NORTHERN VIRGINIA IN FULL FALL COLOR.  "Nature's Canvas", comment by Sally and David Hanson. Potomac River looking north from the bridge betwwen Lovettsville, Virginia and Brunswick, Maryland. Just Driving along the roads of Loudoun County presents beautiful Autumn scenes.   Country Roads in Loudoun County Virginia offer beauty and serinity in the Fall. Courtesy, Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com, 800-711-7988.   11/05/2010

GET READY FOR SPRING - PLANT SPRING BULBS NOW. Inspired by Liz and Bill Spear in their post about planting the seeds for future real estate business, I'm reminded that this is also the time of year to plant seeds for future landscaping beauty.  Plan for your spring garden with spring bulbs.  The rewards for planting spring bulbs NOW will be a colorful display of beautiful blossoms in March, April, or May and celebrate spring like nothing else can.                  My spring bulb garden begins with crocus blossoming in February, often peeking through the snow.  Then up come the daffodils and finally the tulips.  One of the wonderful things about bulbs is that, once planted, they grow in size and multiply naturally without any help other than a little food and sunshine.  After naturalizin... 10/25/2010

HOMES FOR SALE IN LOVETTSVILLE, LOUDOUN COUNTY VIRGINIA - 3 ACRES OR MORE - $600,000 TO $775,000.   Lovettsville is a quiet village in Northwestern Loudoun County offering primarily homes with acreage.  Loudoun County properties require 3 acres or more to keep horse(s).  Take a photo tour of Lovettsville Scenes.  We live in Lovettsville and enjoy the quiet friendly atmosphere.   Most of our neighbors are quadrupeds domestic and wild and, if you like country living, Lovettsville may be just the home for you.     My next door neighbor rides by often on weekends. *  Breakfast guests in the hazy dawn in my back yard. There are as many homes  styles and types in Lovettsville as buyers could want.  New and newer Colonials, Ramblers, Farm Homes with porches all with a backdrop of the Foothills... 10/21/2010

PEST CONTROL IN LOUDOUN COUNTY, VIRGINIA - WELCOME TO MY WORLD WITH A HOUSE IN THE COUNTRY.  Since moving to a new home in Lovettsville in Loudoun County, Virginia almost 5 years ago, I have had more than a few uninvited guests.  If I've learned one thing, it is that the best way to control household pests is to leave it to the experts.  This post inspired by Jeff Dowler and his adventure with ants. SNAKE.  The first temporary guest in my home was a 5 foot long black snake in the kitchen.  No need for any help with that, I just swept it out the back door.  NIGHT FEEDING CRITTERS.  Uninvited guests in the garage making dinner out of ingredients in the trash.  That one was my fault for leaving the garage door open overnight.  I carry trash to the Loudoun County Landfill weekly and the bag... 10/19/2010

THE PRAYING MANTIS.  I find insects fascinating.  So intricate and yet so simple.  This Mantis put in an appearance yesterday.  Just sitting there, or holding on waiting - - for what??  No idea.  It appears that specimins have been found in Amber dating back over 70,000,000.  Mmmmmmm. Is he watching me??? Not to worry.  It appears that they devour other, smaller insects, some small creatures, small frogs, birds, etc.  I doubt that my 133.4 lbs is appetizing.  Now if I were a humming bird?????   Courtesy, Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com, 800-711-7988.   09/21/2010

LOUDOUN COUNTY VIRGINIA - NEW HOMES WITH A DETACHED GARAGE - LOVETTSVILLE OFFERS THE BEST PRICE FOR NEW HOMES IN LOUDOUN COUNTY! NEW HOMES IN LOVETTSVILLE VA - REAL ESTATE in LOUDOUN COUNTY - KINGSRIDGE IS PRICED RIGHT IN THE $300,000 RANGE. FINANCING available:  Conventional * VA * FHA * USDA ATTN:  Home buyers looking for a home in Loudoun County with a DETACHED garage.  Homefinders.com found a wonderful New Homes in Lovettsville with detached garage - $309,990.  Homefinders.com new home buyers REBATE - $3,500.   TAKE A TOUR OF THIS NEW HOME COMMUNITY IN LOVETTSVILLE WITH US. This new home community in Lovettsville offers Single Family homes with New Town Center Square.  Open spaces, wooded perimeter and mountain views.  All in the $300,000 to $350,000 price range.  FABULOUS KITCHENS ... 09/17/2010

FIRST YOU SCREAM ! ! ! ! Then you collect your wits about you and execute your contingency plan.  Always have a contingency plan. 1.  First you have to call Verizon and go through 45 minutes of worthless trouble shooting with a Verizon tech. SOLUTION:  Line trouble.  They'll call you back in 24-48 hours to let you know that the line problem has been resolved OR schedule an appointment to make at in-home repair.  The last time this happened, it took 3 weeks to get DSL back up and running. 2.  CONTINGENCY PLAN #1.  Look for your DIAL UP CONNECTION to post your 30 in 30 article.  Mmmm.  No icon for the Dial Up connection.  Call the service.  Resubscribe.  EEEEKKKK!  No Dial Up modem in the 8 months old computer.  Ooops.  The Computer Guy must have omitted the Dial Up modem.  CALL THE COMPU... 09/14/2010

VIRGINIA RURAL AREA HOME BUYERS - IS THAT ROAD VDOT MAINTAINED?? POTHOLES ANYONE?  Folks who live in the urban areas will often encounter potholes, particularly after a cold winter with freezing and thawing of roadways.  If you're in a city or even a small town, there is usually a pothole complaint number you can call, get on a list and, sooner or later, the pot hole will be repaired.  In some urban areas, neighbors form groups to fill local pot holes.  In tough economic times such many areas are experiencing today, counties and cities may have reduced the budget for pot hole repair.                                              * * * * * * * * * * MEET VDOT ROADS MAINTENANCE at work on the road in from of my home in Lovettsville Virginia.      I LOVE LIVING IN THE COUNTRY.   However, I ... 09/04/2010

LOVETTSVILLE PIZZA AND SUBS, CONVENIENT AND FRIENDLY SERVICE AT THE PIZZA PLACE.  EAT IN OR CARRY OUT.  LOVETTSVILLE PIZZA AND SUBS Let's get to the heart of the matter.  The food here is the real thing.  You'll clean your plate.  This unassuming quiet little restaurant on a side street in Lovettsville, population about 1,000, offers tasty italian dishes every day.  Prices are reasonable and service is always with a smile.  The kitchen is open so you can watch the preparation of the delicious dishes.  See Pizza Oven to the right.     YOU'VE GOT TO FIND A FAVORITE ON THE DAILY MENU.  WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU SAW PRICES LIKE THIS FOR GOOD ITILIAN FOOD??       Lovettsville Home owners are treated to some very good Italian food at the Lovettsville Pizza and Subs Restaurant.  The Lovettsvi... 08/20/2010

LOVETTSVILLE NEW HOMES WITH WONDERFUL PRICES, GOURMET KITCHENS and a country atmosphere. NEW HOMES IN LOVETTSVILLE, LOUDOUN COUNTY, VIRGINIA - GREAT PRICES, LOVELY HOMES AND A HOME BUYER'S REBATE!  New homes like the one pictured below are in the heart of Lovettsville and priced at a modest $300,000 to about $400,000.  REBATE = $3,000 - $4,000.  The gourmet kitchen pictured above is in a new home priced at about $450,000.  REBATE = $4,500. New homes with acreage are also offered in Lovettsville in the $390,000 to $500,000 price range. Call Lenn for information about the Homefinders.com NEW HOME BUYERS REBATE - 800-711-7988. WHERE IS LOVETTSVILLE, Virginia? Lovettsville, Virginia is a small town in North West Loudoun County.  We're about 15 miles from Leesburg with access to the Dulles G... 07/13/2010

4th of July Independence Day Celebration in Lovettsville, Virginia - July 3, 2010. LOVETTSVILLE celebrates Independence Day. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 2, 2010 at the Lovettsville Community Center.  The Parade will begin at 5:50 p.m. at the Community Center and travel along East Broad Way to the Lovettsville Elementary school.  Enjoy family activities for all and refreshments at the Community Center beginning at 6:00 p.m. Live entertainment from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  FIREWORKS BEGIN AT 9:15 p.m.   Admission is $3/person in advance at Lovettsville Community Center. Pay at Door admission is $4/ages 13+, $3/ages 3-12 and FREE for under 3 Questions? Contact us at 540-822-5284 or lovcc@loudoun.gov     Courtesy, Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com, 800-711-7988. 07/01/2010

NEW HOMES IN LOUDOUN COUNTY VIRGINIA - and FABULOUS GOURMET KITCHENS at AFFORDABLE PRICES. LOUDOUN COUNTY VA new homes are priced right.  The homes below are all located in the Lovettsville New Town community where you can walk your pets, enjoy the open spaces in the "town center" and generally appreciate small town living in Northern Virginia.  PRICED FROM $300,000 TO $450,000, these homes offer fantastic value for all home buyers in Loudoun County.  In addition to the new home credit from Homefinders.com of 1% of the purchase price of your new home, 100% financing is available for qualifying buyers.  YOU'LL BE ANXIOUS TO TRY OUT YOUR CULINARY SKILLS IN THIS LOVELY and FUNCTIONAL KITCHEN.   YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE THE KITCHENS IN THESE NEW HOMES IN LOVETTSVILLE. GOURMET KITCHENS in new h... 06/20/2010

YOU KNOW IT'S SUMMER in VIRGINIA when you see the Tiger Lily on the roadsides. Courtesy, Lenn Harely, Broker, Homefinders.com, 800-711-7988. 06/19/2010

NEW HOMES IN LOVETTSVILLE VIRGINIA WITH THE ENERGY STAR LABEL and THE HOMEFINDERS.COM NEW HOME BUYERS REBATE! What does the ENERGY STAR label mean to you, the home buyer and soon to be home owner?? It means that the builder has included ENERGY STAR approved and labeled appliances and heating and cooling systems in your new home. It means that the ENERGY STAR home will have lower utility bills than comparable homes without ENERGY STAR approved systems and appliances. It means that the builder has incorporated ENERGY STAR energy saving construction processes and materials to maximize the energy saving and minimize the energy use in your new home. It means that your new ENERGY STARwill be environmentally friendly and your home will contribute less pollution into the atmosphere over many ye... 06/17/2010

NEW HOMES IN LOUDOUN COUNTY MD, LOVETTSVILLE NEW HOMES FOR SALE AT NEW LOWER PRICES. Let's say it again, just so no one seeking a new home in the Lovettsville area of Loudoun County, Virginia. NEW HOMES IN LOUDOUN COUNTY MD, LOVETTSVILLE NEW HOMES FOR SALE AT NEW LOWER PRICES. JUST LOOK!!!              HOME PRICES BEGIN IN THE $400,000 RANGE UP TO $550,000 RANGE DEPENDING ON SQUARE FEET AND LOT SIZE.  Lots range from 1/2 acre to over 10 acres.  THERE'S A NEW HOME FLOOR PLAN FOR YOU WITH ABOUT 6 FROM WHICH TO SELECT. BEAUTIFUL GOURMET KITCHENS WITH FUNCTIONAL DESIGNS AND STATE OF THE ART APPLIANCES.               BRIGHT AND SUNNY DESCRIBES THE OPEN DESIGNS OF THESE BEAUTIFUL AND CHEERFUL HOMES.                 For a tour of the model home in this fabulous and unique community, contact: L... 06/05/2010

HOMES FOR SALE IN LOVETTSVILLE VIRGINIA IN NORTHWEST LOUDOUN COUNTY - SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED REAL ESTATE WITH ACREAGE. With the exception of the wonderful new and newer homes for sale in Lovettsville, most properties with a Lovettsville Virginia 20180 zip code are on acreage and in rural areas.  Lot sizes of 3 acres or more are always available.  HOMES FOR SALE IN LOVETTSVILLE WITH 3 ACRES TO FIVE ACRES (RESALE PROPERTIES) Click photo or "View" tab for more information.  MLS#: LO7304706  Price: $548,000  Bedrooms: 5  Bathrooms:3 full  1 half  Garage:Attached, Side Loading Garage  Zip Code: 20180  City, State:LOVETTSVILLE, VA  Community:LINDSEY  Status: ACTIVE ? Listing Agency: Samson Properties   MLS#: LO7276733  Price: $524,900  Bedrooms: 6  Bathrooms:4 full  1 half  Garage:Attached, S... 05/09/2010

LOVETTSVILLE, VA HOMES FOR SALE * NEW HOMES IN LOVETTSVILLE TOWN CENTER. HOME BUYER REBATE * HOME BUYER REBATE * HOME BUYER REBATE * HOME BUYER REBATE LOOK WHAT YOUR NEW HOME MONEY WILL BUY IN LOVETTSVILLE, VIRGINIA - Loudoun County's best kept secret, a lovely and friendly town in North Western Loudoun County, with both rural and in-town homes for sale.  YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE THIS PLACE and YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE THESE HOMES.  The prices below are the base price as of April 28, 2010.  1% REBATE to Homefinders.com Buyers. City Zip5 ListPrice BR FB HB # Gar Lot Acres YrBlt                     Lovettsville 20180 $399,990    4 2 1 2 0.207 2010 Lovettsville 20180 $319,990    4 2 1 2 0.172 2010 Lovettsville 20180 $329,990    4 2 1 2 0.172 2010 Lovettsville 20180 $334,990    3 2 1 2 0.172 2009 L... 04/28/2010

VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, VDOT, MAINTAINING ROADS IN RURAL LOUDOUN COUNTY, VIRGINIA VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - ROAD MAINTENANCE - MAKE SURE YOUR ROAD IS MAINTAINED. CAUTION HOME OWNERS!  IF YOU'RE CONSIDERING BUYING A HOME IN LOUDOUN COUNTY, MAKE SURE THE ROAD ON WHICH HOMES ARE CONSIDERED ARE VDOT MAINTAINED.  ADDENDUM:  I FORGOT TO MENTION THAT THE VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION HAS A WEB SITE AND POTHOLES CAN BE REPORTED.  WHEN THE ROAD IN FRONT OF MY HOME GETS BAD, I REPORT THE METTER, ALONG WITH PHOTOS, TO VDOT AND THEN, ABOUT 4-6 WEEKS LATER, ALONG COMES THOSE LOVELY DUMPSTERS WITH GRAVEL AND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO DO THE SCRAPING.    IF YOU'RE SELLING HOMES IN RURAL VIRGINIA, CHECK WITH VDOT TO FIND OUT WHO MAINTAINS THE ROAD.  IT'S GOOD DUE DILIG... 04/26/2010

GROWING BULBS INDOOR IN LOVETTSVILE, VIRGINIA - EASY AND SO BEAUTIFUL! I love flowering bulbs.  They are so easy to grow, you just can't go wrong.  Put them in a pot, give them some water in a well drained pot and in 4-6 weeks, you're going to have some beautiful colorful blossoms. My latest adventure in indoor bulb growing has just come into bloom. WELCOME THE AMARYLLIS, BIG BOLD and BEAUTIFUL.     Simplicity is an art form.  Nothing more was needed than one bulb, one small pot, one sunny window.   Courtesy, Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com, 800-711-7988. FOR THE BEST NEW HOME BUYING EXPERIENCE, WORK WITH AN EXPERIENCED NEW HOME BUYER'S AGENT.  LENN HAS SPECIALIZED IN NEW HOME SALES SINCE 1992.   With over 25 years real estate experience, we can help you buy your home with the conf... 04/26/2010

LOUDOUN COUNTY NEIGHBORS ENJOY THE SPRING SUNSHINE AND NEW GRASS.  One thing you can count on in Loudoun County Virginia is the presence of quadrupeds behind the fences that line the road ways.  There are more horses in Loudoun County, Virginia than any other area in Virginia.  Horses everywhere, small farmettes with 1-2 horses and large horse farms with beautiful fields of grazing land.    "O.K. son.  This is the way to do it. "       "Pay attention now, it's easy."        "I'm watching mom."                               "HEY Mom.  I can do it.  Wow!  This stuff is good." For horse lovers, Loudoun County requires 3 acres to keep horses.  For a tour of horse farms in your price range, contact Lenn Harley, Broker, Homefinders.com, 800-711-7988.  We can help. Horse friendly properties of... 04/19/2010