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TAKE THE PLUNGE!

TAKE THE PLUNGE!

Photo: Michael Patch Enhancing Your Lakefront Paradise The gentle lapping of waves against the shore, the soothing rustle of leaves in the breeze and the stunning vistas of a pristine ...
LIVING OUTSIDE

LIVING OUTSIDE

Photo Courtesy of Southern Landscape Group Planning a Pool House Pools are popular for gathering and entertaining, but adding a pool house can be an afterthought. Rather than seeing the ...
Banish Mold & Mildew | With Dry, Airy Fixes

Banish Mold & Mildew | With Dry, Airy Fixes

Practically all homeowners shudder at the sight of the ugly gray or light brown (mildew) or black/green/red speckles (mold) that crop up in basements and closets, on outdoor furniture cushions, ...
Storage Solutions | Protecting Seasonal Gear

Storage Solutions | Protecting Seasonal Gear

Lake days mean making the most of the great outdoors. Whether you’re gathering on decks with friends or cycling along the back roads or exploring waterways on paddleboards or kayaks, ...
Loving Lake Living | With Every Square Foot

Loving Lake Living | With Every Square Foot

UNDER-DECK DESIGNS THAT ENHANCE OUTDOOR LIVING For both lifestyle visionaries and lovers of the outdoors, an initial fantasy probably prompted you to choose Smith Mountain Lake. Maybe you pictured yourself ...
Maximum Storage, Minimum Hassle | Making Room for Your Stuff

Maximum Storage, Minimum Hassle | Making Room for Your Stuff

The road to minimalism is paved brick by brick. Want to know one of the secrets to its strong foundation? It all comes down to maximizing storage. For those of ...
Screen It In | Maximize Your Outdoor Space with Screens

Screen It In | Maximize Your Outdoor Space with Screens

You return to your relaxing retreat at the lake, only to be met with pollen, bugs, and that hot, unrelenting sun. You refuse to spend another day or night inside, ...
The Goods and the Gear | Stocking Your Kitchen to be Ready for Fun

The Goods and the Gear | Stocking Your Kitchen to be Ready for Fun

With spectacular sunrises and lingering sunsets over the water, lake living can feel like you are on a never-ending vacation. In order to maximize time outside on the dock or ...
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