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Named after the town of Chantilly, France, the unincorporated community of Chantilly VA is situated in the western region of Fairfax County approximately 24 miles from Washington, D.C. Part of the Chantilly  community also spills over into Loudoun County.  Chantilly is home to Washington Dulles International Airport, which serves Washington, D.C. , the headquarters of the National Reconnaissance Office and the Dulles Expo Center.

Living in Chantilly

Chantilly homes are surrounded by the beauty and serenity of nature while still being close to the amenities offered in metropolitan Washington, DC. The Chantilly VA real estate market offers a wide array of housing choices with easy accessibility to Route 66 which will take you straight to Washington DC to the east  or the Shenandoah National Park to the west.  Chantlly's growth started in  the 1980s, when 40 percent of its housing was built.  The area has had continued residential and commercial growth with a boom in office parks and hotels in recent years.

History

The community of Chantilly is rich in history. On September 1, 1862, it was the site of The Battle of Chantilly (Ox Hill) fought during the Civil War. Kearney and Stevens, two noteworthy Union generals, perished in the battle.  Ox Hill marked the end of the Second Manassas Campaign. Although commercial and residential development now covers most of the Chantilly (Ox Hill) battlefield, a small county park preserves a five acre portion of the battle site.

Recreation and Activities

Chantilly Regional Library situated in one of Fairfax County's fastest growing communities, was opened in 1995 and with its emphasis on technology it´s a great community resource for kids and adults alike.

The National Air and Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center is an annex of the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum. It opened its doors in December of 2003 and situated close to the Dulles Airport. The massive facility accommodates vital space and aviation artifacts. Unique highlights include a spiraling lookout tower from which guests can observe Dulles air traffic, flight training, and an Imax auditorium. Admission is free to the public.

Sully Historic Site - During the years 1794 through 1811, it was the home of Richard Bland Lee , northern Virginia's first congressman. Robert E. Lee was his nephew. The home is well appointed with Federal period relics. It underwent restoration in 1976 commissioned by the Fairfax County Park Authority. Richard Bland Lee and his wife are buried on site.

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