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The Ponds at Lexington
Beautiful Mountain Views and History Abound

Located minutes from historic Lexington, Virginia, sits The Ponds, a new community  of fine homes with its own ties to a bygone era. Greeting visitors at the end of a winding country road as they enter The Ponds just four miles northeast of Lexington in Rockbridge County sits the recently remodeled 19th century farmstead home of William T. Womeldorf. The property was originally part of a colonial land grant of 700 acres made by Virginia Governor William Gooch in 1739. The “Borden Grant” as it was called, included a portion of farmland that would pass through only three other families – the Davidsons, Shaners and Womeldorfs – before becoming available for sale in 1995. As The Ponds has been developed in recent years, careful attention has been paid to preserving the natural beauty of the landscape, particularly the mountain views. The results are stunning: a panoramic view from the gentle hills of The Ponds yields a view westward that is virtually unchanged over the centuries. Homeowners today can enjoy the same natural beauty of the surrounding area that was available to the colonial settlers almost 270 years ago.

Although Westhills normally develops its own communities, after visiting The Ponds at Lexington in 2006 it was decided that the community was a perfect complement to the upscale homes designed and built by Westhills. Community amenities include a clubhouse, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor pools and – appropriately – four tranquil ponds. But it is the mountain views, especially those looking west, that capture the heart and imagination.

Homes Designed with Mountain Views in Mind

The three lots Westhills has selected in The Ponds each provide a spectacular 270-degree view of the gorgeous mountain vistas. The floor plans have been carefully designed to make the most of the scenic mountain, including views of the surrounding countryside and ponds.

Easily Accessible

The intersection of Interstates 64 West and 81 just minutes away from The Ponds makes accessibility easy, whether traveling north (Staunton, Harrisonburg, Winchester), south (Roanoke, Blacksburg) or west (West Virginia). See directions below.

Historic Lexington, Virginia

Lexington, Virginia, is situated at the crossroads of both travel and history. A picturesque Virginia town that dates to the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Lexington today is a unique blend of academia, history and the arts. Lexington’s entire downtown is listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places. As the Rockbridge County seat, Lexington has long been the center of commerce and social activity for the area. The architecture in this historic town has been carefully preserved and includes over 40 retail shops and many restaurants. Shoppers can find a variety of Virginia-made gifts, fine art, clothing, shoes and more. A night out dining with friends is a night of good food, fun and excellent service.

Lexington is also home to two of the most beautiful universities in America. Virginia Military Institute (VMI), chartered in 1839, is one of the oldest military academies in the U.S. and was once home to an obscure young college professor, Thomas J. Jackson. Soon after the outbreak of the War Between the States, Jackson would rise to become General “Stonewall” Jackson, one of the Confederacy’s most famous military commanders. Washington and Lee University (W&L), one of the most respected universities in America, is situated immediately adjacent to VMI. Originally named in honor of George Washington, the university added the name of Robert E. Lee a century after its founding in honor of one of Virginia’s favorite sons and one-time president of W&L. When Lee accepted the position of president of what was then known as Washington College in 1865, he did so with a vision for a college that would both serve the South and restore unity to his divided country. Lee died at W&L in 1870 and is buried in Lee Chapel on the University’s campus.

Other area attractions include the Stonewall Jackson Home & Memorial, the Lee Chapel and Museum, The George C. Marshall Museum and the Museum of Military Memorabilia. For the more adventurous, there are hiking trails along the Maury River (a five-minute walk from The Ponds), bike and motorcycle touring, horseback riding and the nationally known Virginia Horse Center that hosts attractions throughout the year.

For a complete list of Lexington attractions and activities, visit www.lexingtonvirginia.com

The Ponds Amenities

• Clubhouse
• Tennis Courts
• Indoor & Outdoor Pools
• Four ponds
• Walking and Jogging Trails
• Combination of Townhome Lots and Single Family Homes
• Contained Community: No Through Traffic
• Public Roads and Underground Utilities
• Public Schools include Mountain View Elementary,
  Maury River Middle School and Rockbridge High School

Directions to The Ponds at Lexington

From I-64 W towards Lexington, take the first exit (Route 11)
Left on Route 11 South. Take Left on VA 631
(Old Buena Vista Road). Turn Left at the entrance to
The Ponds and then Right on Lilly Belle Lane.