Top 10 Luxury Home Buys in Charlottesville, VA for

August 2009

Here is the Top 10 Luxury Home Buys in Charlottesville and the surounding county of Albemarle for the month of August, 2009

Why are these considered best buys?  Well, to qualify for the list they must:

1.  have been on the market an extended time

2.  had a major price reduction

3.  be spectacular in presentation, style, and natural beauty

So, with these prerequisites in mind, take a look at August's Top 10 Luxury Home Buys in Charlottesville, Virginia:

1. 723 Retreiver Run--$1,050,000

Gorgeous custom home on over 5 acrs in Murray school district! Bonus features incl: 2 mstr suites,geothrml heating/cooling,granite countertops/beautiful tile in bthrms,fin. 3rd floor bonus room w/bth,ktchn w/ granite,wine cooler,& professional-grade appl.,whole house audio, slate prchs/sidewlks,central vac,4 car garage,full walk-out bsment,and beautiful mountain views! This tastefully finished home is unlike any other and the exquisite attn to detail is apparent in every room! Under 15 mins to UVA!

2. 1780 Bentivar--$1,085,000

Over 5.5 acres with mountain views, water frontage on the Rivanna River in the back, Privacy and convenience,  Many upgrades,Farmington brick, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 3 Fireplaces, Anderson windows,  Open floor plan,  Gourmet kitchen,  Center island with seating,  Granite countertops,  Cherry cabinets,  Double ovens,  Radiant cooktop,  Family room,  Gas fireplace,  Wet bar,  Large laundry room, Pantry,  Oak hardwood floors,  Master bedroom with private seating area and fireplace.

3.  2594 Frays Mill Rd--$1,250,000

Incredible mtn. views from this brick home. Built in 1998. Land is mostly open and can be divided into 6 parcels. House has 3300+ finished sq. ft. Large walk-out basement is ideal for more living space.

You'll want an experienced real estate Broker who is well aquainted with the luxury home market.  GoTo: Luxury Charlottesville Homes for recommendations.

4.  775 Lenox Hill Rd--$1,294,000

Feel like you are living in a Mountain Retreat! The stream rushes below, the mountains feel like they are in the backyard and the sun rises over the pond to the east. Enjoy all this with the convenience of a neighborhood with amenities, including a clubhouse, pool, tennis court and exercise room. Beautiful finishes in home; 4 car garage; totally daylight, finished terrace level with a theater room boasting a 110" screen.

5. 1299 Derbyshire Place--$1,399,000

ON GLENMORE'S GOLF COURSE! Quality built by Selinger Homes, magnificent 13th fairway views- mature landscaping, spacious kitchen with granite counters and cherry cabinetry.If you like lots of light this is the home for you! Wonderful breakfast room and fabulous screened porch and deck. Finished terrace level has exercise room, game room, and bar-a great home for entertaining! 3 car garage and garage in terrace level unfinished area.

6.  3615 Blandemar Dr-$1,595,000

Extraordinary brick Georgian on 21 stunningly landscaped acres in the gently rolling fields of Blandemar, truly an architectural gem. The home was custom designed and built to the highest standards using local craftsmen for paneling, cabinetry and exterior wrought iron lanterns. Includes 2 bedroom guest cottage.

7.  5779 Advance Mills--$1,900,000

The Fray Farm offers nearly 100 acres of prime rural acreage with wonderful views and a timeless landmark in its turreted 1900 farmhouse. The porch is fading but the home has strong bones and potential for a magnificent renovation project. Multiple division rights remain but this would be a fine estate property for a new home, utilizing the Fray farmhouse as a guest house. Parcel bisected by Marsh Run & excellent for horses. Only 3.5 miles from Rt. 29, Advance Mills is a superb rural location.

8.  4595 Belle Vista--$3,850,000

Majestic private mountaintop estate of 115 acres with the most spectacular panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views in Albemarle County. Luxurious 7,000 square foot Georgian of finest quality built in 1996 with recent upgrades including in ground pool with cascading waterfall. Handsome estate gates, paved drive, luxurious appointments.

9.  464 Clarke Tract Rd--$7,475,000

The centerpiece of this lovely, protected 216 acre Keswick Estate is a spacious, completely renovated 5 bedroom traditional manor home. The land is mostly in lush pasture, with 2 large lakes, land improved with a 23 stall stable, including 2 apartments with 5 bedrooms. Additional improvements include a large equipment barn/shop with a 3 bedroom guest suite.

10. 7369 Dyers Mill--$7,950,000

This classic Albemarle estate of nearly 600 acres features a rich history with a charming brick guest cottage dating to 1776. The handsome brick and slate main residence of over 8,500 square feet was expanded in the 20th century with the help of noted architect, Floyd Johnson. With 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths, the formal and informal areas combine for gracious country living. Additional dependencies enhance the extraordinary landscaping. A very rare offering.

GoTo: Charlottesville Luxury Homes for complete access to all estate homes in Abemarle County.  This site also provides consumer information regarding the professional representation offered by Fulton Gaylord--Associate Broker with Keller Williams Realty.