First Time Home Buyers Seminar with Keystone Custom Homes

There are many questions first time home buyers have when it comes to buying their first home. Keystone Custom Homes is here to help with the anxiety that comes with buying a home with their First Time Home Buyers Seminar. Learn the ABCs of building, buying and financing a new home on Saturday, Jan. 31. Beginning at 10 a.m. to noon, this free event will be held at the Heritage Hotel located at 500 Centerville Road in Lancaster, PA.

During this seminar, Keystone Custom Homes will cover building, buying and financing a new home. Attendees will learn how to purchase a home with no money down and will also learn how to start a responsible financing plan. Other tops include how to improve credit scores, how to avoid the two biggest mistakes that first time home buyers make and how to save money.

Just One Home Remains at North Georgia Active Adult Community

The Orchards Group continues to experience high sales volume in all of its north Georgia communities. The Orchards of East Cherokee is selling its last home before joining its sister community, The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farms, as sold out.

The final home at this Cherokee active adult community is a maintenance-free ranch condominium priced at $255,000. Located at 134 Owns Farm Lane, this two bedroom, two bathroom condominium home was the former model home for The Orchards of East Cherokee and features upgrades all throughout the house. A sunroom, site-finished hardwood flooring, carpet, tile, and upgraded plumbing, lighting, trim and paint combine to make this home fresh and attractive at first glance. Extensive kitchen upgrades include granite countertops, a Kohler cast iron sink and stainless steel appliances. With a two-car garage and front porch, this home is a wonderful blend of space and comfort paired with easy home access and convenience.

Additionally, this home includes landscaping and lawn maintenance from the homeowners association, leaving residents free to enjoy their home and community without the hassle of yard work and home repairs. Community amenities at The Orchards of East Cherokee include a spacious clubhouse with a media room, fitness room and gourmet kitchen, complemented by a waterfall plaza and swimming pool outside.

For more information on the final home at The Orchards of East Cherokee, contact the community sales team by calling 678-513-8879, or visit www.OrchardsGroup.com.    

Purchase a New Home this Holiday Season

Looking for a change of pace this holiday season? How about a new home? For a new outlook and new possibilities, Keystone offers House Swap as a quick, easy and sure way to sell an old home and get a brand new Keystone home in exchange.

Also known as Certain Sale, Keystone Custom Homes’ House Swap program pairs sellers with real estate professionals or in-house consultants to find the best buyer and price for a home sale. Once the seller is enrolled in the House Swap program and cleared by an approved lender, the process to buy a new home begins.

Construction Underway on Amenities at The Orchards of Stoney Point

Construction is underway at The Orchards Group’s newest active adult community. Located in the desirable Cumming area, The Orchards of Stoney Point’s clubhouse is already 50 percent complete, meaning it will be fully functional and ready to use by the time the community’s first resident moves in.

“As the focal point of the social scene, we understand the value of having the amenity package operational when the first homeowners move in,” explained Mitch Block, director of sales and marketing with The Orchards Group. “Thanks to the mid-September start date, the amenities will be open by the time the first homes are complete.”

The clubhouse at The Orchards of Stoney Point will have the same features that all of the clubhouses built by The Orchards Group possess. Large community gatherings will be held in the clubhouse’s grand room and residents can enjoy socializing and relaxing in the sitting room. In addition, there will be a kitchen, fitness center and The Orchard Group’s first ever saltwater swimming pool!

The five model homes at The Orchards of Stoney Point are also under construction. These model homes will reflect two designs that have been in previous communities built by The Orchard Group. Two will feature ranch condominium plans from the Southern Heritage Collection, while the remaining three will feature the master-on-the-main townhome plans from the Arbors Collection.

The Orchards Group has sold 28 new homes so far at The Orchards of Stoney Point. This means that more than 20 percent of the homes in this community have already sold! These homes range from the $270,00s through the $380,00s and will showcase both the Southern Heritage and the Arbors collections.

The Orchards of Stoney Point is located just south of Peachtree Parkway (Highway 141). Only one mile east of GA 400 at exit 13, this community is in the sought-after Cumming area. Residents will be convenient to nearby shopping and entertainment including multiple golf courses, North Point Mall, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Lake Lanier and the Collection at Forsyth.

For more information about the new active adult community at The Orchards of Stoney Point, please contact, Sales Associates Craig Smith and Deborah Reahm at 678-513-8879 or visit www.OrchardsGroup.com. 

Sales Continue to Skyrocket at The Orchards of Stoney Point

Within weeks from being developed, The Orchards of Stoney Point has already begun to sale an impressive amount of homes! The Orchards Group is proud to announce that 23 contracts have been written during the pre-grand opening phase, and sales are expected to keep climbing in this active adult community.

“In addition to the 23 sales, we still have more than 25 home site deposits that will be converting to Purchase Agreements during the next 30 days,” said Mitch Block, director of sales and marketing with The Orchards Group.

Located in the charming city of Cumming, the newest Orchards Group neighborhood offers two unique combinations of homes that are priced from the $270,000s to the $380,000s. 

These separate portfolios allow future home buyers to pick the perfect home of their choice.

The Arbors Collection offers a unique villa townhome design that was originally featured in a previous community. With a large master suite on the main floor, these homes also feature a variety of living spaces including a media loft, guest bedroom suite on the second floor, screened-in porch or optional sunroom, and a quaint backyard for outdoor living.

The Southern Heritage Collection design offers an award-winning ranch condominium plan that features two bedrooms, or two bedrooms plus a den, on the main floor that is sure to please any active adult buyer. The second floor offers an extra bonus room and a third full bath. A screened porch or optional sunroom and a covered porch add outdoor living space.

This community also offers its homeowners many amenities. Homeowners have full access to the Grand Clubhouse with its many features, including a large saltwater pool, fitness center, card and game area and a large gourmet kitchen. Active adults may also relax in the grand room by the fireplace or watch a movie on the flat screen television.

The Orchards of Stoney Point is located just south of Peachtree Parkway (Highway 141) and one mile east of GA 400 off of exit 13. Conveniently located nearby are many shopping, dining and entertainment options to choose from including North Point Mall, multiple golf courses, Lake Lanier, The Collection at Forsyth shopping center and Northside Hospital Forsyth.

The homes at The Orchards of Stoney Point are going fast! For more information on this new active adult community, contact Sales Associate Craig Smith and Deborah Reahm at 678-513-8879 or visit www.OrchardsGroup.com. 

Keystone Custom Homes Offers Free Home Buyer Seminar

Hints of a cool and colorful fall are appearing just in time for the next free Keystone home buyer seminar. Keystone offers periodic seminars for first-time home buyers to help navigate the sometimes overwhelming process of first-time home ownership, and the next will be Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to noon.

“2014 brought a huge growth to the home building industry,” said Janette Hawkins, vice president of Marketing and Information Technology at Keystone Custom Homes. “As more people enter the market, we are meeting with a lot of first time buyers. They all have the same questions and concerns. This seminar will address all that and more.”

Construction Taking Place at The Orchards Group’s Newest Community

Construction has begun at The Orchards of Stoney Point, a new active adult community from The Orchards Group in Cumming. Scheduled to be completed in December, the clubhouse is the center of social life at all of The Orchards Group’s communities, so it’s only fitting that it’s the first structure under development.

“It’s always enjoyable to drive into the community and see the activity at the clubhouse,” said Mitch Block, director of sales and marketing for The Orchards Group. “The clubhouse is the central hub of the social scene and year-round activities and events for our residents.”

At The Orchards of Stoney Point, the grand clubhouse will consist of a large gathering room with a flat screen television and a fireplace, a fitness center, sitting room and a spacious kitchen. Outside, there will be a stunning outdoor swimming pool that will be the first saltwater pool at an Orchards Group community.

Construction will soon begin on the community’s five model homes, which will showcase popular plans from both the Southern Heritage and Arbors collections. The Ashewood and Charleston ranch condominium floor plans will be complete and available for touring in mid-December, while the Cypress, Dogwood and Birch master-on-the-main townhome villas will be complete by early January.

There will be a total of 130 active adult homes at The Orchards of Stoney Point that are priced from the $270,000s through the $360,000s. For more information on this community, contact the sales center by calling 678-513-8879 or visit www.OrchardsGroup.com. 

Only Eight Homes Remain at Cherokee County Active Adult Community

Active adult home buyers have limited opportunities remaining to purchase a new home at The Orchards of East Cherokee, an active adult community near Canton. With an incredible sales pace seen so far in 2014, these final eight homes are sure to sell quickly.

The final eight homes consist of The Orchards Group’s popular maintenance-free ranch condominium plans. Priced from the low to mid $200,000s, these homes include either spacious screened porches or sunrooms. With the final homes currently under construction, buyers will still have time to make many of the interior design selections, such as paint colors and upgrades.

Like all communities from The Orchards Group, The Orchards of East Cherokee offers a variety of amenities for its residents to enjoy. Residents can spend time outside at the swimming pool or waterfall plaza, or they can enjoy staying cool in the clubhouse, which has a media room, gourmet kitchen and fitness center.

The Orchards of East Cherokee’s convenient location means that homeowners are close to Roswell, Canton, Woodstock and Alpharetta, which all offer a variety of great shopping, dining and entertainment options. In addition, the new Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta is just a short drive away, providing residents with even more great shopping options.

If you’re ready to make the move to a new active adult home today, then call The Orchards of East Cherokee’s sales center at 770-345-5409 to learn more about these final eight homes. Or, visit www.OrchardsGroup.com. 

Keystone Continues Growth with New Communities

Throughout the past year, Pennsylvania home builder, Keystone Custom Homes, has been on a path of expansion. They are excited to announce their latest growth effort with their two new communities Timberlake and Charleston Ridings. These communities both offer beautiful single-family homes with prices starting in the $200,000s.

Keystone’s new community at Timberlake offers residents a serene Wernersville location that also provides access to Route 422, shopping and dining. Residing within Berks County, these homes range from the $230,000s and gain access to the Wilson School District. One of Keystone’s popular floor plan options available in this community is the Emerson. This home offers 2,880 square feet, four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and a price tag of $251,932. The plan boasts a spacious foyer and kitchen with a breakfast area, as well as an upstairs laundry room and walk-in closets. Additional options to the home include a deck, sun room, and a fifth bedroom.

Charleston Ridings is Harrisburg’s latest Keystone community, and offers homes priced from the $260,000s. The Dauphin County location gives residents access to the sought after Central Dauphin School District, as well as a bordering park, entertainment, shopping and major transportation routes. One of the community’s available floor plans is the Windsor. This plan offers 2,227 square feet, four spacious bedrooms, and two and a half bathrooms. The is priced at $281,235, and includes a mud room, breakfast nook, spacious kitchen with island and an upstairs laundry room.

To learn more about these new communities and to view Keystone’s other floor plans, visit their website at www.keystonecustomhome.com. 

Keystone’s Pin-teresting Spring Campaign

Lancaster home builder, Keystone Custom Homes, took a very pin-teresting approach to their most recent social media campaign! Their “Decorate Keystone’s Model Home for Spring” campaign ran through April and into May, where participants created Pinterest boards filled with spring home decorating ideas.

In order to be included in the chance to win the grand prize – a $250 gift card to Pottery Barn – contestants had to follow a few steps. Each board had to be titled “Decorate Keystone’s Model Home for Spring,” and include at least 10 pins that used the contest-specific hashtag #DecorateKCHHomeForSping.

Eye-Catching Buyer’s Incentives at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm

Along with beautiful homes and great amenities, The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm community is offering impressive buyer incentives. Only four opportunities remain in this community, and you don’t want to miss these deals.

The final master-on-the-main townhome villa features the Dogwood ranch plan. Priced at $315,000, this home comes with a $15,000 incentive for buyers, who can choose to put the money towards upgrades for the home, towards the overall cost or use the money as they please. This two bedroom and two bath villa is a great option that offers residents a spacious floor plan, fireplace, screened porch and cathedral ceilings.

The other three opportunities are condominium homes with three bedroom and three bath floor plans, two of which are move-in ready. The third home is featured as the model home and will be available for purchase towards the end of this year. The buyer’s bonus for these homes is $10,000 and can be used however the buyer chooses.

The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm residents enjoy the luxurious clubhouse that boasts an indoor fitness center, two cards and games rooms, gentlemen’s den with fireplace, grand room with fireplace, large gourmet kitchen, restrooms, a large covered rear veranda and a sparkling outdoor pool. Residents can also get to know one another around the club house’s outdoor firepit, arbor, barbecue grill and lawn area.

Residents in Forsyth County over the age of 65 do not have to pay the school tax, which means many residents at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm pay lower taxes. This community is conveniently located near GA 400, Lake Lanier, Alpharetta, downtown Roswell, golf courses and the new Northside Hospital Forsyth.

Contact the community sales center today by calling 678-513-8879, or visit www.TheOrchardsGroup.com for more information about these great homes and incentives.

Pin to Win with Keystone Custom Homes

What warm weather images on Pinterest have inspired your home this spring? Why not pin your favorite spring home looks and be entered for the chance to win a $250 Pottery Barn gift card?

Keystone Custom Homes is hosting a Pinterest contest that could make you a winner. The “Decorate Keystone’s Model Home for Spring” is a fun way for you to post your favorite pins of living rooms, bathrooms, bedrooms and more in order to give them some great spring decorating tips for one of their model homes.

Smith Douglas Communities Offering Incentives on New Homes in Cherokee County

Smith Douglas Communities is pleased to announce that it is now offering both a broker’s bonus and a home buyer’s incentive at Station at Prominence. Located just two miles from I-575 and close to shopping, restaurants and entertainment, Station at Prominence is an upscale, established Cherokee County community that offers new homes being built by Smith Douglas Communities.

For a limited time, new home buyers can receive $15,000 off of basement home sites, while brokers can earn a $1,000 bonus on two select basement home sites. However, these fabulous incentives on Smith Douglas Communities’ new Cherokee County homes will only be available through the end of April.

Located on home site 74, the Buffington is a four bedroom and three bathroom move-in ready home that is priced at $194,500. This stunning house features a gourmet kitchen complete with granite countertops, tile backsplash, large island and a breakfast nook, as well as a family room with a cozy fireplace and a large fenced backyard.

These special incentives are also available on home site 189. This four bedroom and two-and-a-half bathroom home is priced at $188,900 and includes an additional loft or sitting space. The open concept first floor make this home perfect for entertaining and offers a 12-seat dining room, gourmet kitchen and a spacious family room with a cozy fireplace. Upstairs, the large master suite has trey ceilings and dual vanities topped with cultured marble countertops.

For more information on the new Cherokee County homes that are available at Station at Prominence, contact the SDC Realty onsite agent by calling 404-307-1162 or visit www.SmithDouglas.com. 

Learn the ABCs of Buying a Home at Free Seminar

Spring is often the start of the busiest season for home sales. For first-time buyers, the process can be overwhelming. Lancaster home builder Keystone Custom Homes wants to ease the process with a seminar for anyone looking to buy their first home.

The seminar will be held on Saturday, March 29 in the Heritage Hotel at 500 Centerville Road in Lancaster. The two-hour class kicks off at 10 a.m. and will go through the ABCs of building, buying and financing a home for the first time.

Discussions will cover a wide range of topics related to buying a home including:

• Using a responsible financing plan to purchase a new home in Lancaster
• The importance of saving money and how to do it effectively
• Why credit scores matter
• The big mistakes that first-time buyers commit and how to not fall into the same traps

“Those that attend the seminar will leave knowing that owning has never been easier,” said Keystone Custom Homes Vice President of Marketing Janette Hawkins. “They will be even more excited to start their new home search.”

Attendees will also learn how affordable it is to buy a new home for just $1,825 a month that features walk-in closets, a garage and more.

The seminar is free for all attendees, but reservations are required because space is limited. Keystone Custom Homes will give all attendees a $50 gas card, a free credit report and a copy of Automatic Millionaire by David Bach. Call Jennifer Baxter at 717-464-9060 ext. 129. More information on the seminar is available at www.keystonecustomhome.com. 

New Homes in Woodstock Ready for Families

Cherokee County is quickly becoming one of the most popular places for families to lay down roots near Atlanta and Smith Douglas’ Woodstock Village has new homes available in a great location close to downtown Woodstock.

Woodstock Village is tucked away off of Highway 92 just a few minutes from all of the activity and energy of the city. Atlanta home builder Smith Douglas Communities offers five unique home plans with prices starting at $151,900. All of the homes in Woodstock Village are two stories and feature three or four bedrooms and two-and-a-half to three-and-a-half bathrooms.

The Kensington plan is a cozy home that includes a one-car garage and a patio. Homebuyers have the option of adding a fireplace to the living room and still having plenty of space for the whole family to spend time downstairs together. A half bath and large kitchen with dining nook round out the first floor. Three bedrooms with walk-in closets upstairs are complemented by two bathrooms and a laundry area.

Homeowners can choose between a slab or a basement with the popular Ellenwood plan. Visitors entering through the front door are greeted with a long foyer that is great for art lovers or those who want to display family photos. Home cooks will love the spacious kitchen with optional island that sits off of the large great room with fireplace. The owner’s suite upstairs boasts a gorgeous bathroom with garden tub and a wide walk-in closet.

The Carrington plan is the largest plan offered for new homes in this fast-selling Woodstock community. Buyers can choose between either 2,137 or 2,478 square feet with new home prices from $184,900. Relax on the front porch or watch the big game with friends in the oversized family room. Host a dinner party in the elegant dining room or sit on the back patio and watch the night sky. The owner’s suite upstairs features a trey ceiling and a very large bathroom with options for a garden tub or a bath and shower combination.

With all that Woodstock offers, it’s no secret why so many families are finding the right new home for them in Cherokee County. Learn about all of the great homes available from Smith Douglas Communities by visiting www.smithdouglas.com.

Final Homes Available Now at Cumming Active Adult Community

The Orchards Group is down to its final eight homes at its Cumming active adult community, The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. With all of the single-family homes having sold, there are only three ranch condominiums and five master-on-the-main villas remaining.

Each of the ranch condominium homes are priced from $299,000 to $320,000, and these homes include a $10,000 buyer’s incentive that can be used any way you want it. Two of the ranch condos are available now and they feature the popular Ashewood and Charleston floor plans, which include an upstairs bonus room with a third bathroom and an abundance of designer upgrades. The final ranch condominium is the community model home and it will be for sale later this year.

The master-on-the-main townhome villas are priced from $300,000 to $345,000 and they also have an outstanding $15,000 home buyer’s incentive that can be used towards closing costs, upgrades and more. Currently, there are four villa homes under construction that will be available in late spring or early summer, while one villa home is move-in ready now. Featuring the beautiful Dogwood plan, the move-in ready home has three bedrooms and three bathrooms and is priced at $315,225. The new homeowner that purchases this home will enjoy a gourmet kitchen complete with granite countertops, a serene screened porch, extensive hardwood flooring, an upstairs loft and a spacious master retreat.

Homeowners will have access to an abundance of amenities at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm both inside and just outside of the community. The grand clubhouse features a large kitchen, gentleman’s den with a library, fitness center and card and game rooms. There is also a swimming pool, fire pit, barbeque grilling area and a community lawn. The community is also just minutes away from GA 400, the Collection at Forsyth, Lake Lanier, multiple golf courses, downtown Roswell, Alpharetta and the new Northside Hospital Forsyth. In addition to the excellent amenities, residents will enjoy a low tax rate as those over the age of 65 do not have to pay the school tax.

For more information on the final homes at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, contact the community sales center by calling 678-513-8879 or visit www.TheOrchardsGroup.com.

River Brooke Features Options to Accommodate All Families

There is no better time to buy a new home, and the River Brooke community in Cherokee County is ideal for families of all sizes. Phase II is now open with ranch and two-story homes priced from the $150,000s under construction by Atlanta home builder Smith Douglas.

River Brooke is a growing community in Canton situated close to I-575 where new families and empty nesters can find the right sized home for the right price. Buyers can select from a wide range of floor plans with three to five bedrooms and two or two-and-a-half bathrooms. With nine floor plans, the perfect one is out there for everyone.

The Pruitt floor plan is a single-floor home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. A patio outside the dining room makes a great place for cookouts in the summer, and the open kitchen with an optional island provides plenty of room for chefs who need a lot of space for cooking large meals.

A second-floor bonus room makes a great playroom for the kids or a fourth bedroom in the Belmont floor plan. The first floor features an open kitchen adjacent to the large family room where everyone can relax together after a day of work and school. The owner’s suite includes a large walk-in closet and a bathroom with a garden tub and shower. The Belmont stretches across up to 1,927 feet depending on the options and is priced at $171,900.

Families that need more space will love the five bedroom and three bathroom Buffington floor plan. It’s spacious at 2,508 square feet, but still feels cozy. The gourmet kitchen includes a breakfast space, and an optional fireplace in the oversized family room will offer some welcome heat in the winter. The owner’s suite upstairs features his and her walk-in closets and a beautiful bathroom that has an option for a dual vanity sinks. The Buffington is priced from $178,900 and has several other options to ensure buyers get exactly the home they want.

Learn more about newCherokee County homes in River Brooke by calling 678-880-8795 or by visiting www.smithdouglas.com. 

Forsyth County Active Adult Community Down to Final Homes

One of metro Atlanta’s top active adult builders, The Orchards Group, has nearly sold out of homes at its Forsyth County community. With just 13 homes remaining, more than 95 percent of the homes have been sold at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm.

The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm is home to three distinct home styles - ranch condominiums, master-on-the-main villas and single-family homes. There are 12 condominiums and villas remaining that are priced from the $290,000s while only one single-family home remains. The final home is priced at $319,000 and has three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Construction will be completed on these final homes within the next two to four months, leaving buyers with time to select many of the interior design features for their home. The Orchards Group is also offering a buyer’s incentive of $10,000 to $15,000 on the remaining homes, making now the perfect time to purchase at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm.

In addition to beautiful homes, The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm has outstanding community amenities. Homeowners can enjoy the fantastic clubhouse that is complete with a gourmet teaching kitchen, gentlemen’s den with a library, fitness center and card and game rooms. They can also enjoy a swimming pool, fire pit, community lawn and a barbeque grilling area.

Homeowners at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm will be pleased to learn that taxes are extremely affordable, especially for those owners over the age of 65, who are exempt from the school tax. The Forsyth County location also provides residents with a quick commute to GA 400, Lake Lanier, the Collection at Forsyth, multiple golf courses, downtown Roswell, Alpharetta and the new Northside Hospital at Forsyth.

The Orchards Group has chosen Forsyth County as the home for its next community, The Orchards at Stoney Pointe, due in part to the wonderful response that was seen at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. For more information on this community, which is scheduled to open in the spring, click here.

For more information on the final active adult homes at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, contact the community sales center by calling 678-513-8879 or visitwww.OrchardsGroup.com.

Rolling Meadows: The Perfect Family Community

Don’t miss out on a home in Rolling Meadows, the newest community by Keystone Custom Homes. The community is full of family-friendly amenities and features that make it a great place to find your new home.

There is no doubt one of the many floor plans available will be perfect for your family. The Belmont floor plan with Traditional elevation includes a porch where children can play while parents chat with neighbors. An open family room is great for parties, and moms who love to cook will enjoy the gourmet kitchen with breakfast space. The Belmont is priced at $166,236 and also includes a two-car garage.

Stretch out in front of the fireplace and stay warm in the cozy Hamilton floor plan with Heritage elevation. Three bedrooms, a study and spacious family room allow the whole family to have plenty of personal space in this home starting at $162,235. Don’t worry about fighting over closet space, because the owner’s suite includes two large walk-in closets.

Four bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms in the Windsor floor plan with Heritage elevation are great for larger families. The main floor includes a study, formal dining room and kitchen with an island. A beautiful fireplace anchors the large family room. The owner’s suite upstairs includes a walk-in closet and a bathroom with garden tub, shower and dual vanities. Prices for the Windsor plan start at $183,236.

The Rolling Meadows community includes a swimming pool with clubhouse and tennis courts. The community is just minutes away from great shopping and dining off of Routes 30 and 283.

Contact Barb DiBrito at 717-368-9831, or visit www.keystonecustomhome.com for more information about Lancaster new home builder Keystone Custom Homes.

Run Fast to Woodstock’s Fun and Fast-Selling Cornerstone Estates

Stay active in Cherokee County’s best-selling community, Cornerstone Estates. Located in an area that’s bursting with activity and homes priced from the $160,000s, it’s easy to see why home buyers are flocking to this community built by Woodstock home builder Smith Douglas Communities.  Be sure to act now, because only a few homes remain.

Start your day with a run along paved paths, and challenge friends to a few tennis matches on the community’s courts. Cool off in the pool and hang out in the cabana during the summer. If golf is more your game, courses are only a few minutes away, as are local parks and Lake Allatoona.

In addition to these great amenities, Cornerstone Estates is never far from all that Woodstock has to offer. A 15 minute drive to Olde Rope Mill Park opens up a world of outdoor fun, including bike trails, walking paths, fishing and canoeing. Also, shoppers can spend a full day at the Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta, the closest major outlet mall to Atlanta. Brooks Brothers, Kate Spade, Talbots and Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5^th are all must-visits in the shopping center.

Of course, homes are the primary reason to pick a community. The ones at Cornerstone Estates include plenty of features to make the buying decision easy. Ranch and two-story floor plans are available and offer two-car garages, beautiful owner’s suites and large kitchens with breakfast areas and islands. Sit out on the patio or deck in the evening, and watch the sun set before relaxing in the big family room.

Smith Douglas Communities prides itself on well-constructed homes. Sub-floors are built to reduce squeaking, shingles have a 25-year warranty and 14” floor joists minimize bouncing. Energy efficient windows, a 50 gallon electric water heater and insulated front and rear doors put an additional emphasis on keeping down power bills.

To see why new homes in Woodstock’s Cornerstone Estates are selling so well, visit the model home at 440 Parkstone Drive Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. Call 770-592-3160 to schedule an appointment, or visit www.smithdouglas.com. 

New homes Available in Stonehenge Reserve

Central Pennsylvania’s largest home builder is starting off 2014 with new homes in Stonehenge Reserve, a community located in Lititz near the Bent Creek Country Club. Homes in the new community built by Keystone Custom Homes are priced from the $300,000s and feature unique floor plans.

Each Lancaster new home at Stonehenge Reserve’s with the Windsor floor plan and Traditional elevation includes a gorgeous study, a formal dining room, a kitchen with an island and space for a breakfast table. The family room’s fireplace rounds out the spacious downstairs. Walk-in showers, garden tubs and dual vanities make the large private bathroom shine in the owner’s suite. A side load garage and a full front porch have Windsor homes looking good inside and out.

The Augusta floor plan includes a first floor owner’s suite, study and a gourmet kitchen with breakfast space and island. The family room boasts a fireplace too. Three bedrooms with walk-in closets and a loft fill the top floor.

Stonehenge is surrounded by plenty to see and do. A wide variety of eateries, entertainment and shopping are just a few minutes away. Bent Creek Country Club is a great place to spend an afternoon golfing or playing tennis. The club also features a fitness center with a gym and swimming pool.

Tour the model home today in Keystone Custom Homes' Worthington Community. Take Oregon Pike North from Route 30 and make a left after one-and-a-half miles into the Worthington Community on Royer Drive. The model home is the last home on the right after taking a left on Prescot Street. The home is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and Friday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend hours are Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Call Barb DiBrito at 717-368-9831 for more information.

Model Home Opens with Award-Winning Floor Plan

Smith Douglas is proud to open its newest model home at Cherokee Reserve in Canton. Featuring the builder’s OBIE award-winning floor plan, the Chestnut, the model is sure to be a buyer favorite!

The Chestnut has 3,377 square feet, five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths with an option for a sixth bedroom and fourth bath. With an open layout, the main level has tons of space and is perfect for entertaining guests. The foyer is adjacent to a living room with a kitchen and dining room just down the hall. A large family room is great for watching the big game with plenty of room to cheer on that favorite team.  There is also a half bath that can be upgraded and a study that can be converted into another bedroom.

Upstairs, enjoy a luxurious master suite with his and hers walk-in closets and a large master bathroom. There is also a loft and three bedrooms.

Additionally, the home has a two-car garage and a gorgeous outdoor living space. Outside, a patio is ready and waiting just off the kitchen. Grab a coffee and sit outside to watch the sunrise. It’s the perfect way to start the morning.

These Cherokee County homes for sale are also surrounded by great amenities. The Cherokee County School System is one of the best in the state, with strong test scores at every level. Restaurants, both chain and local, are just a few minutes away. Catch a football game on one of the many TVs at locally-owned Bedoe’s Bar & Grille, or enjoy breakfast at Sugar Pike Junction.

Prices for homes at Cherokee Reserve start in the $190,000s and are available for pre-sale now. Find more information at www.smithdouglas.com, or call agent Kelley Boatwright at 678-316-3776 to see how you can reserve your lot today.