Sharing the Love at a Family Home From their location on Smith Mountain Lake, the Strups enjoy pristine and unobstructed views of the mountains and the water for miles. A new waterfront home in the mountains of Virginia pays tribute to Smith Mountain Lake's 50-year history, and to a growing family of four generations. By Samantha Hoback * Photography by David Hungate The shores of Virginia's Smith Mountain Lake have long been a sought-after spot for fishing, water sports, residential development and generations of lake-loving residents and visitors. As the largest lake contained entirely within the state of Virginia, Smith Mountain Lake has seen steady growth and development since the mid-1960s when it was created, including unique restaurants and nearby wineries, marinas and public beaches. It is also home to some impresMarch/April 2016 51