11007 Raccoon Ridge Court, Reston
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Raccoon Ridge is a neighborhood of single-family, detached homes in Reston, VA, developed in 1980. Homes in this neighborhood measure from just under 2,900 square feet to almost 5,000 square feet and have between four and five bedrooms and either three or four bathrooms. The properties are on Raccoon Ridge Court and Birdfoot Court, which are both no-thru roads.
What Do People Love About Raccoon Ridge?
Not only do the residents love the appearance of the properties in Raccoon Ridge, but they also love the spaciousness of the houses and the gardens. However, the primary reason people look for homes for sale is the location. They love that the neighborhood is surrounded by greenery, as the quiet no-thru roads back onto Little Difficult Run Stream Valley Park. Despite the peaceful location, the excellent transport links make it easy for the residents to commute to work and access the local shops, restaurants, amenities, and attractions.
Amenities and Features
There are various styles of properties in Racoon’s Ridge, including colonial and split-level. The internal layouts of the houses also vary, although many have an open-plan layout in the living areas. Some properties have undergone upgrades since the homes were built in 1980.
All the properties in Racoon’s Ridge have large gardens, although they vary in size from one house to the next. Some homes sit on lots of up to two acres. The sense of space and greenery is elevated for many of the homes as they back onto the parkland of Little Difficult Run Stream Valley Park.
Another external feature of all the properties is off-street parking. Not only do the homes have parking on driveways, but they also have garages. Some of the houses have garage parking for up to three vehicles.
Getting Around the Local Area
The Metro is one of the best ways to commute around the local area, and the closest Metro station is Wiehle-Reston. Those with a car will have no trouble getting around, as Raccoon Ridge is close to the Dulles Access Road, Chain Bridge Road, Lee Highway, Fairfax Boulevard, Lee Jackson Memorial Highway, Fairfax County Parkway, Sully Road, Centreville Road, and Interstates 66 and 495.
Shopping and Dining
The shops and the restaurants closest to Raccoon Ridge are found in Reston. Shopping options include Whole Foods Market, Reston Town Center, Safeway, Target, Harris Teeter, Home Depot, MOM’s Organic Market, and Trader Joe’s.
Dining options include restaurants, cafes, bistros, takeouts, fast food joints, coffee shops, and bakeries. Some cuisines available in the area are Thai, American, Indian, Italian, and Japanese. There are further shopping and dining options in nearby towns such as Legato, Chantilly, Oakton, and McLean.
Things to Do in Reston, VA
The Gerry Connolly Cross Country Trail lies between the neighborhood’s two streets, and the properties are arranged around a section of Little Difficult Run Stream Valley Park. Therefore, Raccoon Ridge’s residents can access outdoor spaces on their doorsteps.
Other attractions within walking distance of the neighborhood include Gary Braithwaite Field at Quartermaster, Walker Nature Center, Reston Park, Twin Branches Nature Trail, Lake Audubon, Lake Audubon Pool, Walker Nature Center Campfire Ring, Glade Pool, Pine Branch Trail, and Holly Branch Trail.
Elsewhere in Reston, some activities and attractions are Reston National Golf Course, Fred Crabtree Park, SkateQuest, Lake Fairfax Park, Hidden Creek Country Club, Difficult Run Stream Valley Park, Colvin Run Mill Park, and Roer’s Safari.
Further things to do in the surrounding area include Herndon Centennial Golf Course, Sugarland Run Stream Valley Park, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Westwood Country Club, Army Navy Country Club, Penderbrook Golf Club, and Nottoway Park.
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