charlottesville: 712 Stuartsburg Rd Buena Vista VA 24416 | Family Farm Home for Sale - 06/24/16 01:22 PM
712 Stuartsburg Rd Buena Vista VA 24416 | Family Farm Home for Sale
 
Located at the center of a brilliant country scene of open fields intertwined with lush hardwood forests, this home for sale in Buena Vista VA can make your dream of living in the countryside come true. Situated just 6 minutes away from the busy cities of Lexington and Buena Vista, this two story family farm offers the feel of being in the middle of the countryside without far away from the convenience of the city. The property features one master bedroom, three bedrooms, two full baths, 3 fireplaces, an … (3 comments)

charlottesville: Spacious 4 Bedroom Home for Sale in Gordonsville VA | 195 Jenkins Dr - 04/08/16 03:31 AM
Spacious 4 Bedroom Home for Sale in Gordonsville VA | 195 Jenkins Dr
195 Jenkins Dr offers the best of country living for you and your family. This magnificent colonial style home for sale in Gordonsville VA sits on 1.8 acres of land that is surrounded by a fantastic backdraft of a lush Central Virginia country scene. The home has all the space you will need for your entire family as it features 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a half-bath.


The property is located at 195 Jenkins Dr., Gordonsville, VA 22942 which is a very easy commute from Richmond or Charlottesville. It … (3 comments)

charlottesville: 3-Home Equestrian Property for Sale in Charlottesville VA | 2890 Pleasant View Ln - 04/04/16 02:57 AM
3-Home Equestrian Property for Sale in Charlottesville VA | 2890 Pleasant View Ln
If you are in search for a life of luxury and splendor while having all the space and freedom to enjoy life in the company of your family, friends and loved ones, then 2890 Pleasant View Ln may be the home of your dreams. This beautiful and vast luxury home for sale in Charlottesville sits on 7.91 acres of land that includes within its boundaries a beautiful custom built contemporary main home, a fully functional and liveable poolside house, and a 2-bedroom cabin. This home is perfect for extended … (2 comments)

charlottesville: Top 3 Architectural Styles for Your Next Charlottesville VA Home - 01/26/16 05:30 AM
Top 3 Architectural Styles for Your Next Charlottesville VA Home
Charlottesville is a town where the past and present make a great combination. The evidence is in the mixture of traditional and contemporary styles of the homes that you can find here.

You have to come and see the place for yourself and experience the breathtaking view of these architectural masterpieces.


Homes in Charlottesville are made of different materials, infused with different styles and techniques unique to each architect and designer.

Many have been around for years, carrying with them a rich history that is a common characteristic of many Charlottesville homes.

Discover in the list below … (0 comments)

charlottesville: Charlottesville VA Fall Folliage - 10/24/10 03:06 PM
Fall is one of the best times to visit Charlottesville VA and viewing the fall folliage is a popular activity for tourists and residents alike. So how do we know when is the best time to drive up into the mountains to look at autumn leaves?  Well luckily there are several hotlines we can call to get update on folliage information:
Fall Folliage Report - 1-800-424-5683
Forest Service Fall Color Hotline - 800-354-4595 (press 5 for southern states)
Shenandoah Valley - 800-434-5323
Fall is also a great time to look at Charlottesville homes for sale.  It is enjoyable to drive around … (2 comments)

charlottesville: Brrr Its Cold Outside - 01/15/09 02:58 PM
Charlottesville, Virginia has just been hit with a blast of arctic air.  As far as I'm concerned its way too cold outside, but if skiing is your sport you are probably rejoicing.  This is the perfect weather for snow making.
There are two ski resorts in Central Virginia each about an hours drive from Charlottesville.
Wintergreen Resort located in nearby Nelson County  has 129 skiable acres with a vertical drop of 1003'.  Out of a possible 24 trails, 17 trails and 4 lifts were open today.  This weekends weather report promises ideal conditions for constant snwo making throughout the weekend.
Massanutton … (2 comments)

charlottesville: 268 Hidden Creek Road - One Level Living in Louisa - 11/10/08 09:55 PM
268 Hidden Creek Road, Louisa, Virginia 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1584 sq. ft., new construction, $219,900.00

This affordable new home on a private 3 acre lot offers one level living in Louisa County convenient to Charlottesville and Richmond, Virginia.  You will not believe all of the amenities that you get for the money: hardiplank siding, 30 year architectural shingle roof, hardwood floors with ceramic tile in the baths and carpet in the two additional bedrooms.  The master bedroom sports an attached bath with double vanities, whirlpool tub, and a tile shower.  The kitchen will have stainless appliances, a breadfast bar … (5 comments)

charlottesville: Take A Child Outside Week -What's Wrong With This? - 09/23/08 12:50 PM
This is Take A Child Outside Week.  Can you believe that we actually have a holiday expressly for taking a child outside?  What does it say about our society that we need to focus on making sure that children are going outside?  Don't children naturally play outside?  Apparently not anymore.  That is why nationally childhood obesity is on the rise.
Luckily Charlottesville, Virginia and Albemarle County are areas with a wide selection of outdoor activities many of which are aimed at children and families.  For instance there are many places available for hiking such as the nearby Skyline Drive.  Or you … (11 comments)

charlottesville: Glenmore Open House - 1961 Piper Way , Sunday Sept. 21 - 09/19/08 03:52 AM
Dont't Miss Viewing This Exceptional Glenmore Home!
1961 Piper Way, Glenmore, Keswick, Virginia 22947Open House, Sunday, September 21, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

5 bedrooms. 4.5 baths, 3,389 finished sq.ft., 1,314 unfinished sq. ft.,  $759,000
Two story colonial with a first floor master, three car garage with guest quarters above, level lot with mature landscaping, located just a short walk to the club.
Glenmore is a gated community with the amenities of a country club with golf course, tennis, pool, fitness center and gourmet dining, plus walking and riding trails and adjoining equestrian center.  This is an area with natural beauty, and … (4 comments)

charlottesville: Central Virginia Tax Rates - 08/26/08 08:59 AM
One of the many pieces of information to consider when looking for a new home is the tax rate.  In Charlottesville, Virginia, Albemarle County, and the surrounding area there is a large variation in the tax rates.  For some people this may be a determing factor as to which Central Virginia Country they would like to live in.
The following are the tax rate for Charlottesville, Virginia and the surrounding counties.
Charlottesville, Virginia - $.95/$100 of assessed value
Albemarle County - $.71/$100 of assessed value
Louisa County - $.62/$100 of assessed value
Fluvanna County - $.48/$100 of assessed value
Greene County … (2 comments)

charlottesville: What's New at Glenmore - Golf Maintenence Goes Green - 08/23/08 11:32 PM
What's so unusual about a green golf course?  Grass is supposed to be green.  In the latest issue of  Piper Magazine, the publication of the Glenmore Country Club, Tim Thomas, the golf course superintendent, talks about the proceedures that the Glenmore Country Club has implemented to make its golf maintenance as environmentally friendly as possible.
When the course was first constructed a fertilization system was installed that injects fertilizer directly into the irrigation water thus minimizing fertilizer runoff, since the fertilizer is absorbed directly into the soil.
The course also embraces the concept of integrated pest management which has the goal … (2 comments)

charlottesville: Live Green - Measure Your Carbon Footprint - 08/22/08 07:43 AM
Green building practices and energy conservation are becoming increasingly more popular to consumers.  Each person on the planet adds to the emission of greenhouse gases.  Through the choices we make in how we live our lives we have the ability to lessen the amount of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases that we create. 
The Nature Conservancy has a carbon footprint calculator that we can use to measure the amount of greenhouse gases that we are creating as a result of our lifestyle.  We can use this calculator to see the areas where we need to make different choices in order … (5 comments)

charlottesville: Recipe For The Best Open House Ever - 08/21/08 01:26 PM
I just got home from the best open house ever held at Bowlers Mill Lake Estates in Louisa County, Virginia.  Tonight's event was a broker's open house designed to introduce this exceptional community to the Realtors. 
What ingredients combined to make this the best open house ever?
Picture a perfect summer evening The next ingredient is a beautiful natural setting There is a band playing sort of a blusey country rock Excellent barbeque is on the menu Don't forget a fire and smores for dessert Add in 4 wheelers for fun while touring the lots And the best part was kayaks … (10 comments)

charlottesville: A Waterfront at Lake Monticello - The Perfect Second Home - 08/20/08 09:14 AM
A waterfront home at Lake Monticello is the perfect choice for a second home.  Although the majority of the homeowners at Lake Monticello live in the community year round, we are also seeing a number of clients from Northern Virginia who have discovered that a waterfront home at the Lake makes an excellent second home investment.
Latke Monticello is a gated community located in Fluvanna County a short drive from Charlottesville, Virginia.  The heart of the development is a 350 acre manmade lake with 22 miles of shoreline.  A wide range of amenities such as boating, swimming, golf, tennis, fishing and basketball … (4 comments)

charlottesville: What's Happening At Glenmore? - The Glenmore Olympics - 08/19/08 02:17 PM
We have all been marveling at the feats of the Olympic Athletes.  Now its time for the Glenmore Olympics!  Unlike the real Olympians, all you need to be a competitor at the Glenmore Olympics is enthusiasm and a sense of humor.  Teams will consist of 6 peopleand can be any combination of ages from 6 to adults.  A minimun of 4 teams is needed.  So form your teams and sign up. 
The competition will take place on Saturday August 23 starting at 9:00 am.
Schedule of events:9:00 am    Running of the torch.  Starting in the front of the Clubhouse9:30 am    Field … (0 comments)

charlottesville: Documents Needed to Apply For A Mortgage - 08/18/08 06:01 AM
For first time homebuyers and even buyers who currently own a home, applying for a mortgage can be daunting.  It is easier if you have an idea about the documentation that you will need to supply in order to obtain a mortgage.
You will need the following documents:
The signed contract and addenda Social Security card and photo ID Past 2 years employment history including pay receipts or W-2 Checking and savings account statements for the past 2 months Past 2 months statements for all stocks, bonds and investment accounts Retirement Plan - current statement If you are self-employed you will … (2 comments)

charlottesville: Looking For Affordable Housing Near Charlottesville, Virginia - Consider Lake Monticello - 08/17/08 05:59 AM
One of the best choices for affordable housing near Charlottesville, Virginia is the gated community of Lake Monticello.  "The Lake" is located in Fluvanna County about a 20 minute drive outside of Charlottesville, Virginia.  Homeowners enjoy a wide range of amenities including golf, tennis, swimming and boating.
The neighborhood consists of homes in a wide range of prices and styles.  Currently there are 109 homes on the market at Lake Monticello priced under $250,000 and of these 42 are priced under $200,000, beginning at $154,900.
For example 5 Patriot Lane is currently listed at $225,000, with 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths  and … (0 comments)

charlottesville: Where do the locals go? Lunch at the gas station - 08/14/08 02:26 PM
Whenever you go to a new area, the key to finding the best places to eat is to discover the local hangouts.  So in Charlottesville, Virginia where might that be?  Well one of the best places for lunch is the Bellair Market.
The Bellair Market is sited on route 250 just west of Charlottesville in the Exxon station just across from the Bellair development.  That's right...in an Exxon station.  The market does a large takeout business, but there are also several tables to eat in and the food is delish. 
I stopped in yesterday to get a sandwich and ordered turkey … (2 comments)

charlottesville: What's Happening At Glenmore? - 08/13/08 02:29 PM
The Glenmore Country Club has a full schedule of member activities planned for this week. 
Wednesday evening the drive in movie at the tent pad will feature The Wizard of OZ.  Drive up in your golf cart or bring a blanket and enjoy this film classic under the stars.
Thursday August 14 don't forget the G.C.C. Member Cocktail Hour from 5:30-6:30 pm.
August 11-15 from 9:00am-3:00pm juniors can hone their tennis skills at the Junior Tennis Camp.
Also on Friday, August 15 tennis members will enjoy the Hurricane Social from 6:00-8:00pm.
Sunday Sugust 17 join the guided Rivanna River Club Canoe … (0 comments)

charlottesville: 5 Patriot Lane, Lake Monticello - 08/12/08 01:43 PM
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Pam Dent

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Charlottesville, VA

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