With so many popular vacation destinations close to home, there’s no need to leave the Rochester/Finger Lakes Region when you’re in the mood for a quick getaway. Here are a few places you may want to add to your list of local getaway possibilities.
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The Best Spring Getaways in the Rochester/Finger Lakes Region
Posted by John Graziose on Thu, Mar 4, 2021 @ 18:03 PM
Topics: Rochester NY, Finger Lakes
Top School Districts in the Greater Rochester Area
Posted by John Graziose on Thu, Feb 4, 2021 @ 15:02 PM
Price, size, features and amenities aren’t the only important considerations when buying a house. School district quality should also play a part in your home-buying decision. Top-performing school districts offer an excellent education for your kids and help your home retain its value. These Greater Rochester area school districts are among the best in our region. Scroll down to see the list and click here to see new neighborhoods in some of these districts.
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If you are looking for the beautiful scenes of the seasons changing to fall, Rochester, New York definitely delivers! With lots of different activities to enjoy in the fall in the area, you'll be sure to enjoy the gorgeous changing leaves of orange, red, and yellow! To make sure you get the most out of the season, we've put together a few fall getaways in the area many of which can be enjoyed outdoors if you have health and safety concerns!
With several different parks, lakes, and activities all within driving distance of Rochester, these getaways are easy to access and will contribute to your overall enjoyment of the season! Here are some of our favorite fall getaways near Rochester, New York!
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Greater Rochester Area Schools You’ll Want to Know About
Posted by John Graziose on Sat, Dec 1, 2018 @ 08:12 AM
As home builders in the Rochester area, we obviously field a lot of questions about which floor plans make the most sense for individual homeowners. And of course, people want to know about home features and which materials will serve them best when it comes for cabinets or flooring. But for a lot of homebuyers want to know about schools in the area. We understand how important that is, so let’s look at some greater Rochester area schools you’ll want to know about.
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What Makes The Rochester Area a Great Place to Live
Posted by John Graziose on Fri, Jan 12, 2018 @ 20:01 PM
Why is this a great place? This may not be a typical scene for the Rochester area in January, but it’s a good reminder of one of the reasons people love this region. Spring and summer can be absolutely delightful. Whether you’re enjoying relaxing by a riverbank, or enjoying the breeze coming off Lake Ontario (or off the water in the Finger Lakes region), it's awfully nice. Of course, there's more to the area than nice places to relax. What makes the Rochester area a great place to live? Let's take a quick look.
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