Monday, May 13, 2013
Take a look at some of the most luxurious properties for sale in Virginia and DC.
Maybe you don't need waterfront views or woodsy acreage. Or a wine grotto, a pool or a home with a historic pedigree. Some people, though, apparently do—and they're willing to spend a lot of money to have those amenities in DC or Northern Virginia. We can all dream, can't we? In addition to dreaming, we can take a look inside some of the most exclusive, amazing homes for sale right now in Virginia and DC. Just click on the links below to see what's for sale in some of our 31 Patches around the region. WOW: Annandale $1 Million Home Features Loft WOW: $3.4 Million Clifton Home Features Wine Cellar WOW: $1-Plus Million on More Than 5 Acres in Lorton WOW: $849,000 Home on the Market in Kingstowne WOW: Chantilly Home Includes 15-Car Garage WOW…
Saturday, May 11, 2013
These homes are for sale in Alexandria and open for viewing this weekend.
Here's a sampling of homes for sale that are hosting open houses this Sunday, May 12, in Del Ray and the surrounding neighborhoods. If you're having an open house this weekend or have just listed a home for sale, and would like to add a photo to the gallery, you can click on the upload button above to do so. You're also welcome to add text information to the comments section below. Clicking on the addresses linked below will bring you to more information about each home. Happy house hunting! 21 E. Del Ray Ave. 2908 Mosby St. 2508 Terrett Ave. 27A E. Howell Ave. 506 E. Windsor Ave. 100 W. Howell Ave. 1219 Russell Road
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Check out some of these recent real estate listings in and around Del Ray.
Here’s a sampling of homes that have just been listed for sale in the past week in Del Ray and the surrounding Alexandria neighborhoods. If you’re having an open house this weekend or have just listed a home for sale, and would like to add a photo to the gallery, you can click on the upload button at right to do so. You’re also welcome to add text information to the comments section below. Happy house hunting! 100 W. Howell Ave. 2508 Terrett Ave. 704 Miller Lane 304 Russell Road 114 E. Randolph Ave. 119 Clifford Ave. 3311 Commonwealth Ave. #B For more real estate news, check out the Del Ray Patch house and home section here.
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce looked at growth rates from 2008 to 2011.
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce has released its "Fabulous 50" ranking of the of the fastest-growing businesses in Virginia. The 2013 list is dominated by service companies—27—followed by 22 technology companies. Northern Virginia is home to 39 companies on the list. The Virginia Chamber honored all 50 companies at a banquet on April 25 at the Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles in the Chantilly area of Fairfax County. The full list of honorees is in the May edition of Virginia Business magazine and is available online. One Alexandria business made the list, based on growth from 2008 to 2011. Culmen International LLC had a growth rate of 505 percent.
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12. Where are you taking your mom?
Taking your mother to brunch is, for many, a Mother’s Day tradition. The big day is coming up on Sunday, May 12, so here’s a list of some brunch options for you in and around Del Ray: • Cheesetique offers brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, featuring some classics from the restaurant as well as some special selections such as oatmeal brulee, ricotta pancakes and a rustic frittata. • Chez Andree, located on E. Glebe Road for nearly 50 years, serves brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. The menu includes several brunch classics like French toast, eggs Benedict and other offerings, including a children’s brunch menu. • Del Ray Cafe, open for Sunday brunch from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., offers organic eggs and omelets and several signature dishes—…
Monday, May 6, 2013
Bank branch officially opened April 8.
The Del Ray Business Association held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new BB&T branch located in the 1900 block of Mount Vernon Avenue during the First Thursday street festival. Located next to Fabulous Frocks of Alexandria, the bank opened its doors on April 8. The bank was a sponsor of Thursday's festival. • See: Del Ray BB&T Branch Opens Monday “As Mount Vernon Avenue continues to grow and expand, it's never a bad thing to see banks continue to be here,” said Alexandria Mayor Bill Euille. “It's a sign of success.” The branch is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The branch is closed on Sunday. It also includes an enclosed ATM on the corner of Mount Vernon and East …
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After opening its new coffee roasting facility in Del Ray in January, Swing's is preparing to open the doors on its new cafe.
Peek inside these amazing homes for sale in Virginia and DC.
Maybe you don't need his-and-her master bathrooms. Or a wine grotto, a pool or acres of land. Some people, though, apparently do—and they're willing to spend a lot of money to have those amenities in DC or Northern Virginia. We can all dream, can't we? In addition to dreaming, we can take a look inside some of the most exclusive, amazing homes for sale in Virginia and DC. Just click on the links below to see what's for sale in some of our 31 Patches around the region. Great Falls Wow House: No More Shared Bathrooms Wow House for Sale in Fredericksburg: Grand City Living on Hanover Street Wow House for Sale in Arlington: Patio, Pond, Porch Wow House for Sale in Manassas: Lots of Office Space Wow House for Sale in Centreville: Lawn, Stream…
Saturday, May 4, 2013
These homes are for sale in Alexandria and hosting open houses this weekend.
Here's a sampling of homes for sale that are hosting open houses this Sunday, May 5, in Del Ray and the surrounding neighborhoods. If you're having an open house this weekend or have just listed a home for sale, and would like to add a photo to the gallery, you can click on the upload button above to do so. You're also welcome to add text information to the comments section below. Happy house hunting! 2908 Mosby St. 317 E. Bellefonte Ave. 607 W. Braddock Rd. 1415 Mount Vernon Ave. 410 E. Nelson Ave. 8A Alexandria Ave. 1219 Russell Rd. 204 Alexandria Ave.
Friday, May 3, 2013
After opening its new coffee roasting facility in Del Ray in January, Swing's is preparing to open the doors on its new cafe.
M.E. Swing’s Coffee Roasters will officially open a cafe at its new facility on E. Monroe Avenue in the next week or so, according to Mark Warmuth, Swing’s president and CEO. The cafe, anchored by a long bar and featuring a variety of repurposed furniture, will offer Swing’s signature blends of coffee, seasonal espresso drinks and a limited menu of non-coffee drinks. The bar includes cold-brewed iced coffee on tap. “We will be featuring pastries and a few savory items, but will not be doing any food prep,” Warmuth said. “Look for items from Alexandria Pastry Shop for starters.” Swing’s opened its new roasting facility at 501 E. Monroe Avenue in January, and the focus is squarely on coffee. • See: M.E. Swing Coffee Roasters Opens New …
amy lu
9:52 am on Friday, May 10, 2013
oldtowner expressed the negative viewpoint (anti-kid). Didn't someone linked that type of viewpoint to CAVE* people? Think positive (pro-adult venue with less emphasis on alcohol consumption than a bar). *citizens against virtually everything more ›