Builder Magazine Ranks Highland Homes in Top 100

Highland Homes was recently recognized by Builder Magazine as one of the nation’s top home builders. The central Florida home builder ranked 73rd on the magazine’s Top 100 builders list, moving up 11 spots from the 84th place on last year’s list.

The consistent rankings in the top 100 showcase Highland Homes commitment to quality and longevity.

Highland Homes’ most recent growth is in the Blackwater Creek community, located on Galloway Road just a half mile from Knights-Griffin in the Lakeland area. Highland Homes will build three-, four- and five-bedroom homes of 1,800 square feet and up in the gated community. With homes priced from the low to mid $100,000s, Blackwater Creek is convenient to Lakeland Square Mall and I-4, yet it offers a quiet, secluded atmosphere.

Highland Homes is also building in the nearby Stonewood community, and the Stonewood model will serve as the sales center for Blackwater Creek. The 2,400-square-foot Winston II floorplan, offering four bedrooms and two bathrooms, is representative of the homes available in Blackwater Creek.

Highland Homes is also expanding into its sixth Central Florida county, Manatee County, where they will build homes in South Oak in Ellenton. Located near the Ellenton Prime Outlets, South Oak will extend affordable options and Highland Homes’ signature quality and value to a new group of Florida new home buyers. The three- to five-bedroom homes, with up to almost 2,700 square feet, are priced from the $100,000s.

The Ridge at Quail Run, Homes Now Starting in the $180s

Your Southern dream-home just got more affordable. Greater Valley Group recently announced the new section of its master-planned community, The Ridge at Quail Run. Quail Run is located just five miles north of West Point, making it an ideal location for those looking for new homes in West Point Ga. Homes in this section of Quail Run will begin in the $180s. The community also contains The Park at Quail Run, where homes begin in the $200s.

Quail Run has terrific amenities. A recently completed pool, pavilion and tennis courts are the perfect place to hang out with the family. The community also contains a multipurpose sports field and fishing pond for residents to enjoy.

The community is located near the new Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia plant and is a perfect location for Kia team members or employees of suppliers to call home. Quail Run is also great for retirees, who enjoy property taxes of under $1000 a year.

For more information on Quail Run, visit the Greater Valley Group website.

Bowen Family Homes Extends Move-In Packages at Cypress Springs and Kensington Creek Manor

Buying a new home is exciting, but moving in can be a daunting task; especially when you have to outfit your new house with all of the essentials. However, moving into your new home just became easier now that Bowen Family Homes has extended its move-in package offer for new contracts that close by Sept. 30 at its Gwinnett County communities of Kensington Creek Manor and Cypress Springs. The move-in package has everything you'll need to get your home up-and-running including a side-by-side refrigerator, washer, dryer and blinds.

Plus, Kensington Creek Manor has two move-in ready homes starting at $169,900 and Cypress Springs has one move-in ready home priced at $165,325. Now, you can quit renting and immediately move into your dream home.

Kensington Creek Manor is located in Lawrenceville and features 4 and 5 bedroom floorplans that range from 2,216 to 2,888 square feet. However, spacious homes are not all that this community has to offer. Residents can experience all of the fun amenities that Kensington has to offer including a neighborhood pool, mushroom play fountain, cabana, playground and lighted tennis courts.

Located in Sugar Hill, Cypress Springs homes range from 2,007 to 2,488 square feet and feature four-bedroom floorplans. The available, move-in ready home at Cypress Springs features a formal dining room, spacious kitchen and four large bedrooms.

For more information about Bowen Family Homes' move-in packages at Cypress Springs and Kensington Creek Manor, visit the website.

New Floorplans and Community Manager at Whitemarsh

Home buyers coming to Whitemarsh will be treated to two brand new features: additional floorplans and a new community manager, Declan Conroy.

Homes in the Leesburg new homes community of Whitemarsh begin from the $120s, and can be purchased with as littles as $99 down through Highland Homes' special promotion. With the addition of the new plans, there are now 35 available designs to choose from.

The model home in Whitemarsh is the Winston II floorplan, one of Highland Homes' most popular plans. With 2, 350 square feet and four bedrooms, the home comes with many luxury items standard, including; wood cabinets, tiled tubs and showers, landscaping with irrigation and a screened lanai. The home also includes plenty of storage with over-sized areas and walk-in closets in all of the bedrooms.

Whitemarsh is located next to Dilly Marsh, offering fabulous views from many of the homesites. The community also makes an easy commute, located near the Florida Turnpike. The community is also close to recreation activities such as hiking, kayaking, golfing and fishing or near fabulous restaurants and shopping.

For more information, visit the Highland Homes website.

Move-In Package Keeps Lawrenceville GA Home Buyers Cool and Clean

Kensington Creek Manor home buyers who write a contract by August 31 will stay cool and clean with a special move-in package from Bowen Family Homes, which was ranked a top Atlanta homebuilder. The package includes a complimentary side-by-side refrigerator, washer, dryer and blinds – just the items a family needs for a new start in a new home.

For buyers of inventory homes in Kensington Creek Manor, Bowen Family Homes has also reduced prices by $5,000. Already priced right, these homes will now provide an even more outstanding value for home buyers who are ready to move in quickly.

One of the inventory homes, located at 716 Westmoreland Lane, offers four bedrooms and three baths in 2,500 square feet. Trey ceilings make the owner’s suite feel extra large, while the garden tub and separate shower pamper with the extra touches of luxury home buyers want. Bowen Family Homes doesn’t save all the good things for the owners, though. Details throughout the home provide the finishing touches and high quality finishes that are signatures of this Atlanta based builder.

Kensington Creek Manor offers plenty to do outside, too. The neighborhood is convenient to the Mall of Georgia and other Gwinnett County shopping, dining and recreation. For play, there’s plenty to do right at home. A pool with mushroom fountain, a playground and tennis courts provide opportunities for fun, sun and exercise.

Visit the Bowen Family Homes website for more information on Kensington Creek Manor and available homes.

McGinnis Reserve Perfect for Active Families

Does your family like to spend the weekend hiking, biking or fishing? If so, McGinnis Reserve is the perfect place to call home.

From the gorgeous 20-acre lake to the walking trails and parks, this Suwanee new homes community is perfect for outdoor novices and pros. The community also features a pool (with mushroom play fountain for the littlest family members), tennis courts and a clubhouse. Another bonus for McGinnis Reserve is the access to the Suwanee Greenway Trail System - perfect for walking, running or biking long distances.

Such amazing amenities can easily be yours, and a move-in ready home is currently available. The home is the Vickery design, and the last opportunity to own that design in this community. Six bedrooms and four bathrooms ensures plenty of space for your family and guests. A large kitchen overlooking the breakfast and family area is designed to perfectly hold all of your kitchen needs. The first floor also features a library, dining room and one of the bedrooms, which can be utilized as a home office. Upstairs, the remaining bedrooms are blissfully secluded from the hustle and bustle of family life below. This spacious home is priced at $319,900.

For more information about McGinnis Reserve, visit the Bowen Family Homes website.

Highland Homes Provides $2,500 Discount on Award-Winning Models

Time is almost out to use Highland Homes' $2,500 discount offer on the Casa Key II and Treymore models.

Why these specific designs?

As a central Florida home builder, Highland Homes recently participated in the Tampa and Polk Parade of Homes. The Casa Key II cleaned up with awards for best exterior, floorplan, kitchen, master bath, overall quality and home of the year. The Casa Key II features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, perfect for many-sized families.

The Treymore took the award for Grand Prize and is larger than the Casa Key II with four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Highland Homes is proud to have such an award-winning portfolio of homes, and strives to be the value leader in central Florida. Highland Homes can be counted on to deliver the best in new home choice, quality, value and satisfaction.

For more information on Highland Homes, be sure to visit the website.