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310 Fortunes Ridge One of the few view lots available under $200K. This lot has views to the west and south, and lots of mountain laurel too. Front of lot is level for a driveway.

Quiet location almost at end of cul de sac. Bring your builder or let me introduce you to one! Listed by Steve Marianella for only $169,900 tel 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (501048)

415 Pedlars Edge Drive

3207 North Ridge

170 Rosewood Dr ~ Stoney Creek

Level lot in quiet area of resort on Blackrock side of Wintergreen Resort. Mature hardwoods throughout lot, lots of privacy. Bring your builder or let us introduce you to one of ours. $52,500 Call Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (489885)

Only $88,500 for a furnished condo with mountain views, two full baths, a full kitchen and a great location near Wintergreen amenities! Walk to golf, tennis, skiing and restaurants. Pergo floors, family room fireplace, separate dining area. This may not last long, great investment to use or rent this ski season. Call today, Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (492139)

New Price! RoseWood Village: Earthcraft Certified, Madison Villa with 1st floor master, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, gourmet kitchen, sunroom, superb craftsmanship, and many features of Universal Design.

RoseWood is a 55+ active adult community located in the valley of Wintergreen’s Stoney Creek. $402,700.

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78 Fox Run ~ Stoney Creek 1+ acre lot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Right around the corner from the Lake Monocan beach and picnic area, and just 2 minutes to golf, tennis, hiking, dining, fishing. Nearly level for easy building. Bring your own builder or contact us for recommendations.

Reduced $10,000!! Now just $43,100. Listed by Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (488833)

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304 Chestnut Place One of the most sought after areas in Wintergreen. Potential year-round views, private and quality homes throughout. A short drive to all amenities and beautiful winter views of the slopes make this a must see. Orange tape at front of lot is located on APPROXIMATE lot lines. Please refer to plat for more exact measurements or obtain survey. Possible seller financing available.$159,000. Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293; www.ExperienceWintergreen.com or smsales1@aol.com (494735).

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47 Bucksaw Lane Private wooded lot on cul de sac at Wintergreen. Priced to sell, hold as investment or build here now. Seasonal views. Listed by Steve Marianella at $45,000, 434-566-1293 or smsales1@ aol.com. (498182)

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466 Three Ridges Condo Cozy & convenient to the Mountain Inn, Shopping, Ski and Dining make this a perfect rental opportunity.

Freshly painted and priced to sell! This one bedroom, one bath condo with a wood burning fireplace and open floor plan awaits your personal touch! Back deck convenient for pets as it is ground level. $97,900. Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498 (497221)

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Winterwoods Homes

19 Lost Pond ~ Stoney Creek

A turn-key design/build company, Winterwoods Homes has partnered with the nation’s premier suppliers to deliver timber frame and stone designs of extraordinary quality.

Their industry leading partners include Vail’s Slifer Designs and Antique Cabins & Barns. The Winterwoods Homes portfolio boasts 40+ designs. Base prices from $200K - client customization available. For a complimentary design package, contact Brian Chase, Managing Broker www.goWintergreen. com 434-296-9860.

One acre corner lot on quiet cul-de-sac in the foothills of Stoney Creek. Among homes of significant value.

Enjoy a gently sloping lot with hardwoods - slope ideal for a walk-out basement! Three minutes to amenities (golf, tennis, swimming, hiking, dining, fishing).

Community water available. Reduced $10,000!

Now just $48,400. Listed by Brian Chase www. goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (488830)

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24 Stone Crop Lane Superb 5 bedroom home on Devils Knob Loop. Built in 2005, home features all modern construction materials & techniques plus vaulted great room, separate family room, winter views, granite counters, zero steps from parking to front door. Easy walk to Spa, indoor pool, coffee shop, and the Trillium shuttle stop. $499,000.

Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434296-9860 (499962)

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105 Saddleback Knoll Designed and built for retirement couple, this quality home provides easy one level living on main floor.

Impeccably maintained and improved on 1.3 acre waterfront lot. Great outdoor living spaces, gourmet kitchen, 3-car garage, living room with stone gas fireplace. A best value in Stoney Creek! 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. Reduced! $749,325. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen. com 434-296-9860 (448607)

Blue Ridge Mtn Acreage

106 Deer Springs Lane

1001 Devils Knob Loop

351 Dobie Condo

Extraordinary parcel w/ 280 degree mountain and valley views. Supremely private w/ multiple streams/springs.

Adjacent to thousands of Wintergreen’s permanent wilderness acres. Elevations 1600’-2200’. Minutes to golf, tennis, skiing, dining, shopping, area wineries & micro breweries. $975,000. Contact Brian Chase for details. www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (497651)

Like new GOLF FRONT home overlooking Devils Knob Hole #7. Three bedrooms with three full bathrooms, a 2 car detached garage, hardwood floors, fireplace and more. Large trex deck also has views of pond and lovely summer ferns. Listed by Steve Marianella for only $429,900. tel 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (501064)

Dramatic luxury home on Devils Knob Loop and golf course.

Perfect for entertaining guests, large family gatherings or primary residence. Located on the 16th fairway of Devils Knob golf course at Wintergreen Resort. Views of the Piedmont as well as the Shenandoah Valley. Gourmet kitchen with granite counters high end stainless appliances, double oven and more. Oversized master bedroom with Jacuzzi tub, and large master bathroom. Most furnishings convey including grand piano, pool table and all beds. $890,000. Listed by Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@ aol.com, www.experiencewintergreen.com (490471)

Three bedroom furnished ski condo overlooking the slopes at Wintergreen! Ready to go for this winter, fully equipped kitchen, 3 full baths, fireplace, extra storage, recently renovated building exterior. Only $290,000 investment! Call Steve Marianella 434-5661293, smsales1@aol.com (503106)

The Mountain Inn P.O. Box 706 | Wintergreen, Virginia 22958 Toll Free: 866-905-9777 | Office: 434.325.8018 | Fax: 434.325.8017 wintergreenresort.com homes@wintergreenresort.com

Sharon donovan, a native of Charlottesville, grew up around the construction industry and has watched Charlottesville and the surrounding area grow and blossom into one of the top ten places to live in the country. in 1980 Sharon began her career in real estate and went on to attain her broker’s license. She combines tremendous energy, experience, enthusiasm, and extensive knowledge of the local real estate market to give her clients and customers the best service one would expect from a top producer. Sharon utilizes her superior market knowledge to transform the oftenstressed home search process into one of enjoyment and satisfaction.

Call eve 434-825-1878

eve hesselroth lives in Charlottesville with her husband and two fantastic kids. She has known Charlottesville as a teenager, a Uva student, a parent and a professional. eve utilizes all of those perspectives to help her clients find the perfect home, or market the house they are selling. She loves matching people up with the right place for them. She brings patience, warmth and a sense of humor to the home buying and selling process. hablo español. to learn more about eve, email her at evehesselroth@gmail.com.

Beau Mont

Custom built by h. Ball...Bright & welcoming...1st floor master suite... fP’s in living & family room, lovely arched windows, butlers pantry, new hardwood floors & ceramic tile floors. Gracious curved driveway w/cobblestones & river stone set back off the road on private 2+ acres(in a terrific neighborhood) Western schools. very spacious rooms & unique architectural features. Southern style front porch, walk up attic, oversized 2car garage & aggregate patio...only 10 minutes to town. $550,000. ring Sonja 981-3523

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redfields

Less than 2 miles from Uva in oh so convenient Redfields, with its pool, walking trails, lake and playground. 4 bedroom, open, contemporary floorplan with kitchen and breakfast nook adjacent to family room, 2 story foyer and rear staircase. hardwood on main level, formal areas contain separate living and dining room. 2 car garage. reduced to $329,000. ring Sonja 434-981-3523

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Wintergreen Weekend HoMe

owner occupied “getaway” w/ wonderful taste in decorating & design. tasteful furnishings mostly being sold with the home (w/ a few items reserved). You won’t want to leave the deck or screened porch. large/open kitchen, dining, & living areas are the focal point of the layout, and lrge family room w/ entertainment center is perfect for entertaining! $695,000 Call Sharon 981-7200

faBulous floorplan/ gorgeous setting on 31 aC

Custom built w/ tasteful attention to details. Filtered sunlight fills the comfortable rooms, the covered front porch and screened rear terrace w/ outdoor fireplace extends the living space. The 1st flr features: mstr bedroom suite, in-law suite w/ 4 rooms, library, great room, dining room, & a state of the art/eat-in kitchen, laundry room & garage! $658,000 Call Sharon 981-7200

wonderful townhome in Cherry hill has 2 car garage and exceptional design & finishes. located in the heart of the city and better than new, this home offers open living areas w/ beautiful hrdwd flrs and a great kitchen design w/ fabulous alcoves. mstr suite w/ luxurious bth and walk-in closet, 1st flr study, fam room, & full bath (could be used as 4th Br. fenced rear yard w/ stamped concrete patio & deck. $299,900 Call Sharon 981-7200

Waterfront property on 10 aCres

lovely piece of land on the river boasting a beautifully crafted cottage with full basement and drive through garage. the kitchen features cabs that go to the ceiling, and opens to the great room with vaulted ceilings. hardwood floors & many other special features. Call today for an appointment to view. $335,000 Call Sharon 981-7200

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She is committed to integrity and a straightforward approach. She goes above and beyond normal service expectations and never stops looking out for your best interests. She feels strongly that in this business people come first. as a result, she gives 110% in every transaction. over 90% of Sonja’s business is personal referrals - why don’t you ring Sonja to see why her clients come back to her again and again?

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Spacious 4 BR, 2.5 BA Home Formal Living & Dining Rooms Fam Rm w/Woodburning FP & Laundry in Full Walkout Bsmt Screened-in Back Porch, Lg Back Yard Two Car Garage w/Room for Storage MLS# 503470 $180,000

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434-296-7171

“Personalized Real Estate Service”

MARGARET RAMsEy, 434/953-7057

E D C U D E 4 BR, 2.5 BA, LR, 1st Floor Master, 2nd Story Family Rm Full Unfin Basement w/Outside Access. 5.18 Acres Bright & Spacious and Move-in Ready MLS# 504124 $188,000

sPACIOus uPGRADED MODEL IN PREDDy CREEk! 5 BR, 3.5 BA. Wonderful Finished Bsmt & Garage Large Deck. Fenced Yard w/Picnic Area & Playground Amish Blt Shed. Easy Access to Schools, Shopping, NGIC & Airport. NO HOA! MLS# 503134 $325,000

bEAuTIFuL A-FRAME HOME ON NEARLy 4 ACs 3 BR, 2 BA Plus Lg Great Rm, Eat-in Kit, Den/Fam Rm Private Master Suite Upstairs. Full Walk-out Bsmt Wide Wrap Around Porch. Easy Commute to Ch’ville MLS# 503481 $215,000.

bEAGLE GAP RD, GREENWOOD! Homeowner or Investment Opportunity 3 BR, 1 Full Bath & 2 Half Baths Living Rm, Dining Rm Full Basement w/Family Rm Fenced Yard. Extensive Decking MLS# 503958 $112,500

JuLIE HOLbROOk, 434/989-4415

MARGARET RAMsEy, 434/953-7057

MARGARET RAMsEy, 434/953-7057

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RObERT RAMsEy, 434/242-2280

JuLIE HOLbROOk, 434/989-4415

RObERT RAMsEy, 434/242-2280

JuLIE HOLbROOk, 434/989-4415

Walk to the Mall - Currently 3 Apartments Live in One & Rent Out the Other Two Or Easy Conversion Back to Single Family 2900 Plus Finished Sq Ft Built in 1937 & Retains its Original Charm MLS# 503281 $625,000

MARGARET RAMsEy, 434/953-7057

DEVELOPMENT LAND – 13.08 ACs Park Rd, Crozet. Zoned R-2 MLS# 499438 $1,675,000 RObERT RAMsEy, 434/242-2280

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Gorgeous Home on 2.11 Acs Gourmet Kit w/Granite Countertops & Island 4 BR (1st Flr Master), 3.5 Baths, 4741 Fin Sq Ft LR w/Rock FP, Blt-in Bookshelves & Cathedral Ceilings Two Car Garage. MLS# 505181 $575,000

3 BR, 2 Full BA, Hdwd Floors, Ceramic Tile Bsmt Storage w/Outside Entrance Oversized City Lot. Mountain Views Easy Access to I-64, Rts 250 & 340 New Roof & Plumbing in 2008 MLS# 503665 $139,000

Prime UVA Area Triplex Charming Brick Cape Cod 2 Apartments in Main House Plus Detached Garage Apartment Leased For 2012-2013 School Year MLS# 497364 $399,900 robertr@charlotteramsey.com

JuLIE HOLbROOk, 434/989-4415

Private Lot, 2 Car Garage Well Maintained 3 BR, 2.5 BA Home on 1.05 AC Fam Rm w/FP, Home Office, Eat-in Kit Well Landscaped Back Yard – Nearly Level & Great for Entertaining MLS# 503345 $223,500

bLDG LOT – 3.01 ACs Dogwood Valley, Greene Co. MLS# 503130 $14,000 MARGARET RAMsEy, 434/953-7057 LAND- 32.70 ACs, MADIsON CO. Beautiful, Open & Gently Rolling Parcel 4 Division Rights.

MLS# 497405 $300,000 MARGARET RAMsEy, 434/953-7057 LAND - 9.65 AC. buILDING sITE On Hickory Creek Rd, Nelson Co. Multiple Bldg Sites 3 BR Perc Test Done MLS# 504019 $139,900 JOHN MIMMs, 434/882-2019

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1430 & 1434 ROLKIN COURT • PANTOPS

office and light retail space available to be designed to meet your space requirements • Storefront windows on the first floor • Located at Pantops on Rt. 250 East near the new Martha Jefferson Hospital • Easy access to Interstate 64 - less than 1 mile away • Downtown Charlottesville approx. a 2 mile drive.

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12.29.12 Albemarle 101 WICKHAM POND DR WICKHAM POND PAT MLS# 503520 $217,990

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Electronic access Elevators Video Security System Pergola on each rooftop Penthouse suite to enjoy the private rooftop garden

126 WHISPERING HOLLOW LN PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS PAT MLS# 499900 $222,990 103 SILK WOOD CT RIVERWOOD MLS# 498752

PAT $244,990

2057 AVINITY LOOP AVINITY ATH MLS# 500083 $288,200 5 BRIARWOOD DR RIVERWOOD MLS# 486184

PDT $301,990

1080 OLD TRAIL DR OLD TRAIL ATH MLS# 494797 $308,277 2 WICKHAM WAY WICKHAM POND MLS# 498367 13 GLEN VALLEY DR OLD TRAIL MLS# 501091 5506 SUMMERDEAN RD WESTHALL MLS# 501683

PDT $324,990

2819 SHANNON GLEN CT WILLOW GLEN DET MLS# 502381 $429,900 646 BAYWICK CIR OLD TRAIL ATH MLS# 491033 $628,925 6643 WELBOURNE LN OLD TRAIL DET MLS# 503613 $636,900 2461 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE DET MLS# 503423 $799,900 6782 WELBOURNE LN OLD TRAIL DET MLS# 502962 $898,525 2293 WHITTINGTON DR PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS ATH MLS# 502237 $289,900

Mls# 491814

130 LONGFORD DR WEXFORD DET MLS# 495549 $398,00

13 GLEN VALLEY DR OLD TRAIL MLS# 501091

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5506 SUMMERDEAN RD WESTHALL PDT MLS# 501683 $365,225

56 BEAR ISLAND PKWY SPRING CREEK DET MLS# 492369 $497,300

PAT $353,800

2819 SHANNON GLEN CT WILLOW GLEN DET MLS# 502381 $429,900

137 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK MLS# 493439

PDT $304,990

137 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK MLS# 493546

646 BAYWICK CIR OLD TRAIL ATH MLS# 491033 $628,925

PDT $334,990

6643 WELBOURNE LN OLD TRAIL DET MLS# 503613 $636,900

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2461 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE DET MLS# 503423 $799,900

Albemarle

6782 WELBOURNE LN OLD TRAIL DET MLS# 502962 $898,525

101 WICKHAM POND DR WICKHAM POND PAT MLS# 503520 $217,990

2293 WHITTINGTON DR PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS ATH MLS# 502237 $289,900

1119 CAMBRIDGE HILL LN GLENMORE PDT MLS# 498157 $826,825

126 WHISPERING HOLLOW LN PAVILIONS AT PANTOPS PAT MLS# 499900 $222,990

6733 WELBOURNE LN OLD TRAIL DET MLS# 502527 $579,900

Charlottesville

103 SILK WOOD CT RIVERWOOD MLS# 498752

6733 WELBOURNE LN OLD TRAIL DET MLS# 502527 $579,900 3 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE MLS# 495984

PDT $519,900

102 LONGWOOD DR LONGWOOD ATH MLS# 484693 $239,900

fluvanna 83 JUSTIN DR SYCAMORE SQUARE MLS# 463625

PDT $239,990

PAT $244,990

2057 AVINITY LOOP AVINITY ATH MLS# 500083 $288,200 5 BRIARWOOD DR RIVERWOOD MLS# 486184

PDT $301,990

PAT $353,800

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1080 OLD TRAIL DR OLD TRAIL ATH MLS# 494797 $308,277

PDT $365,225

59 LARCHMONT CIR GREENECROFT MLS# 504005

2 WICKHAM WAY WICKHAM POND MLS# 498367

PDT $274,990

PDT $324,990

3 PENDOWER LN GLENMORE MLS# 495984

GREENE 59 LARCHMONT CIR GREENECROFT MLS# 504005

PDT $274,990

130 LONGFORD DR WEXFORD DET MLS# 495549 $398,00

louisa 56 BEAR ISLAND PKWY SPRING CREEK DET MLS# 492369 $497,300 137 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK MLS# 493439

PDT $304,990

137 TURKEY TROT LN SPRING CREEK MLS# 493546

PDT $334,990

All information deemed accurate as of 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 21st 2012 as per CAAR MLS Open House data.

PDT $519,900

1119 CAMBRIDGE HILL LN GLENMORE PDT MLS# 498157 $826,825

Charlottesville 102 LONGWOOD DR LONGWOOD ATH MLS# 484693 $239,900

fluvanna 83 JUSTIN DR SYCAMORE SQUARE MLS# 463625

PDT $239,990

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ROBIN AMATO 434.981.0767

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1758 WORTH PARK

$16.50/Sq. Ft.

for lease

1200 FIvE SPRINgS ROAD

Easy access to RT 29, minutes from CHO airport and NGIC. First floor office space, 2 handicap bathrooms, 8 offices, work/storage room, kitchen, reception, lobby and parking. Located in the Forest Lakes Office Park. MLS# 502600

Third floor space available, building has elevator and 2 stairwells. Well designed spaces with offices, conference room, break room.... Incredible views of the city of Charlottesville and Blue Ridge Mountains.

MLS# 504711

$16.50/Sq. Ft.

$998,500

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Commercial Listings

$17.00/Sq. Ft.

$131,400

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1201 STONEY POINT ROAD

1 FERNCLIFF ROAD

1218 E MARKET STREET

1430 ROLKIN COuRT

Light Industrial zoning! Easy access to I-64, Downtown, large open space, conference room, several offices, file room, good parking etc. MLS# 504715

1 mile from I-64 Ferncliff exit. PH 3 electric, natural gas, lots range 2.15 to 21.87 acres (can be combined to create larger site). Discount offered on first two sales. MLS# 495669

Open workspace, conference room, library, private offices, kitchen, bathrooms, storage, over sized 2 car garage, Parking lot with 15+ spaces. Exceptional property, M-1 zoning. MLS# 504833

Luxury office space, suites can be custom designed. A few amenities include Energy efficiency HVAC, environmentally friendly construction materials, electronic access to the suites and buildings. MLS# 491813

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Fluvanna Apartment complex

main Street investment opportunity in downtown orange.

Current owner operates as art Gallery and lives in connected 3200 sF townhouse. Plus 7200 sF on lower level for expansion. some on-site parking. $595,000.

Offices For Lease at sachem village - four room office suite, immediate occup. $995/month.

Berkmar Drive - 900 sf suite in village offices. ready to occupy - $895/month.

Office: 434-962-5658 n DukeandSharon@KeswickProperties.com n www.KeswickProperties.com

Toliver House

Gordonsville • $595,000 Bring Your restaurant ideas to gordonsville!!

One of Gordonsville’s favorite Landmarks! Home to a successful Restaurant & Pub for over 25yrs. A new business opportunity awaits! G’ville would welcome a Sports Bar, Coffee House.

1 1/2 corner lots in Town on Main St. High traffic count and good visibility.

Paved parking with two entries for easy access. Three Dining Rooms, a Pub & Screened-In Porch comfortably serve 90 patrons. The second floor offers a wine room, storage, office and a 2-bdr apt.with separate entry. MLS#475842 Since 1927

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this 8 unit apartment building near Fork Union and Palmyra, was completely remodeled in 2009. 2 Br 1.5 Ba floor plans; stays rented at market rents. Great income property. $795K.

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The ultimate sportsman’s estate on 279 acres in Albemarle County. Grand manor home c. 1780, gardens, ponds, board fenced pastures, riding arena, 6 stall center aisle barn, indoor basketball, batting cage, gym and miles of private, groomed trails. In excellent condition. $3,095,000. MLS#498902.

Private Keswick property of 31+ acres featuring a beautiful Cyprus sided farmhouse with in-ground pool, workshop. Lovely grounds with vegetable and herb gardens, bluestone terraces and wrap around Ipe decking, wooded trails. Includes Cedar log guest cabin. $985,000. MLS#504205

Beautiful land parcels in Southern Albemarle on the road to Howardsville.

Good agricultural land comprising (4) adjoining parcel totaling 80 acres. $695,000. MLS#504646 See MLS#503486/403488/ 503487/503483 for individual parcel listings.

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Heathcote, c. 1915

A fine equestrian estate of 43 acres in the heart of Keswick.

Newly renovated brick manor home, guest cottage, 4 stall center aisle barn, board fenced pastures. Privately situated with poolside gardens and Southwest mountain views. $2,450,000. MLS#504340

Just minutes down Rt. 29 South, this exceptional tract of 410 acres of hardwood timber features rolling to steep topography, springs, cascading streams, miles of trails, mountain views, and beautiful rock outcroppings.

Offered at less than $2,500 an acre. $995,000. MLS#495947

Gorgeous Schuyler parcel 30 minutes South of Charlottesville. This highly desirable and unique property features gently rolling topography with hard woods, springs, long creek frontage and a number of excellent building sites to choose from. $79,900 MLS#491110

Gracious country manor of 16+ acres in the heart of Keswick. Old oaks, boxwood, guest home, 3 car-garage with workshop, fenced pastures. 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with 6 fireplaces, completely renovated and restored. $1,495,000.

MLS#495458.

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New Canton Cottage

This privately situated family home near NGIC is immaculate, with a light, open floor plan, beautiful oak floors, maple cabinets and granite counters in the kitchen, tile baths, and guest suite on the first floor.

Exceptionally good value. $445,000 MLS#498975

Keswick equestrian estate features 54 acres with board fenced pastures, 10 stall barn, riding arena, pool, pond and guest cottage. (13) potential division rights make it a good conservation easement candidate. $1,495,000 MLS#499845

Minutes to town, this 22 acre parcel fronts on Rt. 29 South, and features open meadow, a wooded elevated plateau, year round stream, mountain views, and (2) small lot development rights.

Well priced at $295,000.

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Unbelievably charming country home on 15 acres just four miles from the James River. Residence overlooks a fishing and swimming pond.

Gated entry, mature gardens, gazebo and welcoming shade of towering old oaks. Only $199,000.

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Roy Wheeler Realty Co. Celebrating Over 85 years of Trust, Tradition, and Market Leadership Ednam Hall • 1100 Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (434) 951-5155 • Fax (434) 951-5190

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BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME on this beautiful 2+ acre property, using your own builder or ours! Pre-approved for several fabulous home designs. Take a look at 505145 to see one of the fabulous Earth Craft homes you can build on this lot. Stop by 871 Justin to tour this home @ Sycamore Square. $49,000. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (505140)

EARTHCRAFT HOME with 1st floor master, 2 story great room, granite countertops, maple cabinets, walk-in closets, hardwood floors, recessed lights, 1st floor laundry and Energy Star rated, conserving resources, energy and water. Call today for a tour! $299,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-2423550. (505145)

IF YOU EvER WAnTED TO live in the Spring Creek Subdivision for under $250,000 - now is your chance. Oversized great room flows to the dining and kitchen area, perfect for entertaining or family time.

Upstairs boasts 3 oversized bedrooms with the master suite having 2 walk-in closets. Come live the Spring Creek Dream! $219,900. Sharon L. Williams, 434-906-5069. (503280)

BEnTIvAR. Privacy abounds. Winter view of Rivanna River. 4BR/ 3.5BA! Open flr plan. Spacious 1st flr Mstr Ste w/tray ceiling & 2 W-I closets. Gourmet Kit w/granite countertops, center island, hdwd flrs, cherry cabinets, gas cooktop. Fantastic w-o terrace level. All BR’s have W-I closets. Entertainment size deck. 1 year Home Warranty. $669,000.

Byrd@ByrdAbbott.com 242-9600. (500852)

BEAUTIFUL LEvEL LOT to build your dream home! Live in a rural/natural setting close to town. Lot has open area where a house once stood, and private woods in the back section, which is adjacent to conservation land owned by the Thomas Jefferson Foundation. Only 10 minutes to Pantops. $88,000.

Nancy Barrett, 825-3279. (492651)

KESWIcK ESTATES. Incredible 4.57 acres of beautiful elevated, hardwood forest on the grounds of the grand Keswick Estate. Enjoy the peaceful tranquility and take advantage of the exceptional amenities offered by the Keswick Club with its Arnold Palmer golf course, tennis, swimming and luxurious spa. $695,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (496155)

gREAT PRIcE for a beautiful property! Unique Post & Beam w/stone FP, tile flooring and side deck off kitchen to garden area, great spot for a fire pit. Large master bedroom has recessed lighting, tray ceiling, whirlpool tub & separate shower. Property is 1.5 acres, probably the largest lot in the neighborhood. 248,000. www.TammiCampbell.com 985-2348/882-5403. (503924)

MODELS AnD BUILDIng SITES AvAILABLE, a 55+ Active Adult community in the valley of Wintergreen’s Stoney Creek. Spacious golf villas, superb craftsmanship, many Universal Design features. Maintenance-free living with sensational views and care-free convenience. $392,700 - $400,000 - $402,700. Listed by Brian Chase. 434-2969860. (497163, 458400, 489621)

gROUnD LEvEL cOnDO Perfect location, walk to new Stonefield Shopping Center! Newly renovated condo with low-1-step entry on ground floor, 3BR/2BA w/new vanities & shower/tubs. All new carpeting. Brand new appliances, eat-in kitchen w/ceramic tile floor. Gas, water, sewer, incl. in HOA. $112,500. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith.

531-0817/5310795. (505090)

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A BARgAIn, priced below 2012 county assessment. Charming English country-style house on 2.11 acres in beautiful NW Albemarle. 1st floor MBR w/tray ceiling, great room w/gleaming hardwood floors, built-ins, large deck, DR w/adj. modern kitchen. 3BR/2 BA upstairs & large bonus room w/built-in bookshelves above 3-car garage. Must see!

589,000. Erika Buckman 951-5166/981-1868. (496026)

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SEcLUDED 22+ AcRE PARcEL in White Hall area off Garth Road only about 12 minutes from Barracks Road Shopping. Several home sites to choose from, one would allow for overview of potential pond site. Established pasture area available for your animals, and a year round stream on southern boundary. $562,500. Ginger Ashcom 9781066/953-8045. (490697) Additional acreage available.

cHARMIng BRIcK RAncH in Ruckersville. This home has been lovingly cared for and is waiting for new owners. Offering 3 bedrooms and one bath, eat-in kitchen, living room and all on one level. Large shed has “loft” space and electricity. All on over half an acre. $169,500. www.KathyMarkwood. com 985-6454. (504298)

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BUILDER REDUCING INVENTORY. Nearly 4 acres, Langdon Woods lot 5 enjoys privacy and a little stream that traverses on the rear of the property. Perked for a 4 bedroom home and well is already in place. Reduced to $195,000. www.

MaupinGroup.com Warren Maupin, 962-8939. (425792)

WESTERN ALBEMARLE adjoining lots in thriving town of Crozet. Established neighborhood within walking distance to the Elementary School. Easy Charlottesville commute. 0.46 OR 0.50 acres for $70,000. Buy both at a great price! Call Anne Lasley Mykich, 953-9996/985-7561. (502366, 68)

GOLF COURSE LOT HOME in gated community of Keswick Estates. Great potential for renovation and expansion make this an exceptional value in a community of first class amenities. Hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces, full-length front porch, deck and patio. $450,000. Phyllis Novotny, 760-0548. (504181)

IMMACULATE HOME, on 3 acres sits above a large beautiful lake with tons of privacy. Built in 2005 with hardwood floors, Pella windows and Hardi-Plank siding. Perfect for full time resident or vacation retreat. Lake access with a small dock for personal use. Neighborhood also has a private sand beach, picnic area and dock. $284,500. Christy and Rod Phillips, 434-987-6399. (502440)

ELEGANT, CUSTOM-BUILT brick home on beautiful lot in gated community. Great floor plan w/finished terrace level. Quality evident throughout with hardwood floors, gourmet eat-in kitchen, FR w/FP, screened porch and incredible yard! Popular schools, fabulous location convenient to shopping & airport. $799,900. www.DeniseRamey.com Denise Ramey 434-960-4333. (504064)

BETTER THAN NEW and views to boot! Cape Cod-style home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large level yard and fantastic views from the covered front porch. All this conveniently located just minutes from shopping, restaurants, NGIC and UVa Research Park. $275,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties. com 960-5187. (502346)

25 ACRES of beautiful rolling land on Route 6. Huge fields, barn, apartment. Main house in need of repair. A spring creates pond potential. Two wells. Two thousand feet of road frontage and division rights available. $349,900. Mandy Yancey, 7601882. (500087)

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SPECTACULAR RIVER VIEW IN THE CITY! This lovely brick home features a brick exterior, hardwood flooring, open living/dining room, kitchen w/custom made maple cabinets and 3 bedrooms. Glassed in sun porch across the back of the home with panoramic views of the river. Full basement with 1BR/1BA and large family room. $239,000.

Kay Sands, 825-6129. (504252)

BUILDING PARCEL AT KESWICK. A wonderful building lot of 4.2 +/- acres with water frontage on idyllic pond. Beautiful hardwoods.

New road, well, survey, soil work. Bring the builder of your choice to build your dream home! Subject Lot #2 is part of a five lot subdivision in the heart of Keswick. $159,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@ jimbonner.com (444215)

WHITE HORSE FARM. The ultimate sportsman’s estate on 279 acres in Albemarle County. Grand manor home c. 1780, gardens, ponds, board fenced pastures, riding arena, 6 stall center aisle barn, indoor basketball, batting cage, gym and miles of private, groomed trails. In excellent condition. $3,095,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (498902)

THIS RIVANNA RIVER FRONT PROPERTY has 907 feet on the river with a 90 foot bluff. There is 276 feet of road frontage on Broken Island Road. There is a pretty building site overlooking the river valley. This large lot affords you much privacy with special views. $219,900. Bonnie & Joe Field - The Field Team, 589-2611.

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THIS ATTRACTIVE 2 STORY townhouse-style condo is located near Fashion Square Mall, the bus line and major shopping. The home features an eat-in kitchen, living room with fireplace, gas heating and more! $139,900. Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995.

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Roy Wheeler Realty Co. Celebrating Over 85 years of Trust, Tradition, and Market Leadership Ednam Hall • 1100 Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 • (434) 951-5155 • Fax (434) 951-5190

Email: homes@roywheeler.com INDIAN SPRINGS/ EARLYSVILLE. Water views overlooking fishing lake; 4 acre lot with tall hardwoods abuts 100 ft. common area surrounding lake. Drilled well. $225,000. Byrd@ ByrdAbbott.com 242-9600. (492605)

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A TRUE GEM on a lovely residential street in the heart of Cville. Milton Griggdesigned for the present owner, now with a modern addition. The private lot is beautifully landscaped and the home offers many doors to access the terraces and gardens for outdoor enjoyment. $970,000.

Jane Porter Fogleman Jane@foglemangroup.com 981-1274. (496718)

GREAT, CLOSE-IN LOCATION! This attractive 2-story townhouse-style condo features 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen, a delightful back patio and is an easy walk to the senior center and bus line. $162,900. www. homesincville.com Mike Peters 9515119/981-3995. (488114)

MOUNTAIN VIEW LOT - located in a quiet, upscale Western Albemarle neighborhood. This elevated, level and open 3.44 acre lot offers very fine views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, yet is close to schools, I-64 and shopping. $299,900. Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995. (500513)

TRANQUIL. Spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain views from every room in this lovely light-filled home. Set on a knoll with 8.5 acres of gently rolling land, the home’s open floor plan with a first floor master lends itself to one level living. The deck, screened-in porch and pool offer indoor/outdoor entertaining spaces. $885,000. Frank Quayle, 951-5100. www.FJQiii@aol.com (498263)

SPRING CREEK. Golfer’s dream home sits on a lake that borders the 18th hole. The views are stunning.

Lovely brick Virginia home features one floor living, 4BR/3BA, totally modern kitchen with stainless appliances, breakfast nook and bar, laundry room off the 2 car garage. Walk to the club for swimming, tennis, or golf. $350,000. Kay Sands 825-6129. (501905)

HUNTING PROPERTY of over 32 acres with 1300 feet of water frontage. 4 wheeler trails, pasture land and (2) 3000 square foot buildings. So many possibilities! The river is suitable for fishing and canoeing. Must see! $155,000. susanstewart76@gmail. com Susan Stewart 242-3550. (492100)

PRIVATE WOODED SETTING near the village of Rochelle (southern Madison Co.) delivers views of neighboring fields and pond from several homes sites. This property offers over 41 acres with a good mix of young hardwoods and rolling topo. Property can be purchased as the total 41 acres or separately (31.58 ac. or 9.78 ac.) $419,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (502534)

VIEWS OF MOUNTAINS, farmland and pond are visible from this home. Many upgrades have been added to this 2 bedroom, 2 bath home. Wonderful outdoor areas can be enjoyed from the covered front porch and the rear patio with fireplace. And so close to shopping. $248,000.

MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (498618)

GORDONSVILLE. This level 2 acre lot, offering privacy among large hardwoods, awaits your new home ideas.

Lot is accessed by an established and shared private road for 4 lot subdivision. Located just outside the town of Gordonsville and convenient to Charlottesville or Town of Orange. $59,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (494958)

WATERFRONT LOT with views of lake.

Picture your new home on one of the few remaining lakefront lots in Greene Acres. The property has been perked for an engineered septic system. $29,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (496994)

LARGE WOODED LOT with the potential for outstanding Blue Ridge Mountain views from an elevated house site in a lake community. 3 bedroom, conventional perk on file with the health department. Community beach access. $18,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (501760)

BEAUTY, STYLE AND COMFORT is the only way to describe this home. Formal rooms, family room, screened porch, large terrace, 4BR/4.5BA, fenced yard; and just some of the special features are 2 gas fireplaces, 2 central vacs, whole house generator; the list goes on and on. $579,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187.

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ALBEMARLE COUNTY land with just under 13.5 acres. Take a walk through the woods and discover your new home site. Priced below assessment.

No HOA or restrictions. More acreage available. $98,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 9605187. (503380)

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Frays Mill NGIC, DIA, Hollymead Town Center all within minutes of this spectacular Custom Home. Bright, open design offers living spaces for every lifestyle including FIRST FLOOR MASTER SUITE plus 4 additional bedrooms. Entertaining is a breeze in the spacious great room, terrace level media room, wet bar, rec room. Adjoining 80 acre Preservation Tract provides private & serene setting in great neighborhood PLUS MOUNTAIN VIEWS. MLS# 493102 $599,900

Spring Creek Over 2,300 finished sq. feet in this well maintained 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA home w/Gourmet Kitchen, Stainless Appliances, Cherry Cabinets, Hardwood Floors, 1st floor Master Suite, Master BA w/Ceramic Tile flooring, Garden Tub and Raised Vanities, Formal LR & DR, Great Room w/gas Fireplace, full unfinished Basement and rear entry 2-car Garage in Spring Creek.

MLS# 495239 $329,900

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Guildford Farms Guildford Farm offers home sites with mountain views!. Lot sizes from 2 – 3 acres! Select home styles from Contracting Services or you can bring your own builder. 16 Lots to choose from. Call today to set up an appointment to walk the lots.

MLS# 435023 $99,000

9749 Thomas Nelson Highway Within 30 minutes of Charlottesville in wine, brewery, and orchard country, is the Orchard House, a 6 BR, 6.5 BA farmhouse with a 3 BR, 3 BA guesthouse, 40 x 48 barn/workshop, small vineyard, pond, and meadow on nearly 14 acres with mountain views. Both homes have been tastefully remodeled to maintain the original charm. Great lifestyle opportunity as a full-time residence, income-generating B&B, vineyard, or potential horse property. Shown by appointment! $799,000

This beautiful home site in Durrrett Ridge is located in the Northern Albemarle Area, Earlysville. Pastoral and Mountain Views - build your dream home in a quiet and peaceful area that is centerally located for easy access to Broadus Wood School, Hollymead Towne Center & CHO Airport.

NO HOA, bring your own builder.

Information on site. Enjoy “the good life” that Earlysville has to offer. $120,000 MLS# 501943

Link Evans Link Evans Lane - This is a beautiful 2 acre wooded homesite. Perfect Earlysville location!

Enjoy the private and peaceful setting. Country feel, yet just minutes to Broadus Wood School, Hollymead Town Center, NGIC, DIA and much more. Drive out today and experience the beauty, location and serenity! $109,900 MLS# 502370

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8646 Rockfish River Road 1903 Virginia farmhouse

and 47.13 acres located in historic Schuyler and just across the street from the Rockfish River. Lots of potential.

Beautiful yard with meandering stream and mature plantings. 4 BR, 2 BA and numerous living areas. Kitchen updated in 2000. Hardwood floors under some carpeted areas. Two woodstoves and conventional heating. 30 minutes to C’ville and 15 to Scottsville. Outbuildings and detached metal garage. Extra 53 acres available. $299,900

(800) 361-5155 • (434) 361-2440 www.MountainAreaRealty.com 2788 B Rockfish Valley Highway • Nellysford, VA 22958

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57 Woodpecker Way Lovely, unique 3 BR, 2 BA home on 7.56 private acres in northern Nelson. Soaring ceiling with skylight in the great room and stone fireplace. Kitchen features a unique solid wood top breakfast bar, new flooring, and updated upper cabinets.

Glassed dining room with mountain views. Sun room and extensive decking with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Home office and laundry area. Fencing for pets and detached 2-car garage. Only 30 minutes to Charlottesville.

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t has blues and bluegrass and Mozart and Motown. Also crafts and comedy and swing and storytelling. It’s the best bargain in town, and the biggest party. Now in its 29th year, First Night Virginia is a beloved local tradition, an afternoon and evening’s worth of family-friendly, alcohol-free New Year’s Eve programs on and around Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall.

Boston held the first First Night on December 31, 1975. Charlottesville’s sold out first First Night in 1983, conceived by a recent Boston transplant by the name of Nancy Rudolph, was only the second in the country. In 2011, seventy-five American cities had First Night events, and an estimated 10,000 people thronged the Mall in Cville, most of them for First Night festivities. This year’s fun will be capped by a midnight ball drop at the Main Street Arena, where the disco band Groove Train will entertain beforehand. Here are some more of this year’s thirty-two entertainment options.

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Downtown Mall Magic and More Headlining this year’s multicultural mix of performances and hands-on activities for kids, award-winning illusionist Jason Bishop will bring state of the art magic to the Paramount Theater at 4:15 and 7:30 p.m. Bishop’s sleightof-hand tricks, including levitating, conjuring goldfish, and passing an audience member’s body through his own, are projected onto LCD screens to give the audience a clear view of every detail, baffling them all the more as to how he does them.

Jack and Jeri are a Los Angeles couple with odd and amazing skills like “acro-juggling” and synchronized flow-

traditional outfit from the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The recipient of 33 honors from the Virginia Folk Music Association, Willow Branch has played the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, the Governor’s Mansion in Richmond, and an awards banquet for U.S. swim team Olympians. They’ll bring fast pickin’ and close harmonies to Grace Covenant Church at 3:15 and 4:00 p.m.

Staunton’s Barb Martin loves the songs of Billie Holiday, Bessie Smith, and Bonnie Raitt. Between appearances at the Kennedy Center and in County Mayo, Ireland, Martin has played First Night “three or four times” before and remembers “great audiences and warm and intimate performance spaces.”

She’ll bring her acoustic guitar and a voice that’s been compared to Ella Fitzgerald’s to Grace Covenant Church at 6:15 and 7:30 p.m.

Bring your dancing shoes downtown for the old-time swing and Looney Tunes vibe of ACME Swing Mfg. Co. Singer Mary Beth Revak fronts the two-woman, five-man Charlottesville collective that delivers hot club jazz and girl group harmony with clarinet, trombone, sax, guitar, ukulele, and accordion plus thumpin’ bass and drumsa-plenty on classics like Cab Calloway’s “Hi De Ho Man” and The Ross Sisters’ “Sweet Potato Salad.”

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erpot manipulation. Jack Kalvan does the juggling, Jeri the acrobatic stunts.

Their film and TV credits include “Spider-Man 1 & 2,” “Alice in Wonderland,” “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” and “The Tonight Show.” Jack and Jeri will bring their daring and their clean, family-oriented comedy to Main Street Arena at 3:00 and 4:15 p.m.

Theatre With a motto of “You Say It, We Play It,” Bent Theatre Improv has kept Central Virginia laughing since 2004, parodying pop culture and creating comedy on the spot from audience suggestions. They’ll bring their spur of the moment silliness to the Haven at 7:30 and 10:00 p.m.

Music The heartbeat of Richmond’s Ben Caribe (“Caribbean band”) is the pulsating percussion and steel pan drumming of Kevin Davis. Davis formed the band in 1984 to play Afro-Cuban, Latin,

Caribbean and rhythm and blues tunes, but with conga, shaker, guitar, bass, flute players and three vocalists it also covers jazz standards and spirituals, classical compositions and country hits.

“We’ve dubbed the phrase ‘clave soul,’” Davis says. “Clave is the rhythmic pattern in which our music is arranged. Soul needs no explanation, but for the record, I am deeply inspired by the soul music of Sam Cooke and the Latin music (Salsa) of Eddie Palmieri.” Ben Caribe play Christ Church at 6:15 and 7:30 p.m.

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Despite Tchaikovsky’s effervescent score, The Nutcracker was a flop when it premiered in Russia in 1892. It was a hit when it was first danced in America in 1940. Charlottesville Ballet will stage The Nutcracker Suite, an interactive performance of excerpts of the holiday classic designed especially for young children, at Christ Church at 3:00 and 4:15 p.m. The company will greet the audience and pose for pictures after the shows.

Hands On for Kids and Teens Creation Station will offer arts and crafts activities for children in the James Monroe and Monticello rooms at the Omni Hotel from 3:00 to 5:15 p.m. The Green Adventure Project will have interactive nature displays from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. in the hotel’s Lewis and Clark room.

Coney Island at the Key Rec Center will feature street performers, a D.J., and boardwalkstyle fun and game for teens from 4:15 to 10:00 p.m..

By the Community for the Community The cultural diversity on display each year on First Night reflects the diversity of the Central Virginia community, a community that has brought First Night back to the Mall year after year even in tough economic times. “We’ve always tried to make it as affordable as possible because we want to make it a family-friendly event,” says First Night Board President Drake Van de Castle. “Last year was one of the big-

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his crazy gadgets. “ACME is an acronym for The American Company that Makes Everything,” explains squeezebox specialist Susanna Rosen. “We consider our group to be a subsidiary of the ACME company—we’re the division that makes swing.”

ACME Swing Mfg. Co. played First Night VA 2008. “It was an unusually cold New Year’s Eve,” Rosen remembers, “but it was nice and hot in there.”

They’ll heat up the Omni’s ballroom again at 8:45 and 10:00 p.m.

Everyone loves a story, and Jim Gagnon, an Artist in Residence with Albemarle County, tells good ones from round the world. Gagnon and his friends in The Dreamtime Project play African drums, the Australian digeroo, and the Native American flute as they recount ancient myths to inculcate respect for the Earth and teach skills like unity and cooperation.

“This year the music and stories will be provided by myself and my dear friend Wendi Sirat,” Gagnon says. “She and I both are in the band for 1000 Faces, a mask theater group in Rappahannock. We will also be featuring some of these beautiful masks worn by dancers.

We have some excellent dancers lined up! I am very excited as we have never done this before.” Gagnon and Sirat will present “Music and Stories from Around the World” at 3:00 and 4:15 p.m. at Main Street Arena.

Charlottesville’s Greg Howard is a virtuoso on the Chapman Stick, a sort of electric guitar with 12 individually tuned strings that allows him to play several musical parts simultaneously.

Howard has appeared on two Dave Matthews Band records. At First Night he’ll play jazz with a group of hometown all-stars: trumpeter John D’earth, African percussionist Darrell Rose, drummer Michael Taylor and flutist Gina Sobel.

“Some of my solo music and other ensembles I’ve had in the past have been a bit on the “darker” side of

gest years we’ve had. This year’s online sales are a little ahead of last year’s.”

Although First Night Virginia receives a joint grant from Albemarle County and the City of Charlottesville, it’s a freestanding non-profit which has to raise a significant chunk of change beyond that. Van de Castle calls Duane Cassis and Cindy Adams of primary sponsor Carpet Plus “the driving force” behind recent celebrations. “Because of the economic downturn, our attendance figures were showing a decline.

That was about the time they came on board and saw that it was a great community thing, taking it on and trying to bring back some of the vibrancy to it.” Van de Castle credits as well “the husband and wife team of Jimmy and Mary with Airflow. All four were really active participants in helping turn this around. We’ve met out sponsorship goal this year.”

While some three-dozen local organizations and businesses have made it their business to sustain First Night, many families have made the event a personal tradition, and at least one owes its very existence to it. “We have people that have been to every single First Night since we’ve started,” Van de Castle says. “Different people have different relationships with it.” Like the guy who volunteered one year and talked his future wife into doing the same. “That was their first opportunity to really cross paths. They got married through a relationship with First Night.”

Admission Advance tickets – wristbands, actually - for admission to First Night are $15 for adults and $5 for kids ages 6-15.

Family Packs (2 adults, 2 kids) are $35.

Prices rise to $18 for adult wristbands and $42 for family packs on December 31st. Kids’ wristbands remain $5.

Reserved seats are available in advance for Jason Bishop’s show at the Paramount. “He’s a world-class illusionist,” Van de Castle says. “There is a very good chance that show will sell out early, so if people want to guarantee a seat, it’s an additional four dollar fee. The rest of the venues are first come, first serve. What we encourage people to do is to pick the top three or four events that they would like to go to and get there early.”

Volunteering First Night always welcomes volunteers. Volunteers for two-hour shifts receive complimentary admission wristbands.

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Janet Muse of Charlottesville and Mike Dunn of Crozet have been playing New England-style dance music – that’s traditional fiddle and piano music from Ireland, Scotland, Canada, and points beyond – together for six years now. The contra dance duo with a love for waltz numbers played First Night in 2011. Muse and Dunn will be back at First United Methodist at 8:45 and 10:00 p.m.

Dr. Levine and the Dreaded BluesLady are guitarist and University of Virginia blues historian Stephen Levine and singer Lorrie Strother. They specialize in blues from the 1920s and ‘30s, the Mississippi Delta slide guitar style, and the Piedmont fingerpicking style characteristic of the Southeast.

They’ll turn the Haven into a juke joint at 6:15 and 8:45 p.m.

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MERIWETHER SCHOOL – Close to town, 5 BR, brick Georgian, elegant and comfortable, superbly constructed and beautifully decorated with over 8,500 total sq/ft. REAL VALUE at $1,495,000. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076 MLS#503530

STUNNING BLUE RIDGE MTN VIEWS can be enjoyed from this impressive 4,500+ sq.ft. brick Georgian located in “The Rocks�, minutes west of Charlottesville. This immaculate home sits on just over 2.5 acres & features a 1st floor master suite, paneled library, chef’s kitchen, Gunite pool & detached pool house. $1,495,000. MLS #499050 Steve McLean (434) 295-1131.

BLUE ACRE - Award-winning 5 BR contemporary, 144 or 190 acres. Breathtaking pastoral and Blue Ridge views. See website: www.blueacrefarmvirginia.com. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076.

Remarkable home with more than enough space for the whole family! Quality built with private back yard and community access to the reservoir. Walk out basement has kitchenette & full bathroom. Gail Hubbard (434)242-7073. #502934

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SHERWOOD FARMS - Brick residence on 4+/acres and yet only seconds from City, UVA & Fontaine Research Park. Spacious living room, updated open kitchen, den,rec room, four bedrooms & three baths. Comfortable house with a country setting. $359,000. Charlotte Dammann (434)981-1250. #503180

Ivy Farms, Meriwether Lewis School, 5000+ sqft. Five bedrooms, four baths. Tall ceilings, extensive moldings, custom features, three covered porches. 4.9 acres. $799,000, MLS 500845, Contact elizabethfeilmatthews@gmail.com, 434-284-2105

Charming, restored, 5 BR Virginia farmhouse on 24 pastoral acres just 3 miles west of town. Residence has over 5,500 fin. sq/ft great flowing floorplan. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076. #495430

Stunning Blue Ridge & Wintergreen Mtn. views from this spacious well crafted & maintained home filled w/ amenities. First floor has 2-story entry, living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen/family room, sunroom with fireplace, den, & garage. Upstairs is a master with fireplace & 3 additional bedrooms. In addition to the main residence is a detached 3-car garage with in-law apartment above. Mature landscaping in the yard. Conveniently located with easy access to amenities of Wintergreen, Charlottesville & UVA. $429,000 Charlotte Dammann (434)981-1250 #496288

Light, bright and open three bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhome with finished basement on extra special lot and easy access to downtown.

Community pool and tennis. 172 Buttercup Lane. $237,500. Call Nancy Roche, 981-7873 for more information. MLS#503211

Two homes–primary plus cottage–with backyard paradise and private pond in IVY FARMS. Many outstanding features added in 1999 renovation. For someone looking for land value, quality and something out of the ordinary. $1,150,000. Call Nancy Roche, 981-7873. MLS # 498178

NEW COUNTRY EXCLUSIVE – 113 Pristine acres, 14 miles NE of city, offering blend of pastures and magnificent forest, with private elevated plateau for spectacular homesite, panoramic Blue Ridge views! Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076. MLS#488009

University Circle Investment Property!

Renovated 3 BR main level, 2 one-bed apts lower level. Separately-metered with private access.

Off-street parking, large back yard, across from JPJ Arena, Barracks Rd Shopping. R-1UH $585,000 Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076 #498099

Madison County - unique opportunity to purchase land that has been held by the same family for several generations in the Twymans Mill area. The 74+/- acres is both open & wooded.

Create a weekend retreat or full time country home convenient to Charlottesville. $625,000 Charlotte Dammann (434)981-1250. #489895

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Extraordinary Keswick Golf Course ParcelPriced to sell! Below county assessment, surrounded on two sides by the award winning Arnold Palmer Golf Course this beautiful 2.4 acre building lot represents the best value in Keswick. $350,000 Tim Michel (434)960-1124. #503871

PICTURESQUE RURAL SETTING - 101+ acres of pristine rural countryside located in eastern Orange County. Charming 3BR/2.5BA home, complete privacy, beautiful setting, great mix of open & wooded land, barn, storage buildings & huge pond. $850,000. MLS #493830 Steve McLean (434) 295-1131.

IVY AREA - Pristine 3.7 ac. w/superbly-built cedar and stucco contemporary, over 3400 fin. sq./ft. open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, massive stone fireplace, warm modern kitchen, main level master, huge elevated deck and spacious screened porch, much more. MLS #500006. $649,000. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076

Premier lot in Ivy within Grassmere Farm offering 4.2 acres with Blue Ridge & pond views. Land is gently rolling with an almost level building spot. Beautiful landscaping already established by owner with drilled well, small garden house, perked lot & electricity established. Close to Murray Elementary. $355,000. Betsy Swett, 249-2922. MLS 494034.

Lovely brick home built in 1987 in Farmington.

Living & dining rooms, library, sunroom, spacious, bright kitchen & guest suite on 1st floor.

Three bedrooms on 2nd flr. + bonus room, lots of closets & office or playroom. Exquisite grounds, rock walls, slate terrace, garden areas. $1,750,000. Betsy Swett, 249-2922, MLS#499712

OLD WOODVILLE - Exceptional 176+ acre historic estate nestled in southern Albemarle is being offered for sale for the first time in over 75 years. c. 1796 main residence, pool, guest cottage, barns, equipment storage & other outbuildings. Bucolic setting, rich farmland, springs, 5-acre lake. MLS #504304 Steve McLean (434) 981-1863.

MINT SPRINGS FARM – Classic Virginia brick home, slate roof, circa 1920, privately situated on 121 acres, adjoining easement property and 502 acres Mint Springs Park at base of Blue Ridge Mountains, offering panoramic mountain and pastoral views. Perfect grazing farm or vineyard property. Jim Faulconer (434)981-0076.

Historic Scottsville,Alb. Colonial Style with slate roof. Bricks made in the 1800’s from Old Brady School.Impressive public & private rooms with tall ceilings,handsome moldings,large windows,hardwood floors,eat-in kitchen. Beautifully landscaped with.47private acres. Total of 5 bedrooms,4 baths,separate apartment,walk-up attic & detached garage. Gas heat,Central AC. Named The Dr.Percy Harris House,built in 1934 & served as the home & office of Dr. Harris, physician,farmer & Mayor of Scottsville. MLS 500224.

Punkie Feil 434-962-5222 or Elizabeth Feil Matthews 434-284-2104 $499,000

HIDDEN ACRES - 26+ acres in Western Albemarle w/great views of the Blue Ridge, 3BR/2.5BA main residence, 2BR/1BA guest cottage, run-in shed. Ideal close-in building site. 6 development rights. $1,495,000. MLS #502723 Steve McLean (434) 295-1131.

The only available LAKE FRONTAGE LOT in Greene Mountain Lake! Lovely 0.42 acre lot, perfect site to build in Greene Co. Only minutes from the town of Stanardsville, and an easy drive to shopping outlets, nearby cities. Priced to sell at $89,000. Call Will Faulconer (434) 9879455. MLS#500364

KESWICK ESTATES - Tremendous views of Paradise Lake and the golf course beyond from this 2.2 acre lot. Custom build on a spectacular lot with water frontage and adjacent open space. $595,000 Charlotte Dammann (434)9811250 #463335

2ND STREET NORTH DOWNTOWN - Six gorgeous apartment units in Gabe Silverman renovated Turn of The Century house. Upper units are two stories, lots of special touches, private porches, decks and six great kitchens. $850,000.

Tim Michel (434)960-1124.

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CLUNIE FARM - Very special 151+/- acres w/ c.1870 home. Combination of farm land & woods offers a private & beautiful setting.

Located on a country lane just minutes from amenities. Great opportunity for conservation easements. Charlotte Dammann (434) 981-1250 MLS#493734

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Those opening lyrics to the wonderful Christmas song, “Let It Snow” capture the sentiment of the winter season—staying warm inside while it’s anything but warm outside!

Here are 12 low cost solutions to help you stay warm without your money going out the windows!

Turn Down The Thermostat Each degree you lower the thermostat decreases your fuel bill by three percent. If you go from 72 to 68 degrees, it may not make much of a difference in terms of comfort, but

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it can save up to 12 percent on your heating bill. Lower the temperature even further when you’re sleeping, say to 60° F. If you get chilled, just toss on another blanket!

Although one shouldn’t be used with heat pumps, a programmable thermostat can save between 10 and 20 percent on your heating bill. Some units can store up to four temperature

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Move Your Furniture Move your furniture away from heating vents, registers and radiators to make sure they don’t block the flow of heat into the room. With a forcedair system, blocking a supply or return vent can cause a house-wide pressure imbalance that disrupts the heat flow in the whole system. While you’re at it, close the vents and doors in rooms that aren’t in use for long periods of time.

Clean Your Vents

settings each day — e.g., morning, day, evening, night. All have a manual override switch.

Pet hair and other gunk can get trapped in your vents and that will reduce the amount of hot air that actually gets into the room.

Change Filters If you have a forced-air system, changing the furnace filter once a month during the heating season can save up to five percent and help your system last longer and be less likely to break down. An alternative to swapping out the replacement filter is to use washable filters that can last five years.

Hang Heavy Curtains Install heavy insulating curtains.

Keep them open during the day, especially on south and west facing windows, for passive solar heating to help warm your home. At night, pull them closed. Each square foot of window that you insulate at night saves about one gallon of oil or nearly 1.5 cubic feet of gas a year, which means that insulating curtains pay for themselves in around seven years.

Leaving a fireplace flue open when the fireplace is not in use is like having a vacuum hose hooked to your house, sucking the warm air right out the chimney. An open fireplace damper lets the same amount of heated air escape up the chimney as a wide-open 48-inch window. And while you’re at it, install a set of glass fireplace doors. Closing these doors when you go to bed prevents large volumes of heated air in the living space from escaping after the fire has gone out.

Adjust your Water Heater Lower the water heater temperature to 120 degrees and take showers, not baths. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the average bath consumes up to 25 gallons of hot water, while a five-minute shower uses up much less — only around 10 gallons.

Equipping your showers with low-flow showerheads also reduces the consumption of both hot and cold water.

Ceiling Fans Ceiling fans can help bring heated air down to earth, especially in rooms with cathedral or high-sloped ceilings.

Set your fan to its lowest speed and make sure the blades are spinning the right direction, which is clockwise in the winter.

room escape into the rest of the house.

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Use a draft stopper to keep cold drafts from sneaking under the door.

Make your own stopper using a long thin cloth sack that you stuff like a bean bag with dried peas or rice or whatever it takes to make it heavy enough to stay in place. Not the arts & crafts type? There are also some inexpensive ones available at local retail outlets. You can also keep the heat where it’s needed by making sure some interior doors, such as those leading to hallways or near stairways, are kept shut.

Take Advantage of Bathroom Steam And hey, after that steamy shower, let that warm, moist air from the bath-

Shore Up Windows If you have storm windows, use them. If not, stretch thick sheets of plastic across the inside of your window frames. Dead air is an effective insulator, and you can create a pocket of it by installing clear plastic film across the inside of your windows. Available in kits that vary in size (measure your windows first), they contain plastic film and double-sided tape. The plastic becomes nearly invisible when you heat it with a blow dryer.

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Hunt Country estate set on 8.9 ac. on outskirts of Orange Co. Greek Revival manor w/grand portico, elegant foyer, formal rooms, lg MA suite, & fin. bsmnt.

5 BRs, 5500 fin sq ft. MLS# 499082, $749,000. Carter Montague, 4962.3419

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Custom Home TO BE BUILT by Kingma Developers, between Keswick Club & Glenmore. Inviting cottage detailing w/floor plan to match. EarthCraft cert.

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CVILLE IN ALBEMARLE CO

Renovated Cape Cod on 2 private, level acres. Kit w/gas stove, brkfast bar & skylights. Spacious LR/DR area, 1st floor MBR! Shed/wrkshop/studio w/electric & water. Move in ready! MLS# 504671, $330,000. Sasha Farmer, 434.260.1435

FABULOUS MILL CREEK VALUE

Versatile great rm plan, 1st floor MBR, whirlpool BA, full fin. bsmnt. Gas heat & appliances. Wrap-around deck, fenced rear yard, shed. Hiking trails close by!

MLS# 502519, $279,500. Alice Nye Fitch, 434.981.4562

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CAMELOT IN ALBEMARLE

Minutes to NGIC. 3 BR, renovated BA w/ hardwood floors, FP, 21 SEER heat pump.

New paint, windows, doors, & insulation.

Shed with heat/AC. A must see, call TODAY! MLS# 504756, $170,000.

Shann Whited, 434.962.4741

EARLYSVILLE

Blue Ridge views from this custom home.

Unique design w/hrdwd & stone floors, granite counters, high ceilings, stone & marble FPs, & full unfin. bsmnt. 5 acres, barn - potential for horses. MLS# 502489, $899,900. Rives Bailey, 434.227.4446

CHARLOTTESVILLE

Private location on 1 acre in lovely neighborhood, near C’ville amenities. Walk to Barracks Rd shops & UVA. Deck overlooks woods & creek. Space for ext family. Many updates+3-car garage. Yates Nobles, 996.0888 MLS# 498232, $1,200,000

LR, FR, newer addition (rec rm w/built in bookcases, tall ceilings & FP) Lg terrace & screen porch. Chefs kit, DR, office/study, lg MBR & BA (w/heated floors) + 3 add’l BRs. MLS# 496468, $439,000. Anita Dunbar, 434.951.7135

Extensively renovated 1920’s home near Dtown/UVA Hospital. Updated plumbing/ electric, refin. hrdwd flrs, new ext.decking/ stairs, new paint, appliances, water heater, & more. Off st prking MLS# 501791, $269,000. Rives Bailey, 434.227.4446

GLENMORE

GREAT LOCATION! 2+ acres w/flat, partially fenced land!

Great fam rm w/FP& built in bar in bsmnt.

Updated kit w/ new counters, & hardwood floors. Low-maintenance brick home on a private lot. MLS# 495793. $199,900.

Sasha Farmer, 434.260.1435

664 acres. A blend of rolling pasture, hardwood forest, & best views in area. 3 homes on property, barns, & homesite overlooking stocked 5 acre lake. $4,900,000. Carter Montague, 951.7156 www.gravesmillfarmva.com

Gorgeous home boasts interior filled w/FPs, impressive Kit leading to 2-story great rm, screened porch, lg MBR/BA, upstairs play area w/4 BRs (3 w/att.

BAs) lg unfin bsmnt. MLS# 504812, $749,000 Rives Bailey, 434.227.4446

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Spectacular 4BR home with beautifully remodeled kitchen, maple cabinets, soap stone counters, Italian ceramic tile, heated floors. Formal DR, LR with FP & cherry floors. MLS# 504367, $324,900.

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CARRINGTON PLACE

Gaffney built townhome near everything. Huge BRs w/private BAs. New bsmnt expansion w/3rd BR/rec room & full BA. Sunny, spacious, open interior. MLS# 503051, $210,000.

Sasha Farmer, 434.260.1435

OWENSVILLE RD

Elegant, casual 6,000 sq ft one owner custom home on 5+ ac. First floor MA suite.

Beautiful setting, near Meriwether Lewis. Extensive landscaping.

Pool. MLS# 498958, $1,425,000. Trish Owens, 434.825.5393. O/A

CHERRY HILL

ALL BRICK end unit w/granite counters, 3 story bump-out (brkfast rm, MBR/BA, fin. bsmnt w/space for add’l BR) Spacious MA suite w/walk-in closet, sep soaking tub/shower. MLS# 503334, $309,000.

Sasha Farmer, 434.260.1435

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Best Buy in exclusive gated community w/golf course. 15 min to Cville/40 min to Short Pump. Bsmnt & Garage. Exc condition. Golf membership separate from HOA. MLS# 504301, $199,900 MLS# Carol Costanzo, 434.962.1419

ESMONT Affordable home in good condition, in private setting on 1.8 acres in S. Albemarle. One level living w/2 BRs, 1 BA, large yard. Just min from Howardsville & James River. MLS# 503573, $62,500.

Carter Montague, 434.951.7156

FANTASTIC VALUE! Contemporary w/ open floor plan, soaring stone FP, cathedral ceilings & clerestory windows! Lower level has office, study, full BA, fam rm, 2 car garage. MLS# 486852, $249,000.

Alice Nye Fitch, 434.981.4562

EARLYSVILLE FOREST

3 BR, 2.5 BA home on acre of private, wooded land, cul-de-sac lot. Well maintained! Open floor plan, sunroom/ brkfast rm, wall-to-wall windows, bonus room. MLS# 504213, $309,500.

Sasha Farmer, 434.260.1435

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Newly remodeled on 1.64 acres. Great Rm w/open LR/DR. Vaulted ceiling in MBr, new vinyl windows, new carpet/ vinyl flooring. Eat in kitchen 360 view of Blue Ridge Mtns. MLS# 480779, $99,000. Sal Milione, 434.882.4000

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Duplex for sale - both leased. 2315 leased thru 9/30/2012 & 2317 leased thru 6/30/2012. Convenient and close to everything! This is a perfect opportunity for an investor! MLS# 493755, $279,900. Jan Bas van Beek, 951.7134

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WESTERN ALBEMARLE One level living, 2 BRs & small office/ 3rd BR/nursery. Open floorplan, screened porch & deck. Huge laundry rm/pantry/mud rm & level 2 acre lot w/space for gardening. MLS# 504454, $259,000. Rives Bailey, 434.227.4446

LANGDON WOODS

Beautiful wooded lot w/mtn views. Level homesite fronting on the golf course.

Enjoy peaceful tranquility and take advantage of exceptional amenities offered by Keswick Club. MLS# 500871, $449,000. Rives Bailey, 434.227.4446

Opportunity to live in a rural preservation community in N. Albemarle Co. Mixture of hrdwd & pine. Tranquil community lake ideal for fishing & water views.

MLS# 493854, $195,000. Anita Dunbar, 434.981.1421

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Gem of a lot w/ gorgeous mtn & vista views! Large 21 acre lot in West. Alb nestled onto the side of Bear Den Mtn in Greenwood Highlands. MLS# 494918, $489,000. Carter Montague, 434.951.7156

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8 lot development ready to build-out.

2 of 8 lots front on Harris Rd, new road to be installed by developer.

Possible owner financing. Near Fry Springs neighborhoods. MLS# 501870, $450,000 Jamie White, 434.906.3944

SCOTTSVILLE IN FLUVANNA

Secluded compound w/2 homes on 41 wooded acres. Multiple decks/porches & windows. Workshop/garage w/apt, 1540 fin. sq.ft., decks & porches. Wooded, 2 creeks. MLS# 499133, $699,000. Carter Montague, 434. 962.3419

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Spacious & in beautiful condition!

Two-Story Family Room w/FP, opens to deck & privacy. Bright Kit w/granite & stainless. Lg MA suite, + 3 BRs, study & media rm. MLS# 500166, $545,000.

The Glenmore Team, 434.951.7160

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Scottsville

Louisa

22

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20

6

33

15

231

250

29 6

1

33

Greene

Albemarle

151

Nelson

Madison

15

64

Fluvanna 6

5

250

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401 Park Street Charlottesville, VA 22902

434.962.9148 lindsay@lindsaymilby.com

550 Rocks FaRm

MinuTes To downTown

$1,495,000

Unmatched quality custom details are found in this extraordinary Western Albemarle masterpiece situated on just under 5.0 acres. Spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mts year round & if you like to garden take your pick from one of 6 different fruit trees, berry bushes or grape vines. Offering a first floor master plus abundant entertaining spaces, a huge gourmet kitchen, theater and billiard room, exquisite Walnut paneled library, cozy hearthroom and screen porch, the features are endless! MLS# 497852

1339 le ParC TerraCe • $248,000 Beautifully updated Le Parc home with first and second floor master suites! Centrally located, this home is a true gem. Offering a light filled vaulted great room, open design for entertaining, bamboo floors, skylights, master suite with jetted tub, a second floor loft and study; the list goes on. Do not overlook this one! MLS# 502230

one-level living in dunlora

CoMing soon in ivy

CusToM Build in ragged MTn.

1319 PendleTon CT. • $380,000 One level living, open design, impressive vaulted great room and abundant natural light on a private cul de sac in Dunlora. Formal to informal spaces with a split bedroom design, private master suite, first floor laundry and second floor loft with attic storage. A wonderful home for entertaining family and friends! MLS# 505195

2353 owensville rd • $1,295,000 Situated on over 4.5 manicured acres with just under 6,000 finished sf and only minutes to town in Ivy. The rooms are gracious with both formal and informal spaces, a first floor master suite, cozy family room, large open kitchen and light-filled sunroom which overlooks the exquisite grounds and infinity pool. A perfect home for entertaining!

Farriers CourT • $789,000 Custom build in Ragged Mountain, situated on 2.98 rolling acres this beautiful home offers unmatched quality interior finishes, a two-story great room with center fireplace and builtins, spectacular owner’s suite, gourmet kitchen with breakfast area, a first floor study with full bath and a huge terrace level. MLS# 504012

BriCk TradiTional in ColThursT

urBan rowhoMes w/ rooFToP TerraCe

PenThouse near uva

107 reynard drive • $598,000 Immaculate brick traditional in Colthurst Farm set on 2.38 private acres 2 miles west of Barracks Rd. Quality abounds in this 4+BR gem offering a spacious first floor master, formal LR & DR with detailed molding, plus a dramatic light-filled vaulted greatroom with exposed beams, and rock fireplace. MLS# 504573

MCginnis row • $281,000 New urban-inspired row homes with garages and roof-top terraces located minutes to UVA Campus and Hospital. Painted brick and hardiplank exteriors, bamboo or hardwood floors, sleek cabinetry, granite tops, sliding barn door, open kitchen/great room and of course the roof top terrace with views towards West Main Street. MLS#505250

The Barringer • $579,500 5TH floor penthouse located in the heart of UVA. Short walk to The Grounds, The Stadium, The Corner, UVA Medical Center and free trolley to the downtown mall. On UVA & City transit lines.

The interior offers high end finishes including hardwood floors, granite countertops, and upgraded stainless appliances. MLS# 449625

ClassiC exTerior, Modern inTerior

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39 universiTy CirCle • $595,000 An amazing new modern interior is combined with a classic 1916 Beaux Arts exterior to create a unique offering within walking distance of UVA Grounds. Special features include high ceilings, exquisite heart pine floors, new modern kitchen and bathrooms, open design with careful attention to detail. MLS# 498147

indsay Milby offers an all encompassing knowledge of the real estate business with a background in mortgage financing, residential appraising, brokerage management and over 600 homes sold. She looks forward to continuing her successful real estate career in her new venture as a Principal with Loring Woodriff Real Estate Associates. 434.962.9148

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sPeCTaCular Blue ridge MTn. views

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401 Park Street Charlottesville, VA 22902

434.977.4005 lwoodriff@loringwoodriff.com

INCREDIBLE ESTATE WITH QUALIT Y & VALUE

23 acRes 10 minutes to uva $1,199,900 Totally private, exceptionally tranquil estate property moments from town.

Remarkable design, finish and setting showcased throughout, amazing attention to detail. The 6,500 square foot residence includes 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths. Energy features incl’ Amvic building system, solar water heaters.

Protected setting adjacent to a large estate in easement. Total privacy and tranquility. Dennis Woodriff (434) 531-0140. MLS# 505033

CLASSIC NORTH DOWNTOWN HOME

726 PARK STREET • $525,000 This classic, North Downtown home on over one third of an acre offers 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths in over 2,800 sf of sunny, sophisticated living spaces within walking distance of Downtown. The terrace-level apartment is light filled and charming, as is the entire home. New roof and many systems, rear play area, garage, quality 1950’s brick construction!

ROOF TOP TERRACE AND STEPS TO UVA

CIT Y OASIS OFF RUGBY – REDUCED

SPECTACUL AR BLUE RIDGE VIEWS

MCGINNIS ROW • $281,000 17 new urban-inspired row homes with garages & roof top terraces located minutes to UVA campus, the Hospital, The Corner, as well as Historic Downtown. Modern interior finishes including bamboo or hardwood flrs, sleek cabinetry, granite tops, open kitchen/great room. Lindsay Milby (434) 962-9148. MLS# 505250

1705 RUGBY CIRCLE • $649,000 This beautifully renovated 1-level home includes 3-BR & 2.5-BA on the main level & expansive, open living spaces in addition to a pristine lower level apt. Location on a quiet street w/only one other home is simply extraordinary – total privacy & solitude.

High quality kitchen & bathroom renovation. MLS# 503301

IVY FARMS EAST • $795,000 Large, open rooms, ample decks & graceful terraces make this a great venue for entertaining. 1st-flr master, recently remodeled kitchen w/granite counters, hardwood flrs, a screened porch, on 2 lots totaling over 8 acres, w/tennis court & pond; close to schools & within 4.5 miles of UVA. Joan Jay (434) 906-1806. MLS# 504738

AFFORDABILIT Y ON 2+ ACRES

5 ACRES, LAKE FRONTAGE IN ROSEMONT

BEAUTIFUL END UNIT AT THE RANDOLPH

3225 PRESIDENTS ROAD • $145,000 Cute home on beautiful land close to Cville - fenced backyard & separate pasture! Open layout makes the living space & kitchen inviting. Windows bring nature inside. Built-ins in the living room & updated kitchen. French doors to deck. Large shed/ workshop. Chas Biediger (434) 227-4669. MLS# 502958

475 ROSEMONT DRIVE • $1,395,000 Stately, 5-6 BR, home on 5 acres w/ mountain & water views.

Quality construction incl’ 10' ceilings, 3 fp, extensive crown molding, wainscoting, built-ins & premium systems for superior energy efficiency. Whole-house generator, three 1,000 gal propane tanks, walk-in safe, & many security features. MLS# 499835

210 NE 10TH STREET, #103 • $625,000 Beautiful end unit which enjoys windows on 3 sides. The interior finishes are fantastic w/cherry cabinets & hardwood flrs, fp, large balcony & spectacular bathrooms! The Randolph is Charlottesville’s premier Downtown condominium development. 2 blocks from the Mall. Lindsay Milby (434) 962-9148. MLS# 493101

AN IDEAL DOWNTOWN LOCATION

507 2ND STREET, NE • $579,000 A light-filled, 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath end unit townhome on historic N. 2nd Street, just three blocks to the Downtown Mall. Low-maintenance living on a quiet residential block. A rare opportunity with only four townhomes in this building.

Renovated kitchen and powder room, built-in bookcases, fireplace. Two reserved, off-street parking spaces. MLS# 494742

107 ReynaRd dRive $598,000

2.38 PRIVATE ACRES IN COLTHURST FARM

Immaculate brick traditional in Colthurst Farm set on 2.38 private acres 2 miles west of Barracks Rd. Quality abounds in this 4+ bedroom gem offering a spacious first floor master, formal LR & DR with detailed molding, plus a dramatic light filled vaulted greatroom with exposed beams, Lincoln french doors and rock fireplace. The generous covered porch and slate terrace overlook the private rear yard perfect for entertaining. Lindsay Milby, (434) 962-9148. MLS# 504573

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