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Things To Know About Burke Centre

Burke Centre is a planned residential community in the west of Burke, Fairfax County run by the Burke Centre Conservancy. Burke Centre has a total population of 17,326 and has over 5,800 homes. Burke Centre is bordered to the east and partially to the north by the Burke CDP, and to the west and north by the Fairfax Station CDP. Burke Centre is divided into five neighborhoods: The Woods, The Oaks, the Commons, the Ponds, and the Landings. Continue reading

Some Information About Stratford Landing Neighborhood

The Stratford Landing neighborhood is located in Fairfax County in between Old Town and Mount Vernon. This area is convenient to Alexandria, D.C. and George Washington Memorial Parkway. Stratford Landing homeowners enjoy something of a relaxed, quiet suburban lifestyle, yet benefit from close proximity to main arterial routes for access to Alexandria, Washington DC and Northern Virginia. Continue reading

What Can You Enjoy At Chinquapin Park?

Chinquapin Park is located at 3210 King Street in Alexandria. During World War II the site of the park was known as Chinquapin Village, a war housing development for Torpedo Factory workers and an emergency facility for the United States Navy. The park still features some remnants of the neighborhoods. In 1971 the property was acquired by the City of Alexandria and was later opened as Chinquain Park by former Mayor Charles E Beatley. A recreation center was later opened in 1986. Continue reading

Learn More About Potomac Yard Park In Alexandria

The Potomac Yard Park is a 23.4 acre neighborhood park located at 2501 Potomac Ave in Alexandria. The park was designed and constructed through a partnership between the Alexandria City Council and Pulte Homes. The park features picnic tables and pathways with ADA accessibility, outdoor stage area for the hosting of special events, Stormwater Management Ponds, Walking/Bicycle trails and passive seating areas with historical interpretations. Sports fanatics can enjoy park facilities such athletic fields, basketball courts, tennis courts and volleyball courts. There is a playground for kids to enjoy which is ADA accessible. Continue reading

Why Goat Hill Park In Alexandria?

Goat Hill Park is a 2.5 acres park which is located at 33 Kennedy Street in Alexandria. The small park was dedicated to the City of Alexandria in 1953 and has since been adopted by the Warwick Village Citizens' Association. The park which is located within the Warwick Village residential neighborhood features three different areas: a playground with standard equipment and rubberized surface which is perfect for the kids from ages 5-10 to enjoy, a natural wooded area and an open lawn that is used for relaxation and blanket picnics. A hill is located behind and above the playground extends into the wooded area. The hill is also a favorite place for kids to use for sledding during the winter. Continue reading

Why You Should Visit Beverly Park?

Beverly Park is a 1.74 acres lot located at 620 North Overlook Drive in Alexandria 22305. The park which is known as 'the pit' was officially opened in June 1943 and was adopted by the North Ridge Citizens Association. The facility features a hard court play area, a playground with park shelter, picnic tables, sitting areas and wooded nature area.Continue reading