Myers Park / Eastover Projects

[t_money]

6 hours ago, tarhoosier said:

This is at Laurel and Cherokee, close to Laurel Market. 32 condos, 1.75mm and up. Sales center in small house across the street for those with investment ideas.

That little house across the street deserves a better life. Was empty for a long time, surrounded by giant condos, gas station, etc. I'm saddened when I go to Laurel market and think that some day it will probably be torn down as it seems like a nice little home Those condos with their office has given it some new life with the paint job (and probably remodel) though.

 

[atlrvr]

Was a toy store for many years.  I want to say Black Forest Toys maybe??? Anyway, Amazon ended all that.

Edit... actually after looking at your pic again, I realize that the toy store was in the other cottage that still stands immediately to the left of this one, between this house and the gas station.  

Both are probably not long for this world.

[turbocraig]

9 hours ago, atlrvr said:

Was a toy store for many years.  I want to say Black Forest Toys maybe??? Anyway, Amazon ended all that.

Edit... actually after looking at your pic again, I realize that the toy store was in the other cottage that still stands immediately to the left of this one, between this house and the gas station.  

Both are probably not long for this world.

The other house that was the toy store is now Isabella’s, a home furnishings store.  It’s a nice little operation.  Sad when/if that goes, but you’re probably right.  

[SydneyCarton]

10 hours ago, atlrvr said:

Was a toy store for many years.  I want to say Black Forest Toys maybe??? Anyway, Amazon ended all that.

Edit... actually after looking at your pic again, I realize that the toy store was in the other cottage that still stands immediately to the left of this one, between this house and the gas station.  

Both are probably not long for this world.

Black Forest was an amazing toy/kids bookstore.  I really enjoyed shopping there when my kids were little.

[tarhoosier]

After communication with Jane Myers at Trees Charlotte, her suggestion for most valuable urban tree, after the loss of the Charlotte Pipe tree on Randolph Road, is one of these trees. From the only perspective that can come close to showing the height and crown these two appear to be one. 

 

The girth of the one on the left suggests greater age, 300 years by Ms Myers. This left most tree has had surgery and extensive trunk work to my eye. Nonetheless, here it stands.

A shiny dime to whomever knows where these trees lend their grace and pomp. Answer tomorrow.

[tarhoosier]

Trees can live indefinitely. Without pests, fire, drought, external disease (and man, sadly) they have indefinite life span. There are trees into our time that are in favorable locations and alive for thousands of years.

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/trees-have-the-potential-to-live-indefinitely/

Edited January 23 by tarhoosier

[tarhoosier]

This tree (trees) is (are) on the grounds of Duke Mansion. At the motor entrance before the valet/parking area and close to the street. I walked around enough of the property yesterday to be confident this was the tree(s) Jane was describing. 300 years is pre-European settlement. John Lawson time.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Lawson_(explorer)

edit: I keep my dime.

Edited January 24 by tarhoosier

[KJHburg]

Went to Wing Haven for the first time today.  This is a hidden little treasure in the heart of Myers Park well worth a visit and to take out of towners to when in town.

https://winghavengardens.org/

On the way over there saw this new condo building yes condos 1500 Queens. 

""1500 Queens is a 5-story luxury residential building in the center of Myers Park, consisting of 14, full-floor condominiums. Located on the corner of Queens Road and Pembroke Avenue, this beautiful mid-rise is constructed of brick, concrete, steel, and glass. The homes feature 10’ ceilings & open floor plans with integrated kitchen and living areas, and private covered terraces. The condominiums include fully inset cabinetry, Wolf appliances, and high-end finishes throughout with impeccable attention to detail. Each home includes two parking spaces and a private storage room located on the lower level garage.""   prices not mentioned but pretty sure over $1 M per unit

Love walking around Myers Park so many nice homes of all sizes and styles. 

2nd photo part of LSC Greenway.  Some of these homes look like they fell out from Los Angeles love the Mission style. 

[SydneyCarton]

Meyers Park is so beautiful.