Moneta blends wide-water horizons with small-town ease, offering a lake-centered lifestyle that still keeps you close to regional hubs like Roanoke and Lynchburg. With communities spanning both Bedford County and Franklin County, residents enjoy convenient access to services on either side of Smith Mountain Lake while choosing from an array of coves, peninsulas, and wooded stretches that suit everything from full-time living to weekend escapes.
Outdoors, the water steals the show. At the heart of it all, Smith Mountain Lake State Park offers a sandy beach, boat ramps, and miles of hiking and biking trails for year-round exploration. History buffs can venture to the nearby Booker T. Washington National Monument, where immersive exhibits illuminate the educator’s early life and the region’s agricultural past. On and off the water, locals fill weekends with fishing tournaments, waterfront concerts, and dinner cruises—easy ways to meet neighbors and soak in the sunset.
Families benefit from well-regarded school systems: Bedford County Public Schools and Franklin County Public Schools, each with robust academics, career and technical programs, and athletics. Housing ranges from townhome enclaves to estate-sized lakefronts, and everyday errands are simple thanks to a growing lineup of marinas, markets, and medical services. Whether you’re buying a first home on the water or preparing to sell a longtime retreat, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate professional to guide the process smoothly.