Located in the beautiful and scenic town of Burke, Virginia, the neighborhood of Lakepointe is a new development that serves as a quiet, peaceful, and friendly pocket in the suburbs of Alexandria and Washington D.C.
The city is named after Silas Burke, an early nineteenth-century farmer and politician who built his home – which still stands – atop a hill, which overlooked the Pohick Creek Valley.
The neighborhood of Lakepointe is a new and developing community in Burke, and one that is sure to fit the needs of any young and growing family, or people who are looking for a peaceful and serene place to relax and enjoy their retirement years.
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The area features a number of manmade lakes and ponds, which is a perfect place for an early morning or afternoon walk. Burke is a part of the Fairfax County Public Library system, which operates the Pohick Regional Library, the Burke Centre Library, and the Kings Park Library.
The numerous parks in the area offer a wide range of activities to keep children and adults entertained and active, including jogging, camping, picnics, boating, miniature fair rides, and more. Burke Lake Park is a large public park which includes a golf course. Many activities and facilities are offered by the park. The Golf Club (north entrance on Ox Rd) includes an 18-hole par 3 golf course, a driving range, and a clubhouse with snack bar.
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In addition, there are a number of seasonal events to look forward to when living in Lakepointe such as the weekday farmers markets during the summer, the September fall festival, and the October Pumpkin Playground.
When it comes to schooling, the Fairfax County Public School System includes White Oaks, Terra Centre, Fairview, Cherry Run, and Ravensworth Elementary Schools; in addition Lake Braddock, Robinson, and South County Secondary Schools; and West Springfield High School.
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