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SPLOST: Woodland Brook Drainage Project

Woodland Brook Road, a popular cut through, will undergo construction during six weeks this summer.

Woodland Brook Road, a popular Vinings cut through, will undergo construction during six weeks this summer.

Revised details of the “SPLOST” Woodland Brook Drainage Project were revealed on Monday evening by Cobb County’s District 2 Commissioner Bob Ott and Engineer Bryan Ricks at an informational meeting at the Vinings Library. The plan calls for the replacement of dual 48-inch pipes that run beneath Woodland Brook Drive to be replaced with a 25-foot by 6.5-foot bottomless arch culvert.

Woodland Brook will be closed four to six weeks this summer, with a goal to have the road open to traffic again before school begins August  13.  Construction is expected to begin shortly after Cobb County schools let out for summer on May 24.  The exact date of the closing is uncertain at this time due to recent changes in the contract specifications which will no longer require the road to be raised.

While Woodland Brook Road is closed, “Village Residents” can use Randall Farm Road as a detour route.  It is expected that Speed Humps on Randall Farm Road should prevent speeders along the residential street. Emergency response teams have been made aware of the pending road closure and have alternate plans to access the affected areas.

Signage providing detour direction around Vinings Village to neighboring communities will be strategically placed. It is hoped that as a by-product of the improvements, travelers who have used Woodland Brook Rd. as a pass-through to other destinations in the past, will find the detour routes more efficient for future travel.

Please refer to the VVHA Website for maps & updates.

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Home for sale in immaculate condition in the Teasley Elementary School district in Smyrna

New Haven Subdivision ~ 1912 New Haven Court  ~  Smyrna, GA 30080

Four bedrooms, three full and one half baths.

Offered at $359,900

Immaculate condition with hardwood floors throughout, even upstairs bedrooms. The interior has been completely redone, see pictures. This doesn’t look like a standard home as it has many custom features. Outside is a fenced yard with playset, enlarged patio with awning and sidewalk to front.

For information or to see this home for sale in Smyrna, please contact Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty at 404.931.3944.

1912 New Haven Court in Smyrna is in immaculate condition. Offered at $359,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty.

1912 New Haven Court in Smyrna is in immaculate condition. Offered at $359,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty.

The living room is airy and features dark hardwood floors.  Please click on the image for additional information and photos.

The living room is airy and features dark hardwood floors. Please click on the image for additional information and photos.

The open floor plan is inviting and convenient in this home for sale in Smyrna.

The open floor plan is inviting and convenient in this home for sale in Smyrna.

A flat, fenced in backyard is the perfect setting for outdoor play.

A flat, fenced in backyard is the perfect setting for outdoor play.

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Porches everywhere in this Smyrna home for sale in West Vinings Park

Home for sale in Smyrna/Vinings ~ 4207 Zermatt Drive ~ Smyrna, GA 30080
Offered at $550,000
by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty
Click here for more photos and information on this home for sale in West Vinings Place.

Light and Bright interiors with 10ft ceilings and all hardwoods on the main, porches everywhere! Four bedrooms, four full and one half baths!  You’ll never believe the enormous master suite with fabulous walk in closet. The three additional bedrooms each have their own bath.  Kitchen has stainless appliances, newest house in the neighborhood.  Extremely well maintained neighborhood plus walkable to restaurants and shops at One Ivy Walk.

This home located at 4207 Zermatt Drive in Smyrna is offered at $550,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click on the image for more information and additional photos.

This home located at 4207 Zermatt Drive in Smyrna is offered at $550,000 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty. Click on the image for more information and additional photos.

An open floor plan is a highlight of this home that has 10 foot ceilings and hardwoods on the main.

An open floor plan is a highlight of this home that has 10 foot ceilings and hardwoods on the main.

This kitchen is beautiful and open to the central areas of the house - a great home, and the newest one in the neighborhood.

This kitchen is beautiful and open to the central areas of the house – a great home, and the newest one in the neighborhood.

Parking for three cars and a nice outdoor space make this an ideal home for those who want to be close to Atlanta but enjoy Cobb County taxes!

Parking for three cars and a nice outdoor space make this an ideal home for those who want to be close to Atlanta but enjoy Cobb County taxes!

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Vinings Home Under Contract

It’s nice to see listings start to sell, sellers being happy to move on, and buyers getting a home they can cherish for years. Here’s a listing of mine coated at 3225 Laramie Drive in Vinings that is a pending sale, set to close mid-May.

The market is picking up – we’re seeing reducing numbers of homes for sale and more buyers coming out to see what’s on the market! Click here to search for homes for sale in metro Atlanta….and let me know how I can help you in your next real estate transaction.

Vinings home for sale at 3225 Laramie Drive, Atlanta. Offered at $549,000 and listed by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click on the image for more photos and information.

Vinings home with a pending sale, set to close in mid May. 3225 Laramie Drive, Atlanta. Offered at $499,000 and listed by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty.

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Vinings Village Home for Sale on Lemons Ridge Drive

This is a fabulous location in for this home for sale in Vinings Village, just off Paces Ferry on quiet cul de sac.

3170 Lemons Ridge Drive SE
Atlanta, GA 30339

Five bedrooms, three full and one half baths

Offered at $899,000

This home has been completely remodeled in the past couple of years!  New are the kitchen and baths, airy are the nine foot ceilings, and to die for is the screened in porch on the main level.  Professional gardens in the back of the home are splendid.

This lovely Vinings Village home for sale has been remodeled and has the most splendid location!  3170 Lemons Ridge Drive - click on the image for more information and additional photos. Offered by  Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty.

This lovely Vinings Village home for sale has been remodeled and has the most splendid location! 3170 Lemons Ridge Drive - click on the image for more information and additional photos. Offered by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty.

An elegant entryway into an elegant home with nine foot ceilings.

An elegant entryway into an elegant home with nine foot ceilings. Click on the image for more information and additional photos of this Vinings home for sale.

A new kitchen and remodeled bathrooms are delightful to the eye in 3170 Lemons Ridge Drive in Vinings.

A new kitchen and remodeled bathrooms are delightful to the eye in 3170 Lemons Ridge Drive in Vinings.

A master with a true sense of the meaning "retreat", including a large bay window overlooking a picturesque back yard garden.

A master with a true sense of the meaning "retreat", including a large bay window overlooking a picturesque back yard garden.

The rear elevation of 3170 Lemons Ridge Drive is every bit as appealing and elegant as the front of the home. Professional gardens are breathtaking in this idyllic setting in the heart of Vinings.

The rear elevation of 3170 Lemons Ridge Drive is every bit as appealing and elegant as the front of the home. Professional gardens are breathtaking in this idyllic setting in the heart of Vinings.

Full daylight basement with fireplace, bedroom and bath and large playroom with plenty of windows and door to backyard.

Walk to the many nearby restaurants and some of Atlanta’s best private schools.

For more information on this Vinings home for sale, please contact Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty – 404.931.3944 or tinahunsicker@hotmail.com.

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Vinings Historic Preservation Society Easter Egg Hunt 2012

Vinings Historic Preservation Society Easter Egg Hunt was held last Thursday and it was a beautiful day and fun was had by all. 

The Vinings Historic Preservation Society was beautifully decorated for the annual Easter Egg Hunt.

The Vinings Historic Preservation Society was beautifully decorated for the annual Easter Egg Hunt.

The party started with Atlanta’s famous story teller Betty Ann Wylie who captivated the children with her Easter stories.  We got there early by mistake, so my son had a chance to chat with Aunt Betty Bunny before the event.

A special interlude with Betty Ann Wylie, Atlanta storyteller turned Easter Bunny and my son.

A special interlude with Betty Ann Wylie, Atlanta storyteller turned Easter Bunny and my son.

Everyone lining up to enter for story time with Betty Ann Wylie....AKA Easter Bunny!

Everyone lining up to enter for story time with Betty Ann Wylie....AKA Aunt Betty Bunny!

Story telling time - very exciting and also a great lead in to the Easter Egg Hunt.

Story telling time - very exciting and also a great lead in to the Easter Egg Hunt.

The hunt came next and after they were done they had treats of cookies and juice or water.

On the hunt for Easter Eggs!

On the hunt for Easter Eggs!

Oh wow, I just looked back at the photos and the one with Chase and Aunt Betty Bunny is a skyline picture with the Overlook building in the back ground. I think this is one of the things that makes Vinings so special, we are a gem in the middle of a big city.

This event has become so popular that it’s only open to members and people actually joined so their child wouldn’t have to sit on the waiting list.  It’s inexpensive to join and you’ll be on the mailing list for all events, childrens and adults alike.   Click here to find out more about joining the Vinings Historic Preservation Society.

Wow! My son was featured in the Northside Neighbor’s coverage of the event! Click here to see some additional photos in the Northside Neighbor of the Vinings Historic Preservation Society’s Easter Egg Hunt.

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Vinings home for sale that shows like it’s brand new

Take the sidewalks all the way to Vinings Village or to the Lovett School from this home for sale in Vinings.

3849 Brandy Station Court  -  Atlanta, GA 30339

Offered at $1,599,900

Linda McArthur designed and rebuilt this home in 2007.  One must see this home to truly appreciate the quality and details including antique doors and large moldings.

The master is on the main, and all rooms are large. Three bedrooms upstairs are en suite and there’s a separate playroom on that level as well.

Perfect for location for those with children attending Lovett, Westminster and Pace Schools.

Five bedrooms, five full and one half baths. 

Please contact Tina Hunsicker at 404.931.3944 for more information, or click here to see more photos of 3849 Brandy Station Court.

This Vinings home for sale was renovated from tip to toe in 2007 and is just gorgeous.  Offered at $1,599,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty

This Vinings home for sale was renovated from tip to toe in 2007 and is just gorgeous. Offered at $1,599,900 by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. Click on the image for more photos and information.

This beautiful curved staircase in the foyer sets the tone for elegance throughout this Vinings masterpiece.

This beautiful curved staircase in the foyer sets an elegant tone found throughout this Vinings masterpiece.

Soaring ceilings bearing significant light fixtures combine beautifully with lots of natural light in this large living room.

Soaring ceilings bearing significant light fixtures combine beautifully with lots of natural light in this large living room.

An open space and room for everyone in this chef's kitchen.

An open space and room for everyone in this chef's kitchen.

A proper owner's retreat complete with a luxurious bath in this Vinings home for sale.

A proper owner's retreat complete with a luxurious bath in this Vinings home for sale.

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Vinings home for sale on Valley Creek Drive

Just like new, built in 2002 and very lightly lived in, this home has 10 foot ceilings on the main level and a full professional kitchen open to the family and keeping rooms.

Large formal living and dining rooms grace the front of the home. The back of the house features double covered porches to sit and enjoy the privacy this wooded lot provides on the end of a cul de sac.

4181 Valley Creek Drive - Atlanta, GA 30339

Click here to see more photos and information of this Vinings home for sale

Five bedrooms, four full baths, one half bath

Offered at $1,399,900.

A welcoming, light filled entry in this Vinings home for sale, offered at $1,399,900 and listed by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty.

A welcoming, light filled entry in this Vinings home for sale, offered at $1,399,900 and listed by Tina Hunsicker of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty.

A stately presence on an important street in the 30339 zip code - and a home ready to live in.

A stately presence on an important street in the 30339 zip code - and a home ready to live in.

Lovely coffered ceilings grace the living room in this home with a thoughtful, modern floorplan.

Lovely coffered ceilings grace the living room in this home with a thoughtful, modern floorplan.

The kitchen is at the heart of this home, and is fully updated with professional appliances.

The kitchen is at the heart of this home, and is fully updated with professional appliances.

A master closet to die for!  The organization is in place and ready for all your clothes, shoes and accessories!

A huge master closet to die for! The organization is in place and ready for all your clothes, shoes and accessories!

Crisp and clean is how you'll feel throughout this home for sale in Vinings, especially in the enormous master bathroom.

Crisp and clean is how you'll feel throughout this home for sale in Vinings, especially in the enormous master bathroom.

Homes with practical side entries are wonderful to find - this is a great mud room with organizing bins and cheery greeting for the members of the household.

Homes with practical side entries are wonderful to find - this is a great mud room with organizing bins and cheery greeting for the members of the household.

For more information on this home for sale in Vinings, please contact:

Tina Hunsicker
Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty
404.931.3944
tinahunsicker@hotmail.com

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Restaurant Review: Maggiano’s at Cumberland Mall

For Valentine’s Day my sweetheart wanted to go to Maggiano’s at Cumberland Mall. I usually enjoy going to this restaurant as it seems like a great value, it is kid friendly and is so close to our home in Vinings.

When we went to make reservations the only time available was 5:00 and we booked via opentable.com (always quick and easy).  That’s OK as my date gets his bath around 7:00 and is usually in bed by 8:00pm. Also, they sent me a $10 coupon for my next visit which is nice.

The children’s menu is varied and is only $4.95 including their ice cream. We always end up taking the leftovers home for a second meal there is so much food.

As far as the quality I’ve seen a degradation since the last time we were there:

  • I remember them using fresh grated parmesan at the table before and now you have to request it and its in a shaker – ugh, can’t eat that type.
  • Also, they used to have the balsamic vinegar at the table for your bread and that had to be requested as well.
  • Additionally I believe the quality of that has been reduced or my taste buds are becoming more discriminating.

I had the chicken piccata which was good with a side of angel hair pasta and Chase had the penne alfredo with the fake parmesan cheese.

It was packed and service was mediocre—perhaps a fluke because it was Valentine’s Day?? My recommendation is that Maggiano’s is good for “family friendly” meals, but not the type of Italian I’d be craving regularly.

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Vinings (30339) real estate market update: February 2012

Interesting data again about what we’re seeing in the Vinings real estate market – the area of Atlanta in zip code 30339.

Inventory is decreasing, but it appears the demand for homes in Vinings is towards the lower end and the inventory is towards the higher end.

Based on what is under contract currently we may see this trend change in the next month but at least we’re seeing a continued decrease in inventory.

Click here to see what homes are for sale in Vinings, 30339.

Number of Homes For Sale vs. Sold (Nov. 2010 – Jan. 2012)

Vinings, Georgia – Zip Code 30339

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Average Price per SQFT (Nov. 2010 – Jan. 2012)

Vinings, Georgia – Zip Code 30339

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Average Price of For Sale and Sold (Nov. 2010 – Jan. 2012)

Vinings, Georgia – Zip Code 30339

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Months of Inventory Based on Closed Sales (Nov. 2010 – Jan. 2012)

Vinings, Georgia – Zip Code 30339

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