Ivy, VA

When it comes to decorating outside for Christmas, my wife and I have come to the conclusion that "Simple is Best".

We used to decorate way over the top but now we do simple displays such as the 2 deer on the side of our driveway:

A simple Red Ribbon on each deer and that is all! Of course the one grazing is animated...

We also have a few strategically placed wreaths on the outside of our home with spotlights to accent them at night!

The one pictures here is about 3 feet in diameter.

Oh and for another idea we put a smaller wreath on the mailbox.

Next is the front door. We have 2 topiaries wit lights and of course another wreath on the front door with a red ribbon....

This is very welcoming for visitors!

Here is a shot of the front of our home all lite up for Christmas:

Notice the CHRISTMAS TREE in the Window on the Right.

Not way over the top, we think that "Simple is Best!"

MERRY CHRISTMAS from the McDONALD's!!!

(we would love to see photos of your decorations!)

We have a new listing at 2500 Thrush Road in Ivy Virginia. This is quite a home.

Below is the first photo I took of the front of the home
(on a cloudy day)

This week when the Sun came out I ran over and got
a new front shot of the home (see below)

What do you think?

a little sunshine goes a long way!

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The Hottest Views in Charlottesville!

Western Albemarle County offers some of the most beautiful mountain views in Central Virginia. I would like to share two particularly beautiful views of the countryside that were taken in Ivy as I was touring neighborhoods.

The views in all directions are breathtaking!

Ivy is located in Albemarle County just west of Charlottesville, Virginia. The area has several developments offering beautiful homes in a variety of price ranges, many of which have spectacular mountain views. If you want the beauty of the Virginia countryside yet want to be minutes from I64 and Charlottesville, a home in Ivy may just be the perfect choice!

Contact Pam Dent, e-PRO, SRES, NHD, REALTOR®, Real Estate III, Charlottesville, Virginia at 434 960-0161 , pam@JumpintoGreenerPastures.com, to list your property for sale or to buy a property in the following areas in Central Virginia: Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Keswick, Glenmore, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Free Union, Cismont, Scottsville, Fluvanna County, Troy, Palmyra, Lake Monticello, Louisa County, Louisa, Mineral, Spring Creek, Orange County, Gordonsville, Orange, Barboursville, Greene County, Ruckersville.

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Stunning Ivy home in the Meriwether Lewis School District. This inviting home has 4 bedrooms and a finished media room in the basement. Perfect for a growing family! The private yard has room for kids with trails and a playset. If you are looking for the perfect home in the Ivy area, this is it!

4 bedrooms in Ivy Virginia in the Meriwether School District.

About The Author

Charles McDonald, Associate Broker at RE/MAX Assured Properties and dedicated Buyers Agent is the author of this blog, and several other sites on the Internet. Charles and his team of experts in the Charlottesville area are always available to help you with your Real Estate needs. Call our team anytime at 434-981-1585 or to search for homes visit: Charlottesville Real Estate

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WOW, what a party!

One of our best ones, we had wonderful guests, great food (thanks Betty) good music and fantastic weather (75 degrees)! What more could we ask?

Thank you to my family, friends and clients who attended, it is your support that makes working with Charlottesville Real Estate a true joy for me. If you not able to attend, we missed your smiling faces and look forward to seeing you next year!

The photo below of the pumpkins was emailed to me from one of our dear friends and clients who live in Glenmore.

They were so kind to take it as I forgot to get any photos of the party...

As darkness came, we lit the pumpkins! (even though it was Nov 1st)

The kitty design, in the rear, was my daughters creation!