Enjoy the comforts of home while spending the night in the great outdoors at the new glamping sites at Chickahominy Riverfront Park in James City County, Virginia. The Timberline Glamping Company has opened six glamping Safari tents on the 140-acre park, which is located at 1350 John Tyler Hwy. The glamping tents feature two queen-sized […]
James City County Approves Golf Cart Use in Windsor Forest
Residents of Windsor Forest in James City County can now drive golf carts on public roads, making it the fifth neighborhood in the county to do so. The James City County Board of Supervisors approved a golf cart use permit for the neighborhood at their July 11 meeting. However, some residents have concerns about the […]
New Free Bus Route to Colonial Williamsburg Starting September 10th Replacing CW buses
The Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) will be launching a new free bus route to Colonial Williamsburg on September 10th. The route, which will be called Route 15: Colonial, will replace the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s current shuttle service. The new route will operate from 9am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and 8am to 6pm on […]
Colonial Heritage Neighborhood Newsletter
Weekly Happenings at Colonial Heritage Special Notice: Cox Working Onsite-Isaac Circle Cox contractors are on site to do site work to provide service to Section 5.2. This project will take several days to complete and will impact 3801-3823 Isaac Circle along with 3820 Isaac Circle. No service interruptions to customers are anticipated. Resurfacing of Tennis Courts The tennis […]
Williamsburg Named Among Best U.S. Cities by Travel + Leisure Readers!
I am thrilled to share some fantastic news with all of you! Williamsburg, Virginia, has once again been recognized for its unparalleled charm, rich history, and vibrant community. In a recent survey conducted by Travel + Leisure, our beloved city has been named among the Best U.S. Cities to visit, as chosen by their readers! […]
MEB seeks 33 million in funding for new performance venue in Williamsburg
A group of local businesses and organizations is proposing to build a new performance venue in Williamsburg, Virginia.The venue would be located at the Colonial Williamsburg Visitor Center and would be a multi-purpose facility that could host a variety of events, including concerts, performing arts, corporate functions, and festivals.The group is requesting $33 million in […]
James City County Board of Supervisors Elects to Terminate Joint School Contract
On July 25, 2023, the Board of Supervisors elected to preemptively terminate the Contract for the Joint Operations between James City County and the City of Williamsburg, effective at the close of the 2025-2026 school year. The reason for this action is to ensure the County has as much time as possible to prepare for […]
James City County is the Best Place to Retire in Virginia
Are you planning for retirement? If so, you’re probably looking for a place to call home that offers important amenities, such as easy access to physical activities, quality healthcare, and social venues. If you’re considering retiring in Virginia, James City County is the best place to do it. The county ranks #1 in the state […]
Hampton Roads Housing Market Continues to Heat Up
The median sales price (MSP) for homes in Hampton Roads set a record for the second straight month in June, reaching $345,000. Active listings and settled sales also increased from the previous month, but both are still significantly down compared to June 2022. “Seasonally, the month-over-month increases were expected, but they’re still important,” said Jon […]
POSTPONED: July 3rd Community Appreciation Day and USAF concert Postponed to Thursday, July 20
Update: Due to the heat advisory and the possibility of a thunderstorm, Community Appreciation Day previously scheduled for July 3rd has now been postponed to 5 p.m. Thursday, July 20. The event will feature lawn games, a community art project, and free Sno-to-Go. Good Shot Judy will perform, as part of the Summer Breeze concert […]
102 Mayfair Lane: Stately Home with Wooded Backyard in Williamsburg’s Windsor Forest
Every home has a story John Womeldorf knows that every home has a story. As an experienced realtor with a deep love for Williamsburg, John looks beyond the basic features of the homes he sells. In his “Every Home Has a Story” series, John introduces potential buyers to the aspects of a home that they can’t […]
Kingsmill homeowners respond to Escalante plans for development
From the KCSA Elected Board of Directors Over the past several months, the KCSA elected board members have dedicated their efforts to actively gather feedback from the community concerning Escalante’s development plans and the establishment of a new Kingsmill Community Park. The feedback from over 220 residents attending 19 community meetings was summarized […]
Williamsburg Winery Ushers in New Era with Appointment of Michael Weatherly as CEO
The Williamsburg Winery, a renowned producer of Virginia wines, has appointed Michael Weatherly as its new chief executive officer. Weatherly, who has over 20 years of experience in the wine industry, succeeds Patrick Duffeler, who founded the winery in 1985. In a statement, Duffeler said that he was “honored” to leave the winery in Weatherly’s […]
