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Mount Vernon Woods is a neighborhood of single-family, detached homes in the Mount Vernon area of Alexandria, VA. There are properties along Norwood Drive, Martha Washington Street, Ashton Street, Lawrence Street, and Fielding Street. The neighborhood’s development began in the early 1950s, and there have been homes built ever since. There are properties in various styles, including ranch, rambler, Cape Cod, and bi-level homes. Most properties in this neighborhood measure between 1,300-square-feet and 2,000-square-feet. They have two to five bedrooms and one to five bathrooms.
What Do People Love About Mount Vernon Woods?
One of the main reasons people love Mount Vernon Woods is its location. Although it is close to all the amenities, shops, restaurants, and attractions of Alexandria, Mount Vernon is a residential area away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The neighborhood is surrounded by greenery, as it sits alongside Mount Vernon Park.
The Amenities and Features at Mount Vernon Woods
Homes in this community vary significantly in external appearance in terms of size, style, and general appearance. Similarly, the internal design, layout, and features of the homes vary. Although many Mount Vernon Woods homes were built in the early 1950s, they have since undergone modernizations and improvements.
All the properties in this neighborhood have gardens where the residents can enjoy the outdoors. Most of the gardens are fenced-in, and many are surrounded by mature trees. They also have driveway parking, and some have garages. Visitors to the neighborhood will have no trouble finding a parking space on the street.
Transport Links
Those who live in Mount Vernon Woods will have no problems getting around the local area, regardless of whether they have a vehicle or use public transport. The closest bus stops are along Russel Drive, Seven Woods Drive, and Buckman Road. Mount Vernon Woods is only a few blocks from Richmond Highway, which is a major route that connects to Interstates 95 and 495.
Activities and Attractions in the Local Area
In addition to Mount Vernon Park, there is plenty more to enjoy for the residents within walking distance of Mount Vernon Woods. These include Muddy Hole Farm Park, Hybla Valley, Wickford Park, Huntley Meadows Park, Dogue Creek Stream Park, Pinewood Lake Pool, and Mount Vernon Woods ES Playground.
There are also multiple options for dining out within a few blocks of the neighborhood, and most of these are along Richmond Highway and the surrounding streets. Options include cafes, bars, bakeries, and restaurants selling Korean, American, and Mexican cuisine.
A little further afield, some of the leisure facilities and attractions include Mount Vernon Country Club, Mount Zephyr Park, Grist Mill Park & Dog Park, Washington Mill Park, Mansion House Yacht Club, Fort Belvoir Marina, and Fort Belvoir Golf Club.
It is only a short drive or bus ride into Alexandria where there is a vast array of shops, restaurants, and attractions. Some of Alexandria’s most popular attractions are the Mount Vernon Trail, Jones Point Park & Lighthouse, the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum, Waterfront Park, Oronoco Bay Park, Rivergate City Park, Old Town Alexandria, Carlyle House Historic Park, the Torpedo Factory Art Center, Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary, and Gadsby’s Tavern Museum.
If you’re looking for a Mount Vernon Woods home or would like to sell your home, call us at 703-462-0700.