mount vernon homes: The Washingtons May Have Invited Us To Tea - 06/01/09 04:39 PM
For eight years our family lived within walking distance of the Mount Vernon Estate. As we walked along Old Mount Vernon Road we passed the gate that provided an unobstructed view of the mansion identical to the one above. It was also a short bicycle ride to the George Washington Parkway and a relaxing trip along the Potomac River into Olde Towne - we tried to visualize George Washington making the same trip on horseback
There have been some changes since we moved out of Mount Vernon in 1982, but they have not been dramatic since the area was fairly well developed when we bought our home … (0 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Inlet Cove Non-Military Homes With A Fort Belvoir Address Community Profile - 12/31/08 02:13 PM
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mount vernon homes: Riverside Estates, Alexandria, Fairfax County, Virginia Community Profile - 12/31/08 01:39 PM
Riverside Estates has remained popular ever since the first homes were delivered in the mid-60's. Convenience and the proximity of schools, shopping and recreational facilities are the key to their continued public acceptance.
Commuting
Fairfax County Connector Bus Roue 151 to the Huntington Metro operates seven days a week along the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway at the entrances to Riverside Estates - the easiest way to commute to The Pentagon, Washington, DC and all National Capital Area work centers served by Metrorail Fort Belvoir is within 10 minutes The entrance to the George Washington Memorial Parkway is approximately 5 minutes away at … (1 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Yacht Haven - On The Potomac River In Mount Vernon, Virginia - 12/03/08 05:59 PM
Yacht Haven Estates is a
Waterfront community of 175 homes on the Potomac River that were Built in the 1970's and are Sited on 1/2 to 3/4 acre lots. Many of the original homes on the waterfront have been expanded or replaced with custom homes. Yacht Haven Estates is home to the Mount Vernon Yacht Club on the Potomac River Area Features
The entrance to Yacht Haven Estates is on Ferry Landing Road approximately one mile to Fort Belvoir Fairfax Connector Route 101 to the Huntington Metrorail Station can be boarded at the Mount Vernon Mansion for an approximately 25 minute trip to the subway for … (0 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Hollin Hills - One Of Two Mount Vernon Contemporary Subdivisions - 12/02/08 04:55 PM
Just south of Old Town Alexandria, Hollin Hills is a community of 447 homes along Fort Hunt Road. They are less than 10 minutes from George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate.
Hollin Hills was built between 1966 and 1975 by Robert Davenport. Similar to Wessynton, the other Mount Vernon area contemporary subdivision, there were those who doubted the viability of a subdivision of contemporary homes in traditionally colonial Mount Vernon.
Community Features
Home sites range from 1/3 acre to slightly under 1/2 acre Numerous, distinctive elevations Highly customized interiors Living areas from 1,100 to 3,000 square feet Rolling hill terrain As the video will show there is great use … (4 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Villamay, Alexandria, VA - Some Of The Loveliest Homes In Mount Vernon - 12/01/08 06:35 PM
Just south of Old Town Alexandria, Villamay is a community of 240 homes along the scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway and Potomac River. They are less than 10 minutes from George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate.
Villamay was built by Gene May in the 1960's who will be remembered for numerous real estate projects in the Washington area, but most notably Villamay in Mount Vernon and Evermay in McLean.
Community Features
Home sites range from 1/3 acre to slightly under 1/2 acre All brick construction Numerous, distinctive elevations Highly customized interiors Living areas from 1,500 to 3,000 square feet Rolling hill terrain Commuting Options
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mount vernon homes: Wessynton, In The Shadow Of George Washington's Mount Vernon - 11/27/08 01:06 PM
Northern Virginia is thought of as "colonial country" with very few contemporary styled homes. That is why Wessynton, a collection of contemporary homes abutting George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, is extremely unusual.
The Homes
157 homes Built between 1968 to 1970 1/3 acre lots 1,700 to 3,000 square feet of living space Although the exteriors are contemporary the interior floor plans are fairly traditional As you can see by the video below there are more trees than people in Wessynton The Area
Fairfax County Connector Bus Roue 151 to the Huntington Metro operates seven days a week along the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway at the … (0 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Riverside Estates, Mount Vernon, Alexandria, Virginia - 11/26/08 09:49 AM
Riverside Estates has remained popular ever since the first homes were delivered in the mid-60's. Convenience and the proximity of schools, shopping and recreational facilities are the key to their continued public acceptance.
Fairfax County Connector Bus Roue 151 to the Huntington Metro operates seven days a week along the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway at the entrances to Riverside Estates - the easiest way to commute to The Pentagon and Washington, DC Mount Vernon High School is at the entrance to Riverside Estates Riverside Elementary is just across from the high school. The George Washington Rec Center with year round pool (part of … (4 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Mount Vernon Forest Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Virginia Real Estate - 10/26/08 02:57 PM
As soon as you pass the Mount Vernon Mansion you are less than 5 minutes from Mount Vernon Forest. If you like a treed subdivision this is the spot for you. Most of the homes are on 1/2 acre lots and the elementary school is in the subdivision.
Community Benefits
Well maintained home sites resulting in an exceptionally attractive subdivision Five minutes to the George Washington Rec Center with year round pool Ten Minutes to the Mount Vernon Rec Center with year round pool and indoor ice rink Five minutes to the George Washington Memorial Parkway for a fast commute to Alexandria Five … (2 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Southwood Mount Vernon Alexandria Fairfax County VA Virginia Real Estate - 10/25/08 04:59 PM
Southwood is about halfway between Fort Belvoir and the Mount Vernon Estate with entrances on Mount Vernon Memorial Highway and Old Mill Road. It is a beautifully maintained subdivision with a very active garden club that decorates the common grounds seasonally - it really shows
Community Benefits
Well maintained home sites resulting in an exceptionally attractive subdivision Five minutes to the George Washington Rec Center with year round pool Ten Minutes to the Mount Vernon Rec Center with year round pool and indoor ice rink Five minutes to the George Washington Memorial Parkway for a fast commute to Alexandria Five minutes to … (8 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Riverside Estates Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate - 10/22/08 07:54 PM
Riverside Estates has remained popular ever since the first homes were delivered in the mid-60's. Convenience and the proximity of schools, shopping and recreational facilities are the key to their continued public acceptance.
Fairfax County Connector Bus Roue 151 to the Huntington Metro operates seven days a week along the Mount Vernon Nemorial Highway at the entrances to Riverside Estates - the easiest way to commute to The Pentagon and Washington, DC Mount Vernon High School is at the entrance to Riverside Estates Riverside Elementary is just across from the high school. The George Washington Rec Center with year round pool (part of … (0 comments)
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mount vernon homes: Belle View World War II Survivor - 10/22/08 05:24 PM
Originally developed during World War II as housing for federal employees, the complex was converted to condominiums in 1981 by the IDI Group (Watergate and dozens of other complexes). Ideally situated on the George Washington Memorial Parkway along the Potomac River. You can ride your bike on the bike/jogging path to Olde Towne in 15 minutes for Sunday brunch
Young people as well as elderly people like it because of
Proximity to Olde Towne Alexandria Huge shopping center in the complex Fairfax County Rec Center and Indoor Ice Rink next to Belle View Library next to the homes Bus service to the Huntington Metro operates … (0 comments)
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mount vernon homes: YACHT HAVEN ESTATES Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/23/08 07:56 PM
Yacht Haven Estates is a waterfront community of 175 homes. They were built in the 1970's and are sited on 1/2 to 3/4 acre lots.
The subdivision is home to Mount Vernon Yacht Club on the Potomac River.
Many of the original homes on the waterfront have been expanded or replaced with custom homes.
The remaining homes (approximately 150) will sell between $530,000 and $750,000 depending on the level of updating and expansion.
The entrances to Yacht Haven Estates are on Ferry Landing Road approximately one mile to the Fort Belvoir entrance. They are close to FAIRFAX COUNTY CONNECTOR BUS with service to HUNTINGTON METRO
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mount vernon homes: VILLAMAY Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/21/08 02:14 PM
Villamay is a community of 240 homes between the George Washington Parkway and Fort Hunt Road in the Mount Vernon section of Fairfax County. They were built by Gene May in the 1960's.
Gene will be remembered for numerous real estate projects in the Washington area, but most notably Villamay in Mount Vernon and Evermay in McLean. The homes are highly customized and are all brick.
Villamay homes are currently priced in the $900,000 range.
The Fairfax County Connector operates on Fort Hunt Road with service to the Huntington Metro
It is approximately 15 minutes to the Capital Beltway at the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.
The Mount Vernon Rec Center with YEAR … (0 comments)
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mount vernon homes: HOLLIN HALL VILLAGE Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/16/08 09:58 AM
Hollin Hall Village is just that - a village of 580 homes off Fort Hunt Road. Although the homes are 50+ years old they are solidly built one level ramblers and continue to be extremely popular. The picture below is representative of how the original homes looked, but many of them have had additions.
They are within walking distance of the Hollin Hall Shopping Center which is the only shopping center in the Fort Hunt Area. Fairfax County Connector Bus to the Huntington Metro operates on Fort Hunt Road.
Homes most recently have sold for $450,000.
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mount vernon homes: MOUNT VERNON FOREST Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/13/08 07:07 PM
As soon as you pass the Mount Vernon Mansion you are less than 5 minutes from Mount Vernon Forest. If you like a treed subdivision this is the spot for you. Most of the homes are on 1/2 acre lots and the elementary school is in the subdivision.
Due to its' proximity to the George Washington Parkway it provides an excellent commuting route to Alexandria, Crystal City, Pentagon and DC. There is Fairfax County Connector Bus service to the Huntington Metro.
Fort Belvoir is approximately seven minutes away. Homes are currently selling in the $550,000 to $600,000 range. Mount Vernon Forest is a very popular community … (2 comments)
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mount vernon homes: SOUTHWOOD Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Fairfax County, Virginia (VA) - Homes - 01/13/08 04:27 PM
Southwood is just about halfway between Fort Belvoir and the Mount Vernon Estate. It is a beautifully maintained subdivision with a very active garden club that decorates the common grounds seasonally.
Inbound commuting is facilitated by its proximity to the George Washington Parkway and the Fairfax County Connector Bus to Metro Access to Fort Belvoir would be the quickest at the Tulley Gate on Mount Vernon Memorial Highway.
Home sales most recently were in the $650,000 price range.
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mount vernon homes: BELLE VIEW Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/11/08 02:19 PM
Originally developed during World War II as housing for federal employees, the complex was converted to condominiums in 1981 by the IDI Group (Watergate and dozens of other complexes).
It is ideally situated on the George Washington Parkway along the Potomac River. You can ride your bike on the bike/jogging path to Olde Towne in 15 minutes.
The Fairfax County Park Authority's Mount Vernon Rec Center with year round ice rink, swimming pool and exercise facilities is at the entrance to Belle View on Fort Hunt Road.
The Martha Washington Library is at the same location.
Additionally, The Belle View Shopping Center is in the complex featuring Safeway, CVS Pharmacy, … (0 comments)
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mount vernon homes: RIVERSIDE ESTATES Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/09/08 07:34 AM
Riverside Estates has remained popular ever since the first homes were delivered in the mid-60's.
Convenience and the proximity of schools, shopping and recreational facilities are the key to their continued public acceptance.
The homes are about one mile from the George Washington Parkway at Mount Vernon where there is Fairfax County Connector bus service to the Huntington Metro. There is similar service along the Richmond Highway.
Mount Vernon High School is at the entrance to Riverside Estates
Riverside Elementary is just across from the high school.
The George Washington Rec Center with year round pool (part of the Fairfax County Park System) is next to the elementary … (2 comments)
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mount vernon homes: WHY WE LIVED IN MOUNT VERNON Alexandria Fairfax County VA - 01/04/08 08:05 PM
In 1974 we relocated to Virginia from Massachusettes. After a very thorough tour of Fairfax County we decided Mount Vernon was the place that suited our needs.
My husband's office was in Crystal City and the trip in on the George Washington Parkway was a pleasure. Additionally, it was convenient to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport when he had to travel.
We were within walking distance of the Mount Vernon Estate. As we walked along Old Mount Vernon Road we passed a gate that provided an unobstructed view of the mansion identical to the one in this article. It was also a short … (7 comments)
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