|
If you would like to feature an
article announcing your new homes in Atlanta please feel free to
contact us at 770-904-3577. This service is complimentary and only
available for Atlanta New Homes Directory.com clients. If you are
not currently a client please call us at 770-904-3571 for
information. If you need assistance with
copywriting your Atlanta Builder information please contact our trade partner Carol M.Flammer, Flammer Relations for special rates, 770-383-3360 or
404-626-1978 or visit
http://www.flammerpr.com/.
Jeff Betsill Homes, Inc. is pleased to announce a public open
house at Summit Point Subdivision.
August 2008 – This open house will present our new
pricing, as well as free food. Registration for free gifts will also
be available. August 27, 2008 - 11am EST to 1:30pm EST.
We are pleased to announce that homes originally priced in the 270’s
are now being offered in the 240’s. We have worked diligently to
reduce overall cost to the purchaser. The subdivision is nestled in
a prime location for access to Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Airport,
Fayetteville, Peachtree City and Newnan. Low maintenance homes and
ease of access to shopping means more time for the Owner to relax
and enjoy hobbies and family. Upon completion, the subdivision will
also include a children's play area with equipment and picnic
areas."
"We have taken time to truly research the buyers needs with this
product and location. We believe that taking the extra time to
understand what the buyer wants and needs is the key," stated Jeff
Betsill. "The quality in every home we construct comes standard.
With our reduction in price we keep the quality and adjust our
margins. Additionally, we have worked alongside our subcontractors
and supplier to reduce overall cost. Everyone involved understands
the necessity to reduce labor and material cost. We have also kept
an employee team intact that will allow us to continue with the same
customer service that we are renowned for. We understand there are
re-sales on the market in our area, however, we believe that the
resales available do not compete with our location and product
offering. New homes in our price range, features and location are
virtually nonexistent in this market. A side by side comparison of
our product, features and pricing will reveal that this is the best
new home product offering, feature for feature and price for price,
in Fayette County. We hope that you will come out to view our homes
on August 27, 2008."
Any questions can be directed to info@jeffbetsillhomes.com. To see
for yourself what sets this subdivision apart, contact exclusive
marketing agent Laura Wesemen. She can be reached at 678.209.1739
Equal Housing Opportunity. All information subject to change or
withdrawal at any time.
Heron Bay Golf and Country Club Hosts Fifth Annual
Goblin Gallop
Proceeds to benefit the Hands of Hope Clinic, Henry County’s
only Free Medical and Dental Clinic
August 2008 - Heron Bay Golf and Country Club is pleased to announce
that the fifth annual Goblin Gallop to benefit Henry County’s Hands
of Hope Clinic is right around the corner. People of all ages are
invited to grab their favorite Halloween costumes and join Heron Bay
for an evening of fall family fun. The event, a 6K run, 1mile
Run/Walk and Tot Trot, is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. on October
25, 2008.
Established in 2004 as a way to bring the community together while
drawing awareness of and raising funds for the Hands of Hope Clinic,
the Goblin Gallop has grown in size each year, and has been hosted
by Heron Bay Golf and Country Club since 2005. Last year’s Goblin
Gallop attracted more than 230 participants and raised more than
$20,000 for the clinic, which provides medical and dental services
to uninsured residents of Henry County.
The Goblin Gallop is an event for every age group with three
different races: 6K Run, 1 Mile Run/Walk and the “Tot Trot,” for
kids aged five and under. Pre-registration is now being accepted for
the race. The cost is as follows: 6K Run - $15, Pre-registration,
$20 at the door; 1 Mile Run/Walk - $10 Pre-registration, $15 at the
door and “Tot Trot” ages 5 and under, 60 yards – no charge. During
the Goblin Gallop, guests are encouraged to wear their favorite
Halloween costumes and prizes will be awarded to the most creative
costumes. Pre-registration forms are available at
www.HeronBayInfo.com. Click on the Goblin Gallop icon to access the
form.
Georgia fans need not worry about missing the big University of
Georgia versus Louisiana State University game. Heron Bay will
broadcast the game on-site during the race on a plasma television,
which will be raffled off to a race participant following the event.
All 6K participants will receive a raffle ticket upon registering
and additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the
race, so be sure to bring a few extra dollars.
To visit Heron Bay, take I-75 South to Exit 216. Turn right and
proceed five miles to Heron Bay Golf & Country Club.
McCar Homes Offers Several Atlanta Communities Perfect for
First-time Home Buyers
New temporary tax credit available to first-time home buyers
August
2008 – On July 30, 2008 President Bush signed the Housing Stimulus
Bill into law. One aspect of the new law, known as the Housing and
Economic Recovery Act of 2008, is the temporary tax credit for
first-time home buyers, which includes those who have not owned a
home in the last three years. McCar Homes offers several Atlanta
communities that are perfect for first-time homebuyers.
The Sanctuary at Lakeside Preserve features stylish two-story,
single-family homes with 1,611 to 3,200 square feet of living space.
First-time home buyers will enjoy a luxurious lifestyle with
state-of-the-art features included with every home. Residents will
also enjoy an amazing resort-style amenities package. Homes at The
Sanctuary at Lakeside Preserve are priced from the $150,000s.
Evans Farms is a masterplanned community located in beautiful
Forsyth County. With over two acres of open space and over one and a
half miles of natural walking trails bordering community lakes, this
single-family home community is perfect for home buyers that love
the outdoors. New home buyers can choose spacious floorplans from
one of four McCar Homes’ collections. Homes at Evans Farms are
priced from the $220,000s.
With new homes priced from the $130,000s, Austin Meadows is an
affordable townhome community conveniently located inside the
perimeter. This gated community is located in Decatur and is less
than 15 minutes from Downtown Atlanta. Residents of Austin Meadows
will enjoy 2.7 acres of greenspace and a resort-style pool and
cabana. Home buyers can choose from nine floorplans with two to four
bedrooms and 1,537 to 2,175 square feet of living space.
Keystone Gates is a luxury new townhome community perfect for every
lifestyle. The two-story townhomes have three bedrooms with two and
a half bathrooms. With vaulted ceilings, open floorplans and large
rear patios, homes at Keystone Gates provide plenty of space to
entertain. Residents will enjoy an active lifestyle with over 15
acres of greenspace, a community pool, cabana and community
playground. Homes at Keystone Gates are priced from the $130,000s.
To learn more about these amazing Atlanta communities,
click here.
Last Chance for Active Adults to Call The Cottages Home
Only
One Home Remains in Active Adult Community at Heron Bay Golf and
Country Club
August 2008 - Only one home remains in Heron Bay Golf and Country
Club’s The Cottages, an intimate active adult neighborhood of 67
homes by Windsong Properties. The EasyLivingcm designated home
showcases Windsong's popular Starcrest floorplan, which features an
oversized great room with fireplace, spacious dining area, gourmet
kitchen with large breakfast bar, private courtyard and two-car
garage. The 1,800 square foot home is priced at $187,900 and offers
ample storage and designer details throughout. Heron Bay is a
beautiful master-planned new community in Henry and Spalding
counties, just south of Atlanta.
With lawn maintenance taken care of and Heron Bay’s incredible
amenity package, homeowners in The Cottages have the opportunity to
relax and enjoy the many opportunities for leisure (such as walking
trails, swimming pools, golf, tennis and more) everyday. For more
information about this home, call 770-898-1042.
Residents at Heron Bay Golf and Country Club can enjoy sunsets from
the newly opened Lakefront Park Pavilion overlooking the 1,100 acre
Cole Reservoir. Additional amenities include a three-pool aquatic
center, seven miles of walking trails, lighted tennis center and a
5,000 square foot community lodge with fitness center. Residents can
also join Canongate at Heron Bay and enjoy the 7,300-yard, par 72
golf course, practice facilities, Pro Shop and Grille. The
affordable membership also includes reciprocal privileges at many
other Canongate courses within an hour’s drive of Heron Bay.
To visit Heron Bay, take I-75 South to Exit 216. Turn right and
proceed five miles to Heron Bay Golf and Country Club. For more
information,
click here or call 770-957-5633.
Homes By Williamscraft, Inc. begins construction of the Clubhouse
& Pool at Crabapple Crossroads
August 2008 – HOMES BY WILLIAMSCRAFT, INC. proudly
announces that construction of the Clubhouse & Pool has begun at
CRABAPPLE CROSSROADS. Additionally, Williamscraft has brought one of
its most popular plans to Crabapple Crossroads: ‘The Marshall’. The
Marshall boasts two master suites (one on each floor!) with a
graciously open floor plan. A well-designed side courtyard, spanning
the 54’ depth of the home, gives homeowners unbelievable outdoor
living space and a low maintenance lifestyle. Finally, construction
of Lodestone’s new ‘Lifestyle Center’, The Crabapple Mercantile
Exchange, has begun! Adjacent to Crabapple Crossroads, the Crabapple
Mercantile Exchange will offer 23,000 square feet of retail shops &
restaurants and 22,500 square feet of office space.
With award winning schools, restaurants and retail shops all within
walking distance, CRABAPPLE CROSSROADS truly is a ‘live, work, play’
community! Crabapple Crossroads is located ¼ mile south of the
intersection of Crabapple Road and Birmingham Hwy. For more
information, please contact BB Benbrook or Bob Litterilla at
678-366-1407 or
click here.
Brock Built Green House near completion
August 2008 – Brock Built is busily putting the finishing touches on
their EarthCraft certified home, The Green House, which will be sold
online by Interstate Action with proceeds benefiting Children's
Healthcare of Atlanta. Interior decorating will occur next week, in
just enough time for the official unveiling of the home. The home,
located at 1536 Craftsman Drive, Atlanta, GA 30318, will be open to
the public August 23 through October 3 on Wednesdays and Fridays
from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The home will be sold to the highest bidder through
an online auction that runs September 17 through October 3. All of
the proceeds of the sale will be given to the Children’s Healthcare
of Atlanta. The bidding will start at $350,000 and interested
bidders should visit the the Brock Built Web site,
www.brockbuilt.com/extreme_green for more information.
The home showcases environmentally friendly and
sustainable design features attainable for the typical Atlanta
family. Such features include energy efficient appliances, plumbing,
doors and windows as well as environmentally friendly paints,
cleaners and recycled insulation, foundation and siding.
Contributions were made for the funds, services, building materials,
fixtures, appliances and everything else necessary to build the
home. All of the participating vendors demonstrated their commitment
to EarthCraft standards.
The EarthCraft program is a voluntary green building
program which serves as a blueprint for healthy, comfortable homes
that reduce utility bills and protect the environment. EarthCraft
homes are thoroughly inspected and tested (for factors such as air
leakage and carbon monoxide safety) before the homeowner moves in.
They are proven to help save energy and water and conserve natural
resources. They are more affordable because they help homeowners
lower energy costs by up to 30%, lower maintenance and repair costs,
and even lower doctor’s bills for health problems related to poor
indoor air quality.
In addition to public tours, the home is also open for local
business and organizations to rent out for meetings or special
events. There will be no fee to tour the home but donations to the
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta are encouraged and greatly
appreciated.
For more information on Brock Built’s communities or
The Green House, visit
click here or call 404-351-7555.
Touchstone Homes Announces Pre-Sale Opportunities At Sienna On
The River In Braselton
August
2008 – Touchstone Homes announces pre-sale opportunities at Sienna
on the River in Braselton, Georgia. These beautiful homes will offer
craftsman style exteriors, 4-5 bedrooms, 3-4 baths, 2-4 car garages,
spacious master suites, and expanded outdoor living spaces including
courtyards. Sienna on the River is surrounded by 15 acres of
conservation area along both the Mulberry River and Duncan Creek
providing gorgeous riverfront lots and views.
Sienna on the River is located across from Chateau Elan at the
intersection of State Route 211 and Liberty Church Road, which will
offer homeowners access to golfing, Lake Lanier, the North Georgia
Mountains, and the Tanger Outlet Malls in Commerce. “This
outstanding location will provide everything from beautiful natural
scenery to a variety of recreational facilities,” said Bryan Cohen,
President of Touchstone Homes.
Sienna on the River offers low maintenance living which includes: an
Olympic sized pool and tennis courts (currently under construction),
playground, beautiful landscaped grounds, garbage pick-up, street
lights, sidewalks within the community, and you are just minutes to
natural open space including the Town of Braselton Riverwalk
project. Homes range from high $300’s to $500’s.
To visit Sienna on the River, travel on Interstate 85 North to exit
126, turn left off the exit and travel 1.2 miles to Liberty Church
Road and turn right, entrance to Sienna on the River will be on your
right just before you cross the Mulberry River. For information on
Sienna on the River, call Debbie Nunn at 770-586-5358. Decorated
model home is open 7 days a week, Tuesday thru Saturday 10-6 and
Sunday thru Monday 12-6.
Touchstone Homes has been developing and building in some of
Atlanta’s finest communities since 1991. Over the years, as one of
Atlanta’s premier new home builders, Touchstone Homes has built new
homes in Gwinnett, Forsyth, Fulton, Hall, Cobb, and Douglas
Counties. Touchstone Homes’ experienced new home builders and
on-site professionals are well versed in assisting homebuyers
throughout the entire home building process to ensure all your
expectations are met. From the time you select your home and make
all of your selections in our Design Studio to the day you move into
your new home-we’re with you every step of the way.
Touchstone Homes has received numerous Professionalism Awards from
the Greater Atlanta Homebuilder’s Association, and the company has
earned the coveted Certified Professional Home Builder designation.
Touchstone Homes has also received the national award of America’s
Best Builder for 2007 by Builder Magazine and the Management of
Excellence Award for 2008 by the Lee Evans Group. For more
information,
click here.
Circle 75 The Towns of Cresent Park and they lived
happily ever after
August
2008 – When Anthea Drew and Miles Mazzawi purchased their new
townhome they saw it as an investment in the future. What Drew
didn't know was that Mazzawi had plans to solidify their future
together. They closed on their townhome on May 2. Later that night,
Drew and Massawi were happily painting their master bedroom when
Mazzawi left to run an errend. Drew heard the doorbell ring about an
hour later, and when she opened the door she saw Mazzawi, wearing a
tie and jacket and carrying a dozen, beautiful red roses. Tears of
joy filled Drew’s eyes as Mazzawi dropped to one knee to ask for her
hand in marriage on the threshhold of what will be the couple’s
first home together.
Drew, 30, and Mazzawi, 33, are both dentists. They met in a class
they both attended 8 years ago and have been friends ever since.
They have been dating for the past two years and opened a successful
pediatratric practice, Cherokee Children’s Dentistry, about two
years ago. They saw The Towns of Crescent Park and knew that this
would be perfect for their first home together.
“We spent several months looking for a place to purchase as a
couple, and as soon as we saw this community we knew we were home,”
said Mazzawi. “I had this proposal planned before we even started
looking for a home. It just seemed so perfect to ask her to spend
the rest of her life with me as we entered this new chapter of our
lives together.”
“I was so surprised! He looked so handsome, and I was covered in
paint,” laughed Drew. “I knew he was the one for me, and I was
confident in our decision to buy at The Towns of Crescent Park, but
this was just the icing on the cake!”
The couple, like many others, chose The Towns of Crescent Park
because it is a thriving Live/Work/Play community. It's location in
Cobb County in Circle 75, means that they will have lower property
taxes, but still have an Atlanta address.
Exclusive sales and marketing is provided by Morris & Raper.
Interested homebuyers may contact Michelle Legan or Lori Clezie at
404-446-0075 for more information or
click here.
Harcrest Homes Announces New Homes In the City of
Milton
August
2008 –
Harcrest Homes recently celebrated a ground breaking with the
start of their first two homes in a new neighborhood located just
inside the City of Milton, aptly named Milton Place. Mike Smith,
President of Harcrest Homes has combined efforts with the developer
team Hopewell Subdivision LLC. The development team includes twin
brothers Sean and Kevin Connelly, Mark Stuart and John Straughan.
This group has enjoyed great success in developing small
neighborhoods that create a sense of place, and providing home sites
that allow builders to truly showcase their homes. Milton Place will
continue the tradition with a total of 27 custom homes crafted in a
beautifully wooded and gated enclave.
The Kingsbrooke and Habersham models are currently underway and will
be ready for move-in October 2008. Harcrest Homes over the past 30
years has received over 90 awards from the Greater Atlanta Home
Builders Association and has set the standard for quality home
building in Northern Atlanta. In keeping with their extraordinary
reputation for building fine homes, Harcrest has raised the bar once
again. Milton Place will offer a unique collection of six home plans
and a vast array of exterior elevations. The home plans features
four and five bedrooms and range in size from 3334 to 4291 square
feet. The level terrain and heavily wooded surrounding area set the
tone for these homes that feature abundant outdoor living areas with
covered front porches, spacious decks and patios. New home sites
range from approximately one-third to over one half acre. All homes
enjoy a gourmet kitchen, deluxe trim package throughout, carriage
style garage doors, professionally landscaped lawn, KitchenAid®
appliances and Delta plumbing features.
The location of Milton Place is convenient to downtown
Alpharetta—located one and a half miles from Main Street and easy
access to GA 400. The quaint, historic downtown Alpharetta area
offers fine dining, shopping and many small businesses. Children
will attend Cogburn Woods Elementary, Hopewell Middle and Milton
High.
The information center will open mid August and the response has
been very strong since the signage and information mailbox were
installed. The sales and marketing will be performed by Harcrest
Homes Realty. Harcrest’s Sales Counselor/Broker Jolee Stebbins can
be reached at 770.318.3848. To visit: take GA400 to Haynes Bridge Road, travel
West and turn left on Academy through Main Street (downtown
Alpharetta). Turn right on Canton Road. Travel one and a half miles
to Milton Place entry on the right.
Contact: Amanda Staines 770.619.9662 Ext. 26
Bowen Family Homes offers New Home Plan in Stonehaven Pointe
August 2008- Bowen Family Homes is proud to introduce a new floor
plan, the Leighton, to Stonehaven Pointe. Stonehaven Pointe is a
beautiful South Forsyth master-planned community with 10 acres of
amazing amenities in a very popular location. The Leighton floor
plan will start at $194,900 and will feature three exterior
elevations from which homeowners can choose.
The two- story Leighton design features three bedrooms and
two-and-half baths. The three bedrooms are located on the second
story of the home. The plan features a large owner’s suite on the
second floor as well with an expansive walk-in closet, and a
separate tub and shower in the master bath offering additional
convenience and privacy. The laundry room is located on the upper
level in addition to a loft area.
The first floor boasts a state of the art kitchen and quaint
breakfast nook, which overlooks the family room that includes a
beautiful fireplace and hearth area. In addition to the two-car
garage, the plan has a comfortable 1658 square feet of living space
for a reasonable price.
“We are proud of the hard work and dedication to quality that our
team provides. Being named as the 10th best selling community in
Atlanta is a remarkable success,” Bowen continued. “The community
appeals to what today’s homebuyers want, and the introduction of new
Leighton plan should help to continue the tremendous response we
have had thus far.”
Stonehaven Pointe offers amenities for everyone, from the elegant
clubhouse where families can gather and entertain and the junior
Olympic pool with slide and the aquatic play park where young
children can splash to the multipurpose fields where anyone can go
for a pick-up game of their favorite sport. The six tennis courts
are lighted for play into the late hours, and sidewalks and
streetlights throughout the community connect everything for easy,
safe access. The new neighborhood also has a dog park where
residents can take their four-legged friends for playtime and to
meet with their neighbors.
For more information on Stonehaven Pointe, call
on-site sales agents Casey Wood and Jeff Anthony at 770-844-0779.
For more information about Bowen Family Homes, please call their
Atlanta region headquarters at 678-325-4554 or 1-877- MY BOWEN or
click here.
Harcrest Homes Announces Grand Opening of
Amenities on Habersham on Laurel Springs
August 2008 – Harcrest Homes’ newest community in Johns Creek/South Forsyth is
pleased to announce the grand opening of their recreation facility
at Habersham on Laurel Springs. Habersham on Laurel Springs Members
Club will include swim, tennis, pavilion and gathering area with
fireplace. This gated community offers refreshing old-world style
architecture with all the new features buyers are looking for. Upon
completion, the neighborhood will be home to 69 residents. Harcrest
has just completed a fine ensemble of 21 homes ranging in price from
the mid $400s to the $600s. The Spring Tour of Homes is currently
underway and the feedback from visitors is very positive.
Harcrest Homes over the past 30 years has received over 90 awards
from the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association and has set the
standard for quality home building in Northern Atlanta. In keeping
with their extraordinary reputation for building fine homes,
Habersham at Laurel Springs has raised the bar once again.
Habersham’s unique collection of homes features four and five
bedroom plans ranging in size from 3360 to 4040 square feet. The
rolling terrain and heavily wooded surrounding area set the tone for
these homes that feature abundant outdoor living areas with covered
front porches, spacious decks and patios. Additionally, Harcrest
provides the first year of Chem Lawn service for free to all home
owners—evident in the lush green lawns. Home sites range from
approximately one-quarter to one third acre. All homes enjoy a
gourmet kitchen, deluxe trim package throughout, professionally
landscaped lawn, Whirlpool Gold appliances and Delta plumbing
features.
One showcase home and seven field models are currently available for
touring. Harcrest Homes has assembled a wonderful assortment of
two-story home plans, and many feature a basement and many upgraded
features. Mike Smith of Harcrest Homes expressed, “these are truly
some of the most beautiful homes we have built, and we are most
excited about this unique collection of homes that depict a style of
architecture that is so memorable”
The location of Habersham
on Laurel Springs is convenient to Johns
Creek and easy access to GA 400. The Avenue South Forsyth opening
this Spring is a quick four mile commute and the immediate area has
excellent shopping and restaurants. Children will attend the new
Johns Creek Elementary, Riverwatch Middle and the nationally ranked
South Forsyth High.
The decorated model is open daily and Harcrest Homes Realty sales
associates Maryellen Peterson and Jolee Stebbins can be reached at
678.513.9997 or
click here. From GA 400N take Exit 12A/MacFarland Road, veer
right, travel one mile and turn left on McGinnis Ferry Road—continue
on McGinnis Ferry Road, and turn left on highway 141, turn right
onto Laurel Springs Parkway, and the neighborhood is the third entry
on the right.
Contact: Amanda Staines 770.619.9662 Ext. 26
Skyline Condominium Offers Amazing Amenities
August 2008 –Skyline at Lindbergh will offer an array of fabulous
amenities which are not typically found in many Atlanta condominium
high-rises. Located at the corner of Morosgo Drive and Adina Street,
Skyline's 21 stories will encompass 220 one- to three-bedroom
SkyHomes priced from the $190,000s to $1 million-plus .
The location is the first amenity offered. It is exceptional on its
own--just minutes from Midtown, Downtown and Buckhead. Skyline is
situated in the heart of the emerging Lindbergh area near fabulous
restaurants and world-class shopping. Upon entering the dramatic
two-story lobby, residents will be greeted by a 24-hour concierge
desk including security.
Moving beyond the lobby, residents will enjoy 700 to 2,400 square
feet of living space and an array of upgrades which are included at
no additional charge. Every SkyHome includes 10-foot smooth coat
ceilings, granite countertops, Bosch stainless steel appliances,
hardwood floors, spacious bathrooms and floor to ceiling glass
walls.
The amazing amenities continue outside of the new homes including a
pool with waterfalls, a sun deck and private cabanas. A contemporary
club room with a kitchen and an outdoor terrace invites residents to
come together for an evening of entertainment. Homeowners who enjoy
an active lifestyle will feel right at home in the fully-equipped
fitness center. As well as enjoying the great outdoors on the
spacious lawn area where residents can walk their dogs, play bocce
ball and badminton or enjoy afternoon picnics with friends and
family. The ground floor of Skyline will also offer residents retail
shops, and additional property recently purchased by MCL Companies
is slated to include a grocery store, restaurant and other stores.
Developed by MCL Companies, Skyline Condominium was developed by MCL
Companies. For more information about Skyline,
click here or call 404-467-4447.
Some Students are “Sharper” than others
August 2008- The Georgia Public Policy Foundation (GPPF), a private,
nonpartisan research and education organization, uses the Criterion
-Referenced Competency Test (CRCT) scores to rank Georgia public
schools. The CRCT is a test designed to measure how well students
acquire, learn and accomplish the knowledge and skills set forth in
a specific curriculum or unit of instruction. Students who live in
Sharp Residential neighborhoods, like Seven Hills and Liberty Park,
attend some of the top ranked schools in Georgia.
The number one schools in Paulding County that residents of Seven
Hills attend are Floyd L. Shelton Elementary, Lena Mae Moses Middle
School and East Paulding High. Liberty Park, another Sharp
Residential neighborhood, has students attending number one ranked
North Atlanta High School.
When asked about how the rankings would impact sales, Tom Sharp,
president of Sharp Residential, commented, “We have done well at
Seven Hills and Liberty Park. The excellent schools serving our
communities are just one of the many reasons families are purchasing
Sharp homes.”
Developed by Cousin’s Properties, Seven Hills is an award-winning
master-planned community featuring homes built by Sharp Residential.
The Paulding County community recently named “Community of the Year”
at the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association’s 27th Annual OBIE
awards. Seven Hills features single-family homes from Sharp’s
Classic Series which are priced from the $350,000s to $500,000s.
Located in the city of Atlanta, Liberty Park is enjoying successful
sales and is currently 70 percent sold. The elegant three-story new
Atlanta townhome community offers superb convenience to all that
Atlanta has to offer and is just five minutes from downtown, three
minutes to I-285 and three minutes to I-75. The new Atlanta
townhomes at Liberty Park require minimal maintenance and are
competitively priced from the $200,000s. Offering an already
incredible price, Sharp Residential is also offering up to $4,000 in
closing costs.
Discover the Sharp difference - call 770-518-4896 or
click here.
Builder Announces Groundbreaking of New Phase And Upcoming
Amenities In Woodstock
August 2008 – Homes By Brumby is quickly building the first 77
new homes in their
Woodstock community Cornerstone Park. They are pleased to announce
that the community will now be expanded to include a second phase
located directly across the street on Ragsdale Road. The second
phase will have approximately 105 home sites and will be the
location of the neighborhood recreational amenities. The planned
amenities include a pavilion, pool, tennis and park. Anticipated
completion is scheduled for Spring 2009.
The convenient and centrally located community is minutes off GA 400
and I-575 in Cherokee County. With ten new home plans and an
extensive array of exterior elevations, Cornerstone Park offers a
wide variety of home choices including master on the main, and
basements in this new low maintenance lifestyle community. The
exterior features include neighbor friendly front porches leading to
pedestrian sidewalks. Stone, shake, Hardi-plank and brick exteriors
complete with carriage-style garage doors make each home unique.
Interiors are loaded with many upgrades including: gourmet kitchens,
detailed molding and trim and upscale flooring. Each home also
includes a professionally designed and expertly manicured lawn,
which will be maintained by the homeowners association.
The Fairview plan serves as the decorator models and is open daily.
Several field models are ready for preview. New home prices start from
the mid $200s to the $300s. Children will attend Woodstock High
School, Woodstock Middle School and Little River Elementary School.
Cornerstone Park is in the proposed area for the new Arnold
Mill/Mill Creek Middle school (opening Fall 2009) and High school
(opening Fall 2010). The Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners
sales associate Donna Hesketh can be reached at770.516.7992, email:
cornerstonepark@comcast.net, or
click here.
Cornerstone Park information center is located at 114 Cornerstone
Place, Woodstock, Georgia 30188. Directions: From GA 400N to exit
7B, travel west on Hwy. 92, and turn right on Ragsdale Road, entry
on right. From I-575 take exit 7, travel 4 miles east on Hwy. 92,
turn left on Ragsdale Road to entry on right.
Contact: Amanda Staines 770.619.9662 Ext. 26
eon at Lindbergh Celebrates Sneak Preview
Community Opening
July 2008 – eon at Lindbergh knows how to throw a party. To
commemorate the opening of the eco-friendly community, eon held a
celebration at Lindbergh City Center on Saturday, June 28. Hundreds
of people enjoyed the live music, food and beverages, but they were
really there to get their first peek inside this eco-friendly
residence. eon at Lindbergh is one of a few Atlanta condominiums
that are EarthCraft® Certified, and offers 352 one- and two-bedroom
residences priced from the $180s.
Dave FM hosted local bands Reggae Coalition Band and headliner Magno
on a stage in front of the new homes at eon at Lindbergh as kids
enjoyed face painting and an inflatable bouncer. D.J. Shockley of
the Atlanta Falcons toured the models as well. And many of eon’s
neighbors in Lindbergh City Center such as Whole Foods, Pike nursery
and Zip Car joined the festivities, brought presents for the guests,
and took advantage of the opportunity to get to know their
eco-friendly neighbor by touring the models as well.
“The sneak preview allowed over 200 people to experience eon. The
event allowed interested new home buyers to see first-hand all that
this incredible community has to offer,” said eon New Home Sales
Consultant and EcoBroker, Louis McCall. “The block party was another
step in bringing Lindbergh to life. A great time was had by all.”
The community encompasses 42 acres off of Piedmont Road in Lindbergh
City Center, which includes a Main Street Market Deli, Taco Mac,
Longhorn, Five Guys, SIP Coffee Lounge, Chili’s, Tongue and Groove
and many other shops and boutiques. The Lindbergh MARTA station is
the main headquarters of MARTA and offers transportation throughout
the city. Buses and trains make multiple trips daily to the airport,
Sandy Springs, Chamblee, West Lake, College Park, the Arts Center,
Turner Field and every place in between.
For more information,
click here or call 404-846-2208. eon at Lindbergh is being
developed by The Dawson Company (www.thedawsoncompany.com) and Lane
Company (www.lanecompany.com), with Evolv (www.evolvre.com) serving
as the marketing and sales group.
Bowen Advertising Initiative Soars Above the
competition
July 2008 - It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a hot air balloon?
Bowen Family Homes is flying high with a new, non-traditional
advertising campaign set to take off and sure to attract attention
on Friday, June 13, a blue and white hot air balloon rose above the
Bowen headquarters surprising employees giving them a sneak peak of
the balloon before it launches into promotional use on July 16.
Bowen Family Homes’ dedication to their customers is unparalleled
offering upgrades allowing homebuyers to customize their experience
and become part of the “family”. The homebuilders new ad campaign,
“It’s More than a Home” emphasizes just that: “It’s More than a
Home”, it’s your Bowen Family Home. The campaign is featured in
television commercials, billboards and print ads around Atlanta, and
now the new hot air balloon will soar above the competition.
“All of our homes are crafted with pride, and we build value into
every home with high-quality products and available upgrades,” said
Tip Cape, Owner of Bowen Family Homes. “The hot air balloon is
another way to communicate the company’s focus and dedication of
building value-packed homes in the most sought-after areas of
Atlanta. We invite future members of the Bowen Family Homes family
to visit our Web site and see why ‘It’s More Than a Home, it’s a
gathering place, a sanctuary, a family bond. It’s a source of
pride.’”
For nearly 40 years, Bowen Family Homes has helped new home buyers
in Atlanta live their dreams, and the homebuilder continues to do
this today by offering homes priced from the $100,000s to the
$500,000s in Fulton, Gwinnett, Cobb, Cherokee and Forsyth counties.
For more information on the homeowner referral program, visit
www.bowenfamilyhomes.com/familyrewards. For information on the agent
incentive program visit www.bowenfamilyhomes.com/realtorrewards. For
more information about Bowen Family Homes, please call their Atlanta
region headquarters at 678-325-4554 or 1-877- MY BOWEN or
click here.
Dollars for Dreams Home Event Returns
July 2008 – Bowen Family Homes is pleased to announce a return of
the popular “Dollars for Dreams”* home event scheduled for Thursday,
July 17-Sunday, July 20. Bowen Family Homes experienced incredible
success during the Dollars for Dreams Home Event held in April, and
the company expects similar success from the revival of this event.
Earlier this year, the metro Atlanta homebuilding company sold 84
homes and offered interested new home buyers a chance to take
advantage of the incredible savings of up to $50,000 on the
single-family homes and townhomes built by Bowen Family Homes in the
most sought-after metro Atlanta neighborhood locations.
“We were absolutely thrilled at the amazing success we experienced
during our Dollars for Dreams Home Event in April,” said Mike
Phelps, Owner of Bowen Family Homes. “Not only did we sell 84 homes,
but we also had more than 7,000 visitors to our
www.bowendreamevent.com Web site! This is incredible, and we are
excited to extend the offer once more to allow others to take
advantage of the unprecedented savings being offered by Bowen Family
Homes.”
Those who purchase a home at any of Bowen Family Homes’ 26 metro
new Atlanta neighborhoods July 17-20 will receive up to $50,000 to spend
on their new home! Buyers may opt to use the money towards a Pottery
Barn shopping spree, designer upgrades, down payment/closing costs,
free basement on available homesites, or to lower monthly payments.
In addition, the metro Atlanta homebuilder is offering a drawing for
a $5,000 Pottery Barn shopping spree. For more information about the
Dollars for Dreams home event, visit www.bowendreamevent.com.
*Offer not valid on existing contracts and cannot be combined with
other offers. Offer valid on new contracts written during the
Dollars for Dreams Event. Purchaser must use seller’s preferred
lender. Terms and conditions apply. See sales manager for details.
Visit website for details on the $5,000 Pottery Barn drawing.
Pottery Barn is a registered trademark of Williams-Sonoma and is not
affiliated with Bowen Family Homes.
Jeff Betsill Homes, Inc. announces a price reduction
July 2008 – Jeff Betsill Homes, Inc. announces a
price reduction on its new homes in The Estates of Persimmon Creek,
a 320 lot subdivision in Coweta County, GA just off Collinsworth
Road approximately one mile from I-85 at Exit 56.
Homes originally priced in the 280’s are now being
offered in the 250’s, with other choices available up to the mid
300’s. Persimmon Creek includes large lots from 1.3 acres to 3 acres
and beautiful amenities including a community pool with children's
features and a pool house. The subdivision also includes miles of
sidewalks and walking trails. Directly across from the subdivision
entrance is a quality Golf course. The subdivision has always
offered great price, location and amenities. But with this price
reduction, this development offers unsurpassed value for today’s
homebuyer.
"Taking the extra time to really understand what the buyer wants and
needs is the key," stated Jason Betsill, (a third generation
homebuilder). "We are lowering only the prices, never the quality.
We understand the significant market correction that has occurred
and we have taken measures to ensure purchasers that they are not
overpaying for our homes. We have worked with the subcontractors to
get pricing down and we have additionally taken reductions in our
margins. Our warranty is still in place as always and the quality
never changes. There are other locations in our area that are in
this same price range. However, they do not offer the amenities,
location, and standard features we are offering at this price. We
believe a side by side comparison of our features, location, quality
and pricing will show that this is the best deal in Coweta County
for new construction. Any questions can be directed to info@jeffbetsillhomes.com
or
click here for more information.
Recently, a real estate statistics company named
Persimmon Creek "One of Metro Atlanta’s Top 30 Subdivisions" out of
more than 4,000 subdivisions in 23 metro Atlanta counties. To see
for yourself what sets this subdivision apart, contact exclusive
marketing agents Joy Barnes and Barrett McDowell of Josey, Young &
Brady Realty. They can be reached at 404-328-5699.
Bring this news release to the model home at Persimmon Creek when
writing an acceptable contract on any Jeff Betsill Homes, Inc. home
and receive $2,500 additional buyer bonus to use for additional
upgrades or down payment. This offer good through September 31,
2008.
Please also note that there are two Persimmon Creek Locations.
Persimmon Creek North entrance is located off of Collinsworth Road.
Persimmon Creek South entrance is located off of Palmetto-Tyrone
Road.
Equal Housing Opportunity. All offers subject to withdrawal or
change at any time prior to contract.
Cosmopolitan at Lindberg Welcomes New Agents
July 2008–Morris J. Kaplan Communities is pleased to welcome Mona
Lisa Belcher and Alton Irby as their newest agents in Atlanta. Ms.
Belcher and Mr. Irby, both Morris and Raper agents, will serve
interested new home buyers at Cosmopolitan, a resort-style townhome
community located in Lindberg. Cosmopolitan opened a second phase
after the overwhelming demand generated by the initial phase of the
complex, and Kaplan Communities is excited to have Ms. Belcher and
Mr. Irby onboard to answer questions and help buyers through the
entire homebuying process.
Ms. Belcher has almost 14 years real estate experience and has
worked for several companies including John Willis Homes, Jolly
Development Group, Prudential Georgia Reality, and Jones and Minear
Home Builders before coming to Morris and Raper. Mr. Irby has been
involved in the real estate industry for seven years and has worked
for the Condo Store and held several positions at Morris and Raper.
Their combined experience brings a wealth of information about
Luxury Condos, Brownstones, as well as the Atlanta area.
Ms. Belcher has been living in the Roswell area since 1994, while
Mr. Irby is an Atlanta native currently living in Buckhead. Both
belong to the Million Dollar Club and are a part of the Atlanta
Board of Realtors. Ms. Belcher is also a Certified New Home
Specialists. Mr. Irby has received a platinum award from Greater
Atlanta Home Builders Association.
Both agents feel that Morris and Raper is the perfect company to
work with Cosmopolitan. "Morris and Raper is the industry leader in
codominiums and brownstones. Our reputation speaks for itself and I
am confident we will bring success to Cosmopolitan while helping
fellow Atlantans find their home here,“ commented Mr. Irby.
Interested homebuyers may contact the sales center at 404-815-0306
or
click here.
BRAYSON HOMES SETS GRAND OPENING AT OAKDALE RIDGE IN SOUTH COBB
COUNTY
JUNE 2008 – Brayson Homes will hold Grand Opening this Saturday,
June 28, in Oakdale Ridge, its 25-home community in the
Smyrna/Greater Vinings area of South Cobb County just two miles
outside Interstate 285.
Scheduled from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., the event will feature food
from the famed Varsity drive-in restaurant.
Oakdale Ridge is located on Oakdale Road, which runs off South Cobb
Drive and Highlands Parkway. In this community, Brayson Homes is
introducing new two and three-story Craftsman-styled plans, and home
prices start at $269,000. Located on the property is a garden-like
common space with a sitting area from which residents will have an
excellent view of the downtown Atlanta skyline.
The four to seven-bedroom homes will have architecturally-controlled
exteriors with beautiful Craftsman design details, as well as
prairie-style front windows, board and batten shutters, decorative
12-light glass front doors, and carriage-style garage doors. The
exteriors will have brick or stone accents, and options include
three sides brick. Most homes will have covered front porches, and a
number of basement homesites are available.
The extensive special features in the spacious interiors include
wide plank hardwood entry foyers, solid surface kitchen countertops
with an integrated sink and pull out faucet, recessed lighting in
the kitchen, a luxurious garden tub and separate shower in the
owner’s suite, and many energy efficient features. Some plans offer
such things as a double sided fireplace opening into the living room
and keeping room, a loft, and a sitting area in the owner’s suite.
The community, which is convenient to both I-285 and I-75, has
sidewalks, streetlights, and underground utilities. More information
about Oakdale Ridge can be obtained by calling the on-site agent,
Tonya Abernathy, at 770-616-7674 or by visiting the decorated model
home or
click here.
Mark Carruth Brings Diverse Background to Active
Adult Market
JUNE
2008 - As a third generation homebuilder, Mark Carruth has been
building homes since the age of 16. In college, Carruth pursued a
medical career briefly, but as a junior decided his passion was
building homes. Carruth graduated from the University of Georgia
with a Business Degree with an emphasis in real estate. After
college, Carruth worked in the Macon and Atlanta residential and
commercial markets before starting his first company, Loren
Construction. Carruth now brings that diverse background to the
active adult market at Windsong Properties, which he founded with
Steve Romeyn to meet a demand fueled by the baby boomers and the
change in demographics.
Windsong is Carruth’s fourth company and is his first company
focused solely on the active adult market. Carruth relates to the
active adult as an empty nester himself, and he uses that personal
experience and merged it with his building experience.
“Building for the active adult market is just as much
about building a lifestyle as it is building the actual home,” said
Carruth. “People go through a lot of changes in their fifties.
Whether it is career-related, family-related or health-related,
Windsong allows active adults to live a lower-maintenance lifestyle
in a community of like-minded people.”
Windsong pays attention to the details that make living simple for
the active adult. Homes are single-level, have no steps, are
EasyLiving certified and have wider openings creating wheelchair
accessibility. The homes are smaller, but the individual rooms are
more spacious.
After 30 years of building homes, Carruth still enjoys the process
and works hard to make it enjoyable for his clients as well.
“Clients are excited about the custom building process, but have
reservations because they have heard so many horror stories about
the homebuilding process,” said Carruth. “I just want the process to
be fun. You do not want your client to be worn out or stressed; and
you want the results to be positive.”
When he’s not building homes, Carruth enjoys playing golf, boating
or traveling to his second home on Hilton Head Island. Carruth is
also actively involved with Habitat for Humanity and the Greater
Atlanta Home Builder’s Association. For more information, call
770-516-3409 or
click here.
Windsong Properties to Host Active Adult Homebuyer
Seminar
JUNE 2008 – Windsong will host an Active Adult Homebuyer Seminar
on Saturday, June 28, 2008 at The Villas at Blackberry Run in Seven
Hills, which is located in Paulding County. The seminar will be held
from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Villas' Clubhouse. Speakers will
include Patricia Ann Bowen, a relocating specialist and Arow Flemmer,
an interior designer that will talk about staging and decorating.
The seminar is free and open to the public. Guests are asked to RSVP
at 770-917-8082.
Patricia Ann Bowen is responsible for marketing and client relations
with Get Ready for Tomorrow, a Senior Move Management and Estate
Liquidation service. She has a Masters degree in Psychology and
years of marketing, training and intervention experience. With her
Operations Partner, Tome Schulte, she provides free estimates for
what it will take anyone to ‘Get Ready for Tomorrow,’ including
downsizing, selling, donating, packing, sorting and more.
Arow Flemmer is the owner of Under the Willow Interiors and has been
running her own business for six years. She is one of four
Accredited Staging Professional Masters in Georgia. Flemmer received
her Interior Design degree from Lambuth College and has
approximately 20 years industry experience. Flemmer has been staging
home for four years and has staged homes with values ranging from a
$92,000 condo to a $2.6 million estate. As part of a staging team,
Flemmer was featured on two episodes of A&E’s Flip This House in the
Atlanta market.
The Villas at Blackberry Run is a master-planned community located
in Seven Hills between Acworth and Dallas. These ranch-style homes
consist of two to three bedrooms and two to three bathrooms.
Features of the homes include private courtyard retreat with patio,
ventless fireplace with gas logs, oversized Master walk-in closet,
and cultured marble garden tub and separate shower in the Master
bathroom. For more information and directions, call 770-516-3409 or
click here.
DAVID WEEKLEY GREEN HOMES IN ATLANTA OFFER SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS IN
ENERGY USAGE
JUNE 2008 – The nation’s largest privately-held builder, David
Weekley Homes, has launched its new ‘Green Home’ program in its
new Atlanta neighborhoods. According to Joe Lstiburek of Building
Science Inc., “80% of all environmental damage is directly related
to energy generation and use.” Today, David Weekley Homes is setting
the standard in constructing the most energy efficient and cost
effective homes in Atlanta, which help lessen the impact on the
environment and save money for its growing list of new Homebuyers.
The Green Homes offered through the program are Energy Star®
Certified and meet the Diamond Level requirements for the
Environments For Living® Program. David Weekley Green Homes save up
to 50% in heating and air conditioning usage over a similar home
built to 2004 building code standards. The homebuilder’s Green Homes
are a ‘win-win’ for its increasing list of Customers and the
environment.
“By utilizing innovative, environmentally beneficial products, we
are able to reduce the amount of energy needed within our new homes.
This means there is less damage to our environment and it also means
lower energy bills for our Homeowners,” said David M. Weekley,
Chairman, David Weekley Homes. “Our Green Homes are just one of the
many ways that we can help our Customers invest their housing
dollars more wisely, help the environment and live more comfortably
– all of which can help make their David Weekley Green Home easier
to resell.”
For more information about David Weekley Homes in Atlanta,
click here or call 888/888-7417.
Few Homes Remain at Two of McCar Homes’ Atlanta Communities
JUNE
2008 – Only a few homes remain in two of McCar Homes’ most
sought-after new Atlanta communities, Daniel Creek and Kingsbridge
Point. Daniel Creek, located in Sugar Hill, only has five homes
remaining and Kingsbridge Point, located in Cobb County, only has 12
homes remaining. Both neighborhoods feature spacious single-family
homes at affordable prices.
Homes at Daniel Creek are from the Cottage, Hearth and Preserve
collections and are priced from the $250,000s. Plans range in size
from 2,522 to 3,256 square feet with three, four and five bedrooms.
Exteriors feature low-maintenance three side brick, welcoming front
porches and front or rear courtyard garages. Interiors of the new
homes include gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, hardwood
floors throughout the main level and spacious master suites.
Homebuyers can also choose from a variety of state-of-the-art
options, such as wireless broadband internet and private Web cameras
at the community school bus stop.
Children at Daniel Creek attend excellent Gwinnett County schools,
including Riverside Elementary, Lanier Middle and North Gwinnett
High schools. For more information about Daniel Creek, please
contact our on-site sales agent at (770) 614-1323.
New homes at Kingsbridge Point are from McCar Homes’ Masters,
Premier and Preserve collections and are priced from the $290,000s.
The traditional two-story style plans range in size from 2,500 to
over 4,000 square feet with up to five bedrooms and four and
one-half bathrooms. Features of the new homes include vaulted
ceilings, granite countertops and spacious master suites. Homebuyers
can also take advantage of new elevations featuring rich paint color
trim packages and unique carriage-style garage doors currently
available from McCar Homes.
Amenities at Kingsbridge Point include a community pool, cabana,
professional landscaping and sidewalks. Children at Kingsbridge
Point will attend Clay Elementary, Lindley Middle and Pebblebrook
High schools. For more information
click here or call 770-945-6259.
Kairos Development Corporation Partners with Outstanding Team to
Create Avignon at Vinings
May 2008 - Karios Development Corporation has partnered with the
best in the building industry to develop Avignon at Vinings, a
170-home gated community of condominiums, new townhomes and
single-family homes. Harrison Design Associates, The Preston
Partnership and B&C Studio have all teamed up with Kairos
Development to create this one-of-a-kind community located in the
heart of Vinings Village.
Harrison
Design Associates, established in 1991, specializes in the design of
custom residential homes, as well as new townhomes and specialized
commercial projects. The award-winning firm brings high-quality
design to the residential market by creating one-of-a-kind homes
that will become timeless investments showcasing the individuality
of each family who lives in the homes.
The Preston Partnership is a full service, multi-discipline firm
with a focus on architecture and design, combined with an absolute
commitment to service. Established in 2001, the firm’s
multi-disciplinary approach includes architecture, structural
engineering, MEP engineering, interior design and landscape
architecture.
B & C Studio is a full-service landscape architecture, design and
planning firm. Services include traditional landscape design, land
planning, site design and layouts, design guidelines and
construction documents.
Avignon at Vinings is reminiscent of a romantic village on a
hillside with a grand Chateau as the focal point.
The 170-home gated community will feature
Single-family Villas, Village new townhomes and Village condominiums
starting from the high $300s to more than $1 million. For more
information,
click here or call 770-394-5400.
Driven by the desire to create aesthetically beautiful “Live Life
Communities” and facilities that address their clients’ needs and
distinctive styles, Kairos (ki-ros) offers a vast array of choices
and options in each of its communities. Since entering the industry
in the mid 1980s, the company has developed more than $400 million
in Atlanta area real estate assets, including residential, retail
and office properties. During that time, Kairos Development has
received many outstanding awards. Most notable is the 2005
Development of Excellence Award presented by the Atlanta Regional
Commission and the Regional Business Coalition for the multi-use
urban development and environmental buffer provided by The Aramore
on the city’s famous Peachtree Road. For more information, call
404-350-1440 or
click here.
Brock Built Builds a Better Community
June
2008 – Atlanta’s largest intown homebuilder, Brock Built, is
partnering with WSB-TV Channel 2 in the “Going Green 2008” campaign,
an important program addressing an issue that is changing the
quality of life of every citizen in Georgia. As part of that effort,
Brock Built has started construction on an environmentally-friendly
demonstration home in its Atlanta West Highlands Community. When
complete, the new home will be open for tours and auctioned to the
highest bidder with all proceeds going to Children’s Healthcare of
Atlanta.
Groundbreaking for The Green House began in March and work is
progressing quickly. When complete, the home will showcase
environmentally friendly and sustainable design features attainable
for the typical Atlanta family. Contributions are being solicited
for funds, services, building materials, fixtures, appliances and
everything else necessary to build the home. All participating
vendors are required to demonstrate that their contribution will
promote EarthCraft standards.
The EarthCraft program is a voluntary green building program which
serves as a blueprint for healthy, comfortable homes that reduce
utility bills and protect the environment. EarthCraft homes are
thoroughly inspected and tested (for factors such as air leakage and
carbon monoxide safety) before the homeowner moves in. They are
proven to help save energy and water and conserve natural resources.
They are more affordable because they help homeowners lower energy
costs by up to 30%, lower maintenance and repair costs, and even
lower doctor’s bills for health problems related to poor indoor air
quality.
Construction on The Green House is expected to be complete in
August, when the public will be invited to tour the home. WSB –TV
will film the entire building process and will run a special
one-hour prime time program in September telling the story of the
innovative partnership behind the home’s creation, as well as the
remarkable transformation of the larger West Highlands community.
The Green House will be auctioned off to the highest bidder in
October 2008. All proceeds from the sale will be given to Children’s
Healthcare of Atlanta, a not-for-profit organization that provides
care, research, teaching, wellness and charity care for the children
of Atlanta.
For more information on Brock Built’s new communities or The Green
House,
click here or call 404-351-7555.
Melissa Danielson of Solid Source Realty Takes on
Sales at The Cottages at Heron Bay Golf and CC
June
2008 - Melissa Danielson of Solid Source Realty has taken on the
sales for Windsong Properties' The Cottages at Heron Bay Golf and
Country Club. Danielson has more than twenty years of marketing,
management and sales experience. The Cottages is an intimate Active
Adult neighborhood of 67 homes by Windsong Properties, where
low-maintenance homes start in the mid $180,000s. Heron Bay is a
beautiful master-planned community in Henry and Spalding counties,
just south of Atlanta.
“The Cottages are a wonderful Active Adult community that I just
love,” said Danielson. “The reason is the people, product, and
place. It’s the people that make a place home, and there are
wonderful neighbors in The Cottages. Empty nesters, couples, widows,
singles, from all over love this place because the people who live
here truly care about their neighbors and the place they call home.
The relaxed, well maintained, inviting atmosphere is evident from
the moment you drive in to the area.”
Danielson, who lives in McDonough, Ga., specializes in new
construction; resales; second homes; land; VA, HUD and bank-owned
homes in the metro Atlanta area and coastal Georgia/ St. Simons
Island. She is a Multi-Million Dollar Producer, Lifetime Member of
the Circle of Excellence and ranked in the top 10% of Henry County
Sales Production. Danielson is a local, state and national member of
the Board of Realtors and an Active Life Member of the Metro South
Association of Realtors.
New homes at The Cottages at Heron Bay offer spacious ranch plans
from approximately 1,800 to 2,000 square feet with up to three
bedrooms and three full baths, front porches, private courtyards,
rear patios and attached, two-car garages. The interiors feature
Corian® countertops, hardwood floors, designer baths, and upgraded
lighting packages and cabinetry choices. With lawn maintenance taken
care of and Heron Bay’s incredible amenity package, homeowners in
The Cottages have the opportunity to relax and enjoy the many
opportunities for leisure (such as walking trails, swimming pools,
golf, tennis and more) everyday. Windsong Properties is currently
offering a builder’s closeout special with significant discounts on
each of these four homes. For more information about new homes in
The Cottages at Heron Bay,
click here or call 770-898-1042.
Minerva Properties Announces Direct Lot Sale
Program at Heron Bay Golf & Country Club
June 2008 – Minerva Properties is offering future homeowners a rare
opportunity at Heron Bay Golf and Country Club. For a limited time,
buyers will be able to purchase a lot in either The Links or
Lakeview neighborhoods, with the option of delaying construction on
their new home for up to two years. Fifty lots varying in size from
one-half acre to one and a half acres are available under this
program and are priced from $74,000 to $387,000. Lot locations
include a mix of interior lots, golf lots and several spectacular
lakefront and lake view lots.
“This is an incredible opportunity for future new homeowners,” said
Brian Davison, Managing Partner with Minerva Properties LLP, the
developer of Heron Bay Golf and Country Club. “Homeowners can
purchase their home site now while interest rates are at historic
lows. They can then delay the construction process for a period of
up to two years, allowing them time to sell their existing home,
arrange financing or to design their new home.”
New lot owners will have access to the full spectrum of resort-style
amenities available to all Heron Bay property owners upon closing.
These amenities include the newly opened Lakefront Park with covered
Pavilion overlooking the 1,100 acre Cole Reservoir, a three-pool
aquatic center with kid-friendly water features, seven miles of
walking trails, a tennis center, children’s play park and sports
field and the 5,000 square foot community Lodge with fitness center.
Residents can also elect to become members of the golf facilities at
Canongate at Heron Bay, which includes an 18-hole championship golf
course, quality practice facilities, clubhouse and restaurant, and
reciprocity at other Canongate courses.
To find out more information about Heron Bay Custom Homes and the
Direct Lot Sale Program, call 770-898-4891,
click here or stop by the sales office, which is open seven days
a week. To visit Heron Bay, take I-75 South to Exit 216. Turn right
and proceed five miles to Heron Bay Golf & Country Club.
Tyler Perry’s “The Family that Preys” filmed at The Astoria at
the Aramore
May 2008 – Kairos Development Corporation’s Buckhead high-rise,
The Astoria at the Aramore, served as a filming site for the
upcoming motion picture “Tyler Perry’s The Family that Preys.”
Earlier this month, Tyler Perry and Lionsgate Films spent 24 hours
over two days shooting scenes for the film at The Astoria at the
Aramore. Filming was conducted on the ground floor and the 12th
floor of the building.
The film stars Tyler Perry, Kathy Bates and Alfre Woodard, and is a
story about a friendship between two women and about the struggles
each of their families face. In the story, Kathy Bates is the head
of a powerful Atlanta family whose longstanding construction
business is facing a vicious power struggle.
According to Jack Williams, Business Director for Kairos Development
Corporation, the site of The Astoria at the Aramore was chosen by
the producers of the film because of the building’s location on
Peachtree Road and the status of the job site.
Inviting home exteriors with large balconies and an actual backyard
setting along Peachtree Creek, allow homeowners to enjoy the serene
outdoors without leaving the comforts of home. An abundance of
amenities are offered at The Astoria to cater to homeowners’ every
need, including a pool, heated spa, private poolside cabanas,
poolside summer kitchens and grilling areas, state-of-the-art
fitness center overlooking the sundeck, concierge and street-level
retail and dry cleaning services. Each condo provides a magnificent
180-degree surrounding city view, which was accomplished through the
use of abundant windows and large balconies. Resident move-in is
anticipated for Summer 2008, where new condos are priced from the
$400,000s and penthouses are priced from the $900,000s.
For more information about The Astoria at the Aramore, call
404-355-6999 or
click here.
Final Active Adult Opportunity at Windsong Properties
May 2008 – Only four new homes remain in Heron Bay Golf and Country
Club’s most popular Active Adult neighborhood, The Cottages. The
Cottages is an intimate Active Adult neighborhood of 67 homes by
Windsong Properties, where low-maintenance homes start in the mid
$180,000s. Heron Bay is a beautiful master-planned community in
Henry and Spalding counties, just south of Atlanta.
Homes
at The Cottages at Heron Bay offer spacious ranch plans from
approximately 1,800 to 2,000 square feet with up to three bedrooms
and three full baths, front porches, private courtyards, rear patios
and attached, two-car garages. The interiors feature Corian®
countertops, hardwood floors, designer baths, and upgraded lighting
packages and cabinetry choices. With lawn maintenance taken care of
and Heron Bay’s incredible amenity package, homeowners in The
Cottages have the opportunity to relax and enjoy the many
opportunities for leisure (such as walking trails, swimming pools,
golf, tennis and more) everyday. Windsong Properties is currently
offering a builder’s closeout special with significant discounts on
each of these four homes. For more information about new homes in
The Cottages at Heron Bay, call 770-898-1042.
Residents at The Cottages will enjoy the 1,100 acre Cole Reservoir,
18-hole Canongate golf course, three-pool aquatic center, seven
miles of walking trails, lighted tennis center and a 5,000 square
foot community lodge with fitness center. A beautiful Lake Front
Pavilion is currently under construction and set to open this
summer.
To visit Heron Bay, take I-75 South to Exit 216. Turn right and
proceed five miles to Heron Bay Golf and Country Club. For more
information, call 770-516-3409 or
click here.
Only a Few Homes Remain at McCar Homes’ Carrington in Cobb County
May 2008 – McCar Homes’ Carrington community is 70 percent full and
only eight homes remain along the historic Silver Comet Trail.
Carrington is a luxury new townhome community located in
sought-after Cobb County and offers new homeowners the opportunity
to live in a historic setting with all the modern luxuries of today.
New
Townhomes at Carrington are priced from the $140,000s to $160,000s,
and are available in three bedroom plans with two and a half
bathrooms at approximately 1,588 square feet. New homes along the
Silver Comet Trail feature great views of trees and portions of the
trails. The interiors include state-of-the-art features such as
upgraded appliance packages, designer lighting fixtures, a variety
of flooring including hardwoods and countertop and cabinet choices.
Living within walking distance of one of the state’s most popular
trails allows residents to exercise the natural beauty of the Silver
Comet’s hike and bike trails. Carrington’s homeowners will also
enjoy the community swimming pool and cabana modeled after the
original Silver Comet Trail train station. Residents will enjoy
close proximity to some of the best shopping areas in Cobb County
including The Avenues at West Cobb and Arbor Place Mall. Children at
Carrington attend Powder Springs Elementary, Copper Middle and
McEachern High schools.
To visit Carrington, take I-75 North to Barrett Parkway and turn
left. Proceed 12 miles and turn right on Powder Springs Road. Travel
to C.H. James Parkway and turn left. Continue to Florence Road and
turn left. Community will be on the right. For more information on
Carrington, call (770) 439-7038 or
click here.
Last
Opportunity to Call Faircroft Home
May 2008 –There are only three new townhomes left at McCar
Homes’ premier townhome community, Faircroft, located just miles
from Georgia Highway 400 in the sought-after Johns Creek and
Windward areas of Forsyth. Townhomes are priced from the $220s and
the last remaining homes feature floorplans from the Village
collection.
The three townhomes available from the Village Collection are the
Farmington and Milton floorplans. The two-story townhomes range in
size from approximately 2,182 to 2,222 square feet and consist of
three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. All of the new
townhomes at Faircroft offer state-of-the-art design features
including upgraded appliance packages, designer lighting fixtures, a
variety of flooring, including hardwoods, granite countertops and
high-end cabinet choices. The homes exteriors are just as appealing
as the interiors, featuring three-sided brick and two-car garages.
All of the new townhomes offer private lots, backing up to wooded
areas.
In addition to the beautiful homes, homeowners will enjoy the
community swimming pool, cabana and tennis courts. Sidewalks wind
throughout the community. Due to the community’s Forsyth County
location, homeowners can take advantage of the community’s close
proximity to shopping, dining and entertainment while at the same
time enjoying the low Forsyth County taxes. Children at Faircroft
attend Forsyth’s top rated schools: Big Creek Elementary, South
Forsyth Middle School and South Forsyth High.
To visit Faircroft, take GA 400 North to McFarland Road (Exit-12A
East). Go one mile to the dead end of McFarland at McGinnis Ferry.
Turn left onto McGinnis Ferry. Faircroft is one mile on the left.
Or, take 400 North to Exit 11 (Windward Parkway) turn right. Go
three and a half miles to the end of Windward. Turn right onto
McGinnis Ferry Road. Faircroft is half a mile on the left. For more
information on Faircroft,
click here or call (770) 772-4630.
Haven Properties offers new 2 Year Energy Usage
Guarantee
May 2008 – Haven Properties, the award-winning builder of EarthCraft
and Energy Star certified luxury homes, is now offering a 2 Year
Energy Usage Guarantee on every new home. The company will actually
pay the difference in energy costs if you use more electricity and
natural gas than they think you will during your first two years as
a Haven Properties homeowner.
“We’re putting our money where our mouth is,” said Haven Properties
President Mike Baptist. “Our technologically advanced approach to
construction guarantees that our homes will use energy efficiently.
Not only that, it also makes our homes healthier and more
comfortable to live in. Buyers won’t be disappointed.”
Haven applies energy modeling calculations for each home through
residential energy analysis software. The model takes into account
the home’s dimensions, its position and components of its
construction to predict the number of kWH and Therms it will use. At
closing, the homeowner receives a certificate outlining their home’s
floorplan and its estimated usage. The homeowner sends Haven monthly
copies of gas and electric bills, which are reviewed and tallied for
annual usage at the end of 12 and 24 months. At those times, Haven
pays any overages by multiplying them by the cost per kWH and Therms
as stated on the bills.
Haven Properties builds in Cherokee, Cobb, Dawson, Douglas, Forsyth
and South Fulton counties with price ranges from the high $300,000s
to the $700,000s. For more information on Haven Properties, call
770-752-0919 or
click here.
Pottery Barn Inspired Model Home Opens at
Kensington Creek Manor
May 2008 – Bowen Family Homes and Pottery Barn have partnered to
provide new home buyers with design ideas. Located in Kensington
Creek Manor in the Lawrenceville area of Gwinnett County, the
Pottery Barn inspired Dorchester model showcases furniture and
accessories which are available at the popular home furnishings
store. This single-family home community offers homebuyers the
choice of 12 different floor plans, both ranch and two-story,
ranging from three to four bedrooms. The 2,452 square foot
Dorchester home was fully decorated by Jason Craigo of Pottery Barn
with the helpful insight of onsite agent Patty Shipley.
Homes at Kensington Creek Manor are priced from the $170,000s making
them ideal for new home buyers, many of which may not always have
the furniture and accessories they desire to fill their home.
Each room within the two-story Dorchester home features items from
Pottery Barn which can be purchased for approximately $5,000. When
deciding what furniture and accessories to feature in the home,
Craigo said he chose items that were hot sellers at Pottery Barn,
such as the Chesapeake dining table located on the patio in the
backyard.
In addition to the multitude of ideas buyers at this Lawrenceville
community may receive, homeowners also enjoy a fabulous array of
amenities that are perfect for gatherings with family and neighbors,
including a swimming pool, mushroom fountain, tennis courts,
playground and a picnic pavilion with grill.
With the Mall of Georgia less than five miles away, residents of
Kensington Creek Manor benefit from close proximity to some of the
finest dining and shopping in Gwinnett County. In addition, Discover
Mills and the Gwinnett Arena are also convenient to the
Lawrenceville community. For spectacular outdoor activities, Lake
Lanier is less than 10 miles from the community.
Kensington Creek Manor is located in a popular section of
Lawrenceville, with convenient access to the shopping and dining at
The Mall of Georgia and major commuter routes, including Highway 316
and I-85. To visit, take I-85 North to Exit 115 (Georgia 20), and
turn right towards Lawrenceville.
Travel approximately 4.5 miles, and turn left on Georgia 124,
Braselton Highway. Turn right on Old Fountain Road, and the
community will be on the right.
For more information about Bowen Family Homes, please call their
Atlanta regional headquarters at 678-325-4554 or 1-877-MY BOWEN or
click here.
The Providence Group Dedicates Covered Bridge at
Woodbridge Crossing to Smyrna Mayor Max Bacon Ribbon cutting
ceremony held Tuesday, March 25
April 2008 - More than 200 guests joined The Providence Group as the
new home builder dedicated the covered bridge at Woodbridge Crossing
to Smyrna Mayor Max Bacon on Tuesday, March 25th. To commemorate the
opening of the bridge, special guests, including agents, homeowners
and representatives from the media, attended a ribbon cutting
ceremony and celebration sponsored by Countrywide Financial at the
community. View our video.
Woodbridge Crossing is located in the Concord Covered Bridge
Historic Area of Smyrna. The community features single-family
courtyard and garden homes priced from the low $400,000s to the
$500,000s.
“The
dedication of the new bridge at Woodbridge Crossing was a success,”
said Ginny Bryant, Director of Marketing for The Providence Group.
“We were honored to have so many special guests attend, including
Mayor Max Bacon, City Council Representative Pete Wood, Harold Smith
with the Smyrna Historical Society and Titus Edwards a
representative from York Bridge Concepts, the company that designed
and built our one-of-a-kind bridge at Woodbridge Crossing. It was a
delight to see the mayor’s face when we unveiled the plaque
announcing that the bridge was named after him. We hope this bridge
will be a joy to residents of the community and Smyrna for many
years to follow.”
During the event, guests were invited to tour the model homes and
clubhouse at the community and were treated to a catered lunch by
Carolyn’s Gourmet Café. Numerous prizes were given away throughout
the day, including a custom pub bar, bar stools, and four teak
lounge chairs donated by Towne Lake Heating and Air, a flat screen
TV, spa gift certificates, gift certificates to local restaurants
Atkins Park and McCray’s Tavern, gym memberships with a personal
trainer, and $1,500 in cash.
Designed exclusively for the property, York Bridge Concepts built
the bridge at Woodbridge Crossing. The double lane bridge crossing
over Nickajack Creek, was built to withstand the rigors of
modern-day traffic. However, the look of the covered bridge adds a
touch of nostalgia to the community and preserves the history of the
land upon which it is built. For more information on York Bridge
Concepts you can visit them at ybc.com.
The homes at Woodbridge Crossing range in size from 2,500 to 3,500
square feet, and offer elegant exteriors featuring traditional
brick, siding and stone which blend with the carriage-style garage
doors. In addition, all homes incorporate a variety of interior
designer features, such as gourmet kitchens with granite
countertops, tile backsplashes, custom cabinets and stainless steel
appliances including double ovens; large master suites with
luxurious baths including garden tubs and walk-in showers; vaulted
ceilings, hardwood floors, detailed trim and eight-foot doors
throughout the main levels; and wrought-iron stair balusters.
Homeowners at Woodbridge Crossing’s gated community also enjoy an
array of fabulous amenities including a swimming pool, clubhouse
with full kitchen, outdoor seating area, outdoor fireplace, and the
beautiful York covered bridge over Nickajack Creek. In addition,
there are sidewalks on both sides of the street and oak and maple
trees planted in each front yard creating a very attractive
streetscape. Leaving more time to enjoy life and all the excitement
that surrounds the community, landscape maintenance will be provided
by the Homeowners Association.
To visit the neighborhood from downtown, take I-75 Nor |