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Luxury and Estate Market Re-cap

Stay tuned for my re-cap of the Luxury and Estate Market for 2014.  Some predictable news and some surprises.  Will be posting soon.

I had a good year in real estate sales, representing buyers and sellers.  Also had one of the largest non-waterfront estate closings in the entire Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula.

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Wishing you the best of days!


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Have you considered the benefits of a Non-Waterfront Estate or Property?

With flood insurance on the rise and insurers in general tip toeing away from insuring estate and waterfront homes located in Tidal Areas, why not consider purchasing a non waterfront property or perhaps water access.  If a waterfront home is a MUST for you, then consider properties with great elevation and a commanding presence – out of the way of rising waters!

The benefits of non-waterfront real estate!

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Own your own Waterfront Compound – Harvest your own Oysters!

Carousel occupies a commanding presence on the deep protected waters of the Piankatank River, just minutes to the open waters of the Chesapeake Bay.  Breathtaking views abound in every direction.   40.63 beautifully maintained and landscaped waterfront acres include a long tree lined drive,  world class tennis courts, 7 acres of invisible fencing for your canine family members, gardens by the legendary Charles Gillette, English Alitex Glass Greenhouse, in-ground salt pool, patios, Covered docks and low maintenance pier – docks outfitted with power, water, yacht and boat lifts as well as 2 jet ski lifts.  The interior features 10,000 square feet with 23 rooms, 2 wine cellars, first floor guest and master suites and every conceivable amenity at your finger tips.

Oyster cages convey.  In close proximity to world famous RRO and their first oyster tasting bar – “Merrior”.  The Tides Inn and Colonial Williamsburg within one half hour.  A property without equal.  Contact me today to arrange your showing of Carousel – Circa 1938 and 2006.

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Just one of many reasons why Virginia is for Lovers.
Just one of many reasons why Virginia is for Lovers.

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Breakfast Porch at Carousel - Dutton Virginia.  On the Deep and Pristine Piankatank - minutes to the Bay.
Breakfast Porch at Carousel – Dutton Virginia. On the Deep and Pristine Piankatank – minutes to the Bay.

Carousel – originally known as Belle Terre – Circa 1938 – A property without Equal in the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia!

Recently, I had a conversation with a well seasoned, well respected  realtor and  estate broker, who had brought client’s to see Carousel.  He had many wonderful comments about the property – the most important of all was that everything that I had said about Carousel was true – “especially that it is absolutely stunning and truly is without equal”.   Come and see Carousel –   or make an offer on this absolutely exquisite family / executive waterfront estate/compound with every amenity – all on 40.63 fabulously landscaped acres.  It is offered as a tremendous value as a home / compound could not be built to these standards today for the asking price. Pool, tennis courts, wine cellars, grand entertaining spaces, water views from every public room and most private rooms.  Glorious mature plantings, four season’s of garden interest, glass greenhouse, indoor/outdoor sound system, special lighting, fabulous trex covered boat dock and pier, 7 acres of invisible fencing, walking – gator trails for your John Deer Gator or Golf Cart, 1 1/2 acre tidal pond in addition to commanding river frontage on Deep Protected Water.  Minutes to Mathews, Gloucester Court House.  Short drive to Williamsburg, Norfolk and Richmond.  Wooded areas as well as wide open spaces!  Offered at $3,995,000.00.wide aerial

English Alitex Greenhouse/Conservatory.  Water, electrical, stereo sound system.
English Alitex Greenhouse/Conservatory. Water, electrical, stereo sound system.

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Commanding Presence on the Piankatank River - High Elevation
Commanding Presence on the Piankatank River – High Elevation
This absolutely stunning property represents a rare buying opportunity in the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia.
This absolutely stunning property represents a rare buying opportunity in the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia.

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Inviting, Captivating, Bliss.
Inviting, Captivating, Bliss.
Resort Atmosphere!
Resort Atmosphere!
Antique Cypress Paneled Library / Family Room.
Antique Cypress Paneled Library / Family Room.
Master Bedroom - first floor 2006 addition..
Master Bedroom – first floor 2006 addition..

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Side Hall Additon w/ stairs and elevator.
Side Hall Additon w/ stairs and elevator.
Master Bath Guest Wing.
Master Bath Guest Wing.
Gorgeous Side Hall.  Exquisite moldings and architectural details.
Gorgeous Side Hall. Exquisite moldings and architectural details.
High Elevation with Commanding Views of the River beyond.
High Elevation with Commanding Views of the River beyond.

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Beautifully Landscaped
Beautifully Landscaped
Low maintenance Pier with covered boat and yacht slips, floating dock and open very large yacht slip.
Low maintenance Pier with covered boat and yacht slips, floating dock and open very large yacht slip.

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Wishing you all a wonderful fourth of July - may we remember genius of our founding father's, how much they risked for the idea of a nation built on freedom.  May we be vigilant to protect it and not take it for granted.
Wishing you all a wonderful fourth of July – may we remember genius of our founding father’s, how much they risked for the idea of a nation built on freedom. May we be vigilant to protect it and not take it for granted.

Governor’s Land – Williamsburg, Virginia

Off of Route 5, lies one of the finest and most well appointed home and resort developments on the entire east coast. You have to see it and experience it to believe it.  This video is posted with the blessing of its owner and with permission!  Contact me today if you are interested in Governor’s Land and all that it has to offer.An overview of Governor’s Land. A photo album to follow soon. [contact-form][contact-field label=’Name’ type=’name’ required=’1’/][contact-field label=’Email’ type=’email’ required=’1’/][contact-field label=’Website’ type=’url’/][contact-field label=’Comment’ type=’textarea’ required=’1’/][/contact-form]

Golf-course Living on the 12th Green. . .Williamsburg, VA

Golf Course Living on the 12th Green

3152 Ridge Drive – Lot 35 in Laurel Ridge – Phase II – Stonehouse

“Stonehouse” is an award winning Master Planned Golf Community with a host of amenities for families, executive couples and retirees alike.   This upscale scenic community is set on 5700 rolling acres, near Williamsburg, Virginia, with more than 2500 acres preserved for hiking, walking and biking trails.  A lake located at Stonehouse provides opportunities for bird-watching, canoeing and fishing. Tennis courts, on site security, a club house, fitness center, sports facilities, swimming pool and much more are well appointed and available for homeowners and their guests to enjoy.  Wildlife is abundant here and provides an outstanding backdrop and quality of life to this lovely community.

Stonehouse is located off of Route 30, convenient to I-64 and 199. Just minutes to world class shopping and resorts, Colonial Williamsburg, William and Mary, Amusement Parks, Spas, Fine Dining and  Community Theatre.  Stonehouse is an upscale community in a scenic rural setting.  The Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries are located in and around James City County.

35 Minutes to Richmond, 15 Minutes to Colonial Williamsburg, 45 Minutes to Norfolk/Newport News.

Contact Karin Andrews, with William E. Wood and Associates,  today at 804-445-5500 for more information on this prime building lot in one of the best golf course communities in Virginia.

.40 acre Lot – Asking Price – $108,000

 

King William County, Virginia 9.69 Acres on Route 30 and Edgar Road – Location! Location! Location!

Horse Farm, Residential, Specialty Farm Potential on Route 30 King William Road! Priced below assessed value. Fabulous for use as an income producing specialty farm ideally located between the busy I-95 to Route 360 Corridor!

430ft. of road frontage on Rt. 30, 1540+ ft. of road frontage on Edgar Rd.
430ft. of road frontage on Rt. 30, 1540+ ft. of road frontage on Edgar Rd.

Deep Protected Water on the Piankatank

Good Day Everyone!  Please contact me for more information on this absolutely magnificent waterfront estate minutes from the open waters of the Chesapeake Bay.  Everything you could ever desire or conceive of in a luxury waterfront estate.  Convenient to world-class resorts, Colonial Williamsburg, Norfolk, Richmond and more.  Carousel Circa 1938 – Gloucester County, Virginia near the Mathews County line.  The ultimate corporate or family compound. pool side by glass sun porch that opens fullyhinkley covered sliptennis courts and gazebotennis gazeboWine Cellar

High Elevation with Commanding Views of the River beyond.
High Elevation with Commanding Views of the River beyond.

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Breakfast Porch at Carousel - Dutton Virginia.  On the Deep and Pristine Piankatank - minutes to the Bay.
Breakfast Porch at Carousel – Dutton Virginia. On the Deep and Pristine Piankatank – minutes to the Bay.

 

Four seasons of Garden Interest
Four seasons of Garden Interest

 

A sanctuary.
A sanctuary.

Offered for Sale at $3,995,000.00 by Karin Andrews – William E. Wood and Associates, Williamsburg, Virginia.  804-445-5500.

Enduring Relationships are Essential in Life and Business

I am very fortunate to have long-term friendships which have endured through meeting the needs of my clients in the distant past and recent past as well. As a previous muralist, whose work is featured in many of the Great Houses in Virginia, trust became a very large part of the enduring friendships and business relationships, as well as referrals, that I have been blessed by. These relationships have carried over into my real estate career, which is one of the great joys of my life. Serving buyers and sellers of estate and country properties, requires going above and beyond at all times and the ability to travel – wherever the listings or my buyers take me. I am an experienced agent with a track record of client satisfaction. I will always be present and accounted for, I will strive to exceed your expectations and I will put every tool at my disposal through William E. Wood and Associates to work for you. Whether buying or selling, contact me today at karinandrews@williamewood.com.