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COMFORTABLE BRICK HOME in desirable Ivy neighborhood on a one and a half acre lot with no HOA. Newly refinished hardwood floors throughout main level, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, sunroom and partially finished basement. Meriwether Lewis school district. $365,000. Phyllis Novotny, 434-760-0548. (591606)

RUCKERSVILLE ONE LEVEL on 4.5 open acres! Offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, ample closet space, wood-burning fireplace, some sheds and dog run. Just off Route 29 and close to shopping and Charlottesville. $285,000. www.KathyMarkwood.com 434-985-6454. (591595)

BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS for as far as the eye can see! Only one of two condos at Wintergreen Resort which offer an elevator Open floor plan, galley kitchen, spectacular views, great room w/ wood-burning fireplace, large master bedroom w/ deck access, ceramic tile in both bathrooms, covered parking, & fully furnished. $175,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (584147)

THE STONELEIGH - TO BE BUILT. Great floor plan designed for easy living. Quality craftsmanship from local builder - Echelon Homes. Perfect location and neighborhood in the heart of Crozet. Enjoy local restaurants, wineries, and breweries. Easy commute to Charlottesville. $549,900. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (581447)

LIKE PRIVACY AND PASTORAL VIEWS? Tucked back off a rural back road in Madison sits this 14+ acre wooded parcel waiting for your new home ideas. Property already has an existing entrance, just needs you to decide where you want to live. Property is clearly marked with updated survey. $115,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (588620)

FRAYS GRANT. Ten separate parcels, 2-21 acres priced from $169,900, located in established neighborhood. Lots feature varied topography; wooded, pastoral, views and may be purchased separately or in different groupings. Institutional seller, all offers considered. $2,250,000 in its entirety of 176 acres. Warren Maupin, 434-962-8939. (540724)

KESWICK ESTATES. Incredible 2 acres of beautiful elevated, hardwood forest privately situated and quietly tucked at the end of a culde-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)

WATERFRONT 10 ACRE PARCEL on Rt. 6 with approximately 370' of frontage on the Rivanna River. Property sits on both sides of Rt. 6 with approx. 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 to Charlottesville or Richmond area. (another 10 acres is available for $70,000 see mls 550626). $65,000. June Seay, 434-981-9038. (550625)

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THE LOCATION of this building lot offers resort-style living with unparalleled privacy and serenity! Benefits of Stoney Creek living include proximity to the amenities of Wintergreen Resort such as golf, tennis, skiing, swimming pools, and nature/hiking trails in your own community! Charlottesville, Waynesboro, and Lynchburg are within a short driving distance. $40,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (565531)

CARDINAL FOREST. This 2.3 acre lot is located in one of the most beautiful areas of Greene County. Privacy & solitude are protected by towering hardwoods and the rural surroundings of farms and views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy the feeling of being worlds apart yet only 5 minutes from shopping & Northern Albemarle. $79,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (586693)

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LOCATED ON A QUIET CUL-DE-SAC and just minutes to NGIC you will find this delightful 3 bedroom home with two car garage, large family room with fireplace, wood floors, finished walk out basement, two back decks overlooking a big back yard and stream! Please stop by today!! $299,900. Mike Peters 434-981-3995. (589224)

RANCH STYLE w/full basement. Main level offers hardwood flooring, 2 bedrooms plus an office w/closet, 2 full baths, kitchen & living room. Huge rear deck overlooking the back yard. Family room, bed & bath in the basement with wood stove to make the area toasty. Close to schools, shopping and Northern Albemarle. $252,500. www.KathyMarkwood.com 434-985-6454. (586313)

CUSTOM HIGH END KITCHEN recently renovated. 4-5BR/3.5BA, totally renovated kitchen & baths, recently refinished hardwood floors on both levels, FPs, built-ins, heated glass sunroom across the entire rear of the home overlooking 1/2 acre of woods mature plantings and level yard. Attached 2 car garage. Seller will consider lease/purchase offer. $449,000. Joan Esposito “Your Running Realtor”, 434-760-1028. (588421)

Directions: From C'ville take Rt 29 north to right on Rt. 607 at Sheets to 1st right on Preddy Creek Rd./ Rt670 to right on Lumber Lane to left on Tanglewood to Right on Pin Oak

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2645 High Fields Road

One-level, 2-bedroom cottage on 12.7 tranquil, mostly wooded acres with beautiful stream. Exterior features cedar siding, ceramic tile roof, large deck, plus 1-car garage. Makes great retreat, VRBO, UVA game retreat, hunting cabin or private and peaceful place to live! MLS#587733 $424,000 Directions - Rt. 20 N to Stony Point, go past Stony Point Elementary, next right on Rt. 600, Stony Point Pass, go one mile, right on High Fields Drive, go one-half mile to end of shared driveway. There will be two driveways off to right before end. Sign up at property. Jim Faulconer| 434.981.0076|email: jfaulconer@mcleanfaulconer.com 503 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville VA 22903 www.mcleanfaulconer.com

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NEWS & VIEWS Local Real Estate News REALTOR® Kate Faulconer Honored with CAAR First 2019 Good Neighbor Award

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What’s Happening Around Town? International Rescue Committee Sponsored Annual Benefit to Highlight Stories from New Americans The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Charlottesville recently hosted its annual benefit, Refugee Voices: New American Stories. All proceeds benefitted the IRC’s work in Charlottesville. This year’s event highlighted stories of the resettlement experience through a variety of voices, including photos, illustrations, video, and live testimonial. The keynote speaker was Delegate Kathy Tran. Tran came to the United States as a refugee when she was a young child. “Each refugee that arrives in Charlottesville has a powerful story to tell, but they are often unable to share that story because of a language barrier. By using other storytelling tools, we hope to share a few of these stories with the Charlottesville community,” IRC in Charlottesville Development Coordinator Diana Cole Connolly said. Included in this year’s program was a short video featuring IRC in Charlottesville Caseworker Geeta Ghimirey, a refugee from Bhutan, who arrived in Charlottesville nine years ago. One of his first jobs was as an interpreter for the IRC. Now, as a Caseworker, he helps refugees who are just arriving to rebuild their lives in our community. Last summer, Ghimirey and his wife became naturalized citizens. Also on display at this year’s event were images from the IRC New Roots’

Farm, Estate and Residential Brokers 503 Faulconer Drive ∙ Charlottesville ∙ VA ∙ 22903

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Antebellum Farm, Riverview, on the James River. Circa 1763 with an 1840 addition. Peaceful and private. 2.5 story home offers 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom and 9 fireplaces. Easy access to the James by Wreck Island creek. Excellent condition and lovingly maintained by current owners. Used occasionally for a vacation rental. A one of a kind property! The recently restored Summer kitchen could have many different uses. $499,900

MILTON HILLS DRIVE

A contemporary home privately set on 3.3 acres at the end of a quiet culde-sac. Soaring ceiling in the great room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Large kitchen with Viking and Sub Zero appliances. One Floor living plus a large 2 room loft and a sunroom. Extensive outdoor living spaces; covered front porch, screened porch and private deck. Lovely wooded lot. Privacy without seclusion. $535,000

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PhotoVoice project. Participants in the garden program were given cameras to document how the program has impacted their lives. They then selected a series of images that best demonstrated how this program has contributed to their wellbeing and sense of community here in Charlottesville. The opportunity to display the series was auctioned as part of the fund-a-need auction. The International Rescue Committee helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. IRC teams provide health care, infrastructure, learning and economic support to people in 40 countries, with special programs designed for women and children. Every year, the IRC resettles thousands of refugees in 26 U.S. cities. Since 1998, the IRC in Charlottesville has assisted nearly 4,000 refugees from more than 30 countries to achieve economic self-sufficiency, a sense of security and social integration in our community. Learn more at Rescue.org/Charlottesville and follow the IRC on Twitter & Facebook. n

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The Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® (CAAR) has announced that Kate Faulconer, REALTOR® with Loring Woodriff Real Estate Associates, is the recipient of the CAAR First 2019 Good Neighbor Award sponsored by UVA Community Credit Union & Member Options. The Good Neighbor Award program highlights local REALTORS® who dedicate significant time and interest to projects that make a lasting impact on our communities. Faulconer has been volunteering with Piedmont Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), an organization that provides trained volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children and youth, since the spring of 2016. “In the last two years, Kate has logged in over 520 hours,” said Lindsay Milby of Loring Woodriff Real Estate Associates. “That includes meeting with the children, traveling to and visiting the children, meeting with the court system, a lot of paperwork, working with her supervisor, and just really being the children’s advocate to help get them out of a neglected and abused situation.” A $500 donation was made to Piedmont CASA in Faulconer’s name.

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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This 1950s home has been meticulously maintained and is located on a large, corner lot. This lot is zoned to accommodate a small cottage or a garage with an apartment above. What an Investment Opportunity! Additional features are: hardwood floors throughout main level, enclosed sunroom, living room with fireplace, large family room, spacious patio to entertain family & friends, unfinished basement, and a newly remodeled living space upstairs with skylight, a 3rd BR option & half bath. Directions: Take 250 East then take the Rugby Ave exit. Go through the first stoplight then go 1 block, house is on the right, corner of Wellford and Rugby Ave

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Well maintained and bright town house located across the street from the walking path in popular Abington Place. Features on the lower level include a bedroom, full bath, great room & office space. The eat-in Kitchen has stainless steel appliances, Electric stove, hard surface counter tops, upgraded cherry cabinets, an island & a pantry. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms including the Master w/vaulted ceilings, expanded walk-in closet. Spa style tile bath with a soaking tub and separate shower. Terrace level multipurpose room and bedroom with full bath for guests. Neighborhood features green space, walking paths, picnic tables. MLS# 590437 $299,000 Office: (434) 825-8174 Mobile: (434) 825-8174 AnneOliverrealtor@gmail.com

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2840 Afton Mountain Road Beautifully maintained home on 3.57 acres in Afton! Minutes from I-64, so driving to Waynesboro, Staunton, or Charlottesville is very convenient. Two wineries are just a few minutes away, with many wineries, cideries, breweries, hiking and recreational activities close by. Built in 1975, the home has received incredible TLC and many updates by the current owners since 1999, including a new dishwasher, washing machine in 2018, newer water heater. A 3-car garage was built in 2004, complete with oil changing pit. Other outbuildings include a metal shed with one car garage with electric service and wood stove (654 square feet) and a garden shed (228 square feet). The yard has mature trees that provide a very pleasant setting. $344,000

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cottage on 3.47 acres minutes from Lovingston. Charming front porch with swing and room to entertain. There are lovely wood floors in the living area as well as a handsome stone fireplace and a completely re-done kitchen. The present owners knocked out one side of the home to add a new staircase to the bedrooms on the second floor. Master on the first floor! Added bonus is the single car garage (with electric) that is presently used for storage. The lot is mostly wooded so easily maintained. The perfect permanent home or getaway spot. The James River (great floating and fishing!) is just down the road and there are fun wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries in Nelson County! $199,000

3775 E RIVER ROAD COLUMBIA - FLUVANNA

NOW ONLY $185,000! 3 Bedroom home situated on 1.996 Acres with 2 fireplaces, Florida Room, lots of windows, plenty of closets, hardtop drive, beautifully landscaped setting. MLS # 504380

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Commanding view of James River basin – Historical home circa 1898 – Good bones – Excellent renovation potential. MLS# 591857

Spiffy 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 baths, patio & raised deck, 3 bay garage/shed, whole house A/C, landscaped setting with large shade trees. No down payment. Owner/Agent MLS# 591731

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Ultra-modern, pristine home situated on 1.17 Ac. in a secluded landscaped setting has so much to offer! MLS# 588611

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Fork Union Area – 2.0 Ac., Dbl. Frontage – Soil Work Done. MLS# 589090 $39,995 Palmyra Area – 15 Ac., Long Frontage, Survey, Excellent for Home or Investment. MLS# 584335 $57,500

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OAKLAND FARM

Historic, circa 1767 property on 663± acres in Deep Run Hunt Country fronting the Willis River. Brick manor house with 5 bedrooms, circa 1740 guest cottage, 4 barns, and more. MLS#549952 $2,595,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

NORTH DOWNTOWN

Between Park St. & 2nd St. NE., a most walkable City location. Rarely offered for sale, this home has been updated and impeccably maintained. For details, call Dora Conway, 434-825-5742 MLS#591271 $1,800,000

MECHUNK CREEK FARM

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216 private Keswick acres, 10 miles from town. Traditional c. 1910 home, 6-BR, completely modernized. 23-stall stable, large equipment barn, 2 lakes. PRIVATE AND CLOSE. MLS#590458 $3,200,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076.

Enjoy breathtaking mountain views from this classic Georgian residence, 8 miles from Charlottesville, on 72 private, tranquil acres that feature pastures, trails, and streams, as well as 3-stall stable. This spacious home is in excellent condition and boasts a fresh, contemporary flair. A level master suite, and beautifully appointed guest home are just some of the amenities of this brilliant residence. MLS#588971 $1,975,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

RAPIDAN FARM

Extraordinary 1,674-acre farm/estate in the Piedmont Hills of Orange County! Set in total privacy and borders the Rapidan River for almost 4 miles. Additional offerings available. MLS#575383 $11,600,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

LOWFIELDS

251-acre farm overlooking the James River with Blue Ridge Mtn. views. 3,600+ square foot main house with pool, charming guest cottage, barns and outbuildings. Under conservation easement. MLS#586582 $1,950,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

HANDLEY FARM ESTATES

Impeccable, one-level 4-bedroom home, gorgeous mountain views perched on 5+ private acres in Western Albemarle. Just 10-15 minutes from Waynesboro or Charlottesville. MLS#585923 $1,295,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

LAFAYETTE

Tucked in a quiet and peaceful setting down a delightfully tree-lined lane is this attractive, three-story clapboard house with spacious rooms on 91 gently rolling acres, great views, and stream. MLS#574119 $2,395,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

LA FOURCHE

Historic gem in the heart of Keswick with restored and updated circa 1788 main house with attached tavern, 2 dependencies and party barn on 4 acres. Home features an attractive floor plan, first floor living, dining, kitchen and library/media room. Second and third floors have a lovely master suite along with 5 additional bedrooms, 5.5 baths and home office.Views of the historic Southwest Mountains. Minutes to Charlottesville and UVA. MLS#587033 $2,250,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.125

MEADOWBROOK HILLS

Wonderful 4-bedroom Colonial in the heart of the City, beautifully upgraded & renovated! Features a traditional floor plan with 3,000 finished square feet over 3 levels. $759,000 MLS#589158 Will Faulconer,434.987.9455

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EDNAM FOREST

Immaculate and tastefully renovated 4-bedroom home on one of the largest lots in Ednam Forest. Highlights include 1st-floor master suite and striking stone fireplace in great room. MLS#586335 $1,285,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

PLEASANT HILL

SUNNYSIDE

Charming, beautifully restored, circa 1850, 3bedroom, 2-bath farm house on 77 acres surrounded by pasture and forest providing a private setting on a lovely knoll close to the James River. MLS#585271 $585,000 Steve McLean, 434. 981.1863

Large parcel convenient to Charlottesville and UVA. Exceptional Blue Ridge views, farm house (in need of restoration). Under VOF easement, but with divisions into already predetermined parcels. MLS#585228 $4,400,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

ECHO CREEK FARM

30 acres in a quiet, private valley in Madison County. Property includes barns, pastures for grazing animals, and multiple gardening spots. Nearby are hiking trails, trout streams, and Shenandoah National Park. MLS#589276 $725,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

TAYLOR CREEK ROAD

HURSTVILLE

An historic waterfront plantation 10 minutes from Kilmarnock with an original Tidewater-style house built in 1776 on 324 acres with nearly a mile of beach on the Chesapeake Bay. $2,390,000 Philip Reed, 804.833.8325

Picturesque 134-acre mountain property in Heards that climbs from the road to the top of the mountain. Good road frontage, creek, great access, internal road network in place for easy access. MLS#572750 $399,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

CHURCH POINT FARM

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own 944 acres along the lower Chickahominy River within 50 minutes of downtown Richmond. Property features 8 miles of tidal shoreline, plus a 3-bedroom brick dwelling.$4,475,000 Philip Reed, 804.833.8325

BLACKWELLS HOLLOW

Stunning 360 degree mountain views on this wonderful rural property in Browns Cove, just N of White Hall. Multitude of options. Made up of 4 parcels totaling 91.53 acres. $599,000 MLS#588437 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

WALNUT HILLS

HISTORICAL, Georgian Revival mansion, built c.1878 by Gov. James Kemper on 373 splendid acres offering guest cottage and a complement of farm buildings. Long frontage on Rapidan River. $3,900,000 MLS#574009 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455

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Splendid private sanctuary in Madison County on 35± acres, magnificent landscaped grounds, private rural setting. Residence has large, comfortable rooms, floor to ceiling French doors, three covered porches. MLS#581174 $595,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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Set on a quiet street this home offers 5 BR, 4.5 BA, 2-car garage. Open kitchen design, large bay window in dining room, masters on first and second floor. Lovely sun room. Full basement partially finished. MLS#586144 $529,000 Jim Faulconer,434.981.0076

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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 Charlottesville. MLS#530854 $337,000 Will Faulconer, 434.987.9455

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any home buyers have no plans to move when they first visit our area. They learn that a family member or good friend recently bought property in a lake community and decide to visit to see what the excitement is about. They like it so much they come back the next year and the next until finally it dawns on them that they too could enjoy this lifestyle year-round. That’s when they call one of our local REALTORS®, buy a house and relocate. Or maybe they rent the property for a while before making their move. “That is the way of the lake,” says Vicki Wilson with Monticello Coun-

try REALTORS® at Lake Monticello. “Most people come and stay or relocate eventually like we did when my parents moved here back in the 80’s. We finally made the move in 1997. [Today] I live here, play here and work here,” she adds. Fortunately, buyers have plenty of options to choose from with our many outstanding waterfront communities. And everyone from first timers to retirees can choose from a variety housing styles and prices, including new construction. Living on the water adds value to our lives and provides a tranquil and relaxing place to hang out, taking the edge off day-to-day stress. If water calls to you, contact your REALTOR® to-

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growing in popularity and he sees more full-time residents moving in. A surprising number of Lake Anna residents commute to DC via the train, Guna continues, or drive to Charlottesville, just a 45-minute commute on the Interstate. Others work remotely or go to either Fredericksburg or Richmond for jobs. Libby Sandridge with Dockside Realty suggests prospective buyers get familiar with different Lake Anna communities before they buy. She notes that one side is private and not accessible by boat from the main part of the lake, and you won’t find commercial activity or public boat launches there. To access gas, groceries or a marina you must go to the other side of the lake.

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Lakefront communities with multiple amenities, both tangible and intangible, are readily available in our area. To the east of Charlottesville is Lake Anna with its 13,000 acres that extend into Louisa, Orange and Spotsylvania Counties. Its 200 miles of shoreline make it the second largest lake in the Commonwealth, and a place with multiple communities and housing options to choose from. As recently as 15 or so years ago, Lake Anna was “the best kept secret,” says Dave Guna, owner of Lake Anna Island Realty in Mineral. Today it is

8763 James River Road Adorable 3 BR, 2 BA cottage on 3.47 acres minutes from Lovingston. Charming front porch with swing and room to entertain. There are lovely wood floors in the living area as well as a handsome stone fireplace and a completely re-done kitchen. The present owners knocked out one side of the home to add a new staircase to the bedrooms on the second floor. Master on the first floor! Added bonus is the single car garage (with electric) that is presently used for storage. The lot is mostly wooded so easily maintained. The perfect permanent home or getaway spot. The James River (great floating and fishing!) is just down the road and there are fun wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries in Nelson County! $199,000

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day. You will be amazed at the number of opportunities that are affordable and nearby.

Home seekers who want to be closer to Charlottesville will find a lot to like at the gated community of Lake Monticello just 15 miles east of town. “Buyers are attracted to Lake Monticello because of the quality of life offered by the community and the entire Charlottesville area,” says Patsy Strong, Principal Broker with Strong Team REALTORS®, adding that “Lake Monticello offers an array of indoor/outdoor amenities to its residents, such as boating, swimming, pool, tennis, golf, as well as Clubhouse events and weekly activities.” In other words, something for everyone from first time buyers to families to retirees. Lake Monticello residents will also find many essential services close to home. The community has a “small, hometown feel, with city conveniences,” Wilson says, adding “we have a newly renovated clubhouse, and golf clubhouse [and] there are several new restaurants, shops and businesses open here. You don’t need to drive [to town] to get the services of a city.” This year Lake Monticello celebrates its 50th anniversary with special events throughout the year, Wilson continues. She especially looks forward to the annual July 4th boat parade and fireworks over the lake.

For buyers who want a quieter, gated community, nearby Blue Ridge Shores in Louisa County with its five miles of shoreline is an option. Water enthusiasts who love horses, should consider another Louisa community, Shenandoah Crossing, that features a 60-acre lake plus an equine center and stables. Smith Mountain Lake is the largest lake contained entirely within the Commonwealth. Located west of Charlottesville near Roanoke it has over 500 miles of shoreline and multiple communities in three counties. The central location of this scenic lake is a big draw, explains Penny Hodges with RE/MAX Lakefront Realty. Just four hours from NOVA, it is also in demand from people living in Richmond, Raleigh, Maryland and New Jersey. A long-time resident of the area, she describes Smith Mountain Lake as a “great place to live, work and play. I love living here,” she says. Lots of out-of-towners move to the lake, agrees Phyllis Johnson with RE/MAX Lakefront Realty. When she first got into real estate back in 1986 most of them came from New York and New Jersey. But the word got out and now she sees even more coming from NOVA, Richmond and North Carolina.

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“Sales have been strong year to date,” Guna says about Lake Anna. Fifty-six waterfront homes have sold so far this year compared to 31 during the same time period last year, which means inventory of these houses is low. Water access homes (those in the community but not directly on the water) are also in demand with 44 sold so far this year. However, due to low inventory since the winter months, this figure is less than last year’s when 62 had sold by this time. Inventory shortages no doubt contribute to the increased building activity currently noticeable at Lake Anna. “Construction is on the rise,” Guna says, along with active sales of waterfront lots. Sandridge agrees stating that “new home sales are growing.” She has observed lots of building activity in the area, including new homes and renovation of existing structures. The market is also impressive at Lake Monticello where there are 62 homes under contract compared to 53 in June of last year. New construction is an active option there as well. If you plan to build a new home on or near the water, there are plenty of lots to choose from, Wilson says. She adds that prices for the 33 lot listings currently on the market range from $18,000 to $334,900. The “market is phenomenal,” Johnson says about Smith Mountain Lake. As in the other lake communities, a noticeable

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Extraordinary lake home w/ 5849 Finished Sq Ft, 5 Bedrooms, 4 1/2 Baths and incredible point lot w/ 321’ of waterfront. Wide water & mountain views! This home has been remodeled with a completely new gourmet kitchen w/ granite countertops, a tremendous amount of cabinets, gas cooktop & double ovens! Breakfast Area & Dining Area Overlooking the lake. Huge Formal Dining Room w double trey ceiling. Great Room w/ wall of glass to enhance the lake view! 2 Master Suites on the Main Level, Family Room w/ wet bar, Exercise Room, Unfinished Workshop. Boat House w/ one covered slip & one open slip for a sailboat, Paved Driveway & Oversized Triple Car Garage.

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Gorgeous, very nice home on Smith Mountain Lake. Level Lot lake living at it’s BEST! All Brick home, nice sunroom w/great views! This home HAS IT ALL! Wont last long.. Location, Location, Location, 8 minutes to West Lake. 5 Bedrooms, Extraordinary Bar Downstairs, New nice Brick Patio perfect for outdoor entertaining. New Heat pump, cozy firepit. Upgraded dock. Open Floor Plan, Dining area, breakfast area 2 living quarters. Downstairs could be separate living quarters or in law suite. New Appliances. Move in Ready!

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Rare Private Point Property has over 882 feet of shoreline with views of open water and a gentle slope to the water’s edge. Tastefully renovated, this home has water views from every room, two wood burning fireplaces, custom gourmet kitchen, granite counters, classic tile work & radiant heat floors. The spa style master bath includes carrara marble counters & leads to a private hot tub deck. The second master suite opens to a gorgeous sunroom with bold architectural beams. This home has five outdoor decks with the main deck of Trex maintenance free decking with glass panels. Long private drive leads to a true lake home.

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Beautiful top floor WF Penthouse features 4 BR & 3 full BA. End unit condo, located in one of the most desirable gated lakefront communities. Exquisite gourmet kitchen w/high end appliances, granite countertops, wine cooler, breakfast bar, & dining area. The great room is filled w/natural light, a gas FP, beautiful hardwood floors, & leads to the deck. Open floor plan, opulent master suite w/a gas FP, tray ceiling, sitting area, walk-in closet, Jacuzzi, & double sinks. The master suite leads to the deck. Additional features include 2 guest BR w/a Jack & Jill BA, guest BR, full BA & the laundry room. The wraparound covered deck overlooking SML is perfect for entertaining. Pool overlooks the lake. Beautiful top floor waterfront Penthouse features 4 BR & 3 full BA. This end unit condo is perfectly situated in one of the most desirable gated lakefront communities... Bridgewater Point!

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Waterfront home perfectly situated on 12.04 beautiful ac. 16 x 32 in-ground heated sea salt generated pool w/NEW liner, large stocked pond w/lighted fountain, (24 x 30) 1 bay garage w/fitness room, (25 x 80) 3 bay garage, & circle paved DW. Private retreat offers every amenity for 4 seasons of adventurous outdoor living. E/level- updated kitchen w/corian CTops, SS appliances, double oven, eatin kitchen, dining & desk area, living room w/FP, master suite w/new carpet overlooking the pool, New Half BATH, & a 2 car garage with a master suite. Upper-2 guest BR & full BA. LL-family entertainment room, BA, office, storage & L/Room. An outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Landscaped, lovely lake view, & perfect for horses. 1 yr. pd boat slip @ local marina just minutes away. $250 for Rd Maint. Agreement.

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Gorgeous waterfront home, level living w/ finished terrace level, beautiful views of cove & main body of Lake Monticello. Quality built in 2002, 4000 sq ft w/ 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 kitchens, oversized 2 car garage. Gentle slope to waterfront, trex dock on private .63 AC. Grand 2 story entrance w/ Italian floor tile offers immediate views of the lake. An open concept home has living room w/vaulted ceiling, hardwoods, fireplace & deck access. Spacious main floor kitchen w/maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, opens to sunroom eat-in area. Master bedroom with 2 large closets, and bath w/heated spa tub & steam shower. Walkout terrace level, has 2nd full kitchen & bath, for possible in-law area. Must see! MLS# 584834 $749,000

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WATERFRONT LIVING with outstanding panoramic views from every room! This custom built one owner home boasts 160 feet of main lake waterfront. This home has a dock, relaxing screened porch and full length deck from which to recharge and enjoy nature & water activities. The sunrises and sunsets are your daily bonus. Enter to light-filled great room with gas fireplace, open concept kitchen & dining area, spacious First Floor Master with own deck access. Walk out terrace level has 2 bedrooms, full bath, family room with wood burning fireplace, office area and plenty of unfinished storage space. Gentle walk down to the dock. You must see to appreciate the water views of this home. Don’t miss this one! MLS# 586623 $549,000

5300 LITTLE FOX LN

EXCELLENT LOCATION & MOVE-IN READY! Gorgeous Riverton model Earthcraft home, fully upgraded featuring architectural trim, hardwoods, living room w/ built-ins, formal dining, open concept Chef’s kitchen w/ gas range, stainless steel appliances, furniture grade cabinets & under-lighting, granite, over-sized island facing light filled family room with gas fireplace. Special touches include butler’s pantry and wine storage. Second floor offers large master suite with walk-in and spa bath, spacious laundry plus 2 guest bedrooms and bath. Enjoy outdoor entertaining in upgraded screen porch, private patio and landscaped courtyard. Includes full carriage apartment over 2 car garage, currently rents $950/mo. Enjoy Belvedere community living! MLS # 591418 $479,000

Meticulously maintained, colonial home w/ 5 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths, boosts spectacular views of the Blue Ridge mountains. Set in a great location within 2 miles to all school systems, & shopping center located 2 blocks away, w/ supermarket, cafes, shops, hardware store, & bank giving all the conveniences in your back yard. This home has beautiful hardwood floors on the main level, w/ very spacious rooms. Kitchen has cherry cabinets w/ quartz counter tops, & stainless steel appliances. Large master bedroom w/ cathedral ceilings, masterbath w/ whirlpool tub, & large 5th bed/bonus room upstairs. Level backyard has 2 fenced in areas & shed. $5000 buyers incentive and a one year American Home Shield warranty provided to buyer. MLS #589903 $417,500

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Situated just east of Charlottesville in Albemarle County and within 15 minutes of downtown and UVA, this private 25+/acre parcel offers mature hardwood forest with a gorgeous, elevated building site. Clearing would allow views of the stunning Rivanna River frontage this parcel enjoys. Along the river bottom, there are multiple sites to set up camp, swim and enjoy the solitude If looking for river frontage and privacy, yet a location convenient to Charlottesville and The University of Virginia, this is the parcel for you! $349,500

Jefferson Lake Farm This gorgeous parcel offers approximately over 700 acres of mixed woodlands and over 200 acres of rolling open fields. This private parcel offers miles of streams and trails throughout along with a large pond, and a beautiful 12 acre lake with multiple building sites overlooking the lake. Improvements include 4 income-producing cottages, large workshop, and barn. $3,875,000

Spectacular and dividable 22+/- acre parcel located within 2 miles of the historic and quaint village of Batesville in Western Albemarle County. Parcel comprises 2 tax map parcels and offers gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain views, open pasture, mature hardwoods, and frontage along a year-round bold stream. Possible pond location as well. $584,500

Spectacular frontage on Rivanna River! Parcel is situated on a private country lane in Albemarle County yet within 15 minutes of Charlottesville and The University of Virginia. This parcel offers privacy, long frontage along the Rivanna River, pond, open pasture and beautiful views of the river valley. $299,500

Built in 1888, Sunny Banks is set amidst 50 acres of grass land & hardwood forest. The home offers a stunning gable roof with cross gables & floor to ceiling, 3-sided bay windows. The living room & parlor feature working fireplaces consistent throughout the home. The large kitchen welcomes family & guests for entertaining while spilling onto the breezy, covered back porch. The master bedroom suite occupies half of the 2nd floor with a bay window, his/her closets & ensuite bath. Two additional bedrooms. $819,500

Rare opportunity to own 100 acres in Western Albemarle County! Situated on a quiet country lane, this parcel offers up to 5 division rights and offers long, state road frontage. Located between Crozet and Batesville, you will find elevated building sites with spectacular panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views with views from Wintergreen to Old Rag and potential lake locations. Additional 327 acres available for sale bringing total acreage to 427 with the possibility for 24 division rights. Truly a special rare parcel to find in Western Albemarle. $1,495,000

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change is the recent increase in new construction. Since the recession in 2008, lake lots just haven’t been much in demand, she says. Then suddenly in 2018 more lots sold than in the previous 10 years. She is also seeing an increase in waterfront home sales. “The market is wonderful,” Hodges says, adding that she sees a real “upswing in interest” among buyers. As a result, the inventory of homes for sale is down and she needs listings. Which means, if you are ready to put your home on the market, now is a great time as eager buyers await.

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In general, the waterfront market is about high-end buyers. However, in several of these communities, water access homes are available and affordable for first time buyers who can move in and enjoy the neighborhood’s many amenities. “There are lots of great options for first-time homebuyers at Lake Monticello,” Strong says, adding that “Every first-time home buyer should plan to include Lake Monticello in their area search!” She stresses the community’s

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after a long day at the office they can relax with a host of resort-like activities from swimming and boating to golf, tennis and walking trails. “What more could you want when purchasing your first home?” Strong asks. Wilson agrees adding that first

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time buyers can currently choose from among 15 active listings under $200,000. Continuing low interest rates make these homes even more affordable than in previous years. Lake Anna is another community where first-time buyers can live a resort lifestyle near the water. Guna notes as well that “several lenders we use have special programs for first time buyers.”

More Waterfront Buyers Traditionally it was retirees, people anticipating retirement, and second home buyers who purchased waterfront and water access property. Guna reports that 60 percent of the homes he sold last year were to second home buyers while so far this year, 80 percent of his buyers are looking for a place to retire. Sometimes individuals buy a vacation home to start, Hodges says, but once they get a feel for the lake and decide to stay permanently, they move up to a bigger house. More and more though, these buyers are joined by telecommuters and freelancers. For them, the flexibility that allows them to work from home, means they can choose to live with a lakeside view from their office followed by a walk around the lake or time in their boat at the end of the day. The availability of high-speed internet makes it easy to work from home at Lake Monticello Wilson says. The Lake is “a great stress reliever” offering amenities from boating, fishing and swimming, to “star gazing, playing a round of golf, tennis or enjoying the playgrounds with your kids or grand kids.” Johnson agrees joking that remote workers and entrepreneurs with a lake

Choose a Waterfront Specialist When you buy a home on the water, “choose a brokerage that specializes in waterfront properties and homes,” Wilson says, a sentiment echoed by the other agents.

“Location counts more than any other single factor,” Sandridge explains in reference to Lake Anna’s unique and multi-faceted market. This is one of many reasons that “it is important to be careful and make sure you are receiving advice from an experienced Lake Anna agent.” Sellers of waterfront or water access homes also need to call their knowledgeable local REALTOR® to help set a reasonable price and offer advice and negotiation expertise when they receive a sales contract. If you are looking for the perfect second home, a terrific place for retirement, or just love the idea of living on the water year-round, you have many options. Contact your REALTOR® now for details. Celeste Smucker is a writer and blogger who lives near Charlottesville.

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re you planning to sell your home? If so, it is critical to make it a place where buyers feel comfortable and can imagine settling in with a minimum of stress. Your REALTOR® will advise you about the basics of getting prepared such as putting away personal items like photos or kids’ artwork and fixing dripping faucets or closet doors that stick. You will also want to go for a clean, uncluttered look so your buyers can imagine their books and mementos on the shelves and their cannisters and appliances on the kitchen counters. While some buyers can see beyond what is there to what is possible, most of us need help and clearing out excess is an essential first step. Of course, you will want everything to be spotless, from ceiling fan blades to carpets and draperies to grout. And if you have four-legged family members it’s important to minimize their presence, which includes dealing with odors. In addition to the basics, your agent may also suggest hiring a professional stager to help make your home stand out from the competition. Some agents—28 percent according to a February 2019 survey by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)—get all their clients’ homes staged prior to putting them on the market. Another 13 percent stage them if they don’t sell quickly, while a handful (7 percent) stage just their higher priced listings. If your agent recommends staging, and you wonder if it is worth the cost, here are some considerations.

It’s About the Buyers Unlike when you hire an interior designer to create a décor that is unique to you, you hire a stager to give your home broad appeal. This means re-

ducing distractions, going for a neutral look and highlighting your home’s best features with carefully selected eye-catching accents. A Google search of “home staging before and after pictures” will give you some ideas of what that looks like. You will notice that rooms in the after pictures look lighter and brighter, cleaner and more spacious. Something as simple as moving plants away from the windows or shifting furniture to better display a view and show off interesting windows or special trim can make a huge difference. As can removing beloved objects to better showcase your fireplace mantle, putting some of your much-loved furniture in storage to help make your living room feel spacious and welcoming and choosing neutral paint colors. Now the buyers can focus on how well their color choices or art objects would fit into your home rather than being distracted by your great taste, which nevertheless may be very different from theirs. And while you may be able to accomplish some of this stag-

ing on your own, most homeowners aren’t objective enough about their own house to do an effective job.

The Value of Staging According to the NAR survey, 38 percent of buyers’ agents report that their clients were more inclined to walk through a house they first viewed online if it was staged. Since the vast majority of buyers start their home search with Google, this is a critical statistic. Significantly, as well, 83 percent of these agents said their buyers were better able to visualize living in a home if it had been staged. Of course, buyers who can visualize themselves living in a home are more likely to buy it.

Staged Homes Sell for More Research suggests that well-staged homes sell for more than the competition. Of agents who participated in the NAR survey, 44 percent estimate that a staged home increases the amount of the buyers’ offer on a sales contract. Estimated amounts range from one to as much as ten percent more than offers made on similar homes that were not staged. In other words, on a $350,000 home a seller could net an additional $3,500 to $35,000 at closing. In 2018, Home Staging Resources, an organization that trains home stagers, conducted a study of 4,200 professionally staged homes. Eighty-five percent of them sold for 6 to 25 percent more than homes that were not staged.

These results are not surprising. Most buyers prefer a move-in ready home. One that is nicely staged to show off the home’s best features calms their fears and helps them feel good about their decision to buy. This is especially true if the last house they looked at was messy, cluttered and had dripping faucets. “Buyers are savvier now,” says Candice Van Der Linde with RE/MAX Realty Specialists. She adds that they will expect to see houses that are in good condition having been updated and renovated. And there is more good news. The NAR survey reports that 53 percent of agents representing sellers say a staged home sells more quickly, excellent for all concerned. Ask your REALTOR® about whether hiring a stager would be a good investment for you. The answer will depend on a variety of factors from the popularity of your neighborhood, to the current state of the market, your price range and the extent of the competition. You might also want to save money by staging just a few key rooms. NAR survey results suggest that 93 percent of agents staged the living room, while the kitchen was next at 84 percent, the master bedroom followed at 78 percent and the dining room at 72 percent. Call your REALTOR® today for advice on getting your home sold quickly and with ease. And if staging is what you need, they can help with referrals to local professional stagers.

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