The Real Estate Weekly 04.05.2017 by The Real Estate Weekly

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E IC ED R P UC D RE

Earlysville - Walnut Hill All brick transitional home built by Gaffney Homes, formal DR with half columns & panel molding. 2 story great room w/gas FP. Kitchen shaker style cherry cabinets & breakfast room. 1st floor MBR suite has tray ceiling. Screen porch & generator. $789,500 www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559276 • Mike Gaffney: 434.760.2160

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E IC ED R P UC D RE Stanardsville - Panoramic mtn views.

18ft. ceilings in foyer & great rm. Open floor plan. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559118 $619,000 • Frankie Carl: 757.773.0442

E IC ED R P UC ED Forest Lakes-All brickRhome w/updated Kit,

concept. Family rm w/FP, terrace level rec room. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559616 $400,000 • Sasha Farmer Team: 434.260.1435

brkfst area,family rm FP, mature landscaping www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559496 $425,000 • Paul McArtor: 434.305.0361

E IC D PR UCE D R E 2 decks. New gas Afton-Mountain Paradise! log FP. Glass study/office, 2 lg BRs. Glassed porch. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559710 $169,000 • Carol Costanzo: 434.962.1419

E IC D PR UCE D R E w/amazing views. Ruckersville - Lakefront

Trex front porch, impressive high-ceiling foyer. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559558 $320,000 • Jamie White: 434.906.3944

E IC D PR UCE D R E living, open Spring Creek - One level

E IC D PR UCE D R E living. Covered Ruckersville - One-level

Open floor plan. Garage, unfinished basement. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559162 $329,000 • Jamie White: 434.906.3944

Gordonsville-Artsy one-level-living. 3.8 landscaped acres, 3BR, 2BA, set on a knoll www.montaguemiller.com/mls=524953 $385,900 • Joe Porterfield: 434.906.1616

Albemarle-Spectacular property boasts 2+ acres. Wall of windows on 1st level w/open floor plan. smilione.montaguemiller.com/mls=552369 $579,900 • Sal Milione: 434.882.4000

10 1-acre lots off 5th St extended. Starting at $639,990 • Jamie White: 434.906.3944 www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559232

E IC ED R P To DBe U C Built! E Cville-Build your dream Rhome in Whittington.

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Estates. Lg MBR in above-ground fin.bsmnt. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559260 $195,000 • Jamie White: 434.906.3944

new windows. Gorgeous craftsmanship. Lg parcel. www.montaguemiller.com/mls=559545 $319,000 • Anita Dunbar: 434.981.1421

E IC ED R P UC D R Elot in Twin Lakes Ruckersville - Double

E IC D PR UCE D R E skylights & Nelson Extensively renovated,

Keswick - Velindre offers 36 gently rolling acres, about 2/3 open, with stream, pond, barn, and largely fenced. Charming country home includes beamed ceilings, generously sized rooms, family room & breakfast room fireplaces. Family room has access to enclosed porches, & patio with pool melds indoor/outdoor living spaces. www.montaguemiller.com/MLS=559388 $975,000 • McCauley & Bailey Team: 434.227.4446

We help arrange any home services needed for Buyers or Sellers: HVAC, Electrical, Roofing & more. Email or Call the Concierge: Joy W. Long concierg@montaguemiller.com • 434.951.7179

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HIGHLANDS DRIVE

Charming 2 story home with cedar siding on a slightly elevated lot. Beautiful, mature landscaping. Nicely renovated kitchen with cherry cabinets, quartz counter tops, updated stainless appliances. Home features: wood burning fireplace, living room, family room and dining room. Many updates including new roof in 2011 as well as Pella windows in 2015. Attic and 8x8 out building, great for extra storage! $285,000

DEVON PINES

Fabulous custom home built by Vitto Cetta of Weatherhill Homes. Tastefully updated. Large first floor master suite with beautiful marble counter tops in bath and 2 walk-in closets. Second floor offers anothe master suite. Wonderful kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless appliances, double ovens, 5 burner gas cooktop and wine refrigerator. Large laundry room with sink, cabinets and closet. Over-sized garage features 4 transoms over the 3 garage doors. Full, light fillled terrace level recreation room. Screened porch that overlooks a private, wooded sanctuary. $615,000

KING MOUNTAIN ROAD

4 BR, study & 2 car garage,

LEAP OF FAITH FARM

Leap of Faith Farm and B&B, set on 3 private acres with a 3 stall horse barn and tack room. Gracious one floor living with a full, walk-out basement. Four room terrace level apartment and oversized 2.5 car garage. Cozy attic sitting room plus walk-in storage. The main level features a state of the art kitchen, high ceilings and light filled rooms. Geothermal heating and cooling. This energy efficient home has a gas fireplace and wood stove. Close to riding trails and wine country, just 10 minutes to Charlottesville. $649,000

AVON STREET

Built in 1912, this Belmont home has been beautifully renovated. Charm & character with modern conveniences. The kitchen has: cherry cabinet, granite counter tops and center island exhaust over gas range. Original heart pine floors throughout add a rich warm glow. The master suite has a walk-in closet and bath that features heated tile floors and jetted tub. Huge rear deck overlooks the level, open, fenced yard. Off street parking accessed via side private ally way. A LEAP “ENERGY STAR” Home. Minutes walking distance to downtown or Belmont restaurants. $499,900

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This has it all! Mountain views yet 5 mins. from Downtown, 10 mins. from UVa, and a stone’s throw from the new Wegmans and close to schools. Four bedroom, sun drenched colonial with 2 car garage and finished basement. Move in condition and beautifully landscaped with low maintenance in mind plus round year interest. Community pool, playground, clubhouse and trails. $397,500.

on one level, plus partially fin basement in one of Charlottesville most desirable neigh-

borhoods. Full of charm, large windows, all brick w/

new roof, baths, windows, etc.. Hardwood floors, cedar closet, very large rear deck for enter-

taining, level, sunny, lot with mature shade trees. $450,000 Ring Sonja 981-3523

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OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND Starting at $524,900

OUT OF BOUNDS. Elegant end unit town home with multiple upgrades and amenities in a lovely, conveniently located community on Barracks Road. This unit is beautifully appointed and boasts built-in cabinets, see thru FP, elevator, finished 4th floor, master bath that will delight, large rooms and much more for modern living. $670,000. Jane Porter Fogleman Jane@foglemangroup.com 981-1274. (556141) Hosting Agent: Jane Fogleman Directions: At Georgetown light on Barracks Rd. going West turn left into Out of Bounds. Go to the end right turn and it is the end unit at the other end from the model unit.

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Ednam Hall • 1100 Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903 Ph (434) 951-5155 • F (434) 951-5190

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• Owned by the Giles family for nearly 100 years • First time offered for sale • Charming 2 story; 4BR / 2BA farm house • Upgrades include: well pump & filter, oil furnace, water heater, new vinyl siding & windows A P R IL

1308 Piper Way, Keswick, VA 22947

A Virginia Tradition Since 1927

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29 28+/acres offered in 3 Tracts Overlooking Tye River - Frontage on Rt.151 & Roseland Rd. Directions: From 29N (toward Charlottesville) proceed 5.5 mile onto Patrick Henry Highway, Continue 11 miles turn Right onto Roseland Rd. The home site is approximately 1/2 mile on the left. 5% Buyer’s Premium. 10% Deposit Due at Auction. Full details online.

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3 BR/3.5 BA CUSTOM BUILT HOME on Celebrating Over Eighty-Five Years 4.7 ACRES in MADISON COUNTY, VA Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 2:00pm 66 Wright’s Ln. – Radiant, VA 22732

Having built and relocated to a new home, our sellers have contracted us to market and sell this gorgeous Graystone Homes custom home on 4.7 +/- acres at public auction. This gorgeous home boasts a finished basement and garage that is ideal for collectors or enthusiasts. Opportunity awaits to you to be the new owner by bidding and buying At Auction!! • Custom built 3 BR/3.5 BA home on 4.782 +/- acres • Home features 2,600 +/- sf on the main floor and 1,400 +/- sf in the basement • Kitchen w/custom maple cabinets, pantry , breakfast nook & eat-in area (all appliances convey); formal dining room and living room w/crystal chandeliers; family room w/gas log fireplace; laundry room; full finished basement; attached 2-car garage (588 +/- sf) • Oak hardwood flooring throughout w/vinyl in kitchen & bathrooms • Full finished basements features 9’ ceilings, fire rated metal doors and drywall, ceiling fans, full bathroom, 7.5’ x 10’ garage doors, black & white checkerboard tile flooring w/ diamond plate base molding, and more!! You can literally park a truck and boat trailer in this basement!!! The ultimate man cave!! • Covered 6’ x 28’ front porch w/sidewalk to parking area • 320 +/- sf. rear deck w/French door entrance from kitchen • Dual heating & cooling systems; heat pump for basement w/ gas furnace w/central AC on main floor • Well & septic tank; gravity flow aerated system • This lovely property has gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is conveniently located near Rt. 230 near Madison, Orange and Culpeper. • Tax Map: 58-67C; DB 28-35; Zoned: A; Home was built in 2006

3 BR/2.5 BA HOME on .9 +/- ACRES in STAUNTON, VA

Charlottesville RETW ABSOLUTE REAL ESTATE AUCTION 4.5 x 5.4

Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at 1:00pm 15 Virginia Angus Ln. – Staunton, VA 22939

Run date: April 5 & April No 19,longer 2017 in need of this office, the Virginia Angus Association has contracted us to market and sell this $150.00 x 2 run = $300.00property to the highest bidder at public auction. With a

little renovation, this home will make an excellent primary residence or investment property, and you can make it yours at the PRICE YOU BID!! •

3 BR/2.5 BA 2,590 +/- sf. home on .93 +/- acres (tax map states this home is 3 BR; however only 2 bedrooms have closets; however, a simple retrofit is possible)

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Kitchen (no appliances); living room; finished walk-out basement

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Replacement vinyl windows

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Heat pump for heating/cooling; wood burning fireplace on upper level; plumbed for hot water base board heat; however, boiler is no longer in place

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Drilled well & conventional septic system; water softening system; electric water heater

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Shared asphalt driveway

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Well located only 1 mile from I-64 (Exit 91 - Fishersville)

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Tax Map: 075-137; Zoned: GA (the office was allowed by a special use permit which is not transferable); Home was built in 1987

Only $50,000 Suggested Starting Bid!! Property Tour: Tuesday, April 11 @ 5pm SHARP.

Only $150,000 Starting Bid!!

Need Financing for this home?? Please contact Tony Wilson at 540-748-1359 with all inquiries

Property Tour: Wednesday, April 5 @ 2pm SHARP.

Please contact Tony Wilson at 540-748-1359 with all inquiries

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OPEN SUNDAY April 9th, 1-4 pm

FOXCROFT 485 ROLLING VALLEY COURT

Min. to UVA, downtown, & Wegmans. Wonderful views, lots of natural light. 4BR, 2.5BA. MLS#559335, $349,000 Dir: From Downtown, S on Avon Street Ext, R on Southern Parkway, R onto Foxvale Lane, R onto Rolling Valley

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WAYNESBORO 216 JOCELYN LANE

Graceful mansion w/old fashioned double porch & wonderful views. 5 large BR/3BA, basement. MLS#559049, $379,900 Dir: RT 250 towards Waynesboro, left on Hopeman Parkway, left on Ivy, left into Ana Marie Estates, 3rd right on Jocelyn Ln.

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Solid Brick w/Large rooms. 4BR, 3BA. 1 ac, GREAT yard w/beautiful views & creek. Renovated bsmt apt(Kitchen, fam room, FP & 1BR, $900/mo), Close to shopping, UVA & Airport. Fantastic location. MLS#558470, $349,900

Please call me today so that I can put my knowledge and experience to work for you. I would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.

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BUCK MOUNTAIN ROAD

Bright, charming cottage set on one acre in Earlysville. Great features include: vaulted ceilings, bamboo & ceramic tile flooring, updated baths, large deck and storage shed. Nearly level yard with a wonderful garden space. Privacy yet minutes from the airport and Hollymead Town Center. $245,000

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What’s Happening Around Town? Charlottesville Waldorf School Now Accepting Applications for the 2017 – 2018 School Year Ages 3 to 8th Grade Please join us at our Open House on Saturday, April 22nd, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Our classrooms will be open from 10:00 a.m. until Noon. Children are welcome and encouraged to experience our beautiful grounds and enriching classrooms. Our youngest visitors will enjoy an Earth Day inspired craft. Teachers and Administrators will be available to give tours and answer questions about our curriculum and the Waldorf Approach. A puppet play, The Billy Goats Gruff, suitable for all ages, will be performed at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. For information: www.cwaldorf. org/ or 434-973 4946 x102 n

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Roy Wheeler Realty Co. was the winner of a prominent Member Achievement Award by Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®, a select global community of the highest quality independent real estate firms. The award was presented during the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Conference Week, a series of events that drew an impressive audience of 2,000 real estate professionals from 25 countries. Roy Wheeler Realty Co. was named to the Momentum Club, which acknowledges members that dramatically improved their company’s outgoing referral performance from 2015 to 2016 based on a certain increase in closed transactions resulting from client introductions made to other affiliates throughout the network. “Celebrating the exceptional firms that earned one of our prestigious Member Achievement Awards is always a highlight of our Annual Conference,” said LeadingRE President and CEO Pam O’Connor. “These companies have earned distinction among the best firms around the world, and we commend them for their extraordinary commitment to performance and excellence.” Roy Wheeler Realty Co. is the Charlottesville and Central Virginia representative of LeadingRE (www. LeadingRE.com). With a global membership that spans six continents, LeadingRE connects more than 550 firms and 130,000 sales associates who produce over 1.2 million real estate transactions each year. As a member of LeadingRE, Roy Wheeler Realty pro-

MARKWOOD ROAD

Leap of Faith Farm and B&B. Set on 3 private acres with a 3 stall horse barn and tack room. Gracious one floor living. Full, walk-out basement includes a four room terrace level apartment and oversized 2.5 car garage. Walk up attic with cozy sitting room and walk-in storage. The main level features a state of the art kitchen, high ceilings and light filled rooms. Geothermal heating and cooling. This energy efficient home has a gas fireplace and wood stove. Close to riding trails and wine country. Lovely deck and terrace. Located 10 minutes to Charlottesville. $649,000

KING MOUNTAIN ROAD 4 BR, study & 2 car garage, on one level, plus partially fin basement in one of Charlottesville most desirable neighborhoods. Full of charm, large windows, all brick w/new roof, baths, windows, etc.. Hardwood floors, cedar closet, very large rear deck for entertaining, level, sunny, lot with mature shade trees. $450,000 Ring Sonja 981-3523

EARLYSVILLE

This rustic, custom contemporary style home is all on one level . The many unique features are, stone and cedar exterior, large stone fireplaces, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and absolutely gorgeous sun room looking out over deck and woods. Three bedrooms 2.5 bathrooms, hardwood floors and extensive decking. Master bedroom is very large. Quality construction on 2 very private acres, just beyond the Reservoir. $348,000. Ring Sonja 434-981-3523

Roy Wheeler Realty Co. Wins Achievement Award at Global Real Estate Event

vides a quality real estate experience, global marketing reach and access to top real estate professionals in virtually any market worldwide. Today, after more than ninety years in the real estate business, when people think about Charlottesville real estate, Roy Wheeler is one of the first names that comes to mind. Our team of over 120 real estate professionals, works hard to ensure that buyers and sellers get exactly what they need. Roy Wheeler Realty Co. has six offices located throughout Central Virginia, including our main office in the historic Ednam Hall mansion in Charlottesville, and our Central Virginia associates are perfectly positioned to serve you. Our affiliations with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World & Luxury Portfolio International, provides you with the very best in marketing power throughout the world.

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A Virginia Tradition Since 1927 Charlottesville: 434-951-5155

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Ednam Hall • Dryden Lane • Charlottesville, VA 22903

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GREAT CONTEMPORARY HOME in the Peacock Hill neighborhood. Open remodeled kitchen, dining and living room with wood burning fireplace. Master is privately situated on the whole upstairs level. There is a large family room with another fireplace in the lower level with a full bath. This home is tucked away amidst the large trees and colorful landscaping. $339,000. www. GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (559201)

SOUTHERN CHARM throughout this beautifully maintained home. Gleaming hardwood floors, fresh paint, 2 car detached garage, spacious front porch with French doors and tons of natural lighting. Kitchen with maple cabinets, granite counters, tile floor, eat-in area, pantry plus separate dining room. 3rd floor bonus room. Immediate occupancy. $435,000. Julie Holbrook, 434-989-4415. (559159)

TASTEFULLY UPDATED one-level home, wonderfully situated just a 1/4 mile from the reservoir and minutes to shopping. Open floorplan flows from living room to dining room to kitchen, with new windows providing ample natural light. Very large master suite with separate sitting room/home office and all-new master bath. Covered rear patio and screened porch. $464,900. Lance Hoover, 989-4187. (558980)

JUST MINUTES outside of Louisa, this spacious home on 2.3 acres has an open floorplan with 2180 square feet. You will love the granite counters in the kitchen, BIG tiled shower in the master bath and a bonus room over your garage. $254,900. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (559034)

THIS BEAUTIFUL HOME is found in the gated community of Spring Creek! Move-in ready with open floor plan, raised ceilings, crown molding, cherry cabinets, granite & stainless steel appliances. Deck overlooks the 9th hole. Maintenance-free lot on a cul-de-sac at the end of a quiet, private street. Paved trails to clubhouse, pool and tennis courts. $365,000. Stephanie Shellenberger, 434-989-0351.

STONEY CREEK AT WINTERGREEN: This water-front home offers long lake views, views of the 5th green and spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Abundant windows/doors bring the naturescape inside while patios, decks and a free-flowing interior make indoor/outdoor living a breeze and entertaining a joy. $815,000. www.TheChaseTeam.com 296-9860. (546795)

BIG PRICE DROP IN GLENMORE! Quick close possible. Exquisite French country home, all brick 5/6 BR w/ 1st Fl. Master. 12’ Ceilings, 3 FPs. Gourmet kitchen w/ Cherry cabs & granite countertops. Home theater. Workout Room. Private fenced rear yard backing to scenic river trail. $985,000. Byrd@ByrdAbbott.com 242-9600. (559099)

EARTHCRAFT HOME on just over 2.5 acres. Begin and end your day on the wraparound covered porch of this 2 story home. Just a few features include whole house generator, geothermal heat pump, “on demand” water heater, 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, partially finished basement, 2 car garage and so much more. $349,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (557829)

COUNTRY RANCH HOME with nice private location in Louisa. Big 3.4 acre lot with right of way access about 500 feet down an existing driveway. Storage shed and box trailer outside provide good storage or workshop options. 2 zone heat system with propane furnace and heat pump. 3 full baths! Sold as-is. $164,500. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (557071)

WELL MAINTAINED RANCH HOME on a finished basement with a 26’ x 32’ two car detached garage/workshop offers electric, property consist of 4 additional parcels already subdivided. Home features all the appliances including a pellet stove for additional heating on those winter nights. Truly a “JEWEL” don’t miss out on this property! $164,900. Kim Johnson, 465-5138. (552888)

ONE LEVEL LIVING ON RUGBY ROAD. Enjoy convenience plus 1.3 acres. Gorgeous, private backyard and patios. Remodeled kitchen. Dramatic features like dining room with two walls of windows, 3 rooms with skylights and master bedroom with 2 bathrooms. 3 additional bedrooms, 2 offices plus apartment with private entrance. $960,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (558038)

CUSTOM STONE, BOARD AND BATTEN round house in an idyllic private country setting with mountain views. Home enjoys custom cabinetry, large gourmet kitchen, several living areas and more. 3-4 car garage, plenty of storage in the finished space above the garage or large outbuildings. Two tiered koi pond, tennis court, in-ground pool. $989,000. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (553087)

IMPROVED SKI CHALET exactly 850 feet from Tyro Slope! Grab your gear & start riding w/in minutes of arriving at this renovated mountain escape in low traffic area bordering Nature Preserve. 3 separate living areas offer great rental potential!! Sleeps 12+ in real beds. Hot tub off back deck. Spectacular seasonal views of Blue Ridge Mtns! $289,500. Gavin Sherwood, 962-0226. (556097)

MOVE IN READY with a QUICK CLOSE possible! This amazing home has it all! Cathedral ceilings and hardwood floors enhance the spacious open floor plan w/ 3 bedrooms. Finished basement with family room, full kitchen, 2 bedrooms, & full bath. Rental Opportunity! Private fenced rear yard with large patio. $240,000. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (552418)

THIS AMAZING HOME offers plenty of space, both inside and out! Home shows like new w/quartz counters, fresh paint, hickory flooring & ceramic tile throughout, built-in appliances, ceiling to floor rock fireplace are just a sampling of the quality within. Over 5 open acres, 4BR/2.5BA, screened porch and unfinished basement. $429,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (559076)

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HOLLY SPRINGS FARM. Look out over your own private lake from nearly every room in this 1999 single level home (with full basement). Luxurious master suite with 3 additional bedrooms privately situated at the other end of the 4000+ sq. ft. home. Open pastures and barn on 31+ acres. New, expansive deck overlooking lake and new dock $975,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (558881)

QUANDARY FARM, c.1860. Private compound of nearly 100 acres, near Trump and Blenheim Vineyards. Absolutely doll house charming main residence, guest cottage, professional sound studio, barns, pond, gardens....all in excellent condition. Come home to Virginia! $995,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (550247)

WHITE HALL ESSENCE. Lovely home just NW of Charlottesville and just 15 minutes to Crozet in Albemarle County! Great living spaces, 6 bedrooms, 5F/3HBths rooftop porch, large deck, & lovely pool all with great views during the day & starlit nights. Almost 36 fairly level acres would provide for a stable, pastures &/or vineyard. $1,499,900. Ginger Ashcom 978-1066. (556119)

OLD ORCHARD. Historic residence, carefully restored, privately situated on 231 mostly wooded acres, located 1 mile from Scottsville with charming old and authentic dependencies & gardens. New 4 stall barn of top quality with grooms quarters, indoor pool & steam shower! Solid 4 board fencing, lush paddocks, riding ring, ample water. $1,250,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (550309)

COLD CREEK. Keswick Farms. 21-acre estate with beautiful ponds, custom timber-frame residence, open floor plan with stunning architectural display of timber & stone. 3 large bedrooms en suite, gourmet kitchen, covered patio & expansive terrace with outdoor kitchen and artistic water feature. Exceptional quality & detailed craftsmanship. $1,295,000. Duke Merrick, 962-5658. (553149)

SWEETHEART FARM. Green Springs area. 36 acres with 2 ponds, board fenced pastures, run-in sheds and a 10-stall center aisle barn. Efficient layout with completely renovated home dating to 1890. All in excellent condition. $555,000. www.GerriRussell. com (477459)

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LOT HAS BEEN CLEARED! NEW BROOKWOOD 4 bedroom floor plan with many upgrades including welcoming hardwood floors, crown molding in the kitchen, garden tub and double bowl vanity in the master bath, master bedroom with sitting and pull down attic stairs for storage. Near Zion Crossroads, 64 and 250! $254,600. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (555941)

NEW CONSTRUCTION at Greene Acres! Hardwood floors throughout this 3 bedroom home with a gas fireplace in the family room, kitchen with granite, oak cabinets, stainless appliances, washer and dryer, master suite with jetted tub and walk in closet, unfinished basement for future expansion. Enjoy the nearby 27 acre lake. $249,900. Susanstewart76@ gmail.com 434-242-3550. (555942)

TWO WOODED LOTS just west of the town of Louisa totaling 10.37 acres. Nice roadbed in place which accesses 3 lots and the property will convey with easement to use the new access. Pond sites! Owner/Agent. $69,000. Maury Atkins 540-2232719. (549921)

WONDERFUL LEVEL GOLF COURSE LOT right on the 17th fairway at Tanyard! Get the great benefits of an upscale golf course community with super low association fees! (only $25/yr!!!). Close to everything in town (pharmacy, groceries, restaurants, hardware) and minutes from Lake Anna. $47,000. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (554228)

ENJOY THE SPRING CREEK LIFESTYLE with a maintenance free townhome! Open living room drenched in natural light, gourmet kitchen with granite counters and island, large rear deck overlooking the wooded common area. 3 bedrooms upstairs, finished walk out terrace level with rec room, half bath and more! $239,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (557036)

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CUSTOM BUILT FARMHOUSE by Dobson Homes in Hidden Hills! Superior craftsmanship shines throughout the open floor plan with a stone front gas fireplace, gourmet kitchen with island, stainless appliances & breakfast nook. Private study. Master with walk in closets and luxurious bath. $733,560. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434242-3550. (555295)

MAGNIFICENT CUSTOM BRICK HOME on 16+ acres, located just minutes from wine and horse country. Surrounded by hardwoods, there is plenty of open & level yard. Main floor features hardwood flooring, dining room, living room and upgraded kitchen. Large master suite with private deck. Full basement, attached 2 car garage. $449,900. Ginny Barefoot, 531-7864. (559143)

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GOBBLERS KNOB. Tranquil and undisturbed, yet so convenient to Cville and Ruckersville. Custom log home carefully constructed with top grade materials and meticulously maintained. Private 2nd flr master with ensuite bath and spacious loft area. 2BR/1BA on 1st flr. Full-length front porch. Full, unfin basement. TRULY A MUST SEE! $540,000. Kathryn Bentley, 434-989-6769. (559073)

REDUCED AND PRICED TO SELL! Just over 4 acres, wooded with many tall hardwoods. Located on cul-de-sac lane. Drilled well with great flow rate. Indian Springs is a 400 acre community of only 53 home sites. 25 acres of common land with community lake and cottage for resident use. Drive down driveway to lovely building site. $167,000. Byrd@ ByrdAbbott.com 242-9600. (555465)

THOSE SEARCHING for magnificent mountain views, tranquil surroundings and a gorgeous rural setting, this 35+ acre parcel in Free Union is the answer. 16 theoretical development rights make it a perfect drawing board for a developer with a vision. Would also be great for a conservation easement, agricultural/farm use, vineyard, or private, hilltop estate. $650,000. Kathryn Bentley, 434-989-6769. (557086)

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HEAVENLY PLATEAU of 7.79 acres, ready to build. Well drilled, soils perked, paved access. Stream could make perfect pond site. Albemarle near Barboursville. $349,500. (533956). Two add’l, beautiful 2 and 2+ acre lots are also available. $249,500. (533948) and $195,500 (533955) These 3 lots have phenomenal Blue Ridge views! JimBonner.com 951-5102.

2.03 WOODED ACRES located in a very desirable location and school districts of W. Albemarle County. Surrounded by very nice homes but yet enough mature nature to still have privacy once you build your new home. Bring your builder!! 15 minutes to Charlottesville, UVA and shopping. $160,000. www.TammiCampbell.com 985-2348/882-5403. (533658)

7.28 ACRES OF PRIME RESIDENTIAL LAND only minutes from Keswick and Glenmore Country Clubs. Road frontage on Black Cat Road, producing well and relocation option for power line make this a Prime building site. $165,000. Karen S. Dowell, 531-6948. (543774)

PRETTY PIECE OF PROPERTY of 4.1 acres about 2 miles from Dixie in Fluvanna County. There are 2 structures on the property but they are unsafe for occupancy. The value is in the property only. There is an old well on the property but property is being sold as is. The land has been select cut. $35,000. Bonnie Field, 589-2611. (555525)

CHARLOTTESVILLE LAND of 2.81 acres for a home site with private wooded surroundings. Front of parcel runs along public paved road. Just off 29 North and minutes to NGIC, DIA, Hollymead Town Center and Charlottesville. $78,000. Adjoining 6.14 parcel is available for $139,000 (see mls 543356) or the two may be purchased together. Owner financing is available. Pamela Maloney, 284-1848. (543358)

OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY. This parcel was once part of the Graves family orchard and still has apple trees. There is also a 1900 log home that has been maintained and overlooks the Strothers Run and Rose River. Enjoy remarkable mountain views and many options for building sites for your new home. $1,985,000. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (552760)

COME TO MADISON COUNTY and build your dream home. Wake up every morning to the peace and beauty that abounds on this spectacular country offering. This property enjoys gently rolling pasture land, woodlands and mountain views. There’s even an old cabin that could possibly be restored. Plenty of building spots for you to choose from. $1,625,625. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (552759)

WATERFRONT 10 ACRE PARCEL on Rt. 6 with approximately 65’ of frontage on the Rivanna River. Property sits on both sides of Route 6 with approximately 2.5 to 3 acres on the north side elevated with a building site and on the south side is the Rivanna River frontage. Convenient drive to Charlottesville or Richmond area. $60,000. June Seay, 9819038. (549245)

WOODED 2.004 ACRE LOT fronting on Shores Road in Fluvanna County. Subdivision plat shows proposed drain field and well site. Would make a nice building lot or investment property. Approximately 35 minutes to Charlottesville. If you’re looking for a reasonably priced lot to build that new house on, this is it! $30,000. June Seay, 981-9038. (549305)

1.5 ACRES at the corner of US Route 29 and Cooperative Way in Arrington, VA. 30 minutes to Lynchburg. 35 minutes to Charlottesville. Connection to public sewer and water available. This is a great location for the next brewery or winery in Nelson County. Owner financing available. Price includes land to be cleared, if desired. $54,000. Gavin Sherwood, 962-0226. (550286)

BEAUTIFUL WOODED CORNER LOT in a relatively low traffic area at Wintergreen Resort. Close to hiking and many resort amenities including Devils Knob Golf Course, Devils Knob Grill, and the Wintergarden Spa. The Mountain Village is a short drive. This is a great home site for a private place to enjoy the mountain! $25,500. Gavin Sherwood, 962-0226. (553916)

FLUVANNA’S BEST KEPT SECRET just minutes to Zion Crossroads, 64 & 250! NEW Pavilion is ready for your enjoyment! Gorgeous subdivision backs up to farmland. Build now with one of our builders, bring your own, or wait to build, the choice is yours! Lot prices starting at $79,000. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (555892)

LOOKING FOR THAT PERFECT LOT to build your dream home? Hidden Hills is a gorgeous Equestrian community located only minutes to 250 for a quick commute to Pantops. Home site has been cleared with driveway in place. This lot is worth a look to see the beautiful creeks, walking trails and estate homes! $149,900. susanstewart76@gmail. com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (554134)

AFFORDABLE ALBEMARLE LAND with 5 division rights. Adjacent home also for sale (see mls# 551633). There are also two other parcels for sale and each have five division rights (see mls#s 551634/551635). This is an amazing opportunity. There is a recorded easement for a driveway. $153,000. Betsy M. Watson, 249-5995 and Gerri Russell, 531-9581. (551636)

5.037 ACRE PARCEL located in Southern Albemarle close to town but yet not that far away from the historic town of Scottsville in Albemarle County. Parcel is currently overgrown but enjoys an elevated building site on a quiet private country lane within 15 minutes of UVA and Charlottesville. $55,000. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 2428355. (554745)

JUST MINUTES OFF I-64 and located on Rt. 250 between Charlottesville and Richmond. Currently zoned C2, this property lends itself to many commercial purposes and is ideal for distribution centers, warehousing and flex space. Prior use was a 6000 sq ft auto body repair shop with three 12’ overhead doors, 14 foot ceilings, office space, two 1/2 baths, storage and fenced yard. $749,900. Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995. (554545)

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Classic 3BR 2B brick home, w/ full, unfin basement, built in 1973. Nicely preserved, on 3+ AC, in southern Albemarle. $198,500 MLS#554105

ROCKY GLEN

Artfully crafted luxury home on 63 acres. Original log cabin, pond, horse barn in Western Albemarle. $995,000 MLS#530112

HOLLY SPRINGS FARM

Look out over your own private lake from nearly every room! Immaculate home on 31+ acres boasting privacy & tranquility. $975,000 MLS #558881

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Immaculate Willow Glen town home in Hollymead Town Center. Quality finishes throughout. Walk to Target, restaurants & more! $243,000. MLS#553266

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Circa 1860, 100 AC homestead near Trump & Blenheim Vineyards. Extraordinary home and grounds. Indoor/Outdoor fireplaces, walled gardens, workshop and chicken house. Private compound w/ pro sound studio, pond, guest house & cabin. $749,000 MLS#547195 $995,000 MLS#550247

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WEST FARM

Extraordinary home c 1850 on 16+ AC. Classic finishes, vaulted ceilings, above garage apt. & rolling pastures in a private setting. $559,000 MLS#555704

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Stately Albemarle estate of 21 acres. 9 bedrooms, pool, pond, 6 car garage, 4 kitchens. $2,200,000 MLS#513246

OLD ORCHARD

Circa 1850, Excellent value of 231 acres in Scottsville. Vintage dependencies, new horse barn with indoor pool. $1,250,000 MLS#550309

TANBARK

Wonderful country retreat on 16 acres on James River Rd. in Albemarle. 3 charming dwellings, barns & fenced pastures. $499,000 MLS#530063

LOCKWOOD FARM - 200 ACRES

Prime, gently rolling farmland near Scottsville. 3 ponds, serviceable barns and equipment shed. $650,000 MLS #550478

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Estate area executive home with custom finishes on 3.5 acres. Nearly new 5 bedroom home in private setting. $439,000 MLS#534739

620 White Oak Condo

672 Fawn Ridge Drive

Updated & furnished 2 BR, 2 BA condo w/several upgrades. White Oaks Condo Complex has quiet rustic surroundings + distance to all Dining & Ski facilities. Warm Fireside living area w/modern furnishings. Deck & Patio! $120,900 Please call Tim Craig at 540-416-8498 (542963)

One of the last Golf front lots at Wintergreen w/ Mountain & 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 Devils Knob Golf & Tennis Center. $150,000. Build your custom dream home. Call Jon Tsakis for details 540-836-9211. Jon.Tsakis@gmail.com. (556129)

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Panoramic year round views! L’Etoile du Nord (The Star of the North), a unique Frank Lloyd Wright inspired design, over 3600 sq. ft of fin space plus multiple decks & screened porch. Great room with cathedral ceiling, 6 FP, incl each BR & family rms. Many built ins, hot tub, pool table, steam shower, security, 2 car covered carport. Level drive & parking. $975,000 – Call Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (559650)

598 Pedlars Edge Drive

606 Blackrock Circle

Furnished 3 BR w/seasonal views, close to Tyro slopes. Hardwood floors, wood burning stone FP. Cathedral ceiling in FR gives a spacious feel, w/ lots of morning light. Private lot, level parking, & borders not to be developed space. 2 full baths, large master BR(private loft area). Short drive to mtn village & amenities $299,000. Call Steve Marianella 434-566-1293, or email: smsales1@aol.com. (555754)

3 level immaculate home was renovated from top to bottom, inside and out in ’04 incl 3 story adtn. 5 BR on oversized lot. Steam shower, hardwood floors in main areas. Stainless appl. Ample storage. 2 family rms plus sleeping & reading loft. Wraparound deck w/complete privacy. Walk to Tyro. Plenty of parking. $325,000. Call Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (547428)

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512 Hunters Point Water-front w/long lake views, views of the 5th green, & spectacular views of surrounding mtns. Abundant windows/doors bring the naturescape inside while patios, decks, and a free-flowing interior make indoor/outdoor living a breeze and entertaining a joy. $815,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (546795)

148 White Oak Drive

Exquisite resort home. 6 BR, 4.5 BA on quiet street close to Mtn Village amenities (ski, restaurants, concerts). Plenty of room to entertain a crowd. Sold furnished. Large kitchen w/cherry cabinets & deck with seasonal mountain views. 4 FP throughout, 3 sizable living areas, 2 Master BR(FP’s). $550,000! Call Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (546513)

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293 Cedar Drive

Gorgeous, custom golf-front nestled into a 1+ acre lot w/stunning mountain & golf views. Home upgraded & improved w/$163K+ invested by owner in the last 4 yrs. Quality, gourmet kitchen, views, 1st flr master suite, private setting, screen porch, easy 1-level living. $555,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (552354)

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67 Squirrel Tree Lane Beautifully decorated & upgraded Ski Chalet is just a short walk to the slopes. Enjoy picturesque views from your master BR, LR, & deck. Designed with convenience in mind; the 1st floor = 2 BR & 2 full baths + loft area sleeps many.$290,000. Call Tim Craig – 540-416-8498 or email tmack377@yahoo.com. (555213)

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67 Hickory Spring Road Furnished 4 BR+ home on level & private lot. New stainless appl. & water heater. Close to Devils Knob amenities. Large wrap around private decks, floor to ceiling stone FP. Unique master BR w/ bonus loft space. $334,000. Call Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com. (553985)

Best year round views at Wintergreen w/oversized lot (2.4 ac). 2 wood burning FP w/heatilators. Large decks, screened porch, 3 car garage w/hobby room(or 4th BR) Hardwood floors, extensive landscaping and native wildflowers across the lot, paved & level circular driveway & low traffic not far from amenities. Floor to ceiling stone FP in FR. $599,000 Call Steve Marianella. 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (535481)

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37 Grassy Overlook

Infinite, unobstructed, views of Rockfish Valley & beyond. Custom built cabinets, 50 yr shingle roof, gutters, skylights, Evergrain decks w/oil rubbed bronze ballusters, Luckstone granite counters in kitchen & baths. Wide plank oak hdwd floors, custom Turkish mosaic tile work. 4 Stone & masonary FP. $799,000. Call Jon Tsakis for details 540-836-9211 Jon.Tsakis@gmail.com (559473)

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25 West Elkwood Drive Only 10 years old & so much to offer + the price is right. 4BR plus game room & bonus rm. Great room w/vaulted ceilings & wood burning FP(stone facing inside & out); kitchen w/maple cabinets & stainless range & fridge; 1 car garage; wrap-around deck; fenced area for dogs. $395,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (546857)

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11 Ravens Roost Court One-owner home adjoins the National Forest with seasonal views into the Shenandoah Valley and mountains beyond. Features two full kitchens and designed to function as either 4 bedrooms + office or 5 bedrooms. Recent improvements: Granite counters; stainless appliances; new roof; freshly stained exterior; rebuilt decks. Top-of-the-line furnishings are included. $472,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (534628)

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Top floor 2 BR condo in great location, across from Spa & Aquatics Center & overlooking golf & Shenandoah Valley. Generally furnished, FP in family room, full kitchen, & sep. dining area. Walk to golf, tennis or Nature Foundation. Nicely maintained condo complex, dues include cable and propane. $119,000. Listed by Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (556815)

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3213 North Ridge Condo 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 SpaAquatics-Fitness Center, Devils Knob Tennis & Golf. Reduced! $160,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (508360)

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Its official mission is to promote goodwill and community service, and promote Charlottesville and Albemarle and their adjacent counties as springtime tourist attractions. But really, it’s a lot more fun than it sounds. With everything from a grand parade to a municipal band concert, a benefit breakfast, a movie in the park, and a carnival, the 68th annual Charlottesville Dogwood Festival, March 23 through April 23 is a month-long celebration of springtime and springtime’s renewing vigor. Many events are free. The Dogwood Carnival in McIntire Park takes place evenings from April 6 through April 23 starting at 5:00 p.m. The fireworks display in the park starts at approximately 8:45 p.m. on April 7. Disney’s 2016 animated hit film Finding Dory will be shown at 7:00 p.m. on

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lthough it’s hard to say when exactly it happened this year, spring has sprung, and with it the hundred ways we show it. Whether it’s to make us parade down Market, run along the Rivanna, or jog up a mountain, spring energizes us all. Here are a few of the many ways.

April 8 in the park’s softball field. The Doubletree Hotel hosts a breakfast with a Silent Auction to benefit the Monticello Little League Challenger Division on April 21 from 7:30 to 10:00 a.m. Doors open at 7:00 a.m.; the buffet starts at 8:00. The Grand Feature Parade begins on McIntire Rd at 10:50 a.m. on Saturday April 22, heads down Market St. to 7th St NE, then East High St, and finishes back at McIntire Road. This year’s theme is Red, White, & Bloom, and awards will be given out for Best Floats and Dogwood Spirit. The Dogwood Vietnam Memorial rededication is the same morning at 11:00 a.m. in McIntire Park East. The Charlottesville Municipal Band’s Dogwood Festival Spring Concert in Dickinson Auditori-

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Nelson County Commercial Property 4300 Rockfish Valley Highway Treasure in

downtown Nellysford for entrepreneur and/or developer seeking acreage zoned for business! 13.02 acres with 6.08 acres fronting 151, 4.79 acres fronting Virginia Lane, and 2.15 wooded acres suitable for private residence for business owner. B1 by right uses: hotel/motel, retail stores, restaurants, offices, and personal/ professional services, etc. Substantial road frontage along two roads including Route 151. $299,000

Pheasant Run parcel Great opportunity to build your own business in the thriving Nellysford community. Just down from the shopping center, behind an art gallery and next to Wild Wolf Brewery, this is a prime location for a lucrative endeavor. Level and open for easy access and building on this 1.5-acre lot. Zoned B-1 with restrictions. Perfect for retail, office, coffee shop and more! $59,000 80 Front Street Two parcels with one vacant for future

expansion or business development. The other parcel has a 10,000-square-foot paved parking area with a 2,520-squarefoot building in the heart of Lovingston. Office building has 3 separate store fronts and could accommodate separate businesses and/or retail spaces. Zoned B1 with by right uses: stores, offices, food sales and restaurants, banks, hotel/motel, gasoline stations, churches, schools, hospitals, and more. Great road frontage along Front Street just off of Route 29. $243,000

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Tranquil, undisturbed, & convenient to Cville & Ruckersville on 13.48 ac. Log home w/ custom western red cedar & rock foundation. Water from 2 springs feeds into 1,200 gal. reservoir. Private 2nd flr master w/ensuite bath & spacious loft area. 2 BR/1 full BA on 1st flr. Oak cabinets & built-ins. New heat pump ‘14 + no maint deck on rear. Full, unfin basement. 24x24 carport w/electric plus 24x32 garage/shop w/ 16x12 add’n. MLS#559073, $540,000

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um at Piedmont Virginia Community College is on April 23 at 3:30 p.m. As always, the Dogwood Court will be made up of eight “princesses,” ages 16 to 24, winners of pageants in surrounding counties. These young ladies spend the final week of the Festival with the Dogwood Queen, attending events and visiting in the community. The Queen’s Ball will be held at the Doubletree Hotel on April 22 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person. This year’s Dogwood Queen, Georgianna Kaylee Woodward, will graduate from Madison County High School with honors this spring, and hopes to attend either Radford University or West Virginia University. Her career ambition is to work with special needs children. Woodward’s platform—her special Festival cause, which she hopes to speak about whenever opportunity arises—is “Raising Tourette Awareness.” Woodward herself was diagnosed with Tourette in the fourth grade and has spoken to many different groups about the disorder and the bullying that often accompanies it. Also at the Queen’s Ball, the Dogwood Community Achievement Scholarship will be awarded to the high school senior who best personifies an ongoing commitment to “exemplary community service.”

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Starting and finishing at historic Court Square, it passes by the Rotunda and along the banks of the Rivanna River on a course voted one of the most scenic in the East. This four-in-one race—the Charlottesville Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay, and 8K & Kids K—has been called America’s Destination Marathon for the beauty and historical import of its course. Twenty-five hundred runners (including walkers in the 8K) are expected to participate in the 2017 race, April 1 starting at 7:00 a.m. for adults and 8:00

a.m. for kids. Paid advance registration is required.

Bow Wow Walk Animal lovers can support the animals and life-saving programs of the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA on Saturday, April 8 with a K-9 2.5K BowWOW-Walk beginning at 10:00 a.m. in Charlottesville’s Lee Park. The walk is for both dogs and their humans (and humans carrying photos of their cats), and winds through the lovely and historic downtown mall neighborhood before heading back to Lee Park for a post-walk festival featuring human and doggie entertainment, a canine competition, treats for dogs and dog owners, and animal-friendly sponsors. Pre-registration can be completed online or in person on April 8 from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m., costs $35 for adults and $25 for persons 18 and under, and comes with a pet bandana, a human tee-shirt, and a walker goodie bag. The walk begins at 10 a.m.

Remembering Vinegar Hill On Saturday, April 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. the Jefferson School African-American Heritage Center in Charlottesville holds a “day soirée” entitled Remembering Vinegar Hill: The Neighborhood Beneath the Pavement. Co-created by students from the Miller School of Albemarle, the annual event honors the former Vinegar Hill neighborhood, the city’s principal black business district and the center of African-American social life, which was demolished in the name of urban renewal in the 1960s. Expect music, food and games.

Tom Tom Founders Festival While the demolition of Vinegar Hill is remembered today with shame and sorrow, the city that is home to the University of Virginia and has nurtured the minds of such notable figures

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as Edgar Allen Poe, Georgia O’Keefe, Woodrow Wilson and Tina Fey has a rich legacy of creative thought and innovation. The Tom Tom Founders Festival, April 10 through 16 at fifty venues in Charlottesville, is intended to build on this history “through a diversity of disciplines and engagement with forward thinking makers and doers.” Beginning on Founder’s Day (April 13), the Festival re-imagines the city “as a creative canvas for innovators, visionaries and artists.” More than sixty bands, 200 speakers and 400 community organizations will take part. The weeklong festivities will kick off with a Community Potluck on Monday, April 10 at 5:00 p.m. in IX Art Park. The Founders Summit, April 13-15 at the Paramount Theater, will feature over fifty innovators and entrepreneurs including New America President and CEO Anne-Marie Slaughter and New Belgium Brewing Company cofounder Kim Jordan to share their stories and offer advice on start-ups. The Hometown Summit, April 13-15 at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, will explore the future of small and mid-sized cities with dozens of keynotes, workshops, and peer-led panels featuring three hundred elected officials, practitioners, policymakers, and investors in such dynamic small

studies at the Miller Center. Earlier at the Paramount, at 6:00 p.m., UVA’s School of Engineering and Applied Science will present “Innovations In Energy,” exploring the future of renewable energy with Zoetic Energy Founder & Chairman Jerome Ringo, University of Virginia professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Eric Loth, and Apex Clean Energy President & CEO, Mark Goodwin. Open air block parties in Lee Park, April 14, 15 and 16 will feature hip bands, a craft beer garden, tech and art showcases, and dozens of local and regional food trucks. cities as Akron, Boulder, Madison, and Chattanooga. At the Paramount Theater at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 13, birthday of the third and most locally celebrated U.S. President, the Festival will present a three part program, co-sponsored by the Miller Center, entitled “Innovations In Democracy: First 100 Days Of Trump.” Mark Warner, U.S. Senator from Virginia, and Bill Antholis, Director and CEO of the Miller Center, will speak. Ed Ayers and Brian Balogh of the PBS history program Backstory will join Christa Dierksheide, a historian at the Robert H. Smith Interna-

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tional Center for Jefferson Studies at Monticello, in a panel discussion on the “History of Media and the Presidency.” Other speakers will include Peter Baker, chief White House correspondent of The New York Times; Chris Cillizza, Washington Post columnist and soon-to-be CNN commentator; Russell Riley, co-director of the Presidential Oral History Program at the Miller Center; Douglas A. Blackmon, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and host of the Miller Center’s American Forum TV program; and Nicole Hemmer, columnist for US News & World Report and Vox.com and assistant professor of presidential

Founder’s Day and Jefferson’s Birthday Celebration On Thursday, April 13 Monticello will mark the 274th anniversary of Thomas Jefferson’s birth with a celebration and ceremony on its West Lawn. The pre-ceremony performance will begin at 9:45 a.m., and will feature a keynote address by renowned chef, author and foodie movement pioneer Alice Waters, the 2017 recipient of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medal in Citizen Leadership. Past recipients of the medal include economist and former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan and civil rights leader John Lewis. Admission to the ceremony is

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Longsuffering Thomas Jefferson might not believe it, but today there are over 30 wineries within 25 miles of Charlottesville, scarcely more than a day’s ride from where that famously ambitious agriculturalist repeatedly tried and failed to produce a decent vintage. If only Jefferson were around for the Taste of Monticello Wine Trail Festival, Friday April 13 through Sunday April 15 at the Sprint Pavilion and the Jefferson Theater. As a veggie lover, he’d be amazed by the creativity of the modern day chefs at Friday’s Rosé Lunch, Sparkling Wine Brunch, and the Winemaker’s Dinners. As a farmer and scientist, he’d be fascinated by what he’d learn on Friday’s vineyard tours. As a serious wine lover, he’d be thrilled and amazed by the nationally and internationally acclaimed vintages he’d sample at each event. And as a late 18th-early 19th century guy, he’d be amazed at the rate of inflation reflected in the actually quite reasonable ticket prices, ranging from $29 for Saturday’s Tasting, featuring 25 wineries and live entertainment from the Rick Olivarez Trio, to $175 for a three-day, all events pass. Tickets to Thursday evening’s Monticello Cup Awards at the Jeffer-

The mission of the 2017 C’ville Earth Week Eco Fair is to “bring local communities together in ways that promote awareness of the value of the natural world and encourage the public to learn about the environment, with the goal of creating strong, engaged stewardship that lasts beyond [the] April events.” The Fair and other Earth Week activities, featuring eco-friendly non-profits and businesses and organizations, count several thousand attendees each year. This year’s fair takes place on April 23 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the eastern end of the Downtown Mall, and at the adjoining Sprint Pavilion. Participating will be over 50 Earth conscious organizations and businesses, plus local vegetarian & vegan friendly food trucks. Expect live music, fun and educational activities for kids, raffles and a free noontime Yoga class by Rebel Yogi.

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son Theater are $65. Individual wineries will host a variety of activities on Friday, followed by winemaker dinners at some of Charlottesville’s best restaurants. Jefferson, in spirit, will attend each day.

The Montalto Challenge Runners will gather at the base of the Saunders-Monticello Trail on Saturday, April 29 at 7:30 a.m. for the Montalto Challenge, a 5K race to the top of the mountain rising 410 feet above Monticello, Jefferson’s first acquisition of land in 1771. The tough course offers views of Monticello, Charlottesville, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. The entry fee is $35 ($45 after April 20), and will benefit the Thomas Jefferson Foundation to preserve and maintain the Saunders-Monticello Trail. Runners who wish to donate more may purchase entry at the Race & Trail Support level of $55. Sipping, sauntering, sampling and staring (openmouthed)—these are just some of the ways we celebrate spring in Central Virginia. n

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Magnificent Georgian with over 10,000 finished sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 6 full & 3 half baths, main-level master. Guest home, and 100 acres with panoramic pastoral and mtn. views. MLS#517436 $4,250,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

CARAPAN

2.5 private acres in Keswick Estates. Private with lovely views of the golf course and distant mountains. Architecturally designed, 7,000+ square foot residence with 5 bedrooms. www.keswickestate.net MLS#451592 $1,825,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

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15± private acres showcasing a solid-brick home, just 10 minutes from UVA. Walnut study, soapstone kitchen counters, high ceilings, hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces, finished terrace level. MLS#546300 $1,245,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

Beautiful, custom-built contemporary on 21 acres overlooking the property’s 6-acre pond. Home features: high ceilings and open kitchen and living areas; 1st-floor master suite plus 3 additional bedrooms; 3.5 baths; fully finished, walkout basement; 2-bay attached garage and an additional 2-bay detached garage; lovely terrace. All just minutes to Barracks Road and UVA. MLS#558837 $1,285,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Historic residence, circa 1912, within walking distance of UVA. Masterfully renovated with premium appliances, new systems, beautiful landscaping and so much more! Prime location. MLS#558979 $1,795,000 Andrew Middleditch 434.981.1410

IVY SPRINGS

5,441 square foot brick Georgian home with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, beautiful kitchen with cherry cabinets, fully finished walk-out basement, 3-car garage and more. 2.5± acre lot. Meriwether/Henley/Western Albemarle. MLS#551601 $789,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

REDCLIFFE

Classic, c. 1902, manor estate with jaw-dropping views. Professional kitchen with 15’ ceilings, billiard room, lovely porches, saltwater pool, and guest cottage, on 45 acres, 3 miles from Downtown. MLS#541726 $4,495,000 Andrew Middleditch 434.981.1410

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Incredible, 5-bedroom, 5,500+/- sq. ft. residence on over 5 private acres offering comfortable & spacious living on three levels with a bright, open floor plan, kitchen with Viking & SubZero appliances, bonus rooms, full walk-out basement, and two gracious decks. Beautiful, tranquil setting within 15 mins. of Charlottesville. MLS#558839 $750,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Masterfully crafted home in a private setting features a great room with stone fireplace, high-end kitchen, two master suites, office and sun porch. Minutes from amenities and convenient to Charlottesville. MLS#558791 $595,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

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Panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mtns. from this custom, brick residence minutes west of UVA and Charlottesville. Spacious rooms with quality details throughout. www.pryorsmountain.com MLS#546661 $1,545,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

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Pristine, 101-acre horse farm near Somerset. Renovated and enlarged 5,500 finished sq. ft. main house, guest cottage, 10-stall stable, in-ground pool, riding ring, run-in sheds. 30 min. to Charlottesville. MLS#547840 $1,735,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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113 pristine acres, 14 miles northeast of Charlottesville, with pastures and forest and an elevated plateau for a spectacular homesite with panoramic Blue Ridge views! MLS#530335 $1,490,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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gage, and this depends in part on your credit and work history and other factors. Having sufficient funds for your down payment and closing costs is a big part of the puzzle and often confusing for first time buyers. According to Julia Morris with Fulton Mortgage, many go online and get the idea they need between 10 and 20 percent down in order to purchase a home. Not true she confirmed. She suggests that while the internet can be a good source of preliminary information, it is important to visit reputable sites to get the most accurate information. One helpful option is the Piedmont Housing Alliance (PHA), a local organization whose mission it is “to create housing opportunities and build community through education, lending and development.” Amongst their many services is counseling first time

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big concern for home buyers is finding the right mortgage program, one they can live with for many years, and this decision is especially important for those who have limited funds for a down payment. Many move-up buyers have more than enough cash from selling their previous home to put a generous amount down on the next one. On the other hand, most first time buyers and those who made little or nothing from the sale of their house will need to shop for a different kind of mortgage altogether. Fortunately there are a variety of options available and one is sure to be right for you.

First Locate the Best Lender Step one is to find a lender you want to work with, and if you don’t know someone already, a real estate professional, such as your agent, can help you with referrals. Your best bet is to work with someone local. Every real estate marketplace is different, and a lender who is familiar with the area where you live—as compared with someone you find online who could be anywhere—has firsthand knowledge that is crucial and can better answer the inevitable questions and challenges that are part of any closing. Local lenders also have on-going relationships with the myriad of real estate professionals such as agents, ap-

praisers, title companies, attorneys and home inspectors who play an important role in helping you buy a home. Whether you are a first timer or someone who has owned several homes, having a lender who works regularly with all of these parties can help facilitate a stress-free closing that benefits everyone involved in your transaction. Working with a lender that is close at hand is even more important for first time buyers. Marlo Allen, an agent with Mountain Area Realty who enjoys working with this group, said the home buying process is often overwhelming for first timers in part because of all the decisions they must make along the way. An understanding lender can increase buyers’ comfort levels and supply them with the information they need to make good decisions starting with their loan. Often they are surprised at the amount of loan they can qualify for, Allen added, though sometimes the payment seems uncomfortably high. The important thing is for them to settle on a payment that fits easily in their budget so that they can be confident about the next big decision, which home to buy. It all starts with having a good relationship with their lender. Your lender will help you evaluate the loan programs you qualify for says Jay Domenic with Movement Mort-

Your best bet is to work with someone local. Every real estate marketplace is different, and a lender who is familiar with the area where you live, has first-hand knowledge that is crucial as part of any closing.

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Celeste Smucker is a writer and blogger who lives near Charlottesville.

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Funds for the down payment and closing costs can be a challenge for many buyers, and one option is to tap into 100 percent loan programs (yes there are still a few of them out there) or alternatively, sources of down payment assistance. An example of a 100 percent option (available to buyers who meet household income limits) is the USDA Rural Housing Services Loan for people buying in rural and some suburban locations such as south of the Interstate or east of Pantops. Buyers who negotiate with sellers to pay some of the closing costs can even buy a home using none of their own funds, Dominic said. Qualifying first time buyers can also take advantage of the Fulton Mortgage Homebuyer Advantage Plus® Program, Morris said. These buyers can combine seller assistance or down payment programs such as are available through PHA, and move into their new home with little or no money out of pocket. This program comes with no mortgage insurance requirement, which means buyers enjoy lower monthly payments

than with other types of financing, as well as substantial savings over the life of the loan. Still another possibility is the FHA loan that requires just 3.5 percent down. FHA doesn’t make the loan, but insures it and provides the guidelines for buyer qualification. Some additional advantages are that buyers can pay the 3.5 percent with gift funds from approved sources and qualify with a lower credit score than with some other loans. Check with your lender for details on this and other programs. Often loan programs for first time buyers require home buyer education. This is available through PHA, which also administers a number of down payment and closing cost assistance programs. If you have credit issues preventing you from qualifying for a loan, PHA counselors can help. Contact them for information and to make an appointment. Obtaining the right mortgage is critical when buying a home. Consult your local lender for assistance in finding the best program for you. You may be moving into your new home sooner than you think. n

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HOME SALES STATS ENDING THE WEEK OF MARCH 24, 2017

There were 52 sales in the 10 county and city areas

n 20 were in Albemarle with an average price of $486,085 n 6 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $334,500 n 10 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $185,660 n 1 was in Louisa with a price of $360,000 n 1 was in Madison with a price of $175,000 n 5 were in Nelson with an average price of $237,780 n 3 were in Orange with an average price of $258,901 n 3 were in Staunton with an average price of $104,800 n 3 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $152,300

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DESIGN Tracy Federico designer@c-ville.com Henry Jones rewdesigner@c-ville.com

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT (Note: Real estate tax information gathered from local government Web sites and is believed but not guaranteed to be accurate as of publication date. Towns may assess real estate taxes in addition to those charged by each county.)

CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE

GREENE COUNTY

CITY OF STAUNTON

LOUISA COUNTY

CITY OF WAYNESBORO

MADISON COUNTY

ALBEMARLE COUNTY

NELSON COUNTY

www.charlottesville.org Real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100 www.staunton.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100 www.waynesboro.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.80 per $100 www.albemarle.org Real estate tax rate: $.839 per $100

FLUVANNA COUNTY

www.co.fluvanna.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.917 per $100

www.gcva.us Real estate tax rate: $.775 per $100 www.louisacounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100 www.madisonco.virginia.gov Real estate tax rate: $.68 per $100 www.nelsoncounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.72 per $100

ORANGE COUNTY

www.nelsoncounty.com Real estate tax rate: $.804 per $100

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2352 Ferndown Lane 1-4

$549,000 - #545582 – Glenmore Corner homesite, 1st floor master Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 DIR: 250 E to Glenmore to Gatehouse. Continue on Piper Way to L on Darby Road, 3rd L to stay on Darby Road, L on Ferndown Lane, home on R.

2509 Summit Ridge Trail 1-4

$997,000 - #546121 – Ashcroft Amazing views, 6 BR, 5 BA Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 DIR: 250 E, L on Hansens Mtn Rd, L on Lego Dr. Go 1.4 miles. Lego Dr turns into Summit Ridge, at top bear R on Summit Ridge Trail to home on L.

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715 Tanglewood Road 1-4

815 Tanglewood Road

$899,000 - #557464 – Flordon 4 BR, 4 F/2 H BA, 5209 F/575 UF, 1.80 Acs Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693 Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 DIR: Rt 250 West to R on Broomley Rd. Turn L on Tanglewood, home on R.

$1,145,000 - #551182 – Flordon 3 levels of living, 4,319 FSF, 1.50 acres Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Open House Cancelled/Property Under Contract!

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Dillwyn, Buckingham Co. $495,000 – MLS #559603 Perfect 1950’s country home & more Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

Crozet, Albemarle Co. $349,000 – MLS #559466 Beautiful mtn view, 2-car garage Gracie Haines, 434-953-8183

2862 Southern Hills Drive 1:30-4

$595,000 - #556846 – Southern Hills 4,600+ FSF, 1st floor master bedroom Anne Hughes, 434-989-2041 DIR: From Charlottesville, 29 S. Go about 7 mi. past the 64/29 interchange. L on 712 (North Garden Ln), then L on Southern Hills. Home on R.

435 Mallard Lake Drive

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$769,000 - #546889 – Mallard Lake On the lake with 11 ac, 1st floor master Don Webb, 434-242-8701 DIR: N on 743 to Earlysville, L on Reas ford Road, R on Forestvue Dr, L on Mallard Lake Dr, around lake to 1st driveway on L. R at fork to house.

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485 Rolling Valley Court 1-4

216 Jocelyn Lane

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$379,900 - #559049 – Waynesboro $349,000 - #559335 – Foxcroft Graceful 5 BR home w/quality features Wonderful views, good flow Cheryl Sprangel, 434-981-6695 Cheryl Sprangel, 434-981-6695 DIR: From Downtown, S on Avon Street Ext, R on DIR: RT 250 towards Waynesboro, L on Hopeman Parkway, L on Ivy, L into Ana Marie Estates, 3rd R Southern Parkway, R onto Foxvale Lane, R onto on Jocelyn Ln. Rolling Valley.

Wonderfully Maintained Preddy Creek, Greene Co. $335,000 – MLS #559471 Quiet street, tranqil views, deck Kris Jensen, 434-566-1738 Pat Jensen, 434-951-7050

Wonderful Light-Filled Home Lake Monticello, Fluvanna Co. $254,000 – MLS #559274 Built by Taylor Lyn, park-like back yard Maggie Gunnels, 434-960-8987

Ben Aliff 434-996-0016 NMLS #202242

Well Maintained Home

Twin Lakes Estates, Greene Co. $210,000 – MLS #559638 Multi-level decking, walkout basement Bill Bailey, 434-817-6052

Newly Remodeled 3 BR Schuyler, Albemarle Co. $174,900 – MLS #559463 2+ acres, new hardwood floors Angus Arrington, 434-531-1100

Walking Distance to UVA 1800 JPA, Charlottesville $125,000 – MLS #559435 Ground floor living, glass cook top Tee Tucker, 434-242-1970 David Griffin, 434-409-6370

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BOXWOOD HILL $3,500,000 Brilliantly sited on 5 private acres in Farmington, accented by stone walls & boxwoods, this outstanding Georgian was designed by Madison Spencer & built to exacting standards by Ilex Construction. Showcase custom interior features 4 Chesney fireplaces from England, Gaston & Wyatt cabinetry & millwork, English brass hardware, Mahagony windows, & limestone foyer. Exceptional 1st floor design offers great flow for entertaining and casual living. Expansive lawn. Absolutely pristine condition. Sally Neill (434) 531-9941. MLS# 559135

STUNNING RENOVATION IN WHITE GABLES

425 WHITE GABLES LANE, #203 • $845,000 Stunning renovation by Alexander Nicholson incorporates beautiful reclaimed white oak hardwood floors, custom-design details, & stateof-the-art lighting. Versatile floorplan, wrap-around covered porch & spectacular views. Ideally located adjacent to Farmington & mins to UVA. Owner/Agent. Kathy Hally (434) 987-6917. MLS# 559318

ARCHITECT-DESIGNED - REDUCED

WALK TO THE UNIVERSITY - JUST UNDER 2 ACRES

IMPECCABLE IN GORDONSVILLE

237 DOGWOOD WAY • $639,900 Modern interpretation of the traditional farmhouse with clean lines, high ceilings & loads of windows making it open & airy. Stunning great room & expansive master suite. Extraordinary finish & details throughout. Ultra-private guest house. Outdoor shower & hot tub. 15 mins to Cville! Erin Garcia (434) 981-7245. MLS# 555872

1007 RUGBY ROAD c. 1928 • $2,695,000

Designed after Gunston Hall, this totally restored & modernized 5-bedroom residence is set on just under 2 magnificently landscaped acres within walking distance of UVA & Downtown. Charles Gillette gardens later enhanced by Charles Stick, 5 fireplaces, fine millwork & plasterwork. MLS# 558482

231 DEER RUN DRIVE • $425,000 Stunning former Craig Builders model home has been impeccably maintained. Gorgeous library w/ built-ins. Main level master & 2nd master upstairs. Jeffersonian features separate open dining room from 2-story family room. Kitchen w/ granite & center island. Huge bonus room upstairs. Lisa Lyons (434) 987-1767. MLS# 557765

360º VIEWS FROM c. 1900 SCHOOLHOUSE

UNDER 6 MINUTES TO WESTERN SCHOOLS

FANTASTIC TOWNHOME IN ABINGTON PLACE

4543 GARTH ROAD • $669,000 Situated amidst some of Albemarle County’s most breathtaking scenery, the c. 1900 Schoolhouse in the charming town of Whitehall is rife with character - 12’ ceilings, huge windows, heart pine and chestnut salvaged floors, soapstone Rumford fireplace. Kristin Cummings Streed (434) 409-5619.

5 HANDLEY WAY • $369,000 Elevated, supremely quiet 7.38 acre lot offers breathtaking mountain views on open, almost level building site above a cul-de-sac. Nice hardwoods can be selectively cleared to open up views further, yet protect privacy and a tree-dotted setting. Under 6 minutes to Western schools and Crozet. MLS# 555962

2332 ABINGTON DRIVE • $245,000 Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants & access to 29N. Brick exterior front, wood floors, expansive kitchen & attached 2-car garage. Full appliance package incl’ front-load washer & dryer. 2 master suites. 3-level home provides plenty of space. Excellent condition. Tommy Brannock (434) 981-1486. MLS# 559150.

VALUE NEXT TO FARMINGTON/EDNAM

435 WHITE GABLES LANE #101 • $545,000

Amazing opportunity to own a 2 bed, 2.5 bath suite in White Gables, an upscale community adjacent to Farmington Country Club & mins to UVA. Open living area w/ gas fireplace, large master suite & covered porch. Secure entry, enclosed parking & private storage. Kathy Hall (434) 987-6917. MLS# 558967

3660 COLSTON DRIVE $1,375,000 Large, meticulously maintained home on 11 diverse acres that incl’ Blue Ridge & Ragged Mountain views, level lawns galore, extensive flower & vegetable gardens, specimen hardwoods, rolling hay field, pool w/ pool house, woodlands & a lovely, winding driveway edged w/ mature boxwoods. 10 mins to town. Open interior flows out to large terraces overlooking the views. Heart pine floors, extensive custom cabinetry & built-ins, vaulted sunroom, redwood siding, brick floors on lower level. Extensive conditioned storage. MLS# 556450

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