Richmond Hill was envisioned as a pocket community of urban homes that maintained in-town convenience while providing the grace and elegance of manor living. The design premise was drawn along the classic Federal style found in the cities of Richmond, ( Monument Ave. ) Alexandria and Georgetown. The intent was to reproduce the richness of detail and pleasing scale of this style of architecture while keeping the building facades, landscaping, sidewalks, fences and exterior lighting both appropriate and compatible. Only 14 homes make up this small community.
The location off of South Henry Street just past the W&M Law School gives residents proximity to the College of William and Mary, Colonial Williamsburg , Three Golf Courses, indoor tennis plus the shopping and dining of nearby Merchants Square in Colonial Williamsburg. Sales are rare in this coveted neighborhood.
As of Feb 2010 there were no homes for sale in Richmond Hill. Only one home sold last year in Richmond Hill for $750k.
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Developed in the mid-1960s as a residential community by the Savage and Cocke families, the original neighborhood consisted of 24 lots ranging in size from three-quarter to one-and-three- quarter acres. The location off of South Henry Street just past the W&M Law School gives residents proximity to the College of William and Mary, Colonial Williamsburg , Three Golf Courses, indoor tennis plus the shopping and dining of nearby Merchants Square in Colonial Williamsburg. Most of the homes are sited in a wooded landscape. Many original homeowners still reside in the houses they built nearly 40 years ago. A testament to the communities desirability.
Most of the homes in The Coves are masterpieces, custom designed and meticulously maintained by the owners. Sales are rare in this coveted neighborhood.
As of Feb 2010 there were two homes for sale in The Coves ranging from the mid $400’s to almost a million. Only one home sold last year in The Coves for the low $400’s.
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Associated Developers and Beamon Construction have opened a new community off of Centerville Rd in Williamsburg James City County Virginia.
The Village at Windmill Meadows is a 40 acre community with new homes starting from the $400,000’s . Originally the site of a farm. The old windmill from that farm has been restored and now stands sentry at the entrance to the neighborhood.
Seventy Eight new homes are slated for construction. The two models are finished and available for viewing
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Williamsburg/ James City County Schools assigned at this time are Norge Elementary, Toano Middle and the new Warhill High School although there will be redistricting in 2010 when the new middle and elementary schools open. There is a high probability that the neighborhood will be zoned for the new Elementary and Middle Schools.
The new elementary school will bear the name of the late Dr. J. Blaine Blayton, a well‐known African American physician who practiced medicine for 50 years in the Williamsburg area and beyond. The new middle school will honor Lois S. Hornsby, a longtime fixture in the Williamsburg , VA community.
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Fox Hill and Longhill Station are the nearest neighborhoods to Windmill Meadows.
Upon researching the approval of the neighborhood on the James City County Planning site I noticed that there is a restrictive covenant which prohibits outdoor irrigation of any kind from the public water supply. This apparently is part of A Water Conservation Agreement with our local water supplier JCSA ( James City County Service Authority). This is a pretty radical proposal. NO watering your yard !
It will be interesting to see if anyone installs a cistern to store rainwater. I am assuming this would be the only way you can water a yard in Windmill Meadows.
Homes are being built by Beamer Construction of Williamsburg VA. Beamer has built many homes in the area and was the developer of the Powhatan Secondary community.
The homes being built by Beamer Construction at Windmill Meadows are Earthcraft Certified.
EarthCraft House is a green building program that serves as a blueprint for healthy comfortable homes that reduce utility bills and protect the environment. The aim of the program is to help home builders be leaders in smart growth management and environmental stewardship.
Building an EarthCraft House is about constructing a healthy, more valuable home while minimizing environmental impacts. EarthCraft House follows a systems approach to home building that stresses an understanding of how the different components of a home work together. This approach results in a home that performs better, is more economical for the homeowner and costs little more to build than a comparable home built with standard construction practices.
EarthCraft House guidelines address energy efficiency, durability, indoor air quality, resource efficiency, waste management, and water conservation.
Today’s home buyers want to get the most house for their money. In addition to paying a monthly mortgage, home owners must also pay for utilities, maintenance and repair. All of these factors must be taken into consideration when determining the true cost of home ownership. A durable energy efficient house can be more economical and affordable even if it has a higher asking price than another home built with standard construction practices. (True cost of home ownership ).
Read more about the Earthcraft Home builder program in Virginia here
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The Oaks at Fenton Mill” in Williamsburg/ York County, Virginia.
Home builders at The Oaks at Fenton Mill include: Wayne Harbin Builder and Lawson Homes .
The wooded community is close to the interstate and only minutes from the bustling retail centers of Upper York and James City counties, including Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Lowe’s, and the new Sentara Community Hospital.
The community features wooded country size lots, beautiful rolling terrain, walking trails, a pond, and recreational areas .The wooded home sites range in size from one-half acre to two acres.
Stay tuned for further details.
| Schools for The Oaks at Fenton Mill | York County |
| High School | Bruton |
| Middle | Queens Lake |
| Elementary | Waller Mill |
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In Williamsburg, Virginia, the gold standard for private country club communities has been set – Governor’s Land. Only seven short miles from Colonial Williamsburg and located where the Chickahominy and James rivers meet, it is private, on the waterfront, and truly a unique living experience. Tall stands of tree, shorelines, and wetlands distinguish the environment of this luxury residential community and offer leisure and recreational opportunities.
Driving through the entrance to Governor’s Land sho
ws you why people who previously lived all over the country have chosen to make that area their home, or have bought real estate there for their vacation needs. The area is not a retirement community, nor is it a resort. It’s friendly, it’s relaxed, and it’s already home to interesting people with varied backgrounds and professions, as well as people of all ages. They have come together in Williamsburg, Virginia at Governor’s Land because they want to enjoy the unique lifestyle offered there.
No matter whether you like Federal, Colonial, or Georgian architectural styles, 
there is an exceptional array of all three in Governor’s Land, and the homes and available building sites within the borders of the community are surrounded by tidal marshlands, water, meadowland, mature forests, and the fairways of the golf course. Tennis, two areas for swimming, a yacht club, 18 holes of golf, a marina, more than ten miles of trails on which to bike or walk, a Country Club owned by the members and overlooking the Chickahominy and James rivers, and exercise facilities are all available.
Green space is a commitment for the community. Sixty percent of the more than 1,400 acres has been dedicated to it. There will only be 733 homes built so that residents won’t lose
out on their ability to explore 200 acres of beach and wildlife sanctuary along with the miles of existing nature trails. The James and Chickahominy rivers give residents more than four miles of shoreline that they can walk along and admire the beauty. If they want more physical activity than a stroll, Governor’s Land also offers a lot of amenities for them to enjoy.
Golf – Tom Fazio, voted Golf Architect of the Year three times, designed the Governor’s Land course, which has twice received the ‘Top 10 
course in Virginia’ ranking from Golf Digest. The Two Rivers Country Club golf course takes players through tidal marshlands and hardwood forests, along 1,000 yards of river frontage, and past crystalline lakes. There are clinics, tournaments, and programs of instructions year round. All abilities and ages are welcome, and Two Rivers is the only private community golf club that Williamsburg, Virginia has to offer.
The Clubhouse and Marina – As a social center, the clubhouse can’t be beat. Activities, gatherings, energy, and laughter are all in store for you there, and There are a lot of scheduled opportunities – as well as more informal ones – to enjoy. Some of these include Poker, Mah Jongg, Bridge, Pasta Night, Sundae Sunsets, speaker forums, and 
great dinners with seasonal fare in the River Room. If you have a boat up to 50 feet in length the marina in a protected private harbor is a safe place for it, and there is a well-maintained boat ramp for smaller, trailered boats.
Beach– For those who just want a day to relax, have a party, or enjoy a cookout or picnic, the beauty of Governor’s Land’s crescent-shaped sand beach can be a perfect place. Located along the James River shoreline, there is privacy, picnic tables, a grill, an outdoor shower, and an electric power outlet. In addition, the 
area is easily accessible from the parking area via gentle paths. It’s also a great place for annual events like the Two Rivers Country Club’s Yacht Club Christmas Party, a boat parade, caroling, and a marshmallow roast. Santa on an offshore barge is always a hit.
When it comes to safety and security, the staff at Governor’s Land is dedicated. The area is not gated but security is around the clock through surveillance cameras at the property entrance, regular patrols of both common areas and residential neighborhoods, and house checks by request if owners are going to 
be away from home.
Only minutes from the downtown area of Williamsburg, Governor’s Land is close to restaurants, shops, medical facilities, and cultural activities. It is also served by three international airports within one-half to one hour – Norfolk, Richmond, and Williamsburg/Newport News.
Select home sites are still available in Governor’s Land, and the Governor’s Land at Two Rivers
Homeowner’s Association fee is $635 every three months. There are different membership options available for those who live in Governor’s Land and for residents of Williamsburg. eMail John@MrWilliamsburg.com for details on membership info .
List prices for homes in Governor’s Land today range from $529,000 and $8,900,000. The price range for homes sold in the last 12 months was $625,000 to $1,125,000.
Within the past year, the average time on the market was 117 days, and the average price per square foot was $157.00. There are currently 14 homes for sale, and 15 have sold within the last 12 months. James City County Public Schools for Governors Land include Matoaka Elementary, James Blair Middle School, and Jamestown High School.
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Nearby private schools include Walsingham Academy, Williamsburg Christian Academy, Providence Classical, Williamsburg Montessori ,and Hampton Roads Academy
I would be happy to arrange tours and interviews with the administration of any of the schools referenced above. Send me an email to arrange.
Get in touch today for more information about the beauty, serenity, and quality of Governor’s Land. Email or call John@MrWilliamsburg.com for a personal tour of this community.
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A Master Planned Golf Community Greensprings West offers a wide range of custom builders, new and resale homes Located in James City County/Williamsburg, 
Virginia on the grounds of the historic Green Spring Plantation it is built around the award winning Williamsburg National Golf Course. New homes currently start in the $400,000’s to $600,000’s, with resale home prices starting in the $300,000’s. Greensprings West offers golf course, waterfront, and wooded lots starting in the mid-$100,000’s.
Greensprings West offers it’s residents golf, lakes, swimming pool, tennis
courts, playground and a beautiful clubhouse. An active homeowner association has many social events throughout the year.
Detached homes offered in Greensprings West James City County offers a wide array of architectural styles 
and home choices. From 3 bedrooms to 5 bedroom models. Square footage ranges from 2000+ to over 5000 square feet.
Offering a clubhouse, pool, playground and tennis , homes in Greensprings West are perfect for second home buyers and families alike.
Located on approximately 400 acres, Greensprings West still has around 100+ lots available for sale to owners wanting to custom build their “ Dream Home”.
Around 250 homes have been completed so far.
Most homes were built starting around the year 2000. The monthly home owner fee in Greensprings West is $67 . It covers all common Area Maintenance ( entrances, playgrounds, park areas ), Use of the Pool, Clubhouse , Playground, Tennis and maintenance of those facilities.
From the chart below you will see that sale prices in 2008 ranged from$355,000 to $663,802. List prices as of today range from $389,000 to $675,000. The average days on market for homes in Greensprings West in the last 12 months was 117 days . The average price per square foot on homes sold in Greensprings West in the last 12 months was $157.00 . 19 homes sold in Greensprings West in the last 12 months. 14 are currently for sale. Current Sales activity in Greensprings West (Statistics from Williamsburg Area Association of Realtors (WAAR) WMLS)
Current Williamsburg/ James City County Schools for The Greensprings West Community are Matoaka Elementary, James Blair Middle and Jamestown High School
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A Master Planned Community, Berkeley’s Green showcases a wide range of custom built resale homes and is located in James City County/Williamsburg, 
Virginia near the grounds of the historic Greensprings Plantation . Berkeley’s Green is named for Greensprings Plantation owner and former Governor of Virginia Sir William Berkeley (pronounced “bark-lee”) who was governor from 1641-1652 and 1660-1677.
Resale home prices in Berkeley’s Green start in the $300,000’s.
Berkeley’s Green neighborhood amenities include a clubhouse, pool, playground, tennis courts, gazebo, picnic area, pond, walking/biking trails.
An active homeowner association has many social events throughout the year.
Detached homes offered in Berkeley’s Green in Williamsburg / James City County offer an array of architectural styles and home choices. There are models from 3 bedrooms to 5 bedrooms. Square footages range from 1700 to over 2500 square feet.
Located on approximately 142 acres, Berkeley’s Green has approximately 280 homes.
The community was started in 1989 and home construction continued in stages 
through the year 2000. The monthly home owner fee in Berkeley’s Green is $33 . This fee covers all common area and facility maintenance ( entrances, playgrounds, park areas ), use of the pool, clubhouse , playground and tennis courts.
Lots sizes in Berkeley’s Green average about a quarter acre. Trees abound amid the 
established streets and cul de sacs throughout the community.
A popular activity for residents is walking, jogging or cycling on the Virginia Capital Trail. A portion of which is only a few steps from the Berkley’s Green neighborhood. This trail when complete will connect Virginia’s past and present capitals of Jamestown, Williamsburg and Richmond along the Scenic Route 5 corridor. The Capital Trail will traverses 50+ miles, five jurisdictions and 400 years rich in history along one of the first inland routes in North America.
Home Sale prices in the last 12 months in Berkeley’s Green ranged from $287,000 to $367,400. List prices, as of today, range from $310,000 to $364,000. The average days on market for homes in the Berkley’s Green neighborhood in the last 12 months was 83 days . The average price per square foot on homes sold in the last 12 months was $156.78 . Eight homes sold in Berkeley’s Green in the last 12 months and five are currently for sale as of March 2009.
View a sold home report for Berkeley’s Green here.
(Sales Data from the WAAR/ Williamsburg Area Association of Realtors/ WMLS)
Current Williamsburg/ James City County Schools for The Berkeley’s Green Community are Matoaka Elementary, James Blair Middle and Jamestown High School
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The New Town community in James City County/ Williamsburg, VA offers a unique combination of shops, entertainment, a vibrant office environment and a plethora of housing options to appeal to all segments of the population
New Town in Williamsburg, VA has raised the bar on complete living, meeting all of the needs of the community, businesses and residents alike.
Forget what you know about shopping in suburbia. You won’t find the endless 
sea of strip malls and parking lots in New Town, Williamsburg, VA. What you will find is a return of what has long been missing from our daily lives…what you want, where you want it.
At New Town you can drop off the kids to their dance class or day care, walk to the corner for coffee, go to the bakery, grab some flowers from the florist, go to the dentist, the bank, the doctor, work out at the gym, go to your attorney’s office, see a movie, browse Barnes and Noble, shop for groceries, get some other errands done, without ever getting in the car.
What’s even better is that you can do it all in walking distance from your home.
The retail is aimed at the needs of those that live here, and is located with a keen eye on convenience. Whether it’s a salon, the groceries, or the gym, all are available in a way that makes life easier for you.
What could be a better commute than no commute at all?
In New Town, Williamsburg, VA, the distance barriers are being broken down down for all types of business environments, and the office is no exception. Who said offices should be separate from the places that we live and
play. Big and smaller companies alike have space walk able to dozens of restaurants, shops and services. No more rushing the lunch hour.
The only drawback to living and working ion New Town ? No more calling in late because of a back up on I-64!
Design details like narrow streets and wide sidewalks ensure that the streets of New Town, Williamsburg, VA are inviting to the pedestrian, making a sensible choice of what was once not an option in the suburbs.
New Town Neighborhood Parks
In New Town, Williamsburg, VA everyone has the chance to experience wonderful outdoor settings within easy walking distance from their homes. No matter where you are in New Town, Williamsburg, VA there are plazas, greens and courtyards. You will surely find your personal favorite among the dozens of neighborhood parks.
In New Town the streets are interconnected with each other and provides over four miles of continuous trails through over three hundred acres of park system.
Roads/ Transportation
Roads. There have always been too few to handle the traffic of the suburbs. The 
fact is, there will never be enough roads if cars are the only way to get around.
Bicycles have easy routes to all corners of the community, allowing for more than recreational rides. Expect to see more people shopping and going to work by bike as they recognize the ease of getting out of the fast lane in New Town, Williamsburg, VA
Community buses provide chances for residents to conveniently travel to Colonial Williamsburg and other parts of James City County without having to drive and park.
There is an Amtrak Station within a few miles in Williamsburg which provides a link to Downtown Richmond, Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York City and beyond.
Most importantly, New Town is proving that businesses and homes can exist in close proximity enabling people to live in a truly walk able distance from nearly all of their daily needs. At New Town, Williamsburg, VA the choice of how you travel is back in your hands.
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New Town, Williamsburg, VA is a place for all people. It is that simple. Gone is the notion that you have to have kids, or have to be an “active adult” or other category of lifestyle. A wide variety of styles of housing, providing equal opportunities for living by those of vastly different means.
Housing choices are plentiful in New Town. Mid Rise Condos are available in both Bennington on the Park and Foundation Square, Town homes are available in Abbey Commons, Savannah Square and Chelsea Green, prices range from the low $200’s for condos to around $500k for the largest town homes .Floor plans range in size from 1200 to over 3000 square feet. Detached homes will be available in the near future. Prices and plans have yet to be announced. There are also town home style apartments for rent available at Oxford of New Town.
Sold Prices for homes in New Town ranged from$245,000 to $494,000 in the last 12 months according to data from the WAAR/ WMLS. 35 homes sold in the same period. There are currently 35 homes listed for sale in New Town and 13 of those are under contract.
See a current list of homes for sale in New Town
Dining
As of today I counted 22 different places to eat in New Town. There should be a place for everyone’s taste. It includes : artcafe26- A Touch of Europe in Williamsburg, Barnes and Noble Booksellers, Bonefish Grill, Buon Amici- Italian Restaurant & Gourmet Pizzeria, California Tortilla- Specialty Burritos 
Are Our Specialty, Center Street Grill- Where traditional tastes are fused with new world flavors., Cheeburger Cheeburger- Big is Better, CoCo Chocolatier & Creperie- Williamsburg’s Premier Chocolate, Fondue and Crepe destination, Great Harvest Bread Co.- Williamsburg’s Whole Grain Headquarters, Green Leafe New Town- Good Beer. Good Food. Good People., HARBOUR COFFEE- YOUR community coffeehouse and specialty roaster, Ichiban- AUTHENTIC CHINESE CUISINE AND 
OUTSTANDING SUSHI, Maggie Moo’s Ice Cream, New Town Avenue Coffee & Tea- New Town Ave. Coffee and Tea, Opus 9 Steakhouse- Casual Elegance, Personalize Service, Relaxed Sophistication, Panera Bread- Bakery-Cafe: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Parletts- Parletts – Cards Stationery Gifts, Quiznos Sub-, Thaipot- Thai Cuisine, The Corner Pocket- Food, Billiards, Entertainment, The Short Stop Market- ‘Your Neighborhood Market and Deli, Z Pizza- Now Open!
As a local REALTOR working in New Town I would be happy to assist you in finding a home here.
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TODAYs Meredith Vieira talks to real estate expert Barbara Corcoran about investing in a home in this troubled economy.
Thought I would pass this on for anyone considering buying a foreclosure/ Bank Owned Home in the Hampton Roads , Virginia area.
Most of the biggest real estate fortunes were not made in good times, but in bad times like this” Barbara Corcoran reminds us in this talk with NBC.
It’s important perspective for Americans wondering how to invest in foreclosed properties without losing their cash or their credit rating.
In the 4-minute interview, Corcoran quips on the basics and the essentials of foreclosure investing,
- “Everyone who loses their shirt loses it somewhere else.”
- “Every big shark started small.”
- “The house on the corner sets the tone for the block.”
She also lends some personal perspective to rent rolls, the cost of losing a tenant, and finding a good business partner.
Banks are anxious to sell their foreclosed homes and that makes this an ideal time for shrewd real estate investors. If you’re new to the game, watch the video and take good notes.
For detailed up to date list of Bank Owned Foreclosed homes in the Hampton Roads Va area send me an email with Area & Price range John@MrWilliamsburg.com
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