Countryside, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Countryside, Virginia
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A typical colonial-style single-family home in Countryside
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 Countryside, Virginia
Location in Northern Virginia
Countryside, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Countryside, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Virginia |
| County |  Loudoun |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.58 sq mi (6.69 km2) |
| • Land | 2.57 sq mi (6.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 250 ft (80 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 10,072 |
| • Density | 3,923/sq mi (1,514.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
20165 (Sterling)
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| Area code(s) | 703 and 571 |
| FIPS code | 51-19560 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584833 |
Countryside is a special community in Loudoun County, Virginia, United States. It's like a small town, but it's called a "census-designated place." This means it's a place the government counts for population, but it doesn't have its own city government. In 2010, about 10,072 people lived there.
Countryside is located about 27 miles (43 km) northwest of Washington, D.C.. The Potomac River is to its north. Route 7 is to its south. It's also about 9 miles (14 km) north of Washington Dulles International Airport. Countryside is next to the communities of Cascades and Dulles Town Center.
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History of Countryside
How Countryside Was Built
The idea for Countryside started in the mid-1970s. Back then, it was 1,000 acres (405 hectares) of open farmland. This land was divided up to create a new neighborhood.
Building homes in Countryside began in 1981. Construction continued for about ten years, finishing around 1991. Most of the homes were built by a company called Pulte Homes.
Homes in Countryside
The homes in Countryside often have a colonial style. Many of the single-family houses have two stories and a basement. The community covers about 6.7 square kilometers (2.6 square miles). Homes in Countryside use the 20165 ZIP code, which is for Potomac Falls or Sterling.
The CountrySide Proprietary is the community's homeowners association. This group helps manage the neighborhood and its common areas.
Fun Things to Do in Countryside
Outdoor Activities and Nature
Countryside has many paved paths that go through its wooded areas. These paths are great for walking, jogging, and biking. There are also smaller hiking trails that branch off the main paths. People use these for hiking, mountain biking, and watching nature. Some trails were made by Eagle Scouts, while others have been used for a long time.
Horsepen Run is a stream that flows through the community. It empties into the Potomac River. You can also visit Countryside Lake for fishing and light water activities.
Parks and Recreation Facilities
There are several parks and fun places near Countryside's northern border. These include the Horsepen Run Countryside Nature Preserve. Algonkian Regional Park is also nearby. It has the Algonkian Golf Course.
Other places to visit include Potomac Lake Sportsplex and Volcano Island Waterpark. Algonkian Regional Park also has a boat ramp. This lets people get onto the Potomac River for water sports. There are also several playgrounds within the Countryside community for kids to enjoy.
Swimming Pools
Countryside has three swimming pools for residents to use. These are great places to cool off and have fun, especially during the warmer months.
Schools in Countryside
Students living in Countryside attend several local schools. These include Countryside Elementary School, Algonkian Elementary School, and Horizon Elementary School. For middle school, students go to River Bend Middle School. Older students attend Potomac Falls High School.
See also
In Spanish: Countryside (Virginia) para niños
