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Loft style one bedroom in the main lodge. Great rental property and well located for ski, restaurants, shopping and all of the activities Wintergreen offers.

This is a 1 bedroom condo with 2 full baths and the master bath has been renovated recently. It is walking distance to everything on upper mountain and ski shuttle stops at front door. It also has one of the most spectacular views at Wintergreen.

A stunning villa, and a stunning value. Updated, beautifully furnished, elegant & convenient, it’s ready to be enjoyed by the new owner. Exceptional location near shops, skiing, activities and the market. Right next to the Laurelwood pool. Updated mechanicals. Gorgeous landscaped grounds.

Comfortable two bedroom unit with a spectacular year round view of the Rockfish Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Ready to move into with new appliances, this property is a great get-a-way destination to enjoy both the comfort of the summer season and the excitement of the winter white.

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929 Diamond Hill

$149,000.00 MLS#516375

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Spectacular view of Shenandoah Valley, day & night, walking distance to all upper mountain facilities. Shuttle stops at front door, easy access, minimal steps. Sunset views and views of George Washington National Forest and wonderful night views of the Shenandoah Valley.

This condo is unique for several important reasons. It is a ground floor condo with access to a large, grassed area via the rear deck. The access is elevated, but only (5) steps from the car to the front door. Located on one of the highest points at Wintergreen and has better views than some condos higher up. It is in great condition and the perfect place for someone with a pet.

Spacious 3 BR, 2 BA top floor condo on the golf course. Very nice floor plan with cathedral ceilings in the living room and dining area. Kitchen is open to both the dining and the living room. Wood burning fireplace with wood provided by the condo association all year round. Many upgrades. Condo is fully furnished. Fairway Woods neighborhood is only a short walk to the Spa Center, The Nature Foundation and the Devils Knob golf and tennis center and restaurant.

Some of the best ski slope and mountain views offered from a ski front villa at Wintergreen. Large windows to take in all the ski slope action. Beautiful, open and very bright floor plan. Extremely easy access from parking to the condo. Many recent upgrades. This condo is the perfect retreat for not only the ski enthusiast but for the ones that love to come to Wintergreen all year round. Enjoy active views in the winter and the peace and quite of the mountain views in the summer. Fully furnished.

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One of the biggest features is this is a top floor end unit with an elevator to the 4th level. Sited on the crest of the Blue Ridge, it has views in two directions. It is located across the street from 3rd tee of Devils Knob Course and walking distance to tennis, clubhouse and spa. Ski shuttle stops out front. This building has many distinctive architectural features. This is a 4BR & 4BA, with a separate den/library. Individual ski closets convenient to parking. A very spacious floor plan with many interior upgrades not found in most condos.

The perfect top 4 br condo with stunning views! 8 steps from the parking lot to the entrance. 2 master bedrooms with private decks on view side. Many upgrades. 3 New flat screen TV’s, ceiling fans, new top of the line Karastan wool carpet, new lighting, Re-designed fireplace, new wet bar, refinished kitchen cabinets and high end GE appliances. New vanities and sinks and granite tops in the baths, enlarged lower master bath shower, hot water heaters replaced, solar shades installed, new sub flooring installed, all windows and doors replaced, new storm door added, and much more!

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9704 Patrick Henry Highway This handsomely-renovated 1840 Virginia farmhouse is a must see! Huge living room, cozy den and wet bar, country kitchen, formal dining room, sunroom, 3 BR (all with private baths), bonus/loft room for extra guests and another full bath. The original old bedroom has a sitting room as well, making it a private and delightful little apartment with its own staircase and entrance. Hardwood floors throughout the living areas. Porches and decks as well as a gazebo for entertaining and relaxing. Gorgeous landscaping, mountain views and multiple other building sites on this 47-acre farm. Outbuildings include a charming shed with a sitting area, a barn and a wonderful 1 BR, 1 BA cabin that used to be an antique shop and art gallery. Great rental opportunity! The land is fenced for horses or cattle and there are many springs, streams and creeks on the property. Close to Nelson County breweries, wineries, orchards, cideries and all the amenties of Wintergreen Resort. Minutes to Nellysford shopping and the incredible Farmers Market! $599,000

687 Adial Road What is on your wish list? Water, views, acreage, proximity to Charlottesville? Look no further! Own 51 scenic acres with around 2,000 feet of Rockfish River frontage, phenomenal mountain views, plenty of open pasture for horses/livestock, and a classic farmhouse with barns. Multiple division rights and river and mountain view building sites. 30 minutes to Charlottesville and 5 minutes to Nellysford shops and Wintergreen Resort activities. A-1 zoning offers opportuntities such as farm, winery, brewery, etc. $525,900

116 Pine Ridge Road Country living yet convenient to Charlottesville and its amenities! This charming 3 BR, 3 BA home is situated on a large 2.3-acre lot with a landscaped yard and a creek! Large unfinished basement offers lots of opportunites. Private subdivision. Two maintenance and storage buildings on the property. Close to new brewery and the Virginia Distillery. $209,000

746 Findlay Mountain Road This one has it all! Field, forest, vintage renovated home and numerous outbuildings, all sited on 12 acres with mountain views. Renovations and additions combine to make this home “move-in” ready! You'll find up to 4 BR and 2 full BA over an unfinished basement. The grounds have extensive landscaping with numerous outdoor gathering spaces. A classic Nelson County small farm located in an ag/forestal district. $272,500

12750 Crabtree Falls Highway This incredibly scenic 41+ acres has long frontage on the South Fork Tye River. Adjoins the George Washington National Forest and offers a wealth of Blue Ridge Mountain recreation. Tumbling trout waters include a deep plunge pool and a broad pool for relaxing time at the river. An affordable large parcel for hunting, fishing, hiking and camping. Get outside! $79,000

Cub Creek Road Parcel Mostly cleared 10.4-acre parcel with a gentle grade and state road frontage. Seasonal views and small stream on property. Within minutes of Devils Backbone Brewery, Wild Wolf Brewery, Bold Rock Cidery, Wintergreen Resort and all the other amenities Nellysford has to offer! Motivated seller. Reduced price! $75,000

Wi n t e r g r e e n R e s o r t 15 Marble Lane This charming mountain cottage is ready for you to make it yours in time for ski season! Open floor plan with vaulted wood ceilings, woodstove, screened porch, and paved drive. There are 3 BR and 2 full BA. Recent improvements include new carpet, updated plumbing, water heater. There is duct work in place for adding central air conditioning. Located on a private wooded lot. Easy access to skiing, dining, shopping, tubing and much more! A great buy. $179,900

20 Briarwood Lane This beautifullymaintained, 2 BR, 2 BA town home is the perfect alternative to a condo or detached home, offering the carefree living of a condo with the privacy of a home. Located on Devils Knob, just a short walk to golf, tennis, spa, dining and miles of hiking trails. During ski season you are just a short shuttle to the slopes. The spacious great room offers a sunken fireplace pit and an ample seating area. And it is open to the kitchen as well. The bright dining area with adjacent powder room completes the first floor. Upstairs is a large master suite with Shenandoah Valley views and a guest room with bath. $139,000

2117 Fairway Woods What a deal! Don't miss this one. Great rental potential on the golf course at Fairway Woods. This 2 BR, 2 BA condo is sold mostly furnished with some exclusions. Walk to the Wintergarden Spa and to the Nature Foundation! Priced to sell! $63,500

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Popular Gold-rated condo in Wintergreen Rental program. Perfect ski-in/ski-out location. Ground floor of Mountain Inn with easy access to resort amenities including dining, shops, meeting rooms. Great turnkey opportunity for steady rental income plus exclusive member access to Wintergreen resort. Open layout, nice finishes, beautifully maintained. Flat screen high-def TV high-speed Internet, WIFI on location. Handicap access - Upgraded Kitchen – Beautiful Decor! Offered at $79,500 Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498. (532572)

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134 Eagles Court Condo Best of what the mountains have to offer. True ski in/ski out location... first level walk-out to Eagles Swoop. Enjoy beautiful mountain vistas from this 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo. This unit has a very open floor plan with a cozy fireplace. Great location across from the WTG market and other amenities and dining options. Tastefully furnished. Highly desirable location in Eagle Court. First level units now approved to have hot tubs. Great rental potential if desired. Offered at $164,900. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. (541716)

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141 Far Knob Climb Terrific homesite of more than 2.5 acres boasting panoramic mountain views across the Rockfish Valley. Easily accessible road frontage for construction of a driveway to into the parcel. Slope of lot provides potential for excellent year-round mountain vistas. Wonderfully private setting yet still an easy two minute drive to Stoney Creek amenities (golf, tennis, swimming, dinning, fishing). Bring your own builder or ask us for builder recommendations. Build now, or hold for investment and build later. Offered at $68,000. Contact Brian Chase 434-296-9860 www.goWintergreen.com (539331)

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Join those Wintergreen property owners who call Blackrock Circle their favorite area of Wintergreen. The slope on this corner lot is perfect for a home with a walk-out basement, and the lot offers mountain views. Enjoy the splendors of Wintergreen from your own vacation retreat. Public water and sewer available. Less than a five minutes to golf, tennis, skiing, dining, and spa services. Bring your own builder or ask us for builder recommendations. Build now or later (no build-time requirement). $35,900. Contact Brian Chase 434-296-9860

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This spotless unit is always rented so if you want a proven rental look no further! Wintergreen Resort rental program, it is beautiful, convenient to everything but quiet with south facing views (in season). Walk to the Mountain Inn, ski slopes, restaurants and more. Comfortable and classic with updated furniture and furnishings. New bathroom, kitchen cabinets, granite counter tops and appliances and lighting fixtures. Offered at $64,900. Call Rod Phillips 434-987-6399. rodfphillips@gmail.com (535233)

Totally renovated inside & out! 2-story, 2BR/2BA, 907sf condo w/vaulted ceilings. Includes all appliances, furniture & fixtures! Sleeps 6. New hardiplank siding, W/D & showerheads; Newer Kit appliances, Maple cabinets & countertops. Newer bathroom vanities, faucets, light fixtures & toilets. Master BR on main level. Only 3 stairs fm pkg lot. Assoc supplies wood for FP. Ski closet. Short walk to ski slopes, Mt. Inn & great restaurants. Rental income is above average. $114,900. Call Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293 smsales1@aol.com (533153)

Attractively updated end unit with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, on one level. Updated flooring and elegant furnishings. Ground level access off the deck to grassy area. Short walk to Spa-Aquatics-Fitness Center, Devils Knob Tennis & Golf. Reduced! $160,000. Contact Brian Chase 434-296-9860 www.goWintergreen.com (508360)

3227 North Ridge Condo Looking for a great value in a 2 bedroom condo at North Ridge? Look no further! This quality and elevated unit has been well maintained and includes attractive furnishings. Plus, it’s an end unit with master bedroom overlooking landscaped surroundings. North Ridge is across from the Tennis Center and is a short walk to the Spa and Devils Knob Golf. $97,500. Contact Brian Chase 434-296-9860 (538893) www.goWintergreen.com

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thepublishers It was one of those really hot afternoons and the plan was to quickly shoot up Afton Mountain to run some errands in the valley. Shame on us for choosing the interstate. Without any roadside warnings, traffic ground to a halt and the “Are we there yets?” turned into “Mommy, why aren’t we moving?” Windows down, parking break on, we sat for nearly an hour. “I’m hungry,” moaned Adam. This is why I carry a month’s worth of snacks in the back of the truck. Right around the time the guy in front of me with North Carolina plates had rearranged the junk in his trunk for the umpteenth time, traffic began moving again. “Wow!” both kids squealed, as we inched passed a burned out car. As we picked up speed and cars started zooming by, I apologized to the kids for the long wait, and our trip settled back into the hush of a highway hum. “Mommy, we are so lucky.” “Why are we lucky, sweetheart?” I asked, trying to catch Peyton’s glance in my rear view window. “We saw a burned out car! How lucky is that?!”

Trapped in traffic for nearly an hour, the kids should have been hot, cranky messes. Sure, the driver of that car had seen better days but the kids had gotten to see the charred, smoldering guts of an automobile! Several days later, we awoke to the misfortune of discovering our meat chickens had been slaughtered by a skunk, who we promptly punished. With the same fascination of a child staring at the charred remains of a car, Adam stepped outside to survey the carnage. His assessment: “The chickens are going to heaven. And if we had heaven binoculars, we could see them.” Heaven binoculars. Next time I’ll stuff them in the back of the truck, along with the snacks. Enjoy! Yvette and Tommy Stafford

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in October of 2015, the idea visited more insistently, and urged on by some tipsy wine tasters, the dream began to take shape. Yet I’m not sure if any of us really believed it would ever happen … until it did. Provence is the land of crisp rosés and full-bodied reds, of resonant sounds like the clink of glasses over laughter and the hum of the cicadas, of ochres and olive greens, yellows and blues, of fragrant scents of lavender, rosemary and thyme, and bread baking in the predawn hours. There is a solemn tranquility, about which Durrell said, “Landscapes of an almost brutal serenity.” There is a reassuring certainty to the rituals and traditions of life in the small villages — the markets, the meals, peaceful patterns and rhythms. And there is the light — light of heartbreaking clarity. In late summer, golden light blankets everything, as if in quiet benediction. Here is the land of van Gogh and Cezanne, and of Petrarch and the Troubadours. Here is where shepherds still herd their sheep, and seek out quiet hillsides to eat simple fair: bread, cheese, a dash

of olive oil. Here is a land of enchantment. And, because of you, staff members were able to experience this enchantment. In Nice, at the trip’s finale, the sun smiled down as always, and a few of us floated in the Mediterranean, buoyed by the salty sea, but also by a great and generous sense of “Bonheur.” Thank you all, our loyal customers, who helped make this dream a beautiful reality. Château de Ségriès, Lirac, 2014 – Of course no trip to Provence is even close to complete without a visit to Anne and Frederic of Château de Ségriès. Now, the question becomes, how can we entice our beloved friends to visit us, and return to them such gracious hospitality? Their Lirac has long been a favorite with customers. On the nose, look to find raspberry and cherry aromas, mixed with spicy cinnamon and clove, and a hint of garrigue (the rosemary, thyme, lavender and sage that make up much of the terroir in parts of Provence.) On the palate, there is more cherry, together with licorice and cocoa. $18.99

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Not all of Timmy Smith’s coffins and caskets go straight to the grave. They can double as bars, tables and bookcases. We’re dead serious.

With every boom, there’s a bust. Baby boomers included. “We’ve lost 14 friends since February,” says Timmy Smith from a chair near the kitchen of his cottage in Swoope. Timmy’s a carpenter and his friends know he can build a nice box. It wasn’t too long ago that he got a call from a pal who had recently moved from Batesville to the Outer Banks. “Her husband called me and said his wife had just died on a Thursday and if they could have a coffin by Saturday.” So Timmy went to his workshop and grabbed some boards. These were white pine. Coffins have six sides. Caskets have four and the box is rectangular. His friend’s wife was getting a coffin. “I went up and delivered and helped the husband dig his wife’s grave and that Saturday, we had a beautiful organic hippie funeral.”

a stack of plates. “It gives everyone a place to be in the process, whereas if you walk into a church and sit in a pew in your black dress and mumble through hymns that you’ve never heard before ... That to me is an awkward moment, instead of it being ‘His favorite song was ‘Papa was a Rolling Stone’ and lets sing it, as best we can.” Her tomato sandwiches are killer. We talk about the tomato crop this year, which wasn’t so killer. Pancreatic cancer. That’s also been a killer. I didn’t know my father terribly well but he died just weeks ago from complications of the disease. He either downplayed or kept the severity of his illness private. As a professional cyclist, he came to this country on a bike and he left the world on one, pedaling his brains out, right up until a few days before his body finally gave out. 2016 has been quite a year. continued on page 14

And that’s pretty much how it would have been in the country decades ago. Maybe not so much the hippie part, but crafting a pine box and digging the grave yourself and with friends was common. “You were buried on your farm in a pine box, shallow and returned to dust and replenished the earth basically,” mentions Timmy’s partner in crime, Victoria Beecher Godfrey, as she slides over a plate of tomato sandwiches. “I think socially we’ve lost sight of the catharsis of preparing a body for a burial, of building that box and digging that hole, providing sustenance for the mourners and the workers,” she says, setting down

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“A coffin wasn’t even the kind of thing we were even thinking about so the fact that we had this beautiful handmade piece from somebody that we love, and the love that went into that, it was hugely, hugely important to us. It was a very big deal.” Little Leo was laid to rest in the yard of Kate’s husband’s family’s home in Charlottesville. The family’s been able to hang on to that property for a century so it seemed like the perfect place for Leo. The act of burying him there made sense. “For people like my husband and I ... We’re working class people. We don’t have savings. We put our money into his birth.” A proper burial. Everyone seems to have a different definition of that. My father died in a hospital in Columbia. Friends and family viewed him that evening and put him in a casket the next day. It wasn’t a simple country burial but it wasn’t nearly as elaborate as some funerals can be. “$14,000 for a casket!” Timmy said, talking about the money a friend had to spend for his mother. “And that didn’t include the vault.” Timmy’s caskets start at around $700. He shows me the one he built for himself. It’s currently being used as a china cabinet in the dining room. The shelves are removable. Victoria’s is sitting alongside a wall, emptied out. Hers is a coffin, a six-sided container like you’d see in an old Western. I tried it out and it fits just right, pretty comfy for a death box. Victoria is living with severe pulmonary hypertension, which may put her on the fast track to having to use that thing. “That’s why I wanted Timmy to build my coffin. Having observed what happens in these situations: You’re going to have to vacuum. You won’t have time for this. So build it now and let me live with it,” Victoria says, turning to Timmy. (I think they’ve had this chat before). “If you go first, I’m going to have to call all your carpenter friends.” continued on page 16

The back door swings open and in walks Stauntonbased photographer Kate Simon, with her friend Wendy. Kate shot the pictures for this story and we’re finally meeting face to face. “I’ve gotten pretty used to the concept of death recently,” she says, picking up a tomato sandwich from the plate in front of her. “It’s real. It’s inevitable. So lets get comfortable with it.” Getting comfortable with death doesn’t mean you don’t cry or miss the loved one you lost. Maybe it means you accept death as a natural process. “Tim surprised us with a little coffin for our son who passed away in May. It’s the kind of thing that you don’t think about. When you don’t expect it, it’s the last thing on your mind when you are going through it. For us, I had only carried Leo for only 5 months .” She’s wearing a black dress. I don’t know if she meant to do that. But either way, I’m sitting across the table from a mother who lost her son just a few months ago, whose due date would have been around the time this story is published. I’m guessing she would have been bouncing him on his knee by now, or wearing him. “In the time between we had found out he had passed and the time he was born, we did a lot of thinking. We got to a place where we really noticed the wonderful things that came out of our son’s death. We had no idea we were loved so much.” Kate and her husband had funneled all of their money into preparing for Leo’s birth. Their minds, their wallets and their hearts weren’t ready for a costly funeral.

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No need to be creeped out by death, says Victoria Beecher Godfrey, who currently stores linens, candles and silverware in the coffin Timmy made for her. Timmy’s casket is a china cabinet in the dining room. For a gallery of Timmy’s latest projects, visit SmittysHardwood.com

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The fact that you can buy your coffin and enjoy it before you kick is mighty appealing. Coffin tables. Bookcases. A blanket chest. A bar! “All the hardware necessary – handles and things like that – can be attached later,” Victoria points out. I glance at the time and begin to say my good-byes. As I turn off the last country road before an interstate ramp, I see an antique hearse ahead of me. I didn’t get to see who was behind the wheel but I’m pretty sure it’s the handsome young cyclist from Uruguay who used to drive a cab in Miami years ago. BRL

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form of manly embarrassment, perhaps desperately seeking the shellfish’s much-avowed aphrodisia, the soldier was having none of it. To the barman’s offer he countered: ‘Oysters, or a shot to the face!’ Being unable to magically procure the mollusk in question, the owner was promptly executed. Only he didn’t die. Before bleeding induced by the bullet lodged deep in his brain put an end to him, the owner lingered for a few days and in the meantime was kept — get this! — in the building. And then, to further muddy the proverbial water, the killer wound up getting released on a technicality. “So is it the ghost of the saloon owner that keeps moving around silverware and turning down the radio?” one of Black Raven Paranormal’s guides asks a group of 10 – 12 riveted onlookers. “While we can’t say for sure, I ask you, is it not a strange coincidence that this atrocity occurred right there in the very room where the activity is happening?” Hoisting her black, candle-lit lantern toward the closed coffee shop, the guide surveys the group, her definitively rhetorical musing hanging in the chilly late-September air furtive as a cloud of unexplained mist. Furthermore, found the researchers—and informs the guide—in the apartments above the shop, there are often heard loud noises, like sofas, easy-chairs, dressers, what have you, are being shoved to and fro across the hardwood floors. Only, upon investigation, the furnishings are encapsulated in canvas; the room devoid of human presence. Whence then, the sounds? “In 1951,” elaborates the guide, her inflection more-so telegraphing than foreshadowing another onslaught of disturbing historical gossip, “after many days spent phoning and receiving no answer from his dearest friend, [Timmy Jones Johnson] hoofed it over and decided to pay his chum a visit. Only, when Timmy proceeded down the hall, he was struck with a sick feeling — his friend was a busy-body nearly always moving things around, but the apartment was quiet. Dead silent. When Timmy knocked on the door, the door creaked open. And as the door swung slowly into the room, and the stench struck him full on in the face, what do you think he saw?” Indeed. What did poor Timmy see? Beyond the skin-crawling undertones—not to mention the grand excuse for a lamp-and-moon-lit stroll around one of the prettiest mountain cities in the country — the really fascinating, entertaining, and ultimately enjoyable thing about Mr. Seibel’s Staunton Ghost Tours is how hard his guides work to construct a gossip-rife, lurking-just-below-the-surfaces alternative history of an otherwise upstanding town. Post one of these, strolling about in daylight hours makes for an imminently chucklesome contrast. BRL

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960 Diamond Hill Condo This incredible 2 bedroom, 2 bath ski-in/ski-out condo features beautiful views and is located in the heart of Wintergreen Village! Turnkey furnished in Exquisite Victorian antiques this amazing unit is a short distance to all the activity on the mountain! Offered at $223,500! Call Jon Tsakis for details 540-836-9211 jon.tsakis@gmail.com (527911)

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Enjoy Fantastic Views of Crawfords Knob from your living room and deck! This recently remodeled 3 bedroom home offers a great open floor plan. Spacious Kitchen and Dining Room Area. Stone Fireplace and pine cathedral ceilings! NEW HOT TUB! Granite Counter tops and Kitchen Aid appliances. A warm decor awaits your touch! Must SEE!!! Offered at $329,900 - Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498. (532319)

421 Blackrock Drive Really Nice Building Lot on Tyro! Seasonal Views of the Ski Slopes & Blue Ridge Mountains. Walk to the Slopes /Black Rock Market / Mountain Inn / Hiking Trails or Dining! Motivated Seller!!! $80,000. Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498. (548004)

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This luxury 5 bedroom custom home being built by Shenandoah Valley Construction has seasonal mountain views, with a quiet wooded setting. Ready for your interior finishes and customizations. Come preview this amazing custom home; our Newly Constructed Model, boasts two family rooms, 3,700 sq. ft. and an attached garage. Enjoy the 2,500 square foot of expansive decking! Many upgrades include hot tub, steam shower, wet bar, 2 wine coolers, granite counters, two fireplaces, stainless appliances and custom tile work. Pre-wired for sound, security system, generator & smart house system. Offered at $595,000. Call Jon Tsakis for details 540-836-9211. Jon.Tsakis@gmail.com (551974)

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Well cared for furnished three bedroom home with seasonal views in the Blackrock area, close to Tyro slopes. Updates include nice hardwood floors, redone wood burning stone fireplace, and updated furnishings. Cathedral ceiling in family room gives home a more spacious feel, with lots of morning light. Very private lot with lots of privacy, level parking, and bordering on not to be developed green space. Two full baths with some updates and a unique nook for office space. Large master bedroom enjoys views and has access to a private loft area that can be storage space or a “kids getaway”. Short drive to mountain village area and its amenities and events. Offered at $299,500. Call or text Steve Marianella 434-566-1293, or email: smsales1@aol.com. (549755)

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Location, Location, Location! Devils Knob Loop, Golf Front Home with Mountain Views! Brand new luxury 5 bedroom custom home built by Shenandoah Valley Construction. Features two family rooms, 4,000 sq. ft. and an attached garage. Enjoy the 2,500 square foot of expansive decking! Many upgrades include hot tub, steam shower, wet bar, 2 wine coolers, granite counters, two fireplaces, stainless appliances and custom tile work. Pre-wired for sound, security system, generator and smart house system. $649,000. Call Jon Tsakis, Builder 540-836-9211. (536651)

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71 Rosebay Lane Panoramic views of Crawford’s Mountain from this 5 bedroom mountain getaway. Soaring floor to ceiling stone fireplaces, hardwood floors, two family rooms, updated kitchen appliances and counters, huge decks and covered side porch. Attached garage, paved driveway, almost a full acre lot. Year round views from many rooms, including family and dining rooms, and main floor master bedroom. Nature conservation area borders rear of property. Walk to Chestnut Springs Pool and park. Quiet street with minimal traffic, but still close to many recreational amenities. Offered at $649,900. Call Steve Marianella. 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (532704)

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Wonderful home site of more than 2 acres boasting panoramic mountain views across the Rockfish Valley. A dramatic knoll is the ideal building site. Parcel overlooks the historic Crawford House. Build now, or hold for investment and build later. $49,900. Contact Brian Chase 434-296-9860 (528099) www.goWintergreen.com

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Some of the best year round views at Wintergreen from this home on an oversized lot (formerly known as an estate parcel) of 2.4 acres. Enjoy two wood burning fireplaces with heatilators and take in the great views from every room. Large decks, a screened porch, a THREE car garage with a hobby room above it that could be a 4th bedroom if needed. Lots of storage, hardwood floors, extensive landscaping and native wildflowers across the lot, a paved and level circular driveway and a low traffic secluded area of the resort, but not far from amenities. Nice floor to ceiling stone fireplace in the family room and a high cathedral ceiling. Listed by Steve Marianella for $599,000. Call 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (535481)

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One of the last Golf front lots at Wintergreen with Mountain and Valley views! Corner lot #42 on the resort map is a great location! Adjoins the 2nd hole on the Devils Knob Golf Course. Walk to the Devils Knob Golf and Tennis Center. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity. $150,000. Have Shenandoah Valley Construction build your custom dream home. Call Jon Tsakis for details 540-836-9211. Jon.Tsakis@gmail.com. (518823)

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This beautiful 2BR/2BA condo has Level floors - no step down. Appliances & water heater recently replaced. Escape the summer heat to play golf in the cool Mt. air! Watch golfers from deck, or thru wall of windows, as they come down the 18th fairway of Devils Knob championship golf course. Walk 2-3 min. to club house & upscale Devils Grill restaurant & bar. Walk to the Spa, tennis courts & Nature Foundation. Take the ski shuttle 2-3 min to Mt. Inn, ski slopes, shops & restaurants. Play Stoney Creek course in valley “all year.” Fully furnished. Unbelievable price! Assessed for $127,800. Asking price is only $64K! Call Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293 smsales1@aol.com (540372)

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3204 North Ridge Condo GOLD RENTAL - LIMITED 1 BEDROOM - 2 FULL BATHS!!! Enjoy panoramic views of Shenandoah Valley from your new home! Close to everything, this unit is just a short walk to Black Bear Cafe - Dog Park - Winter Garden Spa! Turnkey furnished and ready for you! Offered at $97,500 Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498. (532234)

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Stay and Play Tips for buying a vacation or second home

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By Marlo Allen Marlo Allen is a licensed Realtor residing in Nelson County

Earlier this year, Wintergreen was featured on the television show, The Coolest Places on Earth, which highlighted the best skiing and mountain retreats on earth. As a vacation destination, Wintergreen and Nelson County have become a respite for those seeking the natural beauty and recreation of the mountains and all that the area has to offer. Many come to play, and some decide to stay. Should you be in the market for a vacation or second home, here are a few tips for consideration before making a purchase. Understand location: Get to know the area. Take a few day or weekend trips to explore the local offerings. Purchase near activities that you enjoy such as hiking, biking, skiing, canoeing, golfing, etc. Consider driving distance. A retreat that is within a few hours’ commute may get used more than one taking a full day of travel. Hire a local real

estate professional as your buyer’s agent. A true local will know the real estate market for the area, and besides showing you property and providing guidance on price and possible offer, the agent can point out things that may be good to know. Agent knowledge and guidance is paramount when you may not have the same depth of understanding about the area. Determine type of home desired: Decide what type of home is the right fit for your specific needs and intended use. Do you need a small condo getaway, or large detached home that can accommodate extended family and friends? Do you want a place with lots of acreage for tremendous privacy, or would you prefer a small yard or place in the woods with no yard maintenance? Do you want something newer or recently renovated, or would you prefer something needing some TLC to perhaps get a better deal on price?

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Know what you can afford: Even if you are paying cash, speaking to your financial advisor or tax accountant can give you an understanding of how much funds you can extract and the impact to your overall finances. If you need financing, speak to a loan officer, or ask the agent for a local lender, who can take a look at your overall plans and help structure the purchase in a way that makes the most sense. If you do a 1031 exchange or are considering an option to rent the property, understanding the tax advantages and/or implications is a key aspect of establishing a purchasing plan. Consider extended cost of ownership: Plan ahead to make sure you have money in the budget to cover fees associated with ownership such as real estate taxes, property owner or condo association fees, and the cost of maintenance or unexpected repairs. Give serious consideration to renting the property, especially

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if you may not use it regularly or during peak tourist periods. Explore Airbnb, Vacation Rental By Owner (VRBO), or local property management companies. A property manager may be the best fit if you don’t want the hassle of ongoing management. While renting the property may not cover all the expenses, it can help offset the cost of ownership. Wintergreen and Nelson County offer something for everyone. Whether dreaming of a cabin on the river, a chalet on the slopes, a cottage in the woods, or a condo with a view, there is a place here for you that can fit any budget. Enlist the help of a local, qualified professional to help you find just the right one, so you can truly stay and play! Marlo Allen, frequently referred to as “That Girl,” calls Nelson County home. In fact, she grew up in Nelson County and helped found Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery of Nellysford. Marlo provides real estate services in Nelson and surrounding counties.

InsistOnThatGirl.com Wintergreen - Priced 100k below assessment! 673 Devils Knob Loop; #551222; $274,900 1,860 fin sq ft; 4Br/2Ba

NOT a cookie-cutter design! One owner, custom built deck house with vaulted, wood lined ceilings, exposed beams, and lots of windows to enhance the character, strength, and function. Open flow allows easy entertaining and the expansive windows allow the occupants to enjoy the privacy of the treehouse-like setting and the wonderful mountain views when the seasons change; located just yards from Devils Knob Overlook, so winter views will be similar. Extras: kitchen with pantry, bar, and breakfast nook, updated bathroom with granite vanity, floor to ceiling stone fireplace, 700+ sq ft attached carport with storage closets, deck, paved drive, and more. Sold furnished!

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A Homemade Christmas with Meg Laughon Thursday, Nov. 17

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Location: 230 Dogwood Ln, Nellysford, Virginia Offered at: $379,000 Comments: New home now 100% complete! You’ll see highest efficiency living and quality materials. High R-Values of R-50 in the ceilings and up to R-31 in the walls mean very low costs to heat and cool. Hickory floors except in bedrooms and hickory cabinets in the kitchen and bathrooms. Two gas fireplaces, vaulted and 9’ceilings, a 2nd family room downstairs, generous sized deck make this special. 24’x24’ double car garage, with insulated doors, is a great bonus. Master bath has beautiful stonework and glass door in the shower! Wooded lot is large @ 1.97 acres and 6 month mountain view. Contact: John L. McKeithen Mountain Area Realty 434-361-2440

Rockfish River Gallery of Virginia fine art and exquisite crafts

at the Rockfish Valley Community Center 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton, VA 22920 We are open all year Weds. through Sat. from 10 AM to 4 PM. 434 - 294 - 4668 Check our website for info, map and news. www.RockfishRiverGallery.com

Location: 9704 Patrick Henry Hwy, Roseland, Virginia Offered at: $599,000 Comments: This handsomely renovated 1840 Virginia farmhouse is a must see! Huge living room, cozy den and wet bar, country kitchen, formal dining room, sunroom, 3 BR (all with private baths), bonus/loft room for extra guests and another full bath. The original old bedroom has a sitting room as well, making it a private and delightful little apartment with it’s own staircase and entrance. Hardwood floors throughout the living areas. Porches and decks as well as a gazebo for entertaining and relaxing. Gorgeous landscaping, mountain views and multiple other building sites on this 47 acre farm. Contact: Julie Bendle Mountain Area Realty 434-996-8669

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48 Knob Hill Place Amazing views from this 6 BR, 3.5 BA home. Handsomely furnished. $695,000

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122 Shamokin Springs Trail Seasonal views. Walk to pool! 2 BR plus loft. $259,000

21 Split Rock Trail Updated 5 BR, 4.5 BA with family room on double lot backing on creek. $455,000

27 Chapel Hollow Road Here is a great opportunity to own a piece of history as well as a thriving business. Le Bleu Ridge Bed and Breakfast (5 Star, Trip Advisor) is located in the heart of Nelson County’s celebrated wine, beer and cidery region that has been described as the “Napa Valley of Virginia.” Built in 1887, the main house has two guest rooms, office/bedroom, an owners’ apartment, spacious living and dining rooms and kitchen. The separate guest cottage and the cottage used as a wine-tasting room add to the charm. High speed internet/fiber optic cable. Turn key and fully furnished. Two more cottages can be added. $637,000

115 Rosebay Lane Spectacular mountain views from this charming mountain home with lovely furnishings. 4 BR, large sunroom, garage. $639,000

117 Devils Knob Loop Exceptional golf front 4 BR plus family room and garage. $495,000

132 Rocky Road 180-degree mountain views from brick home and garage with apartment on 61 acres. $530,000

952 Blue Ridge Drive Great rental with 5 BR, 4 BA, exotic finishes. $439,000

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27 Veery Lane Charming and beautifully furnished golf front 4 BR with great rental history. $349,000

60 Hickorynut Energy Star, post and beam, walk to ski, 4 BR with den. $439,000

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224 Timbers Great rental on ski slopes. 1 BR, 2 BA. $94,500 2028 Stone Ridge Golf front, great rental. 1 BR, 2 BA. $69,900 3222 North Ridge Great rental, near tennis and golf. 3 BR, 3 BA. $169,000 2047 Stone Ridge 2 BR, 2 BA, golf front. $97,000 443 Three Ridges 2 BR, 2 BA, walk to skiing, $99,995 347 Dobie 2 BR, 2 BA, ski front, view. $189,000 2077 Stone Ridge 2 BR, 2 BA, golf front, great rental. $128,000

45 Wind Thistle Court Lovely Stoney Creek 3 BR home on private lot with pool. $379,900

18 Squirrel Tree Just in time for ski season, this 3 BR 2 BA is a short walk to slopes. $214,500

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NO LONGER AN EMPTY SPACE WITH PILES OF RUBBLE AND REBAR, THE ICONIC VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS BUILDING IS BACK IN BUSINESS.

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Spiritual Officer) and CFO. Bart (who has lived in Waynesboro for more than a decade), Chris and Jacque are heading up the local team. Now assigned a Waynesboro zip code, the old Metalcrafters building actually sits in a tiny section of town known as Basic City, which experienced a steel boom in the 1800s. Of course, they’ve learned quite a bit about brewing from Jacque, but the team has also learned a lot about plumbing (they hung all of the glycol, which cools the beer tanks — 17 feet in the air) and even interior decorating. “Bart and I made the tables out of 200-year-old reclaimed heart of pine wood from the Virginia Textile Mill,” explains Chris, who only recently moved back to the east coast after years of nagging from the family.

Bart Lanham holds a stout at Basic City Beer Co. At press time, the brewery had yet to announce a grand opening date but is expected to open its doors this fall.

Chris, Bart and Joe Lanham’s dad was drinking Sierra Nevada before it was cool to drink craft beer. So the brothers, who grew up in Northern Virginia and now own and operate the area’s newest brewery, are no stranger to good beer made in small batches. And when their dad passed away, they decided their was no time like the present. Along with Jacque Landry, former South Street brewer, the trio plans to open Basic City Brewing in Waynesboro later this month. And – just like the men and women who worked in the old Virginia Metalcrafters building where the brewery now stands – the Lanhams are no stranger to hard work. “When we started this project, we definitely weren’t wealthy people who could throw a ton of money at it,” said Chris. “We tried to do everything we could ourselves and we’ve definitely done some things we didn’t know we could do.” Joe, a pastor in Charlotte, is acting from afar as the CSO (Chief

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“The whole building is a reclamation ... For the table bases, we reclaimed the old sprinkler pipe from the metal crafters. We love rust. Bart, a chef and an artist (and bourbon drinker, but we won’t talk about that), even figured out a way to sculpt chandeliers out of conduit from the old building. But the coolest reclamation might be the six foot tap made of sprinkler pipe. “We tried to reuse everything,” he said. “That’s what starting a brewery is: DIY. That’s do-it-yourself. And just hope you don’t DIW: do it wrong.” Jacque’s beers are already getting top marks. Chris said Jacque is super scientific about his brewing process, which allows Basic City to create beers that are different from many other Virginia beers. They’re especially particular to New England beers like cloudy, hoppy Northeast IPAs. Eventually, he said their goal is to make something unique to Virginia that spreads to other breweries and eventually other places try to replicate. “We’re just going to try to brew Virginia beers and make people want to come to Virginia just for beer,” said Chris. “There are so many great breweries in Virginia. We call it brewery-oriented development.” BRL

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HOMES 35 Wild Ginger Ln.

$699,000.00 (1-K B 4) MLS#546265 Set on a private double lot with a beautifully designed oriental garden complete with pond and stream, this architect designed home is outstanding! Peaceful and serene, the architecture and setting are inspiring. Designed for one floor contemporary living, and built with the utmost quality by one of the area’s leading builders, this home welcomes you from the moment you enter, with a barrel vaulted hallway providing gallery space for an artwork collection. Beautifully designed window placement provides gentle light throughout this home. Spacious gourmet kitchen with breakfast room with views of the garden. Inside and out, this home is simply stunning!

98 Windthistle Ct.

$549,675.00 (1-E D13) MLS#542266 This home is as close to perfect as one can get. Meticulously kept and in mint condition. 3 zone HVAC, wired for a generator, native stone fireplace, master bedroom on main level, kitchen Aid appliances and soapstone counters, over-sized garage, “man cave” over garage, office off of master bedroom, gourmet kitchen, wet bar, hardwood floors. It has it all.

65 Pond Hollow Ln.

$599,672.00 (1-H C3) MLS#549340 This immaculate home was designed and built by Windjammer Construction for the current original owners. Careful consideration was given in site selection, offering spectacular views over the pond, as well as extreme privacy. Wonderful seasonal mountain views. Mature landscaping. Paved driveway. 2 car detached garage with covered breezeway. Wonderful screened porch. Open and flowing floorplan. Main floor master suite. Custom oversized oak woodwork and trim. Custom handmade staircase. Authentic stone fireplace soars into vaulted living room with ceilings. Library with custom cabinetry. Built in sound system inside and outside. Double HVAC systems. Security system and home run wiring panel. Brick and fiber cement exterior.

LOTS 291 Wood House Ln.

$39,900.00 (Valley Foothills 14) MLS#539844 2+ acres located at the end of a quiet culde-sac surrounded by nature, bordered by a flowing stream and nestled in a friendly private neighborhood.

324 Cedar Glen Close

$35,000.00 (1-V K9) MLS#532787 Mountain views and close to the golf course and club house. Great location to build your dream or retirement home. Property location is on the public water & sewer system.

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$69,900.00 (High Crest A3) MLS#551067 If you are looking for a golf front property with a view of the fairway and mountains, this is the one for you!

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William and Lilia Fenton, husband and wife of twelve years, met in 2001 touring castles in Germany. Today, in Nelson County, Will has built his bride a castle of her own. The Fenton Inn Bed and Breakfast opened in August, 2016, introducing Bavaria to the Blue Ridge. “I had a European wife, so I needed to build her a suitable habitat.” With plenty of experience under his tool belt, Will was ready for the challenge. “I worked at Monticello and then I went to Poplar Forest, which was doing a complete rebuild of a Thomas Jefferson summer home,” says Will. “I worked at Williamsburg and other places too, so I have faked history.” And once you’ve stepped onto the Fenton property, you will feel like you’re walking down the cobblestone streets of your history books. Will admits, “I wanted this place to feel like it’s been here for two hundred years on the outside, but on the inside have it energy efficient and high-tech.” A three-storied modern day castle overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. Fully equipped with a town square, gym, drawbridge, moat, and a movie theater. “Pretty much all the wood, everything that’s not pine, is off the property. All the trim, doors, beams, the furniture. Some of the smaller trees that would have been rejected as firewood, those made the more interesting boards,” says Will. “We really made use of every piece of wood. We had a number of hickory trees here and it’s very hard to cut and do much with, but it had really great edges on it so it made great mantles, and countertop pieces, and you just let them be the way they are.”

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Will may have let sleeping logs lie when he built the castle, but Lilia decorated it. Including the Captain’s Quarters, Swallow’s Nest, the Poplar Room, the Hummingbird Room, the Butterfly Room. Plus the Wilhelm’s House, which accommodates two private bedrooms and bathrooms on three different levels. “I think we’re a good team. We created all this village,” says Lilia. “We also have a ballroom that can accommodate up to 40 people for events or meetings, and we have the town square for maybe small outdoor weddings.” When he’s done with his chores, Will is allowed to go work, or play, with his next project: A two-floor building that will allow pets is already in progress adjacent to the town square. “We like exploring different options of what to do for the future,” says Will. High tea is an idea that’s been brewing and may be introduced later into the year, just in time for ski season. Guests of the Fenton Inn have much more to look forward to than simply the bed and the breakfast. Tucked literally into the hillside of the Blue Ridge mountains on Route 664, not too far from the Wintergreen Resort gatehouse, this idyllic little European village is a wild retreat and truly one for the storybooks. “Parts of Germany that you drive through look almost identical to Nelson County, minus the Bavarian Village,” says Will. “So we’ve solved that now!” BRL

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Beneficiary Designations in Estate Planning By Daniel L. Rutherford Rutherford Law Group, PC

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Did you know that your Trust or Last Will & Testament may not control all your assets? Your Trust or Will may direct that certain people or charities are to receive a portion of your estate, but they might never actually receive anything. Such mistakes are preventable and can be corrected by a careful review of your overall estate and financial planning. Beneficiary designations are the “wild card” in estate planning. Primarily, the problem with beneficiary designations (including POD and TOD accounts) is that the designation on file with the financial company or bank holding the asset will control the distribution of the asset – no matter what your Trust or Will might say. For example, if you have a Will that states your children are to receive your estate in equal shares, but you have your favorite charity listed as the beneficiary on your bank CD, at your death, the charity will receive the entire bank CD and your children would not get any part of it. Since beneficiary designations “trump” your Trust or Will, the Trust or Will take second place to the beneficiary designations. Previously, I had a client who was leaving her estate to a niece who had faithfully cared for her over the years. At least, that was what her Will stated. However, when we began to review her investment accounts and bank CD’s, we quickly noticed that every single asset had a different beneficiary designation and none of the beneficiary designations was the beloved niece. If the aunt had deceased at that moment (before we could fix it all) the dearly loved niece would have received nothing from her aunt. Of course, the woman quickly coordinated her beneficiary designations with her Will. Beneficiary designations are also known as transfer on death or payable on death designations, often using the acronyms TOD or POD. Beneficiary designations can be made on those assets that can be transferred to any beneficiary you desire upon your death. These types of assets are epitomized by life insurance but can include checking and savings accounts, retirement accounts (like IRA’s), 401(k)’s, bank CD’s, mutual funds, many kinds of investment accounts, and even possibly real estate (through the use of a Transfer on Death Deed). The use of beneficiary designations has become so prevalent that a person’s estate may almost entirely pass to their beneficiaries via this method!

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10th Annual Nelson FFA Bluegrass Benefit Saturday, October 8, 2016 4pm - 9pm Come and support the Nelson FFA as it makes its way to the National Competition in Indianapolis, IN the end of October. FOOD • DRINKS • SILENT AUCTION • BAKE SALE • 50-50’S RAFFLE

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embracetheadventure By Woody Elliott woodye@blueridgelife.com #EmbraceTheAdventure

Summer Season Round-Up Another season comes to an end. For most, it means an end to another hot Virginia summer. To me, its all that and more. It also means another busy race season for the Virginia Off Road Series is wrapping up. This year, the Virginia Off Road Series has seen one of its most competitive and busiest seasons. At press time, the series will be at or near its 22nd or 23rd out of 24 race weekends. That’s a whole lot of mountain bike racing! But wait, the actual number of races will be closer to 32 as some weekend’s host multiple races. In all of that racing lie many opportunities for our 2,000 + competitors to score points, earn respect from their fellow riders and burn some rubber on all sorts of terrain. To reel it in and give everyone a fair chance, competitors will earn their final points based on their seven best races, plus extra credit for their betterment of trails and their rid-

ers across the state. The Virginia Off Road Series has a long history of not only racing on some of the finest trails in the country to actually participating in building them as well. This extra credit, we call VORS PayDirt. Participants have an incredible selection of race venues across the state, literally, to test their mettle against their competition. Then their highest seven scores in their respective categories, plus their PayDirt, will determine that category’s Champions. Nelson County helped add to the energy this year, too. Wintergreen Resort hosted three separate weekends of racing for their first Tread & Trail Series, which added three events to the Virginia Off Road Series. By the time you are reading this, the first King and Queen of Wintergreen will have been determined after earning points from all the trail running and mountain bike racing over those weekends. The Tread & Trail

Series had some great local support from Bold Rock Hard Cider, Crozet Running, Blue Ridge Cyclery, Starr Hill Brewery and Wintergreen Resort Premiere Properties. And a Big Tip of the Hat to Bold Rock Hard Cider for being the 2016 Presenting Sponsor of the Virginia Off Road Series. So this calls for a party! Mark your calendars for November 5 at Bold Rock Hard Cider Barn in Nellysford: 9am – noon: The day will begin with Group Mountain Bike Rides: (starting at 9am). - World Renown Mountain Bike Racer Jeremiah Bishop will be leading a Advanced Ride - Bold Rock MTB Team will lead two separate rides: an Intermediate & Women’s Ride - Cutaway/Miller School Kids Skills Clinic for kids 6-12 years old Noon – 3pm: Then there will be a display from Trail Advocacy Groups from around the state to chat it up

about the projects plus other added activities. 3 – 4pm : Awards and Podium Call Ups 4pm – 6pm- Live Music from Andrew Alli & The Mainline (Fun Blues-style) Bold Rock Hard Cider will be donating $1/pint sold on the day to be divided among the attending Trail Advocacy Groups: • Charlottesville Area Mountain Bike Club • Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Club • RVA MORE – Richmond Area • Greater Lynchburg Off-road Club • Pathfinders for Greenways – Roanoke/Carvins Cove  James River State Park’s ‘Adventures on the James’ has one event to go: www.AdventuresontheJames. com   October 15th – Fall Festival and night time 5K trail run

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sam’sgarden By Sam Saunders Edge, LLC

When the Keys Change Hands At some time in our lives, most of us will come to the point where it is time to turn the keys to the front door over to another family who aspire to make your home theirs. That first impression of your home, even before they have entered the drive, can easily move the needle a lot closer to closing the deal. Through careful design and execution of a plan, your landscape can adorn your home like a dress on a bride and deliver a lasting first impression. These are some things that I would pay close attention to – from the drive to the front door. A driveway is much more than just a method of getting from the street to your home – it allows you to control how you present your home to anyone that visits. Some of my favorite designs move the driver in broad curves that often allow a guest to gain multiple perspectives of the residence before they park. By recognizing the most powerful image of your home and designing the drive to present this image before your guest leave their vehicle, can go a long way to create a lasting impression. Equally important is the functionality of the drive in regards to driving in, turning around and exiting. Nothing can be more frustrating than a poorly thought out drive that does not take these basic maneuvers into consideration. A radius of 20 feet is necessary for a turnaround, a depth of 32 feet is necessary for parking, backing and exiting and a width of 12 feet is needed for both driver and passenger to exit the vehicle and not be off the driveway surface. From a landscaping perspective, nothing is more powerful than clean simple designs and lines. Pay attention to the ebb and flow of your grass in relation to the landscape beds. Long flowing lines that can be driven

by an SUV are much more desirable than lines that mimic an EKG. Resist lots of perennials and annuals in the front of the home and opt for low and conical evergreens to both border the residence and frame the corners respectively. Also keep your plant list under control, in particular in the front. Few buyers care to inherit a botanical garden that screams maintenance upon stepping out of their vehicle. Vary shapes, textures and heights and use more of less. Finally, avoid clutter and be sure that you research the ultimate size so as to not cover intricate detail on the home. Stepping stones and gravel can work in the back or side garden but the front entrance should be made of a material that has concrete as the base in the least. It’s more than a way to move into the home – it is a runway where new bike riders will be baptized, little legs will be exercised and prom dates will take deep sighs. It is also the realization that we are in a zone 5-6 and snow is inevitable. Shoveling snow off of gravel or a stepping stone walk is not only difficult, but can lead to floor damage as particles of stone inevitably end up scarring floors. Lastly, the front walk should frame the front door with undeniable perfection – both in the material used, the shape and width of the walk and how it ties in with the drive and the front. By planting large trees or shrubs, either in groups or dispersed in the landscape, a form of anticipation is achieved with a guest as they move from the street to the drive - in particular when in used in conjunction with the aforementioned, meandering driveway. No home is complete without large broad trees to provide shade, anchor the home, decorate the drive and provide for our winged friends.

asktheDr. By Dr. Steve Schmitz Afton Family Medicine

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Dear Dr. Steve, What’s M.R.S.A.? M.R.S.A. (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, MRSA for short), has been the cause of lots of questions lately. So, here is some information that I hope will be helpful. MRSA is a type of bacteria that is not destroyable by many of our regular antibiotics (the penicillins). Thankfully, we do have other antibiotics that do get rid of it. MRSA has been around in hospitals for a long time and outside of them for a while too. Recently, however, the type that is found outside of hospitals has gotten a lot of press. MRSA can live on the skin, and in fact is found there not causing any trouble in about 1% of the population. The problem is, it can get into scratches or cuts or other breaks in the skin and cause an infection that is harder than normal to treat. A MRSA skin infection can look like a red area, a boil, a cyst, or a pimple. It is often red, warm, painful, swollen, and sometimes drains pus. A wound or boil that does not heal should be looked at by a doctor,

but even then knowing which are MRSA infections can be difficult. Sometimes we have to do special tests on skin infections to see if they could be MRSA. People worry a lot about contracting MRSA from surfaces, such as school desks or public restrooms. The truth is, it is not nearly as common to pass the bacteria this way as it is from skin to skin contact. But, because it is possible for bacteria to live on objects, it is wise to not share things like towels, sports equipment, and razors. Washing hands regularly may be the best way to prevent the spread of MRSA. If you do have a skin infection, keep it clean and keep it covered. It would be extremely hard to pass MRSA from a wound that is washed and bandaged. MRSA in the community is a problem, but thankfully it is a preventable and treatable infection. Dr. Steve Schmitz is a licensed medical doctor based in Afton. This column is provided as a service to readers of Blue Ridge Life Magazine and it does not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers of this magazine. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult your doctor.

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NELSON FARMERS MARKET COOPERATIVE Start: Oct. 1, 2016 8:00 am End: Oct. 1, 2016 12:00 pm Venue: Wintergreen Real Estate Phone: 434-760-6655 Address:Rt. 151 in the heart of Nellysford (NELSON) COMMUNITY BREAKFAST Start: Oct. 1, 2016 8:30 am End: Oct. 1, 2016 10:30 am Venue: Rockfish Valley Community Center Phone: 434-361-0100 Address: 190 Rockfish School Ln, Afton, VA 22920 (NELSON) APPLE AND PEAR TASTING Start: Oct. 1, 2016 9:00 am End: Oct. 1, 2016 5:00 pm Venue: Saunders Brothers Farm Market Phone: 434-277-5455 Address: 2717 Tye Brook Hwy, Piney River, VA 22964 (NELSON) APPLE BUTTER MAKIN’ FESTIVAL Start: Oct. 1, 2016 10:00 am End: Oct. 1, 2016 4:30 pm Venue: Silver Creek Orchard Phone: 434-277-5824 Address: 5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Tyro, VA 22976 (NELSON) OKTOBERFEST Start: Oct. 1, 2016 11:00 am End: Oct. 1, 2016 10:00 pm Venue: Blue Mountain Brewery Phone: 540-456-8020 Address: 9519 Critzer Shop Rd, Afton, VA 22920(NELSON)

OCTOBER 2 SUNDAY DONKTOBERFEST Start: Oct. 2, 2016 12:00 pm End: Oct. 2, 2016 5:00 pm Venue: Bold Rock Cider Meadow Phone: 434-361-1030 Address: 1020 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, VA 22958 (NELSON)

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LORD’S ACRE HARVEST SALE Start: Oct. 8, 2016 9:00 am End: Oct. 8, 2016 2:00 pm Address: 286 Avon Road, Afton, VA, 22920 (NELSON) NELSON FFA BLUEGRASS BENEFIT Start: Oct. 8, 2016 4:00 pm End: Oct. 8, 2016 7:00 pm Venue: Nelson Co. Middle School Auditorium Phone: 434-263-4801 Address:6925 Thomas Nelson Hwy. (Route 29), Lovingston, VA (NELSON)

OCTOBER 15 SATURDAY ADVENTURES ON THE JAMES NIGHT TRAIL RUN 5K Start: Oct. 15, 2016 End: Oct. 15, 2016 Venue: James River State Park Phone: 804-840-2185 Address:104 Green Hill Dr, Gladstone, VA 24553 (BUCKINGHAM) TIMBER RIDGE PRESBYTERIAN FALL FESTIVAL Start: Oct. 15, 2016 8:00 am End: Oct. 15, 2016 3:00 pm Venue: Timber Ridge Presbyterian Church Phone: 540-463-6939 Address: 73 Sam Houston Way. Lexington, VA (ROCKBRIDGE) DRUMHELLER’S ORCHARD APPLE FESTIVAL Start: Oct. 15, 2016 9:00 am End: Oct. 15, 2016 5:00 pm Venue: Drumheller’s Orchard Phone: 434-263-5036 Address: 1130 Drumheller Orchard Ln, Lovingston, VA (NELSON)

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DAHLIAS AND OTHER FLOWERS WORKSHOP Start: Oct. 6, 2016 10:00 am End: Oct. 6, 2016 2:00 pm Venue: Pharsalia Phone: 434-277-5231 Address: 2333 Pharsalia Road Tyro, VA 22976 (NELSON)

OCTOBER 8 SATURDAY PICK YOUR OWN APPLES Start: Oct. 8, 2016 9:00 am End: Oct. 9, 2016 4:00 pm Venue: Silver Creek Orchard Phone: 434-277-5824 Address: 5529 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Tyro, VA 22976 (NELSON) “PIT OF DREAMS” MUD BOG Start: Oct. 8, 2016 12:00 pm End: Oct. 8, 2016 6:00 pm Venue: Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire and Rescue Phone: 540-962-8302 Address: 11100 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Afton, VA 22920 (NELSON) 36

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businessdirectory Breweries BLUE MOUNTAIN BARREL HOUSE 434-263-4002 495 Cooperative Way, Arrington, VA NELSON COUNTY Come visit us at the Barrel House brewery and tasting room and discover where tradition meets innovation. Our tasting room is open Sunday-Thursday, 12PM6PM, and Friday & Saturday, 12PM-8PM. You can enjoy a tasting flight of our available beer selections, relax with a full glass of one of our fine ales or lagers, and take a complementary tour after your purchase if you’d like to learn about our special brewing process.

Construction (cont.) R.M. GANTT CONSTRUCTION 434-316-0090 www.RMGantt.com NELSON COUNTY R.M. Gantt Construction is a family owned business which has served the Central Virginia area since 1992. We concentrate on higher end residential construction by providing our team of professionals, consisting of our well trained and specialized Framers, Millwork Specialists, Project Managers, Estimators, and Interior Designers. We offer a turn key project.

Lodging BLUE MOUNTAIN BREWERY 540-456-8020 9519 Critzers Shop Rd Afton, VA NELSON COUNTY Blue Mountain Brewery is open 7 days a week bringing the revolution of real hand-crafted American beer to our corner of the world. Eight to ten Blue Mountain drafts available at all times, local foods for lunch and dinner, local wines & family friendly.

FIVE PEAKS AT WINTERGREEN – DOG FRIENDLY RETREAT 434-906-0496 www.wintergreenrent.com NELSON COUNTY 150 Five Star Reviews tell it all about this thoughtfully designed private hideaway in the Rockfish Valley of Nelson County. Minutes to wineries and breweries and restaurants. 15 minutes to the ski slopes. 35 minutes to Charlottesville. A favorite honeymoon retreat, yet comfortably sleeps 6 for family gatherings. 2 master suites, hot tub, and fully equipped chef’s kitchen. Reasonable rates!

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Real Estate (cont.) WINTERGREEN RESORT PREMIER PROPERTIES 434-325-8018 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen, VA NELSON COUNTY

BLUE STAR MUSIC 434-263-6746 177 Main St. P.O. Box 493 Lovingston, VA NELSON COUNTY 434-277-9209 2nd Stage, Amherst, VA AMHERST COUNTY NELSON COUNTY’S FAVORITE SINCE 1988 Musical instruments, service, repairs, rentals and supplies. Lessons: all styles and levels of guitar, including advanced jazz, banjo, bass, vocals, keyboard, drums, beginning mandolin, dobro and accordion. Mon. Wed. Thurs. 12-8 bluestarmusicva.com

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WINTERGREEN RESORT 855-245-5011 39 Mountain Inn Loop Wintergreen, VA NELSON COUNTY

When buying or selling real estate in Nelson County or Wintergreen, you can count on “That Girl” to get you results! Besides being a family business partner at Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery of Nellysford, I am also a recognized and trusted name in real estate throughout Nelson County and Wintergreen.

Wintergreen Resort is a four-season mountain retreat on the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Championship golf; seasonal skiing, snowboarding and snowtubing; an award-winning tennis program; a full-service, destination spa; indoor and outdoor pools; miles of marked hiking trails; 40,000 square feet of meeting and event space; charming lodging; and a variety of enticing dining options.

Visitor Centers WILD WOLF BREWING COMPANY 434-361-0088 2461 Rockfish Valley Hwy Nellysford, VA NELSON COUNTY Plan a visit to Wild Wolf and experience Chef Chris Jack’s amazing creations made with locally sourced ingredients, enjoy your meal inside or out with one of our 13 craft beers on tap then take your favorites home with you our awesome to-go beer selections. For private events contact aj@wildwolfbeer.com

Construction ELK MOUNTAIN CONTRACTING, LLC 540-241-9075 221 Old Tyro Lane, Tyro, VA AUGUSTA COUNTY Elk Mountain Contracting has been building custom log cabins and barns for 14 years. Using stonework and reclaimed materials to compliment your project allows us to provide a historic appeal to your structure. Services Provided: Reclaimed building materials, Custom log cabins and barns, Chinking, Stonework, General Construction, Cabin and barn restorations.

SOUTHERN COMFORT LAKESIDE CABIN RESORT 434-361-1613 2781 Adial Rd, Faber NELSON COUNTY

MOUNTAIN AREA REALTY 434-361-2440 2788 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA NELSON COUNTY

Situated on 200 beautiful acres, our two bedroom log cabins offer modern amenities that include central air, Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchens and comfortable furnishings. Whether you’re fishing or kayaking on our private lake; enjoying the views from your porch or walking the trails; your mind, body and soul can’t help but relax and become one with nature.

Mountain Area Realty offers full real estate services for Nelson County, Wintergreen Resort, Stoney Creek, and surrounding areas. Call our office 7 days a week for immediate professional service from one of our experienced agents.

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NELSON COUNTY TOURISM 434-263-7315 8519 Thomas Nelson Hwy Lovingston, VA NELSON COUNTY Experience the Sunrise Side of the Blue Ridge. From our mountains to the mighty James River. Wear yourself out at our wineries, breweries, cidery, and eateries. Then hit the sack in a cozy cabin or bed & breakfast.

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Medical SENTARA MARTHA JEFFERSON AFTON FAMILY MEDICINE 540-456-6710 10950 Rockfish Valley Hwy Afton, VA

WINTERGREEN REAL ESTATE 800-325-2200 3079 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, VA NELSON COUNTY

Family Medical Physician’s office specializing in preventive care, acute care,chronic illness care, pediatric and newborn care, women’s health, sports medicine, and geriatric medicine. All ages are welcome.

Wintergreen Real Estate Company is the founding company of Wintergreen. We are experts in resort sales, rentals and county property. We are the only company with an office on Devils Knob as well the entry of Stoney Creek.

DEMOCRACY VINEYARDS 434-263-8463 585 Mountain Cove Road, Lovingston, VA NELSON COUNTY Boutique winery and tasting room featuring estate grown wines near Lovingston. For more info, contact www.democracyvineyards.com or 434-263-8463. Hours of operation: Noon to 6 pm - Thursday through Monday [April to mid-December]; weekends in February and March.

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G REAL ESTATE Quiet apartment Quiet, onebedroom apartment. Hiking trails, space for garden. Furnished or unfurnished. Pets negotiable. References required. Posted By: Kay 22967 - Roseland/ Lowesville/Massies Mill (434) 277-9163 $550/mo Moble Home for rent 3 bdrm, 2 fbath, dishwasher, electric range, built in microwave, side-by-side refrig/ freezer, washer/dryer hookup, $650 deposit. Posted By: Helen White 22938 Faber (434) 263-8211 $650/mo Wintergreen Two Bedroom, Two Bath Two BR, two Bath condo, close to Spa and Nature Foundation. Fully furnished. Utilities and basic cable provided. Internet not provided, but is available. Posted By: Erlene Hendrix 22958 - Nellysford/ Wintergreen 757-377-1209 $875 monthly, off-season rate Prime Lovingston location! Nelson County! Seeking business proposals for prime Village of Lovingston commercial buildings. Will renovate to suit based on business plan viability, credit and use. DESIRED USES: Small market (great corner location), coffee and sandwich shop, barber shop, hair and

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nail salon, possible day care. Prefer uses that will generate foot traffic to increase the vitality of the Village! Will consider others. Posted by: John Bradshaw, Jr. 22938 - Faber (703) 742-6161 $n/a RENTED! - Country Cottage 1 Bedroom; 1 bath; eat in kitchen; includes kitchen appliances & washer & dryer; air conditioned; 1 car garage & work space; walking areas; pond view fenced in space for veggie garden; near Nellysford $850 month plus utilities – 750 sq.ft. References and credit report required. Pet negotiable with non refundable deposit Available September 1st 2016. Posted by: Dondi Brandon 22938 - Faber $850 Lovely Home in Shipman Recently renovated two-bedroom, one bath home for rent. $750/mo plus $750 security deposit required. No pets. Committed professional couples preferred. References required. Background/credit check required. Posted by: Ed Dowdy 22971 - Shipman/Rockfish (434)2636278 $750/month

CARS & TRUCKS 2002 Ford F-250 Lariat Diesel 7.3 Pickup Truck 2002 Ford F-250 Lariat Crew Cab Short Bed 4x4 with a 7.3L Powerstroke Turbo Diesel Engine and an automatic transmission. With only

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103,911 original miles. Posted By: Ruth Wilson AUGUSTA COUNTY 312-509-8750 $60619

FARM & TOOL Bee Hives Used: 2 deeps;3 mediums with frames;2 inner covers;2 bottom boards; 2 top covers (alum. sheathed); 2 top feeders;1 metal queen excluder.All in good condition. Posted By: JGrant Heggie 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-3251254 $99 (the lot)

HOME & GARDEN Vari-Kennel, extra large extra large, airline approved for dog 70-90 lbs.; chrome has rust, but could easily be painted or replaced, otherwise in excellent condition; used once to ship a dog. Posted By: Susan Gardner 24581 Norwood 434-996-7028 $75 Large windows for sale 100+ wood window sashes, approximately 48” x 52”, 6 panes of glass each, peeling paint outside, stained or painted inside. Reserve your choice of color and condition, available for pickup from mid September thru November. Posted By: Sara Taylor 22920 - Afton 434-361-0100 $20/ea Hearthstone Wood Burning Cook Stove Hearthstone Wood Burning Cook Stove. Deva100. PurchaseD new in 2008 or 09 from Acme Stove Company In Harrisonburg but never used

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Been in dry storage. New today is $4299.00 Must pick up Posted By: Martha Snyder 24476 - Steeles Tavern/Spottswood 540-377-9662 $3600

WANTED Part-time Weekend Office Receptionist Work will include every Sunday 9-1 pm and every other Saturday 9-1 pm. Office and Telephone experience needed. References would be great. Please call me for interview appointment. Posted By: Dondi Brandon22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-361-2445 $negotiable Handyman Looking for reliable person to help with chores on small farmette in Afton. Mowing, weed-wacking, spraying, fence repair, painting, general outdoor chores. Must be dependable with dependable transportation. Posted By: Ed Funke 22920 - Afton 248-675-5615 $10-13 depending on skills Part-time/ seasonal farm laborer needed. Part-time/ seasonal experienced laborer needed for fence mending, brush clearing, tree cutting. Must provide own transportation and be able to work weekends. Posted By: John Bradshaw, Jr. 22938 - Faber (703) 742-6161 $8 - 12 per hour/ negotiable based on experience.

FURNITURE Pine (light) coffee table Yellow solid wood pine coffee table 38” square x 16 1/2” high. Posted By: B Graves 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 540-422-9400 $30 Ridgeway Grandfather Clock Ridgeway Grandfather Clock for sale. Approximately 20-25 years old. Cabinet in excellent condition. Has not been set in recent years. Posted By: MJ Robinson 22971 - Shipman/Rockfish 540-471-9224 $250 Futon sofa and arm chair Futon sofa folds to queen bed. Red fabric arm chair. Both in good shape. Posted By: Barbara Fincham 22971 - Shipman/Rockfish 434-962-4286 $free Sleeper Sofa extra large 88” long. Colors are black, brown, gold, white plaid. Good condition. Posted By: Jean Brent 22922 - Arrington/Tye River 434-263-4395 $150

SERVICES Painting and All Home Repair Call us for your free estimate today. Proud to be your local painting contractor in Nelson and Augusta County. Posted By: Paul Burns 22958 - Nellysford/ Wintergreen 540-430-0522 $TBD

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