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FEED YOUR FUN! There’s no shortage of food choices around the lake area or in the nearby towns of Bedford or Rocky Mount. Nearly two dozen eateries are accessible by boat or personal watercraft. In the off-season, many restaurants stay open to cater to locals looking for a bite to eat.
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Edo Grill & Sushi, 1035 Mercantile St., #104, Moneta, 540-297-6888. edogrillandsushisml.com. Fresh sushi, hibachi grill, extensive menu of Asian cuisine.
Peking Restaurant, 14807 Moneta Road, Suite I, Moneta, 540-296-0741. pekingchinesemoneta.com. Casual spot offering traditional Asian fare. 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. v 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, 540-297-9309. 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. Hawk’s Country Store & Deli, 1100 Celebration Ave., Moneta, 540-296-0975. Pulled pork, deli, sandwiches, burgers, picnic baskets. 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. Ice Cream Cottage, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #3, Moneta, 540-721-1305. bridgewaterplaza.com. Ice cream cones, sundaes and other frosty treats; hot dogs. Channel marker: R28.
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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. 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. My Way Bakery, 13423 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-719-0062. On Facebook. Cakes, cupcakes, sweet breads, candies, cookies.
vw Jake’s Place, 1041 Harbour Inn Lane, Moneta, 540-297-4732. jakesplacesml.com. Caribbean-themed waterfront dining; brick oven pizza, sandwiches, entrees; full bar with craft beer. Channel marker: R28. vw Mango’s Bar & Grill, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #20, Moneta, 540-721-1632. mangosbarandgrill.com. Dine in or out for fare with a tropical twist, including sandwiches, steaks, pasta and seafood; full bar. Channel marker: R28. 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.
Red Rock Store, 16463 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-297-4634. On Facebook. Deli and made-toorder food items, plus catering services.
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.
vw Smith Mountain Lake Coffee House, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta. 540346-2023. smlcoffeehouse.com. Specializing in coffee drinks, pastries and sandwiches.
Rocky Mount Burger Company, 467 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-456-2337. On Facebook. Serving fresh burgers, chicken wings, dozens of craft beers and classic brews.
Sweet Frog Smith Mountain Lake, 84 Westlake Road, Suite 104, Hardy, 540-5249191. On Facebook. Make a custom treat from a variety of frozen yogurt flavors and toppings.
The Mill Iron Grill, 10190 Stewartsville Road, Goodview, 540-890-4766. On Facebook. Burgers, barbecue, seafood, sandwiches, wraps, soups and salads.
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.
Bar & Grill 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. uw Hot Shots Bar & Grille 13360 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540719-1547. smlhotshots.com. Fun center with mini golf and outdoor pavilion. Live music and food specials. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 11
v Copper Cove Golf Club (formerly 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. uv Drifter’s, 1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, 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.
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Bedford Social Club, 124 S. Bridge St., Bedford, 540-586-9454. bedfordsocialclub.com. Steaks, seafood, full bar, dining in an elegant atmosphere. 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. Clam Diggers, 109 South Bridge St., Bedford, 540-587-6727. On Facebook. Local seafood restaurant, no fryers. Crab, scallops, shrimp, oysters and more. v Farmhouse Catering & Meals to Go, 13300 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-3308630. farmhousecateringmealstogo.com. FCD Moonshine, 25126 VIrgil H. Goode Hwy., Boones MIll, 540-334-1610. On Facebook. A full service bar, restaurant and distillery, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and signature cocktails. Franklin Restaurant, U.S. 220, Rocky Mount, 540-483-5601. On Facebook. Locally owned family restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; great for kids and groups; take-out available. v The Landing Restrauant, 1217 Graves Harbor Trail, Huddleston. 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: C6. Ippy’s Restaurant, 1760 N. Main St., Rocky Mount, 540-489-5600. ippysrestaurant.com. Steak, seafood, burgers, barbecue, sandwiches, salads, soups and more. 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. vw Napoli Cowboy, 6674 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz, 540-238-2142. On Facebook. Where the taste of Italy and Texas collide. vw Napoli by the Lake, 773 Ashmeade Road, Moneta, On Facebook. Where the taste of Italy and Texas collide.
v 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, 17555 Virgil H. Goode Hwy., Rocky Mount, 540-489-7884. On Facebook. Breakfast, home-style and homemade lunch specials daily. The Blackwater Cafe, 4730 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., 52 Firstwatch Drive, Moneta, 540-912-0116. thecopperkettleco.com. Family-friendly restaurant that serves old-fashioned, homecooked dishes like grandma used to make.
The Dam Grill, 6724 White House Road, Huddleston, 540-570-0710. On Facebook. Sandwiches, burgers, pizza.
Moneta, 540-297-8889. subway.com. Fast food specializing in deli subs and sandwiches, salads and wraps.
Tootie’s Smoothies + Toasts, 100 Retreat Lane, Huddleston. On Facebook. Smoothies and bowls, specialty toasts, superfoods. Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian-friendly.
Subway - Westlake, 13020 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-7827. subway. com. Fast food specializing in deli subs and sandwiches, salads and wraps.
Town Kitchen and Provisions, 309 Bridge St., Bedford, 540-586-0321. townkitchenprovisions. com. All day cafe featuring sandwiches, daily specials, espresso drinks, beer and wine.
Subway, 14640 Stewartsville Road, Moneta, 540-297-3712. subway.com. Fast food specializing in deli subs, sandwiches, salads and wraps.
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Wendy’s, 12890 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-5000. wendys.com. Fast food specializing in traditional American grill; burgers, chicken sandwiches; no breakfast items.
BoJangles’, 49 Lakewatch Center Drive, Moneta, 540-719-2248. bojangles.com. Fast food specializing in Southern favorites. Dairy Queen - Westlake, 520 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-721-7541. dairyqueen.com/ us-en/store-details/693. Fast food specializing in ice cream and frozen desserts with regular food menu. Subway - Eastlake, 14807 Moneta Road,
Italian 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.
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Domino’s Pizza, 62 Firstwatch Drive, Moneta, 540-215-0500. dominos.com. Carryout or delivery pizza and other Italian selections. 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. Hema’s Italian Restaurant and Pizza, 115 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-483-2713. On Facebook. Italian, family-style restaurant. w 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. Lago Pizza, 14807 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540297-5353. On Facebook. Dine-in or take-out pizzeria; specialty pizzas, stromboli, calzones, salads. New York Pizza, 13314 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-4880. Dine-in or take-out pizzeria; specialty pizzas, subs, salads. Papa John’s, 13423 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-912-4714. papajohns.com. Takeout delivery chain offering classic and specialty
pizzas, wings and breadsticks, plus desserts. 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. Villa Nova‘s Curbside Cucina, 7195 B.T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 434-390-4440. On Facebook. A 30-foot, New York-style pizzeria on wheels. u 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, 540-7192884. smlcancun.com. Mexican fare served in a casual, family friendly atmosphere; full bar; indoor and outdoor seating. v El Rio, 400 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-719-1594. elriomxgrill.com. Mexican grill and cantina. w 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.
540-576-2838. Casual diner serving Southernstyle menu items for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 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. 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. 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. vw 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. uw 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. Nauti MO’s Grill, 16700 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-986-5473. On Facebook. Offering barbecue, hotdogs and hamburgers.
Los Amigos Bar & Grill, 404 Crazy Horse Drive, Moneta, 540-912-0221. losamigosmarina.com. Organic and non-GMO Latin American cuisine. Channel marker: B11.
Redwood Express Mart, 3362 Old Franklin Tpke., Glade Hill, 540-483-4283. On Facebook. Offering a deli, convenience items and fuel.
Mexico Viejo at Penhook, 3585 Smith Mountain Road, Penhook, 540-719-1000. On Facebook. Mexican fare served in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere; full bar.
The Dock at SML, 300 Locust Lane, Penhook, 540-565-0222. On Facebook. Lakeside grill serving breakfast and lunch; biscuits, hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, barbecue, salads. Channel marker: R6.
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,
Whistle Stop, 11729 Old Franklin Tpke., 540-576-1390. 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.
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Beer & Wine 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.
Breweries Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, 434-258-8761. endofbadbeer.com. Tasting room, events, sales. Beale’s Brewery, 510 Grove St., Bedford, 540-583-5113. 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. Chaos Mountain Brewery, 3135 Dillons Mill Road, Callaway, 540-334-1600. chaosmountainbrewing.com. Local, handcrafted beer; tasting room, events and merchandise. Deschutes Brewery Roanoke Tasting Room, 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. 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. Golden Cactus Brewing, 214 5th St., SW, Roanoke, 540-556-3071. goldencactusbrewing. com. Specialty craft beer brewed daily with a
new type of beer in each batch. 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. 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. Starr Hill Pilot Brewery and Side Stage, 6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke, 540-6852012. 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. threenotchdbrewing.com. Flagship and seasonal beers, as well as locally-sourced, beerinfused dishes designed to compliment the season and what’s on tap.
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Twin Creeks Brewing Company, 111 S. Pollard St., Vinton, 540-265-8062. twincreeksbrewing. com. Microbrewery offering craft beers and tasting room.
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.
Twisted Track Brewpub, 523 Shenandoah Ave. N.W., Roanoke. On Facebook. Locally owned and operated brewpub, serving crafted brews and foods made on site.
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.
Distilleries Twin Creeks Distillery Store & Tasting Room, 510 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-6275046. twincreeksdistillery.com. Handcrafted whiskey using local ingredients and grains and age-old distilling methods passed down from generations.
Wineries Altillo Vineyards, 620 Level Run Road, Hurt, 434-324-4160. altillovineyards.com. Family-
w Brooks Mill Winery, 6221 Brooks Mill Road, Wirtz, 540-721-5215. brooksmillwine. com. Tastings of locally produced fruit wine, gift shop. u Chateau Morrisette Winery, 287 Winery 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.
Fincastle Vineyard and Winery, 203 Maple Ridge 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. v Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery, 1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta, 540296-1393. smlwine.com. Wine tasting, gift shop, tours, scenic picnic area, music series. Available for parties, weddings. Leo Grande Vineyards and Winery, 1343 Wingfield Drive, Goode, 540-586-4066. On Facebook. Tastings of locally produced wine. 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. 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. 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.
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Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Road, Huddleston, 540-2976066. 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 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. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina, 3619 Airport Road, Moneta, 540-297-7100. vadarecruises. com. Lunch, dinner and sightseeing cruises aboard a replica 19th-century sidewheeler. Channel marker: R21. Why Knot Boat SML, 540-692-6311. whyknotboatsml.com. Chaffeured full- and half-day tours, as well as music and hourly tours with captain Austin Bailey.
Boat rentals & sales All Seasons Marine, 11568 Smith Mountain Lake Parkway, Huddleston, 540-297-7943. allseasonsboats.com. Sales and service of boats and motors. Angler’s Choice Boat Superstore, 6771 A.L. Philpott Hwy., Martinsville, 276-632-5600. anglerschoicemarine.com. Sales and service of boats and motors. Bay Rock Marina, 8360 Hardy Road, Hardy, 540-890-2194. Boat rentals and sales; fullservice marina. Channel marker: R87. Bayside Marina & Yacht Club, 500 Shoreline Circle, Moneta, 540-721-3664. baysidemarinasml.com. Boat sales; full-service marina. Channel marker: R26.
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Bernard’s Boat Rental, 775 Ashmeade Road, Moneta, 540-721-7800. bwmarina.com. Rental of a variety of boats, PWCs and water toys. Channel marker: R11. Bittinger Marine Center, 190 Lakewood 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. u Bridgewater Marina & Boat Rentals, 16410 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1639. bwmarina.com. Rental of a variety of boats, PWCs and water toys; full-service marina; retail store. Channel marker: R28. 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. Conrad Brothers Marine, 13660 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-5017. conradbrothers.com. Sales of new and used boats. Crazy Horse Marina, 400 Crazy Horse Drive, Moneta, 540-719-0620. crazyhorse-marina. com. Rental of kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, inflatables and boat slips. Full-service marina, restaurant on site. Channel marker: B10. w Crystal Shores Marina, 1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, 540-297-1888. crystalshoresmarinaresort.com. Boat slip rentals; full-service marina; restaurant on site. Channel marker: R27. Gills Creek Marina & Lodge, 790 Fox Chase Road, Wirtz, 540-721-2451. gillscreekmarina. com. Full-service marina and store; gas; boat rentals; boat slip rentals. Channel marker: G2. Halesford Harbour Boat Rentals, 1043 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta, 540-238-5606.
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. w Magnum Boating, 16700 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-719-2427. magnumboating. com. Sales of new and used boats. Channel marker: R28. w Magnum Boating at Indian Pointe Marina, 2031 Morewood Road, Hardy, 540719-2427. 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. Smith Mountain Boat, 167 Morgans Fork Road, Penhook, 540-576-2755. smboatandtackle.com. Sales of new and used boats, boating and fishing gear. 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.
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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.
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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. 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. 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, 540-297-7888. marinerslandinggolf.com. 18hole championship course; pro shop, driving range, snack bar. Channel marker: C6. Copper Cove Golf Club (formerly The Westlake), 360 Chestnut Creek Drive, Moneta, 540-721-4214. golfthewestlake. com. 18-hole championship course; pro shop, driving range, bar and grill.
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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.
blueridgeinstitute.org. Rotating gallery of exhibits featuring local customs, music, crafts and art.
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.
Booker T. Washington National Monument, 12130 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-2094. nps.gov/bowa. National park dedicated to famed educator, orator and presidential advisor Booker T. Washington; walking trails, animals, living history events.
Blue Ridge Institute & Museum, 20 Museum Drive, Ferrum, 540-365-4416.
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.
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Waterfront Property Total Sales
Condominiums / Townhomes
Water Access Homes
132
328
Waterfront Lots
107
184
List to Sales Price
100%
100%
99%
89%
Sold Price / Sq. Ft.
$291.06
$259.13
149.92
Average Days on Market
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31
45
611
Currently Active
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101
Currently Pending
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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.
Mini Golf Harbortown Mini-Golf, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., #13, Moneta, 540-8141613. bridgewaterplaza.com. Miniature golf experience over the water. Channel marker: R28. uw HoT SHoTS BAr & GrillE 13360 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540719-1547. smlhotshots.com. Fun center with mini golf and outdoor pavilion. Live music and food specials. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 11
Miscellaneous A Goode View Alpaca Farm, Boutique & Gift Shop, 1473 Heathwood Drive, Goode, 540-586-4732. agoodeviewalpacafarm.com. A full-service, 15-acre alpaca farm and farm store with a variety of products and apparel. Free farm tours.
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.
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.
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.
Bedford landings Air Tours, 1995 Buccaneer Road, Moneta, 540-588-4858. smlairtours.com. Sightseeing flights and tours. Channel marker: R20.
w Smith Mountain Dam Visitor’s Center, 2072 Ford Road, Sandy Level, 540-985-2587. smithmtn.com. Exhibits and audio-visual presentation on how the dam was built and how it produces electricity. Channel marker: R1. 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 internationally-renowned 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, groundbreaking scientific research and educational programs for all ages.
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. 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. v Harvester Performance Center, 450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount, 540-484-8277. harvester-music.com. Mid-size music venue featuring live performances by regional and national musicians in a variety of genres. 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, 540-3096884. 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.
Movie TheaTer 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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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
540-556-3170
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16525 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta 24121
800-388-9984 540-721-1175 smithmountainlakeboats.com
Dewayne Lamb
Guide service for striper and largemouth bass, with tackle shop on site
Capt. Tom’s Striper Guide Service
130 Hideaway Lane, Moneta 24121
540-855-4516 capttomsstriperguideservice.com
Tom Connor
Full- and half-day guide service that includes tackle, rods, reels, fuel, electronic equipment and your catch cleaned and packaged
Cats N’ Stripers Fishing Charters
Goodview, 24095
Travis Patsell
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Clint’s Smith Mountain Lake Striper Guide Service
2200 Old Salem School Road, Union Hall 24176 5714 Ferrum Mountain Road, Callaway 24067
540-521-8235 540-521-1710 captainbert.com 540-297-5650 540-874-4950 captaindalewilson.com
Daniel Berthiaume
Dale Wilson
P.O. Box 356, Rocky Mount 24151 Magnum Point Marina, Union Hall 24176
540-580-3487 catsnstripers.com 540-493-9660 smlstriperguide.com 540-420-6892 hambricksstriperguideservice.com 540-529-4955 hookedupcarterssml.com 540-493-9541 kennysstriperguideservice.com 304-520-2100 patriotfishingcharter.com
Point Runner’s Striper Guide Service
176 Caldwell Lane, Fishersville 22939
540-836-0145 pointrunners.com
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
434-665-6042 540-297-6898
John Goyne
Terry’s Guide Service
5188 Horseshoe Bend Road, Goodview 24095
540-309-3087
Captain Matt
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336 Indian Run Trail, Hardy 24101
540-797-2528 theshadtaxi.com
Todd Keith
SML Wicked Striper Guide Service
Ashmeade Road, Moneta
434-610-3255 On Facebook: SML Wicked Striper
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Near channel marker B10
540-493-8790 smlfishingguides.com 540-256-2571 rockfishadventures.com 844-347-4682 rockoncharters.net 540-246-4375 smlfishingcharters.com 540-297-5611 540-400-3465 spikesprimetimefishin.com
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Services Former NHL Goaltender and lifelong fisherman; holds SML striper record — 49.4 lbs Guide service for striped bass, crappie, largemouth and smallmouth bass, specializing in artificial lures
Providing charters for up to five anglers, 365 days a year Striper guide service, specializing in live bait Half or full day; striper or bass; two fully equipped boats Striper guide service, specializing in live bait. Often fishes upper Blackwater
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Striper fishing charter services on SML.
Travis Fitzgerald
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
Reel ’em In: StRIPeR FIShInG SML is a world-class destination for striper fishing. The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries limits striper catches to 2 per day. There is no length limit from June 1 to Oct. 31, though any striper between 30-40 inches must be released from Nov. 1 to May 31. All other bass is limited to 5 per day year-round, but only 2 maybe smaller than 14 inches. Other limits: Bluegill/Sunfish: 50/day; Catfish: 20/day; Crappie: 25/day; Muskellunge: 2/ day, 30 inches minimum; White Perch: No creel limit; Other non-game fish: 20/day.
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 Guided half- and full-day fishing trips; guided tour of the lake. see ad on page 22
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Bay Rock Marina
8360 Hardy Road, Hardy
(540) 890-2194 On Facebook
R87
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Bayside Marina & Yacht Club
500 Shoreline Circle, Moneta
540-721-3664 baysidemarinasml.com
R26
Mon-Fri 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sat 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
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16410 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
540-721-1639 bwmarina.com
R28
Sun-Thurs 8 a.m.-9 p.m., 3 3 3 3 Fri-Sat 8 a.m.-11 p.m.
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
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Private facility
Crazy Horse Marina
400 Crazy Horse Road, Moneta
540-719-0620 crazyhorse-marina.com
B10
Fri- Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun-Thurs 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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1617 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta
540-297-1888 crystalshoresmarinaresort. com
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19 Lumpkin Drive, Penhook
434-927-5150
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3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston
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1633 Moorman Road, Goodview
540-890-1656
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16918 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy., Huddleston
540-297-4412 parkwaymarina.com
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60 Marina Point Lane, Union Hall
540-576-2019 pelicanpointyachtclub.com
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300 Locust Lane, Penhook
540-565-0222 On Facebook
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3619 Airport Road, Moneta
540-297-7100 vadarecruises.com
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1229 Waterwheel Drive Office: 266 Rocky Shore Lane, Moneta
540-721-5668 waterwheelsml.com
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Bridgewater Sportswear, 16430 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 9, Moneta, 540-7211040. bridgewaterplaza.com. Casual clothing, swimsuits, SML T-shirts, sweatshirts and accessories for men, women and children. Channel marker: R28. Comfort And Joy, 400 Scruggs Road, Suite 800, Moneta, 540-297-3406. On Facebook. Clothing, accessories, shabby chic furniture, gifts, handmade pillows and throws. 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. Pacabella Farm Alpacas, 1799 Jubal 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. uw The Southern Goat Boutique, 40 Village Springs Drive, Hardy, 540-719-1191. On Facebook. Trendy women’s clothing, jewelry, home decor, custom florals. Harvest Moon Marketplace at SML, 14917 Moneta Road, Moneta. On Facebook. Open daily. Unique agri-marketplace with everything from natural fibers of alpaca to healthy and organic foods.
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Jolly Jen Photography, 6675 B.T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-521-1378. jollyjenphotography.com. Professional photography services, production and framing for families, maternity, babies, high school seniors, special events, commercial. Studio Belle Visage, 3528 Hatchett Road, Penhook, 540-576-2451. studiobellevisage. com. Portrait and event photography in studio or on location.
gifts & souvenirs u Bridgewater Marina & Boat Rentals, 16410 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1639. 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.
Appalachian Images & Framing, 13029 N. Old Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-632-9599. On Facebook. Custom picture framing, handmade crafts and wood furniture.
uw 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.
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.
Homestead Creamery, 7254 B.T. Washington Hwy., Wirtz, 540-721-2045. Virginia-made foods and products, toys, T-shirts, dairy items, meats and produce.
Artfully Framed at the Lake, 13699 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 202, Moneta, 540721-1218. Custom picture framing and gallery featuring local artists.
Mama Ann’s Gifts & Goodies, 213 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-721-3009. On Facebook. Laser-engraved gifts personalized while you wait, signature Virginia food items, gift baskets,
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SML nautical items, home decor, gifts for men, women and kids. Smith Mountain Flowers, 1100 Celebration Ave., Suite 214, Moneta, 540-297-6524. smithmountainflowers.net. Floral arrangements and gifts. The Cottage Gate, 84 Westlake Road, Suite 113, Hardy, 540-721-5622. Home decor, women’s boutique, seasonal gift items, popular brand items, jewelry, gourmet food snacks, toys and games. True Awakeningz, 130 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-719-8783. On Facebook. Organic teas, essential oils, T-shirts and more. 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. Amanda’s Florals & Antiques, 14116 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 563-564-7388. On Facebook. Furniture, antiques, floral designs, gifts. Antique Mall at Mayberry, 1170 Celebration Ave., Moneta, 540-297-7770. On Facebook. Antiques, art and repurposed furnishings.
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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.
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w beRkshiRe hAthAwAy homeseRvices smith mountAin lAke ReAl estAte 13247 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 800-8584653. smithmtnlake.com. Buying and selling real estate throughout SML and surrounding areas since 1987. See ad on page 2.
mJl Designs, 13161 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-8354. mjldsgn.com. Residential and commercial interior design; flooring, wallpaper, furnishings, accessories, fabrics, window treatments and more.
blinds and beyond, 13860 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1880. blindsatsmithmountainlake.com. Blinds, shades, shutters, fabrics and solar window films. 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. u by Design interiors, 12925 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 102, Hardy, 540-7191432. bydesigninteriorsva.com. Residential and commercial interior design; flooring, cabinetry and countertops, lighting, furniture, window treatments, decor; design consultation. u 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. mARgARet cRAye, ReAltoR, lifestyle AnD lAke ReAl estAte gRoup, eXp ReAlty, llc 13105 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite B1, Hardy. lifestyleandlake.com. Savvy, passionate real estate professional whose goal is to provide the highest level of service and dedication to clients. See ad on page 6. 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. Designer solutions inc., 13699 B.T. Washington Hwy., Suite 204, Moneta, 540-719-1266. designersolutionsinc.com.
lakescapes nursery, 11509 Old Franklin Tpke., Union Hall, 540-576-2781. info@ lakescapesnursery.com. Design/build outdoor environments, hardscape/landscape, property management, pottery, unique and inspiring retail garden center. glenDA mcDAniel, long & fosteR ReAl estAte 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.
16869 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540-7972247. thelakespecialist.com. Specializing in lakefront property and the surrounding countryside for more than 30 years. See ad
Diamond hill general store and garden center, 1017 Diamond Hill Road, Moneta, 540-297-9309. 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.
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emerson creek pottery, 1068 Pottery Lane, Bedford, 540-297-7884. emersoncreekpottery. com. Factory outlet; Handmade and painted pottery made on-site; personalized options. 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. fabulous finds, 361 Scruggs Road, Moneta, 540-719-0670. On Facebook. Vintage, antique and eclectic items. f&s building innovations, 2944 Orange Ave., Roanoke, 540-985-9160. fsfourseasons.com. Class A contractor with over 40 years experience, facilitating projects from design to completion.
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13247 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-520-2401, vickislakehomes.com (Vicki Millehan), 540-797-3177, debbieshelton. com (debbie Shelton). See ad on page 51. 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 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.
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Queen Bee Consignments, 12126 Old 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!” Reclaimed, 14176 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-719-1670. On Facebook. Vintage, antique and eclectic items. Smith Mountain Building Supply, 13080 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-7213453. 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 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. 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 21. 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.
Jewelry 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.
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Scruggs: 2180 Bluewater Drive, Moneta, 540-912-4298.
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.
Southlake: 12657 Old Franklin Tpke., Union Hall, 540-346-4578. dollargeneral.com. Bargain retail chain offering household goods, groceries, beauty products and more.
Miscellaneous 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. Conway Design, 607 Camellia Place, Moneta. 540-420-4108. conwaydesignsml.com. Registered architect, new homes, alterations, additions, light commercial, consultations. SmitH mountain Lake DentaL PraCtiCe 5 Westwind Road, Moneta, 540-721-3800. smithmountainlakedentalpractice.com. A full-service, privately-owned practice offering complete family-focused care with compassion. See Ad on pAge 3.
PharMacies & Groceries aBC Store, 12990 B.T. Washington Hwy., Hardy, 540-721-1750. Full-service liquor store. 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, 540-352-
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eastlake: 14655 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540297-6143.
Food Lion, 14807 Moneta Road, Moneta, 540297-0323. foodlion.com. Full-service grocery store, deli, bakery, beer/wine and pharmacy. kroger, 80 Westlake Road, Hardy, 540-7213102. 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. Bayside marina & Yacht Club, 500 Shoreline Circle, Moneta, 540-721-3664. baysidemarinasml.com. Ships store, boat sales and service, slip rentals, pool membership. Channel marker: R26.
u Bridgewater marina & Boat rentals, 16410 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-1639. 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, 540-7190620. crazyhorse-marina.com. Ships store with souvenirs and boating accessories. Channel marker: B10. See Ad on pAge 27 GiLLS Creek LoDGe & marina 790 Fox Chase Road, Wirtz, 540-721-2451. on Facebook. Boating toys, accessories, minnows and fishing gear. Channel marker: g2. See Ad on pAge 24 Sea tow - Smith mountain Lake, P.O. Box 6, Wirtz, 540-719-5555. seatow.com/local/ smithmountainlake. Marine assistance provider serving Smith Mountain Lake 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Smith mountain Wake Company, 16440 B.T. Washington Hwy., Moneta, 540-721-9253. smwake.com. Wake and waterskiing equipment, swimwear, resort apparel, accessories and paddleboards. Channel marker: R28. SmL marine electronics & outdoor Specialties, 5200 Burnt Chimney Road, Wirtz, 540-719-1549. On Facebook.com. Electronics store, hunting and fishing, marine equipment. Smith mountain marine Service and Sales, 1737 Crystal Shores Drive, Moneta, 540-315-2690 (sales), 540-297-7692 (service). smithmountainmarineservice.com. Year-round boat sales and maintenance offering Bayliner Boats, Heyday Wake Boats, Berkshire Pontoons, EZ Loader Adjustable Trailers and Mercury/ Mercruiser parts. Copper Cove Golf Club (formerly 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. u Webster marine Center, 1185 Mills Road, Moneta, 540-297-5228. webstermarine. com. Boat and personal watercraft sales and service, slip rentals, boating accessories.
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w Carter’s Fine Jewelers and Gifts, 400 Old Franklin Tpke., Suite 117, Rocky Mount, 540-483-0779. On Facebook, cartersjewelers. com. Full-service jeweler; diamonds, gold, sterling, colored stones, full-service jewelry repair, giftware and clothing boutique.
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$120-$200/night
NA
3 BR
No
NA
Yes
Call for prices
W1
2 BR suite
No
Yes
Yes
$150-$175/night
NA
5 BR or suites
No
No
Yes
$99-$189/night
NA
6 suites
No
No
No
Call or email for rates
NA
1 BR suite
No
No
No
$125/night
NA
4 BR
No
No
No
Call for prices
NA
2 BR suite plus 3 cottages
No
No
Yes
$125-$250/night
B1
140
Yes (most pets)
Yes
Yes
Varies; call for rates
G5
104
Yes
Yes
No
$35/night $2,500/year
NA
37
Yes
No
Yes
$25/night
R11
125+
Yes
Yes
No
Campgrounds Arrowhead Campground Inc. Blue Ridge Campground & Marina Camp Karma LLC Eagle’s Roost Campground Halesford Harbour RV Park Mitchell’s Point Campground Red Valley RV Park
5625 Smith Mountain Road, Penhook
540-420-7625
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
1336 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta
540-297-9000 halesfordharbour.com
R28
24 plus 1 lakeside cabin
Yes
Yes
Yes
$35-$75/night Call for long term rates
3553 Trading Post Road, Huddleston 575 Red Valley Road, Boones Mill
540-484-3980 mitchellspoint.com
C3
83
Yes
Yes
Yes
Annual lease
540-537-2675
NA
Call
No
No
No
Call for prices, availability
434-927-4198 smithmountaincampground.com
NA
1BR cabin, plus campsites
Yes
No
Yes
Call for prices, availability
R19
70
Yes
Yes
Varies
Campsites $20-$30/night See website for cabin rentals
Smith Mountain Campground
155 Liberty Road, Penhook
wSmith Mountain Lake
1235 State Park Road, Huddleston
State Park
Sweetwater RV Park
Camber Inn Baymont by Wyndham
Call for rates
4474 White House Road, Moneta
540-297-6066 dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/ smi.shtml 540-296-0522 sweetwaterrvpark.com
NA
24
Yes
No
No
$25-$45/night
200 McBride Lane, Gretna 1730 North Main St., Rocky Mount
Hotels/motels 434-656-9000 NA 540-489-4000 NA wyndhamhotels.com/baymont
81
No
No
Yes
Call for rates
61
Yes
No
Yes
$84-$110/night
Days Inn
921 Blue Ridge Ave., Bedford
540-586-8286 daysinn.com/hotel/13119
NA
75
Yes
No
Yes
$53-$69/night
Gills Creek Marina and Lodge
790 Fox Chase Road, Wirtz
540-721-2451 gillscreekmarina.com
G2
4
Yes
Yes
Yes
$89-$129/night $395-$695/week
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Business Name
Bed & Breakfasts • Campgrounds Hotels • motels • rentals
Channel Marker
Lodgings Guide
Lake Inn Motel ML Hospitality Westlake Waterfront Inn
Parrot Cove Boat Rentals & Sales
540-297-9000 halesfordharbour.com
395 Old Franklin Tpke, Rocky Mount 45 Enterprise Lane, Hardy 1037 Whitetail Drive, Huddleston 2050 Morewood Road, Hardy
540-489-5001 hiexpress.com 540-721-3383 lakeinnmotel.com 540-297-4100, ext. 1 smlvaca.com 540-721-3307 westlake-waterfront-inn.com
16441 Booker T. Washington Hwy., Moneta
Wi-fi
Holiday Inn Express Rooms & Suites
1336 Campers Paradise Trail, Moneta
DoCk Privileges
Halesford Harbour Inn
Address
Phone/ Website
Pets
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nuMber of units
40
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R28
25
Yes
Yes
Yes
$64-$170/night
NA
63
Yes
No
Yes
$95-$180/night
NA
60
Yes
No
Yes
$58-$86/night
NA
50
Varies
Yes
Varies
$750-$5,500/week
R37
26
No
Yes
Yes
$60-$135/night
17
No
Yes
Yes
$765-$3,100/week
Houseboats 540-721-5363 800-488-4516 R28 parrotcove.com
Rates (taxes not included)
ResoRts and ConfeRenCe CenteRs
Bernard’s
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
No
Yes
Yes
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
B40
93
No
No
Yes
$50-$100/night
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540.721.9797
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www.lppetresort.com 540-297-7200 info@lppetresort.com
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Vacation Rental companies 16503 B.T. Washington Hwy., 540-425-0555 R28 8 Moneta 1027 Waterwheel Drive, 540-297-7000 R28 75 Moneta cbrentals.com 17 Bridgewater Plaza, Smith 540-589-3741 R28 5 Mountain Lake rentalsatthelake.com 434-953-6747 111 Bay Terrace, Huddleston R1 6 lakeaway.com 6760 White House Road, 540-297-6002 NA 70 Huddleston lakeretreat.com 16483 Moneta Road #M, 540-297-5610; 800-572-6098 NA 60 Moneta lakeshorerentals.com 14807 Moneta Rd., Suite K 866-395-2038 NA 50 Moneta lfvacations.com 1037 Whitetail Drive, 540-297-4100, ext. 1 C6 60 Huddleston smlvaca.com P.O. Box 50, 540-797-0460 NA 26 Huddleston smithmountainlakeproperties.org 16525 B.T. Washington Hwy., 540-721-9797 R28 60 Moneta rsirentals.com 6732 White House Road. 877-773-2452 NA 33 Huddleston smithmountainlakerentals.com
Varies
Yes
Varies
$80-$375/night $800-$2,700/week
Varies
Yes
Varies
$900-$5,200/week
Pets
Wi-fi
By the Lake Vacation Rentals
Address
Phone/ Website
DoCk Privileges
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Business Name
nuMber of units
42
Bed & Breakfasts / campgrounds Hotels / motels / Rentals
Channel Marker
Lodgings Guide
Rates (taxes not included)
Varies Varies Varies
Visit website for rates
Yes
Yes
Yes
$840-$3,300/week
Varies
Yes
Varies
$480-$8,750/week
Varies
Yes
Varies
$100-$500/night $500-$2,500/week
Varies
Yes
Varies
$750-$5,500/week
Yes
Yes
Yes
$700-$3,000/week
Yes
Yes
Varies
$70-$600/night $850-$4,500/week
Varies Varies Varies
$575-$4,500/week
Varies
$500-$5,300/week
Yes
Varies
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Wi-fi
DoCk Privileges
Pets
nuMber of units
Address
Phone/ Website
Rates (taxes not included)
Vacation Rentals - indiVidual Homes 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
Enchanting Lakefront Cabin Elegant Home Fireweed Vacation Rentals Hickory Hollow Log Home Parkway Marina Silver Bay View Cottages Smith Mountain Dock & Lodge Spike’s Prime Time Fishin’ Spring Valley Cabins The Fox Home
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Vacation Rentals - indiVidual Homes cont. 1023 Cedar Key Lane, 703-623-0463 R1 2 BR cabin Yes Yes Huddleston smithmtnlakerentals.com 1012 Cedar Key Lane, 703-623-0463 R1 3 BR home Yes Yes Huddleston smithmtnlakerentals.com 804-310-7710 85 Woodbridge Cir., Moneta R11 1 No Yes fireweedvacationrentals.com 1564 Homeplace Road, 540-586-2238 NA 2 BR lodge No No Bedford affordablebedfordgetaways.com 16918 Smith Mountain Lake 540-297-4412 R8 2 No Yes Parkway, Huddleston parkwaymarina.com 111 Bay Terrace, 434-953-6747 R1 4 Yes Yes Huddleston silverbayview.com 300 Locust Lane, 540-565-0222 R6 8 Yes Yes Penhook petcarp.com 4067 Hales Ford Road, 540-297-5611 R30 2 Yes Yes Moneta spikesprimetimefishin.com 1190 Horseshoe Bend Road, 540-685-3249, 540-309-6884 NA 5 Yes No Moneta spgvalleyfarm.com 110 Water’s Edge Lane, homeaway.com/3935902 R27 4 BR home Varies Yes Moneta W1, 843-810-2076 R20, 3 homes No Yes Smith Mountain Lake windluxuryproperties.com C6
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$150-$175/night $800-$1,200/week $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 $225-$305/night $1,255-$1,670/week $100/night $600/week $129-$179/night $799-$979/week
Yes
$780-$3,150/week
No
$89-$150/night
Yes
$98-$338/night $800-$1,950/week
No
$75/night
No
$300 average per night
Yes
Call for rates
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Airports Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): 540-362-1999, www.flyroa.com
Smith Mountain Lake Airport (W91): 540-297-4859, smlairport.com
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Peaks of Otter - Flat Top: 3,994 feet
licenses
BoAting ViolAtions Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources Crime Line: 800-237-5712
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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emergencies Police/Fire/Rescue: 911 SHERIFF/non-emergency Bedford County: 540-586-4800 or 540-586-7827 Franklin County: 540-483-3000 Pittsylvania County: 434-656-6211
chAmBers of commerce/ Visitor centers Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center: 540-721-1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce: 540586-9401, bedfordareachamber.com Bedford Welcome Center: 877-447-3257, visitbedford.com 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
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locAl goVernment Bedford County: 540-586-7601, bedfordcountyva.gov Franklin County: 540-483-3030, franklincountyva.gov
Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy smlca.org, 540-719-1192
puBlic schools Bedford County bedford.sharpschool.net, 540-586-1045 Franklin County frco.k12.va.us, 540-483-5138 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: 540425-7004
Pittsylvania County: 434-432-7700, pittsylvaniacountyva.gov
Pittsylvania County pcplib.org Main library, Chatham: 434-432-3271 Gretna branch: 434-656-2579
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Christian Heritage Academy chaknights.org, 540-483-5855
Appalachian Power Company: 540-985-2767 aep.com/environment/conservation/hydro/
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Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH): 434-455-6090, www.lynchburgva.gov/airport
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