Discover The Cliffs Cottages at The Coves
Experience lakeside living at its finest with The Cliffs Cottages, charming new homes nestled along the shores of Smith Mountain Lake with breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Designed with both comfort and character in mind, these cozy cottages are perfect as a temporary residence while your custom home is being built within The Coves, or as a private guest retreat for visiting family and friends.
Located within one of Smith Mountain Lake’s most desirable gated communities, The Coves offers a unique blend of modern conveniences and natural serenity. Residents enjoy cutting-edge features such as renewable energy systems, high-speed mesh Wi-Fi, and advanced security infrastructure—all set against a stunning backdrop of mountain-meets-lake scenery. It’s the ideal combination of peaceful retreat and premium lifestyle.
Elevating Your Ownership
For residents looking to make the most of life at The Coves, The Coves Club offers an exclusive suite of amenities and smart home services designed to elevate your lakefront experience. Membership is completely optional (no annual fees), so you can choose the perks that matter most to you.
Enjoy private access to scenic walking and hiking trails, convenient public boat docks, additional guest accommodations, and even whole-home backup power for added peace of mind. Whether you’re here full-time or part-time, The Coves Club lets you tailor your lifestyle to match the beauty and ease of lakeside living.
Click here to learn more about The Coves Club and how to join.
Expertly Crafted by Southern Heritage Homes
The Cliffs Cottages are proudly built by Southern Heritage Homes, the premier building partner of The Coves. Renowned across Virginia for their exceptional craftsmanship and commitment to quality, Southern Heritage Homes brings decades of experience in creating custom homes that reflect both elegance and functionality. Every cottage is thoughtfully designed and constructed with meticulous attention to detail, energy efficiency, and a deep understanding of each homeowner’s unique vision and lifestyle.
Cottage Features:
- Moen Genta matte black bath fixtures
- KCD Oslo Oak solid wood cabinetry
- Virginia Mist honed granite kitchen & bath tops
- Kwikset Halifax matte black levered lock sets
- Reeb solid core interior doors
- Shaw COREtec shower with fiberglass base
- Shaw Paragon Plus LVP flooring
- Ply Gem MIRA aluminum clad windows
- LP SmartSide siding
- Metal roof panels
- MoistureShield Vision CoolDeck composite decking
See. Try. Buy.
The Coves at Smith Mountain Lake offers three ways for interested buyers to experience our cottages.
See: The Coves and Southern Heritage Homes are hosting open houses two hours before select shows scheduled at the Coves Amphitheater. The dates for the open houses are as follows:
Wednesday, August 13th (5:30pm): Devon Allman’s Blues Summit
Saturday, August 30th (4:00pm): Old Crow Medicine Show
Saturday, September 27th (4:00pm): Young The Giant
Friday, October 10th (4:00pm): Eli Young Band
RSVP to the open house that you would like to attend by filling out the form below.
Try: Sign up for a trial of The Coves Club and book an introductory 3-night residential experience that includes the Coves Outdoor Package, boat docks, and a $75 Southlake Spa credit.
Buy: Work directly with the builder, Southern Heritage Homes, in purchasing your cottage.
