about Mantua Hills
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A Fairfax, Virginia Community
Mantua Hills is the peaceful and highly sought-after neighborhood you’ve been searching for. This neighborhood looks like the homes grew out of the ground along with the gorgeous surrounding trees and woodlands, making for a beautiful balance between nature and neighbor. Being surrounded by all these trees, you may forget that Mantua Woods is still just 5 miles from Old Town Fairfax and 15 miles from Washington DC. This is truly a hidden forest getaway in the middle of busy city life.
On top of the beautiful scenery within Mantua Woods, 2 blocks away is Sally Ormsby Park. Here you will have access to miles of paved walking and biking trails, open fields for sports, as well as basketball courts and a playground. You can also use Sally Ormsby Park, via its connecting trails, to Eakin Community Park to the East and Mantua Park to the west. With all these miles and acres of these beautiful parks, you are likely to see something new and exciting every single day.
All around Mantua Woods are amenities close by, to help make life easier, while still having the feeling of a nature escape. Groceries and goods are available at Safeway and Trader Joe’s, which are both less than 3 miles away, and the Home Depot is 1.5 miles away to help with any home projects and gardening needs. For anyone looking to further their education, Northern Virginia Community College is a quick 10 minute drive away, making the option of a college classes and education a little easier and closer to home.
What do locals love?
Locals in Mantua Hills are fortunate to have it all from beautiful parks and trails to nearby lakes and rivers and of course, we mustn't forget their delicious restaurants and excellent shopping options. Around Mantua Woods are multiple areas where you can spend your free time and have fun. Less than 5 miles away is the Oak Marr Rec Center with activities for the whole family to enjoy. Army Navy Country club is 2 miles away, which is perfect for the golf lover in your life or someone who just wants to get started in the sport. And a block away from the country club is the Fairfax Ice Arena. For those looking for shopping or new and exciting restaurants, check out Mosaic District for high end shopping and unique restaurants like Urban Hot Pot and Jinya Ramen Bar. For adults, there is a local craft brewing at Caboose Brewing Company, and the MacMillan Whisky Room for the whiskey enthusiast.
Amenities
- Community Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Playgrounds
- Seasonal Community Events and active Facebook Community
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