I love Williamsburg because
I feel like I live in Mayberry!
Neighborhood
Windsor Forest
Favorite Restaurant
Too many to list ! Ask me
Superpower
being the oracle of all things Williamsburg
Years in real estate
14
Biggest motivator
my family
When Chan Mielke and her late husband Lloyd Mielke decided to retire in 2000, they knew they wanted to settle down in Williamsburg, Va., but they weren’t sure which neighborhood. Armed with pen and paper, Chan took down notes as she and Lloyd drove through 42 different neighborhoods. She noted what she liked and didn’t […]
Located within an easy commute from major urban centers, the Northern Neck is about two hours south of Washington, D.C., one and one-half hours east of Richmond, and an hour north of Williambsurg. The Northern neck has often been referred to as “Virginia’s undiscovered gem.” it’s the northernmost of three peninsulas (traditionally called “necks” in […]
February’s numbers show the strongest purchase market since 2006. There are many theories going around right now as to why home prices are currently increasing. However, the simple explanation behind rising home prices is the lack of “For Sale” signs in front yards. This can be explained by the theory of supply and demand. When […]
The uncertainty of an unbalanced market can cause stress for home buyers and sellers — especially those attempting to navigate the market alone. But that is exactly the position many Hampton Roads consumers find themselves in. According to REIN, our area MLS, the market has seen a continued decline in listing activity, with a 49.21% […]
Three decades in Ford’s Colony 2202 Eaglescliffe is a luxury condo in the sought-after gated community of Ford’s Colony. The condo was home to a single couple, the late Lottie and Henry Glista. The Glista’s purchased the condo at 2202 Eaglescliffe six years ago, but have lived in Ford’s Colony for three decades. Originally from […]
February 2, 2021 I just sold a home to clients in New Kent. Found this wonderful note from the sellers on the kitchen counter and thought I would share. Congratulations on buying this beautiful home. This home comes with a wonderful history. So, if you believe in good ‘juju” this home should have it! Our […]
Owner of Amber Ox, Precarious Beer Project is cooking up something new in Williamsburg Residents and visitors of Williamsburg have something new to look forward to in 2021: an artisan bakery unlike anything this town has seen before. The Bake Shop, located in the Triangle Building, will be owned and operated by Andrew Voss, co-owner of Amber Ox […]
MONTHS’ SUPPLY OF INVENTORY VS. ABSORPTION RATE 2020 turned our lives upside down, altered real estate trends, and resulted in a sellers’ market that will be hard to forget. The last time REIN recorded inventory numbers this low was back in 2004! The phrases ‘Months’ Supply of Inventory’ and ‘Absorption Rate’ are sometimes used interchangeably, but […]
The following post is from our friends at Caring Transitions. The hardest part of preparing for what’s best for Mom or Dad is determining the right time to create a plan for aging-in-place or relocating. Whether your conversation with your parents is virtual or in-person, it’s essential to create a plan to clear the clutter […]
Every home has a story John Womeldorf knows that every home has a story. As an experienced realtor with a deep love for Williamsburg, John looks beyond the basic features of the homes he sells. In his “Every Home Has A Story” series, John introduces potential buyers to the aspects of a home that they […]