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Palmyra ~ Lake Monticello FRESHLY PAINTED Gorgeous home with lots of ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS and DESIGNS - plus BRAND NEW CARPET! Open floor plan with VAULTED CEILINGS and gas log fireplace in Great Southern Albemarle farmette, built inKitchen 2007. 3with BR,breakfast 3 BA cottage style home, crisp & clean Room, FORMAL dining room, EAT-IN bar and BREAKFAST ROOM. interior, open floor plan, main level living, & natural light. Fin. bsmt offers lg rec room, Large FIRST FLOOR Master Suite with jetted tub, and walk-in closets. Plus, a FULLY FINISHED kitchenette & two add'l for BRs, home office, rm. Covered front porch walkout BASEMENT withrooms rec room, exercise room, andrecadditional bedrooms. Plenty&ofprivate room for with expansive BACKfor DECK and Board gently fenced, sloping partially cleared Plus rearPETS/PLAY deck overlooks 6 acres, ready horses. 2 stall barn withyard. hay/equip the wonderful of the by Lake beaches,-golf course, boatadd'l launch and more! storage & tackAMENITIES room, traversed a small creek. Two parcels, dwelling possible.

Scottsville

$249,000 • Brian McCauley: 434.227.4449 • www.montaguemiller.com/mls=566417

Beautiful woodland parcel minutes from town and UVA. Property offers supreme privacy with quick access to town- features a meandering stream, open meadow, mature woods, and elevated hill sides with multiple building sites. The property is available with more or less acreage and boundary lines can be adjusted. Adjacent parcel available.

Albemarle ~ land/Build to Suit

$435,000 www.montaguemiller.com/563032 • Carter Montague: 434.962.3419 $265,000 ••Sasha Farmer Team: 434.260.1435 • www.montaguemiller.com/mls=569423

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One-level home featuring large kitchen w/ breakfast bar and lots of cabinet space. Kitchen attaches to dining area and opens to both LR & den area. Short drive to I-64. $110,000 • Kyle Olson: 540.649.4131 www.montaguemiller.com/mls=569439

Your dream home complete with a yard, fire-pit & privacy. Pre-inspected and all repairs made. Move in ready! Within 10 minutes of MJH, UVA, Downtown and I-64.

Fabulous Quality-Built Custom home in Glenmore! Experience 1-level living in this open-concept, bright and airy home situated on a half acre partially wooded lot.

$549,900 Carol Costanzo: 434.214.0884 www.montaguemiller.com/mls=568877

$624,900 • Pat Sury: 434.760.2999 www.montaguemiller.com/mls=568991

Troy - Fox Glen

Orange

Beautiful custom home just minutes from Pantops and a short drive to UVA. This home features 6 bedrooms, including two master suites. Wood floors, light filled LR. 2-car garage.

Convenient Location. Features 3 BR, 2½ BA and nice sized kitchen w/ample cabinets that opens to comfortable living area. Main floor owners suite connects to private yard patio.

$475,000 • Jamie White: 434.953.0956 www.montaguemiller.com/mls=569086

$108,000 • Kyle Olson: 540.649.4131 www.montaguemiller.com/mls=568952

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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 This week's Featured Vendor:

500 Westfield Rd Office • 434.973.5393 | 245 Ridge-McIntire Rd - Downtown Office • 434.227.4444

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$549,000 - #568411 – Bedford Hills Expansive floor plan on 2+ acres Julie Gee, 434-981-1212 DIR: North on Earlysville Road (Rte. 743) to L into Bedford Hills. Second L on Monroe Street. Third home on R.

3092 Darby Road

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$925,000 - #567096 – Glenmore Priced below assessment, brick Georgian Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Alyson Maupin, 434-953-6112 DIR: 250 E to Glenmore, R on Glenmore Way, R on Piper Way to Gatehouse. 1st R on Darby Road. Home at end of cul-de-sac on R. 3092DarbyRoad.info

2206 Piper Way

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$770,000 – #551390 - Glenmore 5 BR, 4.5 Baths 5484 Fin Sq Ft Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 DIR: 250 E to Glenmore. Go through gatehouse. Continue straight to 2nd L onto Paddington Circle to 2nd R on Piper Way. House on L. www.2206PiperWay.com

1256 Thistle Down

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$1,250,000 - #562933 – Glenmore Custom features, carriage house & more Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 DIR: 250 W to Glenmore, go through gatehouse, 1st R on Darby, 2nd R on Thistle Down, 2nd home on L. www.1256ThistleDown.com

Join Our Team Mortgage Partners Ben Aliff 434-996-0016 NMLS #202242

Are you thinking about a career in real estate? Are you an experienced real estate associate looking for a change? At Real Estate III, we provide all of the training and tools you will need to launch a successful career. We are redefining real estate in our area! For more information call or email Tele Jenifer - Talent Attraction Director and New Agent Coordinator at 434-249-5915 TeleJenifer@RealEstateIII.com.

880 Paddock Woods Road

University Village, Albemarle Co. $345,000 – MLS #569597 Breathtaking views, 2 master suites Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972

Privacy on 5 Acres – 4 BR Foxwood Forest, Albemarle Co. $550,000 – MLS #552980 1st floor master BR, full unfin. bsmt Virginia Morris, 434-960-0011

764 Jefferson Drive

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$225,000 - #568220 – Lake Monticello 3 full baths, large back deck & more Cheryl Sprangel, 434-981-6695 DIR: From Main Gate at Lake Monticello, R on Jefferson, Home on L. Bring ad for admittance.

Feature Properties

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Lovely 5th Floor Condo

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$119,000 - #565884 – Oak Crest 10 min from Zion Crossroads on 1.3 acres Joe Griffin, 434-327-2554 DIR: From C’ville, 250 E to Zion Road (615), R on Columbia Rd. Continue for 4 miles to L on Paddock Wood Road.

Movement Mortgage, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender. NMLS # 39179 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess. org) | 877-314-1499. Movement Mortgage, LLC is licensed by the "Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions" #: MC-5112. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits. “Movement Mortgage” is a registered trademark of the Movement Mortgage, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.

Albemarle County $238,700 – MLS #569604 Large bedrooms, great back porch Brigitte Powell, 434-465-1433 Mansur Suleymanov, 434-962-6526

Exquisite Estate Home

Keswick Estate, Albemarle Co. $2,750,000 – MLS #561427 Formal gardens & greenhouse, 5 BR Bob/Tricia Traugott, 434-882-0824

To Be Built – Stunning Home

Beautiful 4 BR Home

Special Country Retreat

Immacualte One Floor Living

Great Country View!

The Village at Highlands, Albemarle Co. $429,900 – MLS #565743 Updated inside & out, bonus room Justin Kent, 434-951-7052 Wes Kent, 434-951-7008

Barboursville, Albemarle Co. $425,000 – MLS #565353 2+ acres, winter mtn. views & more Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693

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Frays Grant, Albemarle Co. $1,695,000 – MLS #562709 1st floor master wing, spectacular kitchen Sarah Collier, 434-249-6029

Stonegate, Albemarle Co. $410,000 – MLS #563459 Loft, attic storage, garage Bill Bailey, 434-817-6052

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10105 Pond Court, Gordonsville VA

BEAUTY AND QUALITY in this well-maintained, one-level living home. All brick construction offering 3BR/2.5BA, large eat-in kitchen, formal dining rm, oversized living rm, renovated master bath, bright sunroom and oversized 2 car garage. Huge 2.01 acre lot for endless outdoor possibilities. Country setting with mountain views and short drive to Stanardsville. $315,000. Kathryn Bentley, 434-989-6769. (569369)

For Those Who Value Excellence 3BR/3BA home on quiet cul-de-sac w/ Pond View. 2 Car Garage, Walk-Out Bsmt, 4112 sq.ft. of Living. $319,900 - MLS# 563679

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Dir: Rt. 33 East to Gordonsville. At traffic circle turn onto Rt. 231 S. Take left on Gates Dr. then right on Spring Dr. to left on Pond Court.

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3340 TURNBBERRY CIRCLE CHARLOTTESVILLE VA 22911 FOREST LAKES • Over 3000 fsf. & 1st floor master! Foyer opens to formal living & dining rooms. Kitchen incl. gas range, Kitchen Aid dishwasher, double sink, disposal, microwave, fridge & pantry. Windowed breakfast area opens to FR w/gas FP. Screened porch + deck provide peaceful wooded view. 2nd floor incl. 3 large BR, bath, walk-in closet + stand-up attic. Basement has BR, full BA & extra storage space. HOA cover snow removal, 2 playgrounds, 2 pools, lakes. Close to NGIC & Cville Airport. MLS 568928, $465,000 Dir: 29N to right on Timberwood Blvd. into Forest Lakes, right on Timberwood Parkway across Hollymead Lake, go around the traffic circle bearing left into Springridge. Left on Turnberry Cr., property on the right past the mail boxes.

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Stop by to enter a drawing for a chance to win tickets to the 1/9 UVA Syracuse basketball game! Courtesy of Roy Wheeler Realty Co.

Enjoy the Glenmore lifestyle! Rolling hills with vistas of nearby mountains, an award-winning golf course, equestrian center, tennis courts, several pools, gym facilities, and more!

3376 Dunscroft Ct. 3 Bedroom Cottage Fabulous Screened Porch! $459,000 Open 2pm to 4pm Cheryl Walker / Long & Foster 434-531-3829

3667 Newbridge Rd 3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom Amazing Views $825,000 Open 2pm to 4pm Billie Magerfield / Loring Woodriff 434-962-8865

2075 Piper Way 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms Spacious, Bright, & Open. $538,900 Open 1pm to 3pm Ginger Slavic / Long & Foster 434-981-0118

3092 Darby Rd. 7 Bedrooms, 7.5 Bathrooms Incredible Value! $925,000 Open 1pm to 3pm Jeff Gaffney / Real Estate III 434-981-1882

2206 Piper Way 5 Bedroom, 4.5 Bathroom One Level Living $770,000 Open 1pm to 3pm Jeff Gaffney / Real Estate III 434-981-1882

1539 Kinross Ln 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms 5,600 Sq. Ft. | $750,000 Open 1pm to 3pm Byrd Abbott / Susan Reres Roy Wheeler Realty 434-242-9600 / 434-953-5552

3221 Wallingford Ln 4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms One Level Living $624,900 Open 1pm to 3pm Pat Sury / Montague Miller 434-760-2999

3380 Darby Rd 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms Amazing Upgrades $625,000 Open 1pm to 3pm Karyn Trumbull / Nest Realty 434-989-4847

3575 Turnbridge Lane 6 Bedroom, 5.5 Bathroom Well Maintained Home $779,000 Open 1pm to 3pm Tom Pace / Long & Foster 434-531-2214

3370 Cotswold Lane 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom Great Value - Well Maintained $519,000 Open 1pm to 4pm Jim Faulconer / Mclean Faulconer 434-981-0076

1506 Bremerton Lane 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom $519,900 Open 1pm to 3pm Cynthia Hash / Julie Weaver Keller Williams 434-531-5351

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1450 Bremerton Lane Golf Course Cottage! Fabulous Views! $492,000 Open 2pm to 4pm Cheryl Walker / Long & Foster 434-531-3829

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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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DELIGHTFUL, FARMHOUSE style home on 2+ acres in Earlysville. Welcoming interior has plenty of natural light; main floor features an office, dining room, family room and spacious kitchen. Generous master suite w/soaking tub. Full, finished basement w/add’l family room, 4th bedroom and full bath. Minutes to schools, shopping and Route 29. $375,000. Ginny Barefoot, 434-531-7864. (569472)

IMMACULATE EXECUTIVE HOME privately situated in the Carters Bridge estate area. Visitors are guaranteed to be impressed upon entering the foyer, with its light-filled airy feel, flanked by generously proportioned rooms with exceptional custom detail. Manicured landscaping and formal gardens. Additional acreage available. $849,500. JimBonner. com 434-951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (569206)

THE VIEW, LOCATION, & FEATURES of this condo are not things you will often find! Breathtaking views of The Blue Ridge Mountains & Rockfish Valley will make you want to spend time at this SKI FRONT condo at Wintergreen Resort. Highlands Ski Area gives you accessibility to every slope, The Mountain Village, The Market, & Discovery Ridge Adventure Center. $250,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (569456)

LAURELWOOD CONDOS sit within the center of Wintergreen Resort! The only condo community on the mountain with its own private swimming pool! Natural light & spectacular views of Devils Knob make this condo one to call yours. Come enjoy the cooler temperatures & atmosphere of Wintergreen! $127,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (569438)

ALL NEW CARPETS, all fresh paint, wood floor in master bedroom, attached master bath, Bright and clean inside. Lots of room for the children to get fresh air while playing outside. Mature shade trees and spacious yard. All appliances in place convey. $159,900. Tom Linkous, 434-531-3262. (569300)

FANTASTIC UPDATED HOME. Quiet neighborhood minutes from town. 4BR/3.5BA, family room with gas FP. Totally renovated kitchen with new appliances, cabinets and soft close drawers. All hardwood floors on main level, all new carpet upstairs. Natural light from windows and glass door to the screened in deck gives you peaceful wooded views. Two garages. $425,000. Tom Linkous, 434-531-3262. (569344)

LOVELY, WELL-BUILT HOME in Northfields subdivision. Home offers large rooms and en suite bathrooms, as well as large entertaining spaces. Mature, well cultivated lot with privacy. Two new HVAC systems installed this year, new paint and new downstairs carpet, to compliment hardwood, ceramic and soapstone floors. $384,500. Karen S. Dowell, 434-531-6948. (567484)

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED in 2015 w/attention paid to every detail. The home was taken to the frame & rebuilt from scratch w/out a single feature being missed including the walls, floors, countertops, appliances, paint, fixtures, lighting, exterior, & chef's kitchen. The Mountain Village, ski slopes, & most resort amenities are only a short walk away. $350,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (568591)

FONTANA. Quiet cul-de-sac location close to Pantops shopping & restaurants. This home features hardwood flooring, spacious family room/kitchen/dining area plus a formal dining room. Upstairs master bedroom with large bath plus 3 other bedrooms, full bath and laundry. Unfinished basement w/roughed-in plumbing. $459,500. John Updike, 434-2427711. (565875)

WITHIN A FEW MILES of the historic town of Batesville, this Western Albemarle custom built residence is situated on 3.92 acres. Residence features 4100+ sq ft including master suite, 3 add’l BR and hardwood floors on the main level. Open kitchen and family room with floor-to-ceiling stone FP. Terrace level rec room with FP. $550,000. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (560659)

WATERS EDGE move in ready! Come enjoy sitting on your deck and viewing the water. Open floor plan with formal areas for entertaining or relaxing. Over 2000 finished square feet and the 1100 unfinished basement is waiting for you to complete. Convenient to Northern Albemarle, Airport, NGIC and shopping. Make this home your home! $279,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (562782)

WATER FRONT HOME in The Glenn. Enjoy your views of the water from your family room or back deck. This home offer four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, formal areas, unfinished basement and a 2 car garage. Easy commute to Charlottesville and shopping, just off Route 29. $379,500. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-9605187. (558432)

MOTIVATED SELLERS! Bring your offer & your builder to build your DREAM Home on this beautiful, 1.5+ acre hardwood corner lot at "The Acres" at Lake Monticello! Slightly elevated lot with plenty of hardwoods! All in well established & sought-after neighborhood surrounded by custom built homes. $85,000. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (553804)

CA. 1893 restored Historic Victorian Manor Home w/addition built in 1998 awaiting new homeowner seeking a character rich home w/many original features! Gleaming heart pine t/out. Main level offers formal dining, den, living & great room all with FP's, Kitchen overlooking tranquil backyard. Detached garage with fully furnished apt. $465,000. Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (566244)

QUALITY WELL-BUILT HOME on one level with soaring 11ft ceilings in the great room open to the gourmet kitchen with beamed ceiling, screened porch, formal dining room, hardwood floors in the main living areas. Master suite with 6 ft tile shower, double sinks, & walk in closet. Bonus room with loft open to below. $559,900. susanstewart76@gmail. com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (563315)

POPULAR NEWPORT FLOOR PLAN with an open floor plan and split bedroom design. Superior craftsmanship by Castleberry Homes. Sweeping floor plan with exposed beams and hardwood floors. Elegant trim package, stainless appliances, granite, 3 bedrooms, finish the bonus room and full bath for added living space. $497,900. susanstewart76@ gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (563013)

Celebrating Over Eighty-Five Years

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PRIVATELY SITUATED 13.07 acre parcel within 2 miles of the Shenandoah National Park and minutes from the quaint town of Stanardsville. Parcel enjoys a beautiful mountain and valley view with multiple locations for a home site. Currently there is an existing 200-year-old 4 room cabin on the property being sold strictly AS-IS. $149,900. info@ stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (567385)

HERE IS YOUR CHANCE to live on Greene Mountain Lake and enjoy the private beach. Build your permanent or vacation home. The house next door will be available if you prefer not to build, but want additional land. $49,000. www.GerriRussell.com 434-531-9581. (509678)

ALL LOTS - $34,900 EACH or $125,000 for all lots, ready to build on with perc sites. Close to Culpeper, Fredericksburg and all points North in Merry Meadows Subdivision. Lots range from 2.0277 acres to 2.4371 acres. Lee Wyatt, 540-718-3065. (516261)

KESWICK ESTATES. Incredible 2 acres of beautiful elevated, hardwood forest privately situated and quietly tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac on the grounds of the grand Keswick Estate. Priced under cost and under assessment. $265,000. JimBonner.com 434-951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (496155)

KESWICK FARMS. Build a grand home in an exclusive neighborhood in Keswick on 21 acres affording quiet privacy and convenience to Charlottesville and interstate 64. Hardwood forest with mountain views. $350,000. JimBonner.com 434-951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (528758)

MOSTLY WOODED 173 acre tract with superb frontage on Route 33 in Louisa. Beautiful rolling woodland with primarily mixed growth hardwoods, one section in pines. Old home place still standing. $425,000. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (497993)

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. $43,500. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (554228)

2.03 WOODED ACRES located in a very desirable

BRING YOUR GOLF CLUBS and your new house plans!! This lot in the Farmington Country Club grounds is beside the 12th Fairway of the golf course. This is the last one by the golf course in the development. A small building will be moved at closing. $795,000. Jane Porter Fogleman Jane@foglemangroup.com 434-981-1274. (554614)

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!! 5 minutes to Pantops, 45 minutes to Short Pump. This is a great lot for you to build the home you have always wanted. Gently rolling terrain surrounded by hardwood forest offering privacy and 1+ acres in Albemarle County. Proximity to the city while still having a secluded feel. $30,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434962-0226. (550977)

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME on this gorgeous 4 acre home site in Bowlers Mill Lake Estates and enjoy access to Lake Gordonsville, a 75 acre lake with fishing, picnics, and more! Convenient to Zion Crossroads, shopping, restaurants, I-64 access. Septic study completed for a 4 bedroom system. Level lot with hardwoods. NO HOA $59,900. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (561424)

FLUVANNAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. (561508)

77 ACRES of pristine woodland and stream/pond area. Long state road frontage with $110K of pine harvest ready. Build a fantastic home just 5 min. from Gordonsville. Rolling land. Hardpack/stone driveway in place. Truly a special retreat surrounded by Virginia wildlife. Subdiv potential. Pictures cannot tell the story! $282,000. Fiona Tustian, 540-661-9089. FionaTustian1@gmail.com (553128)

APPLEGATE FARM. Some of if not the cheapest pasture land in Albemarle County. Parcel consists of just over 5 acres and is located only 10-15 minutes from the historic town of Scottsville and only minutes from both the James and Rockfish Rivers in southern Albemarle County. $49,500. Steve White, 434-242-8355 and Jim Bonner, 434-951-5102. (549730)

EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY to own a large tract of mostly wooded land near the town of Gordonsville. Existing home and buildings are not salvageable and have no value. From traffic circle in Gordonsville head south on 15S/33E to left on Louisa Rd. Go approximately 1 mile to left on Hanback Rd to property on left. $99,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (547653)

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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 434-882-5403. (533658)

SO LD A SPORTSMANS RETREAT

EW LOCKWOOD FARM - 200 ACRES

EDNAM FOREST Stately brick home on one of the finest elevated & sunny lots in Ednam Forest. Beautifully maintained w/ 4 BR & ample unfinished space.

$1,395,000

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ESMONT COTTAGE

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

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

QUANDARY FARM

Come build your log cabin overlooking the 5 acre lake, near the Circa 1860, 100 AC homestead near Trump & Blenheim Vineyards. center of this magnificent 178+ acre property. Private compound w/ pro sound studio, pond, guest house & cabin. $495,000 MLS#569558 $995,000 MLS#550247

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HOLLY SPRINGS FARM

Look out over your own private lake from nearly every room! Immaculate home on 31+ acres boasting privacy & tranquility. $895,000 MLS #558881

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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. $499,000 MLS#555704

MODERN MANOR HOME

Exquisite home w/ custom detailing throughout. 1st floor master, 3 generously sized bedrooms & ample outdoor living areas. $1,350,000 MLS # 565879

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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 74 acres in Scottsville. Vintage dependencies, new horse barn with indoor pool. $795,000 MLS#564151

CARTER’S BRIDGE

Immaculate executive home privately situated in the Carters Bridge estate area. Additional acreage available. $849,500 MLS# 569206

MAPLE CREST FARM

Turn Key Equestrian Facility. All the bells & whistles for the horse enthusiast. Only 10 min from Charlottesville/Albemarle Airport! $449,500 MLS#560638

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The Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® (CAAR) announced that Vicki Wilson, Principal Broker and co-owner of Monticello Country REALTORS® is the third quarter Good Neighbor Award recipient. The Good Neighbor Award program highlights local REALTORS® who dedicate significant time and interest to projects that make a lasting impact on our communities. Wilson was nominated by Craig McCormick, Associate Broker and co-owner of Monticello Country REALTORS®, for her dedication, commitment, and fundraising efforts for Fluvanna Meals on Wheels. Wilson has volunteered for Fluvanna Meals on Wheels since its inception in 2008, which at that time provided meals for eight clients on four routes. Today the organization serves more than 70 clients on six routes. This year Wilson has contributed approximately 125 hours delivering meals to homebound seniors and disabled adults every Wednesday. In addition to her commitment to the organization, she has recruited others to donate 30 hours of their time to this worthy cause. Through Wilson’s efforts, she has raised over $3,000 to see that no homebound or disabled adult in Fluvanna County goes hungry. “Vicki takes time out of her busy schedule to drive a very rural route in

What’s Happening in Town? VFH Announces the Launch of Discovery Virginia A Free Digital Archive of Cultural Resources from the Commonwealth Virginia Foundation for the Humanities (VFH) recently launched one of the nation’s first digital repositories created by a humanities council to preserve its own content. Titled Discovery Virginia, the digital archive contains more than

6,000 of VFH’s preserved assets and projects since the organization’s founding in 1974. The free digital archive is accessible to the public online at DiscoveryVirginia.org, allowing learners of all ages to easily access more than forty years’ worth of dynamic cultural and historical resources. The goal of the project is to preserve and provide public access to the Commonwealth’s unique and rich cultural heritage. The idea for the project came as a result of the physical degradation of some of VFH’s most valuable and celebrated content. Since early 2016, Discovery Virginia program director Sue Perdue and her team at VFH have addressed this time-sensitive dilemma by collecting and digitizing hundreds of hours of audio and film from VFH programs such as Virginia Folklife, With Good Reason, and more. Discovery Virginia users can look up a topic through its easily navigable interface, and the website will generate hundreds of results across multiple collections, subjects, and VFH programs. VFH executive director Matthew Gibson commented, “For almost 45 years, Virginia Foundation for the Humanities has created programs and opportunities for Virginians to connect with ideas and one another to build stronger communities. Discovery Virginia is a digital archive of not only that past work, but also the work we’ll pursue in the next 45 years.” The website will allow users to trace VFH’s current and most recent work back to its roots. For example, this past summer, VFH’s Encyclopedia Virginia launched a Google Street View 360-degree virtual tour of Tangier Island. But when searching the term “Tangier Island” on the Discovery Virginia site, audiences will find not only the virtual tour, but also an audio walking tour of the Island dating back to 1981, before Google even existed. The site will also serve as a platform to deliver the content of smaller organi-

zations and VFH grant recipients across Virginia, many of whom lack the resources required to efficiently share digital content with broad public audiences. “Discovery Virginia will make it possible for people throughout the Commonwealth and beyond to access rich online humanities content,” said program director Sue Perdue. “From more than forty years of programming and grants, visitors to the site will find music, art, oral history, and radio programs on a wide variety of topics—Discovery Virginia will offer something engaging for everyone.” For more information, and to experience Discovery Virginia, visit DiscoveryVirginia.org. About VFH: The mission of Virginia Foundation for the Humanities (VFH) is to connect people and ideas to explore the human experience and inspire cultural engagement. VFH reaches an estimated annual audience of 23 million through community programs, websites and digital initiatives, grants and fellowships, radio programs and podcasts, the Virginia Folklife Program, and the Virginia Center for the Book. To learn more, visit VirginiaHumanities.org. n

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Fluvanna County and schedules her appointments and closings around her volunteer time. She truly cares about our senior neighbors in Fluvanna County, and a former Navy Veteran client said that Vicki was the highlight of his week when she delivered his meals,” said Lisa Himes, Executive Director of Fluvanna Meals on Wheels. “Vicki has not only been a dedicated volunteer but her real estate company, Monticello Country REALTORS®, has been extremely generous in their financial support of Fluvanna Meals on Wheels.” A $250 donation was made to Fluvanna Meals on Wheels in Wilson’s name. About CAAR: The Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® serves more than 1,000 real estate professionals and affiliate members throughout the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. Widely recognized as the leading voice for real estate in Central Virginia since 1925, CAAR members bring professionalism and high ethical standards to every business transaction. The Association advocates for the protection of private property rights and provides tools and technology for members to achieve expertise in serving the needs of customers and clients. The CAAR membership is committed to enriching the region’s neighborhoods by engaging in a variety of educational programs as well as community service events each year. NOTE: The term REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.

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Welcome to

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Where Privacy and Lower Prices Await

s the stress of urban life taking its toll? Fighting traffic getting old? Do you yearn for a time when neighbors called to each other from their front porches and shared good news or were there for each other when times were tough? Or perhaps your family prefers the privacy you can only get from living on acreage, or needs more square footage than you can afford if you buy a home in Charlottesville or Albemarle, or maybe your friends and

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relatives love to visit but hate sleeping on a hide-a-bed in the living room. If you share any of these frustrations and think a move is the answer, Orange County could be the perfect choice. In Orange your money can purchase a relaxed country lifestyle, plus more privacy and more house than are available closer in. And—thanks also to lower county taxes—you will have money left over each month to spend on a comfortable bed for your guests and a nice deck where you can all sit and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Orange is a predominantly rural county known for being one of Virgin-

ia’s top grape producers. However, it is also a place where job seekers find a surprising number of good-sized national companies such as cabinet component manufacturer American Woodmark, aerospace and defense contractor Aerojet Rocketdyne, book publisher MPS, and Walmart. In addition, Green Applications, a textile printing and distribution company—expected to offer employment for 300 local residents in the Gordonsville area—is now open for business. Check their website for current job openings. Home buyers may first notice Orange County’s many and varied ame-

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Tranquil 4BR/2BA Colonial home w/ wrap-around porch. Room for the whole family and lots of possibilities to entertain. Tall ceilings, nice staircase, large dining room & more. Yes, it needs some updating but the opportunities are endless. Located on large town lot in Gordonsville w/ paved drive & 2 sheds. (MLS# 58445) Listed at $219,500

Renovation Dream RED HILL ROAD Rare opportunity to purchase a terrific building lot in this residential neighborhood. Convenient to Orange and owned by the same family for many years. MLS#551408 $59,000

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Craftsman Style home looking for a “craftsman.” Home needs work, but look at all you get. 4BR/2BA w/ Master on 1st floor. Situated on 4+/- Acres w/ a large barn & just 5 min. from Gordonsville. Property is being sold “AS-IS” and is a Must See. Also, easy 20 min. commute to Charlottesville. (MLS# 564635) Listed at $115,000

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Cindy Joskowiak (C) 434-906-0274 (O) 540-832-0071 Cindy Joskowiak

513 N. Main Street

P.O. Box 461 Gordonsville, VA 22942

513 N. Main Street

P.O. Box 461 Gordonsville, VA 22942

Ashley Sharp

707.980.4860 asharplair@gmail.com

200 Lakefront Drive, Suite 201 Mineral, VA 23117

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BEAUTIFUL HORSE COUNTRY!!! Timeless & secluded! 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Brick w/large finished main area in the basement w/PATIO LEADING TO POOL!!! 2 unfinished rooms in bsmnt for storage & laundry!! WET BAR & WOOD STOVE IN BSMNT!! KITCHEN NEWLY RENOVATED W/ISLAND!! LARGE REAR DECK on main level w/ view of 6+ ACRES, including pool, LARGE WORKSHOP, shed & GARDEN!! MLS#568524, $749,900

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nities when they visit there as tourists, drawn to the quaint shops, excellent local restaurants and vineyards where wine tastings are a fun way to find new favorites. History lovers come for guided tours through Montpelier, the home of James and Dolley Madison, and to visit the site of the popular Montpelier Races where both horses and Jack Russell terriers compete every first weekend of November. And those intrigued by the unusual and scary can also check out Gordonsville’s historic Exchange Hotel, where numerous paranormal sightings have been reported over the years. Once they see what Orange County has to offer these same tourists may start looking for a REALTOR® and, when they find the perfect house or estate, breathe a sigh of relief as they let go of urban stress and settle into the laid-back country life they have been dreaming about. Local agents report an improving market helped along by depleted inventories in Charlottesville and Albemarle that have pushed home buyers further out in their search for a suitable place to live. Fortunately, favorable prices and continuing low interest rates combine to make for an excellent time to buy, facilitating transactions for everyone from first-timers commuting to Charlottesville, Culpeper, Richmond or Fredericksburg for jobs, to those looking for the privacy of a gated community, the historic splendor of an estate, or a farm for raising livestock.

Orange County’s Real Estate Market Local agents are enthusiastic about Orange County’s market and agree it is definitely coming back to life. This optimism is reflected in Long and Foster’s Market Minute for the month of October that shows 50 homes sold—a year-overyear 19 percent increase—plus a healthy decline in active inventory of 22 percent. Other positive signs are a 5 percent yearover-year increase in the median sales price and a 19 percent decrease in the average number of days on the market.

Keller William’s Tom Woolfolk also described Orange County’s 2017 market as one characterized by both a tighter inventory and fewer days on the market compared to a year ago. “If priced right the homes will move,” he indicated, adding that there is an active market in the $150,000 to $200,000 price range which, he says, “will always do well if the house is decent.” While there are even a few options near $100,000, first timers should be aware that these properties may not be in a condition that is acceptable to lenders. On the other hand, they can be attractive to investors who pay cash, renovate and resell or hold for rental, Woolfolk said. He described the rental market as “perennially strong,” since there are always families that can’t qualify for a mortgage. Justin Wiley, with Wiley Real Estate Orange, said “the market is more active than it has been,” although it still lags behind Albemarle and Charlottesville. He is happy to say that “the overall land and farm market has improved this year,” with more activity in areas closer to Charlottesville and in properties priced at under $1 million. There are also “signs of improvement” in the over $1 million market for farms, he added. “The improvement in the real estate market over the past three years has impacted Charlottesville and Albemarle dramatically resulting in a very low inventory of available homes,” said John Ince with Nest Realty Group, adding that “this has put more pressure on neighboring counties like Orange and Greene.” This is especially true in the parts of these counties that are within 30 minutes of Charlottesville, he concluded.

12409 TOWER RD Great location on 13 acres for new home, cabin or farmette. Large shed on property. Vacated mobile home on property with sewer, water, electric access. Mobile home is not habitable. Come see the potential this 13 acres has. MLS#567563, $129,200

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ANDREWSIA Gorgeous 253+/- acre parcel with views of the mountains in the distance. Currently being used as fertile crop land. One of the best land parcels to come on the market in a long time. MLS#509267 $1,295,000

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CONSTITUTION HWY Good location and close to town amenities. 1.5 wooded acres just waiting for a new home. MLS#567568, $26,900

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540-717-6046 ambledsoe1122@gmail.com

151 West Main Street, Orange, VA 22960

Cape Cod on 7.5 acres

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Ceramic tile in kitchen & baths complements the hardwood floors upstairs & down. Soft carpet reserved for the 4 BR. Living room boasts a massive stone FP & soaring ceiling w/2-story picture window overlooking front yard. Full unfin. basement. Oversized 2-car garage enters into the kitchen, w/breakfast bar, windowed nook & tile floors. Upstairs: 2 BRs, office nook, full bath, carpeted loft & unfin. bonus room over garage, insulated & ready to be finished 2 outbuildings, rear deck w/ expansive mountain view, fenced garden area & woods w/walking trails. MLS#566151, $365,000

18340 CAMERON RD Sun-drenched, 1 story 7,422 sq.ft. contemporary. Hardwood floors throughout, formal dining room, living room, family room, two Master Suites, sun porch, tiled pool room leads to fenced, inground pool. Att. 2-car garage, kitchen garden, paved driveway. Stroll the park-like backyard with tasteful landscaping. Full basement has sewing room, study/library (could be 4th BR), large laundry room & even larger open space suitable for game room, home theatre or other activity. Let your imagination run wild!. MLS#567114, $465,000 (2 adj. lots w/wood plank fencing avail. separately, TM #28A-22 & 28A-33, avail. w/house - $565,000.)

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3510 Remson Court, Suite 301, Charlottesville, Va 22901

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When it comes to first timers, Ince suggests the best opportunities will be found in the Towns of Orange and Gordonsville, “with much more affordable prices [compared to] similar homes closer to Charlottesville.” As far as farms and estates, “there are currently several noteworthy estates available in Orange County with prices up to $4.5 million,” Ince said. This should not deter buyers for whom those prices are out of reach as “there is also a good inventory of smaller country properties with acreage for under $400,000.”

Orange County’s Allure Many Orange County buyers are drawn to the small town atmosphere in communities like Gordonsville and the Town of Orange and appreciate the slower pace of life that makes this county so popular. Of course easy access to the amenities of Charlottesville and other nearby urban areas makes a move to Orange even more enticing. If you are tired of battling traffic you may be ready for what Jack Samuels with Jack Samuels Realty described as the “peaceful, easy feeling,” that characterizes Orange County along with the strong sense of community in a place where “people all know each other.” He added that “life is a lot easier

here,” in reference to his leisurely drive to work where he confronts very little traffic. Pat Crabtree, with Montague Miller & Co, offices in the Town of Orange and compares it to Mayberry RFD. She appreciates that people know each other and look out for their neighbors, concluding that community gathering places like the park and the farmer’s market just add to this kind of connection. Of course home owners who want more privacy and an even more rural experience can choose a home on acreage or a farm with fenced pastures and gorgeous mountain views. Ince described Orange as “a rural county with productive farms and a wealth of antebellum estates. James Madison’s home, Montpelier, is just one of a score of noteworthy estates that are part of America’s history. The farms and estates of Somerset, Gordonsville and Rapidan are revered for their history and the inherent quality of the underlying soils.” A resident of Orange, Ince said: “Personally, I find living in Orange County to be ideal. I especially enjoy a charming small town like Orange where I run into people I have known for decades and there is never a line at the DMV.” At the same time, he appreciates “hav-

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ing all that Charlottesville has to offer just 25 minutes away. Rural Orange County and Charlottesville are indeed different worlds but it’s possible to have the best of both.” Wiley called Orange County “a great place to live,” portraying its lifestyle as “wonderful without the sprawl and traffic. It’s close enough to Charlottesville, but you can still have a rural life,” he added stating he also likes the tax savings compared to when he lived closer in and finds the overall cost of living lower. Although he grew up elsewhere Wiley moved to Orange some years ago and while he has observed a lot change in his time, “it still feels like it used to,” he said. Some other benefits of Orange include its easy access to shopping and medical care and its location to the north, which takes the stress out of getting to the main airports. The county’s location is also attractive to two-career couples where one works in Charlottesville, the other in Richmond, Fredericksburg or Culpeper.

Orange County Home Buyers While most of Orange County is rural, there are a few subdivisions as well. The gated community of Lake of the Woods is located on the far eastern end of the county and is attractive to

275 PARKER PACE, ORANGE, VA

Move in ready & waiting for you. The backyard sets this house apart; has not only a nice deck & patio but a wooden privacy fence. This 4 BR, 3-1/2 BA has new Trane system & Remi Halo air purifying system. Located in the town of Orange. $259,000

10102 JACKSONTOWN RD, SOMERSET, VA

c1867 classic Virginia-style farmhouse on 189+ ac. Needs TLC but will be beautiful with a little attention. 4 BR, 2 BA, pine floors with 2929 sq.ft. is waiting for you. 114 open acres with a large creek & road frontage on 2 state roads. $849,000

Call Ryan Gibson 540-661-9583

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18125 HOPE LANE, ORANGE, VA

17052 CONSTITUTION HWY, ORANGE, VA

14106 JAMES MADISON HWY

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Move in ready, spacious 4,700+ fin. sq.ft., 9’ ceilings, open floor plan, 5 BR, 4-1/2 BA, & fin. walkout basement/rec room w/wet bar. Hardwood floors, ceramic & carpet, gas FP, a main level master suite w/sep. entrance to covered back Trex porch overlooking a private, wooded backyard. $398,000

Custom built w/ slate roof, rock chimney & hearth, walnut trim, numerous porches & patios that overlook the pool in this 5 BR, 3 full BA home 5466 sq. ft. fin. living space. Upstairs kitchenette, full basement leading onto covered patio, wet bar & large rec room, built in vault & wall safe, att. 2 car garage & detached barn. $429,000

Custom built, brick colonial w/mt. view on 6.8 ac. 4 BR, 3-1/2 BA, Master BR & BA suite w/FP, lower level has an efficiency making it the perfect Rec Rm, beautifully landscaped grounds w/tranquillity garden, raised bed garden, & potting shed. 2000 +/- sq.ft workshop w/ 1 BR, 1 BA, eat-in kitchen, FR apt. $699,000

Brick cape cod w/ 3-4 BR, 1 BA on 1.54 private ac., 2.5 mi. to Town of Orange. Hardwood maple floors, large back porch, bsmt partially fin. w/windows, metal roof. New water line, 3 y.o. septic, new gutters, well insulated, new ductwork & oil furnace, water pump, hot water heater, located on 1.54 acres. $139,500

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Orange County Investment | Development Opportunity Great location and partially within the town limits. Zoned R-1. Property adjoins Poplar Forest at end of Harper Drive and has tentative sub-division plat for 32 lots. Land is wooded and has access to public water and sewer. Build your dream house or hold property for future development.

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the local high school. Fortunately for him—and other Orange County residents—high speed internet is available to facilitate his work. “It’s the main thing buyers ask for,” Garrison said. Still another type of Orange County buyer is the person looking for more property so they can participate in farming or agro-tourism, Wiley explained. Examples are wineries, pick your own pumpkins farms and vegetable growing for distribution to restaurants that want to source local produce. He also had some recent sales to buyers expanding their cattle operations. If you like the idea of living in a rural area, but don’t want to give up shopping at your favorite stores, meeting friends for coffee at Starbucks or attending concerts and other cultural events, ask your REALTOR® about Orange County. You may find just about everything you need there, and the rest just a short drive away. And if you have been home shopping closer in, you will also be pleased by the lower monthly payments thanks to Orange County’s favorable home prices and tax rates.

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retirees from Northern Virginia who want more space. This neighborhood also attracts people who work in D.C. or Fredericksburg because of the easy commute to work, Woolfolk said. He explained that this is the fastest growing sector of the county and has the newest schools. For people who commute to Charlottesville, there are subdivisions near Gordonsville. One, called Coniston Manor, was started in 2006 just before the crash, so it never really took off, Woolfolk said. This year saw sales of all but one of the homes there, many to couples who work in Charlottesville. Another relatively new community, Gordonsville Gates, is now seeing resales on the market, Woolfolk said adding that it is an attractive place for young families and professionals. He recently had some clients—an attorney with a school teacher spouse—who settled there. Orange also attracts telecommuters who work remotely. Missy Garrison with Montague Miller & Co. had a telecommuting client who relocated his family to Orange from Texas. She learned on meeting him that this was a homecoming for him as he was originally from Orange and a graduate of

BARBOURSVILLE Set back off the road on 1.58 level ac w/ winter views of mountains & grazing horses. Wood burning FP in the living & den. Large FR add'n opens to deck & back yard. Kitchen updated w/stainless appl., cook top w/down draft, wall oven & pot rack. Roof & programmable water heater replaced in last 5 yrs. Incl. swing set + dog pen, cut wood, plus fruit, mulberry & mature coffee trees. 1 yr home warranty. MLS#567407, $249,000

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Oh, but anyway, Toto, we’re home. Home! And this is my room, and you’re all here. And I’m not gonna leave here ever, ever again, because I love you all, and - oh, Auntie Em - there’s no place like home! Judy Garland as Dorothy, The Wizard of Oz

2 acre MINI FARM in Orange

So much charm. 3 BR’s near the town of Orange. Large yard - lot’s of possibilities. Bring love & put your own touches. Almost, ready to move in. 1st floor BR & bath. Homestead type self sufficiancy possibilities on this mini farm - not too much land to take care of but enough to have livestock, small animals &/or crops or orchard farming as options. $1,500 carpet allowance incl. Mostly hardwood floors. Large detached 3 car garage/workshop. MLS#567547, $149,900

Rob Nigmond

540.406.0106 | robertnigmond@aol.com 105 East Main Street • Orange,VA 22960 540 672 7373 (office) • 540 672 5006 (Fax)

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503 Faulconer Drive Charlottesville · VA · 22903 p: 434.295.1131 f: 434.293.7377 e: homes@mcleanfaulconer.com

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BEST COUNTRY CLUB VALUE!

GREAT PRICE for this well maintained 4-bedroom,Glenmore colonial, full unfin. basement, walk to club form quiet street. 50% club discount. EXCELLENT VALUE! $519,000 MLS#562380 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

KESWICK ESTATE

Exquisite, 4-bedroom home with premium finishes, paneled study, 1st-floor master suite, home theater, infinity pool, charming guest house, and gorgeous gardens. Walk to Keswick Hall. MLS#556917 $1,895,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

BLENHEIM FARM

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This stately Georgian boasts 5,400 finished sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, 4 full & 1 half baths, 18 min. from Charlottesville on 25+ private acres of open and wooded land. 1st-floor master suite, finished walkout terrace level. MLS#495948 $795,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

Stunning 360 degree mountain views on this wonderful rural property in Browns Cove, just North of White Hall. Multitude of options including horses, recreation, grazing, crops and/or building the home of your dreams on one of the many desirable home sites with beautiful views in all directions. Made up of 4 parcels totaling 91.53 acres. $599,000 MLS#569167 Will Faulconer (434) 987-9455

LANCASTER PROPERTY

Across from Walnut Creek Park. Great opportunity! 168 acres of rolling open land and mountain land with views and privacy. Easy drive to Charlottesville and the University of Virginia. MLS#555121 $695,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

RAGGED MOUNTAIN FARM

UNBELIEVABLE VALUE IN IVY! Stately Federal-style residence on 3+ acres with Blue Ridge and Ragged Mtn. views. 10 minutes west of Charlottesville. MLS #562334 $1,625,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

SOLLIDEN

Extraordinary 247-acre estate showcases an English Country-style main residence with 7 acres of world-class gardens. Includes a stone guest house and barn, and renovated 1800s log house. MLS#560478 $3,450,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

THE CHIMNEYS

273-acre farming estate in Madison County, base of Blue Ridge Mountains. Spectacular home with many improvements in a magnificent setting. Visit: www. thechimneysfarm.com MLS#554020 $4,950,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

OLD WOODVILLE

Offered for sale for the first time in over 75 years, this magnificent 166± acre estate is nestled among other notable farms and estates in the historic and picturesque Green Mountain District of southern Albemarle County. Historic, circa 1796, main residence with original details. Pool, guest cottage, barns, equipment storage, and other outbuildings. Virginia and National Historic Registries. MLS#560539 $2,450,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

FARMINGTON COUNTRY CLUB

Classic 4 bedroom brick residence in most private 2.3 acre setting, beautiful views! Large formal rooms, custom design kitchen, two fireplaces, 2-car garage, walk-out basement. MLS#569134 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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BLENHEIM ROAD

Modern log home on private 22,58 acres, vintage 1900’s logs with contemporary plan, new stone fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, main level master, 4,418 finished square feet. Many special features. MLS#568186 $1,175,000 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455

LENNOX

Historic, and private southern Albemarle Co. farm on 150+/- acres with guest cottage and charm among other large estates. Only 20 min. to Charlottesville. MLS#561792 $1,695,000. Available with 23 acres, $785,000. Tim Michel 434.960.1124

UNIVERSITY VILLAGE

WILLIS LANE

42.26 park-like acres approx. 1.5 mi. from historic Downtown Scottsville! Includes one division right. Soil study complete. Currently in land use. Mountain views! Only 20 mi. from C’ville. MLS#530854 $337,000 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

SECRETARY SANDS ROAD

Private, 354+ acres of gently rolling land in an area of estate properties located 25 minutes south of Charlottesville. 100+ open acres, year round streams, pond, log home. MLS#534895 $1,770,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

TWIN CREEKS

Rare opportunity to purchase two adjoining units as one large unit at University Village. Excellent condition, beautiful views from the fourth floor, great location. MLS#550179 $495,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

181-acre sanctuary, 8 miles west, with dramatic residence and guest cottage by Shelter Associates. Big Blue Ridge views, pastures, river frontage, trails, plus excellent building site. www.twincreeksva.com MLS#559202 $2,500,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

Two wonderful estate parcels in coveted Ragged Mountain Farm. Excellent building sites, complete privacy, beautiful Blue Ridge mountain views. Murray/Henley/Western Albemarle school districts. 84.79 acres: MLS#563174 $1,295,000;100.22 acres:MLS#563171 $1,495,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

Private estate parcel conveniently located to Downtown Charlottesville, UVA, Martha Jefferson Hospital, NGIC, Airport & North Fork Business Park. 5 acre parcel with level home site. MLS#565885 $280,000 C. Dammann 434.981.1250

EXCEPTIONAL LARGE ACREAGE

STONY POINT ROAD

EDNAM FOREST

Traditional and private 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence on beautiful, elevated 2 acres and a short walk to trails. Immaculate, renovated, with open floor plan, two master suites, pool, pavilion, and two-car garage. MLS#562281 $1,350,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

OMEGA COURT

3-bedroom, 2-bath contemporary on private and wooded 3.73 acres in the North Albemarle community of Solaris. Spacious master suite, vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace and more! MLS#562780 $357,500 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

HIGHLANDS

Terrific three-bedroom residence minutes from Crozet and quick access to Charlottesville. Great value for 2,413 finished sq. ft. in like-new condition with mtn. views. MLS#562964 $299,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

WILMINGTON ROAD

Five wooded lots with no restrictions and approved for conventional septic systems located one mile east of Wilmington and surrounded by large farms. Perfect dream home location 10 min. to Palmyra. Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Country Lifestyle:

Loving Where You Live BY KEN WILSON

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“H

ow ya gonna keep ‘em down on the farm (after they’ve seen Paree)?” some people still say, but they’re just showing their age. Cities have their charm (and suburbs have their convenience), but they’ve never been places to see the stars and they’re no longer where all the action is. If the hippies picked up their Whole Earth Catalogs, dropped out and went back to the land to flee “square” society, their Gen X and Millennial grandkids (biological and spiritual), a revolution or two later, are bringing hip urban energy and enterprise to the Virginia countryside all around Charlottesville. The country is cool again, or the country has always been cool for those cool enough to know it—take your pick, but look around. It’s pretty out here, and it’s quieter and cheaper, and the living is easy. “I like the privacy,” says Sharon Duke, REALTOR® with William A Cooke, LLC of her Louisa

home. “I like having land around me. When I go home I like it to be kind of a sanctuary, I don’t like people just showing up at my door.” Many of the people who come to her, Duke says, are looking to trade in city living for the same deal: “There are the people who just want to have that open space to look at, and there are the people who want to actually use those open spaces—to have livestock, to do farming—because that’s how they can afford it. They want the right to do whatever they want to with their land. I often have people calling that don’t want to have covenants and restrictions; they want to have room to do some gardening, to have some chickens or goats and have fresh eggs or make goat cheese, or something like that.” Quite a few of her clients, Duke says, start cottage industries: “Some do woodworking, some save their seeds and sell them at farmer’s markets. Some are going the green route and doing turkeys. One of them wanted the

country because they got started doing bees. I’m on the board for the Chamber of Commerce and we have quite a number of small cow farms.” Then there are the ever-ingenious crafts people who make adult beverages. “More and more cideries are coming out to the country, and we have plenty of wineries,” Duke adds. “And hops growers—there are two places I’m aware of in Louisa that are selling hops to the breweries.” Marlo Allen, Associate Broker with Mountain Area Realty, grew up on 20 acres in Nellysford and sees the same thing happening in Nelson County. “This is my backyard so to speak,” she says. “I love it here. I have 18 acres on the Rockfish River. People are moving to Nelson County quite often from northern areas that have maybe higher taxes, more congestion, and more traffic. They’re coming here to get away from that. “A lot of times people moving here are looking for a little quieter lifestyle,

but still want easy access to shopping and medical care and those types of things. I think one thing that we have going for us is we’re a half hour from Charlottesville, so you still have the culture and the arts and the shopping and whatever you may need as an easy commute. But you can come home to the peace and quiet, more acreage, more distance from your neighbors. “I get people who are looking for a rural setting with views and quiet, maybe water. Just the other day I got a call from someone who was looking for a mini-farm, a place where you can raise a few chickens and grow your own vegetables.” Then there are the “enterprising” types, “who want to capitalize on the tourism industry that we have”: the breweries, wineries and cideries of Route 151—“Virginia’s Weekend Address”—for example, or the hiking, skiing and other year round attractions of Wintergreen Resort. “Whether it’s

I often have people calling that don’t want to have covenants and restrictions; they want to have room to do some gardening, to have some chickens or goats and have fresh eggs or make goat cheese, or something like that.”

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OLD TRAIL DRIVE

MLS# 560248 $369,500

WALK to Glass House Winery to UNWIND after your traffic-free commute! This lovely Free Union home sits on nearly 4 PEACEFUL ACRES and has gorgeous winter MOUNTAIN VIEWS. Hardwood floors throughout the main level and ALL NEW CARPET upstairs. The ample eat-in kitchen, with NEW flooring, has access to one of the MANY DECKS and features local soapstone counters and cherry cabinets. Upstairs are 2 bedrooms, an adjacent full bath as well as a nicely proportioned master suite with garden tub. 2 NEW Heat pumps and roof less than 5 years old. A WHOLE HOUSE GENERATOR for peace of mind during inclement weather and don’t miss the full, unfinished basement for storage! WESTERN ALBEMARLE SCHOOLS!

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Nelson County PRICE REDUCED! 42 Knoll Lane Handsomely renovated Rodes Farm “Tobacco Barn” with 3BR, 2BA, a bonus bunk room and established vacation rental history. Open great room with stone fireplace. Downstairs bath with radiant heat, whirlpool tub and separate shower. Private loft bedroom/ bath suite. A spacious screened porch and deck have been added. Mature landscaping surrounds home. Walk to Rodes Farm pool, tennis court, pond, archery and stable. 30 minutes to Charlottesville. Sold furnished w/exclusions. Yard maintenance included in Rodes Farm HOA. $319,000 PRICE REDUCED!

RIDGETOP DRIVE Excellent condition! This home is set on a quiet street. 5 bedrooms with 4 1/2 baths and a 2 car garage. First and second floor master suites. Vaulted ceilings in the great room. Bright kitchen features stainless appliances and a breakfast nook. Lovely sunroom. Full basement that is partially finished with a family room and a great room. $575,000

5265 Cub Creek Road Perfect for a permanent home or a mountain getaway! Just minutes from Nellysford, breweries, cideries, and Wintergreen Resort. This well-maintained, 3 BR, 2 BA, cedar-sided home is surrounded by lush woods, has mountain views and overlooks a bold creek. Hang ou” in the adorable log cabin below the house or hike the 4.13 acres through the rhododendron, mountain laurel and fern gardens. $275,000 1-car garage and small shed for storage. Private!

1037 Pounding Branch Road Charming log home nestled in the woods close to Route 151—a destination for wineries, craft beer, and outdoor recreation. An ideal fulltime home, retreat or investment rental. Renovated with new roof, flooring, plumbing, fixtures and baths. Kitchen has new cabinets, appliances, granite countertops, and tile backsplash. Two master suites, two living areas, cathedral ceilings, woodstove, covered porches, sunroom, deck with outdoor shower and paved drive. Only 25 minutes to Charlottesville.

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Attractive, 1-level, easy-care living in established neighborhood. Convenient to NGIC, GE, Hollymead Town Center, etc.. Open floor plan with cathedral ceiling in great room, laminate & ceramic tile floors throughout. Well appointed kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite countertops & steel appl. Fully fenced backyard & large storage shed. $259,900

CITY LIVING, WOODLAND SETTING

Greatly reduced! Architect designed unique home convenient to downtown, shops & UVa. 2 BR, 2 full baths upstairs & apartment on terrace level with separate entrance, has multiple possibilities. Cathedral ceilings and fireplace in living room with a 2nd FP in gorgeous master bedroom suite. Professionally landscaped woodland garden, 3 full baths, 4 BRs. $386,000

$269,900

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C U O N N D T E R R A C T

small businesses like B&B’s or raising gardens or just being able to raise their own food, they don’t get that opportunity on a small parcel in the city.” Everyone knows the cost of living is lower in rural areas, and the cost of housing is too. From grand, historic estates to starter homes (especially for those who don’t mind living up close to the road), there is “a little bit of everything for everyone,” Allen says. “Today I closed on a home that was just under $100,000. In mid-year 2017 our county median was $250,000, so we’re going to be hovering somewhere around that now. Last year our median was lower, so we are on the rise, but it’s still affordable. There are affordable options here for first-time homebuyers. Or if someone wants a big farm and wants to pay $800,000 or $900,000 for it they have that option too. There are plenty of people who are more interested in the land and the barn than they are in the house. The house is not that important to them—they spend all their time outdoors. “Not everybody wants to do a commute to work,” Allen notes, “but for the people who do want to be out here it’s because they want more land, more privacy, and the serenity that this area offers. It’s truly about loving where you live.” n

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University Village, Albemarle Co. $345,000 – MLS #569597 Breathtaking views, 2 master suites Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972

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The Village at Highlands, Albemarle Co. $429,900 – MLS #565743 Updated inside & out, bonus room Justin Kent, 434-951-7052 Wes Kent, 434-951-7008

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Frays Grant, Albemarle Co. $1,695,000 – MLS #562709 1st floor master wing, spectacular kitchen Sarah Collier, 434-249-6029

Stonegate, Albemarle Co. $410,000 – MLS #563459 Loft, attic storage, garage Bill Bailey, 434-817-6052

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1 story brick home with a deep sitting porch and lovely back patio. 3 bedrooms with optional 4th on main level. An eat in kitchen opens to a gracious family room with gas fireplace and crown molding. Beautiful 6 ‘ Castilian walnut floors. Large master suite with walk in closet and tray ceiling. Full, walk out terrace level includes: family room, full bath, exercise room as well as plenty of storage. Multiple green features. $664,000 RIDGETOP DRIVE Excellent condition! This home is set on a quiet street. 5 bedrooms with 4 1/2 baths and a 2 car garage. First and second floor master suites. Vaulted ceilings in the great room. Bright kitchen features stainless appliances and a breakfast nook. Lovely sunroom. Full basement that is partially finished with a family room and a great room. $575,000

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HOME SALES STATS

ENDING THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 26, 2017

There were 47 sales in the 11 county and city areas n 20 were in Albemarle with an average price of $359,992 n 3 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $689,890 n 5 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $185,900 n 6 were in Greene with an average price of $226,808 n 1 was in Louisa with a price of $139,000 n 3 were in Nelson with an average price of $363,333 n 1 was in Orange with a price of $51,000 n 4 were in Staunton with an average price of $200,600 n 4 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $152,625

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CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE

GREENE COUNTY

CITY OF STAUNTON

LOUISA COUNTY

CITY OF WAYNESBORO

MADISON COUNTY

ALBEMARLE COUNTY

NELSON COUNTY

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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

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BLUE RIDGE VIEWS IN SOMERSET

HUGE BLUE RIDGE VIEWS

ELIJAH CRAIG - 113 +/- acres of mostly open meadows with stunning Blue Ridge Mountain views located in the heart of the Somerset area of Orange County. Surrounded by large estates, and protected by a conservation easement ensures that this parcel will keep its current view shed. Ideal for horses or livestock. Property also has a cottage suitable for tenant or guest. MLS# 566743 • $1,250,000

MT. ATHOS - This storied Somerset estate overlooks some of the prettiest, most protected land in Virginia. A well-constructed, 1930’s residence/hunting lodge and stone stable sit at the highest point of this magnificent property with panoramic views of the Blue Ridge and surrounding countryside. The 270 acres is a good mix of rolling pasture and mature hardwoods providing a serene, private setting. MLS# 566855 • $2,200,000

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STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS

LONG RIVER FRONTAGE

MERRYMOUNT - Located in the most desirable area of Somerset, is nestled amongst large estates, with incredible views of both the Blue Ridge, and the Southwest mountains. The 1850’s house is perfectly situated on 5 acres, and could be bought with additional land, if needed. The 3 bedroom house is in need of renovations, but is structurally sound, and could easily be added onto. Much of the surrounding land is in conservation easement, and the view from this property will not change. MLS# 566744 • $550,000

GRACELAND - A venerable 265-acre tract of farmland superbly located in the Green Springs Historic District with 3,500 feet of road frontage and bordered along the South Anna River. The open and rolling land has a dense wooded buffer surrounding each large field and along the perimeter. The property has several large, usable pastures to the south, and rises to the north forming a bluff above the South Anna River. Many potential building sites and ideal for horses. MLS# 550846 • $859,900

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PANORAMIC MOUNTAIN VIEWS

MOUNTAIN VIEWS CLOSE TO HOME

GREENWOOD ROAD - This contemporary home is perfectly situated on 23 open acres with stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The home’s clean lines boast a large living room with lots of glass to allow the spectacular views into the home. The land is mostly open and ideal for horses. It is conveniently located between Orange and Montpelier. MLS# 554383 • $460,000

GILBERT STATION ROAD - Beautiful 6.58 acres of mostly open land with an elevated building site. Wonderful Southwest Mountain and pastoral views with mini-farm potential. Within close proximity to Charlottesville and Barboursville. MLS# 559902 • $164,500

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STUNNING BLUE RIDGE VIEWS IN OLD TRAIL

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6436 WOODBOURNE LANE $639,000 Great price for extraordinary setting in “Upper Ballard” with fabulous, unobstructed views of the Blue Ridge Mtns! Custom-built, one-owner home features many windows designed to take full advantage of views, Kitchen opens to Family Room, Master Suite, Living Room/Home Office, Deck, 2-car Garage & more on 1st floor. 2nd floor features Loft plus 2 bedrooms (each with bath). 4th bed with full Bath plus Rec Room on Terrace level. Spacious storage room. Tommy Brannock (434) 981-1486. MLS# 569495

WORLD CLASS RENOVATION ON 4 ACRES

685 IVY LANE IN FARMINGTON • $2,995,000 Set on almost 4 magical acres carefully designed by Brooke Spencer, Master Gardener and professional landscape designer, Rabbit Run truly enchants. From the approach through brick entrance pillars, to the open, yet intimate, floor plan by Madison Spencer, this 4 bed, 3.5 bath home beguiles at every turn. MLS# 566569

WALK TO DOWNTOWN

EVERGREEN HOME IN DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD

SPACIOUS GEORGIAN IN MERIWETHER LEWIS

1006 LONG STREET • $532,000 Short walk to Downtown via lovely Locust Ave! Enjoy light-filled home with 5 beds, 3.5 baths, wood floors, dining room, living room with fireplace, huge deck & inviting front porch w/ incredible night views of Pantops area. Full unfinished basement. Off-street parking and fenced backyard. Inessa Telefus (434) 989-1559. MLS# 569592

32 MAROON CREEK COURT • $689,000 Located within minutes to UVA, Historic Downtown, & 5th Street Station, The Chatham with 1st floor luxurious master suite offers a light-filled open plan incl’ gourmet kitchen with 9’ center island, sunny great room & large deck. High quality materials and efficient products. Lindsay Milby (434) 962-9148. MLS# 569282

2525 WIND RIVER ROAD • $824,900 Wonderful opportunity to purchase in a neighborhood of distinctive homes that borders the Mechum River. 3.4 acre lot with open and wooded areas, terraced rear yard, & spectacular treetop screened porch. 2 master suites, finished 3rd level bonus room & finished terrace level. Kristin Cummings Streed (434) 409-5619. MLS# 564863

CHARMING COTTAGE - DOWNTOWN SCOTTSVILLE

RENOVATED FARMHOUSE IN EARLYSVILLE

386 SERENE ACRES IN FREE UNION - REDUCED

195 TERRAPIN HOLLOW ROAD • $239,900 Charming one-level 1920’s cottage near downtown Scottsville. Metal roof, Hardie siding, & hardwood floors (incl’ some original), features an open living room with Jotul gas stove, galley kitchen, office, 2 spacious bedrooms and detached shed with electric. Lovingly renovated. Sally Neill (434) 531-9941. MLS# 566838

5210 TANAGER WOODS DRIVE • $559,900 Renovated custom farmhouse beautifully situated on 2 acres just mins to NGIC/DIA, UVA Research Park & Hollymead Town Center. 1st floor bedroom & full bath make for great guest quarters. Exposed beams, tall ceilings, media room, European master bath, covered rear porch. Angela Dotson (434) 981-6302. MLS# 569530

5214 PONT ROUGE FARM • $3,445,000 Just reduced $500K, Pont Rouge offers an absolutely pristine 5 bed, 5.5 bath residence constructed by Shelter & Associates that overlooks the immaculate farm & staggering mountain views beyond. Charming, log guest cottage. The only covered bridge in Albemarle Co. welcomes visitors at the entrance. MLS# 558099

65 ACRES - MERIWETHER LEWIS DISTRICT

5289 FREE UNION ROAD • $1,100,000 Elim Farm is 65 acres nestled on a knoll overlooking expansive Blue Ridge Mountain vistas. Wrap-around front porch of this Cape Cod flaunts 360˚ views. 2 small ponds, pasture and mature hardwoods. Built in 2006 with materials from the area, including local pine floors. Erin Garcia (434) 981-7245. MLS# 568184

202 DOUGLAS AVENUE, #3C $423,500 Enjoy the convenience and city life in this contemporary, light-infused condo featuring 11’ ceilings, hardwood floors and modern features on the 3rd floor of the coveted Belmont Lofts. Master with walk-in shower and additional full guest bath. Large north and west facing windows offer suburban and panoramic views. Open floor plan with flexible living, dining and office space. Kitchen with breakfast bar, a gas fireplace/ stove in living room. Walk to Belmont & Downtown. Genevieve Verlaak (434) 996-6683. MLS# 569528

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