Goodview, Virginia

The Fourth Duke of Bedford, john Russell, gave Bedford its name. In 1754 Bedford County was formed from Lunenburg County and was names for Bedford, who was then Secretary of State for Great Britain during the reign of King George II. Although New London, in Bedford's eastern section, was the first county seat, the seat was moved to the more centrally located town of Liberty in 1782. This is the present-day City of Bedford.

Goodview is located in the heart of Bedford County. With rolling hills & farmlands, this rural area is the gateway from Roanoke to the Moneta/ Smith Mountain Lake area for the avid boating and fishing population. Sycamore Ridge Golf Course is also widely used in Goodview.

There are several "Mom & Pop" stores in the area such as Goodview Store & Gas Station and Diamond Hill Store & Gas Station. Both serve wonderful sandwiches & assortments in a charming rustic atmosphere. Several inlets with access to Smith Mountain Lake surround the Goodview area.