Ellis Custom Homes, serving the Smith Mountain Lake area. Building trust one home at a time!

  • Smith Mountain Lake
    66 Builder's Pride Dr
    Hardy, VA
    540-912-0112

Bringing more than 30 years experience, Ellis Custom Homes has the expertise and skill to make your custom home a reality. We'll guide you through each step - before, during, and after construction.

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Ellis Custom Homes only uses name-brand, quality materials you can trust. Visit our selection center in Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia to see for yourself.

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Ellis Custom Homes specializes in designing & building homes in a wide-range of sizes and styles. You can use your own plan & we can customize it for you, or you can tailor and build from one of ours.

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Custom Ranch in Water's Edge

With modern design and access to an array of outdoor and recreational amenities, this 1950 SF home offers a rare opportunity to experience the best of Smith Mountain Lake living. Available Spring of 2025.

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Additional Resources

Beyond Curb Appeal: Why Every Side of Your Home’s Design Matters 

While a well-designed front elevation creates a strong first impression, exceptional home design doesn’t stop at the front door. 

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Building Your Custom Home While Navigating HOA Guidelines

Whether you envision a tranquil lakeside retreat or something in one of the area’s golf home communities, understanding the development rules is a crucial part of the building process.

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What does “perc approved” really mean for a building lot?

One of the most crucial factors when considering purchasing a lot is whether it’s approved for an on-site septic system.  If not, bottom line, the lot is unbuildable, and you’ve purchased what we refer to as a “glorified strawberry patch”.  But today, it goes far beyond just being perc approved or not. 

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