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Stunning Great Falls Home For Sale

Stunning Great Falls Home with 4 bedrooms and a Pool For Sale

This beautiful Great Falls home is located at 938 Holly Creek Drive in a quiet cul-de-sac on a private pipe stem with a spectacular pool. Its one of a kind lot overlooks mature trees & backs to an easement. Boasting 3 full baths, 1 half bath, 2 car side load garage & two wood burning fireplaces. 4,312 square feet of elegant living space with an abundance of natural light.

Main Level
Grand two story & gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main level. Formal living room & dining room with crown molding, bay window & two-sided brick fireplace with slate hearth. Perfect for formal entertaining! Bright sunroom that shares the two-sided fireplace. Private office/library with bright French door. Upgraded plantation shutters throughout.

Gourmet custom kitchen featuring 42” distressed cabinets, dark hardwood floors, double oven wall, granite, upgraded iron cabinet pulls, knobs, & matching light fixtures, under cabinet & recessed lighting. Breakfast nook with table space & bright bay window.

Sunken two story family room with soaring 16’ cathedral ceiling, skylights, built-in shelves/cabinets & new carpet. Stunning two story brick wood burning fireplace with raised hearth & wood box.

Upper Level
Magnificent master bedroom boasts a sitting room with built-in shelves & two large walk-in closets.

Luxurious master bath en suite features cathedral ceiling, skylights, modern light fixtures, separate vanities, Jacuzzi tub & large glass shower.

The upper level has three additional bright bedrooms boasting new carpet, plantation shutters, new neutral paint, ceiling fans & large double door closets.

Lower Level
Finished walk out lower level with ample natural light. The large recreation room has recessed lighting, a wet bar with cabinets, beverage refrigerator, ceramic tile floors & new carpet. The lower level also includes a full bathroom, two additional finished rooms with closets, recessed lighting & new carpet. Perfect for guests & entertaining!

The backyard features a breathtaking pool & picturesque landscape. The home backs to mature trees & private easement. The pool includes a hot tub & mosaic tile surround. Two large wood decks, flagstone patio, stone retaining walls, sprinkler system, fully fenced yard, landscaping & two storage sheds complete the ideal backyard oasis!

Check out our video of this stunning home in Great Falls, VA.
If you’re ready for a private tour of this spectacular home, give us a call at 703-475-1003!

Step Sisters 2016 Ribbon Run

The Step Sisters – Not Your Average Breast Cancer Organization

Ribbon Run photographs are courtesy of Jessica Monte Photography.

There’s no limit to the number of organizations out there right now who are trying to raise money to find a cure for Breast Cancer. And rightly so. According to the CDC Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in women, no matter your race or ethnicity. About 220,000 women (and about 2,000 men) are diagnosed annually. But with much of the focus on finding a cure, who is there for the patient going through it? That’s where the Step Sisters come in.

They are a team of breast cancer survivors, mothers, sisters, daughters, brothers, sons and fathers who have all been touched in some way by breast cancer and want to “pay it forward” for those in need.

The Step Sisters Mission: Improving the quality of life for those impacted by breast cancer by funding needed support services in Loudoun County and the surrounding community.

The Step Sisters have expanded their reach and currently serve breast cancer patients in Loudoun and Fairfax counties. Services include: transportation, home cleaning, meals/fresh food delivery, childcare, dog walking and lawn care/snow removal. And their patients are extremely grateful for their help:

This past spring, the JS Realty Team was a sponsor for the Step Sisters’ 5K Ribbon Run in Brambleton, VA. We were also active participants!

When choosing a charity to support, we want to be sure we are making an impact locally – and not just financially. We want to be active in assisting an organization that uplifts and supports the community. Since we live, work, and play in Brambleton, the Step Sisters was an easy decision. And the Ribbon Run is always a fun event!

Almost our entire team (and a few family members!) showed up to the Ribbon Run event. Wearing matching gray capes with a fun logo on it, we walked, ran, photographed, and took video of the 5K and Kids Fun Run course that was set up around the Brambleton Town Center & trails.

The first one from our team to cross the finish line was Beth! Way to go!!

Beth was quickly followed by Scott, Jackie, Sarah, and the rest of the team.

The Step Sisters are always looking for new ways to meet the needs of breast cancer patients and continue to add new services. You can learn more about how to volunteer or join one of their fun events at StepSisters.org.

Piedmont Home For Sale

4 Bedroom home in Piedmont Gated Golf Community just listed For Sale

This immaculate 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home in the Piedmont Gated Golf Community in Haymarket is located at 5928 Amber Ridge Drive. This home is convenient to shopping, restaurants, and multiple commuter options including I-66 and Rt. 15. Community amenities include a year-round indoor swimming pool and two Olympic-size outdoor pools with bathhouses. There are also tennis courts, a full-service fitness center, a large Community Center with meeting rooms and business center, and the beautiful Piedmont Golf Club.

Hardwood floors can be found throughout the main level and a 2-story foyer features a designer chandelier imported from Venice, Italy! The gorgeous kitchen features granite counters, 42″ cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a center island with a breakfast bar. The living, dining, and family rooms all feature 7-piece crown molding. Large windows fill the house with tons of natural light. A separate laundry room with front-loading, top of the line washer and dryer, cabinets, shelving and utility sink can be found on the main level as well.

Upstairs, the large Master bedroom features a sitting room with imported chandelier, crown molding, extra large walk-in closet, and plush carpeting. The Master bath includes an over sized vanity with dual sinks, recessed lighting, water closet, and a separate shower and tub. 2 additional bedrooms with large closets and remote-controlled ceiling fans share a Jack-and-Jill style bathroom. The 4th bedroom also includes a remote-controlled ceiling fan and it’s own private bathroom.

The fully finished walk-out basement includes a spacious rec room with full windows and recessed lighting. A designer bar with a sink and ceramic tile is perfect for entertaining! An amazing theater room is wired for sound and a projector and features recessed lighting and plush carpeting. An additional game room is also wired for sound and a 4th full bathroom features a pedestal sink and combination shower/Jacuzzi tub.

The expansive backyard is beautifully landscaped and has a large stone patio, stone retaining walls and in-ground sprinkler system.

This home in Piedmont is situated on a peaceful and tranquil lot that backs to trees. Download our Amber Ridge Drive – Piedmont Listing Brochure for additional details. And to schedule a showing of this beautiful home, contact Scott Koval at 703-625-3446.

Centreville Home For Sale

Stunning Single Family Home in Centreville listed For Sale

With easy access to I-66 and Routes 28 & 29, this single family home in the Newgate community in Centreville has everything you are looking for!

Located at 5733 Newgate Tavern Court, amenities include events & activities hosted at the community swimming pool and pool house, basketball and tennis courts, and tot lots.

Pride of ownership really shows in this immaculate 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home. New Hardwood flooring has been installed throughout the main level. The bright kitchen has recessed lighting and a breakfast area with a bay window. The family room off the kitchen boasts a wood burning fireplace. The separate formal dining room features crown molding and is perfect for entertaining. A powder room is also located on the main level.

Upstairs, the large Master bedroom features a walk-in closet and the attached master bathroom includes dual vanities. Three additional spacious bedrooms and a full bath can also be found on this level.

A large, fully fenced backyard off the family room features a patio, landscaping, a playground set, and storage shed.

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Now is a great time to buy! And 1st time home buyers may qualify for the new VHDA NO Money Down grant! For additional information or to schedule a private tour of this beautiful home in Centreville, contact Scott Koval at 703-625-3446.

St. Patrick’s Day in Loudoun County

Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Loudoun County

It began as a religious feast day for the patron saint of Ireland, but it has become a worldwide celebration of Irish culture with parades, dancing, special foods and lots and lots of green! If you’re Irish – or Irish-at-heart, here’s where you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day right here in Loudoun, on Thursday, March 17th.

Quattro Goombas Brewery
Breakfast & Brews – starting at 10AM
22860 James Monroe Hwy
Aldie, VA
Visit their Faceboook page for more info!

Bar Louie (One Loudoun)
Shamrock ‘n Roll – March 17th & 18th
Enjoy live music (Friday) & drink specials until 9PM both days!
20586 Easthampton Plaza
Ashburn,VA

The Ashburn Pub
Doors open at 8AM – full menu, two DJ’s, green beer, Jameson specials, giveaways and more!
44110 Ashburn Village Blvd.
Ashburn, VA

Finnegan’s Irish Pub
The party starts at 9AM with a special Irish Breakfast and runs non-stop until 2AM!
44050 Ashburn Village Blvd., #199
Ashburn, VA

Spanky’s Shenanigans Pub
Live music all day, starting at 11AM – $10 cover charge
538 E. Market St.
Leesburg, VA

O’Faolain’s Irish Pub
Kegs & Eggs Breakfast from 8-10AM, Taste of Ireland Lunch from 11AM-2PM, Irish Dinner Buffet from 3-11PM. Live music all day!
20921 Davenport Drive
Sterling, VA

And for the wee ones…

Monkey Joe’s Dulles
Come Hang out with “Lucky” Joe – Find the lucky coin and win a FREE party!
$5 admission all day.
23521 Overland Dr #120
Sterling, VA

Wherever you go and whatever you do, may the luck of the Irish be there with you. Sláinte!

Celebrate with Your Valentine

8 ways to celebrate with your Valentine in (or near) Brambleton

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner on Sunday, February 14th. If you’re looking to take your sweetheart out, there’s no need to travel far. There is plenty to do here in our own Brambleton community, or just a few minutes away!

The Tried & True Dinner and a Movie
Start your night at the Blue Ridge Grill and dine on some fresh made crab cakes or a delicious steak. Then, take your Valentine next door to Brambleton’s Regal Fox Stadium to see the latest movie of your choice – fantastic stadium seating and movies in IMAX!

The New Dinner and a Movie – at the same time!
Regal Fox Stadium now offers a full menu with burgers and fries, spicy chicken sandwiches, and more!

Play a Round of Golf
Stay warm and out of the snow while you enjoy some golfing at Top Golf! Order a delicious dish from their extensive food and drink menu while playing one of the fun and addictive golf games. The best part is – no golf experience is required, and it’s fun for any age!

Brambleton’s Wine 101
Learn about (and sample!) 6 different types of wine with our resident Sommelier, Sonya Farrell. Class will take place Saturday, February 13th from 7-9PM at the Brambleton Community Center and costs $15 per person. Additional details can be found here.

Feeling Exotic?
Try a refreshingly unique cocktail at My Thai Place and a delicious dinner, sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Sweets for your Sweet
Head over to the Town Center and grab a sweet treat from Sweet Frog or Cold Stone Creamery.

Check out the Local Brews
Lost Rhino Retreat is the perfect place to grab a seat, sample locally brewed beer and enjoy a menu of vibrant, exciting food. And on Friday, February 12th from 7-9PM, you and your Valentine can enjoy some live music by “Crazy After Midnight”.

Walk in the Park
Spend a little time together, strolling along the paths of Brambleton’s many relaxing park areas. The snow covered fields provide a great backdrop for a #Selfie!

Speaking of which… Brambleton is running a photo contest! Think you’ve got what it takes to be Brambleton’s cutest couple? Snap a selfie of you & your sweetie(s), then upload it to social media using the hashtag #BRAMBLETINE. Post your pics between February 1st and 14th. The winner will be announced via Brambleton’s Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter on Feb 15th! First place prize is an AppleTV 4, and runners-up will receive a box of chocolate dipped fruit from Edible Arrangements.

Brambleton offers so many unique and entertaining options for the perfect Valentine’s date – and it’s all right here in your backyard!

Not So Secret Agents

We Are the Expert Agents You Are Looking For!

The JS Realty Team is committed to being leaders in our industry to ensure all of our real estate clients have a positive experience. We are dedicated to building lifelong relationships, and to helping clients fulfill their dreams through ethical, honest and fair real estate solutions. If you want experience and integrity in your real estate partner, we are the experts you’re looking for.

Using all the resources at their disposal, we set out to accomplish our most recent mission of finding a family a new home in Brambleton. Here’s how the mission went:

Download a FREE Ultimate Guide to: Living in Brambleton by using the code Secret Agent.

If you have a home buying or selling mission for our Team, call the Secret Agent Hotlines!
Agent Sarah Taylor: 703-475-1003
Agent Scott Koval: 703-625-6654

2015 Year in Review: Brambleton Community

A reflection of the Brambleton Community over the past year and a look at what the future holds

As 2015 came to a close, we started looking ahead at what the new year of 2016 would bring. In doing so, we reflected on the Brambleton neighborhood and all of its accomplishments during the past 12 months. We were fortunate to speak with Stephanie Lee from the Brambleton Community to get her thoughts on how the year went.

Lee’s top 3 highlights were:

-Launching the new Brambleton TV Merchant Series
-Hosting the Inaugural Brambleton BrewFest
-Launching a new mobile-friendly website

She went on to recognize some other great achievements:

“We were also very proud of those Town Center tenants who won awards, including Natalie Perkins of Bella Ballerina and Dr. Costa of Costa Family Dentistry who were recognized in Leesburg Today’s 40 Under 40. Under the property management of the Rappaport Company, the Brambleton Town Center was honored with the Institute of Real Estate Management’s BEAM Award (Building Excellence and Achievement in Management).”

The Real Estate market in Brambleton stayed very strong this past year! Based on what is listed in the MLS system, there were over 351 homes sold from between January 1 – December 31, 2015. The highest price home sold for $890K, and it was the Van Metre Homes “Portsmouth” model home off Gentle Falls Drives. If you haven’t seen it yet, swing by and take a look. The model is still open, and it it is gorgeous – full of open space, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and so many more amazing features.

DETACHED HOMES
115 Sold
Highest Price: $890,000 – Gentle Falls Drive
Lowest Price: $487,680 – Palladian Blue Terrace
Average Sales Price: $673,611

TOWNHOMES
222 Sold
Highest Price: $644,990 – Epperson Square
Lowest Price: $183,000 (townhouse style condo)
Average Sales Price: $442,589

CONDOMINIUMS
7 Sold
Highest Price: $336,900 – Settlers Trail
Lowest Price: $177,500 – Blue Elder Terrace
Average Sales Price: $270,686

Note: There were 7 other home sales, however they were listed as “other”, “attached row” or “patio home”.

We anticipate 2016 to be just as good of a year – or better! Real Estate is expected to stay strong and we hope to outdo this year’s numbers and continue to see prices slightly rise.

Stephanie Lee was also able to share some new upcoming events, which are sure to support the community and its growth as a whole:

– A new community-wide health initiative, the ArmorUp Campaign
– Grand opening of the new Boomer neighborhood, Birchwood at Brambleton
– Knutson’s new Live Downtown Brambleton – townhomes right in the Town Center!

To view the Brambleton 2016 Development Update, please check out the information sheet here.

As you can see, this new year holds lots of new growth for the neighborhood! Please contact us if you’d like more information about buying or selling a home in Brambleton. We’re the Brambleton experts!

Keeping Pets Safe During Winter

Helpful tips on keeping your pets safe this winter.

Winter has finally arrived! As most owners know, this time of year can be a challenge for pets. And while we haven’t seen a snow storm yet, chances are pretty good we will before Spring. We’ve checked in with the ASPCA and the Humane Society to collect some helpful tips for keeping your pets safe and warm during the cold winter months!

sudley in snow jsrealty4u Sarah Taylor — Sudley taking a walk

LEASH YOUR DOG
Aside from the county leash laws, it’s just good common sense to keep your dogs on a leash while walking them. Especially during a snow storm, where they could very easily run away and get lost. And when you head out, make sure your dog is wearing his ID tags in case he manages to get loose.

Penny Katie Hofer jsrealty4u pets — Penny playing in the snow

WIPE ANIMALS DOWN
Snow, ice, salt, and other chemicals can be harmful to your pet if ingested or left on their paw pads. If you’ve been out, wipe your pet down thoroughly when you return. Be sure to check paws, legs, and stomach.

pet Taylor Jsrealty4u — Taylor checking out the snow

KEEP ANIMALS INSIDE
Outside, animals can very easily freeze, get lost or stolen, or worse. It’s best to keep pets indoors as much as possible. Be sure they have a place to sleep that’s off the floor and away from drafts. A pet bed and/or blankets and pillows work well.

Thunder Katie Hofer JSRealty pet — Our fur buddy Thunder

GROOMING
A longer coat will provide more warmth, so hold off on that “shave and a haircut” until the weather warms up. Consider purchasing a sweater for shorter hair breeds. And if you have to bathe your pet, completely dry them before taking them outside. Better yet, use a dry shampoo powder to freshen them up so you can skip the bath altogether.

CREATIVE PLAY & FEEDING
Got an active pet? Laser pointers, interactive toys, and tricks-for-treats are great ways to keep your animal mentally and physically active without spending time outside. And you may want to up their food portions a bit too, since regulating body temperature takes more energy!

CHECK UNDER YOUR CAR
If you live in an area where animals roam free, it’s a good idea to give a loud knock on the hood of your car, or even honk your horn once before starting it up. This should help scare off any cats, squirrels, or other little creature that might have sought out warmth under the hood of your car.

jsrealty4u sam pets Beth Wenner — Sam taking a break

NEVER LEAVE ANIMALS IN THE CAR
Your pets should never be left unattended in a car. The car can act like a refrigerator during winter months, holding in the cold and could cause your pet to freeze to death.

CLEAN UP ANTIFREEZE SPILLS
Antifreeze – like coolant – is a lethal poison for dogs and cats. Unfortunately pets are attracted to the smell and taste of it. Immediately clean up any spills from your vehicle to prevent accidental ingestion. And consider using products that contain propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. However, neither is safe for cats.

If you’re interested in adding a dog or cat to your family this year, check out our furry buddies at Friends of Homeless Animals.

Condo For Sale in Alexandria, VA

This charming condo in the Exchange at Van Dorn Community was recently listed For Sale! Located just 7 miles from the National Harbor, this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is filled with natural light.
Click here for the full listing.

A large family room showcases built in shelving with plenty of storage space and crown molding.

The dining room is spacious and has crown molding and a chandelier. The kitchen features a breakfast bar, a pantry, tons of cabinet space and a gorgeous granite counter top.

The large Master bedroom boasts a walk-in closet and an addition large closet. The master bathroom features a linen closet, a beautiful granite sink and vanity, and has a shower/tub combo. The 2nd bedroom has a walk-in closet, recessed lighting, and a large window.

The large, private balcony off the family room overlooks the professionally landscaped common area. Community amenities include a dog park, walking trail, tot lot, swimming pool, business center, billiards room, sports court, and fitness center with locker rooms. For the safety and security of the condo residents, the Exchange at Van Dorn is a controlled-access community with a building engineer and after-hours emergency maintenance service.

Download our Eisenhower Avenue Listing Brochure or call us at 703-475-1003 for a private showing. This could be your new home!

Stunning Great Falls Home with 4 bedrooms and a Pool For Sale

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The Step Sisters – Not Your Average Breast Cancer Organization

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4 Bedroom home in Piedmont Gated Golf Community just listed For Sale

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Stunning Single Family Home in Centreville listed For Sale

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Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Loudoun County

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A reflection of the Brambleton Community over the past year and a look at what the future holds

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Helpful tips on keeping your pets safe this winter.

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