ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS

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Nearby, you'll find a wealth of enjoyable activities, from horseback riding at Spring Valley Farm to savoring a delicious meal and cruising around the lake on The Virginia Dare. You can even have fun feeding popcorn to the sizable carp at Bridgewater Plaza, where some of these fish grow to impressive sizes of 24-36 inches.

For nature enthusiasts, there are scenic hiking trails at Smith Mountain Lake State Park and the Peaks of Otter along the Blue Ridge Parkway, offering prime leaf peeping opportunities.  If you're interested in local history, you can learn about the Smith Mountain Lake Dam and how electricity is generated, or take a step back in time with a visit to the birthplace of Booker T. Washington at the Burroughs Tobacco Farm.

For those seeking a deeper connection to history and culture, don't miss out on a visit to Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest, a place where you can explore the rich legacy of one of America's Founding Fathers. Additionally, the National D-Day Memorial is just a short drive away, providing a meaningful perspective on a pivotal moment in history.

The Lake House at Sunset Point serves as your gateway to a world of opportunities to savor in this wonderful area.