Smith Mountain Laker SeptOct 2010 Home Tour

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The SmithMountainLakeCharityHomeTour, in its 20thyear, provides an opportunity to combine visits to eight beautiful lakefronthomeswithamagnificentearlyfallboatingouting–alltobenefiteightcharitieswhichserve thecommunitiesaroundSML. Thisyear’stourwilltakeplaceOct.1-2andfeatureshomesthat are fairly spread out across the lake. Seeing all eight homes in one day may be a bit much for all but the hardest-running boaters, particularly on Saturday when heavier traffic andoccasional waits for docking space can make for slower going. Depending on your starting point, this may be a year to go by car for some portion of your tour, especially should weather become a factor. The directions and map on the following pages will help you plan your trip, so be sure to take a copy along. You also may want to pre-mark home locations on a free SML Visitor Info Map (available in Laker Magazine racks throughout the SML area) as an additional navigational aid.

While your departure point will be a factor in determiningwheretogofirst,ourdirectionsbeginatHalesFord Bridge. Heading upstream (away from the dam), even-numbered (red) channel markers will be on your right and odd-numbered (green) markers will be on your left. Lower numbers are closer to the dam. Channel markers do not indicate distance; they may be very close together or fairly far apart. Remember that not all lake maps show roads completely or accurately. Boat courteously; wear life jackets or have them readily available on deck; take along docking lines, fenders, a cellphone and plenty of drinking water. Orange balloons will mark the dock of each home tour house as well as neighboring docks that can be used. All will have attendants to assist boaters. Do not tie up to any dock which has noballoonflyingexceptwhenthereisanemergency. Ifyouplantotakethetourbycar,pickupanofficialHomeTour brochure at the SML Visitor Center at Bridgewater Plaza or dowload driving directions at smlcharityhometour.com.

Story by Jerry & Ferne haLe • PhotograPhy by houng FraLin and courteSy oF in-FoucuS Photo


Take a cruise on Smith Mountain Lakeand visit eight impressive lakefront homes

20thanniversaryanniversary


SMLCharityHomeTourhomesareprofiledonthefollowingpagesinanorderthatprovidesanefficienttripbyboat.WestartwiththeNoonkesterhome(No.5asitcorrespondstotheofficialHomeTour

brochure). From there, the homes follow in the order they’re found running down the Roanoke River to and beyond Hales Ford Bridge. Before setting out, consider plotting the home locations on a navigational

chart or full-size SML Visitor Info Map, available at Laker Media and in many locations where Laker magazines are distributed. Large orange balloons at each dock will help pinpoint locations.

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE

Hales Ford Bridge

STROEBEL

HALL

YOUNGREN

PIATT

NOONKESTER

JONES

GAFFNEY

PEPPERS

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For additional coverage of the 2010 SML Chairty Home Tour, pick up copies of our sister publication, Laker Weekly, on Sept. 24 and Oct. 1 or log on to smithmountainlake.com.


#5 ON HOME TOUR BROCHURE GPS: N 37° 11.0 95’ W 79° 43.162’

The home of Eric and Sallie Noonkester is vintage Mediterranean with many distinctive features. The beautiful arches, tall ceilings (some 15 feet), graceful columns, corbels and sun-drenched interior create a warm, soothing atmosphere. Expansive covered verandas enhancedwithpillarsandstoneflooringprovideserenelakeviewingareas on two levels. There are three tiers of curved stone walls for gardens. Earth Craft construction techniques were used for energy efficiency.

DIRECTIONS: Head up the Roanoke River from Hales Ford Bridge. Home will be on your left just before you reach R49, but past R50A on the right. The run from the bridge to R49 is about 20 minutes at easy speed. Stairs from the water are steep

with no handrails.

THE NOONKESTER HOME

“Our trips to the Mediterranean were our inspiration for the old-style Italian

villa we designed. You can see the creativity and skill Eric used to build

it on this steep lot.”sallie noonkester


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#4 ON HOME TOUR BROCHURE GPS: N 37° 08.578’ W 79° 42.087’ ThestoneandcedarshakehomeofJohnandDeniseStroebelinLakeWatch Plantation has a leafy tree house-like view of the lake fromeveryroom.Thehighceilings,largewindowsandopenfloorplan seem to bring nature right inside. There is an open kitchen and family room featuring cherry cabinetry, a media room, wine cellar and an elevator. Several furniture pieces made in the homeowners’ expansive woodworking shop can be seen throughout the home.

DIRECTIONS: Proceeding back toward the dam, turn right into the cove just before R37, then bear left at Indian Point to keep Westlake Waterfront Inn on your right. Turn into the second cove on your right about 3/10-mile beyond the motel. Home will

be first dock on your left in the small cove.

“John put together a DVD with music and photos about the lake and its beauty,and we gave copies to friends and relatives saying, ‘Here’s your invitation to visit.’”

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#8 ON HOME TOUR BROCHUREGPS: N 37° 05.962’ W 79° 38.812’

The home of Michael and Laurie Hall has been remodeled outside (adding stone and HardiPlank) and inside, which was completely gutted. Updated and new items include all bathrooms, the kitchen, two screened porches and decks, wine room and attractive distressed hickoryflooringthroughout.Thehomeownersreworkedthelandscaping twice — once eight years ago when they bought the house and again just recently. The home features a changeable artificialgolfgreen.

DIRECTIONS: Return to the main channel and turn right to head down river. Pass under Hales Ford Bridge and continue on to R25, where you will bear right into a cove past the condos in The Waterfront. Turn right into the second smaller cove on the right. Dock is on the right at the end of this cove. Docking is limited with little maneuvering space, so attentive boat handling is required. There are many steep stairs to the house. This may be

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THE HALL HOME

“Michael, who formerly owned a kitchen business, redid the

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#1 ON HOME TOUR BROCHURE GPS: N 37° 06.073’ W 79° 37.616’ ThehomeofVionaSzaboJonesandDr.JohnPaulJoneshasinteresting antiques and artifacts from her extensive travels. Recently remodeled,there’sasparklingkitchen,newhardwoodfloorsandcompositedecking.Anaccomplishedseamstress,Joneshascreatedstunning works of art in embroidery, thread painting and stump work. Her hand-smocked bassinet is also on display. Lakeside, don’t miss the "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" bird-girl statue of this former Savannah resident.

DIRECTIONS: Return to the main channel, turn right and angle across to the opposite side of the Roanoke. Enter a large cove just below R24 and look for balloon at entrance to the second

small cove on the right, about 2/10-mile into the main cove.

“This home was purchased and furnished with friends and family in mind. From

the pinball machine and pool table to the sandy beach and kayaks, it provides fun

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#7 ON HOME TOUR BROCHUREGPS: N 37° 04.939’ W 79° 37.575’

DonandJenniferYoungren’sbrickandstoneFrenchcountry-stylehome in Park Place faces out toward Smith Mountain. The open floorplanprovidesaspectacularlakeviewfromalmosteveryroom,including upstairs bedrooms with balconies and views through great room windows. There are soaring ceilings, custom millwork andextensiveuseofunusuallightingfixtures.Aneasy-careGeodeck dock and native plants adjoin a natural sand beach.

DIRECTIONS: Return to the main channel and turn left (down river), aiming toward the opposite side of the Roanoke. Proceed through the S-curve, passing R17 and aiming slightly left of the blue Park Place water tower. Stay right of the island at R15. The house will be the last one on your right before the undeveloped point. Caution: There is very shallow water near the yellow ball

at the home to the right of Youngren property.

THE YOUNGREN HOME

“It’s all about the views and havingthe home take advantage of them.”

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#2 ON HOME TOUR BROCHUREGPS: N 37° 03.298’ W 79° 32.531’ JimandMaryLouGaffney’shomerenovationdoubledtheirlivingspace. The couple opened up the original house to create a large area of living, dining, den and kitchen with a huge mountain-facing dining room large enough to accommodate the many family members who visit. The view is spectacular. The Gaffney home has a large dock with a comfortable area for lounging, entertaining and enjoying water sports.

DIRECTIONS: SML boaters who have never ventured all the way down to Witcher Creek get their chance this year. Head downstream toward the dam, passing between Vista Pointe and R8, then keep R6, R4 and R2 to your left. Angle left after passing R2, pointing your bow toward W1 in the distance (to the right of the distant island). The Gaffney home is the second one to the left of W1; The Piatt home (#3, next page) is just to the right of W1.

Tie up at either dock to see both houses.

“Jim walked in with the realtor and said, ‘We’ll take it.’ Asked if he wanted to see the rest of the house, he said, ‘The house can be changed;

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#3 ON HOME TOUR BROCHUREGPS: N 37° 03.308’ W 79° 32.450’)

Bill and Anneliese Piatt’s contemporary European chalet-style home has cozy rooms with fantastic mountain views. Masks, pottery, wall hangings and carved tables comprise an eclectic collection of artifacts from places they’ve lived (Africa and Germany) and visited. Art by local artists and family members is also displayed. The home’s stonepatiohasafirepitandpaththatleadstothelake.Theenergyefficienthomehassolar-poweredhotwaterandradiantfloorheat.Landscaping creates summer shade and winter warmth.

DIRECTIONS: The Piatt home is two doors to the right of the Gaffney home (#2, previous page). Tie up at either dock to see

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#6 ON HOME TOUR BROCHUREGPS: N 37° 00.786’ W 79° 37.199’ WayneandJoanPeppers’homehasanopendesignforeasyentertainingwithabar/grillroomoffthekitchenopeningtothedeck.Green features include use of recycled materials such as kitchen and wine cellar tiles made from crushed wine bottles, easily renewable materialssuchasbambooandcorkflooringandathree-zonegeothermal system. An elevator, walk-in shower and three-foot-wide doors and aisles make the home handicapped-accessible. Drought-tolerant plants minimize the need for landscaping irrigation.

DIRECTIONS: Return to the main channel and head past Vista Pointe condos, leaving marker B1 to port. Angle across the mouth of the Blackwater and to B2, B4 and B6 in quick succession. At B6, turn left toward the mouth of Bull Run, keeping Christmas Tree Island well to the right and entering Bull Run near marker BU1. Follow the left-hand shore (leaving room to port for oncoming traffic). Pass BU3, then turn left around BR1 into Little Bull Run Creek. You’ll pass a series of townhomes and condos at The Water’s Edge on your left and Palmer’s Marina and Penhook Boat Dock (blue buildings) to your right. The Peppers home is the

second single-family residence past the condos on the left.

“When designing the home with the draft person, our goals were to accommodate large gatherings, be

handicapped-accessible, ‘go green,’ and make maintenance easy.”

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THE PEPPERS HOME


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