Dreams do come true The Pavilion at Blackwater Junction made…read moremy daughter's dream come true. The venue is just perfect for a partially outdoor wedding. The ceremony view of the amazing Virginia countryside with pond, hills and the changing fall trees was an amazing backdrop. With two sides enclosed, a fireplace and heaters the late night venue was cozy but yet open air (which can be important when pandemics threaten events). Melba made the event so easy for planning. Erica, the bartender, kept all our guests happy. The site has plenty of ice for all bartending needs, a kitchen for food setup and three eclectic bathrooms. We would highly recommend The Pavilion at Blackwater Junction for any event needs!!

From the owner: Our wedding venue is built on the family farm at the end of a road in the country. It has complete…read moreprivacy, beautiful mountain background views, surrounded by woods and horse pastures. The building itself has modern features such as a big screen TV with wifi for your slideshows or videos, yet it is built with old doors, wood and antiques. If you want an amazing wedding, our venue is the place for you!

I had my wedding here over the summer and absolutely LOVED the experience. Renting out an entire…read morelodge was so helpful since everyone was coming in from out of town. Being able to arrive the morning before the wedding and spend that day with family is what really made the difference. Most of our family members were meeting for the first time and having a space to meet up ahead of time really brought everyone together. The property was breathtaking. In fact, from the first visit, we instantly decided we had found our venue. Our guests commented on how beautiful the location was. We were really concerned about our guests as it was a long drive from the airport. The feedback we got was that the drive was worth it and they could all see why we chose the venue. The price was reasonable for what you get. I do want to point out that if you're a type A person who needs a Type A sort of situation, you might struggle with this place as they're pretty laid back. I say this as a bonus for myself. I really appreciated the fact that they didn't try to micromanage. They were always available for anything I needed during the planning process but really allowed me to do things my way. This definitely helped ease some of the stress.

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I recently through a 50th anniversary party for may parents at Woodland Place. I really liked the…read moreway the look and setup of the facility. Crystal the event manager was great to work with and provided great service and advice (she even stayed the entire night behind the bar which was not expected but was much appreciated). She also helped with room decore ... The room looked great! The room was kept nice and cool all night which is a problem I have experienced at others venues before. They even upgrated there video projection before our event which looked great. Everyone said it was one of the best parties they had ever been to. I would highly recommend them!

Outstanding brewery located in a small town and old tobacco factory. With high ceilings, antique…read morecouches, and aged window panes this spot appeals to those looking for a laid back brewery atmosphere. There were table games at almost every table and some arcade games in the back room. The baristas were extremely friendly and explaining each of the beers, which were delicious and much better than some more Main Street breweries I've come across. There's no food served here, but I was told they have food trucks and outdoor events at their outdoor stage area. I came on a very slow night with only 4 other patrons but I can't wait to go back to try more beer and enjoy this great spot (and take some pictures this time around)!

Amazing beer that has made me a beer lover (here!) . My "go to" choices are the BVIP, Dubble Aught…read moreand Kolsch and Island time when Island Time is on tap. I have been to a few parties in the "Venue 210" spaces and love the ambiance and historic look. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming!

My son and I moved here a little over a year ago and we stopped in for coffee. Coffee was…read moreexcellent. Customer service was great and it's such a cool spot. It's also super close by! The cranberry orange scone was also delicious. We will definitely be back!

After being awarded the Triad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last…read moreyear, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, I decided that this year I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those established ones that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And The Maridor is the perfect example. This historic mansion, built in 1916 and restored many years later, received its name from its its third owner, Marion Augustus Smyth, President of National Business College who re-named the home "Maridor" after his two children, Marion and Dorothy. Maridor. It is located in the highly regarded area of the historic Grandin Village, in Roanoke, Virginia. Established in 1993, The Maridor offers a versatile event space for weddings, corporate functions, and social gatherings. And also has a very unique restaurant that currently is open Wednesdays through Fridays from 4:00 to 9pm. One can book a reservation through their website to dine in either the Restaurant, the Bar, the Dining Room, or the Patio, and enjoy some excellent cuisine from Director and Executive Chef Seth who offers southern-style cooking with International comfort food flavors. What he has created is a place with a diverse menu, where one can go and dine in, enjoying the history of the house with some nice food and drinks at a reasonable price. With Seth's background in Asian cuisine from his Food Truck days, he created a menu with two sides: A West Side and an East Side, providing in it something for everyone's tastes. But his ultimate vision is to create unforgettable dining experiences that inspire and delight his guests. With this amazing background information, I was tempted to go try it out, and thought of all the other restaurants I had discovered in this same way. By driving by them several times until I decided it was time to go experience what's inside. I made a reservation for a Friday at 6:30 pm. When I arrived the house was so big I couldn't find thr entrance at first, but I phoned them and they told me I was at the right place and how to reach the front door. I was warmly greeted by a charming lady with a great personality and taking to the dining room of the house. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review for a better sense of the feel of this restaurant. I was seated at the table of my choice. My server Sharon had the bartender make me a Mocktail to start off with and I had a treat ordering from the menu. For appetizer some Crab Rangoons, followed by a Classic Shrimp Cocktail, and Rockefeller Oysters. As the main course, the Beef Brisket Bao Buns, and for dessert, I later order their Maple Pecan Bourbon Bread Pudding. My server came to check on my at the right times and to fill me in with the History of this house and restaurant and I had a one of a kind dining experience. I highly recommend this place for a couple's night out, or to dine with family and friends. The place provides a comfortable yet distinguish environment in which to enjoy quality time with your loved ones.

Cannot recommend this venue...contract changes by venue up to wedding week, unprofessionalism by…read morewait staff and guests had to empty overflowing garbage cans during rehearsal dinner...

IT is a great location with a great staff. It is nice and spacious and a great place to take…read morepictures. They were very responsive to our questions and very helpful with any concerns. I highly recommend the tavern for your next gathering!

This place double booked our wedding wile someone was staying above then blamed us for the booking,…read morethere was no refund nor was there any any compensation for the inconvenience.

What a wonderful location for a wedding! Kirk, Pam and their staff were incredibly accommodating…read moreand helpful. The views for the ceremony site are perfection and the barn is spacious and can accommodate a good 150+ guests! Kirk will work with you to make your dream wedding come true, from the decor to splicing songs for the perfect procession that will be sure to make your guests shed a few tears! 10/10 would recommend, such a great price for an amazing venue! -Zoe and Shane Kronkowski

From the owner: We are an events venue. Home of the Axton Art Festival. We are available for Weddings Graduations…read moreand other private events as well as holding public events and festivals at our venue. We can do a romantic dinner for 2 or a event for hundreds.

We have visited SML three times and had great experiences through VRBO. My parents were excited to…read morevisit and rented a house through SML vacation rentals. They had no potable water for four days and were unable to make coffee, fill up water bottles, or shower. They left a day early. I would not rent from this company.

Incompetent staff and apparently little quality control over owners. Great location and view, but…read morefor what their property owners charge, well below par value. Almost literally nothing in the house we stayed in worked properly, and it's the job of the rental company to either disclose or price that in, and they failed on both fronts. Find another property rental company for Smith Mountain Lake, VA.