Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History

My goodness!  Who would have ever thought such a fuss would have been made over me!

I’ve never seen anything like it in my 125 years.  I guess that old saying IS true:

Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History!

In case you missed the article in the Virginian-Pilot, “Look Who’s Talking” was the title in the paper.  An abbreviated version is available on-line.  Here is the article on the Hampton  Roads website!

What are you waiting for?  This is a special opportunity to own a home that is truly a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ property!  Call and make an appointment today: (757) 678-7200

 

 

and you can add me to that list too!

 

(Blushing) I’ve made the cover of Gracious Living!

I am very flattered to have such a wonderful write-up in the Virginian-Pilot Gracious Living section!  The entire cover page, no less!!

Did you miss it?  Here is the link in case you missed it, “Look Who’s Talking”

Eastern Shore Victorian home blogs for itself

Looking forward to the Sunday ‘Gracious Living’ publication in the Virginian Pilot!

In case you missed the article in the Virginian-Pilot, “Look Who’s Talking” was the title in the paper.  An abbreviated version is available on-line.  Here is the article on the Hampton  Roads website!  The photographer was here this week and the editor was quick to follow-up with an in-depth interview.   I may be 125 years-young, but I’ve had no problem staying current with 21st-century technology!

I blog, have a Facebook page and Twitter too!

If you are shopping for a home, you are probably shopping for a mortgage too.  Allow me to recommend a local Hampton Roads company: New American Mortgage.

This company has been bucking all the odds in the face of the current economy.  They break their company record for the previous month just about every month for three years now!  Plus they have been voted ‘Best of’ in a number of different categories for a number of years in Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads!

The hard-working processors and underwriters at New American Mortgage will do more in the FIRST TWENTY-FOUR HOURS to get your loan approved than most other mortgage companies will do in three weeks!

Now that you know where to get your mortgage, what are you waiting for?  If you haven’t made an appointment to see me yet, you are missing the home of your dreams!  You know you are tired of touring homes that just don’t have what you’re looking for, they all leave you wishing they had the ‘it’ factor.  Make an appointment today to come for a visit: (757) 678-7200.  You could be enjoying your Saturday morning coffee on the back porch admiring the camellia’s in just a few weeks!

Beauty In a Winter Sky

The winter sky is beautiful.  No matter the season, I never tire of greeting the morning here in Eastville.

If these walls could talk . . .

If these walls could talk . . .

You often hear folks say, “If these walls could talk . . .”  My walls would tell you a story that would span over a century.  They would speak of hard times and joyous ones.   They would tell you about the numerous parties hosted here by my three owners over the last 125 years.  They would speak of the abundant harvest of shellfish and agriculture from the Eastern Shore.

 

Agriculture is and has always been the foundation for the economy of Virginia’s Eastern Shore.   The last decade has seen the area become better known for tourists with the Harvest Festival and Birding Festivals and many smaller Harbor Parties given by the local towns.

 

Two years before I was built the railroad was extended from Maryland down to Cape Charles.  This was a great boon to the local economy.   It resulted in area watermen and farmers being able to get their harvest not only to northern markets but also to southern markets on the railcars floated across the Chesapeake Bay by barge to the Hampton Roads.  The addition of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel in the 1960’s made the Eastern Shore much more accessible and resulted in more folks purchasing a second home to vacation and enjoy the beautiful setting and mild climate.

Folks refer to me as a ‘grand old home’.  It’s been my pleasure to welcome weary travelers for a visit or host and afternoon soiree or the party for the prom. This 1886 Victorian at Eastville Station is looking

forward to welcoming new visitors, just as it has for almost 125 years now!   The ‘back forty’ is still owned by the same family that built me originally. Come see us!

Bloom where God Plants You!

While some folks are already struggling with winter weather, we have been blessed with beautiful mild weather here on the lovely Eastern Shore of Virginia.

I’ve been right here for almost 125 years now and while Eastville has seen some harsh winters, it is usually mild here compared to other areas.  Most years we have at least one day in January that hits 70 degrees.  We’ve had some warm days this month and some seasonable cold days too.

Well, this past weekend was just lovely.  My owner was enjoying her morning coffee on my sunny southeastern porch while she admired the beauty of the winter-blooming Camellias.  She wished more folks would have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful blooms could.  So she scrambled up a ladder to gather the pretty pink blooms from one Camellia bush and then the lovely white blooms from another.  She gathered branches of English Boxwood and clippings from the Acuba and then she called the nursing home in Nassawadox.  She asked the nurse to gather as many vases as she could find.  “I know we have three or four.  I’ll look for more,” said the nurse.

My owner arrived to find the counter covered with at least 20 vases.  Luckily she had plenty of lovely blooms to fill them all.  The residents that received them smiled with delight at the unexpected and beautiful winter blooms!

What are you waiting for?  It’s time you enjoy the unexpected delights of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, we’ll leave the light on for you!

News Flash! Price reduction!!

There have been a good number of showings the past few weeks and great positive feed back.  Well, talk is cheap!  Those of you subscribing to the feed will be the first to find out the price is being reduced to $325,000.00.

Yes, this once-in-a-lifetime property could be yours for the price of a condo in the city.  I will miss it, no doubt.  But I have an opportunity and my opportunity will also be an opportunity for you! I trust you will take great care of this fine grand-dame and make many wonderful memories here with your family and friends!

Make an appointment to see it today!

(757) 678-7200

All is well following Hurricane Irene

In my lifetime I’ve seen many Hurricanes and a number of nor’easters that were worse than some of the ‘Hurricanes’.  Most ‘old timers’ on the shore say the Hurricane of 1933 was the worst they remember.  I’ve been right here since 1885 and weathered all the storms in the last 125 years unscathed.  Most were concerned Irene would be a record breaker.  She certainly was large enough, over 500 miles wide!

Folks were very worried about Hurricane Irene but once again the unique location of the Eastern Shore of Virginia allowed us to be spared the force of the Hurricane felt in the Carolinas and even NJ and NY.

Power was only out here for less than two hours yesterday and again this morning but has now been restored.

My owner is celebrating with a Sunday morning omelette made from fresh eggs, garden fresh basil, tomatoes and swiss along with fresh peaches.

They just don’t build homes like me anymore.  I can add ‘earthquake’ to the things I’ve been through without a scratch.  You probably heard there was a 5.8 quake in Virginia this past week.  Never thought I’d see the day.  You folks better start paying attention.  God is trying to tell you something!

Hoping you and yours have fared as well as this lovely Victorian home for sale on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.  What are you waiting for?  This is a once-in-a-lifetime home whose acquisition will ensure years of unforgettable memories for you and your family and friends.

Life, it’s what happens while you are busy making plans.

Home Sales Increase, Prices Increase, Contracts Increase!

Some great news in the housing market!  Scott Rogers has a great article with outstanding visuals as well:

“Finally, some signs of hope for the local housing market!

I just completed my monthly analysis of the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County real estate market, and there are plenty of reasons to be excited.  Download the full market report (PDF, 7MB) or read on for some highlights.”

Read the full story here: Scott Rogers Housing Report!

Additionally, the Daily Press is reporting that July home sales on the Peninsula rose 6%!  Now, if you are looking for a wonderful home at a great value you should schedule an appointment to see this wonderful 1886 Victorian home at 6058 Willow Oak Road, in the lovely village of Eastville, Virginia.  Call today to schedule a showing: 757. 678.7200 – you’ll be glad you did!

Sunday Morning on the Shore

Rambling musings…

Heat Wave Across America

It has been hot this week here on the shore, but not nearly as unbearable as most of the Nation was this week.  While folks in the City had to deal with high temperatures that climbed higher even after sunset; here on the shore relief is quick as the sun goes down.

The beauty of living on the shore means you are only a few minutes from the bay or the sea; leaving you with many options for recreation. The resident hound enjoyed a day at the beach this week chasing sand crabs and keeping cool in the Chesapeake Bay.

Ahhh, Sunday morning; made for relaxing after enjoy an omelette made with fresh country eggs, and garden fresh green peppers, tomatoes and basil with fresh hash browned potatoes.

Life, it’s passing you by while you are busy planning for the future.  Isn’t it time to start LIVING and ENJOYING the simple gifts life has to offer?  This wonderful 1886 Victorian could be yours for less than the price of a condo in the City.

$348,843.  gets you a 5 BR, 3 BA home (plus 2 half baths) with about 3,500 square feet of living space on almost three and a half acres.  The grounds include 100-year-old English Boxwood gardens, massive mature trees, space for your horse or hounds with numerous outbuildings for your home business or hobbies (woodworking, kennel, etc.)  But most of all, it offers the beauty and relief of LIVING on the Eastern Shore of Virginia with its God-given bounty and beauty.

Escape the City! 

What are you waiting for?  Call to make an appointment to see this wonderful property today.  

The owner is a licensed Virginia Broker.  

A 4% commission is offered to the selling Broker. If you are an agent out of the area, the owner is happy to pay a generous referral fee!

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