"The Virginia Dare" had the distinction of being the only home in the 1996 Parade of Homes that visitors simply couldn't miss catching a glimpse of. The Virginia Dare, with 3,300 sq. ft. of living space, features a curved, gravel-laid walkway that glides to the brick front steps. Elongated windows frame the eight raised panel front door which is the color of spiced rum. The aluminum siding has been stained brown and is textured to feel like a wooden surface. The home is trimmed with a warm, red brick facing,

The stairs in the entry way are supported by a designer Chippendale railing and lead to the second floor landing from which the great room and backyard can be easily viewed.

This home is accented with geometrically featured window trim that reaches high and coiling wrought iron chandeliers and light fixtures which hang low - a veritable symphony of contrasts. Several bathrooms in the home contain an interesting feature - decorative yet elegant privacy screens.

The studio above the three-car garage is immense. There are steps leading down to it from the second floor landing as well as steps leading from it that exit into the functional utility room. The possibilities with this room are endless and will be invaluable for 21st century family living.

The master suite is on the first floor , an L-shaped counter with a walk-in closet and antique-like light fixtures. The whirlpool is the attention grabber here. Two people can easily luxuriate in it while rushing water spouts from the spigots wide and curving, gleaming cover.

The open planned great room leads out to a fabulously designed deck with planter. The great room features a mirrored bar, a raised fireplace with built-in shelving making this room perfect for showing off your finest collectibles and portraits.