Autumn is arguably the best time to live in Northern Virginia. This year was especially glorious as we were treated to weeks of blue skies, temperatures in the 60s & 70s and one of the most magnificent displays of colorful fall foliage in recent memory. Thirty-four consecutive days without rain ended in November, giving us ample opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
Home buyers took advantage of the great weather driving the largest increase in pending sales in Virginia’s housing market in more than three years. While the team was extremely busy with new listings and new adventures, we also made time to gather and celebrate the season together.
Our Second Annual “Farm Day”
Team members, family, friends and valued clients were invited back to “Never Farm to Fork” — the family farm of Managing Broker Janeen Marconi & Josh McKim — confirming the new annual tradition of Farm Day. More than 100 turned out to enjoy hay rides, games, an ersatz petting zoo and seasonal fare. The highlight of this year’s event was the stunning vocal performance of Realtor Jill Barrios who along with a full five-piece band delivered toe-tapping renditions of pop favorites and authentic “old country”.
Afternoon Tea Club with Social Media Maven Chloe Powell
On November 11th, Luxury Realtor & Noted Social Media Influencer Chloe Powell hosted another successful Afternoon Tea Club. This small group networking event for business owners in Northern Virginia was held at Scarlet Springs Farm, a luxurious bed & breakfast near Historic Waterford. The autumnal potluck featured a sumptuous picnic including savory & sweet S’mores by the bonfire. Follow @afternoonteablubva on Instagram to connect with other local entrepreneurs and participate in their next event.
The Presidential Election
You may have already heard that a new President was elected in November. This man, chosen for his character, experience and values has been given a mandate to chart a course through tumultuous times and lead us to renewed greatness. That man is our very own, Peter Leonard-Morgan, Associate Broker at Hunt Country Sotheby’s International Realty.
Peter is now President-Elect of our local real estate association, the Dulles Area Association of Realtors (DAAR). Please join us in congratulating him on this important appointment. As the real estate industry at-large continues to undergo fundamental change, we can think of no one better to steer local Realtors in adapting to new policies and procedures.
Chrissie Goodrum Added to NVAR Budget & Finance Committee
We are also pleased to announce that Hunt Country Sotheby’s International Realty, Associate Broker and top-producing Leesburg Realtor, Chrissie Goodrum has been appointed to a leadership role at the Northern Virginia Association of RealtorsⓇ (NVAR). As a former Certified Public Accountant, Chrissie brings a sharp focus on financial accuracy to both her real estate practice and her new role at NVAR.
We also want to congratulate Chrissie on the sale of her newest listing in her home community of Raspberry Falls. Offered at $1,100,000, this luxury home in Leesburg’s premier golf community went under contract in the first week.
Introducing New Team Member – Sandra Reardon, REALTORⓇ
We are honored and excited to welcome Sandra Reardon as a new Sales Associate to the Hunt Country Sotheby’s International Realty team. Sandra is an established Realtor who has already generated over $20 million in career transaction volume. In addition to her incredible energy and positivity, Sandra is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish. Sandra’s markets of focus include McLean and Tyson’s Corner, as well as her home community in South Riding. You will definitely want to follow her on Instagram at @sandracreardon and subscribe to her YouTube channel, as Sandra is a prolific and inspiring content creator.
Featured Listing
If you’ve had visions of owning a beautiful, fully restored, historic Virginia fieldstone home, with its very own winery, vineyard and tasting room, look no further. Welcome to this cherished property and boutique winery, with a long history of award-winning wines and priceless views of the Shenandoah Valley. Set on 6.53 scenic acres, with a beautifully manicured vineyard, the original fieldstone house was built in 1893, subsequently operating as an inn for visitors from Washington DC, who would travel by train on the Washington and Old Dominion railroad (today the W&OD trail), to enjoy the cooler summer temperatures at this higher elevation. In 1998, the house was meticulously restored by the current owner, incorporating modern conveniences while retaining the exquisite architectural beauty of a bygone era. View the full MLS listing here: 18035 Raven Rocks Road, Bluemont, VA 20135
A Heart Full of Thanks – Thanksgiving Reflections
While many of us are looking forward to an extra large serving of Mom’s homemade pecan pie or a lazy day on the couch watching NFL Football, it’s important to remember that the purpose of the impending holiday is to take time for gratitude for life’s many blessings. Purcellville Realtor, Geri Deane is leading the way in her recent blog post:
A Heart Full of Thanks: Thanksgiving Reflections – by Geri Deane