Fun things to do and see in Northern Virginia near Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County and Falls Church. Includes parks, shopping, sightseeing, recreation and events.
Laurel Hill Golf Club joins the notables in the world of golf with a prestigious ranking at number 15 on Golf week’s 2009 roster of the nation's 50 best municipal courses, announced annually in the magazine's May edition.Nesbitt Realty can help you buy and sell real estate in 22079.
This 18 hole course in Lorton, Northern Virginia was created by Bill Love on acres of land that formerly had D.C Department of Corrections Facility standing in Lorton. Laurel Hill Golf Club is stunning and one of a kind golfing experience with nature’s beauty dominates the character of the course.
A 9,400 square foot of land is occupied by the clubhouse which is the centerpiece of the golf club. Specific design and architecture boasts of the rich heritage of the former DC Department of Corrections Facility.
Amenities:
Bistro Area – Featured American Pub style menu
Banquet Room – For groups of 144 people
A Dining/Small Conference Room – Business meetings
Full Service Kitchen
Pro Shop – complete with golf merchandise
Changing areas – beside restrooms for quick changing
Laurel Golf Club is located at 8701 Laurel Crest Drive Lorton VA 22079. Please contact 703 – 493 - 8849 for more information
$249,900 :: 5500 Holmes Run Pkwy #105, Alexandria VA, 22304
Holmes Run Trail is a trail that runs along Holmes Run from Columbia Pike near Lake Barcroft in Fairfax County, Virginia south to Cameron Run in Alexandria, Virginia. The trails follow closely along the sides of the stream, with multiple bridges that are only about a foot higher than the water.
Holmes Run Trail consists of two sections that are not connected. The northern section is 1.25 miles in length and runs from Columbia Pike to Glen Hills Park. The southern section is 3 miles in length and runs from the end of North Chambliss Street to Eisenhower Avenue at Cameron Run, next to Cameron Run Regional Park.
This past weekend I visited Paradise Springs for the first time. Paradise Springs is a homegrown winery, located at 13219 Yates Ford Rd, Clifton, VA 20124. To get there, I took the Yellow line to the Vienna Metro Station. From there, I carpooled with friends the rest of the way, which took a brisk 25 minutes.
From what I saw, Clifton is a small town surrounded by forest. After breezing through the city, we parked on a gravel lot. From there we walked past heated outdoor seating and entered a large, wooden, barn style building. Most of the tables were full. In the background there was a live musician cranking out both original and cover songs, to the back drop of many loud conversations.
Next my friends and I, tried a variety of white and red wines that were a part of a $10 sampler. The diversity of flavor was eye opening, from the mouth watering, sour apple 2012 Chardonnay, to the complex, headache-free red, sweet cherry 2011 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, to the other unique flavors in between. The menu was very complimentary of the wines. The menu featured top quality cigars, meats, cheeses, crackers, and more.
Outside there was plenty of room to hang out at the tables, which were next to heaters. Many people brought their own snacks from home, to enjoy with their Paradise Springs wine. The atmosphere at Paradise Springs was much different than that of a Northern Virginia bar, in that it was more lounge bound and less sports driven. As part of Virginia's economy, Paradise Springs is making a positive impact on the wine industry.
Clifton is a small town, about 25 minutes from Vienna
Paradise Springs is surrounded by forest
Paradise Springs during the winter season
Paradise Springs has $10 wine tastings
In the winter time, there are heaters outside of the winery, next to tables
Paradise Springs has lots of different types of wine
The menu for the wine samples
On some days, Paradise Springs hosts live music
Cold weather, at Paradise Springs in Clifton Virginia
Aubrey Nesbitt visited Paradise Springs for the first time in January
The Chantilly Regional Library
The Fairfax County Public Library is a rich and valuable resource where residents of Fairfax County and the surrounding community can utilize many educational, informational, and recreational services. There are 23 library branches throughout Fairfax County as well as an Administration office, the Fairfax County Archives and Records Center, the Grants and Funding Research Center and the Virginia Room. Each branch features something distinct and interesting. Whether you're scouring news releases or exploring the prospect of entrepreneurship, the outstanding resources and expert staff at the Public Libraries are unparalleled.
Notable features recently added by the Fairfax Library Foundation is the tutor learning suite which includes three different tutoring specialties available in both English and Spanish. There is a K-12 Student Center, a College Center, and an Adult Career Center. These facilities include many test preparation materials for standardized tests like the SAT, GED materials, job searching resources, resume writing, and citizenship and financial literacy assistance training.
Fairfax County also features a Public Law Library and the Law Library catalog is available online. The Law Library features free wireless internet services and is available to any visitor with a laptop equipped for wireless networking. Call 703-246-2170 for more information. The Law Library is located at the Fairfax County Courthouse at 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 115, in Fairfax, Virginia.
Between the 23 Public Library branches, including those in McLean, Alexandria and Lorton, as well as the Public Law Library, Fairfax County is dedicated to its residents and committed to education and literacy in the community. Public Libraries provide both a fun and safe learning environment for people of all ages.
There is seating at the front of the shop to take a cup of coffee.Grape and Bean is just another example of an Old Town artisan boutique. Shops like Grape and Bean, or as they call themselves Grape + Bean, are community assets and part of what makes Old Town so special. Long-time Alexandria residents David Gwathmey and Sheera Rosenfeld opened Grape & Bean in 2008. Together they have managed to create a place that is comfortable, warm and welcoming, while offering excellent service and high quality products.
Grape and Bean is a retail wine shop, coffee shop and a wine tasting bar. Along with wine by the glass and coffee by the cup, Grape and Bean offers a food menu with cheese plates and other items that are tailored for sharing. As a wine and coffee shop, Grape and Bean of course retails wine by the bottle and coffee by the pound. I find that they are an excellent resource for gift baskets, and they'll really put the time in to help you make your best selection.
Grape + Bean offers a well-stocked wine inventory.Nesbitt Realty can help you buy and sell real estate in Old Town South.
According to "The Tiny Life", "the typical American home is around 2600 square feet, while the typical small or tiny house is around 100-400 square feet. Tiny Houses come in all shapes, sizes and forms but they focus on smaller spaces and simplified living."
There are many sites where you can find plans for tiny homes.
Here's one example
Tiny House Plans
Tiny houses often have very creative uses of space.
I love this bedroom loft.
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