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Located thirty four miles Northwest of the nation’s capital Washington DC, the city of Ashburn in Loudoun County, Virginia is also known as the Data Center Capital of the World. It is considered a major hub for Internet traffic and is home to many technology companies. George Washington University’s Virginia Science and Technology Campus and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Janelia Research Campus are both located in Ashburn. Whether you’re moving for family, school, or work, we hope that our guide of things to do in the Ashburn, VA area lends some helpful insight into the area!

Ashburn has many dining options for everyone! The Difference Baker, located at 20937 Ashburn Rd #130, Ashburn, VA 20147, focuses on quality and source of ingredients for all of their freshly baked goods and meals. If you have an allergy or aversion, they are likely to have something for you! They are a certified gluten, peanut, tree nut, soy, fish and crustacean free bakery, bistro and shared kitchen space. If you’re looking for fast casual options convenient near your households hopping, visit Ashburn Village Center! Along with a grocery store, there are restaurants, personal services, banking, and health care offices at the plaza.

If you are a resident of Ashburn Village, then you can apply for membership at The Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion (AVSP). With over 32,130 square feet of indoor space, the facility offers fitness, aquatics, tennis, youth programs, a full-size gymnasium, two raquetball courts, a steam room and a sauna. There are indoor and outdoor 25 meter pools and an outdoor wading pool. The community also has 8 man-made lakes and ponds that are home to various wildlife: ducks, geese, herons, bass, sun perch and carp. Canoes, kayaks and rowboats are allowed to be launched in the lake but no motorized water craft is allowed.

Planning your move to Ashburn, VA? Let the American Moving & Storage crew help! We manage the moves and storage needs of both homes and offices for our clients. For a free estimate for your future move, call us at 703-870-7975 or fill out our online quote form.

If you’re looking for a neighborhood with plenty of green space but still have the accessibility to residential communities, retail, and dining, Reston in Fairfax County, Virginia could be for you and your family! It was the state’s first planned residential community in the mid 1960s. Its development was heavily influenced by post World War II concepts of land usage and the residential and corporate growth in American suburbia.

Tightly knit groupings of homes called clusters were created in order to conserve the areas with woodland and recreation. Lake Anne Village Center was one of the first areas built and contained a public plaza and a mixed-use area. After the 1970s, the development project became self-sustaining and as more housing was available, more families moved in. Reston Town Center with dining, retail, offices and residences opened up in 1990. The Metro Silver line added the Wiehle-Reston East Station in 2014. In 2017, Money Magazine ranked Reston as the 29th Best Place to Live in America.

Curious what recreational activities are in Reston, VA for you and your family? A perfect remedy for the DMV area’s hot and humid summers is Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole located in Lake Fairfax Park. The park is themed from the Old West’s Gold Rush and has attractions suited for all ages. There’s slides, flumes, sprays, showers, floatables, and an interactive water playground. The activity pool is bordered by the Rattlesnake River, a 725 foot lazy river where you can enjoy a relaxing float.

Looking for an activity for a date night or a night out with friends? Lake Anne Brewery is a community-focused brewery next to the scenic Lake Anne. Enjoy a small-batch, hand-crafted beer out on their deck and patio while taking in the beautiful lake views. You can also grab a pretzel from Nordic-Knot next door to enjoy with your drink.

And of course, there is Reston Town Center to explore. There are scheduled community events hosted at the Town Center such as yoga, art & cultural festivals, farmers’ markets, fun runs, and more! Diverse dining options range from fast casual to date night with a variety of cuisines to choose from.

Still searching for movers for your transition to Reston, VA in the Virginia area? From local to remote moves, American Moving & Storage is ready to deliver our customers a smooth and seamless move to their new home or business. Contact us today at 703-870-7975 or fill out our moving quote form here.

In 1962, the town of Sterling in Virginia had a collection of large farms in the area that is now known today as Sterling Park. After the Dulles International Airport was established with its water and sewer lines, the areas around the airport began to see change and development. It was generally agreed on that Route 28 (Sully Road) would be free from development and remain an easy access way to the airport. This is why Sterling Boulevard was established as Sterling Park’s own throughway. Today, Sterling is home to many residential communities, businesses, and company headquarters. Are you or a family member looking into retirement communities in the Sterling, VA area? We’ve curated a list of some of the top senior living communities in the area that we hope will be helpful in your research before moving.

Located at 22355 Providence Village Drive Sterling, VA 20164, Sommerset Retirement Community is a full-service rental retirement community that welcomes active seniors from throughout Loudoun County and across the country. There is no long-term commitment, no entrance fee, and no buy-in expense. There’s free transportation to doctor’s appointments and shopping, along with a wellness center and fitness classes. In 2017, Sommerset won the Best of Senior Living Award From SeniorAdvisor.com.

Atria Sterling is an assisted living facility that caters to active older people who want to live in comfort without the stress of maintaining a home. The residents enjoy the chef-prepared meals and the organized community events. Walking club, art class, and park outings are examples of the great activity options available. The location is 46555 Harry Byrd Hwy, Sterling, VA 20164.

Are you a veteran looking for options tailored to your community? Falcons Landing Life Plan Community accepts retired officers or honorably discharged officers from all branches of service, and federal employees GS-14 and higher or equivalent, their spouses and surviving spouses. They are a not-for-profit senior living community and all funds go to the community and enhancing their quality of life for the residents. The American Moving & Storage team also helped move an 800 lb shuffleboard donated to Falcons Landing, which you can read about more here.

Whether you’re planning your move into a senior living facility, apartment or single family home in the Sterling, VA or Northern Virginia area, the American Moving & Storage team is ready to help! Call us at 703-870-7975 or fill out our moving quote form: https://www.americanmovingva.com/contact-us/

One of the first buildings constructed in Herndon, VA was the mill (in the 19th century) which was built in the intersection of what is now Elden and Locusts Street today. The railroad arrived in 1850 and the village was developed further. After establishing a post office at the new railroad depot in 1857, residents agreed on the name for the town to be Herndon – named after the brave Commander William Lewis Herndon who had gone down with his ship (the S.S Central America) to save his crew and the people on the ship.

During the Civil War, part of the town’s railroad was seized by the Union Army for travel but Herndon faced little damage although other parts of the track and bridges were destroyed. On St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 1863, Confederate Colonel John S. Mosby led the raid in Herndon to combat the 1st Vermont Calvary, who was posted at the Herndon Depot. While the railroad and the Herndon Depot was part of much of the town’s rich history, its last operation was on August 1968 – its last cargo being the sand needed for the concrete for the Washington Dulles International Airport.

The principal employers in Herndon are: Fannie Mae, Amazon Web Services, Navy Federal Credit Union, Booz Allen Hamilton, Peraton, Northwest Federal Credit Union, Serco, Town of Herndon, Boeing Corporation, and the Airline Pilots Association.

Did you know that every residential community within Herndon is within a mile or less of a park? There are also many annual community events. In May, there is: Friday Night Live! (free concerts May–August), Farmers’ Market (May–October), Towne Square Singers, Big Truck Days, Public Works Forest and Meadow Wildflower Walk. In June, the Herndon festival is held for four days and has a variety of attractions and entertainment for the family. The festival is hosted by the Town of Herndon Parks and Recreation Department with assistance from local civic organizations and businesses. In July, there are 4th of July celebrations with fireworks. In September, there’s the Labor Day Jazz Festival, Annual Motorcycle Poker Run (Fraternal Order of Police), Annual NatureFest Celebration, and the HerndonHalf Marathon, 12k, and 5k.

Are you moving to Herndon, VA or the nearby area soon? Let the American Moving & Storage team help make your move as efficient and seamless as possible! We’ve provided residents in Northern Virginia with exceptional moving and storage services for over 30 years. For a free estimate, call us at 703-870-7975 or visit our contact page here.

In western Fairfax County, Centreville in Virginia is located twenty miles from Washington DC. The area was previously known as Newgate (name taken from a nearby tavern) in the 1760s, and the area had London influences such as the small stream being called the River Thames. In 1792, local landowners petitioned for the development of Centreville – its name deriving from the fact that it was central to areas such as: Alexandria, Colchester, Dumfries, Middleburg, Georgetown, Warrenton and Leesburg. It used to be part of Loudoun County but became part of Fairfax County after the boundaries changed in 1798. There was a boom in population in the 1990s and 2000s, which led to its development with both residential and commercial use today.

The weather is warming up quickly and there’s no better activity for the family than the local, public park! Centreville is graced with green spaces provided by these parks: Cub Run Stream Valley Park, Flatlack Stream Valley Park, Virginia Chase County Park, Lanes Mill Park, and Centre Ridge North Park. You can enjoy the accessibility to nature trails, tot lots, creeks, streams, courts, fields, and more!

For dining and shopping options, Centreville has plenty to choose from. Centrewood Plaza on Germain Dr has a grocery, restaurants, coffee shop, dry cleaners, and salon. There are also other centers nearby – Centreville Square Shopping Center, Centreville Crest, and Pickwick Square – with even more options for food, shopping and recreation. Centre Ridge Marketplace just down Centreville Road has additional shopping, a gym, and a movie theater.

Looking for a golfing range to improve your game? Discover Twin Lakes Golf Course! It has tee times available for reservation, a clubhouse with a restaurant and pro shop, practice facilities, instructional courses, leagues, and junior golf. It is located in 6201 Union Mill Rd, Clifton, VA 20124 which is close to Centreville.

We hope that our guide to Centreville, VA has given you some insight into the area before your move. For your moving logistics and storage services, don’t hesitate to call American Moving & Storage at (703) 870-7975.

The city of Fairfax in Virginia received its name from Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, who was awarded the land (5 million acres) by King Charles. In the early 18th century, it was settled by farmers that came from the Virginia Tidewater region. The first land battle of the Civil War took place in Fairfax Court House in 1861. A second battle also ensued in 1863, where Union soldiers were overpowered. In 1859, Fairfax was renamed the “Town of Fairfax” and in 1961, it was incorporated as a city.

Fairfax has many sites that are officially on the National Register of Historic Places: Ratcliffe-Allison House (built 1812), Fairfax Public School (1873), Old Fairfax County Jail (1891), Old Fairfax County Courthouse (1800), City of Fairfax Historic District (1800), Blenheim (1855), and 29 Diner (1947). Are you and your family moving to Fairfax, VA soon or in the upcoming future? Check out our guide on neighborhoods in the Fairfax area!

Two miles south of George Mason University lies the community of Fairfax Club Estates, consisting of 272 homes. For residents, there is a common area with a swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis courts, a playground, and picnic area. The local public elementary school is Bonnie Brae Elementary and the middle/high school is James W. Robinson Secondary School.

In the heart of Fairfax County, the Fairfax Villa neighborhood has 460 homes with varied styles – from mid-century architecture to those that were built in the 1980s. The subdivision was developed with a harmonious theme in mind, with its curved roads mimicking that of a path through the woods. Residents love the calm atmosphere, the large wooded park nearby, the community pool, and the close proximity to Fairfax County public schools. The schools nearby are: Fairfax Villa Elementary School, Robert Frost Middle School, and W.T. Woodson High School.

Located on Fairfax Boulevard, the Foxtrot Colony Condominiums has 312 homes, swimming pools for adults and toddlers, basketball courts, tennis courts, 2 tot lots/playgrounds, community grills, picnic areas, and plenty of common areas for residents to use.

We hope that our guide to neighborhoods in Fairfax, VA gives you some insight into the community that you will be moving to! For your future move to Fairfax, VA or nearby, contact the American Moving & Storage team at 703-870-7975.