Gunnels Group - Your Fluvanna & Charlottesville Real Estate Team

Gunnels Group - Your Fluvanna & Charlottesville Real Estate Team Gunnels Group is a team of local neighborhood Realtors with Long & Foster. The Gunnels Group is your team of local neighborhood Realtors with Long & Foster.

We represent sellers and buyers on the sale of their residential properties in Virginia. We specialize in the following locations; Lake Monticello, Fluvanna County, Louisa County, Albemarle County and the City of Charlottesville.

TWICE AS NICE WATERFRONT OPEN HOUSE EVENT REMINDERJoin us on Saturday, June 20 from 12 PM – 2 PM for a special waterfron...
06/18/2026

TWICE AS NICE WATERFRONT OPEN HOUSE EVENT REMINDER

Join us on Saturday, June 20 from 12 PM – 2 PM for a special waterfront open house event featuring two incredible homes in Lake Monticello:

📍 27 Ashlawn Blvd
✨ Private dock
✨ Expansive decks
✨ Stunning lake views
✨ Over 3,000 sq ft

📍 21 Amethyst Rd
✨ 205 feet of waterfront
✨ Private dock
✨ Sauna & steam shower
✨ Over 4,400 sq ft

Whether you're searching for a lakefront retreat, a full-time residence, or simply want to experience some of the finest waterfront living Lake Monticello has to offer, this is your opportunity to tour two exceptional properties in one afternoon.

🗓 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 12 PM – 2 PM

Come explore the views, the lifestyle, and the possibilities. We look forward to seeing you there!

🌟 Agent Spotlight: John ForneckerMeet John Fornecker, a Gunnels Group agent who combines deep real estate expertise with...
06/17/2026

🌟 Agent Spotlight: John Fornecker

Meet John Fornecker, a Gunnels Group agent who combines deep real estate expertise with a passion for helping clients make smart, confident decisions. With more than 15 years of experience spanning capital markets, private equity, real estate investing, and residential sales, John brings a unique blend of strategy, insight, and hands-on experience to every transaction.

Why Clients Trust John

📈 Investment-minded perspective – helping clients identify opportunities and maximize value.

🏡 Real-world expertise – from renovations and rehab projects to new construction and residential sales, John understands the process from every angle.

🤝 Coach's mindset – known for educating, guiding, and empowering clients every step of the way.

Beyond Real Estate

When he's not helping clients navigate the market, John is a proud dad and dedicated youth sports coach. Whether leading a championship flag football team or helping a family find the right home, he brings the same energy, integrity, and commitment to helping others succeed.

At the end of the day, John believes real estate is about more than transactions – it's about creating opportunities and building a future with confidence.

🏡🏡 TWICE AS NICE WATERFRONT OPEN HOUSE EVENT!Why tour one waterfront home when you can tour two?Join us on Saturday, Jun...
06/15/2026

🏡🏡 TWICE AS NICE WATERFRONT OPEN HOUSE EVENT!

Why tour one waterfront home when you can tour two?

Join us on Saturday, June 20 from 12 PM – 2 PM for a special waterfront open house event featuring two incredible homes in Lake Monticello:

📍 27 Ashlawn Blvd
✨ Private dock
✨ Expansive decks
✨ Stunning lake views
✨ Over 3,000 sq ft

📍 21 Amethyst Rd
✨ 205 feet of waterfront
✨ Private dock
✨ Sauna & steam shower
✨ Over 4,400 sq ft

Whether you're searching for a lakefront retreat, a full-time residence, or simply want to experience some of the finest waterfront living Lake Monticello has to offer, this is your opportunity to tour two exceptional properties in one afternoon.

🗓 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 12 PM – 2 PM

Come explore the views, the lifestyle, and the possibilities. We look forward to seeing you there!

Your own private country retreat – and it comes with two homes. 🌳 Just listed at 14043 Jefferson Hwy, Bumpass, on 3+ bea...
06/12/2026

Your own private country retreat – and it comes with two homes. 🌳
Just listed at 14043 Jefferson Hwy, Bumpass, on 3+ beautiful acres in Louisa County.

The updated main residence is move-in ready, with a remodeled granite kitchen, renovated baths, a primary suite with walk-in closet, and a large deck with awning overlooking mature trees and fruit-bearing apple, peach, and plum trees. The rear cottage adds possibilities – guests, hobbies, or projects (sold as-is). And with Firefly fiber internet, you're connected even way out here.

06/12/2026

What actually adds value before you list your home? 🏡

It's one of the most common questions we get – and the honest answer is: it's not about doing more, it's about doing the right things.

✅ Repairs – handle what an inspector will flag. Buyers forgive cosmetic flaws; they negotiate hard on the functional ones.
✅ Curb appeal – it's the first photo buyers see and the first impression they form. Fresh mulch, trimmed beds, and a clean entry pay off.
✅ Paint – often the highest-return dollar you can spend. Neutral and fresh wins.
✅ Cleaning – a deep clean, declutter, and depersonalize is low-cost and shows up in every single photo.
✅ Staging – even a light touch helps buyers picture their life in the space instead of yours.

And just as important – what often isn't worth it: full kitchen or bath remodels, major landscaping, and luxury upgrades you won't recoup at sale. Sometimes the smartest move is to spend nothing at all and price it right.

Here's our promise: every home and every market is different, so before you lift a paintbrush, we'll walk your home with you and tell you the truth. That's the difference between a salesperson and a guide.

Thinking about selling this year? Send us a message and let's talk through your home, room by room.

Make Saturday a lake day. 🌅OPEN HOUSE | 1 Marina Pt Unit B1, Palmyra📅 Sat, June 13⏰ 12–2 PMCome see why this end-unit co...
06/11/2026

Make Saturday a lake day. 🌅

OPEN HOUSE | 1 Marina Pt Unit B1, Palmyra
📅 Sat, June 13
⏰ 12–2 PM

Come see why this end-unit condo gets talked about: water views from nearly every window, a floor-to-ceiling glass sunroom, a stone wood-burning fireplace, and two full suites – all low-maintenance and just 3 minutes from the main gate. Whether it's a full-time home, a weekend getaway, or an investment, this is lake living made easy.

No appointment needed. Just come look – see you Saturday! 👋

Just north of Charlottesville, the pace slows and the mountains take over. 🎈⛰️Greene County is for buyers who want room ...
06/11/2026

Just north of Charlottesville, the pace slows and the mountains take over. 🎈⛰️

Greene County is for buyers who want room to breathe – mountain views, rural roads, and a gateway to Shenandoah, Skyline Drive, and the Blue Ridge, all without going fully remote. Ruckersville keeps daily life convenient; Stanardsville brings the small-town traditions: the Black Bear Festival, the Clay Festival, Lights on Main Street.

It's not built around constant activity. It's built around quiet mornings, open views, and feeling close to nature – with Charlottesville and UVA still a drive away.
Because in Greene County, it's more than a floor plan. It's a life plan.

📍 Thinking about a move to Greene County? Let's find your fit – link below.

https://www.gunnelsgroup.com/right-moves/a-guide-to-central-virginia-greene-county-small-town-simplicity-with-mountain-access

It's National Donut Day – and around here, that's reason enough to take a Friday detour.Part of loving where you live is...
06/05/2026

It's National Donut Day – and around here, that's reason enough to take a Friday detour.

Part of loving where you live is knowing where the good stuff is, so here's our team's local lineup:
🍩 Sbrocco's Donuts and Espresso – donuts + espresso, the power pairing
🍩 The Donut Kitchen – the classics, done right
🍩 Belle Restaurant and Bakery – their sourdough donuts are unlike anything else in town
🍩 Moge Tee UVA & Mochi Donut – a chewy mochi twist on the classic

We talk a lot about lifestyle when we help clients find their place in Central Virginia – and let's be honest, a great local donut counts.

Tell us: which one's your favorite, and what do you order? We're taking notes (for research, obviously). 👇

UPDATED TIME - Sunday, June 7, 12 - 2 PMMake Sunday a lake day. 🔑 Open House – Sunday, June 7, 2 - 4 PM at 9 Morewood Pl...
06/05/2026

UPDATED TIME - Sunday, June 7, 12 - 2 PM

Make Sunday a lake day. 🔑
Open House – Sunday, June 7, 2 - 4 PM at 9 Morewood Pl, Palmyra, inside the gates at Lake Monticello and a short stroll from Beach 4.

Come walk the open kitchen and great room, find your spot by the gas fireplace, and picture summer evenings in the corner-lot backyard. Our own Julia Trader is hosting – ask her anything about lake life while you're there. That's the fun part.

No appointment needed. Just come look – see you Sunday! 👋

Just Listed | 9 Morewood Place, Lake MonticelloListing Agent: Julia Trader Just listed near Beach 4 at Lake Monticello 🏖...
06/04/2026

Just Listed | 9 Morewood Place, Lake Monticello
Listing Agent: Julia Trader

Just listed near Beach 4 at Lake Monticello 🏖️ – a 4-bedroom colonial at 9 Morewood Pl, Palmyra, on a sunny corner lot. Bay windows front and back, open kitchen and great room, gas fireplace, home office, and second-floor laundry right where the bedrooms are.

Lake Monticello living comes with it: 352 acres of water, five private beaches, golf, and a gated, small-town feel – 30 minutes from Charlottesville.

Want to see it in person? Message us and we'll set up a showing around your schedule.

Address

3661 Lake Monticello Road
Palmyra, VA
22963

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

Telephone

+14349608987

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