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

GLENMORE

Perched on a beautiful, 0.68-acre lot, this lovely home overlooks the 4th golf hole. 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, chef ’s kitchen, au pair/in-law suite with kitchenette, and large rear patio. MLS#543439 $880,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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15± private acres showcasing a solid-brick home, just 10 minutes from UVA. Walnut study, soapstone kitchen counters, high ceilings, hardwood floors, 3 fireplaces, finished terrace level. MLS#546300 $1,345,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

Best value! Wonderful east views from this 2-BR, 2-BA condo with open floor plan, formal dining and living rooms, galley kitchen, breakfast room, patio and expansive windows. Minutes west of UVa, hospitals and shopping in one of Charlottesville’s premier developments for independent living. 1st class amenities include formal dining, indoor pool, exercise facilities and guest suites. $314,500 MLS#554631 Andrew Middleditch 434.981.1410

HIGH HOPES

Quiet, country feeling with city-like convenience! 83+ acres with streams, creeks, and mountain views. Classic Colonial with slate roof, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, pine-paneled family room, 2 fireplaces. MLS#546641 $1,895,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

MANAKIN-SABOT

Equestrian Facility on 22.18 acres on Shallow Well Road and 5 minutes to the Deep Run Hunt Club. Features a fully-equipped 8-stall barn, fenced paddocks, equipment shed, and lighted riding ring. MLS#547865 $995,000 Mark Mascotte 434.825.8610

RIVER CIRCLE FARM

Charming, c. 1920, 5-bedroom farmhouse, pool, guest cottage, 118 elevated acres—perfect for animals or vineyard, with bottomland and long frontage on James River. Very scenic, private, mountain views. MLS#545552 $1,295,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

TOTIER HILLS FARM

Exquisite brick mansion, superb quality construction and features in over 9,000 finished square feet, on 98 gently rolling acres with total privacy, a stream and pond. Only 5 minutes to shops, 15 miles to UVA. MLS#553364 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

ELK MOUNTAIN LODGE

Top of Blue Ridge Mountains. 1,000+ acres with circa 1928, 9,000 square foot stone, lodge-type home (up to 11 bedrooms and 6.5 baths) with 3-bedroom stone guest home. Fronting Blue Ridge Parkway and George Washington National Forest, panoramic views of Rockfish and Shenandoah valleys. Just 3 miles off Rt. 250 & I-64. See: www.elkmountainlodgeva. com $4,750,000 MLS#546756 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

GRASSDALE

Circa 1860, Italianate-style residence features a bracketed veranda, delicate sawn work, 12’ ceilings. 850± acres, under V.O.F. easement, on National and Virginia Historic Registers. MLS#543076 $5,950,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Immaculate, move-in-ready Scottish-style home built by R.D. Wade, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, 1st-floor master suite, great room with fireplace, kitchen with granite counters and 2-car garage on private, elevated lot. MLS#552301 $609,000 Tim Michel 434.960.1124

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KESWICK GOLF COURSE PARCEL

French-inspired, 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home, with lovely public and private areas. Dramatic great room with fireplace. On 5.4 private and beautifully landscaped acres. MLS#554241 $1,125,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

Surrounded on two sides by the Peter Dye Golf Course, this 2.4-acre building lot represents the best value in Keswick. Priced to sell! MLS#503871 $350,000 Tim Michel 434.960.1124

ELK RUN RETREAT

This pristine land tract of 155 acres in Farmington Hunt Country offers privacy, several creeks, and horse or hiking trails running for miles throughout the property only 12 miles from Barracks Road. MLS#537873 $995,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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Location A+. Rare, stunning, 21-acre estate parcel with jaw-dropping mountain views just miles west off idyllic Bloomfield Rd. With privacy, pasture, and towering trees, this “close-in” property has it all. MLS#553235 $1,490,000 Andrew Middleditch 434.981.1410

Charming, 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin nestled on just under 8 acres adjacent to VA Dept. of Game & Inland Fisheries owned land. Very private with beautiful mountain views and a stream. MLS#524971 $195,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

CLEARVIEW KNOLLS

Rare opportunity to purchase a 2-acre building lot on a cul-de-sac in a quiet, well-established neighborhood. Great, close-in location within 5 miles of Charlottesville and less than 8 miles from airport. MLS#520371 $125,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

OMEGA COURT

Wonderful, 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#554681 $357,500 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

ERRIGAL FARM

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

BEAR BRANCH FARM

Magnificent mountain views from this high end residence on 208 acres. This 4-bedroom home is bright, airy, and perfect for full-time living or the ultimate family retreat. MLS#532232 $1,650,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

ESMONT ROAD

109 acres of gently rolling land comprised of mostly hardwoods with pine and lovely year-round streams. Easement opportunity. Ideal for residential building, investment or timber. MLS#528493 $545,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Open Sunday, December 18, 1-4 pm SET ON A PRIVATE 12 ACRE LOT near Earlysville, this delightful four bedroom home has a first floor master bedroom, large family room that flows into the beautiful eat-in kitchen, a huge custom screened porch overlooking a great yard! Just 10 minutes to Charlottesville Airport! $599,900. Mike Peters 951-5119/9813995. (552568) Hosting Agent: Mike Peters Directions: From Town head north on Rt. 743 to Earlysville, left on 660, left on 661 (Reas Ford Ln) 1st left (into Graemont West entrance, first driveway on the right.

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Elevated lot with distant water view. 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Home features; hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, granite countertops and an oversized 2 car garage. Lovely garden spot. $248,900

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Superb quality, spacious rooms and an open floor plan define this residence. 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 2 half baths. Privately set on 10 acres and adjoins the natural area of Colston. Convenient Ivy location. Features: cypress siding, decks, inground pool, beautiful cherry floors, large windows on all sides, soaring vaulted ceilings and marble surround fireplace. Third floor bonus room. $945,000

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Carefree, one level living at its best. Walking distance to UVa grounds, Stadiums, Miller Center, Restaurants & Barracks Rd. Flexible, floor plan with 2 master suites plus study, family room, living, room etc..Beautiful greenspace and Blue Ridge views from deck and patio. Everything on one level with finished basement for entertaining or guests. Spectacularly updated and ready to move into. $298,000

FRY SPRINGS NEIGHBORHOOD

Classic brick ranch with hip roof. Good, solid, low maintenance home with income potential from basement apartment. in quiet neighborhood, just behind Fry Springs Beach Club off JPA, close to Rivanna Trail and Azalea Park. Hardwood floors and central air throughout with gas furnace, Three bedrooms on main level.. All appliances in both units convey. . Great investment potential.$287,000

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5.037 ACRE PARCEL located in Southern Albemarle close to town but yet not that far away from the historic town of Scottsville in Albemarle County. Parcel is currently overgrown but enjoys an elevated building site on a quiet private country lane within 15 minutes of UVA and Charlottesville. $62,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 2428355. (554745)

PRIVATE 16.18 ACRE PARCEL located in Western Albemarle close to Afton and Crozet. Parcel is all wooded with mature hardwoods and offers a stream and elevated home site that with some clearing could have seasonal Blue Ridge views and there is a stream that runs through the property. $164,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 2428355. (554749)

ARE YOU READY to build your own perfect home, one that has everything you are looking for and can’t find in today’s market? This is the place for you! Convenient to everything, beautiful views over rolling meadows to the mountains, public water hookup and perked. The land is nearly level and open. $89,000. Fiona Tustian, 540-661-9089. FionaTustian1@gmail.com (537570)

THIS IS A PERFECT SPOT for a home site in the mountains. Ideal for a year round home with abundant wildlife, privacy and beautiful views with some clearing. Located close to the Shenandoah National Park but convenient to 29 corridor. Bring your builder or we can refer you. $39,900. Fiona Tustian, 540-661-9089. FionaTustian1@gmail.com (542419)

POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING on this great lot in central Madison County. Superb location for private home. It lends itself to a full walkout basement and has a 3 bedroom perk. Beautiful Holly trees and hardwoods, springs and creek. Backs to farmland and vineyard. Also available as 4 ac lot, 3 ac lot, 6 ac lot. $129,900. Fiona Tustian, 540-661-9089. FionaTustian1@gmail.com (536499)

WELCOME TO VISTA VIEW! Some of the most beautiful unencumbered views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the area. Estate sized lots offer open space with gently rolling topography. Less than 30 minutes to downtown Cville or 35 minutes to Culpeper. Truly a special property that you have to visit to believe. $189,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties. com 960-5187. (523887)

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. $475,000. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719. (497993)

WATERFRONT LOT IN GREAT LOCATION in Greene Mountain Lake subdivision! Owner financing available. Lot has a gentle slope down to the water and is partially cleared. Just 5 minutes from the charming town of Stanardsville in beautiful Greene County. 15 minutes from Ruckersville and 20 minutes from NGIC. $69,300. www.TammiCampbell. com 985-2348/882-5403. (552815)

PRICED FAR BELOW the current assessment! Here is your opportunity to build your home at the Lake and enjoy all the amenities that living at Lake Monticello offers. This lot is located in the Cherokee section outside the gate. Priced at $12,000. www. KathyMarkwood.com 985-6454. (515234)

THIS 30.33 ACRES IS A LOVELY BLEND of open and wooded land. Plenty of wildlife to view and open land to garden on. Bring your builder and start living the good life. $129,500. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (545874)

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 531-9581. (509678)

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. $54,900. Gavin Sherwood, 962-0226. (550977)

THIS IS THE LOCATION you want! 6+ acres in Western Albemarle County with easy and convenient access to Cville, Waynesboro, Staunton and Nelson County. This lot offers a secluded feel while still keeping you near all major amenities of the central Virginia region! Come take a look so you can picture your home in such a perfect setting. $149,900. Gavin Sherwood, 962-0226. (550982)

APPLEGATE FARM. 3 parcels located in Southern Albemarle County with prices starting at $39,500. Parcels range from 5+ acres to 6+ acres. Some of the cheapest building parcels in Albemarle County only 10-15 minutes from the historic town of Scottsville and the Rockfish and James Rivers. Steve White, 242-8355 and Jim Bonner, 951-5102. (549727, 29, 30)

ON THE ROAD to Barboursville you will find this 2.31 acre building parcel located in Southwind Estates in NE Albemarle Cty. Parcel is elevated with spectacular year round views of the Blue Ridge Mountains along with the Southwest Mountains serving as the backdrop. 15 minutes from Cville and UVa this parcel is priced to sell. $189,000. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 242-8355. (537702)

LOOKING FOR A VIEW? Take the time to preview this 10.29 acre building parcel situated north of Charlottesville that enjoys a panoramic year around view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Parcel is a mix of mature pines that add to the privacy along with an elevated building site. $219,500. info@ stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 242-8355. (530522, 525)

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GREAT LOCATION IN LAKE MONTICELLO! Almost 3000 square feet. Upstairs has been updated and has a nice open floor plan. Spacious front screened porch, wood burning fireplace and light-filled kitchen. The walk-out basement is HUGE, and includes a large den with a wood stove, a bedroom, 2 additional rooms with closets and 2 utility rooms. $168,000. Sarah Buczynski, 951-5191/872-3493. (554498)

THIS IS THE PERFECT ARTIST COTTAGE, or an outstanding rental property as it is located near PVCC, I-64 and UVA. It is also “one floor living”, on the bus line, short walking distance to the downtown mall. There are 3 dependencies located at the back of the property. These would be perfect for a studio, office, work shop or a small nursery. Off street parking. $252,500. Kay Sands, 825-6129. (554472)

ONE LEVEL HOME IN NORTHRIDGE. Many updated features: granite counters, new appliances, new carpet in bedrooms (3), bathroom vanities (2), & interior painted. There is hardwood floor in Living Room, bay window in kitchen, detached 2 car garage & fenced courtyard. Just over Greene County Line from N. Albemarle. $259,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (541514)

AUTUMN OAKS DELIGHT! This home offers double decks, formal rooms with crown molding, wood-burning fireplace, stainless appliances, dual HVAC, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, unfinished basement and 10 years left on assumable VA loan. $264,900. www.KathyMarkwood. com 985-6454. (543376)

ATTENTION INVESTORS- located near UVA, Darden School, Law School and JAG School, this delightful condo has tenant in place and features beautiful wood floor, marble surround wood burning fireplace, all appliances, nice balcony with urban views, pool, and great location! Call your Realtor today. $104,900. Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995. (550640)

SMALL COTTAGE with nice views over Dyke, VA. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, eat in kitchen, screened back porch, covered front porch. Great value! From Ruckersville, 33 West to Right on Dyke Rd. (Rte. 810) follow to Dyke, Right on Bacon Hollow Rd., go 1/2 mile to Snow Hill Rd. House at top of hill. $140,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (537130)

LOVELY CAPE COD set back from the road among hardwood trees with a small stream flowing through the property. Great full front porch, 1st floor master bedroom and bath, private back deck, large metal building for a one car garage or storage. Spacious unfinished basement with outside access. 7 miles south of Scottsville, approx. 30 minutes to Charlottesville. $220,000. Bonnie Field, 589-2611. (552583)

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PRISTINE, ONE LEVEL LIVING home within walking distance to several amenities Lake Monticello offers. Great room with vaulted ceiling and FP located off spacious kitchen with breakfast bar. Lovely formal dining room overlooking level yard. Master suite with walk-in closet and spa-like bath, 2 add’l BR and attached 2 car garage. $276,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 242-8355. (554671)

Nelson County Commercial Properties Pheasant Run parcel Great opportunity to build your own business in the thriving Nellysford community. Just down from the shopping center, behind an art gallery and next to Wild Wolf Brewery, this is a prime location for a lucrative endeavor. Level and open for easy access and building on this 1.5acre lot. Zoned B-1 with restrictions. Perfect for retail, office, coffee shop and more! $59,000 4300 Rockfish Valley Highway Treasure in downtown Nellysford for entrepreneur and/or developer seeking acreage zoned for business! 13.02 acres with 6.08 acres fronting 151, 4.79 acres fronting Virginia Lane, and 2.15 wooded acres suitable for private residence for business owner. B1 by right uses: hotel/motel, retail stores, restaurants, offices, and personal/ professional services, etc. Substantial road frontage along two roads including Route 151. $349,000 80 Front Street Two parcels with one vacant for future

expansion or business development. The other parcel has a 10,000-square-foot paved parking area with a 2,520-squarefoot building in the heart of Lovingston. Office building has 3 separate store fronts and could accommodate separate businesses and/or retail spaces. Zoned B1 with by right uses: stores, offices, food sales and restaurants, banks, hotel/motel, gasoline stations, churches, schools, hospitals, and more. Great road frontage along Front Street just off of Route 29. $299,000

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

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

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

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MERRIE MILL FARM

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

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

Circa 1860, 400+ acre estate in the heart of Keswick. Charming dependencies, historic manor home. $3,950,000 MLS#509871

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QUANDARY FARM

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

Circa 1860, 100 Acre homestead near Trump & Blenheim Vineyards. Private compound w/ professional sound studio, pond, guest house & cabin. $1,250,000 MLS#550247

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BROOMFIELD FARM Family horse farm of 151 acres. Needs words but has amazing potential. Located in area of fine Albemarle estates. $1,195,000 MLS#545248

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IVY RIDGE

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

Traditional farm house on 34 acres near Walnut Creek Park. Fenced pasture, plenty of water. $665,000 MLS#548115

Extraordinary home and grounds. Indoor/Outdoor fireplaces, walled gardens, workshop and chicken house. $749,000 MLS#547195

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he holidays are here and you just found the perfect job in another city, or you decided you’ve had it with winter and want to move somewhere warmer, or you visited an Open House and found the perfect new home but recognize any offer you make would have to be contingent on the sale of your present one. Whatever your reason, if selling your house is something you want to do this time of year, don’t hesitate to talk to your agent about putting it on the market.

People taking time to look at homes during the holidays are generally serious about buying in the very near future.

The holidays are also a time when people who have gone elsewhere for school or jobs come home to visit and some will decide to stay permanently. Scott Ward, with A. Scott Ward Realty, Inc., said it is not uncommon for these holiday visitors to stop by his office in Scottsville and ask about homes for sale in their price range. For example, the day before Thanksgiving, a couple from Florida was back visiting their daughter and walked into his office out of curiosity. Before they knew it, they were out looking at houses. It is the holidays that brings them home and this in turn awakens their desire to return permanently, which often means buying a house.

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whom don’t celebrate the same holidays that are popular in the US and aren’t deterred by Christmas and New Year’s being right around the corner. Sam DeBord, a Seattle area REALTOR® and writer, posted an article at realtor.com explaining that along with improvements in the real estate market in our country there has been an increase in the number of foreign buyers and “significant upticks in buyer showings and home sales around holiday periods.” Still another reason to have your home on the market during the holidays is that most buyers today start their home search online. A combination of vacation days and inclement weather often means buyers have more time to review their options and narrow their choices online before getting out to look at their top choices. If your home is off the market during this time, these online shoppers will not find it and you will miss out.

Last December Ward worked with a young couple—first time buyers— who were home for the holidays after relocating to Las Vegas. After looking at some houses they decided to move home to Scottsville, and were one of three families that Ward helped buy a house in December of last year.

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sition” to negotiate a good deal. The holidays are also a time when there is less building going on. This is especially good news for sellers since the resale market has had a lot of competition from new construction, which is recovering from the recession and coming on strong. With less building happening during the winter months, though, resale homes are much more likely to sell. At the same time, buyers who are shopping for real estate during the holidays often need to move now and may not be able to wait for a home to be built. All of these are reasons why you can win big when you put your home on the market during the holidays.

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Similarly, if your home is already listed and hasn’t sold you may want to leave it on the market. Chances are you’ll be glad you did. While it may seem counter-intuitive, the holidays are actually a great time to sell your home and if you wait until the spring market, you could be missing a unique opportunity. Not only is there a lot less competition this time of year, but when your house is tastefully decorated for the holidays with greenery, candles and lights it often looks its very best both inside and out. And it’s not just your home that looks its annual best. Chances are your whole neighborhood has its best foot forward with individual homes as well as clubhouses, streets and subdivision entrances decked out in holiday finery. All of this helps buyer prospects feel at home and may even convince them to make on offer on your house so they can move in and enjoy this special holiday ambiance every single year. When you list your home, it will, of course, be necessary to make it available for showings, and some sellers worry about the inconvenience if they are expecting house guests or planning a party or two. Don’t stress. All of this can be worked out with your agent when your home goes on the market. You can always open it for showings when it is convenient for you, and say no when it is not. While the fourth quarter is usually not the busiest time of year in real estate, a recent, national, online survey by realtor.com found that 60 percent of the agents “always advise a seller to list their home during the holidays because they believe it is a good time to sell,” and 30 percent sometimes advise their clients to list if they are “highly motivated.” In other words, if you are ready to sell, don’t hesitate to have your home on the market when the holidays come around. Locally agents report some very nice numbers for the holiday season. For example, Byrd Abbott with Roy Wheeler Realty Co. said that a year ago, she had eight homes go under contract in the month of December, a banner month. This year she listed a home on the Friday before Thanksgiving. It went under contract almost immediately to a cash buyer and closed two weeks later. The December and January time frames are “very rewarding,” added Len Mailloux with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate III. He suggests this time of year is a good time for buyers to be out looking at homes, in part, because they are in a “much stronger po-

People taking time to look at homes during the holidays are generally serious about buying in the very near future. “These aren’t tire kickers,” Abbott said. They may need a home before the end of the year for tax reasons, or they may be relocating because they have been transferred or because they are, for other reasons, starting a new job. Regardless, finding a place to live now is a priority for these kinds of buyers. Phyllis Novotny with Roy Wheeler Realty Co. said that, in her experience, doctors often move July first and February first and the latter are good candidates to be shopping in November or December. One example is a couple, both physicians, that she helped purchase a home in November a year ago after they were hired by UVA. Other sources of November through January buyers are those moving in from out of the country, many of

Holiday Activities and Decor Help You Sell One reason to sell your home during the holidays is that you can benefit from the seasonal decor throughout the neighborhood and even the special events that bring people there that, at the same time, subtly encourage them to move in so they can enjoy these festivities year after year. This means if your home is for sale don’t pack away your decorative items to get them out of the way. Instead, use greenery, candles, lights and even scents of the season to help highlight your home’s best features.

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If you live in a neighborhood with a Home Owners Association, community center, club or restaurant, count on them to decorate in a way that also welcomes residents, visitors and prospective homeowners. Visitors may also be intrigued by the seasonal functions offered in your community such as children’s activities and holiday socials and events. For example, residents, and their guests at Glenmore in Keswick can enjoy Christmas Eve by Candlelight at the Glenmore Grill and take their pick of two New Year’s Eve functions, one designed for families. Abbott encourages sellers to stay on the market during the holidays and suggests they get seasonal decorations up right after Thanksgiving. “Honestly most homes look so welcoming during this time,” she said and “usually buyers will not take the time to look during the holidays unless they are serious,” she continued. Of course it is important to make the best use of holiday decor options. For example, highlight your home’s best features by outlining a bay window, porch or a walkway with lights or welcome visitors, guests and prospective buyers with a tasteful wreath on the front door or greenery and candles on the mantle. Even a simple candle in each window adds a welcoming touch not available

other times of the year. It’s important not to overdo the decor, but keep it very tasteful. Ward suggests sellers take their cue from Colonial Williamsburg where holiday decorating featured natural elements. He added that sellers need to continue to “live in their house,” when it is on the market, but “live a little neater.” Mailloux agrees stating that he believes a home that feels lived in “conveys a lot about the house and shows that it is loved.” In other words, sellers can continue to enjoy their homes even when they are on the market during the holidays.

When preparing your home for sale, don’t overlook the use of seasonal fragrances that can lend a welcoming ambiance. These could be anything from the scent of fresh baked bread or ginger cookies, to the fragrance of fresh evergreens or hot spiced cider. These scents bring back memories of holidays past encouraging buyers to stay longer in a home and imagine what it will be like living there with their family during next year’s holiday season. Nancy McCaig with A. Scott Ward Realty, Inc. added that, in her experience, “people dream more during the holidays” and can better picture

themselves living in the homes they see when looking during that time. Adding traditional decor and fragrances just makes it all easier. Still another reason to have your home on the market during the holidays is that it is, “a festive, happy time of year,” Novotny said, adding that when people are in a good mood, it is a lot easier to negotiate a deal that benefits both parties. Of course, holiday sellers face less competition then otherwise since there are fewer homes on the market. If theirs is in good condition and well priced the chances of it selling increase compared to the spring market when there is always lots of competition. In addition, in the spring, offers may be lower and come from buyers who are not as serious or as likely to negotiate as those out looking during the holidays. If you are someone who wants to sell your home, talk to your agent about taking advantage of this unique holiday market. And while you’re at it, take time to enjoy the chance to decorate for the season, smell familiar fragrances and dream about your next home. You may even want to join the other buyers and start looking today. n Celeste Smucker is a writer, blogger and author who lives near Charlottesville

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hile some homes seem built for entertaining, many aren’t designed that way. Still, you can make the most of what you have starting right at the front door and carrying it throughout your house. Your home’s entry should be inviting whether you have a sidewalk, a porch, or simply the door from the hall of an apartment or condo. Be sure the approach is tidy, put out a welcome mat, and hang a wreath celebrating Hanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, the New Year, Valentine’s Day, the Fourth of July, a birthday—or any other theme— on the door.

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Come on In Once the door opens, you want guests to step into an entryway rather than abruptly being in the living area. Some homes have a formal foyer which can continue your welcoming theme. On the other hand, your floorplan may not include a separate space. Nevertheless, you can create a transitional area without major architectural changes. A low shelf or even the back of a large piece of furniture can define your entryway. In one case, a woman created a “wall” by suspending a reclaimed oval window. Flooring that is different from the main room such as tile, wood, or a complimentary area rug can provide visual separation. Even the ceiling can

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help define the entryway with paint and wooden molding or a contrasting material such as recycled wood or press-on tin tiles. If there is no closet, perhaps there is room for an interesting clothes tree or unusual clothes hooks on a wall.

Conversation Areas Everyone says it: “No matter who the company is, they always congregate in the kitchen.” Often this is because that’s where the beverages and appetizers are, so one way to have people gather in other places is to establish drink stations and hors d’oeuvres in several locations. Many newer homes have open-concept designs and these are especially conducive to entertaining because guests can interact in small groups while still being part of a larger gathering. If your home is not open, consider ways to make changes. These are seldom spur-of-the-moment projects because they often require major renovation, such as the couple who opened a load-bearing wall between the living room and formal dining room with a trio of tall, wide archways or the family who replaced a kitchen wall with a counter including seating on both sides. Building a flexible seating plan into your main living area is another good way to move people out of the kitchen and one that doesn’t require renovation. Consider ottomans or bench seating that can slide under tables until

Another sure way to create a pleasant mood is to have music playing even before people arrive. Keep it soft and light and consider varying it between jazz and light classical.

holiday decorations, a lampshade, or a trailing scarf. Another sure way to create a pleasant mood is to have music playing even before people arrive. Keep it soft and light and consider varying it between jazz and light classical. Avoid vocals and be careful about two hours of Christmas music this time of year. Not all of your guests may observe this particular holiday and everyone may well be Muzak-ed out after holiday shopping.

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Lighting Lighting is a key to setting the mood for a party. Tiny colored lights add a remarkably festive tone to holiday parties. In addition, you should have multiple light sources to provide relatively soft lighting in every room. One way to do this is to have dimmers on several lights so that you have relatively bright lighting when guests first arrive, then lower it a bit for a more relaxed ambiance later on. Candles are unfailingly festive, but be sure to use unscented varieties which will not bother guests’ sensitivities or detract from the food you are serving. Be extra careful to place candles in safe places away from traffic areas or spots where they might ignite

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HOME SALES STATS ENDING THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 2, 2016

There were 65 homes sold in the seven-county area n 26 were in Albemarle with an average price of $376,072 n 8 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $270,523 n 3 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $133,267 n 10 were in Greene for an average price of $243,237 n 8 were in Louisa with an average price of $234,000 n 2 were in Madison with an average price of $151,250 n 5 were in Nelson with an average price of $278,560 n 3 were in Orange with an average price of $206,083

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ADVERTISING Beth Wood 434.817.9330

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DESIGN Tracy Federico Henry Jones

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1076 OAK GROVE DRIVE MINERAL

604 ELLIOTT AVENUE BELMONT

68 HOLLY HILL DRIVE HOLLY HILL

287 ICE HOUSE ROAD STANARDSVILLE

26456 PENNSFIELD DR ORANGE

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

CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE

LOUISA COUNTY

ALBEMARLE COUNTY

MADISON COUNTY

FLUVANNA COUNTY

NELSON COUNTY

www.charlottesville.org Real estate tax rate: $.95 per $100 www.albemarle.org Real estate tax rate: $.839 per $100 www.co.fluvanna.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.917 per $100

GREENE COUNTY

www.gcva.us Real estate tax rate: $.775 per $100

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

ORANGE COUNTY

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

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DECEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 21, 2016 ISSUE 25-50

Introducing

Peter A. Wiley

Justin H. Wiley

434.422.2090 peter@wileyproperty.com

434.981.5528 Justin@wileyproperty.com

503 Faulconer Drive, Suite 6 • Charlottesville, VA 22903

132A East Main Street • Orange, VA 22960

MLS#551000 • $895,000

MILLWOOD – This 63+ acre parcel is ideally located in the Keswick Hunt in an area of fine estates and equestrian properties. The land is ideally suited for a country estate with long road frontage and a bold stream. The property is under conservation easement to the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. There is an existing well on the property. Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

MLS#530239 • $1,450,000

MAYHURST – An impressive Victorian Italianate manor house built by President James Madison’s great nephew in 1859. The 9,000 square foot home has been beautifully restored and offers gracious rooms with high ceilings, hardwood floors, and original woodwork. The house is privately situated on 23 acres just outside the town of Orange. Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

MLS#521382 • $595,000

MLS#544780 • $1,100,000

LOWER BUNDORAN – A well-proportioned Federal period farmhouse with panoramic pastoral and mountain views. The residence sits on a 30-acre equestrian lot in the heart of Bundoran farm with miles of hiking and riding trails and fiber internet. A shed row barn with 4 stalls is connected to a handsome carriage house. 15 min. to Charlottesville. Additional acreage available. Peter A. Wiley – 434.422.2090

MLS#551899 • $1,100,000

BUCK MOUNTAIN FORD LANE – 92 rolling, mostly open acres with streams and incredible Blue Ridge views. Property has farm building complex (equipment storage, hay storage and feed lot) with power and a well in place. There are 5 division rights and additional acreage available. Peter A. Wiley – 434.422.2090

MLS#553011 • $1,075,000

PUMP HOUSE – Spectacular small horse property located in the heart of Somerset and the Keswick Hunt. This mostly open & fenced 14.5 acre offering has a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom house built in the 1940’s. A 4-stall stable with tack room, wash stall & 2 new run-in sheds make this a great horse property.

DUNDEE ROAD – 150 acres of mature hardwoods and fertile pasture with long frontage on the Conway River. Two elevated knolls offer spectacular, protected views of the Blue Ridge, the river and surrounding farmland. The property has one division right.

Justin H. Wiley – 434.981.5528

Peter A. Wiley – 434.422.2090

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