thunsicker

A luxury residential real estate agent working with Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. I specialize in the Vinings and Buckhead areas, and have thorough knowledge of metro Atlanta for all my relocation clients. Atlanta is a great place to call home.

Homepage: http://realviningsbuckhead.wordpress.com

Vinings home for sale with master on main and PebbleTec Pool

Master on the Main in Vinings

 2681 Orchard Knob SE  -  Atlanta, GA 30339

Four Bedrooms, Three Full Baths, One Half Bath

Offered at $925,000

2681 Orchard Knob in Vinings. Offered at $925,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

2681 Orchard Knob in Vinings. Offered at $925,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

Master on the Main with wonderful living spaces and walk out to the level backyard with Pebble Tec salt water pool.

Beautiful PebbleTech saltwater pool.  Offered at $925,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

Beautiful PebbleTec saltwater pool.   Offered at $925,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

Beautiful kitchen with wine cooler and stainless appliances. Open to family room with fireplace and built in cabinets.

A beautiful kitchen that is open to all the main areas of the home.

A beautiful kitchen that is open to all the main areas of the home.

From family room you can go to Sunroom with a wall of windows overlooking lovely backyard.

What a beautiful sun room - just off the kitchen, and overlooking the private backyard.

What a beautiful sun room – just off the kitchen, and overlooking the private backyard.

Large corner lot with circular drive between two streets. Walk to Vinings Village via sidewalks, eligible for Cochise Club membership.

Tina Hunsicker

Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty

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tinahunsicker@hotmail.com

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Natural Kudzu Removal in Buckhead and throughout Atlanta – The Secret is in the Sheep!

My son and I recently drove through Buckhead and saw an unusual site – a small herd of sheep and goats grazing along in a private yard on Ridgewood.  We were both enthralled and pulled over to see what was going on!

A small herd of sheep and goats on Ridgewood Drive in Buckhead!

A small herd of sheep and goats on Ridgewood Drive in Buckhead! They hired the herd to eat all the ivy off of the 2 acres. It was so cool.

This yard had about two acres of overgrowth to clear, and the folks at EWE-niversally Greeen were called in rather than using harsh chemicals.  The flock of sheep and goats, along with a couple of very proective sheep dogs spent a couple of weeks at the Ridgwood home.  Protected by the temporary fencing and daily visits from the herder himself, the sheep and goats were left to do what they do best – eat!

My son is holding a baby that was born 6 hours ago. We are going to have to move to a farm sometime soon. I want that baby lamb he's holding.

My son is holding a baby that was born 6 hours before he held him. We are going to have to move to a farm sometime soon. I want that baby lamb he’s holding.

Dogs come with the sheep to protect them from coyotes.  The dogs are NOT friendly they are there to protect the sheep, so beware.  Also I found out that coyotes have a hard time seeing black sheep and goats.

EWE-niversally Green was featured in an article in the AJC – read it by clicking here

Also, their website posts some pretty dramatic before and after photos like these:

Before the herd arrived - a private backyard in Atlanta.

Before the herd arrived – a private backyard in Atlanta.

And the after shot - wow!  No green remains!

And the after shot – wow! No green remains!

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Multi-Million Dollar Design and Finishes for Under $1 Million

This home for sale in Smyrna/Vinings is located at 2095 Cooper Lake Drive.  Offered by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click this image for additional photos and more information.

This home for sale in Smyrna/Vinings is located at 2095 Cooper Lake Drive. Offered by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click this image for additional photos and more information.

The finishes and quality of the home for sale at 2095 Cooper Lake Drive are those more fitting to a multi-million dollar home. However, this home is priced under a million and still boasts high-end appliances, a built-in ice maker, a custom floorplan, and simple access to interstates and Buckhead is at the tip of your fingers.
The ice maker's home is in the Butler's Pantry - a lovely prep and storage area between the formal dining room and the kitchen.

The ice maker’s home is in the Butler’s Pantry – a lovely prep and storage area between the formal dining room and the kitchen.

The stately presence of this home is best experienced while sitting on the grand front porch.    And just inside the double front door is a large entry hall leading to both a formal dining room and coffered ceiling living room.  The dining room is filled with natural light, a fulfillment of the original plan from Norwood Architects.

A coffered ceiling in the living room is just one example of the upscale finishes in this home for sale in Smyrna/Vinings.  Offered by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click this image for additional photos and more information.

A coffered ceiling in the living room is just one example of the upscale finishes in this home for sale in Smyrna/Vinings. Offered by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click this image for additional photos and more information.

Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the home – from the dining room through the butler’s pantry (home of the icemaker) to the incredible kitchen.  The large central island resembles a piece of heirloom furniture and provides ample prep space as well as room for company to pull up a stool to the counter. Many other upscale amenities are found here including a Viking range and stove-side pot-filler.
A beautiful kitchen is the perfect setting to make beautiful memories in this wonderful home. Offered by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click this image for additional photos and more information.

A beautiful kitchen is the perfect setting to make beautiful memories in this wonderful home. Offered by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click this image for additional photos and more information.

With so many special rooms in this house to experience, the current owners wanted to make sure accessibility was never a problem…..meaning there’s an elevator that accesses all three levels.  One of the best rooms to find while using the elevator is the interior family room – kind of like a sitting room for the private areas of the house. This room is located on the 3rd level in the middle of all of the family bedrooms.  In the past, this room was used for middle-of-the night feedings, and also includes a refrigerator and sink for drinks or a coffee bar.

An elevator! Now we've seen everything!

An elevator! Now we’ve seen everything!

As you might expect in a home of this quality, the master bedroom has ample space and a unique barrel-vaulted ceiling.   Additionally, a soaring ceiling in the master bathroom creates an airy feel among the raised double vanities, soaking tub, and large walk in closet.
Barrel vaulted ceilings are unique and fun to look at - and especially cool in a master bedroom.  Click on the image for additional photos and more information about this home for sale.

Barrel vaulted ceilings are unique and fun to look at – and especially cool in a master bedroom. Click on the image for additional photos and more information about this home for sale.

A gated neighborhood is rare find in Cobb County, and it, along with a private street, is found here at Holden Estates.  For metro Atlanta owners who travel, this secure environment is key.  And traveling from this location is a breeze – literally about a minute to I-285 (west of I-75) and about 20 minutes to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.  Closer to home, you’re just a stroll away from Oakdale Park, and less than a mile away to One Ivy Walk – home of many great restaurants and boutiques.

6 bedrooms, 1 half bath, 5 full baths
Offered at $975,000
2095 Cooper Lake Drive SE
Smyrna, GA  30080

More great pictures at www.tinahunsicker.com

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Solid Wood Garage Doors Add Appeal and Value to Your Home

I have had people ask me over the years about my garage doors.  I have solid wood carriage style doors and I believe from the feedback I get that they make a real impact on a home.

(I really dislike when the doors face the front of the house, but unfortunately mine do, there really isn’t a reason why as I have a wide lot which could accomodate side entry but that’s what they were building when my house was constructed.  To cure the ugliness of it I added quality wood doors with windows and hardware. )

I just happened across a website that has great pictures and ideas to put barn style doors inside as well which many of my friends have now as it’s very in-style.

Take a look at their website and consider upgrading your doors if they are visible as I think it will add value next time you go to sell your home.  I custom ordered mine at Home Depot, but it seems there are lots of speciality places now.

http://www.realcarriagedoors.com/gallery.php

Take a look at Real Carriage Doors' website and consider upgrading your doors if they are visible as I think it will add value next time you go to sell your home.

Take a look at Real Carriage Doors’ website and consider upgrading your doors if they are visible as I think it will add value next time you go to sell your home.

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Vinings Spring Wine Stroll Info

Vinings_Wine_Stroll_2013Vinings Spring Wine Stroll


Saturday, April 20th, 2013

1PM – 7PM

This is the 10th wine strolling event in Vinings that features great wine and food offerings, a free raffle and entertainment.

Participants can enjoy a nice stroll around Vinings visiting 5 restaurants while enjoying wines from different countries & regions.

After-party is at Social Vinings 6pm-until with entertainment.

Last Spring this event was big hit with over 600 attendees.

Portion of proceeds will be donated to Small Dog Rescue & Fur Kids.

 

Register (1-5PM) 

Noche - 2850 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Atlanta 30339

Participating Restaurants with Food & Wine Offerings

Noche

Vinings Inn

La Paz

Meehan’s Public House

Social Vinings

Buy Tickets:  $5 Advance, $10 Door - 
www.AtlantaWineTours.com


 

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Vinings home SOLD: 3849 Brandy Station, Atlanta 30339

We’re doing the happy dance here at the office – I have my listing at 3849 Brandy Station SOLD! It’s a lovely French Provincial estate in Vinings.  It was redesigned from top to bottom in 2007 by Linda McArthur and has over 7000 square feet of space.

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This stunning, airy living room will be host to new owners soon – my listing at 3849 Brandy Station in Vinings is under contract!

A French provincial home Vinings - in an established neighborhood but new inside and out. 3489 Brandy Station in Atlanta's zip code 30339 is offered at $1,599,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

A French provincial home Vinings – in an established neighborhood but new inside and out. 3489 Brandy Station in Atlanta’s zip code 30339 is under contract with an original list price of $1,599,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

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Convenience and Quality in this Vinings Home for Sale

2095 Cooper Lake Drive SE, Smyrna 30080

So much quality in this custom designed home by Norwood Architects.

High end appliances, detailed cabinetry and stone work throughout. Elevator access to all levels. Perfect for families with a sitting room off the bedrooms for family use. Great open public entertaining spaces suitable for large crowds. Three-car garage and guest suite on lower level and fabulous media room. Six bedrooms, five full baths, one half bath.  Over 6,000 square feet.

Offered at $975,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty.   Click here for more photos and information about this home for sale

Vinings at its best - convenient and high quality in this home for sale at 2095 Cooper Lake Drive, Smyrna 30080. Offered at $975,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty.

Vinings at its best – convenient and high quality in this home for sale at 2095 Cooper Lake Drive, Smyrna 30080. Offered at $975,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty.

The living room's elegance is defined in the ceiling. The open floorplan, perfect for entertaining, is epitomized in this flexible space.

The living room’s elegance is defined in the ceiling. The open floorplan, perfect for entertaining, is epitomized in this flexible space.

Entertain with ease and style with this butler's pantry that features an ice maker.  Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

Entertain with ease and style with this butler’s pantry that features an ice maker. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

There are a lot of incredible rooms in this house with beautiful design  - and the easiest way to access them is through the elevator which serves all three levels.

There are a lot of incredible rooms in this house with beautiful design – and the easiest way to access them is through the elevator which serves all three levels.

 

 

 

 

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Walk To Vinings Village in this Vinings home for sale at 3197 Laramie Drive

3197 Laramie Drive, Atlanta, GA  30339

Quality features throughout this custom remodeled home…from Travertine heated floors in the game room, to solid cherry wood doors. You’ll feel relaxed when you come home to this Mediterranean style meets California contemporary feeling home.

Large windows afford you the views of the lush and beautiful landscaping and waterfall. A veranda off the kitchen allows for year-round enjoyment of the outdoors. The privacy of this gated home will make you feel like you are in the mountains. Must see to fully appreciate all the spectacular details.

Offered at $849,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. 

I don't usually open with a shot of the master closet, but  this is a particularly good one. It's in my new listing at 3197 Laramie Drive, Atlanta, GA  30339.  Offered at $899,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

I don’t usually open with a shot of the master closet, but this is a particularly good one. It’s in my new listing at 3197 Laramie Drive, Atlanta, GA 30339. Offered at $849,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

There's a veranda off the kitchen that allows for year round enjoyment of the outdoors.  Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

There’s a veranda off the kitchen that allows for year round enjoyment of the outdoors. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

The family room is just one example of fresh design.....Mediterranean style meeting California contemporary. It's all nestled in Vinings behind its own private drive and gate.

The family room is just one example of fresh design…..Mediterranean style meeting California contemporary. It’s all nestled in Vinings behind its own private drive and gate.

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Stunning French Estate Home SOLD in Vinings: 3849 Brandy Station Court

This home is currently SOLD.

Vinings French Provincial Home – 3480 Brandy Station Road – Atlanta, GA  30339

Shows like a new home! Linda McArthur designed and re-built in 2007.

Master on the main, all rooms are large and the three bedrooms up are ensuite with a playroom on that level as well. Pictures don’t do this Vinings estate justice. You must see to appreciate the quality and detail of the antique doors and large moldings. Such a great location for private school families. Sidewalks go straight from this home right on over to to Vinings Village and The Lovett School.  Over 7,000 square feet with five bedrooms, five full baths and one half bath.

This home is currently under contract. Originally listed at $1,599,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty.  Please click here to see more information and additional photos.

A French provincial home Vinings - in an established neighborhood but new inside and out.  3489 Brandy Station in Atlanta's zip code 30339 is offered at $1,599,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

A French provincial home Vinings – in an established neighborhood but new inside and out. 3489 Brandy Station in Atlanta’s zip code 30339 is offered at $1,599,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click on the image for additional information and more photos.

A beautiful entry way sets the stage for elegance and thoughtful design throughout this estate in Vinings. Click on the image for additional photos and information.

A beautiful entry way sets the stage for elegance and thoughtful design throughout this estate in Vinings. Click on the image for additional photos and information.

Large doors in the airy family room open to a lovely backyard.  Click on the image for additional photos and information on this Vinings home for sale.

Large doors in the airy family room open to a lovely backyard. Click on the image for additional photos and information on this Vinings home for sale.

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Whether you imagine yourself as the chef of the house living out your dreams or as the recipient of a tasty creation, this state of the art kitchen will delight.

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I usually show the master bedroom in my homes for sale (and the one at 3489 Brandy Station IS indeed amazing) but I just love this magnificent girls’ room. Make sure to check the additional photos on the website – as there’s also a bench-swing hanging in here! Delightful!

Ultimate functionality and thoughtfulness is found in this mudroom with personal storage areas for everything from shoes to coats to sports gear to dog leashes to....you name it!  Click on the image for additional photos and information.

Ultimate functionality and thoughtfulness is found in this mudroom with personal storage areas for everything from shoes to coats to sports gear to dog leashes to….you name it! Click on the image for additional photos and information.

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Atlanta homes Under Contract represented by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty

Atlanta’s real estate market is busy and is heating up! I have two of my own listings under contract – both in the Vinings/Smyrna areas. Also, I’m representing a buyer in Buckhead on a $2M+ home.  We’re always looking for great homes to sell, as the buyers are starting to come out of the wood work.

Click here to see homes for sale in Buckhead over $2 million, and under $2 million.  Click here to see homes for sale in Vinings.   Let me know if you’re considering a change in your real estate portfolio!

This home in West Vinings on Zermatt Drive is under contract. Originally offered for $535,000, and listed by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty.

This home in West Vinings on Zermatt Drive is under contract. Originally offered for $535,000, and listed by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click on the image for additional photos and more information.

UNDER CONTRACT IN Smyrna – West Vinings. 4207 Zermatt Drive, Smyrna, GA  30080.  Light and Bright interiors with 10ft ceilings and all hardwoods on the main, porches everywhere! Huge master suite with fabulous walk in closet, 3 additional bedrooms each with its own bath, extremely well maintained neighborhood walkable to restaurants and shops at One Ivy Walk, kitchen has stainless appliances, newest house in the neighborhood. Square footage does not include basement.  Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty represents the seller.

A Buckhead treasure, this home at 3111 Ridgewood is under contract. The original list price was $2,485,000. The buyer is represented by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. IMAGE: FMLS.

A Buckhead treasure, this home at 3111 Ridgewood is under contract. The original list price was $2,485,000. The buyer is represented by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. IMAGE: FMLS.

UNDER CONTRACT IN Buckhead.   3111 Ridgewood Road, Atlanta, GA 30327.  This flawlessly designed home by Bill Harrison was published in his book Timeless Architecture for its use of rough materials in a refined manner. All of the bedrooms have en suite baths, large spaces that allow for natural light, and a whole-home generator. The master bath has heated floors, steam shower, sep. his/her toilet stalls & closets. To enjoy the mild southern weather, the owners designed the home w/ ample outdoors spaces on this private 1.5 +/- acre lot. There is a 5-hole putting green, outdoor living room, fireside cabana, gardens, and mature landscaping.  The buyer is represented by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty.

This home at 4300 Brookview Drive, Atlanta, GA  30080, is the ultimate in Vinings convenience.  Originally offered for $499,900, and now under contract.  Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty represents the seller in this transaction.

This home at 4300 Brookview Drive, Atlanta, GA 30339, is the ultimate in Vinings convenience. Originally offered for $499,900, and now under contract. Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty represents the seller in this transaction.

UNDER CONTRACT IN Vinings.  4300 Brookview Drive, Atlanta, GA  30339.  New windows, HVAC, A/C, fencing. No RR tracks, beautiful large yard, move in ready, all hardwoods, screened porch and deck overlooking yard, unfinished basement with good ceiling height and fireplace. Originally offered for $499,900, and now under contract. Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty represents the seller in this transaction.

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