Old Town Commons is a series of town houses that cover 5 city blocks. Old Town Commons is located at the intersection of North Columbus Street and Madison Street. This is a great location with walkable features, and metro access. Old Town has several parks, a basketball court, volleyball court, and scenic waterfront views. The address is 735 N. Alfred Street Alexandria, VA 22314735.
Old Town Commons is conveniently close to shopping in Old Town. Old Town Commons is also close to the shopping area at Potomac Yard. These town homes feature rooftop terraces, garage parking, and professional landscaping. Old Town Commons is a short commute to Washington D.C.
Old Town Commons is in Northern Virginia
These town houses have Energy Star labeled windows
El Pollo Ranchero is located at 6324 Richmond Highway Alexandria, VA 22306. The phone number for El Pollo Ranchero is 703 721 2000. This restaurant serves a variety of Latin American foods. Nearby is Route 1; just across the road is Walmart.
El Pollo Ranchero has a large selection of dishes on their menu. Chicken is their specialty. The dishes here are filling and affordable. There are several housing resources located near Richmond Highway.
Wegmans is located at 11620 Monument Drive Fairfax VA 22030. The phone number is (703) 653-1600. This grocery is located near several different neighborhoods. Wegman's has fresh foods.
Having a grocery store close to home can prove to be very convenient. Wegman's has an amazing selection that tops most other grocery stores in quality and selection. Wegman's really puts the "super" in super market. This is very close to Fair Oaks Mall which is just a few minutes away by car.
Texas De Brazil is a Brazilian steak house with a unique buffet. The waitress gives the buffet attendant a card that has a red light on one side and a green light on the other. Depending on the card color displayed (green light) the server will stop by with freshly grilled meat.The restaurant is located at 11750L Fair Oaks Mall Fairfax, VA 22033. The phone number for Texas De Brazil is (703) 352-4111.
Texas De Brazil serves many different meats including beef, pork, lamb, chicken and Brazilian sausage. The appetizer bar is well stocked and includes several sides. Texas De Brazil typically has a lively social setting inside. The restaurant also has a unique decorative theme.
The Parsian Restaurant is located at 703 King Street Old Town Alexandria 22314. Their phone number is 703 838 9090. The Parsian Restaurant serves Persian / Iranian food. The atmosphere inside is a good environment for a date, family occasion, or other dining experience.
The Parsian Restaurant is a great destination in Old Town to park, and walk to, to enjoy the weather depending on the season. At one end of King there is the waterfront and at the other there is the Masonic Temple. Just a few blocks in any direction and their are several neighborhoods distinct to Old Town. Further along King Street and there are several shops and restaurants.
We were met by a lovely hostess at the Parsian Restaurant.
Inside the Restaurant looking out towards the streets of Old Town
Inside the Parsian Restaurant there is a clean, crisp decorative lay out
A gyro ready to eat
A mix of entrees partially eaten
The menu at the Parsian Restaurant features a variety of Persian and Iranian dishes
Established in 1974 with a mission to reduce homelessness, increase community support and promote self sufficiency, the Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is operated by a multi-denominational board of directors and staff managing over 70 housing units. Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is located in the Mount Zephyr Business Center at 8305 Richmond…
The Shops at Telegraph are located at the intersection of South Kings Highway and Telegraph Road. This area is located towards Kingstowne. Across the road from the Shops there is a public park. The Shops at Telegraph host several different businesses.
Within driving distance there is Richmond Highway and Franconia. Also further down telegraph leads to Hayfield Highschool. There is a lot of forested areas near this area. Several miles down Telegraph is where a golf coarse used to be, now construction is being completed in that direction.
Kingstowne features a variety of neighborhoods with different housing options, including townhouses, condos and single family residences. Locally this area is serviced by the Kingstowne shopping center. Right after the shopping center there is a trail that goes along a man made lake and leads directly to a neighborhood. Geese can be seen in the lake and on the trail.
Along the trail there is a gazebo that offers seating and a view. The trail is paved and can support most bikes. On the weekends the trail is used by runners. This is a great place to get out and get some exercise at.
The trail is right next to a man made lake
From this angle the paved trail stretches out next to the road
The surrounding trees provide shade
A neighborhood is located across from the man made lake
Right alongside of the George Washington Parkway is a trail that runs parallel. Along the road nearby neighborhoods have outlets that connect to the trail. The trail has slopes, footbridges, and wide open fields. Along the way there are great places to participate in activities like fishing, picnicing, and ultimate frisbee.
The trail starts at the tip of Old Town Alexandria and goes until Mount Vernon. This is a great place to take a dog to and let him off the leash. Also this is a good place to go for a walk with the family. There are several public tables outside and BBQ pits ready for use.
A bench right across from the biking / running / walking trail
Shoppers can stock up the home for less money by buying bulk. Costco is located at 7373 Boston Boulevard Springfield, VA 22153. The phone number for Costco is 703-912-1203. Costco carries a wide variety of items including but not limited to: groceries, technology, clothing, and home goods.
Northern Virginia is the host to deer that occasionally run from wooded areas to back yards and roads. Usually there are no deer crossing signs. With an appropriate distance the deer are not dangerous. The deer occasionally just show up in different areas of town and continue with their business.
During the afternoon deer return to the woods
An up close deer sighting
These deer appear in a more natural setting
Three deer cross this black topped asphalt
The deer run through the wilderness
During the summer the wild deer look back in curiosity
