Welcome to 208 Westover Parkway! Step inside to be delighted by the open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, and fine finishes. You will love the stylish, updated kitchen that is bright, beautiful, and features black/stainless steel appliances, upgraded quartz counter tops, tile back splash and a large island. The living room is spacious with a grand window that allows so much natural light and features a fireplace to warm up to on those cool nights. The master suite offers an en-suite bath and entrance to the deck, where you can relax and enjoy your favorite beverage and take in the view of the private tree lined yard. Two additional bedrooms, another full bath and a dining area complete the main level. There’s more: the lower level boasts a family room and laundry room with half bath. The oversized two car garage provides ample space for parking and storage. The private, level yard is picture perfect! For more information on 208 Westover Pkwy, Click Here!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by home owners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
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If privacy and space is what you crave then 1209 Confederate Drive is the one for you! Once inside, you are delighted by the open floor plan, cathedral ceilings and gas fireplace. Enjoy preparing meals in this stylish kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ample cabinets, breakfast area, pantry and breakfast area. You will love the master suite with fireplace, walk in closet and the master bath has soaking tub and double vanities. The lower-level is perfect with a light filled family room, bar and two more bedrooms with full bath. Relax on your deck and enjoy a private tree lined yard. For more information on 1209 Confederate Drive, Click Here!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by home owners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
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Welcome to 312 Battlefield Road! This beautiful custom-built home, nestled in the trees, and move in ready will delight from the moment you drive up. Once you enter, you are welcomed by gleaming hardwood floors, a great room with gas fireplace, fine finishes throughout, and a sought-after open floor plan! The kitchen has upgraded appliances, pantry and a large island! You will love the master suite that is so inviting and spacious. The en-suite master bath has a double vanity and a gorgeous tiled shower with jets. Two more spacious bedrooms, full bath and laundry room complete the main level. Enjoy sitting on the screened porch with your favorite beverage off the master suite. The lower level features a family room with gas fireplace, a 4th bedroom and half bath. That is not all…. off the lower level patio is a separate room that can be used as a garden potting room and also a workshop and storage. Imagine sitting on your deck listening to all the sounds of nature, entertaining family and friends or just relaxing. A whole house generator conveys with automatic transfer! For more information on 312 Battlefield Road, Click Here!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by home owners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
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You will just fall in love with this adorable home and it’s beautiful lake view! Kitchen has granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Walk out onto the deck from Master bedroom to enjoy the view of the lake! A private, gated, secured community, Lake of the Woods offers anything and everything you could possibly want. Home to two lakes (the 550 acre main lake and a 35 acre “fishing lake”), a golf course, an equestrian center, a fire and rescue department, and a church all within the gates, Lake of the Woods simply has it all.
Whether your passion is boating, water skiing, kayaking, golfing, horseback riding, or simply taking in the breathtaking views from the clubhouse while enjoying a fabulous meal, from your own deck or yard, or from one of the beaches, you won’t be disappointed! Perhaps you’d like a game of bridge or volunteering your time and talents…Lake of the Woods offers more than 60 clubs and/or organizations from which you may choose to become involved. Located in Orange County, we are fortunate to enjoy low real estate taxes. Coupled with home prices ranging from the mid-$100,000 to over $2,000,000, Lake of the Woods is the perfect community for both full-time residents, as well as weekenders. But don’t take my word for it, please come see for yourself! I will gladly give you a tour of Lake of the Woods by boat and by car so that you may experience why I love Lake of the Woods! If you would like more information about this property, be sure to click here!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Lake of the Woods VA or Waterfront property in Virginia we are your Real Estate Advisors for Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Locust Grove, Central Virginia, and Greater Virginia. Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by home owners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, Pat will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
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On Wednesday, March 11th at 7PM in the Clubhouse Great Hall , Crystal Hale, Director of the Orange County Department of Social Services, will be our monthly Civic Club speaker. In addition to being charged with ensuring all federal and state mandated human services programs are provided to the citizens of Orange County, Crystal also has a passion for addressing additional social issues such as the opioid epidemic. The Epidemic Intelligence Council (EpIC) is a local council that meets monthly to discuss the opioid crisis and the impact it has in Orange County. This council is comprised of a cross-section of leaders from Orange County, concerned citizens, health professionals, family members and individuals with direct experience, media, and a number of other concerned individuals. Crystal currently serves as the facilitator of EpIC and; along with all participants of the group, she is committed to helping to educate the community, provide resources for those in need, and diminish the ugly stigma of addiction. While Crystal enjoys her work with EpIC, she points out that the great progress made is a result of the overall group effort.
Ms. Hale will provide insight on the opioid epidemic to include a brief history as well as what it looks like from a national, state, and local perspective. Crystal will focus on the importance of eliminating the stigma of addiction and will also touch on the progress made, the additional work currently underway, and what the future holds.
Crystal is a life-long native of Orange County and currently lives with her husband, two teenage children and various pets on the family farm. She graduated from Orange County High School and earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration from The University of Mary Washington. After spending over ten years working for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) in various management positions, Crystal accepted an opportunity to work with the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) and shifted her focus to the human services field. She served as Director at Rappahannock County Department of Social Services prior to coming to Orange County Department of Social Services in 2017 and is thrilled to serve her hometown community.
Back by popular demand…On Wednesday, February 12, at 7:00pm in the Clubhouse Great Hall, two guest speakers will address the art of organizing and decluttering our homes and methods for removal of the items in order to accomplish an easier way of life. Even if one’s home is the perfect fit, there still may be items that can be “released” for simpler living. For many people, the stress comes from not knowing how to take the first step of thinking through what should stay or go, and for others it may be not knowing how to sell or where to donate items no longer needed or wanted.
Linda Clevenger, Professional Organizer and Owner of Organization Direct, will be our first speaker. Linda has been helping homeowners downsize, right-size, purge, and eliminate items from their homes for over 12 years. She helps clients walk through the process of making decisions regarding the need to keep items and how it will impact life both now and in the future. As the spouse of a disabled Veteran, she is passionate about helping other Veterans and those who struggle with the day to day task of living a clutter-free life.
Cathy France, owner of CopperStone Auctions and Estates, will provide options for the sale of items no longer wanted or needed. CopperStone’s offerings include estate sales from the home, consignment and auction services, and complete buyout of a home’s contents. And of course, the option always exists to donate items to organizations such as the LOW Lions.
There will be time allotted for questions, and we hope to see you there!
We can freely say that moving to Orange
County Virginia might have been the best decision you have ever made. Orange County has a unique charm. It
can offer you a lot of outdoor and indoor activities. But also, it can offer
you historical attractions, and festivals and sporting events that are
happening year-round. There are so many
fun things to do after moving to Orange County Virginia that it is challenging
choosing what to do first. Depending on what you prefer and what is fun for
you – you will be able to easily find activities for you and your family.
Create your list of fun
things to do after moving to Orange County Virginia
We are all very different. Some of us like to go playing golf, while others enjoy music festivals. And the best thing about Orange County Virginia is the fact that it can offer you a lot of new and interesting things. And, if we are being honest – you will need to have some relaxing time after the relocation. Relocation is stressful no matter where you are moving. Especially relocation with a small child isn’t easy since a small child can’t quite understand everything that is happening. So, if you want to make sure that you and your family enjoy your new home from the beginning – create your list. You can even start before you actually relocate.
You should create a list of fun things that you can try after you relocate to Orange County Virginia
If you like outdoor
activities – Lake of the Woods Golf Course should be your choice!
The great thing about Orange County Virginia is that it can offer
a couple of golf courses. And Lake of the Woods Golf Course is definitely
one of the best. Even if you have never
played golf before, we can assure you that this should be on your list of fun
things to do after moving to Orange County Virginia. What makes it
different is the fact that it is surrounded by the woods of oaks and pines. It
is designed with a variety of slopes, sand, and water. It can accommodate
players of any level, no matter how old they are.
There are different events throughout the
year, and depending on when you move here – you can choose which one you like
the most.Aerial view of the Lake of the Woods is
amazing. Also, here you can organize
parties and fundraisers – and we can assure you everyone will have fun!
Fun and exciting
activity – Rapidan River Kayak!
This is a place where you will create unforgettable memories for sure! Paddling down a scenic river, with an opportunity to see wildlife ranging from bald eagles, ducks to deer, beavers, turtles. Occasionally, you can even see black bears and otters! This can be a very exciting and amazing thing to do after you move to Orange County Virginia. Even if you have never before tried something like this – you don’t have to worry. With you, on this tour, there will be a professional kayak instructor. He will teach you some basic things, how to properly do a basic stroke and similar.
Rapidan River Kayak is an amazing and fun activity for you and your friends and family
The
best thing about this is that you can go with your family or your friends. You can even reserve a kayak as a part of your wedding party, or as a
team-building activity. Also, you can often see a bachelor or bachelorette
party organized right here – this is a great way to relax and enjoy! So, in our
humble opinion, even if you are not moving here permanently – you should
considerbuying a vacation home! We can assure you that
you will enjoy your time here!
The Market at Grelen –
unique experience in Orange County
One of the fun things to do after moving
to Orange County Virginia is to visit the Market at Grelen! This is a rather unique European style
garden shop that can offer you a lot! A huge variety of plants is rotating
every week! Besides that, you will find some gardening goodies that can help
you when you decide torenovate your home and garden. If we can sum
up what you will experience here, it would be something like this: a casual farm-to-table cafe, a lot of
hiking trails. And you will have a unique opportunity to try Virginia beer,
cider and wine!
During winter months – this place is
unfortunately closed. But, on the E.
Main Street in Orange, you can find their store with a lot of different gifts
for your family, pets or for some special occasions as a wedding. And, besides
gifts, you will find Grelen ice cream and
Virginia beer, cider and wine! We can assure you that you have not tried
anything similar!
Sky diving is just one of the
many fun things to do after moving to Orange County Virginia
If you like to feel that adrenalin rush
or you simply want to try something completely different – sky diving is for
you! Sky Dive Orange has been operating
since 1977 so you can be sure that you are in good hands! No matter if you
are experienced or this is your first time – there are instructors that can
answer any of your questions. You can try
tandem skydive or you can do it on your own – the choice is yours! For a
good reason, this is one of the very interesting and very fun things to do in
Orange County Virginia!
Sky diving is an exciting and fun thing to try!
Location of the Orange County
Virginia is great and your advantage!
And, we left the best facts for the end.
The distance between Orange County and some big cities is very small:
Washington DC is only 70 miles away
Charlottesville is only 20 miles away from Orange County
Richmond is 60 miles away
Fredericksburg is only 15 miles away
So, as you can see – Orange County has a rather good location, and you can easily reach some of the big cities. And, as you know – there are many different events happening. So you can be sure that you will find something fun and amazing and new almost every week. The next interesting thing is the 6th Annual Ice Yard Event in Washington that really should be on your calendar as one of the fun things to do after moving to Orange County Virginia.
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Orange, Locust Grove, Norther Virginia or even Maryland or DC, we are your Real Estate team committed to finding the perfect home for you! Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar, and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, one of our area expert advisors will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available properties, please visit our website licatagroup.com
Does a friend, loved one, or family member living with dementia? The Civic Club invites you to become a Dementia Friend!
Kay Close RN, BSN, LALA, Executive Director at Trinity Senior Village and Dementia Friend Champion, will lead a one – hour informational session at the Civic Club meeting on Wednesday, January 22, at 7pm in the Clubhouse Great Hall.
What Makes You a Dementia Friend?
You become a Dementia Friend by attending a one-hour informational session to learn the five key messages about dementia, what it is like to live with the disease, and how to turn your understanding into action that supports people living with dementia.
Dementia Friends…….
Is a global movement that is striving to create more dementia friendly communities by changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia. Developed by the Alzheimer’s Society in the United Kingdom, Dementia Friends is underway across the United States. By helping everyone in a community understand what dementia is and how it affects people, each of us can make a difference for someone living with dementia.
Join a growing movement of people who are helping fellow community members living with dementia. A little support can make a big difference in their lives. We hope you’ll become a Dementia Friend by joining us on the 22nd…it’s easy and rewarding!
Research is essential before renovation, as it will help you scope your options and choose quality.
When you plan to renovate your house, the
renovation is an investment in your home. When doing so, you are not only
fixing it and redecorating for yourself. You are also adding value to it
should you ever choose to sell it in the future. Furthermore, as renovating
your house is a form of investment, it should
definitely be well planned and thought out. In addition, as we continue
discussing this topic, we are also going to delve deeper. We will discover the 10 essential and beneficial things one should do before renovating a house.
Renovating a House 101
A written plan and a mood board will be so
helpful throughout the renovation.
Renovating a house can be a small project or a very big
one. Whether you are fixing a bathroom or redesigning the entire interior look
of your home, there are multiple elements to be
considered beforehand. Why is a renovation something you should not rush into?
The answer to this is because a single renovation should withstand time and
have the quality to it. This takes good research, a solid plan and professional
help, amongst many other details.
Tips 1 and 2
Meanwhile, what do you think the number one thing on the
list is? When renovating your house, our number one tip to do first is creating
a mood board. Gather images, samples of textures, materials and more and place
it all on a board to visually create a concept and style. Placing everything in
one spot will help you view what your renovation could possibly look like. A
mood board is also a great idea because sometimes it is difficult to imagine
patterns and textures and colors in your head at once. Having them one beside
the other will help you make decoration ideas as well.
Make sure you set a budget before your renovation so that you don’t exceed your financial limits.
While we are on this topic, the mood board also ties into
our second tip. Placing everything on the board helps you create a visual plan,
which can also help you figure out your budget and the limits of it. Entering a
renovation without conceptualizing your finances and having a budget is a bad
idea altogether. You can get carried away and not even realize how much you are
actually spending. Moreover, adding the cost of all your ideas will help you
understand where you stand and how much you would like to spend on renovating
your house.
Tip 3
Now that you have an idea of what your renovation could
become visually, sit down and create a plan. This plan should consist of all the
changes you plan to implement within your home. Any necessary fixes and
additions you would like to see, along with the timeline of all of this. A
solid list with a good schedule will help you down the road and keep this
renovation organized.
Tip 4
A team of professionals will help guide you
through this process with beneficial advisement.
Consult with a team of professionals. If renovating your
house becomes a big project and you are unsure as to how to proceed, hire a
reliable contractor and decorator to help you. A team of professionals will
know and understand the standards and laws they must adhere to, taking that
stressful aspect away from your to-do-list. Additionally, a team of
professionals will also help you visualize your renovation and help you
understand the possibilities of your house. Sometimes the layout of the house
might not allow you to break down a wall, or add something, and it is good to
know ahead of time what you can do and what you cannot.
Tip 5
Renovating your house is easier if you move your
furniture out and have an empty space to work with. Whether you are renovating
a home you plan to stay in, or are renovating a house in another city, take
care of your furniture and belongings ahead of time. Meanwhile, if you are
moving away, we advise on getting your household belongings to another state before you start renovating. Place your belongings in
storage and keep them there until you complete and finish your new house.
Tip 6
Once your house is furniture free, our next tip is to
scope out space. Once you can evaluate the empty space, it will enable you to
visualize all the possibilities of your renovation. You could also check back
with your mood board and written plan to see if all of that can be done within
the dimensions your space allows you.
Tip 7
When it comes to the fun shopping part, don’t purchase
the first option you come by. If you are going to the hardware store on your
own, talk to the department associate there as they can advise you on the best
options. That way you won’t buy the wrong thing or spend more money than you
should have.
Tip 8
Don’t forget to prep your house for renovating. Details
such as priming the walls before painting them are crucial for the wall color.
Priming the walls creates a better canvas for wall paint and helps the paint
look fresher and stay on for longer.
Tip 9
Check your renovation timeline once again to ensure that
most things will run on schedule. Once you have your belongings in storage,
it’s also beneficial to know that your renovations will be timely so that it
all works out.
Tip 10
Our last but not least tip of this topic is good
communication. This is important before renovating your house but also just as
important throughout the renovation. Good and open communication with your
contractor or whomever you are renovating your house with is very important so
things would run smoothly and successfully.
In Progress
Simply being on top of everything, communicating and
being guided by your plan will be more than enough for a successful renovation.
Stay on schedule, and enjoy this investment into your new home.
Author’s Bio
Troy Thompson is a 35-year-old teacher, with experience in renovations and decorating homes. Not only is he a fan of HGTV, where he has learned a lot about renovating a home from various TV shows, but he has also moved a few times and renovated a few homes with his girlfriend. Troy loves sharing his advice for unexperienced renovators and hopes that his tips will help someone get started and learn more.
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Orange, Locust Grove, Norther Virginia or even Maryland or DC, we are your Real Estate team committed to finding the perfect home for you! Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar, and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, one of our area expert advisors will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available properties, please visit our website licatagroup.com
Buying a new home and moving for retirement is something that is pretty common in the United States. It also seems that it is something that almost everybody is doing nowadays. However, this process is something that will take some time and consideration. Buying a home, moving and starting over is exciting. However, it is also a task that you should take seriously. Think about your life now, and how it will change once you retire. What are the pros and cons of relocating? And starting fresh? Yes, starting fresh is possible even at the golden age. You’ve probably never had more money and time at your disposal. Now, you can finally enjoy life to the fullest. And you deserve it. Let us guide you through buying a home in Virginia after retirement process, and help you handle it the best way possible. You don’t only need it, you really do deserve it.
Reasons for buying a new home after retirement
We all have different reasons, however, we all have the main
goal in common – we want to make our lives better, every aspect of it. And that
is the main reason behind every home buying process. In Virginia, Japan or
anywhere else in the world. We just want what’s best for ourselves and our
loved ones. Retiring and enjoying your mature age comes with many benefits, and
one of them – you will have much more time on your hands. Time to take charge
of your life. And that sometimes means changing your surroundings and starting
over.
Your family home might have served you for many years, but
it’s probably not the right fit for you anymore. It might feel like an empty
nest, or it might be too big now when the kids have moved out. Maybe you want
to be closer to your grandchildren. We all have our reasons, however, investing
in real estate comes with a great deal of work that needs to be done. Our
number one advice for you would be to really think through your reasons. Make
sure that they are good and reasonable ones.
Gathering the money
Yes, we need to mention and talk about this aspect when
having a conversation about buying a home in Virginia after retirement. Your
budget. It is real estate, and such investments don’t come cheap. That is why
you need to really consider your budget, as well as your wants and needs. What
are you looking for? And can you afford it? These two things can also be very
different, so make sure you know your budget as well as your limits.
Calculate your budget. Look into your savings. Talk to your
loaning manager and ask for some advice. Try to get all the information and
advice that you can use to your advantage along the way. And also – don’t
depend, but rely on professional assistance. Having someone who knows the real
estate business to its core on your team is of crucial importance. Why? You
will want to get the most value for your money’s worth. We all do.
Yes, you will want to hire a professional
As we have mentioned before, having a seasoned professional
when buying a home in Virginia after retirement is your best option. It will
save you some precious time, energy and even money. Hiring realtors or real
estate agents sounds more expensive than it is. And their service, on the other
hand, is much needed. Even though you might be buying your 10th
house this time around, if you are not a real estate professional yourself, you
will need some help for sure.
This market changes, without us even noticing. And in order
to get as much value for your money, you will definitely need some advice and
someone who can lead this whole process. Especially if you are coming from
another state. Relocating from one place to another is stressful enough as it
is, and moving interstate, well – let’s just say, there will be many things to consider when moving to another state.
Let professionals assist you. It is the best thing you can do.
Decide what you’ll do with your current house
You will have to make this call, sooner or later. And even
though leaving our old lives behind sounds fun and exciting, leaving all these
memories behind as well can be harder than you might have originally expected.
That is why you need to think about this move. And we mean – really think. Will
you leave your old house to your kids? Or are you going to sell it?
Whatever you choose to do, make sure you do it fast. Letting
time pass by won’t help you, and especially if you tend to get nostalgic. Allow
yourself to enjoy your new beginning, and say goodbye to your old life. Leaving
your old family house behind doesn’t mean you’ll leave all the people you love
(or the memories you share with them) behind. It is just a property. And the
sooner you start thinking this way, the sooner this process will become enjoyable.
And you really want things to go smoothly, trust us on this one.
Set up your criteria
Your new home in Virginia needs to be perfect. It needs to
meet your expectations and everything you have dreamt of all these years. Make
a list of things that are a must and a list of things that are a no-no. You
will have to make a compromise here and there, but there are still some things
that are and should stay deal breakers. You deserve the best. And now, you can
finally be picky.
Enjoy the process
Your real estate agent will lead the way, and all you have to do is to follow his or her lead. Of course, it is your house and you make all the calls, however, your real estate agent (or realtor) is there to do all the hard work. Buying a home in Virginia after retirement is something that you have waited for for so long. Make sure you enjoy it!
Whether you’re looking for homes for sale in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Orange, Locust Grove, Norther Virginia or even Maryland or DC, we are your Real Estate team committed to finding the perfect home for you! Thinking of selling? In any market condition, “what is my home worth?” is the #1 question asked by homeowners. If you wish to sell your home, it needs to be sold for top dollar, and in a timely manner. Pricing your home accurately, one of our area expert advisors will partner with you to make the selling process so much easier. Get started today by calling us at (540) 388-2541 or contact Pat Licata.
To see available properties, please visit our website licatagroup.com
