Category Archives: Articles on the Chesapeake Bay Region of Virginia
Articles on the Towns, Cities or Upcoming Events in the Region.
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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From USA Today – Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay Oyster Trail
Oysters – The Chesapeake Bay’s Natural Filtering System
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.
Wine Cellar features state of the art wine storage Wide Aerial – note Tennis Courts, Main House, Out-buildings.
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
