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Hobie & Monk: Visitation rights

Hobie & Monk: Visitation rights

Dear Hobie and Monk, What do you say when your 14-year-old daughter wants to invite boys over?  - Unsure Monk: Unless you already have a reason to say otherwise, you say, “Sure!” But then you need [...]

Hobie & Monk: The baffling bump

Hobie & Monk: The baffling bump

Dear Hobie and Monk, My husband and I share an in-home nanny for our 1-year-old daughter with a family down the street, whose daughter is of similar age. This week our daughter came home with a [...]

Out of the Attic: Hayman’s anchored the fashion hub of Northern Virginia

Out of the Attic: Hayman’s anchored the fashion hub of Northern Virginia

One of Alexandria’s legendary emporiums for ladies wear after World War II was Hayman’s at 526-530 King St., just west of where the Alexandria Courthouse now stands. Joseph Hayman (born Hait) immigrated to Alexandria from eastern [...]

Home of the Week: Live life along Virginia’s finest river

Home of the Week: Live life along Virginia’s finest river

This remarkable residence overlooks the Potomac River and lies in the highly desirable community of Riverwood. Adjacent to historic Mount Vernon in Alexandria, the property takes in the same gorgeous views George Washington enjoyed from his [...]

Home of the Week: Own a piece of history

Home of the Week: Own a piece of history

This spectacular, freestanding Federal home is rich in history, passing through the hands of some of the city’s most well-known and respected families. The property remained a residence until the late 1950s, when it was converted [...]

Home of the Week: Affordable home offers prime location in Old Town

Home of the Week: Affordable home offers prime location in Old Town

Located in the heart of Old Town’s southeast quadrant, this lovely home provides rarely seen affordability and value (with no HOA or condo fees). Not only does the house offer the three mandates for real estate [...]

Home of the Week: One-of-a-kind townhome in Potomac Yard

Home of the Week: One-of-a-kind townhome in Potomac Yard

This executive, full-brick townhome stands out in the highly sought-after community known as Potomac Yard by Pulte Homes. Thoughtfully designed, it reflects modern living. The residence features hardwood floors that extend through the open layout on [...]

Wow your friends and family with some last-minute gifts

Wow your friends and family with some last-minute gifts

Sometimes, there’s one goal in mind with a present: making the recipient say, “Wow!” The three-letter word may slip out from the price tag or the thoughtfulness of the gift. Either way, it’s amazing to see [...]

Walker Home’s holiday window cheer outdoes the competition

Walker Home’s holiday window cheer outdoes the competition

Window shoppers have a reason to walk into Walker Home, an antique store at 1125 King St. It won the Old Town Boutique District’s Winter Wonderland window decorating contest Saturday. Mayor Bill Euille took notice of [...]

Home of the Week: Del Ray colonial features fabulous finish, fantastic location

Home of the Week: Del Ray colonial features fabulous finish, fantastic location

Live on one of the best streets in Del Ray in this exquisite colonial — which is a Crate and Barrel designer’s dream. The home features a fabulous finish with an urban feel, including built-in bookcases, [...]