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Petersburg - Berkeley Avenue

Full Description: FURNISHED solid brick smoke-free home in the heart of a quality neighborhood in Petersburg, Virginia near Fort Lee.

UPDATE: This property is temporarily unavailable until August 2010.

Located in the peaceful and quiet Walnut Hill subdivision, this home is just feet away from Westover Avenue - which is THE street for established executive living in the city.

Well built in the early 1900's, this home has character. It features a large front porch, beautiful entry foyer, generous living room with built-in book shelves, spacious dining room with bay window, wide staircase, hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings and much more. The large 12x15 kitchen has a refrigerator, new counter top, new sink, new faucet and new disposal. During the winter months, enjoy the comfort of oil hot-water radiator heating throughout.

This home features numerous antiques, generous quality oriental rugs, and well appointed decorations and artwork. As a furnished property, this allows you to move right in without the hassle of moving a household of heavy furniture.

The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful, one can enjoy listening to the birds especially in the morning. It's like living in a bird sanctuary.

Residents can take advantage of some excellent cultural activities such as Petersburg's "Friday for the Arts" - a popular event held the second Friday of each month; fine restaurants such as Alexander's, Brick House Run Pub (authentic British food and atmosphere in the historic district of Petersburg), Wabi-Sabi (Japanese), High Street Bistro, Longstreet's, Don Jose's (Mexican), Andrades International (South American), The Mad Italian (Italian), Kings BBQ, Halfway House in neighboring Chesterfield County, and many others. Food Lion Grocery Store is within one mile. Ukrops is close by. Shopping at Southpark Mall and numerous restaurants, services, and major retailers are easily reached.

Petersburg area transit (bus service) serves the neighborhood.

As the link to the map shows, the neighborhood is immediately accessible to Interstate 95, Interstate 85, and US Route 460. Petersburg, Fort Lee military base, Hopewell and the commercial-industrial parks of Petersburg, Prince George County, and Dinwiddie County are quickly reached. A commute to downtown Richmond or the Richmond International Airport is just 30 minutes. Lake Chesdin is just a few minutes to the west of Petersburg.

A visit to historic Colonial Williamsburg is just over 60 minutes, and a trip to Norfolk or Virginia Beach is within two hours. Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. are 2.5 hours.

A railing has been installed on the front porch.

Microwave, and refrigerator appliances are new as of January 2006. New bathroom pedestal sink in 2009.

Public water, public sewer, weekly trash removal AND lawn and garden, ARE INCLUDED in the monthly rent.

Tenant has the option of requesting electric and oil for an additional $200 per month.

Security deposit of $2,000 required. Rental application and references required - please allow 7 to 10 days upon receipt for processing.

Owner is an agent in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

10% discount on monthly rent for military.

Williamsburg - Discovery Lane - Jamestown - Powhatan Shores

Full Description: Excellent well maintained fully equipped professional smoke-free single family residence in quiet setting. High efficiency central air, efficient gas hot water, gas furnace and gas fireplace with heatolator/fan. Quality built-in bookshelves in family room and room over garage. Lighted ceiling fans in both family room and room over garage. Crown moulding. Huge master bedroom, large walk in closets, large walk in linen closet.

Fresh paint throughout interior. All exterior trim has been recently painted, and exterior has been completely powerwashed.

Lawn will be maintained until closing and transfer of keys. Park-like 2/3 acre lot with bird bath. Spacious backyard with private newly stained deck off family room. Low homeowner's association fee - paid through 2009. Owner has privileges to enjoy neighborhood park, sheltered picnic area, basketball court, and very convenient boat ramp for water access (just across the street) that leads to the James River. Automatic garage door with opener, and Ultramax deadbolt door locks.

Appliances (in addition to those listed above) include washer and dryer and kitchen blender, dishwasher (Bosch - very quiet) and smooth flat-top range/oven. New cherry laminate flooring throughout kitchen, laundry and downstairs bath.

Just steps away to the Colonial National Historic Park and the Jamestown-Yorktown parkway. Just a few minutes to historic Colonial Williamsburg (once the capital of Virginia), the College of William and Mary (second oldest college in the nation), Jamestown settlement, fabulous world-class restaurants, churches, hotels, schools & shopping.

Enjoy some of the world's best golf at numerous golf courses including Kingsmill (LPGA tournaments), Colonial Williamsburg's Golden Horseshoe, Royal New Kent, Ford's Colony or Governor's Land, among others. Busch Gardens and Water Country USA are also located in the community.

It is just a one-hour commute to either Richmond or Norfolk/Virginia Beach area, and three commercial airports.

Owner/Agent.

Williamsburg - Littletown Quarter - Kingsmill on the James

Full Description: Kingsmill on the James townhome.

This 3 bedroom 2 bath cluster home in Kingsmill is nestled in the planned residential resort community in Williamsburg, Virginia, between Richmond and Norfolk. Kingsmill Resort is easily accessible via Interstate 64 and is located along the beautiful historic James River, adjacent to Busch Gardens and just a few minutes away from Colonial Williamsburg. It also has easy access to Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, Jamestown and Yorktown. The Kingsmill Resort and Conference Center features three eighteen-hole championship golf courses, a nine-hole par-3 course, indoor spa and salon services, sports club with indoor pool, three large outdoor pools, one outdoor neighborhood pool, marina, sandy beach, walking trails, 15 tennis courts, basketball court and community center. As evidenced by the annual Michelob ULTRA LPGA Golf championship, Kingsmill is one of the East Coast's finest golf experiences.

More specifically, the featured property is located in a within a tranquil neighborhood known as Littletown Quarter. Littletown Quarter in Kingsmill has its own courtyard and community pool open between late May and late September, and is within walking distance of dining, recreational facilities and the James River.

The property features master bedroom and second bedroom on the main level, 10' ceilings, gorgeous Indonesian Cherry hardwood floors throughout Kitchen, Dining Room, Main Entry, and Living Room; and all new Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors in main level and upper bedrooms and closets. New high efficiency windows throughout.

Additional features include eat-in kitchen, pocket door to dining room, built-in bookcases, wood burning fireplace, butler's pantry, utility area, garage. Efficient central air, gas heat & hot water heater. Upstairs bedroom includes walk-in closet and full bath with alternate heat-pump service. All appliances.

Mostly one-level carefree living in this peaceful gated and well designed community of Kingsmill. Immediate access to biking and walking trails.

Living in Kingsmill has its advantages. There is a home for every lifestyle. In addition to Littletown Quarter, well known neighborhoods with homesites in the Kingsmill Resort include River's Edge, Graves Ordinary, Pelhams Ordinary, Pettus Ordinary, Archer's Mead, Yeardley's Grant, Randolph's Green, Quarterpath Trace, Winster Fax, Harrop's Glenn and several single family residential neighborhoods.

Kingsmill Resort is located between historic Colonial Williamsburg and Newport News, Virginia. Leading employers such as Anheuser-Busch, Canon Virginia, and Northrop Grumman are within an easy commute.

On May 1, 2008, Governor Kaine and Canon Virginia announced an expansion of the Canon manufacturing plant in Newport News, Virginia for the creation of over 1000 high paying jobs and a capital investment of over $600 million.

Read the Official Announcement - Governor's Office and
News and Events - Canon Virginia, Inc.

Call 757-945-1626 for private showing.

Owner/agent.

Roanoke VA Brick Ranch Home for Sale Greater Deyerle

Full Description: This immaculate property is available for sale and ready for your inspection.

One of the Roanoke Valleys most convenient and desirable areas, Greater Deyerle Neighborhood is the place to live and relax in Western Virginia.

One of the lowest priced executive homes in the Greater Deyerle Neighborhood, this well maintained spacious brick home shows like brand new.

Central yet secluded this Roanoke home is on a 1/2 acre parcel in a tranquil wooded private park-like setting. You will enjoy the beautiful custom made 12x12 (144 square feet) of composite deck material overlooking the wooded backyard for upscale outdoor entertaining and relaxation. Bird lovers take note - wildlife abounds in this official bird sanctuary.

Like living in the country of Virginia yet just steps away from Roanoke's modern conveniences. The property has easy access to Route 419, Brandon Road, and Peters Creek Road. Convenient to Roanoke's Towers Mall, Tanglewood Mall, Center in the Square, and Valley View Mall, retail shopping is close at hand. Several churches representing numerous denominations are nearby. Basically, this solid brick modern ranch style home is in the heart and soul of the Roanoke Valley.

Main Level includes:
Three of Four Bedrooms and Full Vintage Ceramic Tile bath.

Full Eat-In Kitchen features all white appliances including range, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, built-in microwave, and lighted ceiling fans.

Lshaped Living and Dining Rooms on the main level.

Desirable interior finishes include Solid Oak Built-in Bookshelves.

Gleaming original Solid Oak Hardwood Floors and one of two Wood Burning Fireplaces. You will admire the excellent craftsmanship on the stone wall of the Wood Burning Fireplace in the Main Living Room.

Newly screened In brick patio on the Main Level features over 150 square feet. Ceiling was stripped, sanded, primed and repainted. New lighted ceiling fan.

Additional features include a Slate Front Porch and covered area under deck.

Lower level offers finished Rec Room or Den with new carpet, lighting fixtures, and paint, second Wood Burning Fireplace with new custom made mantle and new tile hearth, Large Bedroom and Full Bath with Custom Closets, and Laundry Room with Washer and Dryer.

Overall General Living in this Roanoke Home:

You will appreciate the way this home captures the very lifestyle that is characteristic of Virginia's best. The home is situated to capture just the right daylight in any season for a comfortable daily experience and relaxing lifestyle. Enjoy the easy flowing floor plan.

Utilities.

With energy costs rising everywhere, this energy efficient home in Roanoke Virginia is all ready for you. This smoke-free home offers Central Air Conditioning, and is very efficient with low average utility costs. In fact, during the period of 2007 and through July 2010, the average monthly electricity bill was below $60!

If you are not familiar with the Roanoke Valley region, you might like to know that the average cost per kilowatt hour for electricity is well below the national average. Moreover, all windows have been recently replaced by Window World. These replacement windows are energy efficient with dual pane Low E Argon gas.

One car garage with large paved driveway allows for parking for at least seven additional vehicles.

Well landscaped, the property features, stately oak trees, dogwood trees, rhododendron, azaleas, evergreens, dogwoods and other plant materials.

Hot water heater (new in mid-2007), new paint, new full bath, new ceramic tile, new carpet, new kitchen flooring, new screening and screen door on patio, new light fixtures, new ceiling fans. Generous updated laundry room features washer, dryer, new cabinets, wash basin and ceramic tile. The property is ready for your inspection.

Background:
The Greater Deyerle Neighborhood in the City of Roanoke is bordered by Grandin Road and Grandin Road Extension on the south, Route 419 on the west, Mud Lick Road on the East and Brandon Avenue on the north.

The Greater Deyerle Neighborhood has historical significance. Barnhart Cemetery, near Mt. Holland Drive, is one of the oldest cemeteries in this part of Virginia with handmade stones from the 1700s. Two properties are listed in the National Register of Historic places. These are known as:

Belle Aire, a Greek-Revival home built in 1849 on Belle Aire Circle, and
Lone Oaks, a Greek-Revival home built in 1853 on Grandin Road Extension.

Roanoke Public Schools serving Greater Deyerle and Mud Lick Road:

Elementary School Raleigh Court
Middle School James Madison
High School Patrick Henry this public high school is going through an extensive multi-million dollar expansion.

15 minutes to Roanoke Regional Airport, western Virginias only direct jet service airport. Direct flights are available to major cities nationwide.

Of course, alternative airports exist including Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, North Carolina.

15 minutes to Hollins University, Roanoke College and Virginia Western Community College (http://learnconnect.virginiawestern.edu), Roanoke College,

Its just a short drive to Salem, Vinton, and Botetourt County. Enjoy Smith Mountain Lake and the surrounding quality of life that Franklin County (www.franklincountyva.org) and Bedford County have to offer. You will find fabulous golf at Bernards Landing at Smith Mountain Lake

The Roanoke Valley serves as the regional center for healthcare services. Carilion Health Systems (www.carilion.com) is among the best in the nation.

Roanoke Valley Realtors serving this area include:

Long and Foster www.longandfoster.com

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