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WOODTHRUSH LANE
Custom home in Northern Albemarle County. Set on 2 private wooded acres on a cul-de-sac. Enjoy the outdoors from the front porch, deck or patio. Large, built in place garden shed for storage or workshop. Open Main floor plan with great flow. Study/Library with built in bookshelves. Second floor with master and 3 additional bedrooms including Junior suite with skylights. Finished terrace level with separate access and radiant heated tile floors. Beautiful, landscaped terraced gardens. 2 miles from Preddy Creek Trail Park with 571 acre recreational area for hiking, mountain biking and riding. Owner/Agent $795,000
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PENNY LANE
Fabulous cottage tucked away on 12.5 acres with 1 division right. Top quality craftsmanship features; a copper roof and downspouts, vaulted ceilings, dramatic windows and artistic stonework.The first floor bath features a stone fireplace. Mature landscaping, wrap around porch, spring, stream and a detached studio all work to make this a compelling property. The studio has a fireplace with a beautiful walnut mantle. There are 2 sheds (a potting shed and another set up for miniature goats) $850,000
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ROBINSON WOODS
Bright, comfortable, and recently renovated house with a flexible floorplan. 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Features gas fireplace, wood floors, new appliances, granite countertops. Conveniently located in the city minutes from Downtown and UVA. MLS#620141 $670,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
OFF OF GARTH ROAD
12-acre country estate, west of Charlottesville. The 2-story, 5-BR, 4.5-BA manor home is surrounded by lovely mature gardens, plantings, trees, and beautiful spring-fed pond. Truly a rare offering with unsurpassed beauty, tranquility, and country living. MLS#617622 $2,500,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
WOODLANDS
Beautifully restored 1780s Colonial on 293 acres in Northampton County. This historic home has 4 BR, 3 full & 2 half BA. Property has access to the Machipongo River which flows into the Atlantic. Rare offering. MLS#614051 $1,495,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863 www.WoodlandsFarmVa.com
Spectacular and spacious contemporary residence on 14.3 acres. Situated between Ivy and Crozet. The interior features an open floor plan with quality details throughout, including Marvin windows, extensive custom millwork, 20 ft. high stone fireplace, superb kitchen/breakfast room, spacious master suite with dramatic spa bathroom. TOTAL: 4-5 BR, 4 full BA, 1 half BA. Exterior special features: copper roof, extensive Ipe deck, whole house generator, and heated pool. One huge feature: high speed fiber optic internet!!! MLS#623368 $2,375,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
MADISON
Over 560 acres of wooded land on Thoroughfare Mountain in Madison County. Three contiguous parcels, completely private, with endless possibilities. Hunt, ride ATVs, camp, build a weekend retreat or a permanent residence in total serenity. MLS#621697 $2,685,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
GALLISON HALL
Set on 43 park-like acres, this Farmington gem features a 1931-33 Georgian house, indoor pool and tennis facilities, spectacular Blue Ridge views, total privacy, and an exceptional close-to-town location. On historic registers. MLS#617686 $8,450,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
THE GLEASON
Open, extremely spacious floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. Enjoy expansive mountain and city views from inside or from one of 2 balconies. Secure garage parking. Ting Available. Walk to dining, shopping, and entertainment! MLS#621646 $1,495,000 Steve McLean, 434. 981.1863
HESSIAN HILLS
Brick ranch close to UVA. Open floor plan, front room with gas FP and skylights. Huge kitchen with upgraded appliances. Downstairs apartment has full BA, FP, kitchen, & private entrance. Agent related to owner. MLS#622003 $599,000 Gail Hubbard, 434.242.7073
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MEADOWBROOK HILLS
Located in one of the City’s most desirable neighborhoods, this lovely 3-bedroom, 3-bath, circa 1958 brick home is convenient to all that Charlottesville has to offer! This home is in great condition and features hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace and recently renovated kitchen. The Rivanna Trail, Meadow Creek Park, Bodo’s Bagels and more are just right across the street. Walkable to Barracks Road Shopping Center and the University of Virginia and just a short drive from Downtown. MLS#622783 $695,000 Will Faulconer 434-987-9455
HIGHLAND COUNTY
Come see the stars! 356-acre mountaintop farm and cabin retreat. Panoramic mountain, valley, and pastoral views. Charming cabin with 3 BR, 1 full BA, stone fireplace, 2 porches. Fire pit, equipment sheds, pond, and stream. (Owner/Agent) MLS#619945 $1,395,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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32 ACRES WITH DIVISION RIGHTS
Land is a mix of pasture and woods with a creek, long road frontage, and DIVISION RIGHTS. There is an old homesite with mountain views. MLS#622704 EXCELLENT PRICE $338,000. For details call: Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
ESTES RIDGE
Beautiful 14.7-acre tract of pristine land with both open fields and mature woods. So many possibilities for the property - create a small estate parcel with main residence and dependencies or enjoy recreational activities. No HOA! MLS#621176 $289,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
RAGGED MOUNTAIN FARM
Two wonderful estate parcels comprised of 185.01± acres, in coveted Ragged Mountain Farm. Excellent elevated building site, complete privacy, and beautiful views. Murray/Henley/Western school district. MLS#621083 $1,895,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
EDNAM FOREST
Wonderfully large 1.5+ acre building lot in Ednam Forest. Build your dream home on this elevated, wooded lot located in a single family community, minutes from UVA and within walking distance to Boar’s Head Resort. MLS#598537 $289,500 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
LONESOME MOUNTAIN ROAD
5-acre lot that has not been available for many years. This country but close-to-town location is conveniently located with quick access to Historic Downtown Mall, UVA, NGIC, airport, and North Fork Business Park. MLS#593160 $250,000 Charlotte Dammann, 434.981.1250
RAGGED MT. SUBDIVISION
4.32 acres, half open, high cleared building site on plateau, fantastic view, gently rolling for great yard, driveway in place. MLS#622663 $465,000 Jim Faulconer, 434.981.0076
MISSION HOME ROAD
146.88 acres in Albemarle & Greene County. Privacy & protection adjacent to the Shenandoah National Park! Full division rights & multiple home sites. Extraordinary timberland. Views of the mnt., along with easy access to trails & Skyline Drive. MLS#620276 $1,200,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
EMERALD RIDGE
Spectacular 22-acre lot in Western Albemarle! Wooded, wonderfully private and offers the ideal location for an elevated building site with the potential for big year-round views. Western schools! MLS#621504 $295,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
RIVER LAWN
Delightful combination of wood and pastureland with a spectacular bluff for a building site overlooking the James River in southern Albemarle County. Property is under easement with the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. MLS#569753 $745,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
WESLEY CHAPEL ROAD
Nice, mostly wooded residential building lot in Meriwether Lewis School District! Great privacy, 1.72± acres, beautiful rural setting in an area of large farm and estate properties. Located approximately 15 miles NW of Charlottesville. MLS#613685 $125,000 Steve McLean, 434.981.1863
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FOXWOOD FOREST
Beautiful 4-5 bedroom, smart wired home, nestled off the road in the neighborhood of Foxwood Forest with FIBER OPTIC INTERNET. 15 Minutes from Target/Harris Teeter. Minutes from NGIC and Research Park. MLS #619815 $795,000 Jennifer Moreira, 434.409.2844 (owner/agent)
NORTH DOWNTOWN
1920 Arts and Crafts bungalow 5 blocks north of the Downtown Mall. 2-story home offers LR with FP, DR, kitchen, 2-BR & 1 BA on the upper level. Separately metered lower-level apartment with 1-BR, 1-BA, kitchen, LR, & separate entrance. MLS#623414 $538,900. Tim Michel, 434.960.1124
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BROOK HOLLOW, KESWICK
This exceptional 15,000sf custom home created with exquisite craftsman-ship and luxurious attention to detail, sits in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Wintergreen. Built by Robb Construction, the floor plan is open and perfect for entertaining. Eucalyptus flooring leads you past mahogany doors and foyer to the dining room with a wagon wheel ceiling and alabaster and bronze chandelier. The great room is stunning with a 19’ barrel ceiling and two-story Rumford stone fireplace. The gourmet kitchen with wet bar, custom copper vessel sink from Italy, and butler’s pantry will delight you. Floor-to-ceiling mahogany creates warmth and elegance in the study. A sitting area and fireplace compliment the owner’s suite, and a fireplace near the bath invites relaxation. Located on the first floor, you also find a pool, sauna, and gym. A media and billiard room are located on the second level with three additional bedrooms. Wine cellar, banquet room with full bar, and apartment are on the terrace level. Entertaining continues outdoors with fire pit and grill on the upper patio and fireplace on the lower patio. For the most discerning buyer, Cardinal Rest is the perfect mountain retreat, or year-round primary residence. MLS 622288 $2,292,500
Comfortable and manageable Keswick estate of 38 acres. Three separate parcels, English cottage style main residence with 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, attached 2-car garage, home office, separate guest cottage, 6 stall shed row barn and separate storage building. Spectacular setting, well back from the road, opposite Castle Hill and adjoins Keswick Vineyards. Historic, spring and pond. Glorious westward mountain views and gated entry. MLS 614993 $1,475,000
SOUTHERN ALBEMARLE
LLANDAFF FARM
Exceptional details describe this custom-built, builder home. From the mahogany floors, the 60X96 kitchen island, exquisite moldings, spa-like primary suite to the private, park-like 10 acres. The floor plan is an entertainer’s dream, or, the perfect family home with an attached apartment. The apartment offers a spacious office/ game room, family room, one bedroom, one full bath, one half bath, kitchen and laundry. Sit on the beautiful gazebo overlooking your fenced, level yard including a 475’ zip line! Hardware River frontage for the water enthusiasts. Unfinished, walkout terrace level, detached 3-bay shop plus equipment run-in shed and gated entry. Geothermal heating and cooling and 75-year roof is just the start of a long list of impressive details featured in this home. MLS 622132 $1,795,000
9 acres in Albemarle County The southernmost hilltop of Carters Mountain, 8 miles from town, overlooking huge farms, estates, and the Hardware River below. Nineteen acres, income-producing (3) cottages with excellent long term tenants . The property has demonstrated good appreciation over the years. The income is solid, the view is sublime, and the cottages are in good repair. The oldest dates to 1928, with new replacements over the years. Established 1/2 acre vineyard. One could easily build here, now or in thefuture, for it also has that Classic Albemarle estate feel. MLS 609461 $659,500
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40 Campbell Road 4 BR, 3 BA, 3084 SQ FT $895,000 mls 622743 Duke Merrick, 434-962-5658
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2006 Meadowbrook Road 3 BR, 2 BA, 1900 SQ FT $625,000 mls 623098 Jim McVay, 434-962-3420
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379 Moon Shadow Road 4 BR, 2.5 BA, 1803 SQ FT $304,150 mls 622901 Susan Stewart, 434-242-3550
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he founders of Lake Monticello (back in the 1960’s) probably had no idea the impact they would have on a slice of land between the Rivanna River and State Route 53. What they envisioned as a cozy little getaway around a man-made spring-fed lake blossomed into a thriving active community in Fluvanna County. The weekend retreat evolved into yearround retirement and second homes. And those buyers eventually gave way to the entire spectrum of families and households who now enjoy a lifestyle that offers the best of resort-style living while keeping nature close.
Rich in Resort-Style Amenities Lake Monticello is the largest population center in Fluvanna County with ap-
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proximately 12,000 residents. Within the gated community, there are 4,635 lots, all of them sold. Owners have yet to build on 329 of them but the other 4,306 are built and occupied, 20 more than a year ago. With more than 22 miles of coastline, there are 512 waterfront homes, and the golf course accommodates another 206 lots along its fairways. All homeowners are automatically members of the Lake Monticello Owners’ Association (LMOA) and enjoy the countless benefits that membership confers. The lake’s 350 acres accommodate powerboats, paddlers, and fishermen. The marina, boat launches, slips, and racks take the hassle out of owning a boat and make it easy to spend a lot more time on the water. Water skiing, tubing, fishing, and paddling are popular. Specific areas for swimming from boats and five separate
beaches bring out sun and water lovers of all ages during the hot summer months. Meanwhile, those who eschew sand can enjoy the outdoor pool for laps or general splashing around. Every self-respecting gated community includes a golf course and Lake Monticello’s is public. Upgraded facilities include an expanded grass hitting area as well as the new artificial tee-line turf practice area. Seven different leagues, from the Gray Foxes to the Pink Flamingos enjoy the competition and camaraderie of the course, open all but Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. After a round, golf mates can relive each shot on the Fairway Clubhouse restaurant terrace overlooking the beautiful 18th hole. Other dining venues include the Lakeside Restaurant, with many private dining options, The Pub for an extensive
menu and music, and the Shark Tank for corn dogs, nachos, ice cream and other casual fare. Requisite playgrounds, ball fields, pickle ball, basketball and tennis courts, and walking paths round out the resortstyle amenities. And Lake Monticello is just getting started.
Nonstop Trees and Nature “The first thing you notice are the trees; lots and lots of trees.” Lisa Henry moved to the Lake from Central Pennsylvania 10 years ago and is a Member Services Representative for LMOA. “People move here to be surrounded by nature. Yes, all the amenities are great, but it’s those amenities in this beautiful backdrop that make Lake Monticello special. We are close enough to Charlottesville to take advantage of everything they have to offer, but we get to live at the Lake every day.” A “cabin in the woods” is how Merieke Henry, LMOA Communications Director, describes the character of the community. “I often yield to deer (even on my driveway, as we have a creek running through our property where the deer like to drink) and admire a large and diverse bird population in our mature trees. Sightings of a bear swimming in the lake, or fox, raccoons, and even bobcats in yards are common. My favorite encounter
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River Bend at Broken Island. 76.68 +/- acres. Rivanna River views and access. Development potential. Family owned for two generations. Access through Sycamore Square on Justin Drive. Close to restaurants, retail, pharmacy and doctors. Just outside the gates of Lake Monticello, 15 minutes to Zions Cross Roads, 20 minutes to Charlottesville, 1 hour to Richmond. MLS# 609235 $385,000
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Move-in ready 3 BR, 2.5 BA on a corner lot with finished basement! Kitchen has cherry KraftMade cabinets, soft close drawers, granite counters, ceramic back splash, upgraded appliances, convection double oven, convection microwave & ceramic flooring. Formal dining room with walk out to large back deck. Large living rm w/wood burning FP. Spacious master BR with full BA. Finished basement w/rec rm, half BA & separate laundry room & storage area. MLS# 621264, $289,995
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lake: a hawk dove down and caught a fish in front of my boat. Before I could catch my breath, a bald eagle swooped in and snatched the fish from the hawk! You can’t make this stuff up!” Looking for quiet, rural living after working in Northern Virginia, Margaret Loewenstein and her husband moved to Lake Monticello five years ago. They were drawn here by the country feel and natural beauty of the community. She supports an effort by residents to establish the community as a Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. More than 80 of the required 150 households to achieve community certification already comply with the required practices. And on the golf course, there’s no need for piped in bird calls! The National Audubon Society certified the Lake Mon-
“If you want to buy, you need to put yourself in the best position, without any barriers. I had a couple from South Carolina who wanted to move to the Lake, but they had to sell their home first. That cut them right out of the picture.”
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ticello Golf Course for its commitment to embracing the natural environment and protecting and supporting its wildlife and habitats.
Robust Social Network At the heart of what makes Lake Monticello a great place to live is what the residents make of it. The Newcomers and Old Friends Club (NCOF) creates a welcoming community and helps neighbors become friends. Loewenstein is Chairperson for NCOF and was greeted with more than 100 attendees at the September meeting, their first in-person gathering since COVID. “People were thrilled to be able to connect again and jump back in where we left off in the spring of 2020.
“Name whatever interest you can imagine, and we probably have a group for it. If we don’t, we can start one! Sip and savor, hiking, beer, anything goes. Our history groups and wine tasters have the most members. As groups fill up, we start a waiting list and ask for someone to lead the new group once we have enough interested members. “NCOF was established many years ago in response to so many people having moved to Lake Monticello from all over the country. This gave people an easy way to make new friends. Here, you can be as social and involved as you want to be. When I retired, I couldn’t have imagined having so many friends and being involved in such different activities and meaningful causes.
“It’s one of the things that is so very special about living at Lake Monticello.” A more recent addition to that social network is the Young Residents and Families Committee (YRF). Despite its original history as a retirement community, Lake Monticello’s demographics have shifted dramatically in recent years. Marieke says, “YRF was formed to represent this change in the population and organizes many family-oriented activities.”
Buyers Keep Coming It’s no surprise that the demand for housing at Lake Monticello exceeds supply. Combine the Lake’s attractions with a seller’s market, and you have the formula for a backup of buyers. Vicki Wilson, Principal Broker/Owner, Monticello Country REALTORS®, Inc., has lived at the Lake for 24 years. “Just like in other areas, inventory here is historically low. Some would-be sellers are staying put because they can’t find a home or are waiting for building material prices to come back down.” “There are three main sources of the continued influx into the Lake Monticello area,” says Sandra Collins, Associate Broker with Long & Foster. “First, UVA grads and alumni are staying or coming back, especially with the viability of working from home. Second, retirees, especially those coming from the Northeast for milder weather and a lower cost of living are looking for something within striking distance of Charlottesville’s cultural attractions. They can have the Lake and nature every day and go to Charlottesville when they want. And third, new homebuyers up to about the $300,000 level can find great value here. With current mortgage rates, buying can be cheaper than paying rent. “It’s frustrating for buyers, but there are signs things may be shifting. Days on market are beginning to soften. Any significant increase in mortgage interest rates will eliminate a big wedge of buyers from this market. “If you want to buy, you need to put yourself in the best position, without any barriers. I had a couple from South Carolina who wanted to move to the Lake, but they had to sell their home first. That cut them right out of the picture.” Wilson agrees. Buyers need to be ready to go. “We are listing homes every day; you just have to be quick and keep an eye on the market. That is what a good buyer’s agent will do for you. We see ‘coming soon’ homes on the MLS that might not appear on sites like Zillow or Realtor.com. until days later. That couple of days advantage can give a buyer a competitive edge.”
Too Much of a Good Thing? As more buyers look to this area for affordable and amenity-rich living within a 30-minute drive of Charlottesville, builders are responding with housing developments outside Lake Monticello’s gate. And Associate memberships at the Lake are available and offer some of the same social and golf amenities that people living inside enjoy. Ryan Homes is building two separate nearby developments. Advertised as the
most affordable new homes in the Charlottesville area, Village Oaks has more than 100 new households living directly across from Lake Monticello’s gate. These one-level living homes with unfinished basements and two-car garages took only 18 months to sell out. Nearby, the Island Hill community of fewer than 50 homes on larger wooded lots, boast homes of four or more bedrooms. The Villages at Nahor. Village Green. Colonial Circle. All told, well over 500 new homes. That much popularity is bound to generate some downsides, like traffic. Any sizable new developments receive much attention from area residents worried about the traffic sure to accompany an influx of new homes. Collins says, “The real concern is that traffic has been increasing in lock step with the number of new homes. All those cars, and trucks, are funneled [into the area] on the same two roads. And Route 53 can be somewhat treacherous at night or in the rain. But there’s not much doubt that the buyers are there.”
No Typical Buyer Twenty plus years ago, there was a typical buyer at Lake Monticello. That’s no longer the case. “We see empty nesters, retirees, firsttime home buyers, anyone that sees an advantage to lower prices, lower taxes, and the slower pace that the Lake offers,” says Wilson. “People come to Lake Monticello for the amenities, low HOA fees, clubs, activities, lake, and golf course. It’s a quick commute to Charlottesville and one hour to Richmond.” The Lake will always attract weekenders or buyers retiring to a more leisurely lifestyle. But that’s not even most of them anymore. “With more people working from home, our high-speed internet services offer that luxury” to buyers of all ages, continuing the demographic shift at Lake Monticello. “Our motto here is ‘Vacation at Home,’ but maybe we should say ‘Vacation or Work at Home.’” Henry says, “This started as a weekend place for retirees. It has become a lot more diverse. I’m older than I am young, and I would never want to live in a 55+ community. This is so much more interesting, so much livelier.” Merieke is surprised to find herself here after returning to Virginia from The Netherlands six years ago. She only considered Lake Monticello because rent was cheaper than in Charlottesville. “I never desired to live in a gated community, but, to my surprise, this warm neighborhood immediately stole my heart. My husband and I soon decided to buy a home inside the gates, partly because the community is ideal for family fun. There is a great high school nearby, and my two children can walk or bike to friends’ houses. And honestly, it was the smart thing to do as the housing prices were a steal! I describe Lake Monticello as a hometown—warm, neighborly, and quiet.” With trees. Lots and lots of trees. Carla Huckabee writes about high-performing real estate.
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Located in Northfields subdivision this is an Entertainers Dream! The main home features 10 Bedrooms and 9 Full Baths; The Carriage House over garage features 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths; 2 Large Vehicle Bays & Private Gym. Includes a second buildable Lot in rear w/access from Old Brook Rd. Build a pool house, guest house; or divide the parcel. LESS Than 5 miles to: UVA Hospital; Downtown Cville; JPJ Arena. CHO Airport 6 miles. DC 2 hours & Richmond 1 hour. MLS# 621112, $3,200,000
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2085 Brownstone Lane
NORTHFIELD MANOR
5 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths • Hardwood Floors, Custom Bookcases, & Plantation Shutters • Stunning Moldings & Chair Railings • Professionally Landscaped for Privacy & Minimal Maintenance • Meticulously Maintained, includes a Generator • Convenient to Charlottesville’s Amenities & UVA MLS 621113 Offered at $675,000 Dir: 29 North, right on Carrsbrook Drive, left on Still Meadow Avenue, right on Brownstone Lane. House on left.
John Seidler 434 996-3268 Associate Broker, GRI
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Live year round comfortably in this retreat style custom home. Hi speed century link internet, double lot & never ending spring. w 3 beds 2.5 baths & wrap around deck. Offered at $700k
2271 Seminole Trail • Charlottesville, VA
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Marshalls Manner. This property features main house as well as a detached cottage. Tucked away main home boasts 5 bedrooms 3 full baths & updated kitchen & sunroom. The rentable cottage features 2 bedrooms 1.5 baths & Mountain View’s. The private 4.7 acres along with immense historic landmarks, adjoins UVA Foundation preservation. First time offered after almost 2 decades at $750k.
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A DREAM HOME IS GREAT, BUT THE RIGHT ONE IS BETTER. Let an agent who knows guide you.
LOUISA COUNTY
$299,900
$142,500
SCHUYLER
SHADWELL ESTATES
$89,900
PRICE REDUCED
Bev Nash
434-981-5560
• Construction is underway on 7.8 wooded acres • 1400 sf, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms • Similar to photo, covered porch, rear deck • Superior stick built construction • Conditioned crawl space • Paved State road • Granite counters, real fireplace • November completion
14 Tallwood Trl
Dan Corbin
$385,000
434-531-6155
• NEW Listing at Lake Monticello • 2688 sq ft, 4 bd, 3 ba, Cedar Cape • Floor to Ceiling Stone Fireplace, Open Loft • Updates include Hardwoods, Appliances and Paint • 1st & 2nd Level BRs, Ample Closets, Huge Master Suite • Wonderful Home for Family and Entertaining • MLS 623551
Piney Mountain Subdivision, Palmyra
10+ acre Lots
Ruth Guss
434-960-0414
• 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, 1,078 Sq. Ft. • Charming 1930’s Updated Two Story • First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry • Painted Wood Cabinets, Mahogany Kitchen Countertop • .46 Acres Within Walking Distance of the Rockfish River
WAKEFIELD
$385,000
Candice van der Linde 434-981-8730 • 4 Bedroom brick split-level home • Private cul-de-sac in Wakefield • Upper level: Spacious living & dining room, kitchen, 3 BR & 1.5 BA • Lower level: Great Room, 2nd Master Suite & ample storage • Updated Roof, Windows, HVAC, Flooring • MASSIVE level yard w/hot tub, garden spot & paved drive • MLS #622275
$340,030
14 ELM CT/TROY
Bev Nash
434-981-5560
• The last vacant lot available • Located just East of Shadwell. • Beautiful mature timber on 1.5 acres • Paved private road • Just 10 minutes to Pantops shops 5 minutes to Keswick Golf Club and Glenmore
$99,900
Pat Burns
434-465-4444
• Sitting amidst estates and horse properties this beautiful 5 acre lot in Keswick area for sale to build your dream home. Convenient to Charlottesville, Gordonsville. 99,900.
FLATTOP MTN RD
$700,000
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MUST SEE!
Dan Corbin 434-531-6155 • Gorgeous NEW 10+ Acre Homesites • No HOA, Common Sense C&Rs, Firefly • Close to the Lake, Dining, Shopping, Schools • Ready to Build? Be in Your New Home Spring 2022 • Your Choice of Remaining 5 Lots - $109,000 • Call for A Personal Tour - MLS 602023
434.985.0021 410 West Main Street Charlottesville, VA 22902 Downtown
Lori Click
434-326-7593
• To Be Built! The Brookwood, Similar to Photo! • 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Attached Garage, 1.66 Acres • Upgraded Siding Accent, Wide Window Trim, 10’x16’ Rear Deck • Master Suite with Garden Tub, Double Bowl Vanity • Kitchen with Granite Countertops, Stainless Appliances • Luxury Vinyl Plank Floors, Forest View s/d offer DSL, Fiber Optic
Candice van der Linde 434-981-8730 • Live year round comfortably • Retreat style custom home • Hi speed century link internet • Double lot & never ending spring • 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths • Wrap around deck
434.974.1500 943 Glenwood Station Ln Suite 203 Charlottesville VA 22901
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CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
Nestled in the Blue Ridge foothills is one of Virginia’s
suite bedrooms. Tree lined drive and 20’ boxwood, a
preeminent estates, conveniently located just 4 miles
peaceful and private yet distinguished setting minutes
from UVA and modern amenities of Charlottesville.
from town. Additional amenities on 503-acre estate
The Classical Revival manor offers an easy elegance
include a charming guest house and restored dairy
with both formal and informal spaces that flow
barn turned grand event venue. The farm abuts 2,000
seamlessly to bucolic grounds with beautiful views,
additional acres of protected land including the 1,000-
formal Charles Gillette designed gardens and handsome pool complex. Elegant proportions (10’ ceilings), fine
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CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
18th century Virginia living at its finest. Historic main residence with 5
Exquisite 354-acre Carter’s Bridge estate, with stunning views, river
bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 half on main floor. Eight additional bedroom suites
frontage, just 10 mins to town. Gorgeous architecture and craftsmanship,
in the dependencies, rich with character and historical charm—all with
luxury finishes—10’ ceilings, wide plank oak floors, custom millwork,
fireplaces, modern baths and current mechanical systems. Green Springs
copper roof, Rumford fireplaces, guesthouse/garage, fabulous pool. Bright
Historic District, 20 minutes east of Charlottesville, 40 from Richmond.
living spaces that flow seamlessly indoors to out, remarkable surroundings.
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acre Ragged Mountain Reservoir Natural Area. Nearby
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Take charge of your health. “My illness was my boss. It was telling me what I could and couldn’t do. This workshop put ME back in charge.”
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Diversity is working. Shouldn’t it also be living?
Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Fair Housing Act
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YOUR PLACE. OUR PURPOSE. 1570 Old Oaks Dr | Charlottesville Beautiful home in Ivy location west of town. Main level offers an incredible spacious Chef’s Dream kitchen with beautiful Cherry wood cabinetry and expanded kitchen/butlers pantry, living room, dining room, and extra-large family room with Jotul gas/wood-burning fireplace, library, and exercise room. $915,000 | anitadunbar-realtor.com/622260 Anita Dunbar | 434.981.1421
63 Middlebury Ln | Ruckersville
Lackey Ln | Covesville
This one owner 3 BR home has been meticulously cared for and is move in ready! The floorplan is an open easy flow, with a generous master suite, upper level laundry, and a fabulous screened porch. Minutes to Charlottesville.
Exquisitely restored antique log cabin nestled into a private hillside. Authentic, tasteful & historically sensitive renovations create a magically unique retreat property. The c.1900 cabin has exposed log walls, hewn beams, stone foundation.
$339,900 | montaguemiller.com/VAGR2000028 Garlene Daniel | 540.948.6655
4500 Monacan Trail Rd | North Garden
$350,000 | cartermontague.com/619303 Carter Montague | 434.962.3419
23551 Village Rd | Unionville
182 W Nelson St | Orange New Construction! Spacious One Level living with Open Floor plan, Located in Town of Orange on Large Corner Lot. This is a Modular 2021 Suite Retreat, 1728sf, 3 BR, 2 BA, 8 foot flat ceilings, vinyl flooring throughout.
$325,000 | montaguemiller.com/VAOR2000160 Missy Garrison | 540.661.2353
23131 Village Rd | Unionville
Set on 9 very private acres south of Charlottesville, this solidly-built brick ranch has an open floor plan allowing for good flow and plenty of natural light. Updated kitchen and baths. Covered porch overlooking private yard.
Home is in like new condition & ready to move in! 3 BR, 2 BA home w/large Sunroom or Home Office overlooking beautiful mountain views plus a wonderful front porch perfect for sipping your morning coffee.New roof & more!
One level living, with handicap accessibility and a partially finished, walk-out basement, with kitchenette & full bath. You’ll love the HUGE kitchen and open floor plan! The spacious rear yard is completely fenced for pets. Back deck.
$399,000 | cartermontague.com/618610 Carter Montague | 434.962.3419
$312,500 | montaguemiller.com/VAOR2000998 Karen Morris | 540.717.2478
$400,000 | montaguemiller.com/VAOR2000988 Garlene Daniel | 540.948.6655
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