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$299,900

Bev Nash • • • • • •

434-981-5560

Set on 3+ acres on the Orange/Greene line Over 2,200 total sq ft of living space 4 bedrooms total, and 3 baths Extensive oak floors, country kitchen 672 sf garage/shop plus a finished den above Pasture for a pony surrounded by mature timber

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Dan Corbin • • • • • •

$249,900

$196,000

434-531-6155

The Keene II - One Level Living - from $199,900 1456 sq.ft, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Granite, SS Appliances Lot with Pond View. No HOA, No Water Bills Close to Schools, Dining, Shopping, James River Great Neighborhood - 22 mi to Charlottesville Meade Construction Quality, Available August 2017

$303,000

Ruth Guss • • • • • •

434-960-0414

3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1,440 Fin Sq. Ft. Recently updated, move in condition 2 car divided garage with workspace & storage Stainless appliances, Granite counter tops, ceramic tile Beautiful hardwood floors, new sliding glass door Tall crawlspace, double deck, Trane HVAC, hybrid hot water heater

Roger Voisinet

$194,900

$245,000

Candice van der Linde

434-981-1076

• Beautifully renovated in RIO SQUARE • 3 ensuite BR + half bath • Kitchen with center island • Good parking and excellent location • Close to 29 shopping & short ride downtown

434-981-8730

• Whole house and deck freshly painted • 6 miles to Zion’s Crossroads • ONE LEVEL Living, 4BR 3 Full BA • Huge Master Suite Addition • Sun Filled back deck & Huge Covered Porch • Private setting on 3 Acres • Watch the Video: www.buyandsellcville.com/video/5105

At the End of the Road and Beyond

Pat Burns • • • • • • •

434-465-4444

Open Floor Plan Great Master Suite Huge rear porch, Oversized garage New appliances, laminate flooring New siding and a new roof Rent to own Owner Financing Possible

$350,000

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Rachel Burns-Reynolds • • • • •

434-760-4778

Appleberry Farm: 17 miles from Charlottesville.

77 ac parcel, rich with history Cold-water creek, Briar Fork, runs through property 22’ deep, spring fed pond w/pier, diving board & small island 5,000 sqft modern home on 7.87 acres may be avail w/77 ac

434.985.0021 21708 James Madison Hwy Troy Va 22974 ZION CROSSROADS

Dan Corbin

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• Perkins Hollow Lane - Faber Area - Nelson County

• Private Mountain Land with Great Hunting / ATV Trails • Year Round Stream, Mountain Views, Hard Wood Trees • 107 Acres - Close to Charlottesville, Nellysford, Lovingston • Beautiful Area for Camping, Hunting, Relaxing - $250,000

Candice van der Linde

434-981-8730

• Flattop Mountain Road in Free Union • Pristine Mountain Retreat on 3+ acres • 3 BR 3 Full BA, Full Fin. Basement • Hardwood Floors throughout; Main level master suite • Breathtaking Views • www.buyandsellcville.com/video/4906

434.974.1500 355 West Rio Rd, #102 Charlottesville Va 22901 CHARLOTTESVILLE

1186 BROKEN ISLAND Road

34 OAK GROVE Road

5261 SF - 5 BR - 3.5 BA - ON 2.47 ACRE

This Broken Island Estate Has It All—Starting With Its Unique Offering Of An Open & Bright In-Law/Guest Terrace Level w/Private Entrance-FamRm-FP-BR-BA-Laundry-Lots of Windows. Vaulted Design w/Hardwds & 2 FP, 1st Fl. Master w/2 Walk-ins, Gorgeous Kitchen w/ Soapstone Countertops-SS Appl-Gas Range-Wall Oven, Dining Rm, Home Office, & Sunroom. Plus, 16x36 In-ground Pool,Fenced Back, Trex Deck,Easy Walk To Priv. 60-Ac. Reserve on River! $558,000

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2288 SF - 4 BR - 3 BA - ON .47/AC

2440 SF - 4 BR - 2.5 BA - ON .34/AC.

EASY WALK TO GOLF COURSE & NEW GOLF CLUBHOUSE - This Split-BR Rancher Offers Two Floors Of Spacious Living Which Includes 2 Master Suites-Plus, Nice Livingrm, Large Open & Bright Eat-in Kitchen w/Bay Window & Breakfast Bar, Spacious BRs, Fin. Basement w/Lrg. Family Rm w/Fireplace, Walk-in Laundry Room w/Sink & Tons of Storage,Hardwds & Tile. Lrg.Fenced Backyard. $189,500

JUST MINUTES FROM CHARLOTTESVILLE-PANTOPS & I-64---Beautifully Spacious Design w/9-ft Ceilings, Greatroom w/Gas-log FP, Hardwds, Dining w/Tray Ceiling, Open Kitchen w/Granite Countertops-SS Appl-Maple Cabinetry, Master w/Walk-in-Whirlpool&Tiled Shower. Floored Attic, Storage Rm, Water Filtration Sys & Back Deck w/ Relaxing Natural Views & Large Level Backyard. Paved Drive & 2-Car Garage. $305,000

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149 TULIP drive 3483 SF - 4 BR - 3 BA

This Patio Home In Active Adult 55+ Community Offers A Gorgeous Private Home In A Charming Neighborhood W/Sidewalks for Evening Strolls-Private Pool-Activity Clubhouse-Great Neighbors & Lawn Maintenance. Vaulted Ceilings, Large Light-Inviting Windows, Hardwd Floors, Granite Countertops, SS Appliances, Lrg 1st fl. Master Suite w/ Dual-Head Seated Tiled Shower, Vaulted Greatroom w/Gas-log FP,Den/ Study--&--Spacious Guest Rooms w/Privacy. Trex Decking, Landscaping, Relaxing Natural View! $389,500

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59 BOLLING CIRCLE 3000 SF, 4 BR, 3 BA, DOCK

Easy Walk To Dock & Water - Vaulted Rancher w/Finished Basement, Expansive Windows, Hardwoods, Open Kitchen w/Granite, Master w/Whirlpool & Shower, Family Room, Gaslog Fireplace, Screened Porch, Garage, Lrg. Back Deck, Covered Patio, Landscaped, Walk To Main Beach & Clubhouse, Waterviews. $418,500

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28 STONEWALL Road 1200 SF - 3 BR - 2 BA - FENCED BACK

Vaulted Split-BR Rancher 1-Block From Swimming BeachClubhouse-Pool-Tennis-Playground - Great Home In Great Location. Greatroom w/Gas-log Fireplace, Hardwoods in Kitchen & Laundry Rm, Water Heater - 2016, HVAC - 2009, Tilt Sash Windows,Nice Sitting Front Porch, Lrg. Level Fenced Backyard. $158,000

70 ROSALYN WAY

2092 SF, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, ON .44/AC

Lovely Design w/Open Greatroom, Gas-log Fireplace, Nice Kitchen w/Granite Countertops & Center Prep Island, Pantry, Spacious Master, Fin. Basement w/Family Rm, Storage w/Roughed-in Plumbing for BA-Ready for Expansion, Deck, Level Backyard, Garage w/Mud Room, Landscaped, Paved Driveway. $228,500

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New Homes for Summer and Fall Delivery • Half Acre Lots with Mountain Views in Crozet at FOOTHILL CROSSING & WESTLAKE • Detached Brownstones Downtown with private elevators, 2-car garages & rooftop terraces at C&O ROW

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Fantastic Investment Property City of Charlottesville $1,350,000 – MLS #559775 4994 SF brick corner building Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693

Beautiful Home to be Built Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $864,270 – MLS #559452 Flexible plan, waterfront homesite Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

Wonderful Investment Property City of Charlottesville $945,000 – MLS #559777 2500 SF brick bldg, private garage Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693

Mountain Views on 3+ Acres Arbor Park, Albemarle Co. $530,000 – MLS #559648 Remodeled kitchen & master BA Darlene Rapier, 434-249-6604 Virginia Morris, 434-960-0011

Under Contract

Large 4 BR, 3 BA Home

Charming Crozet Cottage

Country Living on 8 Acres

Brick Rancher/Full Bsmt.

Spring Creek, Louisa Co. $459,000 – MLS #559888 Room for expansion in unfin bsmt Connie Fairchild, 434-466-8660

Cameron, Orange Co. $330,000 – MLS #559999 Gorgeous mtn view, guest cottage Tom Woolfolk, 434-242-1991

Parkside Village, Albemarle Co. $395,000 – MLS #559861 Private lot, terrace level w/kitchenette Bob/Tricia Traugott, 434-882-0824

Farmville, Prince Edward Co. $309,999 – MLS #559606 Over-sized attached garage, 3 BR/3 BA Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

Impressive Brick Colonial

North Garden, Albemarle Co. $359,900 – MLS #559997 Quality built, well maintained, full bsmt Tee Tucker, 434-242-1970 David Griffin, 434-409-6370

Tri-Level Home

One Level Living-End Unit

Berkeley, Albemarle Co. $274,900 – MLS #559914 Lots of options w/bsmt suite Cynthia Avery, 434-531-4279

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Brick Rancher on 2 Acres

Reedy Creek, Louisa Co. $369,900 – MLS #559915 4 BR, 3.5 BA on 3.12 ac w/bsmt Cynthia Avery, 434-531-4279

Forest Lakes, Albemarle Co. $265,000 – MLS #559870 Wall of windows, one-car garage Darlene Rapier, 434-249-6604

Mortgage Partners Ben Aliff 434-996-0016 NMLS #202242

Stately All-Brick 4 BR Home Orange, Orange Co. $260,000 – MLS #559990 Tree-lined street, 1st floor master BR Tom Woolfolk, 434-242-1991

End Unit Townhome

Branchlands, Albemarle Co. $210,000 – MLS #559818 2 spacious BR w/separate baths Virginia Morris, 434-960-0011 Darlene Rapier, 434-249-6604

Quaint Home – 1.47 Acres Schuyler, Albemarle Co. $149,000 – MLS #559998 Large, mature lawn, great views Jeff Taylor, 434-465-6758

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Charming 2 story home with cedar siding on a slightly elevated lot. Beautiful, mature landscaping.

Nicely renovated kitchen with cherry cabinets, quartz counter tops and updated stainless appliances. Home features: wood burning fireplace, living room, family room and dining room. Many updates including new roof in 2011 and Pella windows in 2015. Attic and 8x8 outbuilding, great for extra storage! $285,000

DEVON PINES

Fabulous custom home built by Vitto Cetta of Weatherhill Homes. Tastefully updated. Large first floor master suite with beautiful marble counter tops in bath as well as 2 walk-in closets. Second level offers another master suite. Kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless appliances, double ovens, 5 burner gas cooktop and wine refrigerator. Laundry room with sink, cabinets and a closet. Oversized, on grade 3 car garage. The screened porch overlooks a private, wooded sanctuary. Full, light filled terrace level with recreation room. $615,000

Live Arts To Stage Drama Desk Award Winner Will Eno’s THE REALISTIC JONESES

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

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

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The Live Arts intimate Founders Theater will be the venue for their April-May offering of Will Eno’s THE REALISTIC JONESES, a multiple Drama Desk award- winning play. In a quiet yet compelling story, Eno explores themes of creating community and confronting our own mortality with wry humor and gentle clarity.

Bree Luck, Interim Managing Artistic Director at Live Arts, is excited by the finesse and resonance of the show’s script. “Will Eno is a master of contemporary dialogue, and THE REALISTIC JONESES is a sterling example of his genius,” she said. “His absurd exploration of the intertwined lives of two couples is a witty, slightly disturbing and thoroughly entertaining look at mortality and love.”

Fran Smith, one of Live Arts’ founding members, is directing the production, and Sarah Cain is the producer.

“We’re excited to have such dynamic actors working to bring out the sorrow and joy of Eno’s script, while our talented team of design artists is hard at work creating the world in which the words can come to life,” noted Cain.

Of the Live Arts production, Luck observed, “I was lucky enough to sit in on a rehearsal recently, and it was a real treat to watch these utterly quirky, yet

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Wild Virginia will be holding an outdoor group leadership training session for anyone interested in becoming outing leaders for Wild Virginia. The workshop will be held on April 29th at the Ivy Creek Education Building from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During the session, you will learn the basic skills for leading groups safely in the outdoors.

Skills will be taught indoors in the classroom and outdoors through field based exercises. Topics will include Fundamentals of outdoor leadership, Leadership styles and situational leadership, Crisis and incident management, and Backcountry ethics. This is an important tool that will train potential leaders on group dynamics and leading folks while enjoying the National Forests. It will also prepare individuals with other skills necessary to lead trips into any of the wild places that Wild Virginia seeks to protect.

The instructors will include Ron Fandetti and Barak Bashear. Ron is a Director and Field Instructor for the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Mountain Leadership School based in Bretton Woods, NH. His professional career focused on organizational and human resource development. His current business, Green Fire Associates, supplies services to small businesses and organizations to help them achieve results through strategic planning and leadership development. Barak has been working in the outdoor education field since 2001. He has a degree in Outdoor Education from Ferrum College, and is a Leave No Trace Master Educator and a Wilderness First Responder.

About Wild Virginia: Wild Virginia is a grassroots, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Virginia’s national forests through education and advocacy. We EDUCATE through hikes, outings and events, ADVOCATE for Virginia’s national forests through special events, and INFLUENCE decision makers by mobilizing citizens. For more information, please visit www. wildvirginia.org

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CAAR Publishes 2017 First Quarter Home Sales and the policy shifts that can occur during such transitions, there was also the matter of continuous low housing supply, steadily rising mortgage rates, and ever-increasing home prices. Nevertheless, sales have held their own in year-over-year comparisons and should improve during the busiest months of the real estate sales cycle.

Greater Charlottesville

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Closed Sales increased 2.5 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 6.8 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Pending Sales increased 16.5 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 6.6 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Inventory decreased 16.2 percent for Single-Family

Charlottesville Area 2017 First Quarter Highlights: • Home sales climbed 3.5% (595) over Q1 2016 (575), led by an increase of 6.8% in attached home sales.

• Greater Charlottesville median sales price rose to $270,000 (8.0%) compared to this time last year ($250,000).

• The median days on the market in the 1st Quarter was 28, 32-days lower than in Q1 2016.

• New listings improved 4.2% (1,712)

days on the market and pending sales.

While all six counties saw a decrease of more than 20% in median days on the market, pending sales are up dramatically (50%) for Louisa and Fluvanna.”

Albemarle County Closed Sales decreased 1.7 percent for Single-Family Detached homes but increased 5.4 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Pending Sales increased 10.0 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 1.9 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Inventory decreased 3.0 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 4.6 percent for Single-Family Attached homes.

City of Charlottesville Closed Sales decreased 16.4 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 3.8 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Pending Sales decreased 5.0 percent for Single-Family Detached homes but increased 7.8 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Inventory decreased 23.8 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 23.7 percent for Single-Family Attached homes.

compared to this time last year (1,643), while inventory of homes for sale marked a 15.8% decline.

• Pending sales was 14.1% (1,060) higher compared to Q1 2016 (929), driven by a high demand in detached homes (16.5%).

National Outlook Residential real estate for the first quarter of 2017 is off to a good start, despite uncertain circumstances when the year began. Aside from new national leadership in Washington, D.C.,

Detached homes and 14.2 percent for Single-Family Attached homes.

“Our market reflects the same state and national trends; low inventory and rising home prices,” said CAAR President Anthony McGhee. “The median sales price for Albemarle and Greene jumped more than 25% compared to this time last year – a significant change. While the increase in home sales price is good for sellers, buyers are still challenged with substantial low inventory, especially in Fluvanna and Greene where they saw a decline of 36% or more homes for sale.”

“The ‘spring market’ for our area came early,” said CAAR President-Elect Arleen Yobs. “Agents are extremely busy trying to secure what few houses are available for the number of buyers entering the market. This is evident in this quarter’s statistics for median

Fluvanna County Closed Sales increased 39.1 percent for Single-Family Detached homes but decreased 50.0 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Pending Sales increased 52.7 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and there was 1 Pending Sale for Single-Family Attached homes. Inventory decreased 34.7 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 75.0 percent for Single-Family Attached homes.

Greene County Closed Sales increased 2.3 percent for Single-Family Detached homes but there were no Single-Family Attached homes Closed Sales. Pending Sales increased 13.8 percent for Single-Family Detached homes but there were no Single-Family Attached homes Pending Sales. Inventory decreased 38.6 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and

100.0 percent for Single-Family Attached homes.

Louisa County Closed Sales increased 3.9 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and there were 4 Closed Sales for Single-Family Attached homes. Pending Sales increased 44.1 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 400.0 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Inventory decreased 24.0 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 25.0 percent for Single-Family Attached homes.

Nelson County

ventory decreased 4.4 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 16.5 percent for Single-Family Attached homes.

About CAAR The Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® (CAAR) represents more than 1,000 real estate professionals in Charlottesville and Albemarle and the surrounding areas of Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson counties. This 2017 First Quarter Market Report is produced by the Charlottesville Area Association of REALTORS® using data from the CAAR MLS, pulled Wed., Apr. 5, 2017. For more information on this report or the real estate market, contact a REALTOR® today using MYCAAR.COM. 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.

Nelson County 687 Adial Road What is on your wish list? Water, views, acreage, proximity to Charlottesville? Look no further!

Own 51 scenic acres with around 2,000 feet of Rockfish River frontage, phenomenal mountain views, plenty of open pasture for horses/livestock, and a classic farmhouse with barns. Multiple division rights and river and mountain view building sites. 30 minutes to Charlottesville and 5 minutes to Nellysford shops and Wintergreen Resort activities. A-1 zoning offers opportuntities such as farm, winery, brewery, etc.

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Closed Sales decreased 6.9 percent for Single-Family Detached homes but increased 16.7 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. Pending Sales increased 14.3 percent for Single-Family Detached homes and 20.0 percent for Single-Family Attached homes. In-

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This immaculate 4 BR, 3 BA home on 3.38 acres is located in the heart of Nellysford and has gorgeous mountain views.

Exceptional quality and finishes throughout. One-level living with a great room featuring a stone fireplace and vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen with custom cherry cabinets and granite counters, master suite with deck access and an attached 2-car garage. The lower level has a family room with gas fireplace, bedroom, home office, bonus room and storage space. Porches and decks allow you to enjoy the outside areas. Lovely landscaping and gardens. Minutes to Wintergreen, breweries, cideries and all the charms of the Nellysford community. $445,000

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

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353 Dogwood Lane

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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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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#547364 $2,295,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

WALNUT MEADOW

Charming and well maintained c. 1750 home on 20 ac. in the heart of Free Union. Expanded and renovated with a 1990s log addition. 4 BR, 3 BA, stone fireplaces, guest cottage, barn. MLS#550905 $1,285,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Located between St. Anne’s Belfield Lower School and the UVA’s Westover Farm and 5 minutes to UVA Central Grounds, this property offers amazing privacy and convenience!

The main house, begun in 1917, offers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 3 fireplaces, living room and entrance hall with 10’ ceilings, heated soapstone floors, eat-in kitchen and a study. A separate 2-bedroom cottage leases for $1,500/month. MLS#560014 $895,000 Tim Michel 434.960.1124

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English Country-style home, built in 2007, with 8,800 sq. ft. overlooking 6-acre pond to the Blue Ridge Mtns. 42 acres, complete privacy, breathtaking setting—all within minutes from town! MLS#556879 $3,485,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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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 $5,900,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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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. www.bearbranchfarm.net MLS#532232 $1,650,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

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Exquisite, 4-bedroom, stone and stucco home with understated elegance offers a light-filled floor plan with premium finishes, 10’ ceilings, 2 fireplaces, paneled study, master suite with balcony, home theater, wine room, infinity pool, and a charming guest house. 2.14-acre lot with professionally designed gardens. Short walk to Keswick Hall. Approximately 10 minutes to Downtown Charlottesville. MLS#556917 $2,395,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Classic Greek Revival, c. 1769, with 8,200 fin. sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, 10 fireplaces. Highlights: formal gardens, mountain views, 147 acres, equestrian facilities & 2 cottages. National Historic Registry. MLS#537630 $5,800,000 Andrew Middleditch 434.981.1410

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Classic Virginia brick home with slate roof, privately situated on 121 acres, adjoining easement property and 502-acre Mint Springs Park at Blue Ridge Mtns.

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Amazing brick home in a quiet neighborhood. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living and dining rooms, family room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen, art studio, and great yard. Western Schools. Minutes to town.

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Excellent condition! Living room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen, spacious master bedroom, main-level hardwood floors, almost 3,000 finished sq. ft. Superb location on 3.05 acres. MLS#556041 $549,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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

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“Gardens above all else are for sharing”

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And so the cycle begins again.

“I think what I enjoy most about Historic Garden Week and what I tend to count as among my favorite memories,” says Christina Teague of Albemarle Garden Club, “is when I’m at a property and it gives me a vision for landscaping in a totally different way. It’s great for getting ideas.” Fellow club member Shelah Scott agrees. “My favorite part is seeing how other peo-

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ple have organized and designed and maintained their gardens,” she says.

“You get a sense of how each person feels about flowers or vegetables or all kinds of different things. There’s an enormous variety and you always learn something. You get ideas.”

For 90 years now, the non-profit Garden Club of Virginia and its 47 member clubs have been giving people ideas—and giving them joy. Since its first Historic Garden Week in 1927, which raised $7,000 ($98,000 in today’s dollars) to save trees planted by

Fox Ridge boxwood parterre Thomas Jefferson at Monticello, Historic Garden Week has helped fund the restoration and preservation of nearly 50 public gardens around Virginia, including at Mount Vernon, the Pavilion Gardens at the University of Virginia, and the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library. Each spring, for most of its 90 years, it has opened privately held gardens and estates to let the general public share their delights.

Statewide, nearly 200 private homes and gardens will be open for viewing on 30 tours during the 84th Historic Garden Week, April 22 through 29, in what has been dubbed “America’s Largest Open House.” Garden Club of Virginia volunteers will create over 2,000 spectacular floral arrangements to decorate the rooms, mostly with flowers from their very own gardens. Here in Central Virginia, from Saturday, April 22 through Monday, April 24, Albemarle Garden Club, Charlottesville Garden Club and Rivanna Garden Club will host the local events, featuring five

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Morven Estate Gardens and House History buffs and garden lovers who cherish Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and James Monroe’s Ash-Lawn will want to see Morven, just a couple of minutes up the road, listed on both the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Plac-

seats, and making designs for shrubs, perennials, and annuals in a palette of purple, blue, pink, white, and yellow.

Tulips, pansies, phlox, lilacs, viburnum and deutzia, among other shrubs and perennials, fill a series of distinct garden rooms. Visitors will see a dove tree, a pair of Osage orange trees, and a state champion Chinese chestnut. All may be seen on Saturday, April 22, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., weather permitting.

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Views of the Blue Ridge Sunday’s tour departs by shuttle from the parking area at Foxfield, and features five country estates and homes

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es. Known in Jefferson’s day as “Indian Camp,” probably in reference to the Monacan tribes that lived nearby, Morven boasts a three-story brick manor house built ca. 1820 in the late-Georgian/Federal style. The last private owner, the late John Kluge, gave the farm to the University of Virginia Foundation in 2001. The first floor of the manor house, which retains its 19th century ambience despite 20th century renovations and additions, is on the tour.

Landscape architect Annette Hoyt Flanders restored Morven’s formal and cutting gardens in 1930, adding entrance gates, brick detailing, and slate

Morven Gardens along Garth and Ridge Roads: Southfield, Choill Mhor, Midway, Laing House, and Fox Ridge.

Teague calls the gardens on Southfield’s twenty acres, with their unusual native and non-native woodland plants, winter flowering shrubs, flowering trees, Japanese maples and spring flowering bulbs, “a true gardener’s garden: if you are interested in plants and unique plants, that’s the garden to see.” The original one-story home, which will not be open, was designed in 1982 and patterned after an English manor house. Gardens extend in

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Choill Mhor front walk and irises all directions, and are surrounded by woods, except to the South, where the Blue Ridge Mountains may be seen in the distance. Footpaths through the woods and around the house are dotted with whimsical statuary and water features. Complimentary refreshments will be served at the pool house between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Built in 2005, Choill Mhor (“great woods” in Gaelic and pronounced “Kyle More”) is an English Country Manor home set on 50 acres with gardens and numerous original and newly planted native trees. Perennial gardens containing peonies, baptisia, brunnera, leucanthemum, nepet, calamintha, and hydranga are of traditional boxwood parterre design. Thousands of daffodils, narcissus and camissia dot the landscape. An old oak tree shelters a shade garden with ferns, spring ephemerals, and many varieties of Bleeding Hearts, and a pollinator garden which blooms in summer.

The farmhouse at Midway dates back to the early 19th century, sits on land originally part of a 715-acre land grant from King George II, and was once at the center of a prosperous hemp, flax and tobacco plantation. The house is dominated by a long two-story gallery, has Flemish-bond brickwork on the east wing facade, mouse-tooth cornices, and stepped parapets with corbeled shoulders. The formal garden was laid out in 1936 based on a design

by Charles Gillette, and is planted, in accordance with Gillette’s plans, with roses in a color spectrum ranging from pale to intensely saturated.

Custom built in 2007, the Georgian-influenced Laing House has grey-painted bricks and a shake shingle roof, and overlooks the Moorman’s River, with extensive western views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Inside are Asian antique furnishings and objets d’art alongside the owner’s own Oriental brushwork paintings. Outside, informal gardens with daffodils, tulips, lilies and crocus surround the house.

Bushes and trees include boxwood, azaleas, Japanese maples and a double-blossom dogwood. Many of the property’s 30 acres are wooded.

Set on 280 acres with extensive Blue Ridge Mountain views, Fox Ridge is an active equestrian farm, with cross-country horse jumps, a Hunter riding ring, and a 20-stall working barn with close to a dozen horses in residence. Its slate-roofed Neo-Georgian red brick home was built in 1945 and remodeled in 2015. The central portion of Quaker Cottage is a log cabin dating back to the 1800s. Next to the cottage is a small cemetery with two graves from 1797, nine unmarked graves, and a Williamsburg-inspired garden. Gardens on the property include a boxwood parterre garden, a vegetable garden, and a boxwood allee Midway infinity pool and conservatory view

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Carr’s Hill Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Carr’s Hill was designed by McKim, Mead and White and finished in 1909. Located at the corner of Rugby Road and University Avenue, it serves as home to University of Virginia presidents and will be open from noon to 4:00 p.m.

Also on Monday, April 24, UVA’s Senior Preservation Planner Brian E. Hogg and University Architect Mary V. Hughes will speak on “Thomas Jefferson’s Rotunda: Beginning its Third Century” at 2:00 p.m. in the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library.

Morea, Carr’s Hill, Pavilion Gardens, and East Pavilion Homes IV and X UVA’s Morea Garden and Arboretum Morea’s historic Federal-period home on Sprigg Lane off Emmet Street was built in 1830 by John PatCarr’s Hill and the Pavilion gardens

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with flowering bulbs and shrubs. Hellebores, hostas, daffodils, and lily of the valley line the side driveway.

Views of the Blue Ridge properties are open only to shuttle riders, and parking is not permitted at the properties themselves. The tour will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with the last shuttle leaving Foxfield at 5:00 p.m. Food trucks will be on hand at Foxfield.

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garden with school kids to teach them where their food comes from, and providing flowers for UVA hospital patients each June, the clubs stay active— and civically engaged—year ‘round.

“It may sound schmaltzy or saccharine,” Pollock says (although it doesn’t) “but I would like to say how very proud I am to be associated with my Club, whose members have done so much for Historic Garden Week over the years— in that way benefitting our city, county, state, and even country, under the aegis of the Garden Club of Virginia, and its mission to preserve for the future its state’s lovely old homes and gardens.”

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Garden Club of Virginia hired Colonial Williamsburg landscape architects Alden Hopkins and Donald Parker to design the Colonial Revival gardens.

Work in the gardens continues to be supported by the Garden Club of Virginia. Tours of the gardens, conducted at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., start at the steps of the Rotunda facing the Lawn.

Restoration and Preservation All this activity is nothing new, as Mary Pollock can tell you. Pollock’s mother Elizabeth Weedon was a member of Albemarle Garden Club for 50 years. Pollock joined in 1991, after returning from New York City, and was quickly appointed historian. Pollock can tell you the Club was formed in 1913, that the Regional Summer Flower Show at Farmington in 1927 may have been a precursor to Historic Garden Week, and that in the same year club member Mrs. William R. Massie established a medal “to be given each year to the member or Club accomplishing the most outstanding work in the protection, restoration or preservation of the natural beauties of our Commonwealth.”

While the tours enchant the public each spring, the garden clubs do so much more. “The three tenets of the Albemarle Garden Club are conservation, horticulture and floral shows and Views from Laing House

judging,” Teague says. “We’re always working hard on conservation issues.

One of our ongoing projects Is maintenance and cataloguing of all the plants in the bog garden at Washington Park.

Each year we identify and label the plants; they go into a national database.” Funding UVA graduate students in landscape architecture, planting a

Views of the Blue Ridge tickets are $45 per person if purchased by April 20 either online at www.vagardenweek. org or through local merchants Kenny Ball Antiques, Caspari and Folly Home Furnishings via cash or check. Tickets may be purchased the day of the tour at Foxfield for $50 per person, $10 for children ages 6-12. Cash and check only, at Foxfield; please print and bring pre-purchased tickets. Tickets for Saturday’s Morven Estate tour are $15 for adults and $10 for children 6-12. (Cash & check only. No refunds if tour is canceled due to rain. The house is handicapped accessible. The gardens are not.) Tours of UVA gardens and properties are self-guided and free. n

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She’s not alone. Air conditioning soaks up about five percent of all the electricity produced in our country, approaching $30 billion annually.

Fortunately there are tactics to lower bills, some are free, and many are not expensive.

Fans Of course, you can leave cute little personal hand fans around and gently waft air currents on yourself like a preAC Southern belle. A better way to cool things is to increase the “wind chill” in your home by using ceiling fans. This may take an investment, but even at such a low setting you hardly notice a fan is on, you can raise your thermostat three to four degrees and still be comfortable.

Ceiling fans come in many styles these days, from Victorian to modern.

Actually any sort of fan that circulates air will serve, but be sure to place them away from high traffic areas, young children or pets.

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and drapes. If your budget allows, purchase insulated “honeycomb” blinds, which work year round keeping heat in during the winter and out in the summer. These are a bit expensive, but you might be able to supply one room at a time with insulating blinds until your house—especially the sunny side—is completely furnished.

A more ambitious scheme that can add considerable appeal to a home is framing windows with trellises supporting deciduous vines blocking the sun in the summer but admitting the sun in winter. Awnings to shade windows have a nostalgic charm. Newer schemes such as solar screens and films can also reduce the sun’s heat through windows. A thrifty alternative is roll-up sun blockers, such as bamboo screens, which can be deployed during the time the sun is most direct on windows.

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tem. This could greatly reduce your energy consumption. Eyeball your ductwork, particularly checking seams for dirt streaks which often indicate air leaks. Seal them with duct mastic.

There are less expensive tactics as well such a changing your unit’s air filter regularly. A clean filter can save as much at 15 percent of electric usage of your AC unit compared to a clogged filter. It’s not a good idea to reuse disposable filters because simply vacuuming a filter can compromise its efficiency. A better idea might be to buy one of the reusable filters on the market. These save money in the long run and you’ll never be caught without one.

Be sure your air registers aren’t blocked by furniture or other items.

Set your thermostat at 78 or higher.

This uses the least amount of energy while keeping humidity low. For every degree below 78, you increase your energy usage by three to four percent.

Turn the AC off if you’re leaving for an hour or more. It’s a myth that leaving the AC on low uses less energy than cooling down a space that has gained heat in your absence. Setting the ther-

mostat lower when you return doesn’t cool things any faster, either.

Shade your AC. If your unit is in the sun, provide some sort of roof, awning, or trellis to create shade. Be certain you have adequate clearance so the shading device doesn’t interfere with air flow around the unit.

Made In The Shade While shading your AC unit can help keep things cool, shading the house itself can pay bigger dividends.

Trees to shade the roof are a wonderful benefit, especially deciduous trees that block the sun in the summer, but let it warm your home during cold weather.

If you don’t have trees now, plant some that will shade your exterior as they grow. Check with a nursery or Virginia’s extension service at www. ext.vt.edu for recommendations on the type of trees to choose and how to place them where they will not interfere with water lines, driveways, or your home’s foundation.

Employ radiant barriers to block both direct rays from the sun and high summer temperatures. The least expensive barriers are window blinds

Lighting can produce considerable heat, especially with old incandescent bulbs where as little as 10 – 15 percent of the electricity actually produces light with the rest being released as heat.

Computers, washing machines and dishwashers, hair dryers, clothes dryers, and TV sets all generate heat. Reduce their usage, especially during the heat of the day. n Marilyn Pribus and her husband live in Albemarle County and have several ceiling fans in their home. When they added a screened porch, they included another ceiling fan for comfort.

For every degree below 78 you set your thermostat, you increase your energy usage by three to four percent.

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CROZET - Rural WHITE HALL, 5 private, wooded ac in Western Albemarle school district near Vineyards, Mts, Sugar Hollow. Well-built cedar-sided, hardwood floors, woodstove, covered front porch, sunny back deck, 2 car garage, 3 BR incl. master suite w/walk-in closet & elegant bath. Large bonus room upstairs. NEW ROOF w 50yr warranty! (High speed internet DSL).

GARDEN AREA, FENCED front yard, BASKETBALL COURT & play area. Wildlife abounds. 30 min to Charlottesville. MLS#559466, $349,000

1552 MERRIEFIELDS LANE

NORTH ALBEMARLE - Smith & Roberston-built on the N. Fork Rivanna River, 11.15 private ac. - a naturalist’s, kayaker’s, gardener’s dream. Open floorplan, updated, eat-in kitchen has custom cabinets & adj. sunroom! MBR has private deck w/ winter mt & river views, huge dressing room (nursery?). Lower level - BR/bath suite (great for guests or teens), a lg family room, cozy gas stove & laundry/utility room. Deck w/ pergola & screened porch. On-grade garage for easy access. RAISED BEDS & greenhouse. Path to river - 530’ river frontage! Short drive NGIC/DIA/shopping. MLS#558895, $485,000

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HOWARDSVILLE - Historical yet updated. Renovated - kitchen w/SS appl. + local materials - Buckingham Kyonite counters & slate floors, central AC/Heat, Jacuzzi tub. 3 fin. floors plus English basement, double porches overlook the river. c. 1749, used as tobacco inspection station off James River, remodeled in the 1800s as a store/saloon/ boardinghouse. Exquisite yard w mature plantings, goldfish pond, GARDEN AREAS, 2 carports & workshop. James River across road for kayaking, tubing, swimming! MLS#558783, $320,000

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WALK TO WONDERFUL AMENITIES. Beautiful Crozet home an easy stroll from pool, tennis, gym and playgrounds. Casual elegance with great room and its cathedral ceiling open to kitchen and dining. First floor master suite and three large bedrooms upstairs. Blue Ridge views from some rooms! $425,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (559246)

WELCOME to this MOVE-IN READY/ONE-OWNER brick-front home in popular Pavilions at Pantops. This FAIRMONT model is loaded with UPGRADES including 3-level rear extension (total house- 2232 fin.sq.ft.). Lightfilled, open design, gourmet kitchen, owners’ suite w/vaulted ceiling, 2 additional bedrooms & bath. $295,200. Dan Conquest 434-242-8573 dconquest70@gmail.com (559195)

WONDERFUL ONE LEVEL HOME featuring a spacious sunroom and architectural details thru-out. Open floorplan, great room with gas FP & hardwood floor in the formal entry and dining room. Bright kitchen with raised breakfast bar.

Master suite features lots of closet space, garden tub, separate shower, double vanities & private w/c. Finished in-law suite on terrace level. $424,900. Jan Shiflett, 242-6057. (557804)

TRADITIONAL ELEGANCE in this “age in place” gorgeous home. Superior details/top quality finishes throughout and a floor plan that works well for all family types. Oversized 2-car garage. Screened porch offers even more dining space and outdoor entertaining. Private back patio, large, corner lot with unbelievable gardens! $409,900. Kathryn Bentley, 434-989-6769. (559569)

COMPLETELY RENOVATED! All new hardwood floors, carpet, tile, windows, granite countertops, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, washer & dyer, toilets, vanities, showers, and all outlets/switches. Kitchen cabinets have been refinished. Fresh paint throughout. Convenient to Charlottesville and Madison. Shows and looks like new. $264,900.

Tom Linkous, 985-3250/531-3262. (559721)

GREAT LOCATION in Waynesboro on a wonderful cul-desac. This lovely home offers 4BR/3BA, 2 kitchens, walkout finished basement and bonus room for a total of 1700 sq. ft.

Main level master with wood floors, light-filled rooms and open kitchen. Spacious rear deck with mountain views and fully fenced backyard. Convenient to I-64 for easy commute. $184,900. Alex Tiscornia, 434-327-9292. (559680)

SOLIDLY BUILT AND TIMELESS brick ranch home on 2 acres with room to grow! Home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large rear deck and the exposed aggregate patio below. Basement offers lots of expansion room that has already been framed with large fireplace with wood-burning insert. $259,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187.

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LOCATION LOCATION. Enter your own very private parklike setting with 4 ac. of trees & charming gardens just minutes from town in a fabulous W. Albemarle location. The large light filled rooms in this 3BR/2.5BA home all flow for great family living.

The home has been graciously upgraded with new windows, new baths, new HVAC, new roof and much more. $745,000. Jane Porter Fogleman 981-1274. (552926)

STATELY ON 5 IVY ACRES. Impressive style and top quality in this unique home. All brick, metal roof. 10 foot ceilings. 4-5 bedrooms, two of which are first floor master suites, each with private sitting rooms. Enough pasture for animals, gardens and play. 250 year young oak tree in the front yard.

Gold fish pond in back. 15 minutes to UVA and downtown. $799,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (555743)

ON 6 ACRES NEAR FREE UNION. This new home offers quality with abundant character. Eat-in kitchen and family room are one sunny area. First floor owners’ suite with adjoining office. 3 bedrooms upstairs. Basement with wall of windows opens to backyard and is easily finished. Potentially, 5000 finished sq. ft. Open and wooded land with stream. No HOA. $675,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (558151)

THIS SPECIAL GLENWOOD STATION TOWNHOME is in easy walking distance to prime shopping, ACAC Athletic, Fresh Market. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, open kitchen, dining, great room. 1900 fin. sq. ft. Hardwood floor, gas FP and spacious 2-car garage. Community pool. Don’t miss this centrally-located, upscale urban retreat. $325,000. Alex Ix, 951-5177/962-0509. (558107)

CHESAPEAKE 2,748 finished sq. ft. on full bsment. Owners & 2 secondary bedrooms on the main level. Hardwood in foyer, kitchen/breakfast, family room & dining room. Tile in all baths. Finished lower level rec room. Spring Creek features a top ranked golf course, 24-hour gated security, clubhouse and more only 15 minutes to Cville. $434,550. Bevin Cetta Boisvert, 996-8633. (551628)

BRIDGEWATER II. TO BE BUILT, 2,313 finished sq. ft. on full basement. Owners & secondary bedrooms on the main level.

Hardwood in foyer, kitchen/breakfast and dining room. Tile in all baths. Maple cabinets and granite, 9 ft. ceilings, fireplace. Spring Creek features a top ranked golf course, 24-hour gated security, clubhouse and more only 15 minutes to Cville. $388,900. Bevin Cetta Boisvert, 996-8633. (556145)

IVY. This 3 year old, move-in condition transitional-style home features double porches, high ceilings, open floor plan, beautiful kitchen, hardwood and ceramic flooring, 4 bedrooms, a fantastic screened porch w/gas FP, shed/barn and 2 open, gently rolling acres. $524,900.

Mike Peters 951-5119/981-3995. (558108)

CIRCA 1840, an iconic town setting on Main Street.

Wrap porch, heart pine floors, three bedrooms, two baths, home office, dining and living rooms and multiple outbuildings. Impeccably maintained with modest updates and zoning allows for business use. $344,000.

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THIS COZY COTTAGE is close to everything and surprisingly spacious. Home offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, separate laundry room and living room. Heart Pine floors add warmth and cozy feel. 2 parcels totaling over 1.8 acres and a 24x40 detached heated garage make this property a great value. $195,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (556248)

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RHAPSODY RIDGE definition is solitude & tranquility where every moment feels like vacation. Nestled among hardwoods atop the foothills of the Blue Ridge. Step inside to heart pine floors, majestic stone FP, sunroom, 2BR/2BA on main level, open loft and basement apartment leading to patio. Winter mountain views. $395,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 960-5187. (558171)

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 9605187. (558432)

IMPRESSIVE HOME at “The Acres” in Lake Monticello.

Light-filled 2-story colonial w/classic features offers gleaming hardwood floor t/out main floor, private, spacious 1st FLOOR MASTER SUITE; FR w/tons of windows, custom granite gas FP, access to private screen porch; formal DR & LR; 3 nicely sized BR, full bath. 2-car garage. $358,000. Yonna & Keith Smith. 531-0817/531-0795. (557316)

HISTORIC 2 STORY BEAUTY in the heart of Madison.

Put your remodeling touches to this lovely property, backyard has mountain views, fireplaces throughout, hardwood floors, beautiful screened in porch, lots of Boxwoods, magnolia tree and mature landscaping, newly painted front porch, beautiful brick walkway. $229,000. Ted Brame, 540-748-6386.

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BEAUTIFUL CORNER LOT HOME with 2-story entry is walking distance to all amenities offered in this gated community. Home enjoys crown molding, tray ceiling, chair rail, wainscoting, kitchen with stainless appliances. Large finished guest suite on 3rd floor. Golf initiation included in purchase. Conveniently located between Cville & Richmond. $409,000. Stephanie Shellenberger, 434-989-0351. (552954)

MOVE IN PERFECT! This Branchlands Village home has been beautifully updated with marble and hardwood flooring, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and Hunter Douglas window treatments, 3BR/3BA plus formal living and dining rooms as well as a family room. 2265 finished sq ft and 706 unfinished. 2 gas FP. $345,000. Robert Ramsey, 296-7171/242-2280. (554870)

FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET. Three/four bedroom, two and a half bath home on six beautiful acres in southern Albemarle. New windows, new heat pump, beautiful refinished hardwood floors, freshly painted interior, wood stove, large deck overlooking a lovely in-ground pool. Immediate occupancy is possible. $209,000. Robert Ramsey, 2967171/242-2280. (553432)

NEW CONSTRUCTION IN MARTIN VILLAGE subdivision on 1.6-acre Corner lot. Great floor plan with master suite, 2 guest bedrooms, 2 full baths, open floor plan for living, dining & kitchen and 2-car garage. Great use of space.

Spacious living room and master suite both with vaulted ceiling. Large deck. Less than a mile from Town of Louisa. $242,000. Duke Merrick, 962-5658. (558152)

IDLE HOURS FARM. Located just 10 miles south of town, in the Carters Bridge estate area, this turnkey 15 acre horse farm has everything. Privately situated (4) BR home, (6) stall center aisle barn, with efficiency living area, an add’l (4) stall barn, an all-weather riding arena and in ground pool. Perfect boarding, training, and instruction business platform. $695,000. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (552764)

KESWICK ESTATE HOME: All brick with ~8 of 43 acres of grassland fence-able for pasture to accommodate horses, etc. Home features a slate roof, 7 full masonry fireplaces, 2-story center hall, swimming pool. Property has long road frontage offering substantial potential to divide without jeopardizing the quality of the manor home parcel. New price $899,500. www.TheChaseTeam.com 296-9860. (543692)

WESTON FARM, Vineyard, Winery and B&B offered as Turnkey Facility including: Farmhouse B&B: 4BR/3BA. Separate Residence: 1100SF, 3BR/2BA, 2-Car Garage. 2-Story Wine Tasting Room w/Covered Porches. Covered Pavilion: 1248SF. Winery: 3,030SF w/14ft Ceiling and 400 amp service. 15ac-Vineyard w/8 varietals. Barns & Outbuildings. $2,975,000. Duke Merrick, 962-5658. (550883)

HORSESHOE HILL. Country house with informal elegance throughout. Coveted Keswick location. Total renovation & new construction complete 2013. Master suite with study, gourmet kitchen, great room with cathedral ceiling, large living room opens to screen porch and brick terrace.

3-bay garage with guest apt. 4 wood burning FP. 4-stall barn. $1,795,000. Duke Merrick, 962-5658. (547810)

STUNNING CUSTOM BUILT HOME on 12+ acres convenient to Charlottesville & Richmond. Fantastic brick/ vinyl-sided home offers a spacious floor plan w/ great room, kitchen w/large pantry, maple cabinets, quartz counters, 4BR/3BA upstairs, 9’ ceiling throughout w/elegant curved stairway to 2nd floor. $430,000. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 531-0817/531-0795. (556724)

BLUESTONE COTTAGE ON 25 ACRES. The Farms at Jefferson Mill, nestled in a private setting. Open floor plan with lovely finishes. Minutes to Historic Scottsville on the James and convenient to Downtown Charlottesville. Miles of interior hiking/riding trails in a safe and secure setting. All owners will enjoy access to The Lodge at Mt. Ida Reserve. $449,000. JimBonner.com 951-5102. (547113)

LOVELY HOME WITH GENEROUS ROOMS and beautiful hardwood floors. Freshly painted and waiting for its next owner. There is a lot of light throughout. Enjoy the private setting as you wind your way up the drive. Your animals are welcome and this farm offers run in sheds, board fencing, a large equipment barn and much more. $390,000. www.

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OUR ECOSMART MAGNOLIA, to be built, features no step entry and easy living certified! Main level has 2BR/2BA, spacious great room, dining area, generous kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, 2 car garage and basement offers another bed and bath and unfinished space. Get in now to make selections for your new home. $299,900.

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GET AWAY TO YOUR OWN PRIVATE HAVEN and yet be conveniently located off Route 20 and near Charlottesville. This parcel has a lot of possibilities and already has a well in place. From Charlottesville, south on Route 20, right on Daniel Morris Lane, property on left. $52,500. www.GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (552396)

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, 540718-3065. (516261)

10+/- ACRES OF PRIVATE WOODLANDS with quick access to Route 29. Mature hardwoods and two creeks. Perked for a three bedroom septic field and no HOA fees. $95,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com Matthew Woodson, 960-5187. (558168)

WOODED BUILDING LOT with access to community water. Bring your house plans and builder to begin designing your dream home. Established community with easy commute to Charlottesville and shopping. $39,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties. com 960-5187. (558104)

ONE OF GREENE COUNTY’S newest communities offers lots from 2 to 3.25 acres. Protected by towering hardwoods, farms and views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy feeling worlds apart yet only minutes from shopping and Northern Albemarle County. Prices range from $49,000 to $69,000.

Pick yours today! MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 9605187. (554047, 48, 50)

NICE LEVEL 4 ACRE wooded building lot at the north end of the Cooke Industrial Rail Park. Culvert and entrance in place. Convenient to the town of Louisa, Mineral and Lake Anna! New survey available. $39,500. Maury Atkins 540-223-2719.

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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 951-5102. jim@ jimbonner.com (528758)

SITUATED IN SOUTHERN ALBEMARLE County and within 2 miles of the James River at Hatton Ferry you find this 21+ acre parcel that backs up to the Totier Creek Reservoir. Parcel offers an elevated private building site with open pasture, mature hardwoods, and is within 5 miles of the historic town of Scottsville. $219,000. info@stevewhiterealtor. com Steve White, 242-8355. (547443)

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 951-5102. jim@jimbonner.com (496155)

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. $59,500. www.TammiCampbell. com 985-2348/882-5403. (552815)

BEAUTIFUL 5.79 ACRES offers mature hardwoods that allow for the perfect setting for your dream home!

With soaring trees you’ll have privacy & shade for those out door evenings spent in the back yard after a day on the Hardware or James River that’s just minutes down the road. Property was perked in 2007. $60,000. Kim Johnson, 465-5138. (558335)

Building site with 360 degree views from the nearly level summit. Driveway in place. 18 of the 62 acres are pasture at the 1200’ summit – wonderful for animals and perfect for a vineyard. Adjoining 120 acres also available. Be on top of the world, yet only 30 minutes from Cville and Crozet. $1,150,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (556837)

CORNER LOT JUST WAITING FOR YOU to build your home. Located in Greene Acres just minutes away from Ruckersville and shopping. Take advantage of the beach and lake that the community offers. Drive out today. $23,000. www.KathyMarkwood.com 985-6454.

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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. $125,000. www.

GerriRussell.com 531-9581. (545874)

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

THREE BUILDING LOTS available from 7+ to 14+ acres on Logan Road in Buckingham County surrounded by similar properties. Mostly open fields with some woods to front and back of property would make great private home sites. Sunsets are lovely from this vista! From $21,900 to $44,800. June Seay, 981-9038. (550627-629)

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Circa 1860, 100 AC homestead near Trump & Blenheim Vineyards. Extraordinary home and grounds. Indoor/Outdoor fireplaces, walled gardens, workshop and chicken house.

Private compound w/ pro sound studio, pond, guest house & cabin. $749,000 MLS#547195 $995,000 MLS#550247

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HOLLY SPRINGS FARM

Look out over your own private lake from nearly every room!

Immaculate home on 31+ acres boasting privacy & tranquility. $975,000 MLS #558881

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

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CARTERS BRIDGE

Estate area executive home with custom finishes on 3.5 acres.

Nearly new 5 bedroom home in private setting. $439,000 MLS#534739

WEST FARM

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

TANBARK

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

LOCKWOOD FARM - 200 ACRES

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

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

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Immaculate Willow Glen town home in Hollymead Town Center.

Quality finishes throughout. Walk to Target, restaurants & more! $243,000. MLS#553266

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37 Grassy Overlook

67 Gray Birch Lane

One of the most amazing homes at Wintergreen. Infinite, unobstructed, panoramic views of Rockfish Valley & beyond.

Newly renovated w/custom built cabinets by Va Craftsmen, new 50 year arch. shingles, skylights, Evergrain decks w/oil rubbed bronze ballusters, Luckstone granite counters(kitchen & BA). New wide plank oak hdwd floors, high end carpet & custom Turkish mosaic tile. 4 Stone & masonry FP. $799,000.

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Like-new & at the center is a soaring great room w/floor-toceiling windows & wood burning FP w/stonework that rises to meet tongue & groove vaulted wood ceiling. Gourmet kitchen opens to great rm w/stainless appl., granite counters, maple cabinets. Master suite on main level. Spacious family & rec room w/woodstove below & above are 2 BRs. Circular drive, det. garage, ext. stonework. $549,000. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (548187)

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Beautifully decorated & upgraded Ski Chalet - short walk to the slopes & turnkey furnished! Enjoy picturesque views from master BR, living room, & expansive decking. 1st floor boasts 2 BR & 2 full BA & loft area upstairs sleeps many or doubles as playroom! $290,000. Call Tim Craig – 540-416-8498 or email tmack377@yahoo.com. (555213)

This beautiful slope side condo, located in the Mountain Inn, has been completely remodeled!

Close by to everything from dining to shopping.

Priced to sell! Instant income producer. Gold Rated Rental in Wintergreen Resort program! Offered at $149,900. Call Tim Craig – 540-416-8498 or email tmack377@yahoo.com. (555001)

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205 Crawfords Edge Panoramic year round views from throughout this Wintergreen Mountain home! L’Etoile du Nord (The Star of the North), a unique Frank Lloyd Wright inspired design, over 3600 sq ft of fin. space + multiple decks & screened porch. 6 FP, incl. BR & 2 FR. Many built ins, hot tub, pool table, steam shower, security, covered carport.

Level drive. $975,000 Call Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (559650)

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305 Crawfords Edge 4 BR, 5.5 custom BA contemporary w/panoramic views from all 3 levels + featured in Regardie’s magazine as 1 of 3 “Great Escape Homes”. Oversized lot, quiet road - enjoy peace & tranquility. 1,700 sq. ft. of decking, hot tub & uncompromising beauty of the nature preserve. Natural sunlight throughout, 3 masonry FP, solarium, chef inspired kitchen, hot & wet saunas, & more! $669,000.

Call Tim Craig 540-416-8498 (557153)

476 Three Ridges Condo

634 Pedlars Edge Drive

Minute walk to slopes, tastefully appointed, 1BR condo has everything the ski-front condo has except premium price! Enjoy private, gated Three Ridges parking; and a short walk to the amenities of the Mountain Inn Village. Updated floors & some of the cheapest condo dues at Wintergreen! $62,500. Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (553068)

Improved ski chalet exactly 850 ft. from Tyro Slope!

Renovated mountain escape in low traffic area bordering Nature Preserve. All decking power washed, stained, New Deck Railings. 3 separate living areas offer great rental potential!! Sleeps 12+ in real beds w/ample room to enjoy privacy. Hot Tub off back deck. Seasonal views of Blue Ridge Mtns. $289,500!

Call Gavin Sherwood at 434-962-0226. (556097)

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458 Stoney Creek East

5 BR, 4.5 BA home is a great investment property.

Use, enjoy, & have rental income. Gross annual rent of approx. $40,000. 3 owner suites, large screened porch, hdwd floors, stone patio & hot tub. Large covered deck. All rooms wired for TV & internet. Custom kitchen w/granite countertops. $450,000. Call Jon Tsakis for details 540-836-9211.

Jon.Tsakis@gmail.com (553398)

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293 Cedar Drive Year round views at Wintergreen. Oversized lot of 2.4 ac. 2 wood burning FPs w/heatilators. Large decks, a screened porch, a 3 car garage(hobby rm above could be 4th BR). Lots of storage, hardwood floors, extensive landscaping, paved & level circular drive. Floor to ceiling stone FP in FR. $599,000. Call Steve Marianella 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com (535481)

L O TE R CA RI TI F I C ON !

254 Timbers Condos Enjoy the beauty of Wintergreen Resort, slopes are only 50’ away! Updated condo in the heart of The Mountain Village - access to shopping, restaurants, & The Market. Ceramic tile in bath & exquisite laminate wood floors in master loft help make this a high end condo! Offered at $92,500!

Call Gavin Sherwood at 434-962-0226. (559979)

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L O TE R CA RI TI F I C ON !

67 Hickory Spring Road Furnished 4 BRs plus on level & private lot. Brand new stainless appl. & water heater. Not far from Devils Knob amenities. Large wrap around private decks, beautiful floor to ceiling stone FP. Unique master BR w/bonus loft space. Augusta Co. location (lower tax rate). $334,000.

Call Steve Marianella, 434-566-1293, smsales1@aol.com.

(553985)

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G VI R E EW A T S!

SL O CO PE ND S O! I D E

31 Deer Springs Lane Chalet-style home captures the spirit of an era of mountain home designs loved through the generations.

Vaulted great room is anchored by a real stone FP & flows seamlessly to the dining area & kitchen. New master suite add’n completed in ’07 along w/new roof & skylights. $329,000.

Contact Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (554282)

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B U CU I L ST T O HO M M E!

11 Dripping Rock Lane Custom built 5BR on private cut-de-sac w/beautiful natural stone outcroppings. Natural stone FP, 2 living areas, hardwood floors, & custom ceramic tile. Vaulted ceilings, Andersen windows, & 3 zones of heating/cooling. Large decks. Great rental potential. Built by Shenandoah Valley Constr. in ’11. $435,000. Call Jon Tsakis 540-836-9211.

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768 Laurelwood Condos

Perfect location in the Mountain Village! Walk to the slopes, The Market, shopping at Mountain Inn, & restaurants. Beautifully decorated & furnished 1 BD/1 BA condo full of natural light w/private pool access at Laurelwood. Enjoy the sunsets from the back deck. Well worth a visit! $65,000. Contact Gavin Sherwood – 434-962-0226 or gavinksherwood@gmail.com (546936)

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2118 Fairway Woods Condo Top level condo on 18th fairway of Devils Knob!

Meticulously maintained 2-story, 3 BR, 2 BA condo - 1st floor BA, & kitchen; stainless appl. & plenty of space. Short walk to the Wintergarden Pool & Spa; Devils Grill; & The Nature Fndn. Fully furnished. $114,900. Call Gavin Sherwood at 434-962-0226.

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Help a Horse Day Spring Festival With Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue April 23 from 2 - 5 p.m.

Rockfish Valley Community Center Pavilion, 190 Rockfish School Lane, Afton (off Rt. 151) Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue (HLER) will celebrate the ASPCA®’s (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) national Help A Horse Day and compete with rescue organizations across the country for a chance to win up to $25,000 in prizes to assist with their efforts to protect horses in Virginia.

Founded in 2008, Hope’s Legacy has rescued over 150 abandoned, abused, neglected and at risk equines. Hope’s Legacy’s Spring Festival will be held on April 23, 2017 from 2-5 p.m. at the Rockfish Valley Community Center Pavilion and celebrates the organization’s horses and supporters with a rescue horse demo, a meet and greet with the

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TICKET INFORMATION: General Admission is $25; Senior/ Student tickets are $20; Wednesday performances are Pay-What-You-Can. Tickets can be purchased online at www.livearts.org or by calling the Live Arts Box Office at 434-977-4177, ext.

123. Friends of Live Arts get a 10% discount.

ABOUT LIVE ARTS: Live Arts is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization located at 123 East Water Street in Downtown Charlottesville. Founded in 1990, Live Arts has been forging volunteer-driven community theater for over 25 years. Live Arts is supported in part by a grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts, and by the financial support of hundreds of theater lovers in our community. Thank you.

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PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: THE REALISTIC JONESES will open on April 21 and run through May 13, 2017, with performances on: • April 21,22, 26, 28, 29 and May 3,5,6,10,12 and 13 at 8 p.m.

• April 27 and May 4 and 11 at 7:30 p.m.

• April 30 and May 7 at 2 p.m.

Hope’s Legacy mascot, Donkey, music from Second Draw, the Cote-Rotie and Mobilee Delicious food trucks, face painting, stick horse races, horse shoe painting, vendors, a raffle and more!

Help a Horse Day is an ASPCA® event giving local horse rescues the opportunity to compete for prize money and build community awareness of the lifesaving work they do year round.

The funds raised and potential prize money will directly benefit the horses and donkeys in Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue’s care. None of the funds raised at Hope’s Legacy’s Spring Festival go to the ASPCA® or other organizations.

“This will be our first year competing in the Help a Horse event. The more people who attend our Spring Festival and the greater the number of new volunteers and funds we raise, the better the chance we have of winning one of the prizes from the ASPCA®.

Those funds will allow us to help even more horses this year,” said Maya Proulx, Executive Director of Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue.

When you attend a Hope’s Legacy event, donate, or volunteer, you help horses like Gentleman.

Gentleman was found on a farm in Orange County, Virginia with 101 other starving and neglected horses.

There were multiple dead horses on the property and many of the remaining horses were too far gone to survive.

Through the hard work of every volunteer, donor and sponsor of Hope’s Legacy, Gentleman survived and has become a favorite of everyone who meets him. Gentleman is proof of the good work that Hope’s Legacy does. He likely would not have survived without Hope’s Legacy’s intervention.

For more information about Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue and their Help a Horse Day Spring Festival, please visit www.hopeslegacy.com or www.facebook. com/hopeslegacy or call (434) 531-5688.

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New to Market

Fantastic Investment Property City of Charlottesville $1,350,000 – MLS #559775 4994 SF brick corner building Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693

Beautiful Home to be Built Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $864,270 – MLS #559452 Flexible plan, waterfront homesite Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

Wonderful Investment Property City of Charlottesville $945,000 – MLS #559777 2500 SF brick bldg, private garage Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693

Mountain Views on 3+ Acres Arbor Park, Albemarle Co. $530,000 – MLS #559648 Remodeled kitchen & master BA Darlene Rapier, 434-249-6604 Virginia Morris, 434-960-0011

Under Contract

Large 4 BR, 3 BA Home

Charming Crozet Cottage

Country Living on 8 Acres

Brick Rancher/Full Bsmt.

Spring Creek, Louisa Co. $459,000 – MLS #559888 Room for expansion in unfin bsmt Connie Fairchild, 434-466-8660

Cameron, Orange Co. $330,000 – MLS #559999 Gorgeous mtn view, guest cottage Tom Woolfolk, 434-242-1991

Parkside Village, Albemarle Co. $395,000 – MLS #559861 Private lot, terrace level w/kitchenette Bob/Tricia Traugott, 434-882-0824

Farmville, Prince Edward Co. $309,999 – MLS #559606 Over-sized attached garage, 3 BR/3 BA Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

Impressive Brick Colonial

North Garden, Albemarle Co. $359,900 – MLS #559997 Quality built, well maintained, full bsmt Tee Tucker, 434-242-1970 David Griffin, 434-409-6370

Tri-Level Home

One Level Living-End Unit

Berkeley, Albemarle Co. $274,900 – MLS #559914 Lots of options w/bsmt suite Cynthia Avery, 434-531-4279

Under Contract

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Brick Rancher on 2 Acres

Reedy Creek, Louisa Co. $369,900 – MLS #559915 4 BR, 3.5 BA on 3.12 ac w/bsmt Cynthia Avery, 434-531-4279

Forest Lakes, Albemarle Co. $265,000 – MLS #559870 Wall of windows, one-car garage Darlene Rapier, 434-249-6604

Mortgage Partners Ben Aliff 434-996-0016 NMLS #202242

Stately All-Brick 4 BR Home Orange, Orange Co. $260,000 – MLS #559990 Tree-lined street, 1st floor master BR Tom Woolfolk, 434-242-1991

End Unit Townhome

Branchlands, Albemarle Co. $210,000 – MLS #559818 2 spacious BR w/separate baths Virginia Morris, 434-960-0011 Darlene Rapier, 434-249-6604

Quaint Home – 1.47 Acres Schuyler, Albemarle Co. $149,000 – MLS #559998 Large, mature lawn, great views Jeff Taylor, 434-465-6758

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$299,900

Bev Nash • • • • • •

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Set on 3+ acres on the Orange/Greene line Over 2,200 total sq ft of living space 4 bedrooms total, and 3 baths Extensive oak floors, country kitchen 672 sf garage/shop plus a finished den above Pasture for a pony surrounded by mature timber

WEST RIVER MEADOWS, Fluvanna County

Dan Corbin • • • • • •

$249,900

$196,000

434-531-6155

The Keene II - One Level Living - from $199,900 1456 sq.ft, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Granite, SS Appliances Lot with Pond View. No HOA, No Water Bills Close to Schools, Dining, Shopping, James River Great Neighborhood - 22 mi to Charlottesville Meade Construction Quality, Available August 2017

$303,000

Ruth Guss • • • • • •

434-960-0414

3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1,440 Fin Sq. Ft. Recently updated, move in condition 2 car divided garage with workspace & storage Stainless appliances, Granite counter tops, ceramic tile Beautiful hardwood floors, new sliding glass door Tall crawlspace, double deck, Trane HVAC, hybrid hot water heater

Roger Voisinet

434-981-1076

• Beautifully renovated in RIO SQUARE • 3 ensuite BR + half bath • Kitchen with center island • Good parking and excellent location • Close to 29 shopping & short ride downtown

$194,900

$245,000

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434-981-8730

• Whole house and deck freshly painted • 6 miles to Zion’s Crossroads • ONE LEVEL Living, 4BR 3 Full BA • Huge Master Suite Addition • Sun Filled back deck & Huge Covered Porch • Private setting on 3 Acres • Watch the Video: www.buyandsellcville.com/video/5105

At the End of the Road and Beyond

Pat Burns • • • • • • •

434-465-4444

Open Floor Plan Great Master Suite Huge rear porch, Oversized garage New appliances, laminate flooring New siding and a new roof Rent to own Owner Financing Possible

$350,000

Rachel Burns-Reynolds • • • • •

434-760-4778

Appleberry Farm: 17 miles from Charlottesville.

77 ac parcel, rich with history Cold-water creek, Briar Fork, runs through property 22’ deep, spring fed pond w/pier, diving board & small island 5,000 sqft modern home on 7.87 acres may be avail w/77 ac

434.985.0021 21708 James Madison Hwy Troy Va 22974 ZION CROSSROADS

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• Perkins Hollow Lane - Faber Area - Nelson County

• Private Mountain Land with Great Hunting / ATV Trails • Year Round Stream, Mountain Views, Hard Wood Trees • 107 Acres - Close to Charlottesville, Nellysford, Lovingston • Beautiful Area for Camping, Hunting, Relaxing - $250,000

Candice van der Linde

434-981-8730

• Flattop Mountain Road in Free Union • Pristine Mountain Retreat on 3+ acres • 3 BR 3 Full BA, Full Fin. Basement • Hardwood Floors throughout; Main level master suite • Breathtaking Views • www.buyandsellcville.com/video/4906

434.974.1500 355 West Rio Rd, #102 Charlottesville Va 22901 CHARLOTTESVILLE

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HOME SALES STATS ENDING THE WEEK OF MARCH 31, 2017

There were 90 sales in the 10 county and city areas n n n n n n n n n n

28 were in Albemarle with an average price of $410,997 5 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $196,480 12 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $204,867 4 were in Greene with an average price of $184,750 13 were in Louisa with an average price of $191,321 6 were in Madison with an average price of $183,167 8 were in Nelson with an average price of $234,500 4 were in Orange with an average price of $317,784 6 were in Staunton with an average price of $176,383 4 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $164,975

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1080 AUTUMN HILL COURT WESTERN RIDGE

123 OAKLAND PLACE LOUISA

1310 CHESAPEAKE ST WOOLEN MILLS

1934B BLUE RIDGE TPK SOMERSET

548 STAGE JUNCTION RD COLUMBIA

108 S WASHINGTON ST STAUNTON

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

CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE

GREENE COUNTY

CITY OF STAUNTON

LOUISA COUNTY

CITY OF WAYNESBORO

MADISON COUNTY

ALBEMARLE COUNTY

NELSON COUNTY

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

FLUVANNA COUNTY

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

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

ORANGE COUNTY

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

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Nelson County 687 Adial Road What is on your wish list? Water, views, acreage, proximity to Charlottesville? Look no further!

Own 51 scenic acres with around 2,000 feet of Rockfish River frontage, phenomenal mountain views, plenty of open pasture for horses/livestock, and a classic farmhouse with barns. Multiple division rights and river and mountain view building sites. 30 minutes to Charlottesville and 5 minutes to Nellysford shops and Wintergreen Resort activities. A-1 zoning offers opportuntities such as farm, winery, brewery, etc.

Price reduced! $499,900 353 Dogwood Lane This immaculate 4 BR, 3 BA home on 3.38 acres is located in the heart of Nellysford and has gorgeous mountain views.

Exceptional quality and finishes throughout. One-level living with a great room featuring a stone fireplace and vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen with custom cherry cabinets and granite counters, master suite with deck access and an attached 2-car garage. The lower level has a family room with gas fireplace, bedroom, home office, bonus room and storage space. Porches and decks allow you to enjoy the outside areas. Lovely landscaping and gardens. Minutes to Wintergreen, breweries, cideries and all the charms of the Nellysford community. $445,000

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2155 DOGWOOD LANE $7,375,000 Sited on one of Farmington’s largest, most arresting parcels, ‘Treetops’ is a classic, center hall Georgian constructed in 2001 to uncompromising standards. The distinguished 6 bed, 8 bath residence enjoys panoramic Blue Ridge views & 13 acres of privacy. Remarkable features incl’ triple-hung windows, 4 wood burning fireplaces & remarkable millwork at every turn by Gaston & Wyatt. Light-flooded floor plan ideally balances formal & casual living spaces. Charming, immaculate guest cottage. Timeless & pristine in Farmington. MLS# 560048

CHARMING HUNT COUNTRY HORSE FARM

672 SIMMONS GAP ROAD • $649,000 Charming Horse Farm within Farmington Hunt Territory, with about 24 acres, 8-stall Barn & 3 Paddocks. 4 bedroom cottage offers stainless steel appliances, granite counters & sink, & open floor plan. Sunroom overlooks 3 pastures & serene pastural views.

Mins to airport. Bunny French (434) 996-1029. MLS# 559776

UNDER 6 MINUTES TO WESTERN SCHOOLS

BRIGHT BELVEDERE HOME

CUSTOM HOME ON THE RIVER IN GLENMORE

9 HANDLEY WAY • $399,000 Lot 9 is just under 8 acres & might be the most ‘build-ready’ parcel in the community of Handley. Dead level, expansive, open portion overlooks jaw-dropping mountain views & backs to almost 100 acres under conservation easement. Exceptional privacy. Bring your builder. VDOT roads. MLS# 555980

833 COLE STREET • $385,000 Sweet Belvedere home with detached 2-car garage & charming front & rear covered entry porches. Gorgeous study w/ builtins & two-sided fireplace that also opens to the family room.

Honey-hued wood flooring throughout & open flow. Master suite with private deck. Erin Garcia (434) 981-7245. MLS# 558598

3076 HYDE PARK PLACE • $1,399,000 Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home has great mountain & Rivanna River winter views, with access to riding trails & walk/ run trails. All brick construction, 1st floor master, elevator, 4-car garage, 5 fireplaces. Finished walk-out basement could easily be set up as an in-law suite. Sally Neill (434) 531-9941. MLS# 558892

STEPS TO MERIWETHER LEWIS

BEAUTIFUL SETTING IN RIVANWOOD

MOMENTS TO MERIWETHER LEWIS

1947 OLD BALLARD FARM LANE • $1,095,000 Premier lot in “Old Ballard Farm.” Unique home offers fine architectural details, plus tasteful interior finishes Top-notch recent improvements. Open layout, yet everyone has their own private spaces. Home Office w/ full Bath & Gym featuring Blue Ridge Mountain views. Tommy Brannock (434) 981-1486. MLS# 557002

275 RIVANWOOD DRIVE • $569,000 Less than 5 mins to town & mins to all area amenites incl’ Barracks Road, Stonefield, JPJ & UVA. The home sits on over 2 meticulous acres with flowering shrubs & trees, garden spaces & open areas.

Great room, sunroom, master suite, plus a private addition. Many recent upgrades. Lindsay Milby (434) 962-9148. MLS# 560020

2 ACRES IN IVY • $279,000 Just moments from Meriwether Lewis & fronting a quiet side street, this elevated, open, very gently rolling building lot offers Blue Ridge views & the potential for a level rear lawn. Under 10 mins to town, in highly desirable area where property values range from $700,000 to the multi-millions. Bring your own builder! MLS# 538121

MOUNTAIN VIEWS AT THE ROCKS IN IVY

565 ROCKS FARM DRIVE • $1,295,000

Wake up to the Blue Ridge Mountains! Beautifully sited on almost 5 acres & protected by Bear Den Mountain, this classically updated 5 bedroom, 4½ bath residence offers breathtaking views and country living. Mins to UVA & Downtown. 1st floor master, home office & 3-car garage. Kathy Hall (434) 987-6917. MLS# 559609

2396 PENDOWER LANE $710,000 Amazing value in Glenmore, this cul-de-sac gem offers 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, formal living & dining rooms, large family room with built-ins & gas fireplace, 2 staircases, & an enormous walk-out basement, complete with rec room, media room & a full bath.

Gourmet kitchen boasts granite counters, gas range, 2 ovens, walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry & sunny morning room with cathedral ceilings. Antique oak floors & extensive crown molding. Completely fenced backyard.

Harmony Thurston (434) 996-0006. MLS# 559666

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