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93 WOODSIDE DR Motivated Seller! Well maintained, hardwood floors, cathedral ceiling, open kitchen/dining area + large LR. Huge master w/ trey ceiling, 2 closets & private BA. Maint. free trex board deck, custom built 12'x 16' Shed w. elect. Level yard, nicely landscaped & backs up to quiet wooded area.

MOTIVATED SELLERS WANT OFFERS! Renovated Cr. 1920 Farmhouse with 5.35 ac. waits for you and your animals, complete with pasture, board GAAR MLS#67900 $167,900 fencing and 46’x56’ Barn w/furnished Man Cave. This 1,976 fin. sq. ft., 3 BR., 2 BA., home has original Heart Pine Floors, Tin Roof, 15’x20’ Kitchen w/ 1336 ROSSER AVE Oak Cabinetry, Pantry, Granite Countertops, plus Center Isle. All Appliances All Brick, 1 level in park like setting. Close to shopping, schools & short commute to Convey. Dual Heat Pumps, Tilt-out Windows, Updated Baths & Much More! Charlottesville, Staunton, & Harrisonburg. Great floor plan, arched doors between LR NEW & DR, 2 FP, PRICE $279,500 with $7,000 toward Buyer’s Closing Costs. beautiful hardwood floors, large kitchen w/ center

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Totally remodeled country living at 8 miles away of Charlottesville on 29th South, do not miss the opportunity to live in the country but just 10 minutes from the city. Independent livable area with one bedroom, one full bath, kitchenette and open room with independent HVAC unit and water heater. Could be used as an extra income! GREAT HOUSE with open spaces and price it to sale. New well and septic system as well!! Directions: From 64 and 29th (exit 118A) Drive 8 miles on 29 South “U” turn to the right onto Rural Ridge Ln 100 ft. up to the end of the road the house will be at front.

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BROOKWOOD 4 bedroom home with welcoming hardwood floors, great room leading to 10x16 rear deck, kitchen with stainless appliances, formal dining room, master bedroom with sitting room, and more! Close to 250/64 in Troy. $279,340. susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (585883)

MOVE RIGHT IN TO ENJOY the Lake amenities! Malibu model on a corner lot with first floor master, open floor plan leading to the 10x10 deck. 3 bedrooms upstairs with attic storage. $188,240. Susanstewart76@gmail. com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (586009)

UNIQUE 20+ ACRE FARM 5 minutes to Zion Crossroads! Freshly painted 4 over 4 farmhouse with hardwood floors, spacious rooms and more! Previous working farm with 14 acres of open field, barns, irrigation system and greenhouse. $278,900 susanstewart76@gmail.com Susan Stewart 434-242-3550. (592719)

WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE to UVA this Fry's Spring location cannot be beat! Charming bungalow nestled on a low-maintenance lot with off-street parking. Large windows in the great room allow beautiful, natural light. The dining area and cozy kitchen are steps from two outdoor entertaining spaces. 1BR/1BA are found on the terrace level along with a second, exterior entrance. $224,500. Steve White, 434-242-8355. (592845)

BUILD YOUR SPACIOUS DREAM HOME on 36+ acres in Albemarle County for under $400,000. Hardwood floors, upgraded gourmet kitchen with granite counters, living room with gas fireplace, 4 bedrooms upstairs and more! Enjoy evenings on your back deck with mountain views! $399,564. Susanstewart76@gmail.com. Susan Stewart 434-2423550. (590645)

WALK TO GROUNDS AND FONTAINE RESEARCH PARK. Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on a quiet street, yet close to so much! Spacious 18 x 18 family room has a brick fireplace, handsome wood floors and wall of windows to the sunroom. Beautifully remodeled master bath. Backyard is great for play, gardening and pets. $300,000. Jim@JimMcVay.com 434962-3420. (590612)

CLASSIC, NEWLY REMODELED HOME in highly desirable West Leigh neighborhood! Light drenched Florida room, handsomely appointed library, farmhouse kitchen and airy dining room. Generous deck allows ample opportunity to soak in the magnificent view of rolling hills and pasture. 3 stall horse barn, extensively landscaped yard with mature trees, clay tennis court. $995,000. Michelle Pike, 434-964-7125. (588725)

WONDERFUL UNIVERSITY LOCATION on Lewis Mountain Road. Walk to Grounds for classes, lectures and concerts. Close to University of Virginia athletic events. A generally quiet neighborhood conducive to walking. A superb location. $760,000. John Updike, 434-242-7711. (586896)

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EXPANISVE MOUNTAIN VIEWS, with long river frontage, pond and multiple commanding home sites, there is much to love about this property on +/- 95 acres. There are numerous division rights for those considering investment or multiple home sites. Property has been in the same family for multiple generations. $1,140,000. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (592793)

SITUATED JUST EAST of Charlottesville in Albemarle County and within 15 minutes of downtown and UVA, this private 25+/- acre parcel offers mature hardwood forest with a gorgeous, elevated building site. Clearing would allow views of the stunning Rivanna River frontage this parcel enjoys. $314,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-2428355. (592558)

LOCATED 3 MILES from the quaint town of Batesville, this privately situated building lot offers 15.38 acres. Parcel has spectacular panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views and is located within the Western Albemarle School District. $149,500. info@stevewhiterealtor.com Steve White, 434-242-8355. (585085)

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EXPANSIVE WOODED LOT and convenient to everything. This lot is located at the end of a shared community road, offering tons of privacy and convenience. Property is very gently rolling and a good candidate for new construction with or without a basement. Less than a mile outside of Ruckersville. $57,500. MatthewWoodsonProperties.com 434-960-5187. (588171)

PERFECT BUILDING LOT at Wintergreen Resort offering more than should be expected at such a great price! Only a short walk to The Mountain Village, the slopes, shopping, The Market, & numerous restaurants in the hub of Virginia’s premier 4 season resort. There are so many design options for a lot such as this one. Imagine the possibilities! $10,000. Gavin Sherwood, 434-9620226. (582946)

THE WATERFRONT LOT you have been waiting for & one of the last premier water lots available offering BREATHTAKING views of Lake Monticello ~ YearRound! Build your custom DREAM Home enjoying almost 520 ft. of prime waterfront Very private, level, cul-de-sac lot! Easy access to main gate. $334,900. The “YES” Team, Yonna & Keith Smith. 434-531-0817/434531-0795. (585334)

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JUST STEPS from the foyer a wall of built-in bookcases adorns the lovely library w/access to a spacious screen porch. Formal dining room attached to kitchen with Corian counters, stainless appliances, island with breakfast bar & ceramic floors. Cozy family room with FP & french doors leads to an aggregate patio. Spacious ensuite master, 3BR & updated hall bath. Terrace level w/one-car garage & income-producing apartment. $494,500. Steve White, 434-2428355. (592607) Directions: Rio Rd to Old Brook Rd to right onto Berwick Ct. House on the left.

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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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Exceptional 1 story brick home with a deep sitting porch and lovely back patio. 3 bedrooms with optional 4th (could be living room or a library) on main level. A light-filled, eat in kitchen opens to a large, gracious family room with gas fireplace and crown molding. Beautiful 6 ‘ Castilian walnut floors. Large master suite with wal k in closet and tray ceiling. An open staircase leads to the full, walk out terrace level which includes: family room, full bath, guest quarters, exercise room/meditation room, as well as a huge unfinished room for storage. Multiple green features. $659,900

710 MISTLAND TRAIL

FOUR SEASONS IN GREENE Come take a look at this beautiful home backing to the lake. So many features in this 4 BR, 3 BA house w/2-car garage. There’s a finished basement that includes a Kitchen-perfect for the in-laws or as a caretaker’s suite. An elevator will take you from the Master BR to the Bedroom downstairs! The Master Bath has a solar tube & roll-in shower, where you can pre-select your water temp so it’s the right temperature when you get in. The Kitchen on the main level has granite countertops, a gas range & a microwave/convection oven. There’s a gas fireplace, large Dining Room & other nooks for casual meals. The light filled Sun Room opens unto a Trex deck w/stairs leading down to the patio. And THE LAKE! MLS#592355, $435,000

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Meet Roxanne Carter-Johnston Roxanne Carter-Johnston is a REALTOR® with Nest Realty in Charlottesville. She is a Charlottesville native and currently resides in Fluvanna. She is married to Cory Johnston, a local small business owner, and mother of three daughters. When she is not busy with her REALTOR® duties and spending time with her family, Mrs. Carter-Johnston enjoys volunteering throughout the community. She currently serves on the Fluvanna County Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors, Fluvanna County Volunteers Advisory Committee and is involved with the Tandem Friends School Admissions Panel. She was a co-chair of the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce-hosted 2018 Quadruplicity women’s conference. “I love the Charlottesville area and what I love more is supporting local businesses, and supporting our community through non-profit work, volunteerism, and donor giving. It’s my goal to ‘lead by example’ and ‘be the change,’ and my mission is to encourage others of all races, ages, backgrounds, and income levels that they have the right to homeownership,” says Carter-Johnston. n

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251-acre farm overlooking the James River with Blue Ridge Mountain 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

A beautiful country home set on 39.6 acres at the foot of the Blue Ridge. The main house includes formal and informal living rooms, a library, and a spacious master suite. The grounds feature beautiful gardens, a pond, and panoramic mountain views. The property also includes a c. 1790 cabin which has been meticulously restored into a 1-bedroom guest house. MLS#587914 $4,475,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

HUGE BLUE RIDGE VIEW!

Custom contemporary farmhouse on 9.8 acres in Greenwood, close to I-64 and Crozet. Elevated site, completely renovated and enlarged 4 BR home with many beautiful architectural features. MLS#591615 $1,185,000. Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

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

WILLIAM COX HOUSE

HISTORIC, circa 1770, on 28 beautiful, mostly open acres with great Blue Ridge Mountain views and river frontage. Residence enlarged and completely remodeled in the past ten years. MLS#581306 $1,100,000 Jim Faulconer 434.981.0076

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6-BR brick home situated on 1.87 park-like acres featuring excellent flow throughout its many spacious rooms. Amenities include a library/study, a third-floor vaulted ceiling room, and 3-car garage. MLS#589715 $1,685,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

IVY

5 BR brick residence just minutes west of Charlottesville & UVA. Inviting floor plan with flexible living space. Many amenities, features & updates. Grounds are attractively landscaped with mature trees & gardens. MLS#591709 $1,445,000 C. Dammann, 434.981.1250

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

AVENTADOR

Magnificent Georgian manor home with expert craftsmanship, fine details, gracious style, and modern amenities. Over 10,000 finished sq. ft. including 6 BR, 6 full and 2 half baths, main-level master, fabulous eat-in kitchen, and numerous entertaining spaces. Guest home, and 39 acres with panoramic pastoral and mountain views in a protected area 16 miles from Charlottesville. MLS#588130 $2,950,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

ECHO CREEK FARM

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

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BELLAIR

Immaculate, 5-BR, 5.5-BA home on outstanding lot overlooking lake and Birdwood Golf Course. Generous interior spaces and exceptional outdoor spaces with patio, screened porch, and courtyard. MLS#592058 $1,945,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

NORTH DOWNTOWN

Exceptional City home is an easy walk to everything Downtown. Immaculate, up to date, and expanded for true 1-level living. So much more than your typical 4-BR, 3.5-BA, .6 ac lot, 2-car garage home. MLS#591271 $1,749,000 Dora Conway, 434.825.5742

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

OLD TRAIL

2-BR, 2.5-BA townhome in sought-after Old Trail community, 12 miles west of Charlottesville. First level includes upgraded stainless and granite kitchen, spacious living room with fireplace, and dining area. MLS#583217 $259,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1893

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

TAYLOR MOUNTAIN FARM

Private, lovely views and convenient building site in the desirable Western School District, 15 minutes to town. Potential for division with 3 development rights and adjoining hundreds of conserved acres MLS#585227 $350,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

MURRAY LANE

No HOA!!!! Beautiful 21 acres, privately situated in small Ivy subdivision, just 10 miles west, at end of culdu-sac, state-maintained road, underground electric in place. MLS#579399 $289,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076

TAYLOR CREEK ROAD

Picturesque 139-acre mountain property in Heards that climbs from the road to the top of the mountain. Good road frontage, creek, great access, internal road network in place for easy access. MLS#572750 $399,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

NARAMATA

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

ROBINSON WOODS

4-bedroom home built by R.L. Beyer Custom Homes as model home. Neighborhood common areas. A bit of country in the City yet just minutes from Downtown and UVA. MLS#584695 $524,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250

JACKS SHOP ROAD

155+ acres, level to gently rolling mature pine forest with long frontage on the Rapidan River. Excellent for retreat or permanent residence. Convenient to Madison, Ruckersville and Charlottesville. MLS#572541 $1,068,600 Steve McLean 434.981.1863

GILBERT STATION ROAD

Wonderfully private, 67-acre tract of land approximately 11 miles north of Charlottesville in Barboursville. Mostly wooded with a creek and road frontage. Tremendous views. MLS#552156 $565,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863

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istoric Keswick is known for its natural beauty, its gently rolling hills, and its large estates and horse farms. Called the “Eden of the United States” by Thomas Jefferson, today it is an unincorporated area in eastern Albemarle County that derives much of its charm from its primarily rural and residential nature featuring only a few scattered businesses and no central industrial area. Horse lovers and other homebuyers who enjoy the privacy of living on large tracts of land can find what they need in Keswick if they are patient, as agents report there is not a lot of inventory. Buyers who prefer the safety of a gated neighborhood can check out the communities of Glenmore and Keswick Estate, both of which provide security along with the social life and amenities that come with country club and golf course lifestyles. And just outside of Glenmore’s gate is Rivanna Village featuring single family homes, villas and townhomes, the latter starting at $280 thousand.

Country Living with Convenience Part of Keswick’s appeal is that residents can enjoy country living and still be very close to town. They can jump on either Route 250 or Interstate 64 and be in Charlottesville with all its restaurants, shops and cultural activities, in just a few minutes. And more options await at 5th Street Station from a theater and restaurants to shopping of all kinds plus healthcare, groceries and haircuts. The onsite Rivanna Fire Station at Rivanna Village is a big plus to the residents of Glenmore and surrounding neighborhoods as well, explains Marina Ringstrom with Long and Foster Real Estate. Keswick residents with home and garden improvement in mind can avoid traffic on 29 North by driving east a short distance to Lowes at Zion Crossroads. While there they can stop at Walmart for other essentials, and for more upscale shopping, Short Pump is just a 30- to 45-minute scenic drive further east. Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital at Peter Jefferson Place is just ten min-

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Stunning, 522-acre private sanctuary in the Southwest Mountains and heart of Keswick. Impressive grounds, farm, and manor home—built circa 2008—with the highest quality craftsmanship and materials and great attention paid to every unique detail. Over 14,000 finished square feet of gracious living space, with two other homes, and a barn. MLS#586571 www.BramblewoodVa.com

Long after other homes have crumbled, the stone walls of ARCOURT will remain-a testament to the superb quality construction used to create this one-of-a-kind French-inspired estate on 22 acres in Keswick Hunt Country, Completely fenced for horses, 3-stall stable, guest quarters. Beautiful mountain and pastoral views. MLS#588398 $2,345,000

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Annie Gould Gallery A unique art gallery located in the heart of Historic Downtown Gordonsville. Offering an assortment of works by artists from around the country. 121-B South Main Street Gordonsville • (540) 832-6352 www.facebook.com/anniegouldgallery www.instagram.com/anniegouldgallery Brigitte Turquois Freeman

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Significant historic gem in the heart of Keswick with a lovingly restored and updated circa 1788 main house with attached tavern, two dependencies and party barn on four acres. Gracious living inside and out. Views of the historic Southwest Mountains and only minutes to Charlottesville and the University of Virginia. MLS#587033 $2,250,000

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Cobham Creek Farm in Keswick

A thoughtfully designed 26 acre equestrian farmstead set among large estates just 20 minutes from Charlottesville. The main residence, once a barn, was restored and expanded by noted contractor Ralph Dammann. Common spaces include a formal living room with heart-pine flooring and an intricate period mantled fireplace, a large conservatory and a sunroom opening to a sweeping flagstone terrace replete with Koi pool and surrounding landscape features. There are 3 bedrooms with full baths, all very private, plus a guest’s powder room. A newer whole-house generator sits aside the 2-car garage which is accessed from the house by a short dog trot. A small, stocked pond borders the front lawn and long driveway.MLS# 587685 $1,695,000

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utes away and a “huge draw,” Ringstrom continues. This state-of-the-art hospital has all private rooms and 10 acres of green space plus walking trails and a pond for employees and visitors who need a break. US News ranks it high performing (significantly better than the national average) for both heart failure and knee replacement. Just a short distance from the Interstate, Martha Jefferson also offers plenty of free parking.

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Year-Round Natural Beauty Inspires Generosity Ask anyone what is special about Keswick and most will mention the spectacular natural beauty. “I have always called Keswick ‘the Ocala’ of Virginia due to the stunning and prominent presence of equestrian estates and farms that lie along Rt 22,” Ringstrom says. Kevin Holt, with Nest Realty, describes Keswick as a “fantastic, gorgeous place.” He loves the scenery, the estate homes and the horse properties. “It’s one of my favorite areas to show property,” he adds explaining that Keswick is particularly nice in the early fall. Murdoch Matheson with Frank Hardy Sotheby’s International Realty explains that Keswick “is truly one of the most eclectic and unique in the

Charlottesville area. It links residents of all kinds, large landowners, horse people, sportsmen, outdoorsmen, athletes, UVA types and those affiliated with historic preservation. [This includes interest in] places like Monticello and Montpelier as well as many [who are] involved in land preservation,” via conservation easement.

Conservation easements allow owners to donate their right to develop or subdivide their property to an organization that in turn agrees to hold and never exercise them. The permanent agreement transfers with the property affecting all heirs and future owners. “You have an area like the southwest mountains with one of the largest

continuous collections of farms and acreage under permanent conservation easement. So there is an obvious sense of altruism and philanthropic example and it is pervasive,” Matheson says. Local interest in philanthropic activities goes beyond land conservation. Matheson describes the popularity of “benefits to raise money for organiza-

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Coming soon! Rare find in Albemarle County on 7 acres just 10 minutes from Charlottesville. Extremely well maintained brick rancher on full basement with detached 2 car garage, outbuildings with electricity and water. Park like setting. Includes a separate 3+ acre buildable lot More details and photos soon! Janet Bradley HomeSell Realty

Offered for the first time in over 50 years, “Twin Ponds” is in the heart of the Keswick. Solidly built for the current owners, there are four bedrooms and two and one-half baths with a full unfinished basement. The roof was replaced in 2018 and all windows were replaced in 2013. On a knoll overlooking the two stream-fed ponds for which the Property is named, the residence is privately situated well off Gordonsville Road with beautiful views of the Southwest Mountains. The land is evenly divided between pasture and mature forest. There are division rights should one wish to build additional residences. $565,000 Contact Joe Samuels

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Open Gate Tucked back on a quiet country lane in beautiful Somerset, this parcel is completely surrounded by properties under conservation easement. The terrain gently rises 120’ from the road frontage, affording the opportunity for unsurpassed panoramic views that are protected in perpetuity. The area is known for deep and fertile soils and excellent water. Ten minutes from the charming towns of Orange and Gordonsville, 30 minutes from Charlottesville, and under two hours from Washington. $350,000 For More Details Call Julia Parker Lyman

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FAIR FAIR VIEW VIEW -- c. c. 1856 1856 brick brick Georgian Georgian manor manor home home encompasses encompasses four four levels levels of of living living space space totaling totaling 9,000 9,000 s.f. with 10’ ceilings and heart pine floors throughout s.f. with 10’ ceilings and heart pine floors throughout as as well well as as numerous numerous fireplaces fireplaces and and original original moldings moldings and and woodwork. woodwork. MLS MLS 585034 585034 $2,975,000 $2,975,000

HIGHLAND HIGHLAND ORCHARD ORCHARD -- Nearly Nearly 1,000 1,000 acres acres in inAlbemarle Albemarle County, County, Virginia Virginia 20 20 min min from from Charlottesville. Charlottesville. Situated Situated among among the headwaters of the Hardware River, Highland the headwaters of the Hardware River, Highland Orchard Orchard features a rolling pasture and woodland with a stylish residence features a rolling pasture and woodland with a stylish residence with spectacular spectacular views. views. MLS MLS 580935 580935 $9,500,000 $9,500,000 with

VERULAM VERULAM -- Over Over 500 500 acres acres with with more more than than 1,000 1,000 acres acres of of adjoining adjoining land land in in conservation conservation easement. easement. Farm Farm and and additional additional land offer trail riding unsurpassed this close to the city. Georgian land offer trail riding unsurpassed this close to the city. Georgian manor manor home, home, stables stables and and delightful delightful guest guest house house make make this this the the most interesting interesting offering offering in in Virginia. Virginia. MLS MLS 583494 583494 $15,800,000 $15,800,000 most

STONES STONES THROW THROW -- 42-acre 42-acre country country estate estate in in Keswick, Keswick, VA. VA. Built Built in in 2005 2005 the the main main residence residence has has 6-bedrooms, 6-bedrooms, 9bathrooms, 9bathrooms, 66 fireplaces, large 1st floor master, infinity swimming pool fireplaces, large 1st floor master, infinity swimming pool and and hot tub, tub, stable stable and and riding riding ring ring with with paddocks paddocks on on all all sides. sides. MLS MLS hot 585648 $3,250,000 $3,250,000 585648

SLATE SLATE HILL HILL -- Original Original design design combining combining traditional traditional Virginia Virginia farmhouse farmhouse style style with with elegant elegant Swedish Swedish charm. charm. Designed by Bethany Puopolo. 45 acres Designed by Bethany Puopolo. 45 acres w/ w/ guest guest cottage, 33 Ponds, Ponds, paddocks, paddocks, barns, barns, gardens, gardens, and and sport sport cottage, courts. MLS MLS 591806 591806 $$ 2,500,000. 2,500,000. courts.

BLOOMINGDALE BLOOMINGDALE -- Built Built in in 1840, 1840, Bloomingdale Bloomingdale is is aa noteworthy noteworthy Orange Orange County, County, VA VA historic historic property property located located in in the the heart heart of of Somerset. Somerset. The The Federal Federal manor manor has has aa magnificent magnificent center center hall with with grand grand proportioned proportioned rooms rooms (11 (11 ft. ft. ceilings ceilings on on main main hall floor) and and fireplaces fireplaces in in every every room. room. MLS MLS 567939 567939 $1,275,000 $1,275,000 floor)

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MEADOW MEADOW HILL HILL FARM FARM -- c. c. 1910 1910 Farm Farm house house manor manor on on 14 14 stunning stunning acres acres in in Greenwood Greenwood VA. VA. Perched Perched above Stockton Creek with views of the Blkue above Stockton Creek with views of the Blkue Ridge Ridge Mountains. Only Only 15 15 mins mins to to downtown downtown Charlottesville Charlottesville Mountains. in coveted coveted Western Western Albemarle. Albemarle. in

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ROSEMONT ROSEMONT -- Extraordinary Extraordinary Ivy, Ivy, VA VA Farm Farm of of nearly nearly 50 50 acres acres in in the the heart heart of of rural rural life life but but only only minutes minutes from from town. town. The The manor home includes 5 bedrooms and an expansive garden manor home includes 5 bedrooms and an expansive garden and living living area, area, accompanied accompanied by by aa pool pool and and vineyard, vineyard, private private and offices, barns barns and and guest guest cottage. cottage. Rosemont Rosemont is is magnificent. magnificent. offices,

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1108 HILLTOP RD - Rarely does a property come available with so many excellent qualities. Period Charlottesville Georgian designed by Marshall Wells built in the late 1930’s. This property is one of the best locations in town. MLS 588265 $2,600,000

626 PRESTON PLACE - Great opportunity near UVA, charming neighborhood and centrally located in Charlottesville. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, fenced yard, storage shed and beautiful outdoor terrace, second story porch. MLS 589655 $675,000

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419 2ND ST NE - Downtown Charlottesville home c. 1920 with high ceilings and rear porch that is magical overlooking a private city yard. A rare offering with open floor plan, 3 bedrooms and additional 2-bdroom garden apartment. Do not miss this opportunity. MLS 588413 $1,750,000

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SOCIAL HALL - Charlottesville’s premier Downtown residence. c. 1814. Complete renovation by Bushman Dreyfus. Private oasis, one block from Downtown Mall. Three floors of living space. Grand entertaining rooms, guest house, pool.

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2155 DOGWOOD LN - Sited on one of Farmington’s largest parcels. Constructed in 2001 to uncompromising standards. 6 bed/8 bath residence has mountain views & 2 covered rear porches. Triple hung windows, 4 fireplaces & Gaston & Wyatt mill work. Guest cottage.

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109 N BENNINGTON RD - Well appointed brick house, recently renovated in excellent condition with proximity to shopping a Barracks Road Shopping Center. The kitchen appliances are stainless steel with granite counter tops. MLS 589763 $550,000

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21 ACRES IVY CREEK - BROOK RD - Perhaps one of Albemarle County’s most valuable building;ding site, this 21-acre tract in the coveted Ivy Creek area behind Farmington Country Club is surrounded on virtually all sides by land under conservation easement.

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428 2ND ST NE - Dream House Downtown, proximity to the Charlottesville pedestrian mall on one of the city’s best North downtown streets. The stucco Victorian house has great proportions, 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with space for intimate gardens and privacy. MLS 588413 $895,000.

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KESWICK ESTATE - Located only 5 miles east of Charlottesville Keswick Estate offers the best building opportunities in the area. Adjoining the Keswick Hall and Golf Club with current renovations underway at the Hotel and and newly designed Pete Dye Golf Course.

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tions from Martha Jefferson or UVA Children’s hospital, [to the] SPCA, Boys and Girls club, the list goes on. They all take place in venues like Keswick Hall or at a private house or barn. “The people there are wildly generous and supportive, and it’s found at all levels, not just the handful of property owners of large farms, though they do set an admirable standard,” he adds.

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Tucked in a quiet and peaceful setting down a delightfully treelined lane is this attractive, three-story clapboard house. First floor master suite, five additional bedrooms, house, built in 2000, can easily handle large gatherings or simply a few by one of six fireplaces. 10’ ceilings, spacious rooms, and excellent quality are several of the numerous features of the home. All on 91 gently rolling acres, great views and stream. MLS#574119 $2,395,000

Janice Kavanagh with Nest Realty describes Keswick as “a beautiful area, with gorgeous estates and equestrian properties that come on the market and move relatively fast. Buyers know they are acquiring a piece of the gorgeous Virginia Countryside.” One example is a “beautiful horse property” purchased by some of her clients. It was only on the market two days when they made a full price offer. The buyers, professional equestrians, had been looking for just the right property for 14 months and this one

Buyers for high end properties include “current, long established Keswick property owners making horizontal trades, or upgrading in square footage and/or numbers of acres,” Nelson says. He also sees University alums as well as CEOs and presidents of firms or corporations. About the Keswick market, Sharon Merrick with Roy Wheeler Realty says “the phones are ringing more.” She hears from buyers with kids who want a weekend country home in Keswick with a view of the mountains. Others are families who purchased in a nearby subdivision before they realized what they really wanted was to live on acreage. She also works with her share of retirees. Recent clients include two couples, each with children in DC. Train service from Charlottesville makes it easy to visit back and forth. Another one of Merrick’s recent sales was to a young couple from Lexington, Kentucky who are UVA stu-

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Homes in communities like Keswick Estate, Glenmore and Rivanna Village are part of a very different Keswick market.

MECHUNK CREEK FARM

Circa 1910 traditional 5-bedroom home, approximately 7,000 finished square feet, completely modernized with beautiful lawn shaded by majestic oak trees in middle of 216 private Keswick Hunt Country acres, only 10 miles from Charlottesville. Land is mostly lush pasture, 2 lakes, 23-stall stable with 2 apartments, large shop/equipment building with guest suite. MLS#590458 $3,200,000 Jim Faulconer| 434.981.0076|email: jfaulconer@mcleanfaulconer.com 503 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville VA 22903 www.mcleanfaulconer.com

met their needs perfectly. She adds that country home or second home properties in Keswick “do move fairly fast, at prices close to asking.” “There is always a demand for farm and estate properties,” says Rob Nelson with Frank Hardy Sotheby’s International Realty, “yet inventory will always be small and select.” Currently “the farm segment is quiet, primarily because there is next to no inventory at the higher end,” he continues. He and Frank Hardy, his firm’s Principal Broker, currently have a “nice smaller horse farm listed at under $2 million and have had recent sales in the $3 to $8 million range.”

dents. They were fortunate to buy a cottage in Keswick from someone who had lived there 40 years and was downsizing. The property was only on the market 17 days when they made their offer. Homes in communities like Keswick Estate, Glenmore and Rivanna Village are part of a very different Keswick market. Matheson describes the market at Keswick Estate, a neighborhood built around a Peter Dye Golf course, as “very active.” Keswick Hall (“a 5-star luxury experience with tennis and swimming”) is a big part of the attraction and is in process of undergoing

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Seller is pursuing unique investment opportunity and for a short while is willing to consider ANY and ALL OFFERS! Beautiful Traditional 2-Story with Finished Terrace Level on large wooded private lot in Glenmore. Outstanding renovated kitchen, new cabinetry in the Great Room, fresh paint, power washed, cleaned carpets and fresh mulch - ready for new owner! Wonderful traffic flow for entertaining and living large. First floor Master with 2nd Master on Terrace Level. Jak & Jill Bath on 2nd Level. Bright and airy terrace level with Family Room, Game Room with Wet Bar and exercise room. Loads of storage space. Entertaining Kitchen possible on Terrace Level. Everyone will love their private space in this home! Fantastic home for entertaining and just enjoying life. Offering Seller Financing! MLS# 590897 $839,000

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2461 PENDOWER LANE $782,000 Looking for quality and feel of new without the wait... this is it! One level living, open floor plan featuring an open kitchen with quartz countertops and granite topped oversized center island, hickory floors and 10’ ceilings. You will find gorgeous custom lighting and window treatments throughout. Light, bright and so very spacious this home offers it all...3505 finished sq feet, 3 bedrms/ 3 full baths, 1ST FLOOR MASTER SUITE, plus a FLEXROOM which can serve as an office or overflow for guests. Expand your living or entertaining space to the oversized screened porch which overlooks a patio and beautiful outdoor stone fireplace!Lower level offers family room/man cave, wet bar, fireplace, bedroom & full bath. Tons unfinished space! MLS# 580657

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This custom designed and built home is priced to sell! Brick exterior, wrap around front porch, huge screened in porch, terrace level patio w/ hot tub and a wonderful private back yard are your outdoor features. Easy living floor plan w/ a 1st floor master suite, family room w/ a cathedral ceiling, expansive kitchen with maple cabinets, granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. 2nd floor has 3 generous BR and 2 BA and the terrace level features a 2nd master bedroom suite, an office, another family room and lots of storage. 3 car garage!

Spectacular, architecturally designed on a cul de sac providing privacy in the GATED community, GLENMORE. Extensive crown molding, hardwood floors throughout the 1st and 2nd level, gourmet kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances incl. 5 burner gas range, double ovens and huge pantry. Luxurious master suite with recently renovated ensuite bath. Expansive screened porch and deck to enjoy wooded views. Fin. walk out terrace level with game/rec room, gym, BR, full bath and cedar closet. 3 CAR GARAGE with space for golf cart. 50% disc. to Membership in Glenmore Country Club is available to Purchaser.

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Custom Gaffney Home on a tree lined corner site with southern exposure. Open floor plan, stunning wood burning/gas logs great room stone FP and hand chiseled mantle, cherry hardwood floors and lots of light. Remodeled kitchen with cherry cabinets and stainless appliances, freshly painted interior, new HVAC, library w/ 4 bookshelves, 1st floor master suite with tray ceiling, TREX deck, true divided light windows and generous sized closets. Easy access to walking paths & short walk to the Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pools, Golf, Tennis, Sports Field & Dog Park.

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Classic custom designed colonial home featuring an ideal floor plan and private neighborhood setting on a quiet cul de sac. Wall of windows allow plenty of natural light throughout the home. Newly renovated striking kitchen with quartz countertops & subway backsplash, gas cooktop and beautiful white painted cabinets. Elegant touches throughout including cathedral ceilings, crown molding, built-ins, chair rail and gleaming hardwood flooring. This impressive home is ready for immediate occupancy, freshly painted, new carpeting and new light fixtures. The first floor bedroom has a handicapped equipped full bath and a couple of rooms can be designated for your favorite hobby, home office or bonus room.

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a multi-million-dollar expansion that includes a partnership with internationally known Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Keswick Estate buyers range from families with children to retirees whose kids have grown and now want “a secure and luxurious experience, one where they can lock up and leave with ease.” He adds that “for some of these buyers, a house in Keswick Estate may not be their only home, but likely it is their primary address.” Ringstrom describes the Glenmore market as “brisk when factoring in new construction and well-priced resale homes, especially those over $900 thousand. Homes in Glenmore sell 12 months of the year due to its rare beauty, prime location and wonderful family country club atmosphere,” she continues. A resident of Glenmore since 1996 Ringstrom can’t imagine living anywhere else. Currently, there are 39 resales homes on the market and 27, both new and resale, under contract. “Those are amazing under contract numbers!” She adds.

Rivanna Village, a Ryan Homes community, is located just outside Glenmore’s gates and features single family homes with finished basements and an 18-acre community park. Prices start in the $380 thousands. For those who want to spend their free time hiking, playing golf or visiting friends, the community offers maintenance-free villa homes with first floor owners’ suites starting at $399 thousand, Kavanagh says, adding that they “have sold well.” Buyers are attracted to new construction, she continues, and when builders offer closing cost incentives along with upgrades, “this entices buyers at this price point.” Rivanna Village townhomes are also now available for sale, starting at $280 thousand. Hurry and buy soon, and you can get moved and settled into your new home in time for Thanksgiving.

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and has been part of American culture since the 1600s. The Club website says that today this sport is sometimes called fox chasing since killing the animal is not really the purpose. They add that “contrary to many forms of hunting, American fox hunters undertake stewardship of the land, and endeavor to maintain fox populations and habitats.” Recently the Club underwent a “massive renovation,” Merrick says, which improved it while still keeping the charm of the original structure. Changes include an HVAC system and a much-updated kitchen and baths. In addition, the hounds now enjoy all new kennels, which are “just beautiful,” she says. The project was initiated by “the generosity of a small group,” Matheson notes, “but received close to 100 percent participation by Hunt Club members.” They were rewarded by “a sensational response” to the renovations during the annual Keswick Horse show in May, he adds. Proceeds from this Club sponsored event go to support local charities. The Club is also available for rental for other kinds of events. “While the horse world remains the backbone of Keswick,” many participants and Hunt Club members are not

riders at all, but they pitch in and work together with those that are, Matheson says. At the 2019 Keswick Horse Show he observed all manner of Keswick residents volunteering at the food booth, “working side by side flipping burgers.” Another Keswick icon is the Grace Episcopal Church where fox hunters gather every Thanksgiving for the blessing of the hounds, the oldest ceremony of its kind in this country, and part of the fox hunting tradition. This year it too benefitted from a renovation, which was motivated by damage to the pipe organ. Sunday worshipers have been meeting in the parish hall until the work is completed, Merrick says. When it is finished it will be beautiful, she adds, stating it will be a place for concerts and other events that will be open to the public. If a gracious country lifestyle just 15 minutes from town is what you want, ask your REALTOR® about Keswick. You’ll find many options to choose from plus a chance to participate in an active community of other homeowners who appreciate the area as much as you do. Celeste Smucker is a writer and blogger who lives near Charlottesville.

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Spectacular setting along golf course, Rivanna River and sevenmile Rivanna Hiking Trail. Elegant home built circa 1999 by one of Charlottesville’s best contractors. Features include 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, over 7000 finished square feet and spacious rooms with high or vaulted ceilings. Not another estate home in Charlottesville has such a magnificent, private setting with countless country club amenities! MLS#589447 $1,629,000 Jim Faulconer| 434.981.0076|email: jfaulconer@mcleanfaulconer.com 503 Faulconer Drive, Charlottesville VA 22903 www.mcleanfaulconer.com

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Beautifully maintained Glenmore Cottage on a quiet cul-de-sac. 1st floor offers welcoming Foyer, spacious Living Room w/ built-ins, fireplace, Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen w/ bay window, Laundry Room, Screen Porch off of Living Room plus 2-car garage. 2nd floor offers a large 3rd Bedroom Suite and 344 U/F attic storage! Hardwood in Foyer, Living Rm, Dining Rm, Kitchen. Plantation Shutters or custom blinds throughout. New Trane Heat Pump 2016, New Roof/ exhaust fans & venting 2017, New duct work throughout, crawl space encapsulated w/dehumidifier 2018, New ceramic tile in Hall Bath & 3rd BR Bath. PLUS GLENMORE LIFESTYLE! MLS# 582663 $494,900

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5028 Free Union Road Conveniently located 4BR, 3 1/2 BA three-story townhome in likenew condition! Near to Pen Park, the Downtown Mall and Stonefield! Features an open main level ideal for entertaining! Modern kitchen with stainless appliances! Attached garage, entry level bedroom with full bath, 2nd level Master bedroom and two additional bedrooms add to the value! An oversized patio highlights the delightful fenced backyard area just waiting for the fun to start!

MLS 592495

$339,900

4BD, 3.5 BA home set on 3.5 acres fronting bucolic Free Union Road with beautiful views of Buck Mountain. The open floor plan features an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room and large family room. The large, private back yard is level with an oversized garage.

MLS 588048

Unique, contemporary home, set on a private hilltop in Western Albemarle Co, originally built as a retreat. Panoramic Blue Ridge Mtn views, 4 BD, 3 BA, over 3100 finished sq ft, multi-tiered decks to take advantage of the views! Easy commutes to Charlottesville, Waynesboro, Wintergreen and 151 Trail!

$685,000

Custom built home in Fontana just minutes from downtown Cville. This 5 BD, 3.5 BA home features an open floorplan and hardwood floors as well as a walk-out terrace level set on a third of an acre.

MLS 588760

Broomfield Farms, a new subdivision in eastern Albemarle County is part of the Mount Ida Reserve Community. These 6-30 acre lots enjoy Blue Ridge views while offering private home sites bordered by mature trees and rolling pastures. Starting at $100,000.

Beautiful farm 20 minutes east of Pantops in Charlottesville offers woods, pasture, barn and equipment shed, paddocks, fenced garden and orchard area, solar panels and large salt water pool as well as a 3 BD 2.5 BA home with numerous upgrades including a generator

$895,000

468 Rocky Road

190 Lynx Farm Lane River Frontage on the Conway River, a premiere Virginia trout fishing river, and Mountain Views. Twenty Five minutes to NGIC/Hollymead, 20 minutes to the Skyline Drive and close proximity to wineries, hiking and riding trails. Large first and second story covered porch, fire pit, two large sheds. Located close to the end of a private road in a quiet neighborhood.

MLS 589618

$459,900

Broomfield Farms

2376 Courthouse Road

MLS 588017

$589,888

2230 Montalcino Way

9611 Critzers Shop Road

MLS 585539

$219,000

Income producing property on 3.86 acres on 2 buildable lots. 7 miles from Cville. The 1800 sq ft ground level addition has 2 BRs w/attached Ba., a Great Room with gf, eat-in bar, heated floors in kitchen and all Ba. The kitchen is for a the serious chef w/ commercial oven and dishwasher w/ generous cabinet & counter space. Apartment w/1 BR & Bath w/open floor plan.

MLS 589127

$565,000

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

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apartment on the 2nd floor • New roof,wall heat/ac units • Great front porch, private fenced yard and off-street parking.

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YOUR HOUSE ON Airbnb? BY EMILY CURRIER

Airbnb has changed the landscape of travel by turning homeowners into hosts and weary travelers into welcome guests. If you are considering taking the leap into Airbnb hosting and want to capitalize on this rapidly expanding marketplace, a good place to start is airbnb.com or the app itself.

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Free Signup The site makes the process relatively painless and, understandably, quite alluring by offering sign-up without a fee and, for Charlottesville area residents, an appealing monthly earning potential of $2,205. This amount is, of course, an estimate. It assumes your unit is booked 15 nights per month at the forecasted daily rates, which are based on average prices for listings in similar locations and does not take into account local laws and fees.

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The Fine Print Airbnb provides free Host Protection Insurance of up to $1,000,000 USD for bookings. This insurance covers hosts in the event that a guest files a lawsuit or claim against them for bodily injury or if there is an instance of property damage that occurs within the space during a stay. Hosts can file their claims directly through Airbnb’s Resolution Center. For general inquiries or issues, Airbnb provides a toll-free customer service contact number for hosts and guests in multiple countries. They also provide a message center, though no email address is made readily available. The phone line can be notoriously frustrating to navigate, so insiders recommend tweeting directly at Airbnb via Twitter for high priority issues. Airbnb’s website touches on the legality of its services and what potential hosts need to consider beyond their monthly earning potential before welcoming strangers into their homes. They make crystal clear they are not your lawyer, but they do extend some

license as well as the necessary forms for remitting the monthly transient occupancy tax.

Consult Applicable Parties basic tips on nearly universal rules and regulations that provide a jumping off point for further investigation. For units in larger cities, Airbnb provides specific breakdowns of the steps one needs to take to make their venture legal. In smaller cities, or for those with lingering questions, they recommend consulting your local government, a lawyer, or a tax professional.

Charlottesville City Buried in the Commissioner of Revenue under Lodging Tax, the City of Charlottesville offers a single, seemingly straightforward page on the local how-tos of starting your own Airbnb. The first outlined step for any Airbnb or Homestay Operator is to complete and submit the Homestay Provisional Use Permit to the Department of Neighborhood Development Services in City Hall. After this, contact the Commissioner of the Revenue to obtain a Business License and register to collect and remit the City’s Transient Occupancy Tax. These forms carry an undisclosed fee and should be returned to the indicated address. Approval means the Department of Neighborhood Development Services will issue the necessary Homestay permit and the Commissioner of the Revenue’s Office will supply a business

Beyond checking the bureaucratic boxes, do your due diligence as a responsible homeowner by consulting with your neighbors and, if applicable, your HOA and/or landlord. Before approaching any of these parties about your interest in hosting, come prepared with research on the specifics of the city or county laws. If you do not know their exact expectations, do not be afraid to ask for more details. It is advisable to be accommodating to their recommendations or requests for certain property rules. Many HOAs will flat out deny your request to host an Airbnb or require a minimum stay of a certain number of nights. A real estate lawyer, not Google, will be your best resource to consult for tackling this issue if you are still committed to hosting. A trip down the Google rabbit hole will give advice about skirting HOA rules in spite of the threat of fines and flat-out being kicked out.

Clear Expectations Essential As a host, it is important for both you and your guests to establish clear expectations. Your unit listing will include a breakdown of house rules that can range from anything as general as no smoking and no parties to more specific rules such as no shoes in the house or quiet hours.

This area of your listing page is also a good place to mention caveats to the property such as the need to climb stairs to get to the unit, that the space is not suitable for children of a certain age, parking logistics, or a whole range of topics that may arise. Beyond creating firm boundaries, it is important to maintain consistent communication with your guests, preferably within the confines of the app itself for the sake of leaving a paper trail when all is said and done. While they may prefer a “hands-off” experience, guests will still appreciate your attentiveness when they have questions about parking, travel, or unspoken house rules. Hosts and guests can resolve issues such as sending or requesting money without involving Airbnb directly by contacting their resolution center. Airbnb has opened up not only the way in which we travel but also the way in which we experience the world and how we interact with others. By becoming a host, you can play a pivotal role in how your guests experience Charlottesville and the surrounding areas. Moving past the legal ins-and-outs, being a host can be a joyful opportunity to open up your own world as well as to meet new people and see your community afresh through their eyes. n Emily Currier is a Charlottesville native and graduate of Emory University. After living for a time in Philadelphia she returned to the Blue Ridge Mountains to go back to school and enjoy the fresh, country air.

GODALMING Ruckersville

141 London Court

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Brent’s Farm

Gorgeous 2 ACRE setting in Greene County’s GODALMING community. The PANORAMIC VIEWS from this 4 bedroom RUCKERSVILLE residence are spectacular, and the resort style pool and pool house are just the beginning!

It is rare to have a farm of this caliber come on the market! With 170 acres of stunning pastures and forest, unparalleled Blue Ridge Mountain views, 726 feet of Tye River frontage, a stocked lake and 1.3 miles of road frontage on Jonesboro Road, it has it all. Amazing building sites. Do you want outstanding views? Build your dream home on one of the lush pastures and surround yourself with miles of mountains! Want elevated vistas? Go to the top of the property and clear out a view of the Tye River Valley with the mountains beyond and the river below. Have horses? This is the perfect place with fertile fields and plenty of water to go around. Feel like fishing? Drop a line in the private, inviting lake. Or sit on the dock with a good book and a cold beverage! And while it feels like you are a million miles away in your own little Shangri-la, you are really just 10–15 minutes from Nellysford, breweries, cideries, wineries, restaurants and shopping. Come see the best-kept secret in Nelson… bet you’ll want to stay! $1,500,000

$ 549,000

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4 bedrooms • 3 full baths • 1 half bath www.4438SunsetDrive.com Like-new, one owner home in great location (just across from NGIC/DIA off 29N). Light, bright, neutral and upgraded throughout. Finished terrace level features rec room with wet bar and built-in cabinetry. Short drive to shops, restaurants and more!

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4 bedrooms • 3 full baths • 1 half bath 3 bedrooms • 2 full baths 3 bedrooms • 3 full baths • 1 half bath www.600JonnaStreet.com www.1092AmberRidgeRoad.com www.2603BrownsGapTpke.com The perfect setting for an equestrian property, with mountain views a short drive to Quality built home with a mid-century modern flair backing to green space! Sophisticated Charming, move-in ready home in popular western Albemarle neighborhood. Crozet. Two 2 stall barns, run in sheds, fenced paddocks, room to ride. The ample main finishes in this one-level living home with finished basement, over-sized two car garage Everything on one level! Outside features a large fenced yard, floating deck, and shed. Lawn maintenance included! Minutes to Crozet! plus screened porch with gas fireplace and outdoor TV to soak in the mountain views. residence features stunning views from almost every window.

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If you have children or are pregnant and a landlord refuses to rent to you, requires a higher security deposit, limits the use of facilities, or says you can only live in certain areas of a housing complex ... that could be discrimination. And housing discrimination because of familial status is against the law. If you believe you may be a victim of housing discrimination, contact HUD or your local Fair Housing Center:

Visit www.hud.gov/fairhousing or call the HUD Hotline 1-800-669-9777 (voice) 1-800-927-9275 (TTY)

Your Choice. Your Right. Your Home. A public service message from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in partnership with the National Fair Housing Alliance. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status or disability. For more information, visit www.hud.gov/fairhousing.

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