Fall turns the half acre at 297 Bonaventure Dr into the best room in the house. The trees turn gold, the porch air turns crisp and the weekends slow down. Here is how to live well on the best three months of the year.
Make the Porch Your Autumn Headquarters
From late September through November, the screened in porch becomes the shared room. Layer throw blankets, add pumpkins and gourds and keep coffee on the rail. Morning coffee at fifty five degrees hits different out there.
Work with the leaves
Mature trees mean leaves and that is a feature not a bug. Mulch mow to feed the grass instead of bagging. Keep the crawl space perimeter clear so water drains away cleanly.
Refresh the front beds
September and October are prime planting weeks. Mums, pansies and ornamental kale hold color into Thanksgiving. Fresh mulch ties the yard together for the holidays.
Enjoy the golden trails
Portofino's trail system turns gold along the Neuse River. Cooler mornings make walks and rides comfortable. When the pools wind down the trails and porch become the community rooms.
Seasonal prep keeps the season calm. Our gutter care guide and crawl space guide cover the basics.
Want to see the lot in person? Here is the fall routine at one address. Schedule a tour of 297 Bonaventure Dr with Phil Slezak.
Phil leads one of the top-producing real estate teams in the Greater Triangle and Brunswick County areas — with over $100 million in sales.