The Frilly Lilly is Coming to Founders Pointe!If you're planning to attend the PHBA Parade of Homes event at Founders Pointe (which runs Oct. 1 - 16th), be prepared to experience more than a luxury home show with spectacular home furnishings and the latest in design ideas & technology. The PHBA and East West Communities have joined together to help make this year's home show an experience like none other! There will be super hero characters walking the street on the opening Family Fun weekend, there'll be a wine tasting, restaurant tasting, Live entertainment on select days, and many other surprises. You'll also have a chance to do some gift shopping at House #4, the STONECREST model by Saybrook Homes!    The Frilly Lilly will be a featured retail shop in the Saybrook Homes' second floo... 09/26/2016

It's time to get to work! East West Partners and the Peninsula Housing Builders Association held a groundbreaking ceremony at the site for the 2016 PARADE of HOMES on the new Richmond Way cul-de-sac in the Founders Pointe community in Isle of Wight County, VA. Eight new designer models will be built on this lakefront court which overlooks the park-like setting where the Founders Pointe Residents' Club and pool complex is located.Founders Pointe is a waterfront community of 319 homesites and is located in Isle of Wight County near the historic town of Smithfield, Virginia, and is conveniently located just 10 minutes to the Peninsula, and ten minutes from the I-664/Harbour View area of Suffolk.The Parade of Homes special event will open on October 1st and run through October 16th, running... 05/05/2016

Enjoy Living in This Waterfront Community, Nicely Removed From the City Yet Convenient to All of Tidewater. This Timeless Traditional Located at 11065 Park Place, Gatling Pointe South Features Many Luxury Appointments in a Lovely Setting on .4 acre in Smithfield, Virginia. 11065 Park Place, Gatling Pointe South was marketed by East West Realty- now SOLD Large Master Suite features hardwood floors, a luxurious master bath, ceramic tile shower & floor, double vanity, and soaking tub. French doors lead to the bathroom. Classic design, large front porch with aluminum railing, concrete floor, & front porch swing Detailed interior trim, beautiful Hardwood floors cover the Foyer, Kitchen, & Dining Room Two piece crown molding, chair railing & wainscoting in DR, resurfaced Kitchen cabinets Kitc... 04/21/2016

The Spring selling season came a couple of months early this year in Founders Pointe, a waterfront community of custom homes in Isle of Wight County, near Smithfield. So far, East West Partners reports 12 new home sales in the first three months of 2016, and we still have one more week left in March.Sasser Construction has sold five of the 12 homes, and he isn't surprised to see the surge in sales. Named the Southern Living Builder of the Year in 2010, Sasser builds in a lot of the custom home communities in the area."Founders Pointe has been one of the best kept secrets in Tidewater, the community is surprisingly convenient and my homebuyers love the resort feel of the clubhouse, pool, and the walking trails", says Eric Sasser. "Several chose to move here because of the school system."... 03/22/2016

          Ever wanted to build your Dream Home in a 'Parade of Homes' or a 'Homearama' home show extravaganza? This is your chance! The Peninsula Housing and Builders Association has announced its selection for the 2016 Fall Parade of Homes event- Founders Pointe, a waterfront community of custom homes located in Isle of Wight County, near the historic town of Smithfield.The Builders' Lot Draw will be held at the Founders Pointe Residents' Club on Wednesday, March 2nd at 2 pm. Participating homebuilders will select one of the eleven lots on the new Richmond Way cul-de-sac which backs up to the lake and adjacent to the community nature trail which leads residents Batten Bay and the community pier. Several builders already have homebuyers who will be able to customize the home plan and be... 02/23/2016

5 REASONS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FALL 2016 PENINSULA HOUSING & BUILDERS ASSOCIATION PARADE OF HOMES EVENT1. Timing- Most economists are predicting 2016 to be the best year for the home building industry in over 8 years. The new home inventory is at an all-time low, interest rates are still at historic lows, and the pent up demand is hungry to make that move into their dream home. It's been several years since there's been a Parade of Homes or a single-site Homearama event, and East West Communities has a track record of hosting record setting home shows. (East West set Parade of Homes' attendance records at the Gatling Pointe South show with over 55,000 visitors, and hosted three Homearama events at Founders Pointe in 2010, and at The Riverfront in 2001 & 2011).2. Opportunity- The Parade... 02/09/2016

Can't find the perfect home on the water at the right price? Rediscover a small town atmosphere and enjoy the best kept secret in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia- the Gatling Pointe Yacht Club. Here, families can swim, sail, fish, play tennis, enjoy a great meal with friends, or just sit back, relax and enjoy the view across the James River.For just $90 a month, families can take advantage of all of the fun amenities found at the Gatling Pointe Yacht Club. There is also the ability to become a marina member and keep your boat in one of the deep water floating dock boat slips. The monthly dues for a boat slip includes the regular $90 family membership for clubhouse access, pool membership, and maintenance and use of the pier, playground, two tennis courts, volleyball court, and abilit... 01/22/2016

Founders Pointe Homeowners Have Excellent School Options in Isle of Wight County Not only do residents in Founders Pointe get to enjoy the benefits of living in a waterfront community featuring resort style amenities, but they get to enjoy the benefits of the much improved Isle of Wight County Schools. Recent reports show that Isle of Wight County schools are among the area's best and ranked # 1 on the southside of Hampton Roads.( schooldigger.com). Carrollton Elementary School Education: Options and Excellence for Every Learner The Isle of Wight County Schools system currently ranks highest among public schools in South Hampton Roads, according to www.schooldigger.com. IWCS’s mission to foster “high levels of student achievement” is backed by educational programs designed to prepare st... 01/07/2016

  First-Class Fun, a Differential Advantage Back in 1973, when the visionary founders of East West Communities blazed the trail for resort-style residential neighborhood design, they’d challenged the status quo: Why not build first-class vacation-type amenities, such as luxurious pools, water parks, golf courses, club houses, waterfront amphitheaters and nature trails, to enrich the everyday experience for individuals and growing families right at home? Why not provide opportunities for neighbors to build relationships through a diverse array of shared interests ranging from peaceful reflection to sports and physical activity to playtime and celebratory parties throughout the year?  What a concept. But the inanimate settings were just the start. It’s the people — residents and staff ali... 01/06/2016

Close, Quiet, a Million Abstract Miles Away Escaping the city for a more peaceful setting on the outskirts of commotion may sound like a fantasy. But the dreamers who’ve done it are basking in the reality that a relaxed lifestyle amid well-preserved natural settings and resort-style amenities doesn’t require a road trip or vacation time. Nor would it necessarily stretch the daily commute. In fact Founders Pointe residents cherish their central, yet more “private,” location, tucked off Route 17 and Sugar Hill Rd. in eastern Isle of Wight County. They remain within close proximity to major highways, bridges, waterways and business, military and entertainment destinations. Many say it’s an “easy” commute to anywhere within Hampton Roads, as Founders Pointe sits conveniently: Only three mil... 12/15/2015

Relocating to the Hampton Roads area of Virginia? Check out our Furnished Model Homes This Weekend in Founders Pointe! Located just 10 minutes to historic Smithfield, andonly 10 minutes to I-664 (Harbour View) and the Peninsula. Discover Quality Custom Homes and Resort Style Amenites in this Award Winning Waterfront Community.Founders Pointe is located on Batten Bay, along the shores of the James River. Residents enjoy three miles of trails and walkways, including a community pier which offers panoramic views and access to the water. The Founders Pointe Residents' Club also offers a resort style swimming pool with a 112' water slide, a Craftsman style clubhouse, volleyball court, and a children's playground.Tour three furnished models and 8 different homeplans available for sale from $4... 08/28/2015

Isle of Wight County and Smithfield Makes Another Top 10 List for Best Places to Live in VirginiaRelocating to the Hampton Roads Area of Virginia? Looking for the perfect place to raise a family, retire, or just want to enjoy a high quality of life? Isle of Wight County and the Smithfield area has been recognized again as one of the best places to live in Virginia. Ranked as one of the top 10 best places to live, you can read the entire article online - Here are the Safest and Most Peaceful Places to Live in Virginia"Only in Your State" researched results from three safety reports, all using the latest FBI Crime Report data, to determine the top-ranking "Safest Places to Live in Virginia.""Movoto, Niche, and Safewise provide safety scores for cities and towns ranging from 3,000 to 100,0... 08/11/2015

LOCATION- In addition to enjoying a resort lifestyle in a peaceful, natural setting on the water, Founders Pointe residents benefit from the community's central location between the Peninsula and Southside Hampton Roads. Nicely removed from the city, Founders Pointe is centrally located along the shores of the James River and Batten Bay, in the Carrollton area of Isle of Wight County, Virginia- just 10 minutes from the historic town of Smithfield, Virginia. Founders Pointe is an easy commute to anywhere in Hampton Roads. (Just 15 minutes to Newport News and 25 minutes to Downtown Norfolk)Founders Pointe is located just 3.5 miles to the James River Bridge, and is only 10 minutes to I-664/ Harbour View. Nealry 200 families hvae chosen to move to this waterfront community since our Grand O... 08/07/2015

Discover the Best in Waterfront Living at Gatling Pointe, a custom home community located adjacent to Smithfield, Virginia where the James and Pagan Rivers meet. This 5 bedroom Traditional home (20075 Gatling Pointe Parkway South), currently listed for sale with East West Realty for $359,900, offers many quality custom features and plenty of room for the family.  •Enjoy living in this Timeless Traditional located on a beautifully wooded homesite in Gatling Pointe South – an award winning waterfront community adjacent to historic Smithfield.•Originally custom built by Brian Rowe Custom Builder, you’ll discover superior quality finishes, detailed interior trim, custom cabinetry, 1st floor bedroom, & a spacoius backyard.•Beautiful Hardwood floors cover the Living Room/Study, Dining Room, F... 07/30/2015

Can't find the right home for your buyer? Are you tired of running all over town trying to find a home that exceeds your client's wants and needs? Look no further, and COME HOME TO FOUNDERS POINTE!Janine DeMello with Berkshire Hathaway receives her gift basket for her recent new home sale in Founders PointeOn a recent survey to over 1,700 REALTORS® in Hampton Roads, we found out some of the reasons why nearly 200 families chose to buy a new home in Founders Pointe. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive from the agents who responded and it reinforced some of the recent trends happening in the Carrollton area of Isle of Wight County, a growth area located just ten minutes from historic Smithfield.Some of the comments regarding our Convenient LOCATION and EXCELLENT SCHOOLS: “Love it!  I... 07/28/2015

Rediscover a small town atmosphere in this waterfront community adjacent to historic Smithfield, Virginia. Enjoy living in Gatling Pointe South, which features a neighborhood yacht club & marina, and beautiful custom homes. East West Realty has just listed 20075 Gatling Pointe Parkway South for $359,900. This timeless Traditional features 5 bedrooms, 3 baths home & square feet of living area.Gatling Pointe is a waterfront community of approximately 500 homes developed by East West Communities, located where the James and Pagan Rivers meet in Smithfield, Virginia. Discover the best in waterfront living at the Galting Pointe which features a restaurant, marina, a riverfront swimming pool, tennis & volleyball courts, playgrounds, bike trails, and a Central Park recreation area.Three times ... 07/18/2015

Discover the Best in Waterfront Living at Gatling Pointe South   At Gatling Pointe, you can cruise the river from our private marina and bring home your catch-of-the-day. Take a refreshing dip in our riverside pool or just relax among friends at our clubhouse. Enjoy a great meal at the yacht club restaurant or sit back and enjoy the view across the James River. Most Gatling Pointe homesites are wooded and surrounded by water, offering privacy in a protected environment with breathtaking views. Situated where the James and Pagan Rivers meet, the Gatling Pointe Yacht Club is the perfect meeting place for friends and family. 20208 Harbour Ridge, in Gatling Pointe South, is a timeless Tradtional style home featuring 5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, newly renovated master bathroom, granite Kitchen c... 03/03/2015

There's plenty of GOOD NEWS to share about the schools that children living in Gatling Pointe, Founders Pointe, and Eagle Harbor attend (Isle of Wight County). We've compiled some recent statistics and rankings about the county school system and we recently interviewed the School Superintendent. "Isle of Wight County has some of the best instructors that Hampton Roads has to offer....they have helped take our ranking from 41st out of 100+ school systems in the State in 2011 to 16th this past fall."  Dr. Katrise Perera   Isle of Wight County Schools are ranked first in South Hampton Roads by schooldigger.com and third among school districts in the Tidewater area.  Isle of Wight County’s mission to provide rigorous, academic programs in a safe school environment that fosters high levels o... 03/03/2015

East West Realty Sells Gatling PointeThinking about relocating in 2017? Allow East West Realty to help with your real estate needs in the Gatling Pointe community in Smithfield, Virginia. I've listed a few reasons below why East West Realty is the neighborhood expert for selling homes in this award winning community, developed by East West Communities.  East West Realty is a member of both REALTOR® Associations (Virginia Peninsula Association of Realtors & the Hampton Roads Association of Realtors) and will input your home into the area’s Multiple Listing Service, REIN  (Real Estate Information Network), which covers the entire Hampton Roads area. East West Realty is also the only realty firm that maintains a website to promote the Gatling Pointe community- www.gatlingpointe.comEast Wes... 03/02/2015

Coastal Victorian Cottage Offers Luxury and Value in Founders Pointe Welcome to 87 Alexandria Way, Carrollton, VA, a new home built by Sasser Construction. Currently listed for sale for $449,900 with East West Realty in the Founders Pointe waterfront community near the town of Smithfield. Located just 10 minutes to the Peninsual, 10 minutes to the Harbour View area of Suffolk, and 25 minutes from Downtown Norfolk. This Coastal Victorian style home features a large center island, granite counter tops, extra custom cabinetry with wine frig, built-in bookshelves in Family Room, & large covered back porch. Other special features include a mud room/drop zone located off of the kitchen.  Discover a large master suite with two walk-in closets, a luxurious bath, a second floor pocket office, an... 02/20/2015