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MILTON HILLS DRIVE

Sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the James River. Set on an open knoll, this home is sited on the footprint of a plantation and is completely private. Bright and open spaces greet you as you enter the home. Lovely gourmet kitchen features a Viking gas range, honed granite counter tops and cherry cabinets. The barn style garage has a finished office and workshop with all utilities including 4G LTE. Near The James River State Park that has great amenities such as; riding trails, rafting and canoeing. $595,000

Contemporary country home privately set on 3.3 acres at the end of a quiet cul-.de-sac. Soaring ceiling in the great room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace. Large, gourmet kitchen features Viking and Sub Zero appliances. One Floor living plus a large 2 room loft. Extensive outdoor living spaces; covered front porch, rear screened porch, private deck. Lovely wooded lot. Privacy without seclusion. $549,900

LYONS COURT LANE

RIDGETOP DRIVE

Two story, stately brick home in North Downtown. In immaculate condition. Set on a quiet street and an easy walk to downtown.

Features include; hardwood floors, recently updated kitchen, sun room and full unfinished basement. Gracious living room with masonry fireplace and built-in bookcases. Terrific backyard with small detached garage/ storage shed. $699,900

Excellent condition! This home is set on a quiet street. 5 bedrooms with 4 1/2 baths and a 2 car garage. Bright, open kitchen design. Large bay window in dining room. Masters on first floor and second floor. Vaulted ceilings in the great room. Lovely sun room. Full basement that is partially finished. $549,900

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HOMES THIS YOUNG offering superb energy efficiency & excellent location at Wintergreen Resort do not come to the market often! Located only a 5-minute walk to the Tyro slope. Two stone fireplaces, hardwood & slate flooring, vaulted pine ceilings, custom kitchen w/ granite counters, countless windows & skylights giving so much natural light. $425,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434962-0226. (583496) Hosting Agent: Gavin Sherwood Directions: From the entrance to Wintergreen Resort, follow Wintergreen Drive past The Market. Turn right on Blackrock Drive. Turn left on Pedlars Edge Drive. Turn left on Pedlars End. House is on the right.

QUICK CLOSE POSSIBLE to enjoy the popular 4 bedroom BYRD model with open floor plan, all appliances, spacious master with his/her closets, convenient laundry room, oversized 2 car garage, rear deck overlooking a wooden tree line. No HOA fees! $249,900.

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Directions: Take 64E to Exit 129, Right on Black Cat Rd. Cross Rt. 250 and Black Cat turns into Union Mills.

At the four way stop turn R on S. Boston. Take S. Boston to R on Lake Monticello Rd, R into Needham Village, R on Carriage Hill. Go straight to home.

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erched on 100 acres on top of Fork Mountain in Montebello, this private, custom-built post-andbeam home is a perfect getaway!

Beautifully sited and landscaped with stunning views. The 4 BR, 4.5 BA main house looks out over two stocked ponds as well as orchards and lovely flower gardens. There is a massive stone fireplace in the great room, a gourmet kitchen, loft/office area, sunroom, patio and large deck for enjoying the Blue Ridge views. The 2 BR guest cottage below has a large screened porch and deck looking over the ponds. Hiking trails abound. If that’s not enough, there is also a gorgeous 82.45-acre parcel that could be available, which adjoins this property and goes down to the North Fork River.

Perfect for fishing, swimming or just relaxing.

Minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, Crabtree Falls and the Appalachian Trail. $1,195,000

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IVY RIDGE ROAD

Completely remodeled in a peaceful park like setting.

3 BR, 2.5 BA, 2,137 sqft; 3.41 acres Renovations include: new dual pane insulated vinyl clad windows throughout, expanded deck, HVAC unit, floor coverings throughout(incl hardwood floors, tile & carpet), & new vanities & fixtures in baths.

Also, kitchen renovation incl. new cabinets, granite counters & appliances. 3-car detached garage/shop.

Move-in condition! MLS#582247, $392,500 Sylvia Guengerich SylviaGuengerich@RealEstateIII.com

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LACKEY LANE

Custom designed and built using the slope of the hillside to capture the mountain view. Dramatic open floor plan on the main living area.

Light-filled, comfortable living areas. Well built, well thought out home. Interior and exterior man made waterfalls. Boxwoods, trees and shrubs make the property delightful. Large workshop, studio and storage room on walk-in terrace level. $349,900

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Earlysville

A gracious estate like property beautifully set on a sweeping lawn. Great rear brick terrace overlooks a koi pond.The vaulted ceiling in the first floor master suite is amazing. The kitchen opens to the breakfast room. The family room opens to a lovely sun room. A circular, paved drive accesses both the attached and detached garages that feature an unfinished room and car lift. $699,900

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St. Anne’s-Belfield School Fourth Grade Bridging the Americas with the Smithsonian Institute Throughout the 2018 – 2019 school year, St. Anne’s-Belfield School fourth grade students will participate in the Smithsonian Institute’s Bridging the Americas/Unidos por las Aves program and have been paired with a school in Colombia. Grades K – 4 Spanish teacher Erica Roth and Grades K – 4 science teacher Kayla Carter are facilitating the exchange.

The Smithsonian’s program is open to Grades 2 – 4 classes in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. and pairs each class with contemporaries in Latin America. Together the paired classes learn and exchange information about the migratory birds that travel to Latin America in the winter and return to the United States of America each spring. Students also learn about the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the people who live in the region to which the birds travel. In order to share information, the students send each other letters, artwork, photos, and even communicate via video call if available.

“This program has provided a truly interdisciplinary experience for our fourth graders,” said Roth. “The Span-

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ish and science curricula have connected with the identity work being done in the homerooms, and students are working in art class with Mr. Russell to create drawings of their migratory birds. The connections being made across subject areas have been incredibly meaningful for both teachers and students. The unit has served as a vehicle to move the Spanish curriculum outside the classroom walls.”

Grade 4 students have already drafted letters to send to their partner classes, and would like to know more about the Colombian students’ lives at school, at home, and hopes for the future. School students also included information on their study of migratory birds in science class in the packet being sent to Colombia.

“We have been learning a lot about the problems that the birds face, and we worry about their safety,” the students in Mrs. Miller’s class wrote. “We have created a plan to help the birds here, and are creating bird houses and planting spice bushes. We are excited to paint the bird houses and hang them around our school! It is starting to get cold here and we have noticed the birds are beginning their journey to you.

What kind of things are you doing to help the birds while they are with you?”

Students also included “Yo soy” pictures in their package, which introduce each of them to their new partners.

The classes will receive answers to their questions and more information from Colombia in the spring.

St. Anne’s-Belfield School is a co-educational preschool through grade 12 day school of nearly 900 students and more than 150 faculty and staff, with a boarding program in grades nine through twelve. Fifteen countries are represented in the student body, with 40 percent of students receiving financial aid. More information may be found at www.stab.org. n

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1200 Breezemont Dr | Charlottesville

Fall in love! 14 Acres of rural bliss just a short drive to the Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall, world class medical center, the University of Virginia, public and private schools, shopping & employment centers. Delight in the spaciousness and natural light in this beautifully understated classic home with stunning views of pastures, Southwest and Blue Ridge Mtns. The terrace level apartment offers privacy for visitors. $975,000 montaguemiller.com/MLS=576357 Alice Nye Fitch | 434.981.4562

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2313 Price Ave Charlottesville

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Amazing value in Murray school district of western Albemarle. 2,793 sq ft with open plan, 4 decks, private courtyard, 2 garages.

Home in move-in condition. Located in tasteful community 12 min to Cville.

Excellent investment opportunity close to Fry’s Spring and all things UVA. 2 units, gross monthly rent of $2,550.

Stable rent history, leased through May 2020. Rent will increase June 2019.

This lovingly maintained home offers a remarkable combination of location and living space, both inside and out. The flowing floorplan boasts 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, 2 fireplaces, finished basement & 2 car garage.

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3328 Martin Kings Rd Charlottesville

239 Heights Hill Rd Barboursville

1665 Cool Spring Rd Charlottesville

Private location, short commute to Charlottesville. This 2 story home with 3 BRs and 3 BAs, sits on 5 acres and has 2 large out buildings. Inside has a wonderful flow between kitchen, dinning room and den.

Priced to Sell, your dreams have come true!!

NO HOA, Water or Sewer Bill! Convenient to Route 29 and Ruckersville Walmart, and within 20 mins of Charlottesville. Solidly built 1-level ranch style home with a spacious kitchen.

3 BR End-Unit w/spacious full basement.

Attractively priced w/abundant natural light and wooded views! The vaulted ceilings and wood burning fireplace will set the tone for cozy evenings.

Wonderful 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath attached home in the Highlands neighborhood in Crozet. Granite counters added in this SPACIOUS WELL-LIT KITCHEN with breakfast area by current owner.

Minutes to shopping, Rt 29 and all of Albemarle and Charlottesville. 3 BR, 2 BA, large kitchen, hardwood floors, new roof and heat pump, full walk out basement, beautiful yard with mature plantings & large driveway for parking.

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2.5 private acres in Keswick Estates. Private with lovely views of the golf course and distant mountains. Architecturally designed, 7,000+ square foot residence with 5 bedrooms. www.keswickestate.net MLS#451592 $1,650,000 Charlotte Dammann 434.981.1250

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EDNAM

Designed by Dick Shank of Shank & Gray Architects. First floor master bedroom with bath. Second level contains 4 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths in sought-after close to town location. MLS#581994 $1,100,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

HESSIAN ROAD

PRICED 40K BELOW TAX ASSESSMENT! 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, Cape well maintained, hardwood floors throughout first level, main level master, walk to Boar’s Head. MLS#583351 $619,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

Built by renowned architect Milton Grigg as his personal residence, the owner has recently completed a stunning state of the art restoration and elargement. A private oasis in a coveted City neighborhood. MLS#577617 $2,595,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250 CAAR REAL ESTATE WEEKLY WWW.CAAR.COM

Stately c. 1808 manor home built on a lovely knoll surrounded by stately mature trees and 423+ acres of rolling Virginia countryside. The 8,500± sf brick main residence has a beautifully detailed living room with fireplace, dining room with fireplace, expansive country kitchen, 5 bedrooms with 5 full baths and 2 half baths.

The property also contains a circa 1776 cottage, a schoolhouse, and a barn. MLS#582621 $3,250,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

RAPIDAN FARM

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

LAFAYETTE

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

BARNAHILL FARM

39 acre estate property. Immaculate, architect designed main residence built in 1996, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, bright & spacious interior. Convenient to Hollymead shopping center and the airport. Smaller acreage available. $1,350,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

MOUNTAINTOP HOME

Solid-brick, Tommy Craven designed home on 15+ acres, just 10 minutes from UVA! Easy one-level living, spacious floor plan with great flow, soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, custom built-in cabinetry, 3 wood-burning fireplaces, and quality finishes throughout. Finished terrace level with kitchen and separate entrance. Slate roof, 3-car garage, and loads of storage space in the walkup attic. MLS#576455 $1,185,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

WALNUT HILLS

Historical, Georgian Revival mansion, built c.1882 by Virginia Gov. James Kemper. 6,000 sq. ft. manor home w/ 373 splendid acres. Long frontage on Rapidan River.

Special & private setting in Orange Co. MLS#574009 $4,500,000 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

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THOMSON ROAD

WALK TO UVA- Completely restored circa 1928, 4 bedroom, stucco home, one block to UVA Grounds.

Charm, character, new kitchen, baths and 4 porches, includes 1 bedroom terrace apartment. MLS#566332 $1,195,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

OLD TRAIL

Desirable 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in soughtafter community, 12 miles west of Charlottesville.

Features, stainless and granite kitchen, spacious living room with fireplace and dining area. MLS#583219 $255,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

SPRING CREEK

GOLF COMMUNITY-Like-new 4 bedroom home features great quality throughout, energy efficient with Trane HVAC, open floor plan, full basement, 2-car garage. MLS#583353 $409,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

SCOTTSVILLE

42.26 park-like acres approx. 1.5 mi. from historic Downtown Scottsville! Includes one division right.

Soil study complete. Currently in land use. Mountain views! Only 20 mi. from C’ville. MLS#530854 $337,000 Will Faulconer 434.987.9455

ARCOURT

French-inspired stone residence tucked away on over 20 completely fenced acres displays a beautifully-designed interior and rugged, yet elegant, exterior. Bucolic, private setting with 3-stall stable and spacious carriage home. $2,490,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

WOODLANDS ROAD

5-acre, gently rolling lot 10 minutes to UVA and Barracks Road in the Meriwether Lewis school district, Southwest Mtn. views and privacy. MLS#583226 $249,500 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

CARTERS MOUNTAIN RETREAT

90 acres, two 3 BR log cottages, excellent rental income, great views, privacy adjoins Trump Winery. Beautiful wooded homesites for estate home, borders Murphy’s Creek, 12 miles from Charlottesville. MLS#576434 $1,175,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

BLANDEMAR FARM ESTATES

Stunning Blue Ridge views, lake frontage, pasture and woodland are available on this outstanding 21 acre building lot 15 minutes from Charlottesville and UVA. MLS#583236 $595,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

NARAMATA

Splendid private sanctuary in Madison County on 36 acres, magnificent landscaped grounds private rural setting. Residence has large comfortable rooms,floor to ceiling French doors, three covered porches.

MLS#581174 $699,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

OLD TRAIL

WILMINGTON ROAD

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

Spacious 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in soughtafter Old Trail community, 12 miles west of Charlottesville. Inviting living spaces indoors and out with fencedin rear patio. First level includes hardwood flooring, upgraded stainless and granite kitchen, high ceilings, spacious living room with fireplace, dining area, and a half bath. MLS#583217 $272,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1893

EXCEPTIONAL LARGE ACREAGE

Two private estate parcels in coveted Ragged Mountain Farm. Excellent building sites, beautiful Blue Ridge views in the Western Albemarle school districts.

84.79 acres: MLS#563174/MLS#563171 $1,495,000 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

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Community Activities The conveniently located shops and services attract homeowners committed to the community and its long term interests.

they’re ready for them. Retirees likewise can downsize within the same community without having to pull up stakes and start over again.

This variety and flexibility helped Kessler sell 154 homes in what is now called Forest Lakes North in the first 15 months after he opened the development.

In 1993 he began work on Forest Lakes South. Coming up on its 30th anniversary next year, Forest Lakes is home to some 5,000 people in 1,455 houses, making it one of the largest neighborhoods in Charlottesville and Albemarle County. The neighborhood attracts people of all ages, not only for its handsome homes and streetscapes, but for its variety of community activities, and the abundance of stores, schools and recreational areas just a short walk or drive away.

Convenience Located just off Route 29 North, Forest Lakes is a five minute drive from the Charlottesville/Albemarle Airport

“I remember when Forest Lakes was first built,” says Nest Realty agent and Forest Lakes resident Lori Runkle Meistrell, who has owned three properties there.

“So many people have lived here for so long and been part of the community because it has so much to offer. The homes have done a nice job of holding their value, in part because the community itself is so well-managed, and the amenities are properly budgeted for and maintained.”

Those amenities start with natural beauty. There is no doubt that Forest Lakes is one of the prettiest developments in the county. Many residents own wooded lots. Some enjoy water views on quiet cul-de-sacs. Five lakes— Lake Hollymead, Arbor Lake, Edgewater Lake, Watercrest Lake, and Heather Glen Lake—enliven the landscape.

“Originally the developer put in asphalt trails to connect the neighborhood to the community amenities,” Meistrell says. “But not only are there paved paths, there is an amazing trail

FOREST LAKES NEIGHBORHOOD Coming soon. Updated home on a culdesac lot.

Bright spacious updated kitchen with granite counter tops. Formal dining room & living room with French doors.

Family room with FP. 3 large bedrooms, each with ensuite bathroom.

Convenient to schools, shopping & NGIC. $379,900.

1127 SOMER CHASE COURT SomerChase/Hollymead Neighborhood

Well maintained end unit townhome convenient to shopping, schools, NGIC & Charlottesville. Bright open spacious floor plan. Eat-in kitchen, dining room and large famly room. Hardwood in foyer and kitchen area. 3 spacious BR incl master suite with huge walk-in closet.

Home backs to woods for privacy. MLS#583312, $275,000

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“But not only are there paved paths, there is an amazing trail system. There are natural, unpaved trails throughout the neighborhood for mountain biking, trail running, etc. These amenities make it a great place for people that have different interests running, biking, swimming, soccer.

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(CHO), and from Hollymead Town Center, with its over 30 shops including Giant, Bubbles Salon and Spa, Hair Cuttery, Kirkland’s, Mattress Warehouse, and the Chevy Chase and Wells Fargo banks.

Among Hollymead’s restaurants are Bonefish Grill, Sakura Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar, Sweet Frog, Vinny’s Italian Grill, and Quiznos.

For more shopping, exercise, and healthcare, Fashion Square Mall is about ten minutes away, and the Shops at Stonefield, Barracks Road Shopping Center, and the UVA Business Park, are just a few minutes further.

A Martha Jefferson Hospital outpatient facility is close by. So is the NGIC (National Ground Intelligence Center), a major local employer.

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93 WOODSIDE DR 2601 KENDALWOOD LANE Motivated Seller! Well maintained, hardwood• $475,000 floors, cathedral ceiling, open kitchen/dining area

large LR. Huge master w/ trey ceiling, 2 closets 9’ ceilings, beautiful+& private hardwood floors on 1st/2nd floors, BA. Maint. free trex board deck, custom 12'x 16' Shed w. elect. Level yard, nicely bright sunken livingbuilt room, spacious family room w/gas landscaped & backs up to quiet wooded area.

FP. Open dining room GAARw/beautiful MLS#67900 • $167,900 Waterford chandelier.

Large kitchen w/spacious cherry stained cabinets, Cori1336 ROSSER AVE an counters, 2 double-door pantries.

Fabulous sunroom.

All Brick, 1 level in park like setting. Close 2nd floor boasts large master BRcommute suite w/cathedral ceilto shopping, schools & short to Charlottesville, Staunton, & Harrisonburg. Great ing, skylight, walk-in closet, floor plan, arched doors luxurious between LR & DR, 2 FP,master bath. 3 beautiful hardwood floors, large kitchen w/ center add’l BR’s, 1 oversized w/cathedral ceiling & opening island. Screened porch & mature landscaping. skylights. Full bath,GAAR laundry MLS#68098 •room. $158,000 Well-designed lower level, ceramic tile, walk-out, cozy library w/gas FP, built-in 41 EMERALD HILL DR bookshelves. Oversized deck.

MLS#576048 Fishersville - 6 BR, 4 BA. Gourmet kit.: granite counters, stainless appl., hdwd floors. Formal dining w. wainscoting, chair rail & crown molding. Open floor plan, gas FP w/ marble hearth. Gleaming oak hardwood & custom trim throughout. 1st & 2nd floor master BR w/BA. Elevated pastoral view.

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When Frank Kessler and the Kessler Group began construction on what was to be the largest planned unit development in Albemarle County in 1989, their goal was to create the “ultimate living community that would allow families to raise their children in a close-knit environment where residents enjoyed well-planned amenities.”

Almost three decades on, you could say they succeeded. And how.

Just ask Tara Savage with Keller-Williams Realty, who’s been selling homes in town for 22 years and living in Forest Lakes for 11. “I can’t think of any other neighborhood that has all the amenities Forest Lakes has,” Savage says. “My house was built in 1994 and I have lots of neighbors who are the original owners of their homes and who raised their kids there.”

It’s no wonder. Singles and young families can find townhomes in 2018 well under $200,000, put down roots, and know there will be larger homes available a street or two away when

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system. There are natural, unpaved trails throughout the neighborhood for mountain biking, trail running, etc.

These amenities make it a great place for people that have different interests running, biking, swimming, soccer.”

Savage too loves the paved and well-maintained trails running behind Forest Lakes houses and through the woods. “They blend in with the community,” Savage says.

“There is no through traffic, so my son can ride his bike around the pool and through the neighborhood. There is retail at the front [near Route 29], so he can ride his bike to McDonalds, and my 15-year-old daughter walks to the Dairy Queen. That’s something they love about living here. You have a real good sense of safety, and of neighborhood camaraderie. It’s unlike any other place in town.”

“The other thing that’s awesome is that my 10-year-old son loves to fish, and he can just walk to one of the lakes and go fishing. There is bass and sunfish and they do stock Hollymead Lake.” One of her son’s friends just caught a huge carp on Hollymead Lake—it was 22 inches long.

Homeowners in Forest Lakes run out of time before they run out of options like these for outdoor recreation.

When the weekend beckons in warm weather, so do two large swimming pools (one with a 90-foot water slide), four basketball courts, twelve tennis courts, two soccer fields, baseball fields, a sand volleyball court, and a fitness center. Children ages 5 to 18 can join the Forest Lakes Hurricanes Summer Swim Team, which helps them improve their swim strokes, and fosters a love of competitive swimming.

Road and mountain bike enthusiasts are attracted by the miles of paved and unpaved paths and the light-

ly-trafficked streets. Bike and racing clubs including Charlottesville Bike Club, Charlottesville Racing Club and Charlottesville Area Mountain Bike Club offer group rides in spring, summer, and fall.

Biking tours like the Tour de Greene, Tour de Madison, Boys and Girls Club Challenge, and the MS 150 Tour de Vine pass through as well. Forest Lakes has a competitive swim team belonging to the Jefferson Area Swim League, and also fields men’s and women’s USTA tennis teams each spring.

“My kids are grown now, but my husband and I spent years coaching neighborhood lacrosse teams on the Forest Lakes fields after school,” Meis-

trell says. “Kids could just walk over.

Things like that are really nice. There are opportunities for kids of all ages.”

Pickleball beginners and intermediate players can take to the courts each Thursday. Senior citizens and other fans of non-impact fitness enjoy Yoga several times a week and Smovey classes on Fridays. Newcomers can meet their neighbors at a monthly get together over coffee. Two clubhouses are available for rent exclusively to Forest Lakes residents.

Local farmers and craftspeople offer veggies, meats, flowers, herbs, crafts and more at the Forest Lakes Farmers Market Tuesdays from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. from April to October.

Education and Educational Play Forest Lakes surrounds the Hollymead subdivision, which dates to the early 1970s, and Forest Lakes South kids attend Hollymead Elementary.

Forest Lakes North children go to Baker Butler Elementary. Both attend Sutherland Middle School. “The schools are very close,” Savage says.

“That’s a major draw.”

Baker-Butler Elementary School is located on 55 acres crisscrossed by a series of nature trails. At least once a month teachers and students devote the day to exploring this natural environment. The trails connect with the surrounding community, and this connection is an important element of the BBES philosophy.

The school holds community building events throughout the year, including a bike rodeo conducted in conjunction with the Albemarle County Police Department, a community Valentine’s Day dance, and Halloween decorating activities in October.

Founded in 1972, Hollymead Elementary is a diverse school with 567 students in kindergarten through fifth grade. It received the Governor’s Award for Educational Excellence in 2009, 2010, and 2011, and boasts a highly active Parent-Teacher Organization and volunteer corps, which lends support to the school and organizes social activities for students and faculty. Students showcase their talents annually through fine arts and grade level music performances.

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erched on 100 acres on top of Fork Mountain in Montebello, this private, custom-built post-andbeam home is a perfect getaway!

Beautifully sited and landscaped with stunning views. The 4 BR, 4.5 BA main house looks out over two stocked ponds as well as orchards and lovely flower gardens. There is a massive stone fireplace in the great room, a gourmet kitchen, loft/office area, sunroom, patio and large deck for enjoying the Blue Ridge views. The 2 BR guest cottage below has a large screened porch and deck looking over the ponds. Hiking trails abound. If that’s not enough, there is also a gorgeous 82.45-acre parcel that could be available, which adjoins this property and goes down to the North Fork River.

Perfect for fishing, swimming or just relaxing.

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Hollymead students engage in philanthropic activities, with Jump Rope, Hoops for Heart, and UNICEF, and make donations supporting both local and world communities. Hollymead has sent Destination Imagination Teams to both regional and global competitions in recent years.

Nearby Sutherland Middle School encourages students to participate in a variety of Albemarle Parks and Recreation sports, cheered on by the school mascot, the Sutherland Shark.

Students can also explore the fine and performing arts via orchestra, choir and band, drama, visual arts, and other electives.

Sutherland also boasts an up-todate media center where students can broadcast news announcements, and a Video Club where they begin to learn

New Urbanism model, which, in addition to close proximity to shopping, prioritizes sidewalks and easily accessible parks and green spaces.

“Albemarle County refers to it as the neighborhood model,” Meistrell says.

“Subsequently there have been numerous neighborhoods developed that way. It’s very popular because of the tree-lined streets and sidewalks, and the pocket parks and green areas.”

Many Forest Lakes homes have single and two car garages as well as finished and unfinished basements. Single family homes range in size from 1,700 square feet up to 3,000+ square feet, and have three, four or five bedrooms.

Townhomes range in size with most averaging around 1,600 square feet with two or three bedrooms. Prices

modern media communication skills.

The school offers accelerated math classes and the opportunity to earn high school credit in math and world languages.

On days when school is out—hooray!—the grounds “are like a community park,” Savage says, with kids playing baseball and soccer. “It’s super convenient for families to walk or bike there, and for kids to get there on their own.

My son went to Baker-Butler and he could bike to school every day with a friend.”

for single family homes range from $280,000 to $500,000 and above. There are currently 17 active listings in Forest Lakes, ranging in price from just under $170,000 for a townhome to just under $520,000. Homeowners wishing to rent out their properties typically receive $1,400 to $3,500 per month.

The amenities that attract homeowners to Forest Lakes come at “a very affordable price,” Meistrell says. “You do have a homeowners association (HOA) fee, but that keeps the actual cost of the amenities down.”

Annual fees, which cover trash pickup as well as liability insurance, common area and facilities maintenance, landscaping, signs, security patrols, postage, bookkeeping, management fees and other community expenses are currently $960, paid in quarterly installments of $240.

“People grow deep roots in Forest Lakes,” Meistrell says. “It’s a microcosm within Albemarle County, a wonderful place for people who are new to the area to come to meet people. It has a strong sense of community.”

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Spring Ridge, the final neighborhood built, was constructed along the

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4,000 SF Retail Space Leased

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RAIN GARDENS: A Lovely Way to Protect the Planet

BY MARILYN PRIBUS

“Rain gardens capture runoff, slowing it down and allowing it to filter through the soil,” explains Smith.

“This helps prevent the poisoning of our clean water by keeping the pollutants from entering our waterways.”

It’s estimated that a rain garden helps absorb as much as one-third more water than the same area of lawn.

Other benefits include lessening the potential for home flooding, reducing standing water in your yard and the distinctly positive side effect of eliminating spots for mosquitoes to breed.

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If it drains more slowly than one inch in an hour, you’ll need to add gravel at the bottom of your rain garden. A bed of at least six inches of gravel will ensure that you have good drainage and that your plants will not drown.

3. Design your garden. It can be anything you like from a formal rectangle to freeform. Use a rope or hose to test various outlines, until it’s the size and shape you like.

4. Prepare the soil. The ideal mix will include sand, topsoil and compost.

Your local nursery or garden store can provide both guidance and soil amendments. Loosen up the garden area for a depth of about two feet.

Grade it so the center is 6-8 inches lower than the sides, then make allowances for overflow in the event of heavy storms, possibly a dry “riverbed” of stones.

5. Now the fun part! “Plants play a major role by absorbing pollutants and either holding them, or using them for nourishment and growth,” says Smith. ”There are hundreds of plants that are useful in rain gardens. Some of my favorites are Butterfly Bush, Virginia Sweetspire, and Crested Iris.”

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ach time it rains, pollutants such as nitrogen, phosphorus, zinc, and even lead flow directly into our sewers and waterways,” laments horticulturist Karyn Smith of Stanardsville.

Since much of the water in our area is drawn from the Rivanna River watershed which encompasses Charlottesville, all of Albemarle County and parts of Fluvanna and Greene Counties, it’s critical to protect our water sources.

Some of our local stormwater even makes its way to the Chesapeake Bay where pollution can affect wildlife from birds to fish and even oysters.

Each little oyster can filter 50 gallons of water every day so it’s particularly important to protect them.

Smith observes that humans have covered all too much land with buildings, roads, parking lots, tennis courts and other impermeable surfaces. Fortunately, she continues, as more people be-

come aware of runoff-caused pollution, they seek better ways of managing their property to protect the environment.

One good tactic is employing permeable pavers for walkways, driveways and even parking areas. This means that, instead of running off, much of the rain can soak through the pavers to the soil beneath and eventually into the groundwater.

Another step is to increase the natural areas in yards. More and more people are installing bio-retention areas on their property. That’s the technical name, but we think rain garden has a far more romantic sound.

How Rain Gardens Help A rain garden is simply a planned depression inviting rainwater from roofs, driveways, and sidewalks to be absorbed gently into the ground. The addition of such a garden to your property will add charm and beauty while helping to reduce erosion, flooding and water pollution.

In addition, it’s a way to attract birds, butterflies and beneficial insects that eliminate insect pests. And, once established, rain gardens are not only appealing, they reduce the time required for yard maintenance.

Five Easy Steps 1. Choose a location at least ten feet away from building foundations, underground utilities or septic system drain fields. An ideal location might be a place that already collects water.

Contact local utilities if there is even a remote chance that you might hit service lines when you are digging.

The agencies will check your property and spray paint or install little warning flags to protect your utilities.

2. Determine if you have good drainage by digging a hole 6-8 inches deep and filling it with water. Measure the water’s depth, then measure again in an hour.

You can employ trees, shrubs, flowers and groundcovers in any combination. Smith suggests that your best choices will be a variety of perennials native to this region because they already thrive in this climate, are generally less vulnerable to insect pests, and require less care.

Select plants that are tolerant of both wet and dry conditions. It’s a good idea to put plants that prefer drier soil at the edges and the ones that like “wet feet” at the lowest part of your garden. Especially consider varieties which attract bees, birds and butterflies.

Your new plants should receive water about every other day until they are growing steadily, then weekly until they are thriving. Once they are well established, they will probably only need watering during extended dry spells.

Virginia Cooperative Extension offers good regional guidance. Visit ext. vt.edu and search for “rain garden.”

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s website cbf.org, also offers information on rain gardens and their value in protecting the Bay. n Marilyn Pribus and her husband live in Albemarle County near Charlottesville. They have kept a large flat area at the lowest point of their property completely natural.

It serves as a natural rain garden attracting birds, butterflies and a resident box turtle.

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250 Pristine, Park-Like Acres Scottsville, Albemarle Co. $2,795,000 – MLS #579005 Privacy, one level living, barn Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

Stunning Mt. Vernon Style Home Keswick Estate, Albemarle Co. $1,495,000 – MLS #578627 New gourmet kitchen, updated baths Sabina Martin, 434-981-1147

Commercial Zoned – 4.15 Acres Earlysville, Albemarle Co. $1,100,000 – MLS #30283541 Plenty of parking/many possibilities Tim Carson, 434-465-0846 Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882

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Hardiplank & Stone 2-Story Home Walnut Hills, Albemarle Co. $925,000 – MLS #580618 Finished basement, 4.79 acres, 5 BR Len Mailloux, 434-981-1972 Bruce Langevin, 434-996-2693

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Palmyra, Fluvanna Co. $725,000 – MLS #578609 6 fireplaces, library, English bsmt Connie Fairchild, 434-466-8660

Spacious Open Concept Home Four Seasons, Greene Co. $339,900 – MLS #578538 Lots of light, sun porch, walkout bsmt Jimmy Lavin, 804-869-2969

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Rutledge, Charlottesville $475,000 – MLS #581357 Full, mostly finished bsmt, 2 master BR Justin Kent, 434-951-7052 Wes Kent, 434-951-7008

Well Maintained Home Highlands, Albemarle Co. $279,000 – MLS #581399 Lots of living spaces, basement Cheryl Sprangel, 434-981-6695

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Northfields, Albemarle Co. $412,500 – MLS #580569 4 BR, 3 BA, great neighborhood Kris Jensen, 434-566-1738

Stanardsville, Greene Co. $219,000 – MLS #555683 4 BR, 2 BA on 2.31 acres Charles Shifflett, 434-882-0169

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Stanardsville, Greene Co. $399,900 – MLS #576593 Quality built, one floor living Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

Branchlands, Albemarle Co. $182,500 – MLS #580357 Handicapped accessible, move-in ready Barbara Seidler, 434-960-2102

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Completely remodeled in a peaceful park like setting.

3 BR, 2.5 BA, 2,137 sqft; 3.41 acres Renovations include: new dual pane insulated vinyl clad windows throughout, expanded deck, HVAC unit, floor coverings throughout(incl hardwood floors, tile & carpet), & new vanities & fixtures in baths.

Also, kitchen renovation incl. new cabinets, granite counters & appliances. 3-car detached garage/shop.

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8845 Seminole Trail, Ruckersville, VA: 2 Shopping centers 1 Office building & a large Self-storage facility, 5 separate tax parcels, the perfect trifecta of profitable income producing properties to easily manage together under one roof. Upgraded with features that make management of this facility easy. $7,900,000

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1127 SOMER CHASE COURT SomerChase/Hollymead Neighborhood

Well maintained end unit townhome convenient to shopping, schools, NGIC & Charlottesville. Bright open spacious floor plan. Eat-in kitchen, dining room and large famly room. Hardwood in foyer and kitchen area. 3 spacious BR incl master suite with huge walk-in closet.

Home backs to woods for privacy. MLS#583312, $275,000

In the growing Ruckersville area, complete with beautiful & spacious interiors. This is a prime location on 29 North with negotiable terms based on lease length. 1450sq/ft professional suite pre furnished & cubicles already set up if needed. VERY NICE FLEXIBLE! KEYLESS ENTRY FOR EASY ACCESS AT NIGHT. FLOOR SPACE CAN BE BUILT OUT TO TENANT SP. $1,300 a month for 1450sq/ft.

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HOME SALES STATS

ENDING THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 11, 2018

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17 were in Albemarle with an average price of $512,057

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9 were in Charlottesville with an average price of $391,444

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5 were in Fluvanna with an average price of $214,578 5 were in Greene with an average price of $331,050 5 were in Louisa with an average price of $346,600 1 was in Madison with a price of $275,000 2 were in Nelson with an average price of $307,500 1 was in Orange with a price of $344,000 4 were in Staunton with an average price of $190,703 3 were in Waynesboro with an average price of $248,800

HOMES SOLD

412 FENTON COURT KESWICK

1694 TISDALE ROAD LOUISA

135 GOODMAN STREET BELMONT

6413 FLINTSTONE DRIVE BARBOURSVILLE

188 SHAMOKIN SPRINGS TRL 27045 SUNNYSIDE ROAD WINTERGREEN UNIONVILLE

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(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: $.97 per $100 www.waynesboro.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.87 per $100 www.albemarle.org Real estate tax rate: $.839 per $100

FLUVANNA COUNTY

www.co.fluvanna.va.us Real estate tax rate: $.935 per $100

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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1200 Breezemont Dr | Charlottesville

Fall in love! 14 Acres of rural bliss just a short drive to the Historic Downtown Pedestrian Mall, world class medical center, the University of Virginia, public and private schools, shopping & employment centers. Delight in the spaciousness and natural light in this beautifully understated classic home with stunning views of pastures, Southwest and Blue Ridge Mtns. The terrace level apartment offers privacy for visitors. $975,000 montaguemiller.com/MLS=576357 Alice Nye Fitch | 434.981.4562

4755 Clover Ridge Ct Charlottesville

210 Turkey Ridge Rd Charlottesville

2313 Price Ave Charlottesville

525 Eastbrook Dr Charlottesville

Amazing value in Murray school district of western Albemarle. 2,793 sq ft with open plan, 4 decks, private courtyard, 2 garages.

Home in move-in condition. Located in tasteful community 12 min to Cville.

Excellent investment opportunity close to Fry’s Spring and all things UVA. 2 units, gross monthly rent of $2,550.

Stable rent history, leased through May 2020. Rent will increase June 2019.

This lovingly maintained home offers a remarkable combination of location and living space, both inside and out. The flowing floorplan boasts 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, 2 fireplaces, finished basement & 2 car garage.

$309,000 montaguemiller.com/MLS=578909 Mike Gaffney | 434.760.2160

$349,900 montaguemiller.com/MLS=582911 Yates Nobles | 434.996.0888

$395,000 montaguemiller.com/MLS=579537 Carter Montague | 434.962.3419

$419,000 montaguemiller.com/MLS=581946 Kelly Faillace | 434.227.4449

1935 Lambs Rd Charlottesville

3328 Martin Kings Rd Charlottesville

239 Heights Hill Rd Barboursville

1665 Cool Spring Rd Charlottesville

Private location, short commute to Charlottesville. This 2 story home with 3 BRs and 3 BAs, sits on 5 acres and has 2 large out buildings. Inside has a wonderful flow between kitchen, dinning room and den.

Priced to Sell, your dreams have come true!!

NO HOA, Water or Sewer Bill! Convenient to Route 29 and Ruckersville Walmart, and within 20 mins of Charlottesville. Solidly built 1-level ranch style home with a spacious kitchen.

3 BR End-Unit w/spacious full basement.

Attractively priced w/abundant natural light and wooded views! The vaulted ceilings and wood burning fireplace will set the tone for cozy evenings.

Wonderful 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath attached home in the Highlands neighborhood in Crozet. Granite counters added in this SPACIOUS WELL-LIT KITCHEN with breakfast area by current owner.

Minutes to shopping, Rt 29 and all of Albemarle and Charlottesville. 3 BR, 2 BA, large kitchen, hardwood floors, new roof and heat pump, full walk out basement, beautiful yard with mature plantings & large driveway for parking.

$299,900 montaguemiller.com/MLS=580222 Doug Burke | 434.996.6791

$225,600 montaguemiller.comMLS=571666 Kyle Olson: 540.649.4131

$140,000 montaguemiller.com/MLS=579880 Dana Watson | 434.996.2700

Montague Miller & Co would like to thank our customers and clients for continuing to place your confidence and trust in our real estate professionals.

May songs of joy fill your homes with warmth and happiness throughout the Holiday Season!

MONTAGUEMILLER.COM | 800.793.5393

CHARLOTTESVILLE | AMHERST | MADISON | CULPEPER | ORANGE

$185,000 montaguemiller.com/MLS=582675 Sal Milione | 434.882.4000

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• Quiet country living, great mountain views • 25 minutes to the heart of Charlottesville

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1421 HIGHLANDS CONDOS

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467 ROLLING VALLEY COURT Light filled, south-east facing top unit overlooking Highlands Express at Wintergreen Resort. 2BD/2BA unit features heated ceramic tile floors in the main living space, wood-burning fireplace and fantastic views. Walk to the slopes from your own mountain getaway!

MLS #583525

$168,000 MLS #579946

6959 BLACKWELLS HOLLOW ROAD

$1,150,000

Solid 3 BD, 2 BA brick rancher on quiet cul-desac that backs up to the Rivanna Trail. Recent improvements include replacement windows, HVAC compressor, fresh paint and refinished hardwood floors.

7+ acres of wooded land with hard surface state road frontage less than 30 minutes to downtown Charlottesville and only 10 minutes to shopping in Zion Crossroads.

Privacy is yours and this land features a nice elevated building site, ready for your dream home!

$75,000

240 STRIBLING AVENUE

Build your custom home in Langdon Woods, a preservation community located just minutes from CHO, RT 29 and Hollymead with beautiful Blue Ridge Views.

MLS #539001

$199,900

190 LYNX FARM LANE 11 acres available near the University of Virginia. Potential residential development or private city estate.

MLS #569085

$269,500

MLS #581989 10 LANGDON WOODS DRIVE

0 BARNABY RD

MLS #581728

$410,000

618 ELIZABETH AVENUE

288 acres in Western Albemarle, set in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains with a large pond, mountain views, woods, springs and streams. Wildlife abounds on this private retreat – there is nothing like it on the market!

MLS #581727

4 BD/2.5 BA Foxcroft home on the end of a private cul-de-sac has large, open kitchen/breakfast nook/family room as well as formal dining room and study/den. Located just minutes from downtown, 5th St Station, I-64 and more!

$2,650,000

2 BD/2 BA home on 3.86 ac just minutes from Cville.

Open floor plan and gourmet kitchen for the serious home chef features commercial range and dishwasher. Second living space has 1BD/1BA perfect for AirBnb!

MLS #581460

$489,000

434.220.5656 | sloanmanis.com | 415 Fourth Street N.E. Charlottesville, VA 22902