Monday, February 27, 2012

Home of the Week Featuring The Dogwood Plan


Brannon Oak Farm’s most popular Villa plan, the Dogwood, is also The Orchards Group’s “Home of the Week.” Brannon Oak Farm is perfectly suited for any active adult seeking a great community.

Need easy living? The Dogwood features master and guest bedrooms on the first floor as well as two full bathrooms. In addition, the main living spaces all boast hardwood floors.

The living room is sure to please with its vaulted ceiling and skylights to allow for plenty of natural lighting. This room also has plenty of built-in cabinet storage for all of your entertainment and media as well as space to display pictures and other items.

All active adults will find a use from cooking to entertaining for the home’s great kitchen. The kitchen contains 42-inch maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a large island with flush granite bartop. Have a big family? Have no worries because there is sure to be ample room to seat everyone in either the dining room or the separate breakfast room.

Homeowners will also have a space to house visiting family. The upstairs contains a guest suite as well as a loft area that overlooks the living room. Plus, there’s even more options for storage with the upstairs attic and in the two-car garage.

For those wanting some outdoor living or entertaining space as well, the home features a sunroom and rear patio. These spaces are sure to make enjoying gorgeous Georgia weather even better. The outdoor space is all maintenance-free with included irrigation system, building maintenance, landscaping and trash removal.

The community features amenities such as a clubhouse, two pools, a cabana and the perfect tree-filled background.

If you want to make The Dogwood in Cumming your next home, call 678-513-8879 to schedule a tour. For additional information, visit www.OrchardsGroup.com.

Monday, February 13, 2012

Home of the Week in Cumming Features Popular Design

Built by The Orchards Group, the Ashewood is the new "Home of the Week." As The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm's popular ranch condominium design, the Ashewood has also been reduced from $267,000 to $244,950--making it very affordable. It has never been a better time to buy in this upscale, active adult community with already 120 homes sold.

The home features two bedrooms and two baths with tons of storage. The Ashewood includes a two-car garage with storage area for trash can, tools, etc. and a large, unfinished storage area over the garage accessed by a true walk-up staircase. An automatic garage door opener and key pad are included with the home.

Elegantly designed, the interior of the Ashewood features 10 foot ceilings with trey ceilings in the bedrooms, a gas fireplace in the living room with tile surround and a gourmet kitchen. With 36 inch maple cabinets, undercabinet lighting, granite countertops with tile backsplash and crown molding on the cabinets, the kitchen will impress all guests.

The Ashewood also impresses with upgraded plumbing and lighting fixtures, gorgeous hardwood floors in the foyer and kitchen and upgraded carpet throughout the rest of the home. The screen porch faces a landscaped berm—giving residents extra privacy and ability to listen to the chirping birds. There is also an additional uncovered patio area for grilling out and placing outdoor furniture.

The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm offers true maintenance free living with landscape maintenance, all exterior building maintenance, landscape irrigation and trash removal.

Residents enjoy amenities such as a fitness center, clubhouse, firepit, arbor, barbecue grill and lawn area.

Live in one of The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm’s most popular homes. Schedule a tour today by calling 678-513-8879. For additional details, visit www.OrchardsGroup.com.

Thursday, February 2, 2012

New Atlanta Homes From Ashton Woods at Notting Hill


Residents of Notting Hill in Cumming, Ga., will soon be welcoming new neighbors to the community. Ashton Woods Homes recently announced plans to build 56 Atlanta new homes at this well-established community.

"We are very excited to be building at Notting Hill," Dwayne Hill said. "This neighborhood is simply gorgeous, with charming estate homes that are truly impressive. Our homes will blend in with the existing community while still offering unique architecture and energy-efficient features."

These new homes will be priced from the mid $200,000's, with four bedrooms and 2.5 baths. There are three floor plans to choose from ranging in size from 2,500 to more than 3,000 square feet. Regardless of which home is selected, buyers will be able to save up to 45 percent on annual energy use thanks to several energy-efficient upgrades.

Homebuyers will love the luxurious interiors of the homes at Notting Hill. Standard features include 9-foot ceilings on the main level, crown molding, chair rail and more. The lifestyle kitchens have Whirlpool appliances; undermount stainless steel sinks; granite countertops and backsplash; and Timberlake Fairfield maple cabinets with crown molding. Each master bath has a garden tub, cultured marble countertops. Moen chrome bath fixtures and a separate shower with ceramic tile surround and tile floor. Other standard features include three-car carriage garages and three-sides brick exteriors. 

Select plans have options for sunrooms and finished basements. Buyers can also customize their homes even further with options from the 12,000-square-foot Ashton Woods Design Center.

Community amenities at Notting Hill include a pool, cabana, tot lot and two lighted tennis courts. Homeowners also enjoy the convenience of living in West Forsyth. This community provides east access to major work centers, retail and restaurants.
  
For more information call Beth Hubbard at 678-947-3083.

Monday, January 30, 2012

Home of Week at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm


Situated between golf courses and shopping centers, The Orchards Group's last "Home of the Week" for January is located at the active adult community, The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. Not only does the home, featuring the Haverford floor plan, have special details perfect for active adults, it has convenient access to the community's amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool and bocci ball green. The home is definitely a must see!

The Haverford’s property backs up to a heavily wooded common area that is perfect for bird watching and pristine views. Originally priced at $413,000 but marked down to $377,150, the home has ample amount of space to entertain friends and family while remaining small enough for changing needs. Enter the home through a grand entrance foyer, complete with hardwood floors. Make your way through the living room, large formal dining room and den.

In the kitchen, you will find a cooktop and a separate wall oven—great for cooking for guests or just two. The kitchen also includes 42-inch maple cabinetry with granite countertops and tile backsplash. The sunny breakfast room and covered porch are the perfect spaces for drinking coffee and reading the paper while the uncovered deck is perfect for planting, sun bathing or grilling.

As the community’s most popular single family home plan, the Haverford boasts two large bedrooms, extra transom windows for sunshine and privacy, his and hers closets and vanities, trey ceilings in all bedrooms, a full basement and hardwoods in the dining room, kitchen, breakfast room and living room.

When not enjoying your new home, participate in cards and games at the clubhouse, take cooking classes at the community kitchen or watch the big game on the clubhouse’s flat screen TV with 5.1 surround sound.

The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm is located near movie theaters, parks, shopping, medical centers and golf clubs.

To schedule a tour, call 678-513-8879 and say you want to see homesite 28. For more information, go to www.OrchardsGroup.com.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Brannon Oak Farm in Cumming Features Home of the Week


For active adults waiting to buy their dream homes, now is the perfect time! The Orchards Group's "Home of the Week" is located in The Orchards at Brannon Oak Farm in Cumming. Not only is the home close to golf courses and major shopping centers, it's price has been reduced from $393,060 to $359,850. The Cypress, one of the professionally decorated villa mode homes, has exceptional upgrades. Plus, the builder is offering an exceptional model home leaseback opportunity for any buyer who will close within 60 days of purchase agreement and then lease the home back to The Orchards Group for continued use as a model for up to eight additional months. Take a tour today, this home won't last long!

The Cypress is beautifully designed inside and out. With 2,650 square feet of space, the spacious home does not lack any details. Features include a professionally landscaped rear yard, large two-car garage, screened porch, oil rubbed bronze hardware throughout and hardwood floors in the foyer, living and dining rooms, den and kitchen.

The kitchen impresses with 42” mocha crème glazed maple cabinetry and dark brown granite countertops that are perfect for displaying your newest kitchen gadgets and dinnerware. Architectural columns add definition to the dining room, making it a great place to gather for meals. With a vaulted ceiling, exceptional built-in cabinetry and expanded windows, the living room will be the prime space for good conversations and relaxation. The laundry room is also on the main level, easily accessible from the master suite.

The upper level of the home includes a huge loft with open spindle handrail. Imagine having a sitting room or office space and being able to still chat with friends and family downstairs. The secondary bedroom has plenty of space for guests and is close to a full bathroom with granite vanity tops and upgraded plumbing and lighting fixtures. Plus, there is easy access to the attic with extra storage space for old collectibles and heirlooms.

The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm offers maintenance free living with larger floor plans, such as the Cypress, and dedicated rear yards for additional entertainment space. The community is right down the street from Wal-Mart, Kroger, Publix, restaurants, stores, Lake Lanier and so much more. Residents enjoy a grand clubhouse, two pools and even a cabana.

Make the beautiful Cypress your home today! Call 678-513-8879 to schedule a tour. Also, check out www.OrchardsGroup.com for more information.

Monday, January 2, 2012

New Atlanta Homes at Woodstock Knoll

Are you searching for Atlanta new homes? If so, Ashton Woods Homes has a wonderful opportunity for you. The builder recently opened a new section at Woodstock Knoll in Cherokee County. The Overlook at Woodstock Knoll features new floor plans that offer two-car side-entry garages and up to 3,800 square feet of space.

To showcase these new homes, there is also a new model home based on the Cambridge 2 plan for prospective buyers to tour. This gorgeous two-story home has four bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 3,606 square feet of space. A fireside family room opens into an island kitchen with maple cabinets, granite countertops and more. The luxurious master suite on the second level includes a sitting room and walk-in closets.

All homes at Woodstock Knoll have interior appointments like fireplaces with marble or slate surrounds; crown molding; chair railing; and hardwoods in the foyer, kitchen, breakfast area and powder room.

Each home also meets the platinum performance standards of the Environments for Living Program, which means homeowners can save up to 45 percent on annual energy use.

Amenities at Woodstock Knoll include a junior Olympic swimming pool; tennis courts; a clubhouse with a fitness room, kitchen and entertaining room; and more.

Aside from the wonderful amenities, homeowners also enjoy easy access to shopping and dining in downtown Woodstock. In fact, there are several fine galleries, boutiques and restaurants within walking distance of the community.

To learn mote about The Overlook at Woodstock Knoll, visit the Ashton Woods Homes website. You can also call Heather Heil or Lori Asche at 770-591-0244.

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Ashton Woods Homes' Milton Preserve Now Open

People interested in new homes in North Fulton County should visit Milton Preserve, a collection of just 39 homes in the sought-after city of Milton.

Homes at Milton Preserve have four bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Prices start from the mid $200's, and select floor plans have options for a third-floor walk-up or finished basement. Each home has 9-foot ceilings on the main level; crown molding; chair railing; and hardwoods in the foyer, breakfast area, kitchen and powder room. Other features include maple cabinets, granite countertops, volume ceilings and fine architectural detailing. The elegant master suites have walk-in closets and luxurious baths with garden tubs and separate showers with ceramic tile surrounds and tile flooring.

Every home at Milton Preserve also meets the platinum performance standards of the Environments for Living Program, which can save homeowners up to 45 percent on annual energy use.

If you'd like to see the community for yourself, a gorgeous home based on the Whitmore plan is now open.

To visit Milton Preserve, take GA-400 North to Windward Park (Exit 11) and turn left. Turn right on GA-9. Milton Preserve is located 2.6 miles on the right.

For more information on this neighborhood, visit the Ashton Woods Homes website.