Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate

Category — lakefront property

Home and Harvest at Huddleston’s Savoy-Lee Winery

Well, the month of August has begun and that means one thing at the Savoy-Lee winery: Harvest time!! Things are beginning to get busy at this award winning winery! The fall crush is when all the labors of spring and summer come to full fruit and marks the birth of this season’s wines!! You can feel the excitement building as the fall harvest is just weeks away!! That excitement can be felt all along the Bedford Wine Trail!
The wines produced from this harvest look to be as promising as the 2005 Johnson Mountain Picnic Series that won the Bronze at the 2006 Virginia’s Governors cup wine competition! It has completely SOLD OUT!! You can find other of their wines listed at the online tasting room! Just click on Start Shopping and you can see their complete wine list. Better yet, drop by for an unforgettable tasting. Our tasting room is open to the public Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Monday from 12pm – 6 pm or by appointment by calling (540) 297-9275

The 2006 wines are going to be released soon, so sign up now for the newsletter to receive pre-release dates! Before being released, our wines are available to sample in the tasting room. So far the 2006 are receiving rave reviews! The growing season in 2007 was remarkable and many cannot wait to see how those wines perform! Things just keep getting better at the Savoy-Lee!!
As hard as it may be to believe, the Savoy-Lee has become available to purchase! You can contact Vicki Millehan, a local real estate expert, if you would like a more personal look at the Savoy-Lee or view our virtual tour! The area is so beautiful it is hard to take it all in, with lake views and beautiful surroundings it can take your breath away! With harvest set to begin, you can be a part of this award winning vineyard! At the very least come visit us at Smith Mountain Lake, and if you like it, then move here!!

August 5, 2009   Comments Off

Is a Waterfront Property Right for You?


Smith Mountain Lake offers an array of lake front homes. There are cozy condos and magnificent luxury homes. You can find many different homes to suit your budget needs, too.

There are many benefits to waterfront property. One of the most obvious benefits is that you have the lake right there. You have instant access to the water. You can jump in or grab your boat from your own property. It is complete convenience. This is what most people think about when they start shopping for a lakefront home.

However, there is a flip side to a lakefront home. The thing that people do not consider is the responsibility that comes with living on the lake. You are responsible for upkeep. You have to keep the water and the dock in good shape. You have to do clean up and repairs often. It is your responsibility to ensure that your part of the lakefront is kept beautiful. While it may seem simple enough, it can be a lot of work.

If you are serious about owning a lakefront home then Vicki Millehan can help you out. She knows where to find the best deals and she can ensure that the home you buy is the perfect one for you. Let her help you and if you decide that lakefront is not for you then she will be able to help you find the right Smith Mountain Lake home that is.

June 5, 2009   Comments Off

Where to Find the Right Second Home in 2009




The real estate market reflects the economy and times are very uncertain right now. However, for some buyers this is the perfect opportunity to find their dream home at amazing prices and in amazing locations.


Many people are taking the opportunity to buy a second or even third home. It takes careful consideration, though, to get the best deal. It is smart to use a talented and knowledgeable agent who can help you through the process and ensure that you will get the house you want for the price you want.

Vicki Millehan can walk you through every step of the process. Plus, she is located is the heart of one of the best areas for new home buying. Smith Mountain Lake is one of those ideal real estate areas because it is a paradise location that has not yet been discovered by the masses.

According to experts, areas like Smith Mountain Lake are the spots to shop for those second and third home purchases in 2009. The most popular areas have pretty much bottomed out and great deals are few and far between, but in lesser known areas, like Smith Mountain Lake, the deals are abundant.

Are you thinking about getting a second or third home in 2009? Have you set your heart on buying in an area that is perfect for vacationing any time of the year? If you said yes, then Smith Mountain Lake is your place to be. You get everything you want in a home and location, but at prices that can not be beat. Contact Vicki and let her get you that home you’ve been dreaming about. Smith Mountain Lake offers beautiful new and recently built homes right along the lake. If you’re looking for a business opportunity, there’s even a winery for sale!

May 29, 2009   Comments Off

Smith Mountain Lake – A Second Home Second to None!



Smith Mountain Lake is a beautiful area with a relaxing atmosphere so it is no surprise that many people want to buy a second home in the area. When buying a second home it is smart to shop around and really get to know about the area in which you are buying. After all, when you commit to a second home, this means that you also committing much of your future vacation time and lots of your future income to it. You better fall in love it with it! This will allow you to prepare yourself for making the purchase.

The other way to make purchasing your second home in Smith Mountain Lake much easier is to find a realtor that really knows the area. This will help ensure that you can get all the right answers to your questions. Vicki Millehan is the Smith Mountain Lake real estate expert that can walk you through buying your second home with ease. She has the experience and personal knowledge about the area to ensure you find the right home. If you live out of state, Vicki can work with you by phone, mail, or email or work through an agent from your area.

Once you start to work with Vicki you will need to be sure to work carefully to find and compare different lenders. Vicki can you find the best rates and get the best deal. As is the case with your first home, you should be pre-approved for your second home as well.

Since she knows the area, Vicki will be able to help you to find just the right home. You may be interested in the area because you’re a golf nut or love to fishing or boating. Maybe you just like the peace of the water. She will know what area will suit your tastes the best. If you are on more of a budget, then she can help you to find a home that fits into it.

When you choose a good realtor when buying your second home, you will find that it makes the whole process easier. So, contact Vicki today to see what Smith Mountain Lake home will become your second home.

Picture by Bill Piatt

April 27, 2009   Comments Off

The Virginia Triathlon Series Comes to Smith Mountain Lake


Smith Mountain Lake is the spot for event #5 of the Virginia Triathlon Series. This event will be an amazing display of sportsmanship and physical endurance. It takes great strength and dedication to endure the grueling three legged race through varied terrain.
This event takes place in a challenging course sat at the state park. The first leg is the 750 meter swim that finishes at the swimming beach. Then participants continue to the 20K bike path and finish off with a 5K run course inside the park.

The event takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2009. It starts at 9:00 am at the Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

There’s always something going on at this beautiful waterfront area. For more information about the homes and condominiums available at Smith Mountain Lake, please contact Vicki Millehan at Prudential Waterfront Properties.

April 20, 2009   Comments Off

Water’s Edge Golf Course Receives Renovation Award


Golfing is a highlight of the Smith Mountain Lake area and something visitors and residents love to enjoy at the beautiful Smith Mountain Lake courses. Recent renovations at the course at The Water’s Edge Country Club brought an esteemed honor to Smith Mountain Lake. This year The Water’s Edge Country Club was honored as an award winning project when the main contractor, The Aspen Company, won the Golf Course Industry Builders Legacy Award for Renovation of the Year.


The extensive renovations helped to revive the course to its former glory as one of the top golf courses in the state. The new look at the Water’s Edge Country Club includes all the latest innovations and technologies to help bring a level of excitement and challenge to the course. The renovations did not take anything away from the course’s historic look or its character, but enhanced it to make it a better place for golfers.


Properties at Water’s Edge are available now from Smith Mountain Lake’s own Vicki Millehan.


April 6, 2009   Comments Off