About EMERY POINT
Emery Point, Lake Anna
Jim and Laura Emery have owned Emery Point since 1989, and are only the second known owners of the property. Over the years, they transformed what was a dilapidated mid-century farmhouse into what is now a Lake Anna icon - the Emery Point peninsula.
The Emery Family
Jim - a contractor and business-owner - and Laura - an artist and entrepreneur - designed and built Emery Point almost entirely on their own, and with the help of friends. Laura's art can be seen and appreciated throughout the house. The Emery's 2 daughters enjoyed growing up visiting the lakehouse in the summers, where family reunions and parties were frequently hosted.
Lake Anna History
Lake Anna is a human-made lake that was filled in 1972 to provide cooling water for the North Anna nuclear power station. Previously, the surrounding area was covered with farmland; primarily for growing tobacco. The area is also known for its historical relevance during the Civil War, where many battles took place. Today's Lake Anna landscape is a stark contrast from its battle-scarred, agricultural past.