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LOVELY 2 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH TOWNHOME, minutes to shopping and restaurants in Stonefield and UVA. Features vaulted cathedral ceilings, a wood burning fireplace, skylights and a wonderful deck for entertaining. $195,000. Ashley McMahon, 434-249-4063. (587268)

STAYCATION! Why go through the trouble of planning, packing and being exhausted on a short vacation? Just stay home in this 3BR/2BA home on a level, 1 acre lot with an inground pool. Pool has been serviced for this summer. Interior of the home has been freshly painted and new shower added to the 1st floor bath. Easy commute to shopping, airport and a stone’s throw from Broadus Wood School $349,000. www. KathyMarkwood.com 434-985-6454. (590968)

THIS EXCEPTIONAL HOME is perched on an elevated lot and boasts commanding views across the popular Wexford neighborhood w/seasonal mountain & pasture views from the rear deck. Open floor plan is loaded with upgrades, formal rooms, expansive master bed & bath, total of 4 beds, 3.5 baths, bonus room and rec room. Just minutes to NGIC, Airport and Hollymead Town Center. $479,900. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (590984)

TRUE SKI FRONT CONDO offering panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views located a short walk of The Mountain Village! Beautiful ceramic tile in the kitchen and both bathrooms, stainless steel appliances, wood burning fireplace, and a large deck where you can enjoy the beauty of the mountains make this a perfect getaway. Wintergreen offers over 30 miles of hiking trails. $199,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (590990)

ON 4.5 PRIVATE ACRES CONVENIENT TO TOWN. Enjoy nature's beauty from 3 stone patios and wrap around porch. Centerpiece is the combined eat-in kitchen family room. Large formal rooms, too. 1st floor master suite with sunroom and TWO large bathrooms. 2nd floor master and three other bedrooms. Offices and media room. Fun trail through your woods. $700,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434-962-3420. (584784)

FEEL RIGHT AT “HOME” in this exciting new “city” community offering a blend of modern home construction surrounded by Mother Nature & amazing mountain views. A “Lucky Find”, newly-built & move-in ready by local Custom Home Builder – Echelon Homes welcomes you with a light-filled floorplan & many architectural details. Finished basement. $459,000. Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434-531-0795. (590594)

STUNNING WATERFRONT 4 bedroom home at Spring Creek that shows like a model will make you the envy of your friends! Perfect for entertaining with the open floor plan and rear deck or in the finished terrace level with theater and billiard rooms. Spacious master suite, home office, 3 car garage and more! $549,900 susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (585614)

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WELL MAINTAINED and bright town house located across the street from the walking path in popular Abington Place. Lower level includes 1BR/1BA, great room & office space. Eat-in kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, electric stove, hard surface counter tops, upgraded cherry cabinets, island & pantry. Upstairs are 3BR including master w/vaulted ceilings, expanded walk-in closet. $299,000. Anne Oliver, 434-825-8174. (590437)

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WOODED LOT WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS in the established lake community of Greene Acres. Perked for a 3 bedroom alternative septic. Call today for more information! For more information on Greene Acres check out their website https://greeneacresva.com/ $9,000. Megan Perry, 434-806-5245. (586900)

RARE OPPORTUNITY to own 100 acres in Western Albemarle County! Situated on a quiet country lane, this parcel offers up to 5 division rights and long, state road frontage. Located between Crozet and Batesville, you will find elevated building sites with spectacular panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views. Additional acreage available. $1,295,000. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (584013)

2 ACRE PARCEL in southern Albemarle County offering a great building site! Located only 10 minutes from both Route 29 and the historic river town of Scottsville. Easy access to the local area from this beautiful property. Let your imagination take over when designing the perfect home to place on this lot. The possibilities are endless! $23,500. Gavin Sherwood, 434-962-0226. (588646)

OVER 5000SF COUNTRY HOUSE & 32 acre equestrian property. 5BR/4.5BA, large master suite w/private study & fireplace, renovated kitchen, living & dining room w/vaulted ceilings, impressive stacked stone fireplace, wrap-around screened porch & deck, large stocked pond, 10-stall stable w/paddocks & riding ring. $1,100,000. Duke Merrick, 434-962-5658. (585093)

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JUST OVER THE GREENE COUNTY LINE on over 3.5 acres, this Orange County home offers large formal rooms, family room, eat-in kitchen, screen porch, total of 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, rec room, covered patio and oversized, side load garage. $450,000. www.KathyMarkwood.com 434-9856454. (589479)

MOVE-IN READY. Well cared for vaulted rancher on fully finished basement offers it all! Privacy galore on a lg .84/ acre landscaped lot. Efficiently designed floor plan, split BR design w/1st floor master & 2nd BR upstairs. Hardwood floor, formal DR, lrg. vaulted LR w/stone FP. newly updated kitchen w/new granite countertop, new SS appliances, lg. rear deck w/gazebo overlooks private fenced. $244,900. Yonna Smith, 434-531-0817 and Megan Perry, 434-806-5245. (591013)

Directions: From Ruckersville, take 33E to Right on Carpenters Mill, left on Ridgeway, right on Ponderosa OR from Sheetz in Greene County, take Matthews Mill, right on Preddy Creek, left on Ponderosa Drive. Home on corner.

Directions: From Rt 53 in Palmyra, turn onto Lake Monticello Rd (Rt 618), then left on Chippewa Ln, right on Apache Trl, left on Arapaho Trl. Home is on the left. Only 20 mins from Cville!

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Sophisticated, brick home built by Phil Speasmaker. Set on a private 6.3 acre lot with a spectacular white oak tree, pond, and mountain view. Bright, open spaces define the large kitchen and living areas. Gracious foyer with long elegant windows. Sunken living room with wet bar, and family room with large fireplace. Master suite includes a large sitting room, study alcove, 2 full baths, & 3 closets. The side, covered porch with Chippendale railings, overlooks a large side yard. Set in one of the most lovely neighborhoods. $1,650,000

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

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Gracious family living with finished dependency. Terrific location! Large mostly level lot with paved access to garage and lower level pad site with 30amps. First floor master. Great room has access to walk-out deck with spa. Kitchen features an eat-in breakfast nook. Second level has 2 bedrooms with full bath and a finished bonus room. Dependency level has master bedroom and bath, full kitchen with island and large family room with gas fireplace and access to back patio and landscaped backyard. $639,750

One floor living! Fabulous brick home with vaulted screen porch set on a quiet cul-de-sac. Lovingly maintained and updated. Bright inviting rooms. First floor master suite and study. 2 Suites and a family room on the second floor. Terrace level features a family room and bedroom w/a bath as well as a large unfinished area for a workshop or storage. Beautiful yard. Move in condition. $597,000

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NEWS & VIEWS Local Real Estate News Habitat for Humanity Celebrated Eight New Homeowners at Lochlyn Hill On Saturday, June 1, eight families, who are purchasing homes from Habitat for Humanity, were honored at a dedication ceremony in the new Lochlyn Hill mixed-income neighborhood in Charlottesville. Combined, these homebuyers contributed a total of more than 3,300 hours of sweat equity on six job sites and completed extensive homebuyer education and financial counseling to purchase their new Habitat townhomes. These new homeowners come from many different backgrounds and work in a range of occupations in our community. Their common bond is a commitment to each other and their neighborhood, clearly demonstrated over the past 15 months as the families helped build each other’s houses, cooked for one another, advocated for each other and forged relationships with their new neighbors. Habitat began constructing homes in Lochlyn Hill in early 2018 in partnership with Milestone Partners LLC. The Habitat homes at Lochlyn include three- and four-bedroom houses. Holly Wood and Damon Shelton will call Lochlyn Hill home thanks in part to a donation from Belk department stores. In honor of the University of Virginia football team playing in the 2018 Belk Bowl in Charlotte, N.C., Belk donated funds to Habitat for Humani-

ty of Greater Charlottesville to sponsor the Wood-Shelton’s home and fly their family to enjoy the game. “Working alongside these eight families as they have built and purchased their homes is part of our larger goal of providing affordable housing opportunities throughout our community,” says Dan Rosensweig, President and CEO of Habitat. “We celebrate these eight families at Lochlyn and look forward to partnering with other families who want to achieve the strength, stability and independence that homeownership provides.” About Habitat: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville brings people together to build and rebuild homes and communities while catalyzing new pathways to safe, decent affordable housing. Our work has evolved from building one house at a time to developing vibrant, sustainable, mixed-income communities, where hardworking local families can achieve their dreams of homeownership. Since our founding in 1991, we have built 200 new homes and safely housed 2,000 neighbors, thanks to the commitment and dedication of our thousands of volunteers and supporters. n

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

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SPOTTSWOOD - $599,900 Colonial style home with large rooms, beautiful wood floors, ceramic tile in bathrooms, attic space with carpet. Painting in home currently but almost complete. Large barn and other outbuildings. Property sold “as is”- no warranties-special warranty deed Buyer signs seller disclosures (2) Measurements approximate. MLS# 586589

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CARAPAN

Exquisite English Country home on 2.5 acres in Keswick Estates with lovely views of the golf course and distant mountains. Architecturally designed, 7,000+ square foot residence with 5 bedrooms. MLS#451592 $1,650,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

LA FOURCHE

Historic, circa 1788, gem in the heart of Keswick, restored and updated. Main house with attached tavern and party barn on 4 acres. Views of Southwest Mountains. Minutes to Charlottesville and UVA. MLS#587033 $2,475,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

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Renovated 1-level home on 18 private acres only minutes west of town. Open land for horses and other animals. Under conservation easement with the VOF with the possibility to build a second home. MLS#583224 $2,495,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

A timeless beauty, fully updated and expanded for today, A rare North Downtown offering with features that are almost impossible to find. True first floor living with no stairs to navigate? Yes! Oversized, attached, 2-car garage? Yes! Original hardwood floors, Pella windows, home office? Yes! 0.6 acre lot, professional landscaping, all on a quiet street? Yes, yes, yes!!. Want to know more? Call Dora Conway, 434.825.5742 $1,800,000

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

CHURCH POINT FARM

944 acres along the lower Chickahominy River, with eight miles of shoreline, plus managed cropland. The property features a three-bedroom brick dwelling. MLS#1912243 $4,475,000 Philip Reed, 804.833.8325

OAKLAND FARM

Historic, 663± acre working farm dating from c. 1767 with long river frontage in Cumberland County. Character-rich, 5-BR main home, circa 1740 guest cottage, multiple barns, and other outbuildings. MLS#549952 $2,595,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

LAFAYETTE

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

WATERFRONT

Exceptional residence on the Rivanna Reservoir! 10 minutes to town yet unique setting with privacy on over 18 acres. Magnificent views from almost every room in this 57,000 sq/ft home with beautifully renovated kitchen & baths, LR, DR, office/study, and FR with direct access to spectacular rear patio overlooking the pool & Rivanna Reservoir. Includes a charming guest/pool house with FP and 3-car garage. MLS#585560 $1,895,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863 www.TuckahoeFarmVa.com

WALNUT HILLS

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

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Magnificent brick Georgian, 5 spacious en-suite bedrooms, main-level master, superb quality details and expert craftsmanship throughout. 21 private acres, just 5 miles west of town. MLS#586392 $2,190,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

INGLECRESS

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 $965,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

DAVIS SHOP ROAD

This great home on 5.5 acres is the perfect country property, privately situated near Free Union in the Western Albemarle school districts. Beautiful setting with winter Blue Ridge Mountain views. MLS#586050 $449,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

HURSTVILLE

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

LOWFIELDS

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

CABIN AT TURTLE CREEK

39.6 private acres at the foot of the Blue Ridge, featuring a well-designed home with multiple living rooms. The property includes a three-bay utility room and a guest house. MLS#587914 $4,475,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

WESTERN ALBEMARLE

Six and a half acre lot at the end of cul-de-sac in desirable neighborhood. Well-located with easy access to Charlottesville, UVA and Crozet. Wooded lot with privacy. Western schools! MLS#574585 $219,000 Tim Michel, 434.960.1124

BLACKWELLS HOLLOW

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

SUNNYSIDE

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

MEADOWBROOK HILLS

Wonderful 4-bedroom Colonial in the heart of the City, beautifully upgraded & renovated! Features a traditional floor plan with 3,000 finished square feet over 3 levels. $769,000 MLS#589158 Will Faulconer ,434.987.9455

BLOOMFIELD ROAD

LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Charming one-level home just a couple of miles west of town. Updated kitchen with adjoining breakfast room, 3 BR, 2 BA. Large rear stone terrace. MLS#590452 $695,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

STONY POINT ROAD

Private 5 acre estate parcel with beautiful level home site among mature hardwoods. Conveniently located to Downtown Charlottesville & UVA. Purchase price includes clearing of house site and septic field. MLS#565885 $250,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

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Ivy Location & Winter Blue Ridge Mountain views within 15 min. of city. Tucked away on a country lane, & designed to mesh with its natural surroundings with 1st floor Master Suite. Includes whole house generator.

Custom-Built Traditional two-story 6 bed, 4Â˝ bath home with a wraparound porch and an apartment in the lower level. The sunshine filled Master Suite has Whirlpool Tub, dual vanities and 3 closets.

$595,000 | montaguemiller.com/MLS=587366 Anita Dunbar | 434.981.1421

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$489,000 | montaguemiller.com/mls=581097 Mike Gaffney | 434.760.2160

87 Westover Dr | Ruckersville

Dramatically Reduced. Call Now! IVY neighborhood. This 3700 SqFt residence enjoys a beautiful 2.32 acre setting in highly sought after Meriwether Lewis Elem School District. 4 BR, 3.5 BA.

Spacious & Bright open-concept home on a 6+acres with beautiful Mountain Views! Wide open space draws light from many skylights & expanding throughout vaulted living areas. 3 car garage, Dual-zone/ Dual Fuel HVAC.

$499,000 | montaguemiller.com/MLS=579418 Alice Nye Fitch | 434.981.4562

$435,000 | montaguemiller.com/mls=586282 Pat Sury | 434.760.2999

73 Middlebury Ln | Ruckersville

1055 Weybridge Ct | Charlottesville

Green Building Practices and a HERS rating will save you money, high quality home. Only 4 miles to Albemarle in an established community with amenities and large yards! Easy access to Charlottesville.

Comfortable 1 BR condo in Carriage Hill Condos. Convenient to Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital & downtown. Bedroom includes a bay window and upgraded closet. Washer/dryer. A real gem on Pantops!

$310,000 | montaguemiller.com/MLS=585048 Dana Watson | 434.996.2700

$159,900 | montaguemiller.com/MLS=589457 Brad Conner | 434.953.8124

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3988 Mola Ln | Earlysville In the country and close to town. Earlysville mini-farm on 6 acres with barn for horses and a pond. The house has 3 bed 2 bath and an apartment in the lower level. In addition there are two garages and workshops.

$480,000 | montaguemiller.com/mls=585865 Doug Burke | 434.996.6791

1107 Rugby Rd | Charlottesville Wonderful Rugby Rd home features large covered and screen porches, heart pine floors, living room w/ wood burning fireplace, updated kitchen, 3 beds, & 2.5 baths. Off-street parking & walking distance to UVA!

$499,500 | montaguemiller.com/MLS=588071 Rives Bailey & Kelly Faillace | 434.227.4449

1272 Maple View | Charlottesville Willow Lake 3 BR, 2 Â˝ BA Townhome. This freshly painted home boasts a large open kitchen with ample cabinets, family room with real fireplace, and hardwood floors throughout. Grand view of Carter Mountain.

$239,900 | montaguemiller.com/mls=589978 Kyle Olson | 540.649.4131

New to Market Open June 9th

1421 Butler Street - Open 1-4

$479,000 – Belvedere Chef ’s kitchen, hardwood floors, gas FP Cheryl Sprangel, 434-981-6695 DIR: 29 North to R on Rio Road East. Just past the Covenant Church, turn L on Belvedere Blvd. Stay on Belvedere Blvd and go through traffic circles and to R on Butler Street, home is on R.

Wonderful Views – 26+ Acres Albemarle County $1,495,000 – MLS #591232 Spectacular custom residence, 5 BR Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882 Peter van der Linde, 434-981-0889

Many Upgrades & Full Basement

Lovely Home with Privacy

Western Ridge, Albemarle Co. $494,000 – MLS #591303 Private back yard, expanded decks Agent related to owner Tele Jenifer, 434-249-5915

Mill Run, Albemarle Co. $435,000 – MLS #591346 2-car garage, large sunroom, 3 BR Meredith McClellan, 434-227-0923

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Magnificent Custom Brick Home

Development/Investment Potential

Gracious Cape Cod on 7+ Acres

Southern Living Classic Design

Truly Unique Property

Maintenance Free One Level Living

New Waterfront Home Being Built

Stunning & Spacious Condo

Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $1,799,000 – MLS #587580 Luxury 1st floor master, fin. terrace level Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882

Belmont, Charlottesville $425,000 – MLS #589243 Could be home, office or more! Bill Bailey, 434-817-6052

City of Charlottesville $1,500,000 – MLS #582158 Existing Over/Under Duplex w/extra land Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

The Village at Highlands, Albemarle Co. $329,900 – MLS #580376 Gorgeous mtn views, 1st floor master BR Justin Kent, 434-951-7052

Earlysville, Albemarle Co. $599,500 – MLS #588506 Updated kitchen, 1st floor master BR Kathy Woodson, 434-951-7018

Greene Mtn. Lake, Greene Co. $289,900 – MLS #589043 Similar to photo, full basement, 4 BR Tim Carson, 434-465-0846

Glenmore, Albemarle Co. $575,000 – MLS #587101 1st floor master suite, wall of windows Jeff Gaffney, 434-981-1882

Branchlands, Albemarle Co. $269,900 – MLS #586513 Carefree living, master suites on both levels Barbara Seidler, 434-960-2102

Ben Aliff 434-996-0016 NMLS #202242

Beautiful & Peaceful 4.4 Acres Howardsville, Buckingham Co. $249,900 – MLS #589433 On the James River, roof updated Debi Dotson, 434-960-6753

Awesome 4 BR Ranch Home Lake Monticello, Fluvanna Co. $240,000 – MLS #589845 2 decks, screened porch w/hot tub Angus Arrington, 434-531-1100

Move-In Ready 3 BR Home Lake Monticello, Fluvanna Co. $210,000 – MLS #587616 Full basement, 2.5 baths, updates Jim Pippin, 434-996-1621

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Monticello is Charlottesville-Albemarle’s most popular tourist destination nowadays, but the place could be busy back in Jefferson’s time as well. In his post-presidential years, when he wanted to get away from the crush of the curious and the favor-seekers and spend time with his grandchildren, Jefferson would retreat to his second home, Poplar Forest, now a roughly twenty-minute drive west of Lynchburg, and a National Historic Landmark. As an architect, and a self-taught one at that, Jefferson is best known for Monticello, and most revered for the University of Virginia’s original “Academical Village.” But for Poplar Forest, he designed what was perhaps the first octagonal floor plan in America. Construction, which he supervised from Washington, was begun in 1806, during his second term as President of the United States. Recognized as an architectural masterpiece, Poplar Forest is currently undergoing preservation, restoration and archaeological excavation. Tours of the house and tours of the grounds focusing on the lives of the estate’s enslaved laborers are available through December 30 from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. The last tour is at 4:00 p.m. Admission will be free for fathers all day from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Father’s Day, June 16.

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The Legacy Museum of African American History Lynchburg’s Legacy Museum of African American History focuses on local African American history and culture, from their first arrival in Central

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11128 Rockfish River Road Just south of “Rockfish Depot” is the setting for this 1820s farmhouse. Not only is this area rich with history, it is the home of the town that inspired The Waltons. On its elevated perch, this federal-style home with double front porches sits, with views of the Rockfish River and the mountains. Many improvements and renovations over several years, using local resources. The 3 BR, 3 BA house presents soapstone from the local quarry, original heart pine floors, stained glass from a local artisan, custom hickory cabinets and a Hearthstone woodstove. Generator. Large backyard with sheds. $289,900 114 Evening Star Lane Lovely private location only 4.7 miles

from Route 29 in Lovingston. Enjoy sitting on the freshly-painted front porch looking out at the peaceful scenic mountain views. Original wood floors throughout. Fairly new heat pump for first floor. Propane back up heat pump downstairs and electric heat for the one room upstairs Eat-in kitchen with updated appliances. New washer/dryer on the back sun porch as well as a deep freezer. Additional storage building “as is.” $99,000

1581 Beech Grove Road This 3 BR, 2 BA brick ranch home with just over 30 acres, is minutes from Wintergreen Resort. Stunning mountain and pastoral views. The mostly open pasture is fenced and ideal for a mini-farm with a creek and 2 springs. The home has an eat-in kitchen and sunroom with wood-stove. Large workshop with carport and other outbuildings for farm equipment/storage. Agricultural zoning. Close to BR Parkway, AT, and wineries, breweries, and popular recreational destinations. $449,000

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during what is now known as the Battle of Lynchburg. Hunter used a Federal-style home built in 1808 as his headquarters during the battle, which took place on June 17–18, two miles outside of the city. Today the home holds a museum with displays and a surround-sound theater. Fort Early at Fort and Memorial Avenues, an earthen structure constructed in 1863 to defend the city, was successfully defended on June 18. The Old City Cemetery on Taylor Street, founded in 1806, was the site of 2,200 Confederate burials, and has been restored and augmented with explanatory signage. The Pest House Medical Museum at the same location was a quarantine building for Confederate soldiers and today offers a glimpse of 19th–century medical practices. The Cemetery Center includes a museum featuring antique mourning items and a small gift shop.

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Lynchburg itself was later home to a lesser known but no less remarkable figure, the Harlem Renaissance poet, civil rights activist, teacher, librarian, and gardener Anne Spencer. Spencer’s poems, centered on biblical and mythological themes, or inspired by nature and her own garden, won her the friendship of leading intellectuals and cultural figures, including Langston Hughes, W.E.B. DuBois, Marian Anderson, Paul Robeson, Thurgood Marshall, and Zora Neal Hurston. Spencer helped found the Lynchburg Chapter of the NAACP, worked as a high school librarian, and served on committees devoted to improving life for African Americans. While her home became a salon for visiting notables, and a fortuitous lodging for African American travelers unable to find hotel accommodations due to Jim Crow, she found her own refuge in her garden, and in the cottage her husband built for her there. Twenty-first century Americans can learn much of this history by visiting the Spencer home and garden, located in the two-block long Pierce Street Renaissance Historic District. The garden, which includes an arbor, a pergola, and a pond, is open, free of charge, every day from dawn to dusk. Individual and group tours of the two-story modified Queen Anne style shingle house are ticketed and by appointment. Students of military history will find Lynchburg a rich area to explore, with twelve Civil War sites alone. As a stop on the railroad used to supply the Confederate Army, Lynchburg was valuable territory Union Major General David Hunter attempted unsuccessfully to capture and burn in 1864

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Virginia until the present day. Among its current exhibits is Trouble Don’t Las’ Always: African American Life in Central Virginia During and After the Civil War, 1860-1890. Beginning September 15, the museum will explore the African American sports experience in Lynchburg and nearby counties through an experience entitled The Development of An Athlete: Framing Sports Through Race, Gender, Class and Community. The museum is open Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Appomattox Court House There is nothing left for me to do but to go and see General Grant, and I would rather die a thousand deaths. – Robert E. Lee Just twenty miles east of Lynchburg is the village of Appomattox Court House, now the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, where in April of 1865 Lee surrendered to Grant and brought an end to the Civil War, the bloodiest chapter of U.S. history. Park visitors will find original buildings, including the McLean House

Just twenty miles east of Lynchburg is the village of Appomattox Court House, now the Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, where in April of 1865 Lee surrendered to Grant and brought an end to the Civil War

where Generals Lee and Grant crafted and signed the terms of surrender. Also on site are a museum, a bookstore, and a theater showing the film, Appomattox, With Malice Toward None.

D-Day National Memorial The town of Bedford, less than 30 miles southwest of Lynchburg, is home to the D-Day National Memorial honoring the Allied Forces who crossed the English Channel to Normandy on June 6, 1944, to retake France from Hitler’s troops.

Bedford had a population of only 3,200 or so in 1944, but more than 30 of its men took part in this daring and successful operation. Twenty-three never made it home, making Bedford’s losses the greatest in the nation proportionately, and the town a fitting site for a memorial paying tribute to the heroes of this largest seaborne invasion in history. Conceived of by a D-Day veteran, J. Robert “Bob” Slaughter, the 88-acre memorial sits at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. At its center are a forty-four-foot-tall arch and a reflecting pool encircling a scene symbolizing the soldiers’ dangerous trudge up Normandy Beach upon landing. The D-Day National Memorial is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Ticket sales end at 4:30 p.m.

Scottsville The little town of Scottsville—population 600 (almost)—is proud of its historic roots. First Native American Monacan canoes, and then bateaux boats and packet boats, ferried supplies along the James River.

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as a destination for Sunday outings. Sure enough, Crabtree Falls is a real place in Nelson County; six miles off the Blue Ridge Parkway near milepost 27, it’s the highest vertical-drop cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. That’s because Crabtree Falls is made up of five major cascades and several smaller ones that total 1,200 feet from top to bottom. The first overlook is easily accessible from the upper park-

ing lot. The same 2.5 mile, moderate to strenuous loop trail continues on to four more overlooks offering breathtaking views of the falls and the surrounding Tye River Valley and passing through an oak and hickory forest and a thicket of rosebay rhododendron. Allow 1.5 to 2.5 hours for the whole hike. Wooden stairs and gravel paths at the base of the falls lead to a spectacular, arched 100-foot bridge over the Tye River. From the upper parking lot it’s a short hike to the Appalachian Trail, where the hikes south leads to Spy Rock, a rock dome on the east side of Maintop Mountain offering spectacular 360-degree views. The four-season Wintergreen resort is a good starting place for a hike. Some of the most popular are to Humpback Rock, The Priest and White Rock Falls. Folks who’d rather drive than sweat can take the Nelson Scenic Loop, a 50mile tour along Route 56, Route 151, Route 664, and the Blue Ridge Parkway (built as a WPA project in 1935). The Route rises in elevation from 850 feet in the foothills of the Piedmont to 4,050 feet in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and breweries, cideries, farm markets, restaurants and historic structures including an 1830s manor house beckon along the way. After a day of history, hiking, or just taking in the sights, it’s “Home again, home again, jiggety jog” to rest and remember. And to plan the next day trip.

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day from 9:00 am. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday from noon to 5:00 p.m., and by special appointment. A flat-bottomed boat with a deck just a few inches above the waterline, the ferry is guided by two cables attached to an overhead wire connecting both banks of the river. Crossing takes about 30-45 minutes under ideal conditions. Fishing, kayaking, canoeing, tubing, rafting and camping fans can turn to James River Runners or Reeling & Rafting for supplies, advice, and guided trips. Gallery 527 shows art, decor, and jewelry from over 35 artists and artisans from Scottsville and surrounding counties. Farmers Market enthusiasts can find produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, flowers, jams, and hand-crafted items at the Scottsville Farmer’s Market, Saturday mornings rain or shine through November 16. The hungry and the health conscious can try raw, naturally fermented foods and beverages at Farmstead Ferments. The hungry and the less intrepid will find comforting Italian specialties at Amicis Italian Bistro, and classic American fare at Tavern on the James and Luv N Oven. Beer lovers can sample brews like Double Dunk (a dunkel) and River Rat (an IPA) at James River Brewery, located in a 19th century brick warehouse in the historic district, just up the street from the river.

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George Washington surveyed and planned the James River and Kanawha Canal that flows past Scottsville along the James that was constructed from 1785 to 1851 but never completed. Jefferson practiced law in the old courthouse. And it took forty years to recover from the havoc wreaked by Union army troops led by Major General Philip H. Sheridan in just one day in 1865. Scottsville Museum, housed inside the former Disciples of Christ church built in 1846, features exhibits on James River transportation, the Civil War, Native American artifacts, school life, and theater, plus clothing, furniture, and toys. Scottsville’s Canal Basin Square is a park situated on the site of the old canal basin that is devoted to the history of Scottsville transportation, with signage and a replica of a packet boat. The 34th annual James River Batteau Festival, featuring as many as 25 authentic batteau replicas and period-costumed crews, will stop in Scottsville on Wednesday, June 19. The Hatton Ferry, 5.5 miles west of Scottsville on the James, began operating in the late 1870s and is the last hand-poled ferry still operating in the United States. The ferry runs each weekend through October on Satur-

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11128 Rockfish River Road Just south of “Rockfish Depot” is the setting for this 1820s farmhouse. Not only is this area rich with history, it is the home of the town that inspired The Waltons. On its elevated perch, this federal-style home with double front porches sits, with views of the Rockfish River and the mountains. Many improvements and renovations over several years, using local resources. The 3 BR, 3 BA house presents soapstone from the local quarry, original heart pine floors, stained glass from a local artisan, custom hickory cabinets and a Hearthstone woodstove. Generator. Large backyard with sheds. $283,800 114 Evening Star Lane Lovely private location only 4.7 miles

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e all understand that buying a home is a major financial commitment. Just as important, though, it is a major emotional investment. The longer you live in a home, the more it becomes a refuge, full of memories and sentimental value. These are reasons it is essential to locate the right REALTOR® when you are ready to buy. You need someone who listens carefully and understands your concerns, and also has enough experience to guide you through the complex process of negotiating the contract, answering your questions and getting you to the closing table with minimum stress. In addition, it is critical to work with an agent who is currently active and familiar with the ups and downs of today’s marketplace. Otherwise, you may lose out in contract negotiations to someone with a savvier agent.

Choose the Right REALTOR® You can be sure that there are many successful agents to choose from so how do you go about finding the one that suits you best? If you have friends or family members who have recently purchased a home, start by asking their advice. Would they recommend their agent? Did they answer their questions and get back to them in a timely fashion? Did their transaction go smoothly, and did their REALTOR® do a good job of

managing the ups and downs? You can also find agents online by visiting sites like realtor.com or Zillow and searching by area and REALTOR® name. The search provides info on how long the agent has been in the business, the price range of their recent transactions and if they have specialties like new construction or working with seniors. Someone who specializes in selling farm and estate properties may not be the best choice if you are a first-time buyer looking for a home in town. When you find some good prospects interview them to see if they are a fit for you. For example, how long have they been active in the local market and do they work alone or with a team that may include buyer agents and assistants? Someone with a team may mean you get more attention. It may be especially important to find an agent who enjoys working with first time buyers if you are in that category, or if it’s been a long time since you bought a home. Working with first timers takes a special kind of agent, one with the patience to answer basic questions and hold your hand as needed. If you plan to look at new construction, find an agent familiar with the building process to represent you. You can visit open houses and get ideas and info about home prices and floor plans from a builder’s site agent, but they represent the builder and can only give you limited representation. They won’t be able to help you with concerns such as whether to have the

home inspected or how best to select upgrades that make sense for resale, advises Candice Van Der Linde, with RE/MAX Realty Specialists. Don’t be shy about asking agents what they offer in the way of services. Do they keep on top of new listings and let their buyers know as soon as new ones come on the market? This is especially important in today’s market with its limited inventory and lots of competition for good listings. Do they have a buyer specialist on their team who is available for quick showings as homes come on the market? What hours do they work? Will they refer you to a list of lenders, home inspectors, closing agents and attorneys? Your transaction will be easier if your lender and other supporting professionals are familiar with and work well with your agent. Most REALTORS® have lists of good supporting professionals to choose from. Ultimately, choose an agent who is experienced and competent and who you feel confident will represent your interests. That way, if the time comes to make a quick decision you won’t hesitate to follow their advice. Once you have hired the right REALTOR®, it is critical to “put trust in them” as the expert who has helped many others through this complex process, says Jamie White with Jamie White Real Estate. That means rely on your agent rather than (for example) well-meaning

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Be Prepared Today’s market with its limited inventory can be especially challenging for buyers who often need to be prepared to act quickly when they find the perfect house. Market conditions impact many aspects of your transaction from how an agent presents the sales contract to how they negotiate on your behalf during the home inspection. Prior to house hunting, be sure your agent is clear about your preferences and your ability to pay and that you have been pre-approved by a lender. Most sellers won’t consider a purchase contract without proof of your ability to access the funds you need to pay for it. An experienced agent will also give you reliable advice when dealing with your home inspection in terms of what repairs to ask for and when it is best to fix something yourself rather than lose out to a competing buyer. When it is time to buy a home your choice of REALTOR® is critical to your success. Be prepared to ask enough questions to assure you have a confident, experienced professional on your side who truly understands your concerns. Then relax and let them do their job while you dream about life in your new home. n Celeste Smucker is a writer, blogger and former REALTOR® who lives near Charlottesville.

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