Paradise Found: Waterfront Escape with Private Island at Smith Mountain Lake. Imaging waking up to the gentle waves lapping at your shore and breathtaking sunsets painting the sky. This unique property offers the ultimate lakefront lifestyle. Unwind on your own private retreat with over 200 feet of pristine shoreline and a sandy beach perfect for family fun. A large double-slip dock accommodates your watercraft, with easy access to the main channel and nearby restaurants. The crown jewel is the adjoining 0.5-acre private island, boasting approximately 300 feet of shoreline with another sandy beach and electricity. Enjoy island life for a small annual lease fee of $650.00. The Lindal Cedar home has undergone a beautiful transformation. Renovations include removing column and beams and adding structural steel to create an open floor plan, perfect for entertaining. The newly renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a Kohler sink, and stunning quartz countertops. The laundry room boasts updated appliances, cabinets and a sink and a convenient power room has been added. Antique reclaimed warm heart of pine floors add warmth and character to the main level. The great room seamlessly flows onto a large screened porch with vaulted ceilings, overlooking the level, landscaped yard, and captivating water views. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious primary bedroom suite with a private outdoor balcony, two guest bedrooms, and an additional bathroom. The lower level offers a rec room a full bath, two additional rooms ideal for guests, and a dedicated workshop space. Mostly furnished and move-in ready, this one-of-a-kind property is your gateway to lakefront living at its finest.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$455Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by VICKI MILLEHAN• BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE REAL ESTATE
Bought with COLLEEN MARSTON• LONG & FOSTER - SMITH MTN LAKE
Anthony Ford-Unique home with large sandy shoreline and Island to enjoy throughout the year. 18th century heart of pine floors, doors and trim. A must see. Feels like home the minute you walk in. Attention to detail and quality in design. Gentle slope to the water. Plenty of room for family and friends. Lots of outdoor space w/ screened porch & open decks. Lrg boatdock. Fully furnished. Sellers have reastically reduced this home by $100,000. Original price was $969,000.
Public Records
Aug 9, 2010
Sold
$195,000
$49/sq ft
MLSRV #744141
Oct 15, 2009
Listing Removed
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Apr 22, 2009
Listed
$1,485,000
$371/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,328
$372,000 + $634,600
$1,006,600
2024
$4,328 (−13.9%)
$372,000 + $634,600
$1,006,600
2023
$5,030
$341,000 + $483,600
$824,600
2022
$5,030
$341,000 + $483,600
$824,600
2021
$5,030
$341,000 + $483,600
$824,600
2020
$5,030 (−0.3%)
$341,000 + $483,600
$824,600
2019
$5,043
$355,000 + $471,700
$826,700
2018
$5,043 (+10.9%)
$355,000 + $471,700
$826,700
2017
$4,547
$355,000 + $471,700
$826,700
2016
$4,546 (−3.5%)
$355,000 + $471,700
$826,700
2014
$4,710
$365,000 + $491,500
$856,500
Tax history for 311 Anthony Ford Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,328
$372,000 + $634,600
$1,006,600
2024
$4,328 (−13.9%)
$372,000 + $634,600
$1,006,600
2023
$5,030
$341,000 + $483,600
$824,600
2022
$5,030
$341,000 + $483,600
$824,600
2021
$5,030
$341,000 + $483,600
$824,600
2020
$5,030 (−0.3%)
$341,000 + $483,600
$824,600
2019
$5,043
$355,000 + $471,700
$826,700
2018
$5,043 (+10.9%)
$355,000 + $471,700
$826,700
2017
$4,547
$355,000 + $471,700
$826,700
2016
$4,546 (−3.5%)
$355,000 + $471,700
$826,700
2014
$4,710
$365,000 + $491,500
$856,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
4,795
Year built
1993
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Franklin County
APN
050/01/006/00////
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage and Parking Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
# of Open Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 6
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 15
Appliances: Garage Door Opener, Microwave Oven (Built In)
Door Features: Full View
Window Features: Clad, Tilt-In
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Interior Features: All Drapes, Masonry Fireplace, Whirlpool Bath
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,000
Year Built: 1993
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Information
PropertyType: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.51
Lot Size Acres: 0.51
Lot Size Square Feet: 22,215.6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Waterfront: Yes
Water Body Name: Smith Mtn Lake
Waterfront Features: Beach, Main Channel
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,328.38
Parcel Number: 0500100600
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Glade Hill
Middle Or Junior School: Ben Franklin Middle
High School: Franklin County
Location Information
Directions: 40E t/l 645 t/l 626 t/l Anthony Ford Road top end on left
Community Information
Community Features: Beach Access
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,795
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Franklin County
APN: 050/01/006/00////
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
ListingId: 907849
ListPrice: $1,975,000
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Dudley Elementary School
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Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 15.9mi
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Franklin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 15.6mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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$1.73M – $2.09M
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