This is a two-bedroom condo in a prime location of Reston.
The condo — listed for $229,999 — is located in the Hunters Woods Elementary School for Arts and Sciences district.
This home is in walking distance to the Reston Community Center and all the arts, music and recreation programs it offers. It is also walking distance to Safeway and other convenient shops and restaurants at Hunters Woods Village Center.
Reston National Golf Course is just 1.2 miles away and the Wiehle-Reston East Metro station is just 2.7 miles.
This condo is less than 10 minutes from the Reston Town Center, with 50+ shops and restaurants, outdoor entertainment and special events.
Quality features of this condo include:
- Vaulted ceilings
- Gas fireplace
- Elegant separate dining room
- Updated kitchen with Corian counters and stainless steel appliances
- Master bedroom walk-in closet
- Wall-to-wall carpeting and laminate flooring
- Large windows throughout bringing in natural light
- Washer and dryer in the unit
- Storage room off of the balcony
- Two parking spaces with two visitor spots
- Over 1,000 square feet of space
The building is FHA and VA approved. The condo fees are $335.99 per month, which includes all utilities except electric & cable.
The address is 11807 Breton Ct, Unit 21D, Reston, VA 20191.
Directions to get there are to follow I-66 W and VA-267 W to Reston Pkwy in Reston. Take exit 12 to Reston Pkwy, Turn left onto State Rte 4721, Turn left onto Breton Ct, condo is at the end on your right.
Open Houses:
Thursday evening, Sept. 10 from 6 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 12 from 2 – 4 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 13 from 2 – 4 p.m.
For more information, call Jennifer Powell at 571-239-0333 or email at [email protected].
The preceding was written and sponsored by Jennifer Powell of Keller Williams.
This week’s Pet of the Week is Seymour, a a collie/hound mix in need of a home. Here is what the folks at Mutt Love Rescue have to say about him:
Seymour is a wonderful collie/hound mix who came into the high-kill shelter with the number 9 painted on his side. The number has faded, and hopefully so have Seymour’s memories of a not-so-good past.
You see, Mutts has promised Seymour nothing but the best for his future. This young boy, between 1 and 2 years of age, is about 40 pounds and is hoping that you will be the one to make this promise come true.
Seymour is vaccinated and neutered. For information on sponsoring this dog, please email [email protected].
Are you and Seymour a match? If so, let us know and our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, will send you some treats and $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?
Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.
Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.
Lake Anne Nursery Kindergarten (LANK) opened its doors more than 50 years ago, offering preschool classes for Reston’s youngest children at a time when kindergarten was the norm.
Being on the cutting edge of education is just part of what LANK is all about — and this year is no exception. Starting this fall, the preschool and kindergarten will highlight STEAM in the school’s curriculum, and to celebrate this they have themed the year: Full STEAM Ahead!
STEAM is an educational model that focuses on science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics as a whole, not as separate subjects to be taught in isolation. Learning is enhanced through projects where children use their problem solving skills to come up with solutions to various scenarios. This blended approach fosters more effective learning through collaboration, communication and creativity.
The incorporation of the STEAM initiative continues as a natural fit for LANK, Reston’s first preschool. LANK believes in a total approach to early childhood education, which allows each child to grow intellectually, physically and socially in order to continue to be successful well after they graduate.
LANK strives to make learning enjoyable for children by incorporating a “learning through play” philosophy that provides for constructive, directed play corresponding with educational instruction. Children are encouraged to interact, build, ask questions and explore, thereby stimulating their natural curiosity and desire to learn. Their teachers work with your child individually to assure that your child’s preschool years are joyful and rich in self-discovery.
If you’re interested in being a part of this exciting year, LANK has openings in their 2015-16 programs for preschoolers (ages 2-4) in their afternoon sessions and in their full-day kindergarten. To meet the staff, tour the school and enroll: 703-437-0035 or [email protected].
Congrats to Penny, our Pet of the Week. Penny is an active puppy who love chase geese at Reston National Golf Course. Here is what her owner Katie has to say about her:
This is Penny girl. She is the sweetest girl! Penny is a Pomeranian-Shih Tzu mix, we like to call her a Shiranian. Her birthday is Oct. 9, 2014. She is almost 11 months old.
Her favorite toys are tennis balls, bones, and chewing on squeaky toys! She loves to find golf balls too whenever she can.
She loves to snuggle and give lots of kisses. She plays all day long with just about any kind of pet. She has had fun with toads, cats, and lots of different kinds of dogs. She loves chasing the geese out on Reston National (sorry golfers, that is my bad dog out there). She has her neighbor dog, Molly, who is her best friend. They play every day for hours.
When we got her it was during the winter and she loved the snow. She would run in circles pretty much rototilling our lawn for us. Summer came and she seems to like summer just as much.
Penny and Katie will get $100 in Becky’s Bucks, as well as some dog treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care.
Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?
Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.
Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.
Reston Children’s Center is child care center described by parents and staff as a community and a “home away from home.”
Reston Children’s Center provides infant and toddler care; preschool education; before- and after-school enrichment for children in kindergarten through sixth grade; private kindergarten; and summer camp for school age children in a safe, fun environment for kids to learn and play.
The center’s motto is “helping kids to know, grow and care,” and it is one that the staff works to uphold daily.
One parent wrote in an online testimonial, “We selected RCC because it was highly recommended by many families. We stayed at RCC for 12 years because the teachers, leadership, and staff demonstrated their dedication to our daughters and our family every day by teaching our kids to share, to have fun learning, and to have compassion and empathy.”
Many of the children in the center start as infants and, as they grow, move through the various programs. One RCC parent wrote “We were initially drawn to the program for the gentle rocking of the babies at the infant center and have stayed for the continued hands-on involvement with the after school program. […] We couldn’t have imagined such rich rewards from the beginning and are very fortunate to have chosen this community. RCC has helped our three boys, from birth to school-age, be polite, empathetic, and confident. The caring, solid, and experienced staff always knows how to deal with each individual personality, while emphasizing learning, friendship, and fun. “
Reston Children’s Center is going into its 50th year serving families in the Reston community, and for good reason. This parent cooperative is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National After School Association. It is also a star rated center according to the Virginia Star Quality Initiative.
Of course, it is important to consider the people who will work with and care for your children every day. RCC recognizes this, and has worked hard to cultivate a staff who are dedicated, highly qualified educators and caregivers, more than half of whom have been working at the Center for over 10 years. They truly enjoy working with their colleagues and the children and the unparalleled support from parents.
Many enthusiastic testimonials on RCC’s website capture what is best about the center, more than simply describing it ever could. Many parents refer lovingly to Reston Children’s Center as more like a family than a school, and are proud to be part of a place that takes great care of their children as they grow.
The preceding article was written by RestonNow.com and sponsored by Reston Children’s Center.
Everyone moves at least once in his/her life. The process of moving always becomes a matter that requires considerable moral and material efforts. There are a slew of helpful hints to follow that can take a move from stressful to simple.
Here are our top 10 tips for your next move:
- Start planning your move in advance. Get acquainted with the variety of fees movers may charge, call a few moving companies and pick a reliable mover. Do not leave everything until the last moment.
- Pay attention on the phone. Phone consultations matter–get a feel as to whether the operator ready to answer any questions and describe in detail the conditions of work with this company or not.
Also, check with the company:
- How the cost of your moving is calculated;
- If the services of loaders are included in the total price;
- Assembly-disassembly of things and other additional services of the mover.
- Estimate the costs. Add up the price of your moving company, the amount of packaging materials, Conduct an audit of the property that is to be transported.
- Take care with packing materials. As a rule, use plastic bags for packaging clothes, cardboard boxes for packing dishes, appliances, books, bubble wrap for packing furniture and stretch tape for upholstered furniture.
- Save money and DIY. If you want to reduce the cost of your moving, try as much as possible to do everything you can without movers. Pack all the boxes, disassemble the furniture, sell or throw away what you don’t want or need. This way, you can significantly reduce the amount of work and save on moving.
- Move the small stuff yourself. If you have a car, transfer what you can to your new place. This will reduce the time you have to pay movers for, and with it, the cost.
- Care for your belongings. Arrange the transportation of your belongings under your care. You can accompany the truck with your things in your own car or in the cabin of a truck.
- Monitor your movers. At the time of loading and unloading of your possessions, carefully watch the job your movers are doing. The furniture van must meet all the requirements for the transport of furniture; in particular, it should be equipped with straps for securing furniture.
- Don’t wait if you have complaints. If, at the end of your move, you have noticed that the furniture has acquired some defects and scratches even though it was packed, bring it up promptly with the manager of the company.
- Saving money isn’t everything. Remember that excessive savings in moving may bring counterproductive consequences for you. You get what you pay for, so don’t compromise on poor service for your belongings if you don’t have to.
Moving does not have to be as awful as people so often describe it. It’s important to choose the right approach for you and your family, and to turn to professionals. VA Movers can help you be more successful in your move. We approach to every relocation individually and can help you not only with both moving services and advice. Hire professionals if you prefer to move quickly and efficiently with a company you can trust.
This post was written and sponsored by VA Movers.
This week’s Reston Pet of the Week is Laney, a hound mix who is in need of a home. Here is what the folks at the Humane Society of Fairfax County have to say about her:
Laney is a combination of the sweet breeds we call the hound mixes. Maybe some Beagle, maybe a little Spaniel and possibly some Lab tossed in. Whatever the mix is she is a cutie and super sweet.
She came to us starved and unloved. She was born last December and is a cute color of brindle and white and weighs about 20 lbs. She will be a small-to-medium size dog when full grown.
She’s playful and ready for lots of action. She loves attention from all age people and other dogs. Come and meet Laney to see if she is your match and you are hers.
Are you and Laney a match? If so, let us know and our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, will send you some treats and $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?
Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.
Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.
This is a promoted post from Metro.
Metro’s Silver Line is turning one.
Join us at the Wiehle-Reston station as we celebrate with a big screen family movie night under the stars! Bring your friends. Bring your kids.
We will be showing Despicable Me. The fun begins at 6:15 p.m., and the movie starts at 8:45 p.m.
And don’t forget some cozy blankets and chairs. We’ll even have free popcorn on hand to make this a true theater experience. Food will be available for purchase, though you’re welcome to bring your own goodies, too. Please, just no glass bottles/containers, alcohol or cooking on Metro property.
The show will go on — rain or shine. If mother nature throws a fit, we’ve got an indoor space ready to go. But fingers crossed it’s a warm and starry summer night.
Here’s what you need to know:
WHAT
Silver Line Birthday Celebration & Movie Night
WHERE
The Plaza @ Wiehle-Reston Metro station
11389 Reston Station Blvd.
Reston, VA 20190
WHEN
Sunday, July 26
6:00 p.m. (event)
8:45 p.m. (movie)
Reston Chamber Spotlight is a biweekly feature from Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce. Today’s spotlight is on Random Words Marketing Group, a creative services firm with offices at Plaza America. Speaking for them is CEO and President Laura Ramirez Drain.
Reston Now: Why did you decide to start your business in Reston?
Random Words: Because I have lived in Reston for more than 10 years, I have seen how much Reston has grown. Reston is a great place to do business. You can find opportunities everywhere without driving far away, so I decided that I would focus all my effort around Reston. My fist step was joined the Greater Reston Chamber, because I need to meet small business owners to offer my services.
Reston Now: What are the challenges and rewards of being a business owner?
RW: Challenges: Money Management –Having enough cash to cover the bills; Fatigue — The hours, the work and the constant pressure to perform wears on even the most passionate individuals; Financial Knowledge, There is so much you have to learn.
Rewards: You are your own boss; You mange your time; You develop your own goals
Reston Now: Name something about your business that most people don’t know?
RW: We can help to find the right words for the right people in Korean, Spanish and Chinese. We use your words and places in video, radio, print and social media with that you will be able to reach the communities that need you.
Reston Now: What is the unique value proposition your clients get when using your services?
RW: Random Words Marketing is a consulting business, we don’t sell products we sale solutions. We will partner with you to define your goals and then design and deliver customized marketing solutions that are right for you, from print to video. We will find the right market to implement the solution and we will help you to find the right customer for you.
This week’s Reston Pet of the Week is Raven, a Boxer puppy. Here is what owner Chrystal has to say about her:
Raven is a 6 month old loving happy boxer mix. She is named after the Baltimore Ravens. Since she has been in our home, she has brought us closer together.
She loves children. She will greet them with smiles and wagging tail. She absolutely Loves “walking herself.”
Raven is silly, smart, protective, obedient, loving, a great cuddle buddy, laid back and gentle. She is a great swimmer and has the most silliest run (she thinks she’s a racehorse at times).
She likes to try new things and loves attention. She poses well for pictures.
Raven absolutely loves watching Spongebob. She goes everywhere we go.She is the only dog that I’ve had that hasn’t torn anything up. Raven is the biggest blessing in our lives. She likes when butterflies rest on her.
Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?
Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.
Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.
This week’s Reston Pet of the Week is Tiger Baby, a male cat who needs a home. Here is what the folks at Fancy Cats Rescue Team have to say about him.
Tiger Baby is a very sweet boy, about 2 years old. He wants to play with other cats, so he would love a home with some kitty siblings! He loves wet food, catnip mice, and string toys. He likes being held and petted.
He uses a sisal /carpet combo scratching post. He likes to climb and is still very much a kitten. He does some play biting sometimes, but it does not hurt, it is very playful. He is a very striking boy.
If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application and a representative will get back to you shortly to answer any questions you may have. The application can be found here on Fancy Cats’ web site.
To promote our adult cats during this busy kitten season, all adult cats have a reduced adoption fee of $75 through July, and the fee for seniors (7+) is waived.
If you and Tiger Baby are a match, let us know and we will put you in touch with our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, who will send you treats and $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?
Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.
Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.
The following post is written and sponsored by Erickson Living
As a caregiver, you’re navigating difficult decisions on a daily basis as your loved one faces changes in health and capability. Caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease can be particularly draining, physically and emotionally.
If you’re struggling to meet your family member’s evolving needs, ask yourself these three questions to help determine if it’s time to consider a memory care facility.
Have your loved one’s health needs advanced beyond your capabilities?
Your family member’s medical care may become increasingly complex, making it difficult for you to keep up with their needs. Physical and mental ailments related to advancing stages of dementia and Alzheimer’s — including sleep disturbances, depression, and incontinence — complicate the already delicate care routines you’ve established.
Your loved one may exhibit unusual and inappropriate behaviors, including verbal and physical aggression. Often, the anger can be inadvertently directed toward the caregiver, creating frustration and resentment. Are these physical and emotional challenges beyond your abilities?
Is your loved one safe in their current home environment?
There is a significant chance that your family member will wander away from your home, even in the time it takes you to make a trip to the restroom. Ask yourself if your home is secure enough to prevent this from happening, as it may become more frequent.
You may also be concerned that your loved one will expose themselves to danger attempting to use household appliances, or they may simply have difficulty getting around the house due to troubles with balance or reliance on a walker or wheelchair. Are you prepared for emergencies, including fires and injuries?
Is your health at risk?
Caregivers experience high levels of stress on a daily basis. Be honest with yourself–have you noticed any decline in your physical health while caring for your loved one? Are you more anxious, exhausted, or irritable than normal? Do you have trouble concentrating?
Because your family member relies on you for care, your quality of life directly affects theirs. If you can’t maintain your own good health, you may be doing them a disservice.
A continuing care retirement community like Ashby Ponds in Ashburn, Virginia, can provide a solution to these and other concerns. Ashby Ponds offers independent living residences along with higher levels of care on the same campus.
With the assistance of a dedicated staff, your family member’s day-to-day life will be safer, simpler, and more fulfilled. The physicians and senior health specialists at Ashby Ponds create an individual care plan for every resident, which can greatly benefit their quality of life.
Most importantly, you’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing that your loved one is receiving the personalized health care of the highest quality.
Call 1-888-820-9623 today to schedule a personal tour of Ashby Ponds and learn more about memory care. You can also visit EricksonLiving.com to request a free brochure.
Meet Bro, a male Lab/Shepherd mix who is looking for a home. Here is what Pet Connect Rescue has to say about him:
Bro is a one-year-old Lab/Shepherd mix who weighs 47 pounds. Bro is a playful boy who would love a yard to romp in, kids to play fetch with and someone to take him on long walks or hikes.
Bro plays well with other dogs and greets everyone with a wagging tail. This fun-loving boy would make a spectacular addition to an active family! Bro is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines and preventatives and eager to find a family to love.
The adoption fee for this dog is $295, which includes routine vetting and spay/neuter.
To complete an online application, please click here, then email Crystal at [email protected].
If you and Bro are a match, let us know and we will put you in touch with our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, who will send you treats and $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?
Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.
Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.
Meet Custis, a 2-year-old Basset/Beagle mix who is searching for his forever home.
Here is what the folks at Homeward Trails Animal Rescue have to say about him:
Custis is a happy male Basset/Beagle mix who is only two years old. He is about 30 lbs. Custis is shy with new people but warms up quickly and bonds well to his human. He really loves dogs and his personality REALLY comes out when he gets to play with other dogs! He is a very sweet and quiet little guy who would love to find his forever home.
Custis will do better in a suburban environment with less city noise as he finds this stressful. He needs a patient person who is able to help him gain confidence.
Custis is in temporary boarding and needs a foster. Most importantly, he would love to find his forever home.
The adoption fee for this dog is $300. This fee INCLUDES spay/neuter and microchip. If the animal you are adopting is not already spayed/neutered, you will be required to sign a contract legally obligating you to have the animal altered. .
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out our dog adoption questionnaire and e-mail it to [email protected]. You can find the adoption questionnaire on Homeward Trails’ website.
If you and Custis are a match, let us know and we will put you in touch with our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, who will send you treats and $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?
Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.
Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.
This week’s Reston Pets of the Week are kitten siblings Lucy, Andy, Sheriff Truman and Agent Cooper. They are about eight weeks old and in need of a home. They are currently being fostered by Fancy Cats Rescue Team. Here is what their Petfinder profile says:
Sheriff Truman and his siblings Lucy, Andy, and Agent Cooper were born on April 14, 2015.
These kittens are super fun-loving, affectionate, playful, and adorable! They were found under a parked car at around four weeks of age, with no mom, very hungry and a little bit hissy. They very quickly learned to trust people — foster mom equals food and attention.
They are little chow hounds — they love to eat. They are chunky little monkeys, that’s for sure! Sheriff Truman plays the most intensely out of all of this litter. Lucy is the tiniest of these not-so-tiny kittens. Her brothers may outweigh her, but she is scrappy and plays just as hard as they do. She’s usually the first one to head to their kitten bed after a play session. She and Sheriff Truman are best buddies. Andy and Agent Cooper like to roughhouse and have a great time together.
It is Fancy Cats’ policy that kittens be adopted in pairs or have an age-appropriate playmate in the home already.
If you adopt any of these kittens, let us know and our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, will send you treats and $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week?
Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.
Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.
Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.
