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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

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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.

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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