The Essence of Virginia

I get a lot of inquiries from people who live out of state and are considering Williamsburg or Hampton Roads VA as a place to move to. It’s hard to sum up a sense of Virginia in words. Much easier to do in a video. Most of what you will see in the following video [...]

A Playground for Everyone !

From an article in the WYDaily Buy a brick, get a park. Fundraising continues for a new James City County playground that’s designed for everyone, literally. The My Place campaign, in a collaborative effort by Leadership Historic Triangle and The Greater Williamsburg Chamber and Tourism Alliance, will tentatively begin construction in May of 2009. Click [...]

Hampton Roads VA BAH

The Department of Defense has published the new  basic allowance for housing rates for service members for 2009. The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) is based on geographic duty location, pay grade, and dependency status. The intent of BAH is to provide uniformed service members accurate and equitable housing compensation based on housing costs in [...]

Hampton Roads VA- Foreclosures

Are you thinking of buying a foreclosed home in Hampton Roads Virginia ? Freddie Mac is offering a Closing Cost incentive of up to 3.5% of your purchase price for all Purchase Offers received between October 23, 2008 – January 31, 2009, that close by March 14, 2009. Homebuyers: Now, no matter where you looking [...]

Williamsburg VA Town Homes Holly Hills

  Holly Hills Townhouse/Condos, Williamsburg, VirginiaLocated within the city limits of Williamsburg, VA. Holly Hills Carriage Homes is a quaint development located on the steps to historic Colonial Williamsburg, and offers 3 and 4 bedroom town homes with  either a 1 or 2 car garages.  Beautifully nestled within wooded rolling hillsides, very few become available [...]

Williamsburg VA Holly Hills

Holly Hills is a community of single family detached homes located within the city of Williamsburg, Virginia in the heart of the Historic Triangle. Within walking distance to Colonial Williamsburg, Merchants Square, and the campus of William and Mary. Some of this information was derived from the Holly Hills Homeowner Association website which can be [...]

Richmond VA Real Estate Ginter Park

  I just sold a home in Ginter Park to a couple I know who moved from Williamsburg, VA. It gave me a great appreciation for the area and the home values there. What follows is a brief history of the area. Most of the information was gathered from the Ginter Park website whose link [...]

Weather in Williamsburg

People from out of the area ask me what the weather is like in Williamsburg VA. Well as of right now it is 70 degrees and sunny. I have our windows open on the house ! I just checked Washington DC and it was 34 degrees, Cincinnati 27 degrees,  Boston 34 degrees. Amazing that we [...]

Buy or Rent ?

Should you buy a house now ? Well, if you want to rent there are some great houses for rent. I know a few sellers that got tired of their home being on the market. Some bought long ago and simply want to break even and wait for the market to adjust. Here is another [...]

Williamsburg, VA. Green Building Symposium

W&M Law School presents a two-day symposium Jan. 30-31. “It’s Not Easy Being Green: Legal & Political Issues in green Building Standards and Sustainable Development Legislation’’ “It’s Not Easy Being Green: W&M Environmental Law & Policy Review Symposium Starts: January 30, 2009 at 12:00 PMEnds: January 31, 2009 at 12:00 PMLocation: Room 120 of the [...]

New Stores in Williamsburg VA

Is Steinmart moving to New Town Williamsburg ? Is Bakers Crust Bakery opening in New Town ? Bakers Crust is opening in Williamsburg This European style bakery, restaurant, and crepe bar that serves a delicious array of eclectic dishes, such as specialty sandwiches and uniquely prepared entrees. Fresh baked breads are also available and they [...]

Green Building in Virginia

  Earth Craft House Home Construction that’s Naturally Better The Benefits of an EarthCraft House: Owning an environmentally friendly house doesn’t mean making sacrifices. In fact, an EarthCraft House is one of the most high performance, durable and resource-efficient homes you can buy. EarthCraft House is a green building program that serves as a blueprint [...]

Busch Gardens VIP Day

There’s a VIP event coming up at your favorite theme park – Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, VA. Each spring, they open the park for season pass members before it’s opened to the rest of the public, and it’s not just a normal day at Busch Gardens. This year, Jack Hanna and his furry friends will [...]

Twenty Five Things About Virginia ( The State)

  (This, as a lot of you already know, started out as a Facebook meme) The difference is this one is written as if the State of Virginia was the Author ! Twenty-five random things about me ( The State of Virginia ) 1. I’m known for my cardinals, dogwoods, foxhounds and brook trout. 2. [...]

Virginia State Parks Youth Corp

Looking for a summer camp opportunity for your 14-17 year old youth ? The Youth Conservation Corp run by Virginia State Parks is wonderful opportunity that will engage them in a structured program of important conservation and park projects on public lands while providing learning that fosters teamwork, self-esteem, social responsibility and respect for the [...]

Hampton Roads VA Short Sales

Selling a home in Virginia as a “short sale” can keep the worst from happening – FORECLOSURE. “Short sale” means selling your house for less than what you still owe the bank in a mortgage. A potential buyer can get a great deal if the bank agrees. But before you get into a deal that [...]

Wiliamsburg/ Hampton Roads VA Real Estate Update- Statistics

The housing market on the Peninsula and Middle Peninsula finished up 2008 with prices down only 1.8 percent to $216,000 from 2007 Most agree that prices are mostly back to levels before the heated real estate market peaked in 2005. Virginia has been able to ride out the storm better than other states, said John [...]

Williamsburg VA- Mortgage Lenders

Question:Are you able to give a short list of mortgage companies in the Williamsburg/ Hampton Roads VA. area which I might want to consider.  I understand that you can’t really recommend one over another.  But a short list of generally approved businesses would be a help.   Answer: To achieve a preferred status with out company [...]

Williamsburg VA- Goddard School= Infant Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K

Welcome to The Goddard School® located in Williamsburg! Opening soon in New Town, right down the street from my office . If you would like to be added to their mailing list and notified when enrollment begins, please click here to access the ” More Information’ form on this page or give them a call. [...]

Williamsburg VA Town Homes- The Mews

One of Williamsburg/ James City County’s hidden gems. The Mews Town Home community, conveniently located close to Rt. 199 and The James City County Recreation Center off of Longhill Rd. Colonial Williamsburg is just a few minutes away by car. Shopping at Prime Outlets and Grocery Stores are right around the corner. With it’s hilly [...]

WALT- Williamsburg Area Learning Tree

For eight years, the Williamsburg Area Learning Tree has been providing enlightening, unique and fun opportunities for everyone, young and old, in greater Williamsburg to learn something new. From the beginning, as a public service project ,WALT has strived to create an environment for those who have an enthusiasm for a subject to share their [...]

Private Schools in Williamsburg VA

Question:  We are moving to the area in March and need to decide about schools, before finding a neighborhood to live in. Thus far our child has attended a private Christian school. Can you tell me about the private school options in the area ? Thanks for any advice In Toano there is Williamsburg Christian [...]

Williamsburg VA Real Estate Burlington Woods New Homes

New Homes are now available in Burlington Woods in Williamsburg VA Click here for the update Aaron Brooks the Former NFL quarterback  has launched new career. Land development. Specifically the development of Burlington Woods in Williamsburg, Virginia. ( James City County) The project a 17-acre community is located off of Longhill Rd near the intersection of [...]

Chesapeake VA Home Auction

Chesapeake Virginia Home Auction   THURS. JAN 22, 10:30AMNEW CUSTOM BUILT HOME Located in the Vance Level Community of Chesapeake, VA APPROX. 4800 +/- SQ FT.,  All Brick Transitional on Lake, 5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths, Two Half Baths. Two Story FoyerLarge Great Room with FireplaceFlooring: Oak Floors, Tile, CarpetLarge Custom Kitchen with Birch cabinets, [...]

Williamsburg VA- Golf Specials

Winter Residents Golf Special ( for people who live in the areas from Richmond VA to Virginia Beach VA) $30 Green Fee and Cart (any day through the end of February 2009) Not valid with any other promotions and tee times may be made 3 days in advance . . . see you at the National! [...]

Williamsburg VA – Job Fair

The Greater Williamsburg, VA. Chamber & Tourism Alliance will bring prospective employers and workers together at its 23rd Annual Williamsburg Area Job Fair. Job seekers can submit applications and meet and interview with representatives of area businesses and organizations. Local employers are expected to offer full-time, part-time and seasonal employment in areas such as hotel [...]

Restaurants in New Town Williamsburg, VA

There are now 20 places to eat in New Town. Here is a list for you to choose from:   artcafe26- A Touch of Europe in Williamsburg Barnes and Noble Booksellers Bonefish Grill- Now Open Buon Amici- Italian Restaurant & Gourmet Pizzeria California Tortilla- Speciality Burritos Are Our Speciality Center Street Grill- Where traditional tastes [...]

Prudential, GSH, TowneBank- Merge

Although we are competitors I wanted to pass on this news.. TowneBank  announced today the merger of GSH Real Estate, a wholly owned subsidiary, with Virginia Beach based Prudential Decker Realty and Prudential McCardle Realty of Williamsburg. The resulting new company, Prudential Towne Realty, will be one of the largest home marketing firms in Hampton [...]

Williamsburg VA Restaurants- Z Pizza- New Town

Z- Pizza has opened in New Town, Williamsburg, VA.  Located at 4902 Courthouse St  ( Across from the Movie Theater, next to Coco Chocolatier) What makes Z- Pizza Different ? They Combine the freshest, highest quality ingredients with authentic and original recipes, then serve the food in a timely manner in a really cool atmosphere [...]

Captain Chuck-a-Muck’s Ship Store and Grill, Smithfield Va

Captain Chuck-a-Muck’s Ship Store and Grill,   Smithfield Va Secret Hideout #2 is a family owned and operated restaurant located in beautiful downtown Rescue, Virginia on Jones Creek. In a laid-back, non-smoking atmosphere, friends can enjoy fresh, local seafood as well as regular steak and chicken specials, home made key lime pie and, if you’re up [...]

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