Small Town Atmosphere

Northern Virginia and the Washington Metro area is big city hustle and bustle, but at Belle View, you'll know your the local businesses and they'll know you. Meanwhile, let's meet a few of the businesses in Belle View.

Numerous small businesses are here to serve the community.

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Into Fitness?

Athletes, would-be athletes and nature lovers should head south from Old Town Alexandria.

Stretching along the Potomac River from the southern border of Old Town to Mount Vernon Estate is the Mt. Vernon bike path.  Eight miles of asphalt allow locals and visitors to walk, run or bike while enjoying river views and wildlife sightings.  Bald eagles, ospreys, blue heron, cormorants, egrets, ducks and geese are among waterfowl commonly spotted along this corridor, while deer, groundhogs and fox sightings are frequent.  Combine cardio and conservation by following a nature trail through Dyke Marsh.

 Along the bike path is a fitness course and several points of access for canoes or kayaks.

Businesses in the nearby Belle View shopping center allow you to rent a bike, tone up at Curves or take karate lessons.  Adjacent to Belle View is the Mt. Vernon Recreation Center, which provides Fairfax County residents with an indoor pool and ice rink.  Farther south on Route 1 is a Gold's Gym.

Local communities such as River Towers, Porto Vecchio and Belle View also offer their residents tennis, swimming and basketball facilities as well as their own in-house gyms.

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Behind River Towers

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Belle View after the December storm of 2009

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New plantings at River Towers

Cities are wealth-generators. That is to say, good jobs and opportunities are found in cities like Alexandria, Fairfax and Arlington. Though we all enjoy wealth opportunities, many of us don't enjoy concrete and asphalt. There is something to be said for the greenery of the rural living. Even in New York City, folks enjoy Central Park. If you're one of those folks who need to live within easy commute of Washington D.C., Alexandria or Arlington, but you also need your little piece of nature, then you may owe yourself a visit to River Towers.

River Towers is found at the end of a looping horseshoe drive tucked between Belle View and a national wildlife preserve. Like all the homes of New Alexandria, River Towers has easy access to the Potomac and Belle Haven Marina, as well as the shops of Belle View Shopping Center.

My office is located at River Towers, because River Towers provides to the city but is an oasis of greenery. In the summer the shade of mature oaks provides pleasant vistas into the forest beyond. I personally have witnessed deer, foxes, racoons and various waterfowl and birds without getting up from my desk. To the rear of the 6641 building is a water drain that was long an eyesore to some at River Towers.

The landscaping committee set themselves to the task of transforming an eyesore into an asset. They have surrounded the drain with flowering shrubs and decorative grasses to provide a screen and focal point for the eye when seated at the nearby bench.

The paths at River Towers are punctuated with benches and places of beauty. The flowers have already started blooming at this new landcaping feature. I expect that as the planting mature, the storm drain will be difficult to spot, but the flowers will still provide a treat for the eyes.

About the Author --- Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Condo 1 Alexandria and Will Nesbitt Realty. Will specializes in condos, townhouses and single family residences in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Crystal City, and Kingstowne. Will resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Alexandria VA in Fairfax County.

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Farmer's Market at Sherwood Hall Library

At the nearby Sherwood Hall Library every Tuesday the Farmer's Market gathers many River Towers locals.

Get your flowers and veggies!

A selection of homemade pies and pastries.

Something for Everyone

The farmer's market has locally grown organic fruits, vegetables and pies & pastries, all natural free-range meats, as well as crafts and other interesting items brought to us by farmers near the area.

Fresh squash & zucchini in early summer!

Just off the stalk corn and freshly picked beans.  

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Looking for small town atmosphere?

New Alexandria has small town atmosphere.  Northern Virginia and the Washington Metro area is big city hustle and bustle, but at River Towers, you'll know your the local businesses and they'll know you. Don't forget to say hi to the staff at River Towers. Meanwhile, let's meet a few of the businesses in River Towers. Area businesses are invited to join the River Towers Business Association.

Mark Pierce and Jim Flock have years of experience and
Boulevard Barber (703 765 3752) is there when you need them!.

Julie Nesbitt (703 765 0300) owns and
operates a mortgage company at River Towers.

Will Nesbitt is a realtor with an on-site office.

Come visit Dave's frame shop All About Frames.

The deli makes fresh and tasty food and has a convenience store.

Sh'alon Hair Salon is on site and ready to serve.

Belle View Shopping Center

One of the greatest conveniences to River Towers is the nearby Belle View Shopping Center. Just a few blocks away, not even a traffic light separates River Towers from a host of shops that supply many of the necessities of life. Safeway, Radio Shack, Roy Rogers, Subway, Dishes of India, Texaco, and Primo's Italian Restaurant are just a few of the handy businesses within walking distance.

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Enjoy a bike ride at River Towers.

River Towers is located near the George Washington Parkway and the Potomac River. Here's a link to some of the many bike trails, jogging paths and hiking trails in the surrounding park system.

The trails and roads at River Towers tie into a network of scenic routes that follow the river from Mount Vernon (5 miles south) to National Airport (5 miles north) and thence to Washington DC and beyond.

The nearby bike/jog paths are closed to motor vehicles..

On the bike paths

Serious bikers often ride on the Parkway itself, but recreational bikers prefer the easy bends of the local bike trails. Some residents actually use these trails to bike work or to the Metro.

Bikers, joggers and bird watchers enjoy trails.

 

The bike trail weaves between the Parkway
and the River through woods and meadows.

Many bikers enjoy a trip to the marina.

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Easy Access to the City in Suburban Style Community

Old Towne is filled with shops, restaurants and fun things to do!

The Best of Two Different Worlds

River Towers is just a short walk from the Potomac River, dining and shopping, and public library and recreation center. River Towers is about a mile from the Metro and from Olde Town Alexandria entertainment and nightlife. Yet over the bridge and awaits a quieter island realm of forested sunsets, good neighbors, private recreation and a well-tended home.

The landscaping is designed so that each season brings new flowers.

River Towers is strategically located between the shops
of Old Towne and the big box stores of suburban Northern Virginia.

You're just minutes away from shops, restaurants at River Towers.

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What parks are near Old Town and Belle View?

One of the single greatest attractions on the west side of the Potomac River is the George Washington Parkway.  This parkway stretches along from Mount Vernon Estates through Belle View and Old Town up north of Arlington.  Along the shore are scattered a bevy of parks from Theodore Roosevelt Island, the LBJ National Grove, Gravelly Point Park, Fort Marcy, and Turkey Run Park.  The GW Parkway even boasts a view of a rare Bald Eagle and its nest on the Belle Haven Country Club just south of Old town.  Learn more about great boons to property in Northern Virginia.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

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Belle View --- quiet condos on the Potomac

Belle View is a residential condominium community on the Potomac River just outside Old Towne Alexandria Virginia. Belle View offers 1, 2 & 3 bedroom residences for sale or rent in a pet-friendly neighborhood that is a throw-back to a quieter time. 

For more information about Belle View condominiums please contact Condo 1 Alexandria, an independent real estate brokerage, committed to providing outstanding service and value to buyers and sellers. We specialize in condominiums and properties in and around Belle View, New Alexandria and Old Town. We are known for developing quality working relationships with our clientele; relationships based on respect, integrity, and trust.

Condo 1 Alexandria is proud to have developed beneficial relationships with lenders, inspectors, contractors, and a wide range of housing professionals. We pride ourselves on building a solid foundation for your home to rest upon. Whether you are purchasing, selling, or both...we ensure that you have the support you need to make to make sound decisions and receive the best deal possible. We go the extra mile for you!

If you need assistance, please contact Will Nesbitt. He will take the time to listen to your needs and dreams. Will works tirelessly to facilitate your goals without compromise. Will Nesbitt and Condo 1 Alexandria are committed to treating every client as if they are our #1 priority.

Whether you are buying, selling, or simply considering a move, we will be happy to speak with you.

We specialize in condominiums and the area surrounding Belle View!

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Belle Haven Marina

Belle Haven Marina is found on the George Washington Parkway just south of historic Old Town Alexandria. Belle Haven Marina is owned by the National Park Service and operated by Belle Haven Marina Inc. The Belle Haven Marina is a short walk from River Towers, Belle View and New Alexandria. Rowboats, canoes, kayaks and sail boats are available for rent. Sign-up for sailing lessons and your package will include a limited number of free hours of sailing.

The Marina has a short pier and the George Washington Parkway has many points to fish the Potomac River. Many anglers rent or own boats which ply more serene and secluded spots nearby. The ramp fee is only $5.

From the marina, one can see the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.

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