For many lake-home owners, life with dogs extends beyond the shoreline. Dogs not only relish a good swim but often accompany their owners on canoes, kayaks, or even pontoon boats. While most dog-friendly lakes welcome this partnership, safety is key. …
When you think of New York, what images come to mind? The Empire State Building? Times Square? Maybe you immediately imagine the Statue of Liberty of that famously gorgeous Manhattan skyline. Most people don’t associate the great outdoors with the …
In Virginia, Smith Mountain Lake is a big deal. Nestled in a valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, “The Jewel of the Blue Ridge” stretches across three rural counties in southwestern Virginia, including Bedford, Franklin and Pittsylvania. With 20,800 acres and …
For many people, “Florida” is synonymous with never-ending sunshine, dazzling beaches, crashing waves and crisp ocean air. However, many fail to acknowledge the Sunshine State’s best kept secret: its more than 30,000 lakes and lake communities. In Central Florida alone …
When it comes to showing visitors a good time, not all lakes were created equal. While some lake lovers prefer to flock to calmer waters for a laid-back day at the family cabin, others seek a more lively destination with …
Deemed “The Crown Jewel of the Carolinas” in a recent issue of AARP, The Magazine, Asheville, North Carolina is home to nearly 90,000 people and a bustling tourism scene. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville boasts a rich history, …
Just a few miles from Hot Springs, Arkansas, Lake Hamilton has a number of top attractions to entertain visitors year-round. Lake Hamilton was built in 1932, when the Arkansas Power and Light Company built a dam across the Ouachita River. Today, …
Smith Mountain Lake, known locally as “SML,” is the largest lake contained entirely in the state of Virginia. With beautiful waters and more than 500 miles of shoreline, the lake is more widely known as “The Jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains.” …
Moving to your summer vacation lake home is easy if you have the essentials you need. Be prepared and get organized to live conveniently at your lake home. Kitchen Spending quality time at your lake home means cooking utensils and …
In our journeys across the South visiting lakes and lake real estate agents in various states, one of the highlights of our travel is the opportunity to try local restaurants. These can be upscale establishments or tiny, “hole-in-the-wall” joints. We find these through online …
