Ford’s Colony Market Watch 2015 is February 19.

Southern Living Showcase Home by Wayne Harbin Builder ticket information!

Have you seen the 2014 Southern Living Showcase Home by Wayne Harbin Builder under construction at 109 Ford’s Colony Drive?

The “Harrison Place” – this year’s Southern Living Custom Builder Showcase Home in Williamsburg, Virginia is a “must see” home, if you are thinking about building, remodeling, or rejuvenating your home! Inspired by the pages of popular Southern Living magazine, it is packed full of innovative ideas for both form and function.

The home will be open the following dates from 10am-5pm.

November 7,8 & 9
November 14, 15 & 16
November 21, 22 & 23

Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door (if available). If you are interested in tickets, contact me at 757.503.1999 or deelyn@lizmoore.com. I have a few tickets available. (There will be no parking at the home. Instead, ride the complimentary shuttle from the Ford’s Colony Country Club.)
Proceeds to benefit:

Recently Sold by Deelyn – 115 Western Gailes

Recently Sold by Deelyn
115 Western Gailes

New Construction in Ford’s Colony
■ 3 BEDROOMS ■ 3.5 BATHS ■ 3072 SQ FT

If you are interested in buying or selling a Ford’s Colony home, please contact the area expert, Deelyn, at 757.503.1999 or Deelyn@lizmoore.com.

Ford’s Colony Bowling League begins November 3 and 4.

The Ford’s Colony Mixed Bowling League’s season starts on November 3 for Monday bowlers and November 4 for Tuesday bowlers. For those men and women who are new to the League, we welcome all skill levels. We have two Divisions within the League. The American Division bowls on Monday afternoons and the National on Tuesday afternoons at the Bowlmor AMF at 5545 Olde Towne Road in Williamsburg.

Our season is 19 weeks long with time off for the winter holidays. This year’s annual dues will be $285 per person—only $15 per week. The dues include the 19-week lineage fees, shoes, ball, prizes, minimal League expenses, and the annual awards banquet held at the conclusion of the season. Optional payment plans are available.

Anyone who would like to join the League for Monday bowling contact Art Nelsen at 564-7246 or ahnelsen@cox.net. Tuesday bowlers, contact Larry Doyle at 345-2785 or LarryDoyle@cox.net.

New Listing at 159 Killarney

■ 4 BEDROOMS ■ 3.5 BATHS ■ 3665 SQ FT

Offered at $675,000!

Impeccable! Traditional design and timeless architecture meet uncommon quality in this extraordinary residence built by Anthony DeRose. For more information on this or other Williamsburg area homes, please contact Deelyn at 757-503-1999 or deelyn@lizmoore.com.

New Price on 132 Killarney!

New Price

132 Killarney

now offered at $775,000!

For more information on this stunning Ford’s Colony home,

please contact Deelyn at

757-503-1999 or deelyn@lizmoore.com.

Are you new to Ford’s Colony? Here’s the club for you!

The Newcomers Club is an active and exciting part of Ford’s Colony. It has informative and fun programs and activities to help members make new friends and get to know Ford’s Colony and the Williamsburg area. Join the club Friday, February 21, when the guest speaker will be Dr. Anna Holloway from the Mariners’ Museum. She will be speaking about the Battle of Hampton Roads (1862), between the Merrimack and the Monitor.

Newcomers Club meets at 6:45 p.m. at the S&T Club. Refreshments will be served and you can sign up for club activities such as book groups, BYOB,
lunch groups, Wine and Cheese, and Wine and Dine. Mark your calendar for the February 21 meeting.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact Linda Jones, president, at ljonesgl@gmail.com. To join Newcomers, please contact
Libby Hardwick, Membership, at lrhardwick@cox.net.

Sneak Peek 2 for this Sunday’s Winter Tour of Homes!

Don’t forget to stop at the John Potts gate for directions to all the homes. Get your card stamped at four of the Liz Moore homes to be entered to win a $100 gift card to Opus 9!

Stop 10 is 137 Meadowbrook.

■ 4 BEDROOMS ■ 3 BATHS ■ 4076 SQ FT

Offered at $600,000.

Exceptional first floor living plus a lower level that is perfect for guests or in-law
suite. Not to be missed is the large indoor workshop!

Stop 11 is 105 Dunes.

■ 3 BED ■ 2 FULL & 2 HALF BATH ■ 3075 SQ FT

Offered at $575,000.

A beautiful brick home offering first floor living with a second floor bonus. Hardwood floors and plantation shutters through the main living space.

Stop 14 is 105 Brancaster.

■ 4 BEDROOMS ■ 3.5 BATHS ■ 3181 SQ FT

Offered at $499,000.

This all brick home backing to wooded privacy offers first floor living with a second floor bonus room.

For information on any of these Ford’s Colony homes or other Williamsburg area homes, please contact Deelyn at 757.503.1999.

Hope to see you out at the Winter Tour of Ford’s Colony Homes.

The Ford’s Colony Real Estate Market – December 2013 Statistics

Fords Colony, Williamsburg, VA Homes for Sale

What are the latest market trends in Ford’s Colony, one of Williamsburg’s most popular neighborhoods and certainly the largest community.

Comparing sales data month over month, December 2013 sales activity was down over December 2012. During the month of December 2013, there were 92 active listings in Ford’s Colony with 3 homes going under contract and 4 homes closing. As a percentage, during the month of December 3.3% of the active listings went under contract and 4.4 % of the listings closed. Year over year, December of 2012 saw 12.1% going under contract and 7.1% closing.

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Are you looking for a home in Ford’s Colony, Williamburg, VA? Then, Deelyn Neilson is Ford’s Colony real estate specialist! Whether you are interested in selling your Ford’s Colony home, or buying a home in Ford’s Colony, Deelyn is the Ford’s Colony expert. You can reach her at 757.503.1999 or Deelyn@lizmoore.com for your complimentary Ford’s Colony real estate consultation. No charge or obligation for a meeting with one of Williamsburg, Virginia’s Top Real Estate Agents!

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If you are interested in information about other Williamsburg neighborhoods, please let Deelyn know. Either email deelyn@lizmoore.com or call 757.503.1999.

*data collected on January 15, 2014, and includes single family, detached homes in Ford’s Colony.

New Price on 132 Killarney

New Price on 132 Killarney!

Now offered at $799,900.

132 Killarney in Ford’s Colony

■ 4 BEDROOMS ■ 3.5 BATHS ■ 4688 SQ FT

This beautiful home features an open floor plan with a Great Room that is accented by a cathedral ceiling, a gorgeous wall of windows, and extensive millwork.

The elegant dining room has a tray ceiling as well as extensive moldings. The expansive kitchen offers beautiful granite counters, custom cherry cabinetry, pantry, stainless appliances and an adjacent breakfast area filled with natural light. The first floor master suite offers a tray ceiling, hardwood floors and a beautiful en suite bath with granite counters. Upstairs, there are two spacious bedrooms sharing a tiled bath plus an additional suite with bedroom, full bath and sitting area. The bonus room completes the second floor and is accessed by a second staircase.

Located on the 7th hole of the Blackheath in the exclusive Killarney section of Ford’s Colony, outdoor living spaces include a screened porch and deck with sweeping views of the golf course.

For more information on this Ford’s Colony home, or to schedule a private showing, contact Deelyn at 757.503.1999 or deelyn@lizmoore.com.

Ford’s Colony Spring Yard Sale

FORD’S COLONY SPRING YARD SALE

The annual Ford’s Colony Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, March 15th, 8 a.m. to noon at Historic Triangle Community Center, 312 Waller Mill Road.

Residents can drop a check for $20 per table made out to Phyllis Eastman at the John Pott Guardhouse to reserve a spot by February 20th. Please include your name, phone number and email address. Tables and chairs are provided for participants. Tell your neighbors and friends to reserve their tables today.

If you have questions, please contact Phyllis Eastman at 757-258-1198 or reastman2003@verizon.net.

Ford’s Colony Pilates for Seniors

The Ford’s Colony Pilates for Seniors club meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:30pm at the S&T Club. Pilates is designed to help individuals of all ages and fitness levels improve body functions such as posture, breathing, balance, flexibility and is a way to relieve pain.

The new leader, Alona Casanave, is a certified Body Art and Science International Pilates Instructor. She demonstrates and uses a hands-on approach to ensure that participants can feel the difference between correct and incorrect Pilates movements. She is a firm believer in educating each members of the class and has a passion for helping individuals to help themselves.

Bring your floor mat and visit the class, or contact Wilhelmina White at 645-2519 or hwhite34@cox.net, if you have questions about the club.

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Save the Date for the Ford’s Colony Blood Drive – December 13, 2013.

The need for blood is exceptionally high this time of year. Ford’s Colony is trying to reach a goal of over 70 pints of blood during the drive on December 13th. They will be raffling many items off that day in an effort to increase the nuber of pints collected. Each person who donates will be awarded one raffle ticket. Each person that calls 258-4270 to make an appointment will receive an additional raffle ticket. You can also receive an additional raffle ticket for each person that you get to donate that day. There is no limit to the amount of raffle tickets you can collect, so bring your friends and family!

Prizes will range from Red Cross gift bags, Red Cross tee shirts, Red Cross cookbooks, and some special prizes donated by local vendors! Please call to make your appointment. Each pint collected can help as many as three people in need. The blood drive will take place at the S&T Club.

Come out and help save lives!

Friends and Neighbors Event this Friday

Today’s library is not the same library we grew up with as kids. This Friday, November 1st at 6:45pm at the S&T, our guest for the Friends and Neighbors event will be Dr. John Moorman, the Library Director of the Williamsburg Regional Library. Dr. Moorman has served libraries for 38 year and has been a library director in four states. His topic will be; “Williamsburg Regional Library; Today, Tomorrow and in the Future”. With this economic climate, libraries play a more significant role in everyday life than ever before. Come and hear an interesting and informative talk. All Ford’s Colony residents are invited.

Calling all Dog Lovers!

All Ford’s Colony residents are invited to come to the Dog Owners Interest Group meeting tonight at 7:00pm at the S&T Club. Our speaker will be Dr. Bonnie Brown, veterinarian from the Jolly Pond Veterinary Hospital. She will discuss the most frequently asked questions of dog owners and the possible solutions. The Golden Retriever breed will be highlighted at this meeting.

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