake, 360 Chestnut Creek Drive, Moneta, 540-721-3845. golfthewestlake. com. Casual spot for lunch serving sandwiches, salads, burgers and soups. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina, 3619 Airport Road, Moneta, 540-297-7100. vadarecruises. com. Sightseeing, lunch, dinner, Sunday luncheon and theme cruises aboard replica 19th-century sidewheeler. Channel marker: R21.
Waller’s, 1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta,
B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-330-8630. farmhousecateringmealstogo.com.
Heath’s Waterfront Grill, 1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston, 540-632-0163. On Facebook. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, pasta, steak, seafood and more. Casual setting with indoor and outdoor dining options. Live entertainment Saturdays in season. Channel marker: C6.
Ippy’s Restaurant, 1760 N. Main St., Rocky Mount, 540-489-5600. ippysrestaurant. com. Steak, seafood, burgers, barbecue, sandwiches, salads, soups and more.
Meat Fork and Cork, 3585 Smith Mountain Road, Penhook, 434-927-4129. meatforkcork. com. Salads, burgers, entrees made fresh daily. Reservations suggested.
Mitchell’s Restaurant, 3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston, 540-296-0664. mitchellspoint. com. Casual marina eatery serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Outdoor patio and tiki bar. Channel marker: C3.
Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-721-4333. theblackwatercafe.com. Upscale cuisine served in a casual, lodge-like atmosphere; appetizers, salads, steaks, seafood and more; full bar.
w The Copper Kettle Co., 2033 Morewood Road, Hardy, 540-912-0116. thecopperkettleco.com. Family-friendly restaurant that serves old-fashioned, homecooked dishes like grandma used to make. Channel marker: R37. The Landing Restaurant, 773 Ashmeade Road, Moneta, 540-721-3028. thelandingsml.com. Gourmet cuisine in a casual lakeside setting. The adjacent pub offers upscale fare and a bar with Virginia craft beers; live music most weekends. Channel marker: R11.
Fast Food BoJangles’, 49 Lakewatch Center Drive, Moneta, 540-719-2248. bojangles.com. Fast food specializing in Southern favorites.
v Dairy Queen - Westlake, 520 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-721-7541. dairyqueen.com/usen/store-details/693. Fast food specializing in ice cream and frozen desserts with regular food menu. Subway - Eastlake, 14807 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-297-8889. subway.com. Fast food specializing in deli subs and sandwiches, salads and wraps.
Subway - Westlake, 13020 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-7827. subway. com. Fast food specializing in deli subs and sandwiches, salads and wraps.
Road, Wirtz, 540-238-2142. On Facebook. Where the taste of Italy and Texas collide.
Olde Liberty Station, 515 Bedford Ave., Bedford,
Wendy’s, 12890 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy,
540-587-9377. oldelibertystation.com. Fullservice restaurant in historic station house featuring American fare and Harry’s Famous Cheesecake.
uvw Old Oak Cafe, 400 Scruggs Road, #900, Moneta, 540-719-3388. oldoakcafe.com. Family-oriented restaurant offering soups, sandwiches, salad bar, breakfast all day and specialty coffee drinks.
Ruth’s Place, 18027 Virgil H. Goode Hwy.,
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Subway, 14640 Stewartsville Road, Moneta, 540-297-3712. subway.com. Fast food specializing in deli subs, sandwiches, salads and wraps.
uvw Napoli Cowboy, 6674 Burnt Chimney
540-297-0055. holleratwaller.com. Waterfront tropical grill and bar serving a variety of fare from steak to seafood; full bar. Live music most weekends in season. Channel marker: R27.
Bedford Social Club, 124 S. Bridge St., Bedford, 540-586-9454. bedfordsocialclub.com. Steaks, seafood, full bar, dining in an elegant atmosphere.
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540-721-5000. wendys.com. Fast food specializing in traditional American grill; burgers, chicken sandwiches; no breakfast items.
Italian u Benny Adelina’s, 84 Westlake Road, #105, Hardy, 540-346-2120. bennysva.com. Pizza by the slice or pie, dine-in or carry out. Beer and wine on premises.
Casa D’Amici, 1100 Celebration Ave., Suite 107, Moneta, 540-297-6480. casadamicisml.com. Italian cuisine served in a casual atmosphere. Domino’s Pizza, 62 Firstwatch Drive, Moneta, 540-215-0500. dominos.com. Carryout or delivery pizza and other Italian selections.
Hema’s Italian Restaurant and Pizza, 115 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-483-2713. On Facebook. Italian, family-style restaurant. v Joe’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant, 130 Scruggs Road, #101, Moneta, 540-721-2422. joespizzasml.com. Italian cuisine served in a family friendly atmosphere; buffet, salads, house specialties, pizza, daily specials; beer and wine; outdoor dining.
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Downtown Pizzeria, 1100 Celebration Ave., Moneta, 540-297-1269. downtownpizzasml. com. Dine-in or take-out pizzeria; specialty pizzas, stromboli, calzones, wings. Summer lunch menu with burgers, sandwiches; wine and beer.
Lago Pizza, 14807 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540297-5353. On Facebook. Dine-in or take-out pizzeria; specialty pizzas, stromboli, calzones, salads. v New York Pizza, 13314 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-4880. Dine-in or takeout pizzeria; specialty pizzas, subs, salads. Pizza Pub, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #10, Moneta, 540-721-1234. bridgewaterplaza. com. Dine-in or take-out pizzeria; appetizers, specialty pizzas, subs, salads, sandwiches; outdoor seating available. Channel marker: R28. v Tuscan Tavern, 16483 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-297-8900. Italian cuisine served in a family friendly atmosphere; house specialties, pizza, salads, sandwiches; separate lounge area with full bar and TVs.
w Vinny’s Italian Grill & Pizzeria, 16547 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-297-0000. vinnysitaliangrill.com. New York style pizza, subs, pasta with homemade sauces.
Mexican Azul, 306 N. Bridge St., Bedford, 540-583-5088. On Facebook. Build your own customized bowls, burritos, plates. u Cancun Mexican Restaurant & Grill, 13383 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-719-2884. smlcancun.com. Mexican fare served in a casual, family friendly atmosphere; full bar; indoor and outdoor seating. El Rio, 400 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-7191594. elriomxgrill.com. Mexican grill and cantina. v El Toreno, 40 Village Spring Drive, Westlake Village, #14 Hardy, 540-721-3821. eltoreno.com. Mexican fare served in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere; full bar.
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Moneta, 540-719-1000. Mexican fare served in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere; full bar. Channel marker: B11.
Mexico Viejo Tequila Bar, 16440 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta. Mexican fare served in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere; full bar. Channel marker: R28.
Short-order Grill Carl’s Place, 15800 Old Franklin Tpke., Penhook, 540-576-2838. Casual diner serving Southernstyle menu items for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Cattleman’s To Go, 15550 Old Franklin Turnpike, Penhook, 540-565-0027. On Facebook. Local farmers with a passion for raising and serving black Angus beef; local food in a fun, fast food setting. Duck In Market, 13246 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-4633. Carry-out breakfast and lunch deli offering quick food options.
v Kroger Bistro, 80 Westlake Drive, Hardy, 540-721-3102. kroger.com. Homemade meals prepared fresh daily; breakfast biscuits and platters, deli sandwiches, salads, soups; sushi, olive and cheese bar.
Laker Media offers multiple ways for you to connect with lake restaurants and bars 365 days a year, including in the printed Laker Map and online at lakermap.com and smithmountainlake.com. For the most up-to-date news on restaurants and food around the lake, log onto smithmountainlake.com/restaurants
Lumpkin’s Snack Bar & Grill, 19 Lumpkin’s Drive, Penhook, 434-927-5150. Breakfast items made to order; sandwiches, subs and burgers. Channel marker: B1.
w Magnum Point Marina, 2200 Old Salem School Road, Union Hall. On Facebook. Sandwiches, burgers, crab cakes and more in a casual atmosphere. Channel marker: B37. Mariners Landing Golf & Country Club, 2052 Lake Retreat Road, Huddleston, 540-297-7888. marinerslandinggolf.com. Sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers and other items made to order. Smith Mountain Dock & Lodge, 300 Locust
57. Red Rock Store 58. Ruth’s Place 59. Smith Mountain Dock & Lodge 60. Subway - Eastlake 61. Subway - Westlake 62. Subway 63. Sugar and Slice 64. Sweet Frog 65. Teriyaki Grill House 66. The Blackwater Cafe 67. The Copper Kettle Co. 68. The Landing Restaurant 69. The Mill Iron Grill 70. The Westlake
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Tuscan Tavern Vinny’s Italian Grill & Pizzeria Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina Waller’s Wendy’s Whistle Stop White House Corner Store The Whole Bean Coffee House
Lane, Penhook, 540-565-0222. On Facebook. Lakeside grill serving breakfast and lunch; biscuits, hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, barbecue, salads. Channel marker: R6.
Whistle Stop, 11729 Old Franklin Tpke., 540576-1390. Convenience-store deli offering breakfast, lunch and dinner items. White House Corner Store, 11674 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston, 540-2976857. Breakfast, lunch and dinner items, including sandwiches, pizza and fried chicken. Wings-N-Things Express, 12970 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston, 434-610-1722. On Facebook. A mobile food unit specializing in hot wings.
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Tasting perfection. A trip to one of the area’s nearby wineries or breweries makes for a fun and educational off-water outing. For tours and tastings of wine produced locally, take a trip to Brooks Mill Winery, Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery, Ramulose Ridge Vineyards, White Rock Vineyards, Winery & Brew Haus or Seven Doors Winery. For craft beer, check out Hammer & Forge in nearby Boones Mill or Chaos Mountain Brewing in Callaway.
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2 Witches Winery & Brewing Co., 209 Trade St., Danville, 434-549-2739. 2witcheswinebrew. com. Family-owned farm winery and nanobrewery. Wine and beer tasting room open to the public, along with events.
Altillo Vineyards, 620 Level Run Road, Hurt, 434-324-4160. altillovineyards.com. Family-run, estate-grown winery. Tasting room, picnic area, overnight stay, private parties, pet friendly. Altillo wine tasting also at The Overlook on Mountain Lake Road in Giles County.
AmRhein Wine Cellars, 9243 Patterson Road, Bent Mountain, 540-929-4632. amrheinshop. us. Family-owned, estate-grown winery specializing in wines with a German influence. Tasting room with scenic views of vineyards and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Wedding and event venue.
Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, 434-258-8761. endofbadbeer.com. Tasting room, events, sales. Ballast Point: Virginia, 555 International Pkwy., Daleville, 540-591-3059. ballastpoint.com. Brewery, restaurant, bar. Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove St., Bedford, 540-5835113. bealesbeer.com. Brewery and barbecue restaurant. Big Lick Brewing Co., 409 Salem Ave., Roanoke, 540-562-8383. biglickbrewingco.com. Downtown Roanoke brewery, taproom and beer garden specializing in craft beer with an emphasis on variety. Events and food from local purveyors.
Brooks Mill Winery, 6221 Brooks Mill Road, Wirtz, 540-721-5215. brooksmillwine.com. Tastings of locally produced fruit wine, gift shop.
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Chaos Mountain Brewery, 3135 Dillons
Deschutes Brewery Roanoke Tasting Room,
Mill Road, Callaway, 540-334-1600. chaosmountainbrewing.com. Local, handcrafted beer; tasting room, events and merchandise.
315 Market St., SE, Roanoke, 540-259-5204. deschutesbrewery.com/roanoke. Craft beer in historic downtown Roanoke, souvenirs for purchase, snacks and plenty of seating.
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Fincastle Vineyard and Winery, 203 Maple Ridge
Road, Floyd, 540-593-2865. thedogs.com. Tasting room open daily. Gift shop, tours, events, outside patio with scenic views of the New River Valley and Buffalo Mountain, restaurant open for lunch and dinner. Located off Blue Ridge Parkway. Pet friendly.
Lane, Fincastle, 540-591-9000. fincastlewine. com. Produces wines using traditional Bordeaux small scale technique. Winery built into hillside off of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Tasting room, events, pet friendly.
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Franklin County Distilleries, 25156 Highway 220, Boones Mill, 540-334-1610. franklincodistilleries.com. Products crafted to mirror the brands that bootleggers built, and offer a true taste of history and heritage in every bottle. Food trucks and live music. Hammer & Forge Brewing Company, 70 Main St., Boones Mill, 540-909-3200. hammerforgebrewing.com and on Facebook. Franklin County’s only active nanobrewery. Handcrafted ales and lagers. Tasting room for on-site pints and growler fills to go.
uvw Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery, 1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta, 540-296-1393. smlwine.com. Wine tasting, gift shop, tours, scenic picnic area, music series. Available for parties, weddings. See ad on page 14.
Hickory Hill Vineyard & Winery Get a taste of the lake at Hickory Hill Vineyards. Find award-winning red and white wines created exclusively from locally-grown grapes. During your wine tasting, learn the stories behind the hand-crafted wines. Shop for wine and lake-themed gift items, many crafted by local artisans. Enjoy a leisurely picnic overlooking the picturesque vineyard. Sunset Saturdays run April-October and feature live music, fun and breathtaking sunsets. Check out the Hickory Hill listing on page 14 or visit smlwine.com.
Leo Grande Vineyards and Winery, 1343 Wingfield Drive, Goode, 540-586-4066. On Facebook. Tastings of locally produced wine.
Olde Salem Brewing Co., 21 E. Main St., Salem. oldesalembrewing.com. Located in the heart of Salem. Craft beers, tasting room, food trucks, live music.
Parkway Brewing Co., 739 Kessler Mill Road, Salem, 540-314-8234. parkwaybrewing.com. Craft beers by the pint or growler, plus food trucks and live music. Peaks of Otter Winery, 2122 Sheep Creek Road, Bedford, 540-586-3707. peaksofotterwinery. com. Tastings of locally produced wines, gift shop, tours.
Ramulose Ridge Vineyards, 3061 Hendricks Store Road, Moneta, 540-314-2696. ramuloseridgevineyards.com. Tastings; indoor and outdoor space for weddings and events. Cigar and wine pairings. Seven Doors Winery, 5800 Johnson Mountain Road, Huddleston, 540-589-9530. sevendoorswinery.com. Wine club for the soul; 2,000-square-foot tasting room.
Soaring Ridge Craft Brewery, 523 Shenandoah Ave. N.W., Roanoke, 540-521-5543. soaringridge.com. Tasting room, growlers and kegs, live music and food trucks. Starr Hill Pilot Brewery and Side Stage, 6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke, 540-685-2012. starrhill.com/roanoke. Showcasing new beers and new music, five-barrel brewing system for small-batch beers, weekly live performances by local artists.
Three Notch’d Brewing Company, 24 Campbell Ave., SE, Roanoke. 540-492-5005. threnotchdbrewing.com. Flagship and seasonal beers, as well as locally-sourced, beerinfused dishes designed to compliment the season and what’s on tap. 14
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Tomahawk Mill Vineyard and Winery, 9221 Anderson Mill Road, Chatham, 434-432-1063. tomahawkmill.com. Touring and tastings from March 15 to Dec. 15 at the historic Tomahawk Creek grist mill. Twin Creeks Brewing Company, 111 S. Pollard St., Vinton, 540-265-8062. twincreeksbrewing.com. Microbrewery offering craft beers and tasting room.
Twin Creeks Distillery Store & Tasting Room, 510 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-627-5046. twincreeksdistillery.com. Handcrafted whiskey using local ingredients and grains and ageold distilling methods passed down from generations.
Valhalla Vineyards, 6500 Mount Chestnut Road, Roanoke, 540-725-9463. valhallawines.com. Mountain top location with far-reaching views. Tasting room, cave tours and picnic area. Hosts private events and weddings.
Villa Appalaccia Winery, Floyd. See website for directions. 540-358-9545. villaappalaccia.com. Italian-inspired wines, tasting room, wood-fired brick oven for special events, Italian music garden, bocce court, lite fare. Located on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Virginia Mountain Vineyards, 4204 Old Fincastle Road, Fincastle, 540-473-2979. vmvines.com. Estate-grown wines, tasting room, scenic views, events (including wine and yoga and painting parties), weddings. White Rock Vineyards, Winery & Brew Haus, 2117 Bruno Drive, Goodview, 540-890-3359. whiterockwines.com. Tastings and sales of locally produced wines and locally crafted beers, tours, scenic veranda overlooking vineyards.
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Beaches Smith Mountain Lake Community Park, 1480 Parkway Ave., Moneta, 540-483-9293. playfranklincounty.com/sml-beach-park. Guarded beach open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day; small fee. Channel marker: R17.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, 540297-6066. dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/smi. shtml. Guarded beach open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day; small fee. Channel marker: R20.
Boat Charters Smith Mountain charter TOURs, 408 Crazy Horse Drive, Moneta. 540-915-6569. Custom tours on SML on 37-foot Sea Ray yacht with captain. Look for our special events through 2019. Channel marker: B10. See ad on page 25.
Bay Rock Marina, 8360 Hardy Road, Hardy,
Bittinger Marine Center, 190 Lakewood
540-890-2194. Boat rentals and sales; fullservice marina. Channel marker: R87.
Forest Road, Moneta, 540-243-0455. bittingermarinecenter.com. Boat/PWC service, storage, sales, rentals, dock/lift service and modification, antique/classic car restoration, golf cart service/customization.
Smith Mountain Lake Sailing Charters, 108 Hillcrest Heights Drive, Moneta, 540719-0009. smithmountainlakesailing. com. Charters (3-4 hours) for up to four passengers with licensed captain aboard a J/24 sailboat. Channel marker: G2.
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Bernard’s Boat Rental, 775 Ashmeade Road,
Road, Moneta, 540-297-7100. vadarecruises. com. Lunch, dinner and sightseeing cruises aboard a replica 19th-century sidewheeler. Channel marker: R21.
Shoreline Circle, Moneta, 540-721-3664. baysidemarinasml.com. Boat sales; fullservice marina. Channel marker: R26. See ad on page 28.
Moneta, 540-721-7800. bwmarina.com. Rental of a variety of boats, PWCs and water toys. Channel marker: R11.
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Captain’s Quarters, 16525 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1175. captainsquarterssml.com. Boat rentals, bait and tackle, boat repair, boat ramp. Channel marker: R28. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-5017. conradbrothers.com. Sales of new and used boats.
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All Seasons Marine, 11568 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston, 540-297-7943. allseasonsboats.com. Sales and service of boats and motors.
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16410 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540721-1639. bwmarina.com. Rental of a variety of boats, PWCs and water toys; full-service marina; retail store. Channel marker: R28.
Conrad Brothers Marine, 13660 B.T.
whyknotboatsml.com. Chaffeured full- and half-day tours, as well as music and hourly tours with captain Austin Bailey.
Philpott Hwy., Martinsville, 276-632-5600. anglerschoicemarine.com. Sales and service of boats and motors.
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Shores Drive, Moneta, 540-297-1888. crystalshoresmarinaresort.com. Boat slip rentals; full-service marina; restaurant on site. Channel marker: R27.
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Halesford Harbour Boat Rentals, 1043 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta, 540-2385606. bwmarina.com. Rental of a variety of boats, PWCs and water toys. Channel marker: R28.
Hughes Marine Service, 3815 U.S. Highway 29, Danville, 434-836-0052. hughesmarineservice.com. Sales of new and used boats, boating accessories and watersports gear; boat repair. Lynchburg Powersports at Smith Mountain Lake, 16889 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston, 540-297-6830. lynchburgpowersports.com. Sales and service of all types of PWCs, parts, accessories and offering PWC rentals.
Magnum Boating, 16700 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-719-2427. magnumboating. com. Sales of new and used boats. Channel marker: R28. Magnum Boating at Indian Pointe Marina, 2031 Morewood Road, Hardy, 540-7192427. magnumboating.com. Boat rentals, gas, restaurant, convenience store. Channel marker: R37.
Mariners Landing Boat Rentals, 1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston, 540-238-7726. bwmarina.com. Rental of a variety of boats, PWCs and water toys. Channel marker: C6
Parkway Marina, 16918 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston, 540-297-4412. parkwaymarina.com. Boat sales and rentals; full-service marina. Channel marker: R8.
PARROT COVE BOAT RENTALS & SALES, 16441 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 800-4884516. parrotcove.com. Rental of a variety of boats, houseboats, PWCs and kayaks. Channel marker: R28. See ad on page 51. Smith Mountain Boat, 167 Morgans Fork Road, Penhook, 540-576-2755. smboatandtackle. com. Sales of new and used boats, boating and fishing gear.
Smith Mountain Boat Rentals, 184 Locust Lane, Penhook, 866-490-3862. smithmountainboatrentals.com. Boat rental company specializing in jet skis, pontoons and runabouts. Channel marker: R6. See ad on page 25. SML Boat Rentals, 3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston, 540-484-3980. smlboatrentals. com. Rental of a variety of boats, PWCs and water toys. At Mitchell’s Point Marina; full-service marina and restaurant. Channel marker: C3.
State Park Rentals, 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, 540-297-3642. bwmarina.com. Rental of a variety of boats, PWCs and water toys. Channel marker: R20.
Virgil Naff Sea-Doo Sales & Rentals, 3619 Airport Road, Moneta, 540-297-2879. virgilnaff.com. Boat and PWC sales and rentals operating out of Virginia Dare Marina. Channel marker: R21. uw Webster Marine Center, 1185
Mills Road, Moneta, 540-297-5228. webstermarine.com. Gas; sales of new and used boats and PWCs; boat repair. Channel marker: R28. See ad on page 21.
Westlake Boat Rentals, 2050 Morewood Road, Hardy, 540-721-1159. westlakeboatrentals. com. Rentals of ski boats, jet skis, runabouts, pontoon and deck boats. Channel marker: R37.
Golf Courses - Private The Water’s Edge Country Club, 1825 Water’s Edge Drive, Penhook, 540-5763343. thewatersedgecc.com. 18-hole PGA championship course redesigned in 2007 by Richard Mandell. Channel marker: BU1.
u The Waterfront Country Club, 275 Anchor Drive, Moneta, 540-7215288. thewaterfrontcc.com. 18-hole PGA championship course designed by George Dillon of the Fazio Group. Channel marker: R25.
Golf Courses - Public Mariners Landing Golf & Country Club, 2052 Lake Retreat Road, Huddleston, 540-2977888. marinerslandinggolf.com. 18-hole championship course; pro shop, driving range, snack bar. Channel marker: C6. vw The Westlake, 360 Chestnut Creek Drive, Moneta, 540-721-4214. golfthewestlake.com. 18-hole championship course; pro shop, driving range, bar and grill.
Historic Sites Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library, 201 E. Main St., Bedford, 540-586-4520. bedfordvamuseum.org. Exhibits on early Native American life, the Civil War and the 20th century.
Blue Ridge Institute & Museum, 20 Museum Drive, Ferrum, 540-365-4416. blueridgeinstitute.org. Rotating gallery of exhibits featuring local customs, music, crafts and art.
v Booker T. Washington National Monument, 12130 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540721-2094. nps.gov/bowa. National park dedicated to famed educator, orator and presidential advisor Booker T. Washington; walking trails, animals, living history events.
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Since its beginning in 1977, Webster Marine has been a family owned and operated, full-service marine center on beautiful Smith Mountain Lake, VA. Boasting the largest inventory of deck boats, pontoons, and Sea-Doo watercraft in Southwest Virginia, Webster Marine offers new and pre-owned boat and Sea-Doo watercraft sales, as well as service, parts, accessories and slip rentals. Conveniently located next to Halesford Bridge, stop by and visit us today.
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Center in the Square, 1 Market St., SE, Roanoke, 540-342-5700. centerinthesquare. org. A home for regional arts and cultural organizations, including the History Museum of Western Virginia, the Science Museum of Western Virginia, the Harrison Museum of African American Culture and the Roanoke Pinball Museum; facility includes aquariums and butterfly garden.
Crooked Road Music Trail, Entry point in Downtown Rocky Mount, 276-492-2409. myswva.org/tcr. Driving trail focused on Virginia’s musical heritage.
Franklin County History Museum, 460 S. Main St., Rocky Mount, 540-483-1890. franklincountyvahistoricalsociety.org. Free. Exhibits dedicated to the history of Franklin County.
Gen. Jubal A. Early Homeplace, 455 Old Hollow Lane, Hardy, jubalearly.org. Open 1-5 p.m. most Sundays and for special events.
Mill Mountain Zoo, Mill Mountain Spur, Roanoke, 540-343-3241. mmzoo.org. Zoo featuring 160 animals representing 46 species, along with educational events. Museum of the Confederacy, 159 Horseshoe Road, Appomattox, 434-352-5791. moc. org. Educational exhibits, collections, conservation and historic archives dedicated to Confederate and Civil War history. u National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, 540-586-3329. dday.org. An extensive memorial dedicated to lessons and the legacy of D-Day.
Natural Bridge of Virginia, 15 Appledore Lane, Natural Bridge, 540-291-1326. naturalbridgeva.com. A natural wonder and historic landmark with zoo, museums, caverns, dining and accommodations.
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 1542 Bateman Bridge Road, Forest, 434-525-1806. poplarforest.org. Open daily March 15-Dec. 30. The former president’s retreat is open for tours and special events.
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Taubman Museum of Art, 110 Salem Ave., SE, Roanoke, 540-342-5760. taubmanmuseum. org. Rotating exhibitions and collections on display in a building with an internationallyrenowned design; education programs for adults and children.
Virginia Museum of Natural History, 21 Starling Ave., Martinsville, 276-634-4141. vmnh. net. A state museum of natural history with award-winning exhibits, ground-breaking scientific research and educational programs for all ages. 22
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Mini Golf Harbortown Mini-Golf, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #13, Moneta, 540-814-1613. bridgewaterplaza.com. Miniature golf experience over the water. Channel marker: R28. uvw Hot Shots Bar & Grille, 13360 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-719-1547. smlhotshots.com. Fun center with mini golf and outdoor pavilion. Live music schedule and food specials. See ad on page 10.
Westlake Safari Miniature Golf, 130 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-721-2234. Miniature golf course with wildlife theme.
Miscellaneous A Goode View Alpaca Farm, Boutique & Gift Shop, 1473 Heathwood Drive, Goode, 540586-4732. agoodeviewalpacafarm.com. A full-service, 15-acre alpaca farm and farm store with a variety of products and apparel. Free farm tours.
Alpacas of Smith Mountain Lake Farm & Gifts, 2050 Morewood Road, Hardy, 540-7190281. smithmountainlakefarm.com. Guided 90-minute educational, interactive farm tours where visitors learn about, feed, hug and hold alpacas. Daily tours, reservations required.
Bedford Landings Air Tours, 1995 Buccaneer Road, Moneta, 540-5884858. smlairtours.com. Sightseeing flights and tours. Channel marker: R20.
u Black Water Junction Wake Park, 456 Bethel Lane, Union Hall, 540-420-6597. blackwaterjunctionwakepark.com. Cable park offering active water sports and lessons for all.
Frayed Knot Bait and Tackle, 6432 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz, 540-7193004. On Facebook. Live bait and tackle, rod holders, new and used rods and reels.
Fun-N-Games Arcade, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-5959. bridgewaterplaza.com. Arcade with a variety of games for all ages. Channel marker: R28.
Long Meadows Farms, 2428 Carters Mill Road, Huddleston, 540-297-8911. longmeadowsfarms.com. Trail rides and other events. Mill Mountain Star, Mill Mountain Spur, Roanoke, 540-342-6025. At 100 feet tall, it’s the world’s largest freestanding illuminated man-made star; includes overlook of Roanoke. Pacabella Farm Alpacas, 1799 Jubal Early Hwy., Wirtz, 540-890-8364. pacabellafarmalpacas. com. Alpaca farm offering tours and a farm store. Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Pkwy., Bedford, 540-586-1081. peaksofotter.com. Lodge, restaurant and gift shop, close to hiking on the two nearby peaks and around Abbott Lake.
Skyway Animal Farm, 2378 Skyway Drive, Moneta, 540-297-5301. On Facebook. Nonprofit farm providing animal-assisted activities for children and adults. Free farm tours by appointment.
Slocum’s Appaloosa Ranch, 1674 Private Hills Lane, Moneta, 540-312-0617. slocumshorsebackriding.com. Trail rides and other events.
SML Aviation, 1090 Cutlass Road, Moneta, 540-904-1107. smlaviation.com. Flight training and introductory flights over SML. Channel marker: R18. SML Visitor Center, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1203. visitsmithmountainlake.com. Information about SML events and activities. Channel marker: R28.
Spring Valley Farm & Cabins, 1190 Horseshoe Bend Road, Moneta, 540-309-6884. svhorsefarm.com. Equine boarding and training facility offering trail rides, full-service country cabins and special events services.
The Lucky Duck, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-309-1798. bridgewaterplaza. com. Alpine rock climbing wall, bungee trampoline, variety of carnival games. Channel marker: R28. The Zone, 1175 State St., Rocky Mount, 540-
Glazed Bisque It—The Painting Place on Smith Mountain Lake, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy.,
484-1250. thezoneva.com. Go-kart track, batting cages, mini golf, arcades and party hosting. Call for hours.
Moneta, 540-400-2712. On Facebook. Paint glassware, wood and pottery with friends and family. Channel marker: R28.
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Harvester Performance Center, 450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-484-8277. harvestermusic.com. Mid-size music venue featuring live performances by regional and national musicians in a variety of genres.
Westlake Cinema, 84 Westlake Road, #117, Hardy, 540-721-6326. westlakecinema.com. Fourplex theater featuring first-run movies with state-of-the-art sound and Real D 3-D, stadium seating, concessions and arcade.
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For the most up-to-date news on restaurants and food around the lake, log onto smithmountainlake.com/restaurants
47. Westlake Safari Miniature Golf Miscellaneous 48. A Goode View Alpaca Farm 49. Glazed Bisque-It at SML 50. Alpacas of Smith Mountain Lake Farm & Gifts 51. Bedford Landings Air Tours 52. Bridle Spur Farm 53. Frayed Knot Bait and Tackle 54. Fun-N-Games Arcade 55. Harvester Performance Center 56. Long Meadows Farms 57. Mill Mountain Star 58. Pacabella Farm Alpacas
59. Peaks of Otter Lodge 60. Slocum’s Appaloosa Ranch 61. Smith Mountain Wake Co. 62. SML Aviation 63. SML Visitor Center 64. Spring Valley Farm & Cabins 65. The Lucky Duck 66. The Zone Movie Theater 67. Westlake Cinema
Bold listings are accessible by boat.
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Get hooked. One of the biggest draws at Smith Mountain Lake has been an abundance of popular game fish — black bass, striped bass, catfish, white perch, crappie, sunfish and carp. Fishermen of all skill levels descend upon the lake year-round in search of their next big catch.
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Captain Bert’s Fishing Charters
P.O. Box 673, Hardy 24101
w Capt. Dale Wilson’s SML Guide Service
4185 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston 24104
Capt. Danny’s Striper Charters
65 Windsor Drive, Rocky Mount 24151
Captain’s Quarters
16525 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta 24121
Cats N’ Stripers Fishing Charters
Goodview, 24095
Hambrick’s Striper Guide Service
5714 Ferrum Mountain Road, Callaway 24067
Hooked Up Charters SML
Near channel marker B10
Phone/Website Captain 540-521-8235 540-521-1710 captainbert.com 540-297-5650 540-874-4950 captaindalewilson.com 540-556-3170 800-388-9984 540-721-1175 smithmountainlakeboats.com 540-580-3487 catsnstripers.com 540-420-6892 hambricksstriperguideservice.com 540-529-4955 hookedupcarterssml.com 540-493-9541 kennysstriperguideservice.com 540-836-0145 pointrunners.com 540-493-8790 smlfishingguides.com 540-256-2571 rockfishadventures.com
Former NHL Goaltender and lifelong fisherman; holds SML striper record — 49.4 lbs
Dale Wilson
Guide service for striped bass, crappie, largemouth and smallmouth bass, specializing in artificial lures
Captain Danny
Striper guide service
Dewayne Lamb
Guide service for striper and largemouth bass, with tackle shop on site
Travis Patsell
Striper guide service
Wiley Hambrick
Striper guide service, specializing in live bait
Robert Dean Wood
Half or full day; striper or bass; two fully equipped boats
Point Runner’s Striper Guide Service Pullin’ Drag Striper Fishing Guide
2050 Morewood Road, Hardy 24101
Rockfish Adventures
1093 Hannabass Drive Goodview 24095
Rock On Professional Fishing Guides
7449 Fernway Drive, Roanoke 24001
Rodbender Striper Guide Service
1093 Hannabass Drive, Goodview 24095
Spike’s Prime Time Fishin’
4067 Hales Ford Road, Moneta 24121
Stone Mountain Guide Service
P.O. Box 18, Huddleston 24104
Terry’s Guide Service
5188 Horseshoe Bend Road, Goodview 24095
540-309-3087
Captain Matt
v The Shad Taxi
336 Indian Run Trail, Hardy 24101
540-797-2528 theshadtaxi.com
Todd Keith
844-347-4682 rockoncharters.net 540-246-4375 smlfishingcharters.com 540-297-5611 540-400-3465 spikesprimetimefishin.com 434-665-6042 540-297-6898
Services & Specialties
Daniel Berthiaume
P.O. Box 356, Rocky Mount 24151 176 Caldwell Lane, Fishersville 22939
u Kenny’s Striper Guide Service
2019 Best of SML Award winner nnGold ooSilver ppBronze
Kenny Short Travis Fitzgerald
Striper guide service, specializing in live bait. Often fishes upper Blackwater Striper guide service and sport fishing, specializing in live bait; lead instructor of Blackwater School of Sport Fishing
Wendell Dudley
Striper guide service
Erik Fitzgerald
100 percent fish-on guarantee; kids under 10 free with adult (max 2)
Ken Trail, Ben Lucas, Currie Butler, Jason Shull
Fishing guide service for Southwest Virginia and high country of North Carolina
Steve Fitzgerald
Full-time, year round striper guide
Spike and Kathy Franceschini
Two fully equipped 22-foot deck boats, 27 years experience
John Goyne
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Full time, year round; 100 ton USCG Masters License; specializes in striper, large- and smallmouth bass with artificial lures Striped bass, largemouth and smallmouth guided tours; artificial baits, casting specialist; day and night charters available Featured in 2007 Game and Fish magazine
Reel ’Em In: Striper Fishing Look for this logo to find winners in Laker Media’s 2019 Best of SML Awards. View the entire list at smithmountainlake. com/best.
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Striper fishing remains a popular pastime at Smith Mountain Lake for all ages. Anglers use a variety of methods, such as drifting live bait, trolling plugs and bucktail jigs or casting top water lures. The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries limits lake catches to 2 per day in the aggregate. There is no length limit from June 1 to Oct. 31, though no striper between 30-40 inches may be caught from Nov. 1 to May 31.
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Bay Rock Marina
8360 Hardy Road, Hardy
(540) 890-2194 On Facebook
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Check Facebook or call
500 Shoreline Circle, Moneta
540-721-3664 baysidemarinasml.com
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Mon-Fri 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
16410 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540-721-1639 bwmarina.com
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Sun-Thurs 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 a.m.-11 p.m.
Captain’s Quarters
16525 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540-721-1175 smithmountainlakeboats.com
R28
Daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Craddock Creek Marina
15826 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston
540-297-7325 craddockcreekmarina.com
C2
Private facility
Crazy Horse Marina
400 Crazy Horse Road, Moneta
540-719-0620 crazyhorse-marina.com
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Fri- Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun-Thurs 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Crystal Shores Marina
1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta
540-297-1888 crystalshoresmarinaresort. com
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Open daily; office hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. weekends
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Bayside Marina & Yacht Club Open year-round and conveniently located close to Westlake Corner by land and on Becky’s Creek by water, Bayside Marina and Yacht Club is a family-owned and operated full-service marina with non-ethanol fuel, a ship’s store, new and used boat sales and slip rentals. Slip renters can take advantage of the yacht club’s amenities, including a swimming pool, tennis courts and a bath house. At Bayside, customers always come first. To learn more, visit www.baysidemarinasml.com.
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u Gills Creek Marina &
790 Fox Chase Road, Wirtz
540-721-2451 gillscreekmarina.com
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Halesford Harbour Marina
1043 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta
540-297-9000 halesfordharbour.com bwmarina.com
R28
Daily 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Hughes Marine Service
3815 U.S. 29 North, Danville
434-836-0052 hughesmarineservice.com
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Lake Haven Marina
15844 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston
540-297-7347
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Open daily; call for hours
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Lakeside Marina
629 Lakeside Road, Penhook
434-927-5380 On Facebook
B1
Varies; call for hours
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Lumpkins Marina
19 Lumpkin Drive, Penhook
434-927-5150
B1
Daily 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
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Magnum Boating Inc. at Indian Pointe Marina
2031 Morewood Road, Hardy
540-719-2427 magnumboating.com
R37
Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Magnum Point Marina
2200 Old Salem School Road, Union Hall
540-576-4486 On Facebook
B37
Sun-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Mitchell’s Point Marina
3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston
540-484-3980 mitchellspoint.com
C3
Daily 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Moorman’s Marina
1633 Moorman Road, Goodview
540-890-1656
R77
Open daily; call for hours
Parkway Marina
16918 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston
540-297-4412 parkwaymarina.com
Pelican Point Yacht Club
60 Marina Point Lane, Union Hall
540-576-2019 pelicanpointyachtclub.com
B9
Call for service hours
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Smith Mountain Dock & Lodge
300 Locust Lane, Penhook
540-565-0222 On Facebook
R6
Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
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Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina
3619 Airport Road, Moneta
540-297-7100 vadarecruises.com
R21
Mon-Sun 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Waterwheel Marina
1229 Waterwheel Drive Office: 266 Rocky Shore Lane, Moneta
540-721-5668 waterwheelsml.com
R28
Open daily; call for hours
1185 Mills Road, Moneta
540-297-5228 webstermarine.com
R28
Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
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sml calendar Always a celebration. Turn the pages for details on Smith Mountain Lake’s largest and longest-standing annual events, including music, golf, pirates and wine. For more event happenings in and around the lake, check out Laker Weekly newspaper or visit www.smithmountainlake.com/calendar.
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Osprey 10K/5K Run-Walk sml calendar
When: April 6, 9 a.m. Where: Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Huddleston The fourth annual race is hosted by Friends of SML State Park. Run or walk along the park’s roadways. Proceeds will support park programs. Register at smlfriends.com.
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March THE “SHOW OF SHOWS” STEEL DRUM CONCERT March 30 Franklin County Family YMCA, SML location Music, dancing, heavy hors d’oeuvres with the lake’s steel drum bands and Knock-Knock Marimbas. Proceeds benefit the YMCA. $25 per person or $175 for a table of eight. www. franklincountyymca.org
April OSPREY 10K/5K RACE
April 17 Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Moneta Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with the program beginning at noon. www.monetagardenclub. org April 20 SML State Park, Huddleston Easter egg hunt begins at 1:15 p.m., crafts 1:30 to 3 p.m., wagon rides 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Plus, an appearance by Sunny Bunny. 540297-6066
EASTER EGG HUNT
JOHN FABER MEMORIAL PHOTO SHOW AND CONTEST
April 26-28 Crazy Horse Marina, Moneta Hundreds of anglers from around the region descend on SML for this open fishing tournament with more than $100,000 in prizes up for grabs. bigbasstour.com
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and historical interpreter who consults with and aids museums and historical sites in developing specialized programming about the African-American experience with 18th and 19th century America. Proceeds support Friends of Booker T. Washington National Monument. 301-704-2309, friendsofbowa@ gmail.com
EASTER EXTRAVAGANZA
April 6 Smith Mountain Lake State Park, Huddleston Fourth annual Osprey 10K and 5K Race, hosted by the Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Participants will run or walk along the park’s roadways. Proceeds will benefit environmental and educational programs at the state park. 9 a.m. smlfriends. com
April 12-14 Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Moneta This contest is open to all photographers — casual, amateur and professional. Free and open to the public. Awards ceremony is April 12, 6:30 p.m. Exhibit hours are noon4 p.m. Saturday and noon-3 p.m. Sunday. smithmountainartscouncil.com
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MONETA GARDEN CLUB FASHION SHOW & LUNCHEON
April 20 Waid Park, Rocky Mount The 21st annual event will feature more than 20,000 eggs, as well as the Easter bunny for photo opportunities. Also door prizes, food and inflatables. Arrive by 1:30 p.m. to register. Festivities begin at 2 p.m. 540-483-9293
BIG BASS TOUR
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON LEGACY DINNER
April 27 Trinity Ecumenical Parish, Moneta This eighth annual event that starts at 6 p.m. will feature dinner, a silent auction, music and door prizes. Guest speaker will be Cheyney McKnight, a public historian
May TAKE PRIDE IN SML CLEAN-UP
Through May Around Smith Mountain Lake Now in its 32nd year, this annual event lasts throughout May to encourage the community to spruce up the lake and shoreline. Work as an individual or group to clean up debris. 540-721-4400, 540-721-1203, takepridesml.wordpress.com
SML FISHING TOURNAMENT
May 3-5 Gills Creek Marina, Wirtz The 51st annual Smith Mountain Lake Fishing Tournament, sponsored by Challenger Little League Baseball. Prizes up to $15,000 will be awarded in six categories. 540-721-2451, gillscreekmarina.com
16TH ANNUAL SML BUSINESS EXPO
May 3 Franklin County Family YMCA, SML location This annual trade show brings together more than 100 SML-area businesses to showcase products and services. Hosted by the SML Regional Chamber of Commerce, the event is free and open to the public from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 540-721-1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com
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SML BREWS & TUNES FESTIVAL
May 4 Franklin County Family YMCA, SML location Family-friendly festival featuring food vendors, craft breweries, live music and children’s play area. Sponsored by the SML Regional Chamber of Commerce. 540-7211203, visitsmithmountainlake.com
SML APPALACHIAN POWER TRIATHLON
May 4 SML State Park, Huddleston Organized by Virginia Amateur Sports, participants swim 750 meters, bike 20 kilometers and run 5 kilometers through the park. 9 a.m. commonwealthgames.org
TOM MAYNARD MEMORIAL POKER RUN
May 16-18 Starts and finishes at Mariners Landing Resort, Huddleston Organized by the SML Boating Association, the Poker Run is a charity event where participants boat to various restaurants and marinas around the lake to collect playing cards. Prizes are awarded in numerous categories, including best poker hand, worst poker hand, best appearing crew and boat. 540-597-3932, smlba.com
June JOYOUS JUNQUE
June 1 & 2 Resurrection Catholic Church, Moneta Yard sale with proceeds going to local nonprofits. Saturday 7 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
SML INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
June 7 The Westlake, Hardy Captain’s choice tournament. 1 p.m. shotgun start. 540-721-1203, visitsmithmountainlake. com
LAKESIDE SINGERS CONCERT
June 7 & 8 Trinity Ecumenical Parish, Moneta The Lakeside Singers and the Lake Players come together for two performances titled, “That’s Entertainment.” Come laugh, sing and dance. 7-9 p.m. Friday, 3-5 p.m. Saturday. smithmountainartscouncil.com
SPRING ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC BOAT SHOW
June 8 Bridgewater Pointe Condominiums, Bridgewater Plaza, Moneta Hosted by the SML chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society from 10 a.m.-2
p.m., this free event features a collection of vintage vessels from the 1920s to 1960s era and is a preview of the annual Antique and Classic Boat Festival Weekend Sept. 14. woodenboats.net
LYRICS ON THE LAKE
June 12-16 Venues around SML More than 30 songwriters from Virginia and Nashville, Tennessee, will play concerts at various locations to raise money for the Central and Southwest Virginia Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. lyricsonthelake. com
ANNUAL SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA ANTIQUE FARM DAYS
June 14-16 Franklin County Recreation Park, Rocky Mount Presented by the Southwest Virginia Antique Power Festival Inc., this three-day event features a working 1915 steam engine, tractor parades, draft horse pull, antique tractor pull, lawn mower pull, chainsaw and crosscut competitions, sawmilling, rock crushing, flea market, live music and children’s activities. General admission is $6 (children younger than 12 admitted free). 540-420-4172, svapf.org
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SML Antique & Classic Boat Show And Festival
June 15 Booker T. Washington National Monument, Hardy Juneteenth is a showcase event that commemorates the announcement of the abolition of slavery. The free event features gospel music, park tours, activities for children, living history demonstrations, food vendors and more. 11 a.m. 540-721-2094, nps.gov/bowa
WALK TO END POVERTY
Sept. 14 SML State Park, Huddleston The eighth annual event starts at 9:15 a.m. with check-in (walk begins at 10 a.m.). Join a team or create one of your own. Proceeds benefit Lake Christian Ministries, which serves Bedford, Franklin and Pittsylvania counties. lakechristianministries.org
When: Sept. 14, 10 a.m - 4 p.m. Where: Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center, Huddleston Now in its 29th year, antique and classic boat enthusiasts share their vessels with the public. Craft and food vendors, activities for children and more. Free (donations are accepted for area charities). 540-352-8653, woodenboats.net
STEEL DRUM CONCERT
June 16 W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center, Wirtz Music from the islands with performances by the SML Steel Drum Band, SML Parrot Pan and Toucan Pan Bands. Bring food, beverages and chairs. The event will be held under a pavilion, rain or shine. 3 p.m. $10 tickets at the door. 540-721-7222, skelton4h.org
SML ANTIQUE & CLASSIC BOAT SHOW AND FESTIVAL
Sept. 14 Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center, Huddleston Now in its 29th year, antique and classic boat enthusiasts share their vessels with the public. Craft and food vendors, activities for children and more. Free (donations are accepted for area charities). 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 540-352-8653, woodenboats.net
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June 30 Downtown Moneta An Independence Day celebration with fireworks, food, an adult beverage garden, kids’ activities and live music by The Worx. Music runs from 6 to 10 p.m. followed by fireworks. $10 per person (children 10 and younger admitted free). All proceeds benefit Moneta Volunteer Fire Department.
FRANKLIN COUNTY AGRICULTURAL FAIR
Sept. 18-21 Franklin County Recreation Park, Rocky Mount A four-day extravaganza featuring a carnival midway with mechanical rides, a Ferris wheel, games and concessions. The fair also will include competitive exhibits, tractor shows, an open horse show, a clown show, live music and more. Admission ranges from $2 to $5. 540-483-3030, fcagfair.com
fireworks start at 10 p.m. The event is a fundraiser for Saunders Volunteer Fire Company. If coming by boat, remember this is a no-wake event. 540-297-4412, smlfireworks.org
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SML PIRATE DAYS
BEDFORD COUNTY FAIR
July 17-21 Businesses around SML Lake-area stores and restaurants offer pirate-themed events, specials and sales throughout the weekend. Organized by the SML Regional Chamber of Commerce. 540721-1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com
SML FIREWORKS
July 4 Parkway Marina, Huddleston A family-friendly holiday tradition featuring food, live music, rides for the kids and fireworks after dark. Gates open at 3 p.m.,
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Sept. 26-29 Glenwood Center, Huddleston Midway rides, live music, artisan vendors, competitions, food and animals. Specific days will feature equine demonstrations, a youth livestock show and an antique car show.
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Old Virginia Christmas When: Dec. 7 Where: Booker T. Washington National Monument Guided lantern tours, volunteers in period costume, music and holiday refreshments highlight this free, family-friendly annual event. 540-721-2094, nps. gov/bowa
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SML WINE FESTIVAL
Sept. 28 & 29 Crazy Horse Campground, Moneta Now in its 31st year, the SML Wine Festival will feature 27 Virginia wineries, 85 artisan, craft and food vendors and live music. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Advance tickets for tasters and non-tasters available online. 540721-1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com
October SML FALL FIT FEST
Oct. 5 Westlake Towne Center, Hardy Festivalgoers are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs. 11 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Franklin County Family YMCA’s SML location. 540-721-9622, smlfallfitfest.com
SML CHARITY HOME TOUR
Oct. 11-13 Smith Mountain Lake area homes Waterfront homes with distinctive architecture, landscaping and interior design will be open for tours to the public to benefit lake-area charities. All homes are accessible by water and by road. Tickets are valid for all three days. 540-297-8687, smlcharityhometour.com
A NITE AT THE RACES
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The Rotary Club of Smith Mountain Lake’s annual fundraiser features dinner, a hat parade, horse racing and loads of fun. 540719-1547, smlrotary.com
SMAC ART SHOW
Oct. 25-27 Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Moneta Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the art show features regional artists in categories, including oils, acrylics, watercolors, mixed media and other such as pastel pencil, stained glass and sculpture. smithmountainartscouncil.com
November SML FALL CHILI AND CRAFT FESTIVAL
Nov. 2 Bridgewater Plaza, Moneta This festival features a competitive chili cook-off with awards presented in the categories of Best Chili, People’s Choice and Showmanship. The family-friendly event includes chili tasting, craft vendors, live music and other Bridgewater Plaza attractions from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5. Sponsored by the SML Regional Chamber of Commerce. 540-721-1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com
HARVEST TIME
Nov. 2 Booker T. Washington National Monument, Hardy Guided lantern tours, volunteers in period
costume, music and holiday refreshments highlight this free, family-friendly annual event. 540-721-2094, nps.gov/bowa
December ROCKY MOUNT CHRISTMAS PARADE
Dec. 1 Downtown Rocky Mount Annual Christmas parade with floats, marching bands and Santa Claus. Parade starts at 3 p.m.
WESTLAKE TREE LIGHTING AND HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Dec. 6 Westlake Towne Center, Hardy This free, family-oriented event will feature live music, light refreshments, tree lighting and photo opportunity with Santa. Toys will be collected for We Care of Franklin County. 5:30 to 8 p.m. with tree lighting at approximately 7:30 p.m. 540-721-5388, westlaketownecenter.com
OLD VIRGINIA CHRISTMAS
Dec. 7 Booker T. Washington National Monument, Hardy Guided lantern tours, volunteers in period costume, music and holiday refreshments highlight this free, family-friendly annual event. 540-721-2094, nps.gov/bowa
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shop Find a lake keepsake. Getting out on the water isn’t the only adventure awaiting you when you come to Smith Mountain Lake. There are a number of retail stores to find that perfect souvenir for yourself or a memento for a loved one. Whether it’s a picture frame or a bottle of wine from a local vineyard, the lake has it all. The maps on pages 46-47 will help guide you through these “shopopportunities.”
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Clothing & Accessories w Bridgewater Sportswear, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 9, Moneta, 540721-1040. bridgewaterplaza.com. Casual clothing, swimsuits, SML T-shirts, sweatshirts and accessories for men, women and children. Channel marker: R28.
uw Comfort And Joy, 16483 Moneta Road, Suite H, Moneta, 540-297-3406. Clothing, accessories, shabby chic furniture, gifts, handmade pillows and throws. v Goodwill Industries of the Valley, 13697 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 100, Moneta, 540-719-1503. goodwillindustries.com. Thrift store offering discount used clothing, shoes, accessories and home decor items. u Jolly Jen Photography, 6675 B.T.
u The Little Gallery, 16430 B.T.
Early Hwy., Wirtz, 540-890-8364. pacabellafarmalpacas.com. Organic handfelted soaps, lotions and body washes, hats, scarves, socks, gloves and pashminas made from 100 percent baby alpaca fiber.
Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-521-1378. jollyjenphotography.com. Professional photography services, production and framing for families, maternity, babies, high school seniors, special events, commercial.
Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-7211596. thelittlegallerysml.com. Art gallery featuring fine art from more than 200 artists, handcrafted pottery, glass, jewelry and more, made in the USA. Channel marker: R28.
The Southern Goat Boutique, 40 Village
SER Art Stained Glass, 16483 Moneta
Pacabella Farm Alpacas, 1799 Jubal
Springs Drive, Hardy, 540-719-1191. On Facebook. Trendy women’s clothing, jewelry, home decor, custom florals.
U.S. Alpaca Company, 13105 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-719-1083. usalpacacompany.com. Open daily. Unique clothing, gifts and organic products from U.S., Peru and Ireland.
Road, Unit D, Moneta, 540-769-9719. serartstainedglass.com. A full-service stained glass studio; concept, design, build, repair and restoration; mixed media art.
Studio Belle Visage, 3528 Hatchett Road, Penhook, 540-576-2451. studiobellevisage. com. Portrait and event photography in studio or on location.
vw Bridgewater Marina & Boat Rentals, 16410 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540721-1639. bwmarina.com. Lake-themed sportswear, shoes and accessories, SML souvenirs and snacks. Channel marker: R28.
CS ThreadZ, 12925 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 104B, Hardy, 540-565-0288, csthreadz.com. Smith Mountain Lake’s only quilt store. fabric, notions, long arm machine rentals, custom quilting, custom machine embroidery, classes and more.
Art Galleries & Shops Appalachian Images & Framing, 13029 N. Old Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-632-9599. On Facebook. Custom picture framing, handmade crafts and wood furniture. Art Visions Gallery and Studio, 130 Scruggs Road, Suite 215, Moneta, 540-798-0313. artvisionsstudio.blogspot.com. Art gallery by local artists; art classes and painting parties. v Artfully Framed at the Lake, 13699 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 202, Moneta, 540-721-1218. Custom picture framing and gallery featuring local artists.
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uv Gifts Ahoy, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 15, Moneta, 540-721-5303. giftsahoyfudge.com. Gifts ranging from jewelry, kids’ toys, home decor, Vera Bradley, Spartina 449, Tervis Tumblers, gourmet foods, truffles by Stacy’s Sweet Spot, personal care products from Thymes, Crabtree and Evelyn, and Naked Bee; a Simply Noelle boutique; Simply Southern and Lake Girl apparel; freshly made fudge. Channel marker: R28. u Homestead Creamery, 7254 B.T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-721-2045. Virginia-made foods and products, toys, T-shirts, dairy items, meats and produce. SMITHMOUNTAINLAKE.COM
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v Mama Ann’s Gifts & Goodies (formerly The General Store), 213 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-721-3009. On Facebook. Virginia-made foods and products, laser engraved items, gift baskets, fabric, SML T-shirts, coasters, totes, toys, quilts and books by local authors.
B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 800-858-4653. smithmtnlake.com. Buying and selling real estate throughout SML and surrounding areas since 1987. See ad on page 2.
Smith Mountain Flowers, 1100 Celebration Ave., Suite 214, Moneta, 540-297-6524. smithmountainflowers.net. Floral arrangements and gifts.
Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1880. blindsatsmithmountainlake.com. Blinds, shades, shutters, fabrics and solar window films.
vw The Cottage Gate, 84 Westlake Road,
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Suite 113, Hardy, 540-721-5622. Home decor, women’s boutique, seasonal gift items, popular brand items, jewelry, gourmet food snacks, toys and games.
Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina, 3619 Airport Road, Moneta, 540-297-7100. vadarecruises. com. Clothing and SML novelty items; cruise gift certificates. Channel marker: R6. VitaZen, 12787 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 103, Hardy, 540-721-9365. vitazen.net. Health and nutrition products, including skin and hair care items, vitamins, minerals, herbs, nutritional oils, super juices, sports nutrition, cleansing, homeopathic remedies, weightmanagement products, pet products, bath and body items, candles, organic coffee and tea; yoga studio and yoga gear.
White House Corner Store, 11674 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston, 540297-6857. SML souvenirs, beach towels and Emerson Creek pottery.
Home & Garden A Shade Brighter and Affordable Home Outlet, 1123 Celebration Ave., Suite 105, Moneta, 540-297-6440. On Facebook. Home decor, furniture, gift items, children’s items, pet products, clothing and accessories.
Antique Mall at Mayberry, 1170 Celebration Ave., Moneta, 540-297-7770. On Facebook. Antiques, art and repurposed furnishings. Aztec Rental, 14070 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1239. aztecrental.com. Rental of equipment for home and garden, power tools, automotive, weddings and events.
PJ Belle, Keller Williams, 13420 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-525-0134. pjatthelake.com. Seasoned real estate professional dedicated to putting clients first, to stay in constant communication throughout the buying and selling process.. See ad on page 35.
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Blinds and Beyond, 13860 B.T.
Budget blinds of roanoke, Serving Roanoke, Vinton, Hardy, 540-489-4897. budgetblinds.com/roanoke. Window treatments, including shutters, blinds, draperies, shades. Motorized options and dock shades. See ad on page 43.
u By Design Interiors, 12925 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 102, Hardy, 540-719-1432. bydesigninteriorsva.com. Residential and commercial interior design; flooring, cabinetry and countertops, lighting, furniture, window treatments, decor; design consultation. See ad on page 47. w Capps Home Building Center, 13700 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-2276. shopcapps.com. Building supply center offering a full range of products, including Christmas holiday gifts, wreaths and holiday lighting, grills and outdoor furniture.
David James Homes, 430 Firstwatch Drive, Moneta, 540-719-0181. davidjamescustomhomes.com. Specializing in building homes on their lots or their customers’ lots since 1995. See ad on page 30.
DeNeal’s Cabinets, 400 Scruggs Road, Suite 600, Moneta, 540-721-1752. denealscabinets. com. Sales, service and installation of residential and commercial cabinets and countertops. v Designer Solutions Inc., 13699 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 204, Moneta, 540-719-1266. designersolutionsinc.com. Full-service interior design for residential and commercial offering flooring and floor coverings, cabinets, accessories, window treatments, plumbing and lighting gallery and more. Cash and carry items available. Diamond Hill General Store and Garden Center, 1017 Diamond Hill Road, Moneta, 540-2979309. diamondhillgeneralstore.net. Country store offering gift and home decor items, locally made items, wine shop, garden center (540-297-7009) and deli; live Christmas trees and wreaths.
Emerson Creek Pottery, 1068 Pottery Lane, Bedford, 540-297-7884. emersoncreekpottery. com. Factory outlet; Handmade and painted pottery made on-site; personalized options. See ad on page 47.
sml shop Envisions Distinctive Interiors, 7195 B.T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-719-1500. On Facebook. Flooring and tile, specialty shower tile and kitchen backsplash design, custom window treatments and blinds, upholstery, custom area rug sizing, lighting, furniture.
LAKE RETREAT PROPERTIES, 6760 White House Road, Huddleston, 540-297-6002. lakeretreat.com. Waterfront homes and lots, commercial and residential real estate sales, vacation rentals. See ad on page 50 and 55.
Fabulous Finds, 361 Scruggs Road, Moneta,
Lakescapes Nursery, 11509 Old Franklin
540-719-0670. On Facebook. Vintage, antique and eclectic items.
Grand Home Furnishings Outlet, 71 Parkcrest Drive, Hardy, 540-721-2227. grandhomefurnishings.com. Home furnishings retailer offering collections for every room, entertainment pieces, children’s furniture, outdoor items and mattress sets. Open Thursday to Sunday.
jane sullivan-horne, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES Smith mountain lake real estate, 13247 B.T.
Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-493-1690. janeatthelake.com. Longtime lake resident and real estate professional for more than 30 years. See ad on back cover.
w Interiors By Kris, 13161 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-8354. interiorsbykris. com. Residential and commercial interior design; flooring, wallpaper, furnishings, accessories, fabrics, window treatments, blinds and fine art.
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Tpke., Union Hall, 540-576-2781. info@ lakescapesnursery.com. Full-service landscaping services; nursery with wide range of pottery, plants and trees.
marine supplies; erosion control; culvert pipe; power equipment.
P.A.C. Interiors, 56 Firstwatch Drive, Suite 103, Moneta, 540-719-0001. pacinteriors. com. Interior design services, home interior products, including flooring, fabrics, lighting, furniture, outdoor items, wallcoverings and fixtures. Print-n-Paper, 70 Scruggs Road, Suite 104, Moneta, 540-719-7277. printnpaper.com. Office supplies, invitations, cards, business services and specialty printing.
vicki millehan & debbie shelton, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES Smith mountain lake real estate, 13247
Queen Bee Consignments, 12126 Old
B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-5202401, vickislakehomes.com (Vicki Millehan), 540-797-3177, debbieshelton.com (Debbie Shelton). See ad on page 3.
Franklin Tpke., Union Hall, 540-576-1568, On Facebook. A 9,000-square-foot home decor store offering upscale resale furniture and accessories. “It doesn’t have to ‘bee’ new to ‘bee’ awesome!”
Dana Montgomery, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES Smith mountain lake real estate, 13247 B.T.
w Reclaimed, 14176 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-719-1670. On Facebook. Vintage, antique and eclectic items.
Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-314-1798. danamontgomery.com. A real estate professional who treats clients like family, building relationships through honesty, integrity and trust. See ad on page 52.
Moneta Farm & Home Center, 11739 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-297-5558. monetafhc. com. Hardware, paint, plumbing, electrical; lawn and garden; irrigation; fencing; pet, equine; pressure treated lumber; dock and
rsi rentals inc., 16525 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-9797. rsirentals. com. Specializing in rentals of waterfront vacation homes ranging from 1 to 6 bedrooms. See ad on page 51.
Genie Rust, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate, 13247 B.T. Washington Hwy.,
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Moneta, 540-529-3575. genierust.com. A real estate professional with in-depth market knowledge to provide information on local trends, activities and pricing. See ad on page 51.
Smith Mountain Building Supply, 13080 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-3453. smithmountainbuilding.com. Building supply center offering a full range of building products, including hardware, paint, lumber, tools, doors and windows.
SML Discovery Shop, 400 Scruggs Road, Suite
Personal assistance to find the right interior or exterior solutions for your window covering needs.
500, Moneta, 540-721-0050. cancer.org. Donated home furnishings, furniture, art and collectibles, appliances, sporting goods, jewelry, books and music; sales benefit American Cancer Society.
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The Cabinet Gallery, 66 Builders Pride Way, Hardy, 540-719-0128. cabinetgallerysml.com. Custom designed cabinetry, countertops and custom closets.
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The Gilded Lion, 7317 Old Franklin Tpke., Glade Hill, 540-589-7662. On Facebook. Gifts and embellishments for home and garden.
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Jada Turner, BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES Smith mountain lake real estate, 13247 B.T. Washington Hwy.,
Moneta, 540-263-0202. jadaturnerrealtor. com. An experienced, professional real estate agent who offers invaluable market information and priceless advice. See ad on page 45.
Willow Tree Nursery Inc., 300 Old Mountain Road, Penhook, 540-576-3031. willowtreesml.com. Full-service garden center offering landscape design, annuals, perennials, herbs, shrubs and trees; garden items, including pottery, wind chimes, hayracks and hummingbird feeders.
Member One Federal Credit Union,
12975 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 800666-8811. memberonefcu.com. Serving the community for nearly 80 years with membership of nearly 100,000 and growing. See ad on page 23.
Westlake Automotive, 13720 B.T.
Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-0700. westlakeautomotive.com. Full-service automotive repair garage. See ad on page 30.
Arthur’s Jewelry, 111 N. Bridge St., Bedford, 540-586-8034. arthursjewelry.com. Fullservice jeweler; engagement and wedding rings, diamond anniversary rings, watches, fashion jewelry or engraving or repairs. Carter’s Fine Jewelers and Gifts, 400 Old Franklin Tpke., Suite 117, Rocky Mount, 540483-0779. On Facebook, cartersjewelers.com. Full-service jeweler; diamonds, gold, sterling, colored stones, full-service jewelry repair, giftware and clothing boutique. u Haywood’s Jewelers, Westlake, 13020 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-2210. haywoodsjewelers.com. All range of jewelry items, gems, bridal sets, giftware, watches, clocks, Pandora and other select designers; jewelry repair and appraisal.
Miscellaneous Absolute Collision, 95 Springlake Drive, Moneta, 540-721-4000. absolutesml.com. Auto collision repairs, claims assistance, written warranty, insurer-approved, ASE certified, 18-plus years experience. See ad on page 30.
721-3102. kroger.com. Full-service grocery store, beer/wine, pharmacy, deli, bakery and floral.
Sports & Outdoors Bay Rock Marina, 8360 Hardy Road, Hardy. Souvenirs and boating accessories. Channel marker: R87. w
Pharmacies & Groceries ABC Store, 12990 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-1750. Full-service liquor store.
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Benzer Pharmacy, 4860 Rucker Road, Suite 1, Moneta, 540-297-8640. benzerpharmacy. com. Full-service pharmacy, apothecary, free delivery, free flavoring and compounding. CVS Pharmacy, 12935 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-6169. cvs.com. Full-service pharmacy; vaccinations.
Dollar General Westlake: 90 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540352-3246. Scruggs: 2180 Bluewater Drive, Moneta, 540-912-4298.
Bayside Marina & Yacht Club,
500 Shoreline Circle, Moneta, 540-7213664. baysidemarinasml.com. Ships store, boat sales and service, slip rentals, pool membership. Channel marker: R26. See ad on page 28.
vw Bridgewater Marina & Boat Rentals, 16410 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540721-1639. bwmarina.com. Lake-oriented sportswear, shoes and accessories, sun and boating accessories, souvenirs, snack items, boat and water toy rentals. Channel marker: R28.
Crazy Horse Marina, 400 Crazy Horse Road, Moneta, 540-719-0620. crazyhorse-marina. com. Ships store with souvenirs and boating accessories. Channel marker: B10. Frayed Knot Bait and Tackle, 6432 Burnt
Eastlake: 14655 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540297-6143.
Chimney Road, Wirtz, 540-719-3004. On Facebook. Live bait and tackle, rod holders, new and used rods and reels.
Southlake: 12657 Old Franklin Tpke., Union Hall, 540-346-4578. dollargeneral.com. Bargain retail chain offering household goods, groceries, beauty products and more.
u Gills Creek Lodge & Marina, 790 Fox Chase Road, Wirtz, 540-721-2451. On Facebook. Boating toys, accessories, minnows and fishing gear. Channel marker: G2.
Food Lion, 14807 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-
Smith Mountain Wake Company, 16440 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-7219253. smwake.com. Wake and waterskiing equipment, swimwear, resort apparel, accessories and paddleboards. Channel marker: R28.
297-0323. foodlion.com. Full-service grocery store, deli, bakery, beer/wine and pharmacy.
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Carilion Clinic, Locations around Smith Mountain Lake, 800-422-8482. carilionclinic.org. Not-for-profit health care organization committed to a common purpose of better patient care, better community health and lower cost. See ads on page 33, 34 and 43. Faber CPA Firm, 85 Westlake Road, Hardy, 540-719-4600. lakecpa.com. Providing assistance in all tax, financial and business affairs to improve financial well-being. See ad on page 41.
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Clothing & Accessories 1. Bridgewater Sportswear 2. Comfort and Joy 3. Goodwill Industries of the Valley 4. Pacabella Farm Alpacas 5. The Southern Goat 6. U.S. Alpaca Company Art Galleries / Shops 7. Appalachian Images & Framing 8. Art Visions Gallery and Studio 9. Artfully Framed at the Lake 10. Jolly Je n Photography 11. SER Art Stained Glass 12. Studio Belle Visage 13. The Little Gallery Gift & Souvenir Shops 46
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14. Bridgewater Marina & Boat Rentals 15. CS ThreadZ 16. Gifts Ahoy 17. Homestead Creamery 18. Smith Mountain Flowers 19. The Cottage Gate 20. Mama Ann’s Gifts & Goodies 21. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina 22. VitaZen 23. White House Corner Store Home & Garden 24. A Shade Brighter/Affordable Home Outlet 25. Antique Mall at Mayberry 26. Aztec Rental 27. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices SML 28. Blinds and Beyond
29. Budget Blinds of Roanoke 30. By Design Interiors 31. Capps Home Building Center 32. David James Homes 33. DeNeal’s Cabinets 34. Designer Solutions Inc. 35. Diamond Hill General Store & Garden Center 36. Emerson Creek Pottery 37. Fabulous Finds 38. Envisions Distinctive Interiors 39. Grand Home Furnishings Outlet 40. Jane Sullivan-Horne, Realtor 41. Interiors By Kris 42. Lake Retreat Properties 43. Lakescapes Nursery 46. Vicki Millehan & Debbie Shelton, Realtors 47. Moneta Farm & Home Center
48. Dana Montgomery, Realtor 49. Queen Bee Consignments 50. P.A.C. Interiors 51. Print-n-Paper 52. Reclaimed 53. RSI Rentals 54. Smith Mountain Building Supply 55. SML Discovery Shop 56. The Cabinet Gallery 57. The Gilded Lion 58. Jada Turner, Realtor 59. Willow Tree Nursery Jewelry Stores 60. Arthur’s Jewelry 61. Carter’s Fine Jewelers and Gifts 62. Haywood’s Jewelers, Westlake
SML Marine Electronics & Outdoor Specialties,
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5200 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz, 540-7191549. On Facebook.com. Electronics store, hunting and fishing, marine equipment.
Smith Mountain Marine Service and Sales, 1737 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, 540315-2690 (sales), 540297-7692 (service). smithmountainmarineservice.com. Yearround boat sales and maintenance offering Bayliner Boats, Heyday Wake Boats, Berkshire Pontoons, EZ Loader Adjustable Trailers and Mercury/Mercruiser parts.
w The Westlake, 360 Chestnut Creek Drive, Hardy, 540-721-4214. golfthewestlake. com. Golf clubs, balls, apparel, shoes and accessories; gift certificates; player’s card for discount greens fees. Webster Marine Center, 1185 Mills Road, Moneta, 540-297-5228. webstermarine.com. Boat and personal watercraft sales and service, slip rentals, boating accessories. Channel marker: R28. See ad on page 21.
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Laker Media offers multiple ways for you to connect with lake restaurants and bars 365 days a year, including in the printed Laker Map and online at lakermap.com and smithmountainlake.com. For the most up-to-date news on restaurants and food around the lake, log onto smithmountainlake.com/restaurants
Pharmacy/Grocery/Spirits 63. ABC Store 64. Benzer Pharmacy 65. CVS 66. Dollar General – Westlake 67. Dollar General – Eastlake 68. Dollar General – Scruggs 69. Dollar General – Southlake 70. Food Lion 71. Kroger MISCELLANEOUS SERVICEs 72. Absolute Collision 73. Carilion Clinic 74. Faber CPA 75. Westlake Automotive
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76. Bay Rock Marina 77. Bayside Marina & Yacht Club 78. Bridgewater Marina 79. Crazy Horse Marina 80. Frayed Knot Bait and Tackle 81. Smith Mountain Wake Company 82. SML Marine Electronics & Outdoor Specialties 83. Smith Mountain Lake Marine Sales & Service 84. The Westlake 85. Webster Marine Center
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stay Get comfortable. Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or lucky enough to stay awhile, Smith Mountain Lake offers a range of accommodations, including bed and breakfast hideaways, hotels, resort suites, lakeside campgrounds and sprawling vacation rental homes. Use our detailed lodging guide as a starting point in your search or visit smithmountainlake.com/ lodging for more information.
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B e d & B r e a k fa s t I n n s Almost Home Angle Guest House
612 Longwood Ave., Bedford 215 Claiborne Ave., Rocky Mount
Bedford Landings
1995 Buccaneer Road, Moneta
Belle Garden Estate
1639 Poteet Road, Hardy
Cedar Pointe
216 Mountwood Drive, Huddleston
Early Inn at the Grove
50 Floyd Ave., Rocky Mount
The Claiborne House
185 Claiborne Ave., Rocky Mount
The Forget-Me-Not
733 Peaks St., Bedford
The Inn on Avenel
416 Avenel Ave., Bedford
Vanquility Acres
105 Angus Terrace, Bedford
540-488-4600 bedfordlandings.com 434-406-0574 bellegarden-estate.com 540-520-5868 cedarpointebandb.com 844-327-5946 earlyinn.com 540-457-0507 theclaibornehouseva.com 540-420-0703 forgetmenotbnb.com 540-586-5978 innonavenel.com 540-587-9113 vanquilityacresinn.com
Campgrounds 5625 Smith Mountain Road, Penhook 8131 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz 2056 Stone Mountain Road, Bedford 15335 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston
540-721-3866 blueridgecampground.com 540-297-5762, 540-297-5067 campkarmavirginia.com 540-297-7381 smleaglesroost.com
Halesford Harbour RV Park
1336 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta
540-297-9000 halesfordharbour.com
Mitchell’s Point Campground
3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston
4474 White House Road, Moneta
540-484-3980 mitchellspoint.com 540-297-6066 dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/ smi.shtml 540-296-0522 sweetwaterrvpark.com
200 McBride Lane, Gretna 1730 North Main St., Rocky Mount
434-656-9000 540-489-4000 wyndhamhotels.com/baymont
921 Blue Ridge Ave., Bedford
540-586-8286 daysinn.com/hotel/13119
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$53-$69/night
uGills Creek Marina and Lodge
790 Fox Chase Road, Wirtz
540-721-2451 gillscreekmarina.com
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Yes
Yes
$89-$129/night $395-$695/week
vHalesford Harbour Inn
1336 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta
540-297-9000 halesfordharbour.com
R28
25
Yes
Yes
Yes
$64-$170/night
Holiday Inn Express Rooms & Suites
395 Old Franklin Tpke, Rocky Mount
540-489-5001 hiexpress.com
NA
63
Yes
No
Yes
$95-$180/night
Arrowhead Campground LLC Blue Ridge Campground & Marina Camp Karma LLC Eagle’s Roost Campground
wSmith Mountain Lake State Park
Sweetwater RV Park
1235 State Park Road, Huddleston
540-420-7625
$20-$40/night $1,800-$2,800/year $35/night $2,500/year $25/night Call for rates
Hotels/Motels Camber Inn Baymont by Wyndham Days Inn
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16441 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540-721-5363 800-488-4516 parrotcove.com
Dock Privileges
Westlake Waterfront Inn
540-721-3383 lakeinnmotel.com 540-297-4100, ext. 1 smlvaca.com 540-721-3307 westlake-waterfront-inn.com
Pets
ML Hospitality
45 Enterprise Lane, Hardy 1037 Whitetail Drive, Huddleston 2050 Morewood Road, Hardy
Number of Units
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$750-$5,500/week
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26
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$60-$135/night
17
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$765-$3,100/week
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R28
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Landing Resort and Conference Center Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center
775 Ashmeade Road, Moneta
800-572-2048 bernardslanding.com
R11
50
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1-3 BR condos: $100-$300/night Homes/townhomes: $174-$345/night
1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston
540-297-4100, ext. 1 smlvaca.com
C6
100
Yes
Yes
Yes
$99-$325/night
775 Hermitage Road, Wirtz
540-721-2759 skelton4hcenter.org
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93
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$50-$100/night
Va c at i o n R e n ta l C o m pa n i e s By the Lake Vacation Rentals CB Rentals & Sales Lake & Land Property Rentals
16503 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta 1027 Waterwheel Drive, Moneta 17 Bridgewater Plaza, Smith Mountain Lake
LakeAway Vacation Rentals
111 Bay Terrace, Huddleston
Lake Retreat Properties, Inc.
6760 White House Road, Huddleston 16483 Moneta Road #M, Moneta
Lakeshore Rentals & Sales
540-425-0555 540-297-7000 cbrentals.com 540-589-3741 rentalsatthelake.com 434-953-6747 lakeaway.com 540-297-6002 lakeretreat.com 540-297-5610; 800-572-6098 lakeshorerentals.com
R28
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Varies
Yes
Varies
$80-$375/night $800-$2,700/week
R28
75
Varies
Yes
Varies
$900-$5,200/week
R28
5
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Varies
Varies
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R1
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Yes
Yes
Yes
$840-$3,300/week
NA
70
Varies
Yes
Varies
$480-$8,750/week
NA
60
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Yes
Varies
$100-$500/night $500-$2,500/week
Lake Retreat Properties Whether you are searching for a familyfriendly vacation getaway or you are looking to put down roots, work with someone who knows the area “like the back of her hand!” Lake native Jeanette Childress, along with her company, Lake Retreat Properties, can and will guide you in your home search. Come for a weekend, stay for a lifetime! To see our complete list of more than 70 vacation rentals or to view our waterfront and water access real estate listings, visit www.lakeretreat.com. Be sure to see our ad on page 55. 50
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BOAT RENTALS
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“A great family adventure is closer than you think!”
1.800.488.4516
www.ParrotCove.com
Located on Route 122 at Halesford Bridge
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Smith Mountain Lake Vacation Rentals
540.721.9797
16525 Booker T. Washington Hwy, Moneta, VA 24121 rsirentals.com • rentals@rsirentals.com
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P.O. Box 50, Huddleston 16525 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta 6732 White House Road. Huddleston
RSI Rentals, Inc. Smith Mountain Lake Vacation Rentals, Inc.
866-395-2038 lfvacations.com 540-297-4100, ext. 1 smlvaca.com 540-797-0460 smithmountainlakeproperties. org 540-721-9797 rsirentals.com 877-773-2452 smithmountainlakerentals.com
Wi-Fi
14807 Moneta Rd., Suite K Moneta 1037 Whitetail Drive, Huddleston
Dock Privileges
Long & Foster Vacation Rentals
Pets
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Phone/ Website
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Yes
Varies
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C6
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Yes
Yes
Yes
$700-$3,000/week
NA
26
Yes
Yes
Varies
$70-$600/night $850-$4,500/week
R28
60
Varies
Varies
Varies
$575-$4,500/week
NA
33
Varies
Yes
Varies
$500-$5,300/week
$150-$175/night $800-$1,200/week
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Va c at i o n R e n ta l s - I n d i v i d u a l H o m e s Cedar Key Cabins
1000 Cedar Key Lane, Huddleston
336-317-0229 336-454-3042 cedarkeycabins.com
R1
2 singlefamily cabins
Yes
Yes
Yes
Contentment Point
4331 Hales Ford Road, Moneta
540-425-4321 homeaway.com/218083
R28
4 BR home
No
Yes
Yes
Dream Come True
1141 Diane Drive, Moneta
336-337-0815
R20
4 BR home with loft
Yes
Yes
Yes
1023 Cedar Key Lane, Huddleston 1012 Cedar Key Lane, Huddleston
703-623-0463 smithmtnlakerentals.com 703-623-0463 smithmtnlakerentals.com
R1
2 BR cabin
Yes
Yes
Yes
R1
3 BR home
Yes
Yes
Yes
Enchanting Lakefront Cabin Elegant Home
540-314-1798 800-858-4653
danamontgomery.com
REALTOR® since 2003
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$220/night $1,495/week $395-$430/night $2,800-$3,900/week $225-$275/night $1,000-$1,600/week $325-$450/night $2,100-$2,800/week
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85 Woodbridge Cir., Moneta
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Bed-and-Breakfast Inns 1. Almost Home 2. Angle Guest House 3. Bedford Landings 4. Belle Garden Estate 5. Cedar Pointe 6. Early Inn at the Grove 7. The Forget-Me-Not 8. The Inn on Avenel 9. Vanquility Acres Campgrounds 10. Arrowhead Campground LLC 11. Blue Ridge Campground & Marina 54
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Camp Karma LLC Eagle’s Roost Campground Halesford Harbour RV Park Mitchell’s Point Campground Smith Mountain Lake State Park Sweetwater RV Park
Hotels/Motels 18. Camber Inn 19. Comfort Inn 20. Days Inn 21. Gills Creek Marina and Lodge 22. Halesford Harbour Inn 23. Holiday Inn Express Rooms & Suites
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24. Lake Inn 25. Westlake Waterfront Inn HouseboatS 26. Parrot Cove Boat Rentals & Sales RESORTS AND CONFERENCE CENTERS 27. Bernard’s Landing Resort and Conference Center 28. Mariners Landing Resort Community / Conference Center 29. W.E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center
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Vacation Rental Companies 30. By the Lake Vacation Rentals 31. CB Rentals & Sales 32. Lake & Land Property Rentals 33. LakeAway Vacation Properties 34. Lake Retreat Properties Inc. 35. Lakeshore Rentals & Sales 36. Long & Foster Vacation Rentals 37. ML Hospitality 38. Premier Vacation Rentals at SML 39. RSI Rentals Inc. 40. Smith Mountain Lake Vacation Rentals Inc.
sml stay Laker Media offers multiple ways for you to connect with lake restaurants and bars 365 days a year, including in the printed Laker Map and online at lakermap.com and smithmountainlake.com. For the most up-to-date news on restaurants and food around the lake, log onto smithmountainlake.com/restaurants
• AT AREA STORES • Kroger | Food Lion | White House Corner • AT WELCOME CENTERS • Smith Mountain Lake & Bedford • AT MARINAS • Mitchell’s Point | Parkway | VA Dare Since 1980...
Lake Retreat Properties, Inc. Vacation Rentals – INDIVIDUAL HOMES 41. Cedar Key Cabins 42. Contentment Point 43. Dream Comes True 44. Enchanting Lakefront Cabin 45. Elegant Home 46. Hickory Hollow Log Home 47. Parkway Marina 48. Silver Bay View Cottages 49. Smith Mountain Dock & Lodge 50. Spike’s Prime Time Fishin’
51. Spring Valley Cabins 52. The Fox Home 53. Wind Rentals
Personalized, Not Franchised! Let our team of SML natives personally help you find your lake retreat!
Jeanette M. Childress, Broker Wil Childress, Associate Broker
Bold listings are accessible by boat.
540-297-6002 www.lakeretreat.com
Call, Click or Come by!
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sml ESSENTIALS Facts to go with the fun. Whether you are a local, just moved here or are visiting for the first time, here is some basic information that can be helpful to have. We hope that your experience at Smith Mountain Lake is memorable and enjoyable. To help you stay up to date, visit smithmountainlake.com.
essentials
average air TEMPERATURES at SML
Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH): 434-455-6090, www.lynchburgva.gov/airport Smith Mountain Lake Airport (W91): 540-297-4859, smlairport.com
Altitude Smith Mountain: 2,038 feet Hales Ford Bridge: 820 feet Peaks of Otter - Sharp Top: 3,862 feet Peaks of Otter - Flat Top: 3,994 feet
Boating/Fishing/Hunting Licenses
Bus/Rail Amtrak (Roanoke and Lynchburg): 800-8727245, amtrak.com Greyhound: Roanoke - 540-343-5436; Lynchburg 800-231-2222, greyhound.com
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Chambers Of Commerce/ Visitor Centers
SHERIFF/non-emergency Bedford County: 540-586-4800 or 540-586-7827 Franklin County: 540-483-3000 Pittsylvania County: 434-656-6211
Public Schools
Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center: 540-721-1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com
Latitude & Longitude
Franklin County frco.k12.va.us, 540-483-5138
Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce: 540-5869401, bedfordareachamber.com
37.141078, -79.676324 N37°8.46468, W079°40.57944
Bedford Welcome Center: 877-447-3257, visitbedford.com
Local Government
Danville/Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce: 434-836-6990, dpchamber.org Franklin County Tourism: 540-483-3030, visitfranklincountyva.org Martinsville-Henry County Tourism: 888-722-3498, visitmartinsville.com Smith Mountain Dam Visitor Center: 540-985-2587, smithmtn.com SML State Park Visitor Center: 540-297-6066, dcr.virginia.gov
Department of Motor Vehicles 804-497-7100, dmvnow.com
Emergencies Police/Fire/Rescue: 911
Graphic Source: SOUTHERN REGIONAL CLIMATE CENTER
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Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Crime Line: 800-237-5712
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Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries Boating: 866-721-6911, dgif.virginia.gov
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Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): 540-362-1999, www.flyroa.com
d e g r e e s Fa h r e n h e i t
Airports
Bedford County: 540-586-7601, bedfordcountyva.gov Franklin County: 540-483-3030, franklincountyva. gov Pittsylvania County: 434-432-7700, pittsylvaniacountyva.gov
Private Schools Christian Heritage Academy chaknights.org, 540-483-5855 Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy smlca.org, 540-719-1192
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Bedford County bedford.sharpschool.net, 540-586-1045
Pittsylvania County www.pcs.k12.va.us, 434-432-2761
Public Libraries FRANKLIN COUNTY library.franklincountyva.org Main library, Rocky Mount: 540-483-3098 Westlake branch: 540-483-3098, ext. 2 BEDFORD COUNTY bplsonline.org Main library, Bedford: 540-586-8911 Moneta/Smith Mountain Lake branch: 540-4257004 PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY pcplib.org Main library, Chatham: 434-432-3271 Gretna branch: 434-656-2579
Water Level Appalachian Power Company 540-985-2767 aep.com/environment/conservation/hydro/
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Cities
Miles
Cities
Miles
Chicago, IL
700
Charleston, WV
225
Boston, MA
682
Washington, DC 215
Atlanta, GA
445
Charlotte, NC
190
Cincinnati, OH
460
Raleigh, NC
175
Nashville, TN
465
Richmond, VA
163
Pittsburgh, PA
390
Greensboro, NC
93
Philadelphia, PA 345
Lynchburg, VA
35
Baltimore, MD
272
Roanoke, VA
25
Norfolk, VA
254
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BUSINESS PAGE
Absolute Collision of SML
30
Bayside Marina
28
Vicki Millehan and Debbie Shelton, REALTORS
3
P.J. Belle, Keller Williams
35
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate
52
2
Dana Montgomery, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate
Budget Blinds
43
Parrot Cove
51
By Design Interiors
47
RSI Rentals
51
Genie Rust, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate
51
Carilion Clinic
33, 34, 43
David James Homes
30
Seven Oaks
Emerson Creek Pottery
47
Smith Mountain Boat Rentals
25
Faber CPA Firm
41
Glenda McDaniel, REALTOR
37
45
Hickory Hill Vineyards & Winery
14
Jada Turner, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate
Jane Sullivan Horne, REALTOR
60
Webster Marine Center
21
Westlake Automotive
30
Lake Retreat Properties Member One Federal Credit Union
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