Warm yourself from the inside out with one of these craft libations. We live in a region with a bounty of beverage options to choose from. Whether you’re drawn to vines or barley, there’s a nearby distillery, brewery, or vineyard awaiting your arrival. VODKA & GIN The glistening silver and copper stills shine from the…
Jonathan Kauffmann Receives Recognition As A Top Trendsetter in Residential Real Estate On January 13, 2016, the Swanepoel T3 Group released their annual Power 200 list, honoring leaders in the residential real estate industry. The Swanepoel T3 Group is a prestigious organization that has been providing extensive research and guidance to real estate professionals since 1997. The Power 200 lists…
Traditions serve as a connection to the past—moments passed from generation to generation. While the years fly by in somewhat of a blur, seasonal traditions can help stitch our memories back together. Family customs serve as a connection to the past—moments passed from generation to generation. You won’t remember the tacky gift your great aunt gave you,…
The holidays implore all five of your senses. Awaken each with a visit to these home decor boutiques. Cozy sweaters, crackling fires, and hot apple cider are just some of the things we cherish in the cooler months. As each of our towns become its own winter wonderland, we can’t wait to enjoy some of our favorite…
Winter Wonderland – Family Adventures Cozy sweaters, crackling fires, and hot apple cider are just some of the things we cherish in the cooler months. As each of our towns become its own winter wonderland, we can’t wait to enjoy some of our favorite holiday traditions. We’ve assembled our cherished cold-weather activities that are sure to…
Harnessing the Value of an Energy Efficient Home Nest Realty recently launched a partnership with Pearl Certification, a national certification program that aids sellers in harnessing the value of an energy efficient home. We sat down with Pearl CEO, Cynthia Adams, to learn more about the certification and what it means for homeowners. What is Pearl? …
More than pretty pictures, art in our homes and in our communities carries importance. For centuries, art has been used to tell stories, evoke emotions, and document the social pulse of the era. Art can be found everywhere we look—in the structure of a tall building, in the craftsmanship of a table, or the delicate…
Blissful summer itineraries to spark your travel bug. We’ve created an ideal one-day schedule for five of our favorite towns (Asheville, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, New River Valley, Wilmington) . From dawn till dusk, we’ve got every minute mapped out. You’ll get to the heart of each town and discover what makes them special. Some lineups are…
Blissful summer itineraries to spark your travel bug. We’ve created an ideal one-day schedule for five of our favorite towns (Asheville, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, New River Valley, Wilmington) . From dawn till dusk, we’ve got every minute mapped out. You’ll get to the heart of each town and discover what makes them special. Some lineups are…
In our “Meet the Maker” series, we’ll introduce you to local personalities from each of the towns where Nest offices are located. These makers enrich our communities and color the landscape of our towns. For this installment, we travel to Crozet, Virginia to meet Sister Barbara and Sister Maria, Trappist Nuns and cheese makers. Sister Francis greets…