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$2,000 :: 120 Cameron #Cs-108, Alexandria VA, 22314

1 bed, 1 full bath
Home size: 896 sq ft
Lot Size: 0 sq ft
Added: , Last Updated: 12/06/10
Property Type: Residential for Rent, Res. Condo for Rent
MLS Number: AX7480424




Listed with Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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Brought to you by Will Nesbitt, Condo Alexandria / Will Nesbitt Realty LLC. Call me today at 703 765 0300, or visit my website at www.nesbittrealty.com!

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Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tour

A traditional holiday held in Alexandria featuring 4 of Old Town’s historic sites, the Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tour will welcome everyone with period music, decorations and costumed tours on December 11 and 12, 2010. The self guided Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tour will provide a free shuttle service to and from each site.

The Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tour will highlight:

• Carlyle House Historic Park
• Gadsby’s Tavern Museum
• Lee-Fendell House
• Old Presbyterian Meeting House

Carlyle House Historic Park features a display of musicians showcasing period music and seasonal greens in preparation for an 18th century holiday festivities.

Gadsby’s Tavern Museum offers hot cider while being soothed by the caroling of Singers West from West Potomac High School. Living History Foundation also will be offering an opportunity to learn 18th century dancing.

Lee-Fendell House will showcase their 19th century kissing ball and wreathing decorations, costumed tours, live piano and choral performances.

Old Presbyterian Meeting House will be dressed in holiday greenery and candle lit grandeur readily welcoming everyone into their historic beauty.

The Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tour tickets price are as follows:

• Adult: $20
• Seniors: $15
• Children (6-17 years of age): $5

To purchase tickets, please contact 703 838 4242

Gadsby’s Tavern of Old Town Alexandria.

Gadsby’s Tavern – A U.S. National Historic Landmark 1963

Gadsby’s Tavern Museum
138 N. Royal Street
Alexandria , VA 22314
Contact Number: 703 746 4242

Gadsby’s Tavern named after Englishman John Gadsby who managed the tavern from 1796 to 1808 making it the highlight of Alexandria’s economic, political and social life. Gadsby’s Tavern now houses Gadsby’s Tavern Restaurant, American Legion Post 24 and Gadsby’s Tavern Museum.

Gadsby’s Tavern was constructed with 2 buildings built in 1785 and the other as 1792 City Hotel. It is known that George Washington had frequently patronized the taverns along with the annual Birthnight Ball held in his honor.
Other prestigious guests include:

• John Adams
• Thomas Jefferson
• James Madison
• James Monroe
• Andrew Jackson
• Marquis de La Fayette

The Gadsby’s Tavern Restaurant, today offers an elegant spread for lunch, dinner and brunch in its 18th century dining rooms, wherein semi private and private dining rooms, including a courtyard and a ballroom is offered to be rented for special occasions and business functions. They also hold special celebrations such as candlelight tours, Civil War balls, teas with Martha Washington and the George Washington Birthnight Ball in honor of the colonial times.

The Gadsby’s Tavern Museum is now visited for its Georgian architecture that was preserved and maintained to its colonial design.
30 minutes Tours are offered at the Gadsby’s Tavern Museum as scheduled:
November to March:
Wednesday to Saturday – 11am to 4pm
Sunday- 1pm to 4pm

April to October:
Tuesday to Saturday- 10am to 5pm
Sunday and Monday- 1pm to 5pm

Closed- Every Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day

Admission Fees:

• Adults: $4
• Children (11 – 17 years of age): $2
• Children(Below 11 years of age): Free with a paying Adult.

About The Alexandria National Cemetery

Alexandria National Cemetery listed in National Register of Historic Places: 1995

Alexandria National Cemetery is 5.5 acres of resting ground in 1450 Wilkes Street in Alexandria VA, being one of the 14 national cemeteries constructed in 1862. Originally known as Spring Garden Farm having about 4 acres of land the United States government bought additional land giving its’ current size. The Alexandria National Cemetery was burial ground for the soldiers who had passed away because of diseases, training, illnesses and results of the Civil War in the Alexandria area that was then exceeded the capacity and brought about the construction of Arlington National Cemetery.

By 1871, improvements had been made at the Alexandria National Cemetery with the addition of a fountain, Cobblestone Avenue and graveled walkways, wrought iron rostrum, pond and greenhouse. The superintendent’s lodge which is the oldest and primary building on the ground, highlights the era when the grounds was developed using reddish Seneca sandstone with River Blue Stone coping. A comfort station that was built in 1887, is the on of the few structures to survive up to date. The comfort station was altered in 1927 with the addition of a dining room, kitchen/store room and tool shed/toilet. It was only in the 1930’s when the Civilian Works Administration had begun repairs on the lodge and outbuildings and had added a flagpole.

Other Notable Persons to be buried at Alexandria National Cemetery:

Buffalo Soldiers (Cavalry Regiments of the US Army):
Private L. J. Cook, Company H, 9 US Cav, Section B Grave 3560
Corporal Lorenzo Foster, Company C, 10 US Cav, Section B Grave 3581
Private George Foster, Company C, 10 US Cav, Section B Grave 3565
Private John T. Stevenson, Company E, 10 USCT Cav, Section B Grave 3592
Musn. Joseph F. Whelen, Company LLG, 24 US Inf, Section B Grave 3606

On July 7, 1922, the U.S government had erected a large granite boulder in honor of the Pursuers of President Lincoln’s Assassin. They were 4 Quartermaster Corps employees who had drowned in the Potomac River while in pursuit of John Wilkes Booth in April 24, 1865.

Alexandria National Cemetery
1450 Wilkes Street
Alexandria VA 22314
Contact Number: 703 221 2183

$570,000 :: 125 Lee N #Dh-502, Alexandria VA, 22314

1 bed, 2 full baths
Home size: 1,200 sq ft
Lot Size: 0 sq ft
Added: , Last Updated: 12/01/10
Property Type: Residential for Sale, Res. Condo for Sale
MLS Number: AX7392269




Listed with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

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Brought to you by Will Nesbitt, Condo Alexandria / Will Nesbitt Realty LLC. Call me today at 703 765 0300, or visit my website at www.nesbittrealty.com!

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Marina Towers – Paradise on the Potomac

Located at 501 Slaters Lane in Alexandria VA 22314, Marina Towers is situated 3 miles south of Ronald Reagan National Airport and 5 miles from D.C in the northern end of Northern Virginia outside of Old Town along George Washington Parkway. Marina Towers offers views of bald eagle nesting sites and the city skyline on each side as the towers look over the Mount Vernon Trail.

Aside from the spacious condominium units Marina Towers provides, the amenities cater with convenience for every lifestyle. The Mount Vernon Trail can be used to get to Old Town and enjoy the many shops, restaurants and entertainment that Old Town offers and Potomac Yards, including Reagan National Airport, Potomac Landing Marina and D.C.

Marina Towers’ amenities:

• Riverside Swimming Pool
• Fitness Center
• Party Room
• Picnic Area
• Convenience Store
• Valet
• Dog Walk
• Tiki Bar
• Gazebo

Marina Towers offers residents with weekly movies on the community large screen TV, yoga classes and even a digital camera club. The Marina Towers community have also been involved in various community programs such as river clean ups and send-a-kid-to-camp.

With the accessibility of Marina Towers to GW Parkway driving to D.C, Rosslyn, Pentagon and Ballston is easily done at any time of the day with a little effect of the rush hours.

Showing properties 1 - 5 of 7. See more Marina Towers.
(all data current as of 12/9/2010)

1. $350,000 : 501 Slaters Ln #405, Alexandria
   
   1 beds, 1 full bath

   Size: 840 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
2. $288,775 : 501 Slaters Ln #702, Alexandria
   
   1 beds, 1 full bath

   Size: 905 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
3. $274,900 : 501 Slaters Ln #1204, Alexandria
   
   1 beds, 1 full bath

   Size: 840 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
4. $339,900 : 501 Slaters Ln #1108, Alexandria
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Size: 1,168 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
5. $359,000 : 501 Slaters Ln #905, Alexandria
   
   1 beds, 1 full bath

   Size: 840 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Porto Vecchio Condominiums in Alexandria VA

Located at 1250 South Washington Street in Old Town Alexandria VA, Porto Vecchio Condominiums offers a Mediterranean feel to the famous colonial environment of Old Town Alexandria. Built in 1983, Pet friendly Porto Vecchio Conodminiums comprises of 125 units with most units having views of the Potomac River, Belle Haven Marina and Cameron Run.

The Porto Vecchio Units Offer:

• Open Floorplans
• Updated Kitchens
• Breakfast Bars
• Dining Rooms
• Wood Floors
• Whirlpool Tubs
• Underground Parking

The Porto Vecchio Community Amenities:

• Swimming Pool
• Veranda
• Dock
• Tennis Courts
• Fitness Room
• Sauna
• Party Rooms
• 24 Hour Desk – Security
• Limousine Service
• Storage Rooms
• Bicycle Trail

Porto Vecchio Condominium Fees include:

• Water
• Maintenance
• Security and Management
• Insurance
• Snow Removal

Showing properties 1 - 5 of 6. See more Porto Vecchio.
(all data current as of 12/9/2010)

1. $599,000 : 1250 Washington St S #214, Alexandria
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Size: 1,170 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
2. $1,250,000 : 1250 Washington St S #805, Alexandria
   
   3 beds, 4 full baths

   Size: 2,400 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
3. $715,000 : 1250 Washington St S #406, Alexandria
   
   2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 1,630 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
4. $450,000 : 1250 Washington St S #314, Alexandria
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Size: 1,170 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
5. $750,000 : 1250 Washington St S #422, Alexandria
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Size: 1,447 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Stops of the King Street Trolley

The City of Alexandria’s free King Street Trolley transports residents, visitors, and those who work in Old Town, between the King Street Metrorail Station and the Potomac River waterfront. The free trolley operates along the one-and-a-half mile route seven days a week from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. providing access to accommodations, dining, entertainment and shopping. The free trolley departs from the Potomac River Waterfront and from the King Street Metro every :10, :30, and :50 minutes after each hour. Every 20 minutes riders can board at any of the 20 stops along King Street.

Traveling towards the King Street Metro Station, the designated trolley stops include:

• King and Union
• King and Lee
• King and Royal
• King and St. Asaph
• King and Columbus
• King and Patrick
• King and Fayette
• King and Peyton
• King and Diagonal
• King Street Metro Station

Traveling towards the Potomac River waterfront, designated trolley stops include:

• King Street Metro Station
  

  Trolley at King Street

• King and Diagonal
• King and Peyton
• King and Fayette
• King and Patrick
• King and Columbus
• King and St. Asaph
• King and Royal
• King and Lee
• King and Union.

Please remember there is no smoking, eating, or drinking on the trolley. Passengers with strollers must close strollers before entering. The trolley only stops at designated stops. Passengers must pull the cord to signal a stop.

Historical, Pet Friendly and Dining at Old Town Alexandria

Located across the Potomac River, Old Town in Alexandria features historical buildings highlighting the 18th and 19th century architecture in Virginia with the King Street Metro Station allowing travel to Old Town very accessible.

Old Town offers historical attractions such as Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site, George Washington Masonic National Memorial, Ramsey House Visitors Center and U.S Patent and Trademark Office Museum. Many historical sites also offer tours for visitors and leashed dogs. But Old Town also is famous for its array of globally innovative restaurants, entertainment and vibrant nightlife opportunities that provides locals and tourists a wide selection to choose from.

Travelers with pets would have no problem finding accommodation as many are pet friendly, and dining out with pets is very popular too with allocated outside areas in many restaurants provide. Numerous specialty shops, events and attractions are found at Old Town that caters to canine camaraderie. Founders Park, Windmill Hill Park and Montgomery Park are the 3 most convenient fenced dog parks for those in Old Town.

With the array of restaurants to be found at Old Town, Austin Grill at 801 King Street offers Tex-Mex dishes featuring 15 freshly prepared salsas, sauces and dressings and other homemade dishes that ought to be tasted. Their menu consists of authentic Tex-Mex ingredients that are savory for those who favor the variety. Austin Grill also makes sure their patrons are entertained with a scheduled line up of activities and events for the entire family, while the little ones get to eat for free every Tuesday.

Showing properties 1 - 5 of 195. See more Old Town.
(all data current as of 12/9/2010)

1. $875,000 : 211 Payne St S, Alexandria
   
   3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

   Size: n/a

   Lot size: 3,390 sq ft
2. $674,900 : 614 Columbus St N, Alexandria
   
   3 beds, 2 full baths

   Size: n/a

   Lot size: 1,392 sq ft
3. $699,900 : 118 Harvard St, Alexandria
   
   3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

   Size: n/a

   Lot size: 1,920 sq ft
4. $259,000 : 604 Bashford Ln #2133, Alexandria
   
   1 beds, 1 full bath

   Size: 600 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a
5. $634,900 : 2050 Jamieson Ave #1405, Alexandria
   
   3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

   Size: 1,420 sq ft

   Lot size: n/a

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Schools of Old Town Alexandria

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