Archive for January, 2013

 

Beautiful Richmond Maintenance Free Home Available at Bellingham

Thursday, January 31st, 2013

Richmond maintenance free homeEvery time it snows, do you dread having to walk outside with a shovel? What about each Fall when there are leaves on the ground and you have to walk outside with a rake in hand? Wouldn’t it be nice to leave the shovel and the rake in the garage and never have to worry about yard work again? A life free of yard work is available when you purchase a maintenance free home in Richmond at Bellingham at Twin Hickory.

Located on home site 36, the beautiful Ashmont home is available for immediate move in at Bellingham. Priced at $469,987, this maintenance free home highlights 2,800 square feet of well-designed living space with three bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. (more…)

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Elegant Floorplan among Richmond Custom Homes Available at Ellington

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013

Richmond custom homeIn celebration of the new Ellington community at Wyndham, Boone Homes is excited to announce another brand new home design that will be offered, the Waterhaven.

This luxurious Richmond custom home boasts 3,581 square feet of living space and the two-story design provides the perfect layout for everyday living. Elegant interiors showcase upscale features and finishes that include a first floor private study with optional built in bookcases, formal dining room with crown molding and wainscot molding detail, designer kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, large walk-in pantry, expansive family room with optional built in bookcases and gas log fireplace, first floor laundry, deluxe mudroom with ceramic tile floor and second floor loft with optional built in desk and bookcases. The lavish owner’s suite provides the perfect place to unwind with two large walk-in closets, a dressing area and a large owner’s bathroom that highlights a ceramic tile shower and soaking tub. This spacious home features four bedrooms (optional 5th bedroom available) and 3.5 to 4.5 bathrooms. An optional finished attic and basement are available. (more…)

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Learn Why Hollywood Chooses to Film near Richmond Neighborhoods

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013

Richmond neighborhoodsRichmond has been the sight of many films throughout Hollywood and there is a reason for its popularity, historic preservation. Over the year the Historic Richmond Foundation has managed to save and rehab several of Richmond’s historic buildings making it a beautiful shooting location for film and television. From Hannibal to the current Best Picture nominee, Lincoln, many producers have chosen to shoot big budget films near Richmond neighborhoods. This Thursday, January 31, 2013, the Historic Richmond Foundation invites Richmond residents to learn more about Hollywood in Richmond by attending “Walk in the Footsteps of Spielberg and Lincoln.” (more…)

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Spacious Richmond New Home Available at Westcott at Grey Oaks

Monday, January 28th, 2013

Richmond new homeWith the Richmond housing market getting stronger, now is a great time to purchase the Richmond new home of your dreams. At Boone Homes we have beautiful estate and no maintenance homes available for immediate move-in, including this spacious home at Westcott at Grey Oaks. With an amazing 4,110 square feet of living space, this three-story home provides the perfect space for everyone in your family.

Priced at $749,950, this luxury single-family home features five bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Elegant interiors showcase state-of-the-art features and finishes including hardwood floors with 3-inch wide boards, owner’s suite with separate retreat, dressing area and two large walk-in closets, formal dining room with coffered ceiling, open family room with custom built bookcases, crown molding, natural gas fireplace with black granite surround, and a deluxe mudroom with built in cubbies. (more…)

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Dynamic New Floor Plan Provides More Options for Richmond New Home Buyers

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013

Richmond new homeRecently, we announced that we will soon offer luxury Richmond new homes at Ellington at Wyndham. In honor of this exciting new community, Boone Homes has designed nine brand new floor plans. These spacious home designs will feature well-planned interiors that are perfect for entertaining and everyday life.

The first floor plan that we would like to introduce is the Westgrove. With approximately 2,925 to 3,418 square feet of living space, this spacious two-story home boasts four bedrooms (5th bedroom optional) with 2.5 bathrooms (3rd second floor bathroom and 4th attic bathroom optional). Highlights of this beautiful home include a designer kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, formal dining room with coffered ceiling and wainscot molding detail, expansive family room with optional built in bookcases, deluxe mudroom with ceramic tile flooring, gas log fireplace, first floor private living room or study with optional built in bookcases, and a large separate breakfast room. (more…)

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Unique Animal Encounters Available near Richmond Neighborhoods

Friday, January 18th, 2013

Richmond neighborhoodsMany zoos allow you to see giraffes behind a fence or from the seat of a safari ride, but the Metro Richmond Zoo gives you the unique opportunity to feed and pet giraffes. This is an opportunity that few in the United States get to enjoy, but you can experience it right down the road from your Richmond neighborhood.

Each day, visitors to the Metro Richmond Zoo can purchase tasty treats to feed these gentle giants. Their 18-20 inch tongue is prehensile which allows them to grasp leaves and tickle your hand as they snatch up your offerings. (more…)

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Skate your way to Fun near your Richmond New Home

Friday, January 11th, 2013

Richmond new homeLoad up the car, lace up your skates and visit the Farm Bureau Winter Park at RVA on Ice for some winter fun near your Richmond new home. From ice skating to arts and crafts, this annual event is fun for the entire family. Nestled in the heart of downtown Richmond, this unique experience is available to residents through the end of the month.

In addition to ice skating, attendees will enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, holiday music and warming up by a toasty fire pit. (more…)

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Go Behind the Scenes at Maymont near your Richmond New Home

Friday, January 4th, 2013
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Bridge in the Japenese Garden at Maymont.

If you are looking for some family fun near your Richmond new home, then Maymont invites you to walk through the Employees Only door and experience the Nature Center as you have never seen it before. Attendees ages five and older will get a firsthand look at the care required to maintain 13 aquariums and more than 200 animals. This fantastic event will be held Saturday, January 12 at 1:00 p.m. Cost is $6 per person and $3 if you are a member of the Maymont.

Maymont is a 100-acre American estate that was occupied by the Dooley family for 32 years before being turned into a museum shortly after the death of Mrs. Dooley. (more…)

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