Condos for Sale at Williamsburg Condominiums
Williamsburg Condominiums is located at 1276 North Wayne Street, Arlington, VA 22201-5848
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Living Near Golf Courses In Northern Virginia
In the past, we would think that living near golf courses or rather just playing golf would be for the retired, business men or the elderly. But in our world today, golf courses are enjoyed by not only the retirees, older couples or active adults, but by young couples, singles and families with children. As a matter of fact, this all depends on the personality of the person who can enjoy a nature filled playing environment with a relaxed scenario and a challenging game.
Those living in golf course communities can tell you the benefits they get from having a golf course as their front or back yard. They can hit the course whenever they want without having to travel or relax with a quiet game right after work. Such communities are now expanding adding swimming pools, spas, fitness centers, convenient stores or pro shops and clubhouses. These facilities can be enjoyed by the whole family together without having to go an extra mile. Aside from that, activities and programs are always available for kids of all ages, young adults and their parents. Neighbors can get to know each other better, tighten their circle of friendship and just simply enjoy the community of active, friendly and like minded people.
Such golf course communities are kept private, gated and secure assuring peace and order in the community unlike others. One would not require playing golf to just appreciate the quality of living in these communities. Some golf communities have certain restrictions when it comes to public access to ensure that homeowners aren’t crowded out on the course.
Golf course communities aren’t limited to only the wealthy but there are many types of golf course homes that can fit into an affordable price range while taking advantage of the many facilities and activities of the community for the entire family.
Click here to learn more about these popular and attractive golf course communities and the homes available in the area:
Click here to learn more about these popular and attractive golf course communities and the homes available in the area:
- Lauren Hill Golf Club in Lorton
- Penderbrook Golf Club in the Penderbrook Community of Fairfax
- Reston National Golf Course in Reston
- Hidden Creek Golf Course in Reston
- International Country Club in Fairfax
- Oak Marr Golf Course in Oakton
- Chantilly National Golf Course and Country Club in Centerville
- Twin Lakes in Clifton
- Burke Lake Golf in Fairfax Station
- Westwood Country Club in Vienna
- Jefferson District Park and Golf Course in Falls Church
- Pinecrest Golf Course in Alexandria
- Hilltop Golf Club in Alexandria
- Mount Vernon Country Club in Alexandria
- Washington Golf and Country Club in Arlington
- Army Navy Country Club in Arlington and Fairfax
- Greendale Golf Courses in Alexandria
Biking in Arlington’s Trails
A large network of trails, bike lanes and bikeable streets allowing accessible cycling in and about the neighborhoods in Arlington can be found to be quick, safe and very convenient
Biking Benefits:
There are about 400 bike racks available throughout the County as Arlington promotes cycling to be a preferable and easy mode of traveling. Arlington does require new residential, office and retail establishments to provide generous if not ample bike parking with shower and locker facilities.
For the security of bikes, registering bicycles with the Arlington County Police Department is highly recommended. A license is issued with records of license number, serial number of the bicycle and the name of the owner. It is also recommended to use a U-lock instead of chains and cables.
For more detailed information about biking, you can refer to ACCS or the Arlington County Commuter Services which is a bureau of the Arlington, Virginia Department of Environmental Services. ACCS programs work to encourage and promote the use of mass transit, carpooling, vanpooling, bicycling, walking, teleworking and other alternative aside from driving alone.
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- Inexpensive – Anyone can afford and maintain this means of transportation.
- Convenient – Less troublesome when it comes to getting to certain places.
- Fitness – Firming, calorie burning all that can be achieved without membership fees
- Environment Friendly – No noise or air pollution (no carbon dioxide emissions).
- Traffic Congestion – Takes away the bumper to bumper situation of traffic on the road.
- Business – Cost Saving for transportation re-imbursements.
- Happy Community - Bikers are more relaxed and can enjoy the beauty of the community.
There are about 400 bike racks available throughout the County as Arlington promotes cycling to be a preferable and easy mode of traveling. Arlington does require new residential, office and retail establishments to provide generous if not ample bike parking with shower and locker facilities.
For the security of bikes, registering bicycles with the Arlington County Police Department is highly recommended. A license is issued with records of license number, serial number of the bicycle and the name of the owner. It is also recommended to use a U-lock instead of chains and cables.
For more detailed information about biking, you can refer to ACCS or the Arlington County Commuter Services which is a bureau of the Arlington, Virginia Department of Environmental Services. ACCS programs work to encourage and promote the use of mass transit, carpooling, vanpooling, bicycling, walking, teleworking and other alternative aside from driving alone.
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Potters Glen
Formerly a farm owned by the Potter family, Potters Glen properties comprises of 92 townhouses developed by 3 different developers.
Potters Glen’s community also has a Gazebo Area where special occasions can be held and everything needed to host a party is available.
Its location is conveniently close to Springfield Mall as well as an array of restaurants and Shop stops in Kingstowne.
Major transportation via the Franconia-Springfield Metro/VRE Station as well as Metro, I-95, I-495 and I-395 is exceptionally accessible.
Hidden Pond Nature Center Is An Educational Place for Everyone
With a small park for leisurely strolls around a pond and through the woods, Hidden Pond Nature Center can be found at the end of a residential street in the Kenwood Oaks Community of Springfield in the Fairfax County.
25 acres of Hidden Park is ruled over by larger neighboring parks such as Burke Lake Park with 880 acres and Pohick Stream Valley Park with 700 acres.
The Hidden Park is acres of undisturbed woodland, tranquil trails, bubbling streams and an acre pond along with a new 2,000 foot trail and bridge that connects to Pohick Stream Valley Park. A lighted tennis court and a children’s play area can be enjoyed.
Hidden Pond Nature Center is special because of its wide variety of educational activities and programs provided throughout the whole year for school children and community organizations or work. The programs and activities held are connected by Fairfax County Public Schools that meet the local science standard of learning helping teachers in their lessons. The Center also features live displays and exhibits that teach about the natural world of Fairfax County. Books and other items are also sold for nature lovers.
Hidden Pond Nature Center is located at 8511 Greeley Blvd in Springfield VA 22152. Form ore information about their programs and activities you can contact 703-451-9588.
From Location to Commute, Will This Affect Real Estate?
For those searching for homes in Northern Virginia, the location is always the main and important factor. However, there are a lot of specifications that would decide on a location. Those would be the exact neighborhoods, views, noise, schools, accessibility to shopping centers/ entertainment/ convenient stores/ healthcare and more. But there is one factor that will remain to be the most important specification and that would be Commute.
Washington DC does have the most gridlock highways in the country and as regional planners suggest improvements to handle the current situation, people and employment still rains hard. Although from the perspective of Real Estate it is a blessing but in terms of commute it is already a complicated and challenging situation that would grow into a more challenging one.
According to local news radio WTOP, the Washington DC region is primed to grow by more than 2 million people over the next 25 years, however the same report did highlight that the region needs to build more accessible roads to handle the influx. While as observed by the Northern Virginia Transportation Alliance, once we get beyond our current major roads projects to deal with the current concerns, there are “no improvements in the pipeline after this”.
Based on the current situation we have, the concern of location in Real Estate may as well be commute. A worker’s commute being frustrating and lengthy can and will have a large impact on his or her lifestyle and even personality. Bearing this in mind, the consideration to trade other location features to commute features will definitely arise.
Such commuting features may be:
- Accessibility to current or possible job centers that may include military bases.
- Convenient highway access
- Accessibility to mass transportation like Metrorail
- Proximity to airports – Dulles or Reagan National in Northern Virginia or BWI
- Consideration of toll vs. non-toll highways
- Carpool hours on certain highways that can affect commute
- Accessibility to secondary roads and upcoming road improvements
- Awareness of where “ bottlenecks” can be found
CNA with more than 60 years in Alexandria VA
CNA's objective, empirical research and analysis helps decision makers develop sound policies, make better-informed decisions, and manage programs more effectively. We take a multi-disciplinary, field-based "real world" approach to our work, and provide public-sector organizations with the tools they need to tackle the complex challenges of making government more efficient and keeping our country safe and strong.
A non profit research organization operating for the Center for Naval Analysis as well as the Institute for Public Research, CNA’s approach is a modern iteration of Isaac Newton’s perception that direct observation of events and people increases one’s understanding of complex dynamic processes.
350 researchers and 45 analysts and more make up CNA to date. These employees either in groups or individually are active in their communities by assisting those in need. CNA also takes part of many charity programs and organizations.
The Center for Naval Analysis and the Institute for Public Research are 2 major operating components of CNA. Research and analysis support are provided to the US Navy and other Departments of Defense components via the Center for Naval Analyses contract – a federally Funded Research and Development Center. CNA also provides support to other federal government agencies, state and local governments, foundations and others via the institute for Public Research.
CNA with more than 750 employees is located at 4825 Mark Center Drive in Alexandria, VA 22311. For more information you can contact: 703 – 824 – 2000
Dominion moving up in Virginia
Dominion’s Strategy
To be a leading provider of electricity, natural gas and related services to clients in the energy intensive Midwest, Mid Atlantic and Northeast regions in the US that are potential markets of 50 million houses and businesses consuming over 40 % of the nation’s energy.
Having their corporate headquarters in Richmond Virginia, Dominion is one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy having 27,500 megawatts of generation, 12,000 miles of natural gas transmission, gathering and storage pipelines and 6,000 miles of electric transmission lines. With 942 billion cubic feet of storage capacity and serving retail energy clients in 12 states, Dominion is certainly the nation’s largest gas storage system.
Dominion employees have been sincerely active in their communities and have been receiving formal company support for years. Programs and projects have been set up by employees to assist children and families in need as well as beautifying the communities itself to building classrooms and playgrounds for schools throughout the years.
Dominion is an equal opportunity employer accepting applicants with disabilities, undergraduates as well as military and veterans are most welcome.
Dominion have offices in One James River Plaza (OJRP) 701 East Cary Street at Richmond, Virginia 23219 with contact number 804-771-4795, as well as on James River at 120 Tredegar Street just a few blocks from OJRP.
Penderbrook Golf Club in Fairfax VA
The Penderbrook community’s Penderbrook Golf Club in Fairfax is a sight to see with its challenging 18 hole par 71 championship golf course that everyone can enjoy. Arnold Palmer Golf Management professionally manages the club garnering many improvements within a year including their pros shop and “traditions Café” restaurant.
Penderbrook Club is known to host major tournaments, groups’ outings and leagues throughout the year. And the restaurant can seat 200 people with an attached covered deck while accommodating every catering need to provide excellent Penderbrook experience.
Directions to get to Penderbrook Club via I-66:
- Exit 57, Fair Oaks - Springfield and Winchester (Route 50 North)
- West Ox Road North
- Right at first traffic light which is the entrance to Penderbrook and Penderbrook Drive
- Follow this to the end, past apartments, townhouses, condos, and single family homes
- Road turns into Golf Trail Lane
- Golf Club is straight ahead at the end
About Reston National Golf Course
Home to Nike Golf Learning Center of the Mid Atlantic.
Reston National Golf Course is among the Northern Virginia’s favorite of classic golf with a 150 seat covered outdoor patio for golf outings or even hosting a golf event.
Reston National Golf Course is situated in the center of Reston off Dulles Toll Road between Dulles Airport and the Washington Beltway. Reston National Golf Course is located at 11875 Sunrise Valley Drive Reston VA 20191.
The Clubhouse offers majestic views surrounding the luxurious patio and clubhouse. A Golf Shop is available at the clubhouse providing gold equipment and accessories along with a professional staff to assist with repairs, custom fitting and the like. The restaurant within the clubhouse is a relaxing place to hang out with the luxury of viewing the beautiful surroundings while having a quick snack or a heavy full meal.
Reston National Golf Course is certified as a Cooperative Sanctuary by Audubon International committed to protecting the local environment, natural resources and providing wildlife habitats.
Different types of memberships are offered to secure the service and use of the club.
