The Bull Run Festival of Lights is the largest light show in the Washington Metropolitan area, and this winter it is more popular than ever before. The numbers are staggering: over 60,000 cars this year and around 240,000 people have enjoyed the over 2,000,000 lights! And the show is not over.
Some of the two million lights
According to the Alexandria Gazette Packet, "The Bull Run Festival of Lights was the first all-LED light show in the country when it opened in 2006. Every year since significant new displays have been added to this over 2.5-mile show. Today the number of lights is well over two million! And the effect is magical. The snow tubes in the woods make it look like it is snowing lights in areas. It takes five semi-truck trailers and a large building to hold all the displays when the show is not in operation. Thousands of people a year go to Bull Run to camp, picnic, go to the waterpark and attend special events, but by far, the greatest attraction is the annual light show."
As per Alexandria Gazette Packet, "The success of the Bull Run Festival of Lights inspired the creation of the Meadowlark Winter Walk of Lights six years ago and the Cameron Run Ice and Lights one year ago. NOVA Parks is doing its best to brighten this winter all over Northern Virginia."
Properties in Canal Place
Gorgeous one bedroom / 1 bathroom in the charming Canal Place community of north Old Town. Enjoy the euro-flare of this updated unit which features a fully renovated bathroom & kitchen. The superb location of this unit, within Canal Place, positions the condo with three sides of natural light, easy access to the swimming pool, the additional storage, and parking. The chic kitchen (2020) features stylish soft-closing gray cabinets & drawers with complimentary gray wood-grain tile plank flooring, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, Quartz countertops, and crown molding. The renovated bathroom (2019) features replacement tub with a frameless glass door panel and sleek modern surround tile that is continued to the flooring. The fixtures, faucets, lighting, commode, and pedestal sink were all updated to compliment the renovation. The generously sized bedroom (14' x 12') has beautifully engineered hardwood floors, which continues to the living room, great natural light with honey-combed blinds for privacy, and two closets. The living room benefits from the natural light that filters through from all three sides of building and is accented by crisp, bright crown molding. This home creates an easy transition for a new owner with a soft neutral palette and attention to details throughout. The piece de resistance is the spacious private flagstone patio (2021), which is drenched in afternoon sunshine. Both of the storm doors to the patio have been replaced (2017). One assigned parking space (#56) is dedicated to this property and there is zoned street parking. This home is located in the thriving north end of Old Town Alexandria and is conveniently located with close proximity to Braddock Metro, the GW Parkway, the Pentagon, Old Town, Del Ray, Chrystal City, Arlington, Washington DC, and Washington National Airport. The low condo fee ($302.14) includes the seasonal swimming pool & additional storage locker unit. [Canal Place - $432,000] SOLD!
Coveted 2 bedroom 1 bath Canal Place condo with a wood burning fireplace! Just painted throughout and new carpet in both spacious bedrooms (hardwoods under carpet); renovated bath and more. There are hardwood floors in the living room with great natural light, newer windows, and the primary bedroom has a walk in closet. Seller has also just installed brand new refrigerator! Unit includes 1 assigned parking space & extra storage. In the summer, take advantage of the beautiful community pool that is just a stone’s throw from the unit -- or stroll a few blocks to the Potomac River. A short distance to Trader Joe’s, Harris Teeter, West Elm, Oak Steakhouse, St. Elmo’s coffee shop, and tons of other neighborhood shopping, restaurants, gyms and more! Just 2 lights from Reagan National and DC, 95. Perfect location in Old Town Alexandria. [Canal Place - $460,000] SOLD!
Bright 1 bedroom/1 bath condo in North Old Town with Potomac River view - steps to GW - Mount Vernon
bike path and the shops and restaurants of historic Old Town. 10 minutes from the upcoming Amazon
Headquarters in Crystal City - 20 minutes by bicycle. Spacious upgraded eat-in kitchen with washer/dryer; living room with wood-burning fireplace, Juliet balcony and entertainment center; bedroom with walk-in closet; linen closet and hall closet; hardwood floors. Community pool and numbered off-street parking space. Separate storage lockable compartment in basement. [Canal Place - $357,000] SOLD!
Canal Place charmer. Beautiful and sparkling corner unit on top floor with water views from every single room. Just renovated, features include: recessed lighting, refinished hardwoods throughout, brand new stainless steel kitchen appliances, and quartz countertops. Kitchen is large enough for a table. The living room has hardwood floors, large coat closet and fireplace with slate surround and wooden mantle. Renovated bath features new vanity, tile work and new tile floor, plus a linen closet just outside the bath. Bedroom features hardwood floors and walk-in closet. Sunny and bright! You have one assigned parking spot and a storage unit. The community pool is just steps away. Fabulous location, 9/10 of a mile to Metro. Short walk to all that Old Town, Alexandria has to offer and conveniently located moments from Reagan National Airport. Don't miss this one! [Canal Place - $367,000] SOLD!
