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New year, new openings ✨ Reston Town Center is adding even more variety to the mix, think new dining, drinks, sweet treats, and everyday services on the way. Here are the spots we’re most excited about (swipe for the lineup 👀), and we’ll keep sharing updates as opening dates roll in.
Coming soon to Reston Town Center…
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Snowstorm weekend is almost here ❄️⛄️ If we get the snow they’re calling for, it’s time to dust off the sleds and make a plan. Swipe for some of the best sledding hills in Reston + Herndon, from long, thrilling runs to quick, steep hills that are perfect for a few fast laps. 🛷
Save this for the storm, tag your sled cr…
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Comment “Vantage” and I’ll DM you the details and add you to my VIP list. 🏡
Today I’m standing on North Shore Drive at the future site of Vantage Hill, one of Reston’s newest townhome clusters, tucked between the Vantage Hill condos, Coleson Cluster, and Mediterranean Villa Cluster. Right now it’s cleared land with a …
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Big Reston news: RTC Next is officially 100% leased — that’s about 1.1M sq ft across two brand-new office towers at Reston Town Center. Some of the biggest names helping fill the buildings include Fannie Mae and Volkswagen Group of America, along with a lineup of additional tenants. And in a moment where office vacancy…
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Just for fun, we went through all of our videos over the past year and let’s just say we’re feeling pretty darn grateful that you’ve responded so positively to what we’re doing showcasing the best of Reston and Herndon!
We thought we’d roundup some of our favorite videos in case you joined the party later, so you can …
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Reston… it’s time 😍 Restaurant Week runs Jan 19–25.
Bring a friend, bring your appetite, and start checking off these menus. From burger nights to steakhouse splurges, it’s the perfect excuse to try somewhere new (or revisit a favorite).
Drop your must-try in the comments 👇🍴
Want more local openings + events? Comment …
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I'm thrilled to be featured in The Reston Letter, our local community newspaper. I love that they share all the fun things, business, and people. I always enjoy reading the articles for inspiration and what's happening in and about Reston.
Huge shout-out to @author_sarah_hickner for writing the article and sharing our…
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Comment “downtown” for photos, price, and full listing details. 🏡✨
If “walkable to downtown Herndon” is on your wish list, this Craftsman bungalow is the kind of find people wait for. It’s full of charm, starting with a front porch that reminds you of childhood summers with friends, lemonade, and a porch swing.
Insid…

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New year, new openings ✨ Reston Town Center is adding even more variety to the mix, think new dining, drinks, sweet treats, and everyday services on the way. Here are the spots we’re most excited about (swipe for the lineup 👀), and we’ll keep sharing updates as opening dates roll in.
Coming soon to Reston Town Center:
🍸 Clarity
🍺 Dogfish Head
🍝 Grazie Grazie
🧆Grazie Nonna
🐾Livewell Animal Hospital
🥐 Paris Baguette
🍞 Toastique
🍪 Midnight Treats
🍜 Yunnan by Potomac Noodle House
Which one are you heading to first? 👇
Want more local openings + events? Comment “Insider” to join our weekly Reston Insider newsletter.
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
#greaterrestonliving
Ooh. I didn’t know toastique was coming to Reston. I’m going to great falls grand opening tomorrow !

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Snowstorm weekend is almost here ❄️⛄️ If we get the snow they’re calling for, it’s time to dust off the sleds and make a plan. Swipe for some of the best sledding hills in Reston + Herndon, from long, thrilling runs to quick, steep hills that are perfect for a few fast laps. 🛷
Save this for the storm, tag your sled crew, and drop your go-to hill (or your secret spot 👀) in the comments 👇
Want more local openings + events? Comment “Insider” to join our weekly Reston Insider newsletter.
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
#greaterrestonliving
@rupistep I’m with you, Rupi!!
@rupistep I’m right there with you. Of course I also don’t own a sled anymore.
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Comment “Vantage” and I’ll DM you the details and add you to my VIP list. 🏡
Today I’m standing on North Shore Drive at the future site of Vantage Hill, one of Reston’s newest townhome clusters, tucked between the Vantage Hill condos, Coleson Cluster, and Mediterranean Villa Cluster. Right now it’s cleared land with a few construction vehicles, but plans call for only 28 townhomes, which is a tiny release for a central Reston location.
What’s planned: modern, multi-level Craftmark Homes townhomes with the kind of finishes people ask for all the time. Expect features like quartz countertops, a big kitchen island, Bosch appliances, matte black hardware, and engineered hardwood on the main level, plus energy-efficient details like a tankless water heater and ENERGY STAR certification. ✨
Location-wise, this spot is the whole story. You’re positioned right between Reston Town Center and Lake Anne, with easy access to trails, daily errands, and all the local favorites that make Reston feel like Reston. If you’ve been hoping for new construction without leaving the heart of the community, this is the kind of project worth tracking early.
Comment “Vantage” and I’ll DM you the VIP info with the floor plan and what we know so far. 📩
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
#greaterrestonliving
#restonva #lakeanne #restontowncenter #northshoredrive

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Big Reston news: RTC Next is officially 100% leased — that’s about 1.1M sq ft across two brand-new office towers at Reston Town Center. Some of the biggest names helping fill the buildings include Fannie Mae and Volkswagen Group of America, along with a lineup of additional tenants. And in a moment where office vacancy is a headline nationally, it’s a pretty major win to see Reston bucking the trend.
The other exciting part: the energy is about to spill into street level. Retail is expected to start opening this spring/summer, with several announced spots on the way, including Dogfish Head Alehouse, Grazie Nonna, Toastique, Yunnan by Potomac Noodle House, Livewell Animal Hospital, and Clarity (plus more).
What are you most excited to see open? And what do you still want to see at RTC? 👇
Want more local openings + events? Comment “Insider” to join our weekly Reston Insider newsletter.
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
#greaterrestonliving
Is it just offices and businesses? I feel like if they are pushing to make Reston a Tyson’s Corner clone, it needs more activities. This new development includes the performing arts center correct?
@vanadyenjoli The announcement was about the RTC Next portion of the Town Center having reached 100% occupancy which includes the large office towers and restaurants and retail. There is another half of RTC Next in the works (a few years off) that will include the performing arts center. Having said all that, it would be nice to have more activities in the area. It was disappointing to see that Puttshack would no longer be coming but wish we had more activities to get people mingling more. 😍
@greaterrestonliving ah ok I feel like the development needs more entertainment not just offices & retail
I wish it had more nightlife options that involved dancing and good music. Also adding more entertainment of things to do like bowling, level 99, or a ship garden, that’s what Reston needs. It gets boring fast!
@karimzebdi16 I hear you! I was disappointed when it was announce that Puttshack would no longer come to Reston Station. As far as I'm aware Pinstripes is still planned for Halley Rise, but totally agree that we could use some more night life and activities beyond restaurants. 😍
I wish it was more affordable and also invited small businesses. This is a completely gentrified town center and doesn’t feel like Reston used to be.
@vannonae definitely would be nice to see some more mom and pops and small businesses. There are some that I can think of like Scrawl Books, Ovissi, Abricott, Molly's Dog Care. Sometimes what seems like a big business is actually run by a local who owns the franchise. There are also places like Paddywax Candles which has 9 locations across the country but I would still consider them a small business. Nonethless, I get your point and agree that more small businesses would contribute to a greater sense of community. 😍
@greaterrestonliving yeah those are all great! And yet most other stores are giant loss leaders. This list is 6 out of maybe 100?
@vannonae right, don't get me wrong, I'm not arguing with you, just pointing out the few that are there. 😍
@vannonae those days “used to be” were 2005, the boom is 15 + years in
@sircastiic I don’t consider it a boom if corporations are lining their bottom line and community businesses don’t have a home. I consider it a colossal shift of resources outside of Reston
Some people prefer corporations over small “community” businesses- Tatte is a nice one, plenty of cool . Im in favor of 100 times more growth by 2030, smart cars, rails, etc-
Gotta go to an Old Town if you want that small biz feel
@keepinonthe_dl you are surely not alone! 😍
@greaterrestonliving never alone! 🥰
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Just for fun, we went through all of our videos over the past year and let’s just say we’re feeling pretty darn grateful that you’ve responded so positively to what we’re doing showcasing the best of Reston and Herndon!
We thought we’d roundup some of our favorite videos in case you joined the party later, so you can go through the archive.
Also, would you do me a favor and share this video with a friend who hasn’t gotten on the Greater Reston Living train yet! 😎
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
#greaterrestonliving
It's hard to tell which one is my favorite! Thanks to your videos I've discovered new coffee shops, nice places to walk around, stores and many more interesting places in Reston! Oh! And discovering and enrolling at @ymcareston is on the top of all for 2025 💪🏼 I'm proud to be a Restonian !!
@anaeveling Yay! So happy to share all the good stuff! I love that you are trying some of the new places. There is so much going on here, I'm trying to keep up with it all. I'll see you at the Y soon! And for coffee too!

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Reston… it’s time 😍 Restaurant Week runs Jan 19–25.
Bring a friend, bring your appetite, and start checking off these menus. From burger nights to steakhouse splurges, it’s the perfect excuse to try somewhere new (or revisit a favorite).
Drop your must-try in the comments 👇🍴
Want more local openings + events? Comment “Insider” to join our weekly Reston Insider newsletter.
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
#greaterrestonliving #RestonEats #NovaFoodie #DineLocal
@passionfishreston We always enjoy sharing all the good stuff in our community and all the good food too! Yes, we need to swing by soon!😊

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I'm thrilled to be featured in The Reston Letter, our local community newspaper. I love that they share all the fun things, business, and people. I always enjoy reading the articles for inspiration and what's happening in and about Reston.
Huge shout-out to @author_sarah_hickner for writing the article and sharing our story. There is nothing like Reston and the community we all love.
If you want to grab your copy of The Reston Letter, they can be found at Reston Community Center, YMCA, Reston Regional Library, North Point Glory Days, Reston Used Book Store, Lake Anne Coffee House and Wine Bar, D1 Training, and Commonwealth Chiropractic & Wellness. They are no longer being mailed out unless you have a subscription.
@kookdoggcafe Thanks Noel! 😊
@pottersunion 🥰 Thank you! It's been so much fun sharing all the good stuff in our community!
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Comment “downtown” for photos, price, and full listing details. 🏡✨
If “walkable to downtown Herndon” is on your wish list, this Craftsman bungalow is the kind of find people wait for. It’s full of charm, starting with a front porch that reminds you of childhood summers with friends, lemonade, and a porch swing.
Inside, you’ve got 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a layout that works for real life. Two bedrooms and a full bath are on the main level, and one bedroom has built-in shelves that make it an easy home office. The living room has big windows and a wood stove that gives the whole space a cozy feel when the weather turns.
Upstairs, the primary suite feels like a true retreat with walk-in closets, a sitting area, laundry nearby, and a primary bath with a clawfoot tub that fits the home’s character perfectly.
One of the best parts is the lot. It’s a rare double lot on a corner, which gives you breathing room now and flexibility later. If you’re someone who enjoys improving a home over time and making it your own, this one has the space and potential to do it thoughtfully.
And of course, the location is the headline: downtown Herndon, the W&OD Trail, local restaurants, and community events are all right there. It’s the kind of place where you can actually leave the car at home and still have a full weekend.
Listed by Marnie Schaar of @marnie_schaar_associates with Compass.
Comment “downtown” for photos, price, and full listing details. 👇
Looking to make a move in Northern Virginia? Text or DM me:
Kathy Tracey, Realtor
Greater Reston Living at Compass
kathy @greaterrestonliving.com
703.231.7049 (call or text)
#greaterrestonliving
#DowntownHerndon #HerndonVA #WODTrail #RestonVA







