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Single Level Living Alert at Oak Glen in Paulding County - Homes Available Now

It's a decision that every family buying a new home has to make, should you buy a single level home or one with multiple levels?  There are many advantages to single level living including: 

Perfect for all ages:  Whether you are a sunny senior or a young family with small children, single level living allows freedom of movement yet easy access for help and supervision.  Outside maintenance is also simpler to keep up since you don't have to hire someone to do simple maintenance.  With a single story home plan, you’ll be able to access all areas of your home with a ladder—a definite advantage 

Increased Energy Efficiency:  It’s easier to heat a single story house plan. Most modern single story house plans feature a central shared living area, surrounded by more private rooms such as bedrooms and offices. Heated and cooled air naturally flows through such a design. In contrast, multiple story house plans require more complex (and more costly) HVAC systems. 

Open Floor Plans:  Single story house plans tend to include a generous communal area, sometimes called the “Family Triangle” of living room, dining room, and kitchen. While older homes boxed each of these rooms off with walls, modern single story home plans are often designed to merge these three areas into one large, open space. Vaulted ceilings and expansive windows are often prioritized here, so as to create a comfortable and beautiful area where the whole family will naturally want to congregate. 

Easy to Expand Living Space:Assuming you have a large enough lot, it’s fairly easy to add a deck, sunroom, or patio to a single story home plan. In contrast, a two-story home will require structural analysis and careful planning for expansion. The ease of expanding outdoor living areas translates to a strong indoor/outdoor connection in many single story home plans. 

Without the structural demands of upper stories, designers often have more freedom to choose taller ceilings and pencil in more skylights and windows. The contemporary single story home can feel airy and spacious, if you choose the right design. 

Oak Glen is featuring three distinctive ranch plans at this time.  The Cambridge, Savannah II and the Albany.

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The Cambridge - 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bath - [Seen above] Come home to this splendid home plan featuring  entry foyer bordered by formal dining room with wonderful detailing on the left and powder room in separate hallway on the right.  Entertain grandly in your new custom kitchen featuring granite countertops, hardwood floors and beautiful hardware on kitchen cabinets. Kitchen features a island and overlooks large family room with fireplace.  Relax and retreat to your Master En-suite with spa-like bath featuring dual vanity, separate shower and garden tub plus "his & hers" walk-in closets.  Two more secondary bedrooms share a "Jack & Jill" bath with double sinks and separate bath area.  Side entry garage. Laundry room off of hallway behind garage.  22 Misty Oak - $178,853 

The Savannah - 3 bedroom/2 bath -  This beautiful ranch home features a split-bedroom design with formal dining room, family Room with stunning masonry fireplace featuring a timeless cedar mantle and raised hearth. The kitchen overlooks the breakfast area and family room and features gorgeous granite cuntertops, and 42" cabinets with crown molding detail.  Beautiful hardwood floors in Foyer, Family Room, Gallery, Dining Room, Kitchen and Hallways.    628 Oak Glen $171,530 

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Oak Glen is ideally located in Dallas located in Paulding County and a short distance from the new LakePoint Sports Complex. If you enjoy shopping, you will be close to Town Center at Cobb, Arbor Place Mall and The Avenue West Cobb with easy access to I-75, Hwy 92, Hwy 120 and Historic Marietta.  Plus you are just an hour or so away from Ellijay and the North Georgia mountains. 

Homeowners with children may attend Floyd L. Shelton Elementary Schools at Crossroad, Sammy McClure Sr. Middle School or North Paulding High School. 

At Kerley Family Homes "Its All About Value" but it is also about honesty and integrity.   With Kerley you get assurance that your home is built right backed by  a program of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association, the Certified Professional Home Builder designation is reserved for builders who are dedicated to maintaining the highest level of professionalism, customer service and homeowner satisfaction.

Not only is Kerley Family Homes a CPHB but they are Family Owned & Operated and accredited with the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating.  It is important when purchasing a home to hire a reputable builder.  KFH knows this is a big investment for you so they also offer a 2/10 Home Warranty. 

Visit the community:  I-75 to Glade Road (Exit 278). Turn left. At 3rd light(Hwy 92),turn right. At Hwy 41 (Cobb Pkwy), turn right. Travel Past Hwy 92 and turn left at light on Cedarcrest Road (2nd light after turning onto Hwy 41/CobbPkwy). Oak Glen is approximately 5 miles on the left. 

Homes from the mid 100's  

Check back often for more information or give us a call at 770-254-5382. 

*All information is believed to be accurate but is not warranted.  Subject to errors, omissions, changes and/or withdrawals without notice.

New Windsong Model Open at Dallas’ Premier Active Adult Community

ATLANTA – Windsong Properties is excited to announce that its decorated model home at Windsong Manor in beautiful Dallas, Georgia is now open. Located in a private enclave within the master-planned community of Seven Hills, the model home features The Fairmont Terrace floor plan and offers active adult buyers a low maintenance lifestyle in a picturesque and breezy setting.

“The Fairmont Terrace model home gives active adult buyers the opportunity to see first-hand the elegant and low-maintenance lifestyle that we offer,” said Mark Carruth, managing partner of Windsong Properties. “Buyers will love the home's open floor plan with the option to easily live on the main level - as well as the convenience of having lawn maintenance and trash removal handled by the homeowner's association.”

Starting at $309,000 with an unfinished terrace, the decorated Fairmont model home features three bedrooms, three bathrooms, 3,141 square feet of living space, multi-level outdoor living areas and a two-car garage with ample storage. This home is perfect for entertaining and offers a spacious great room with fireplace that flows seamlessly into the kitchen with island and walk-in pantry. A dining room is located just steps from the kitchen and a large deck provides plentiful space for residents to mingle and relax with friends.

The Fairmont home design offers easy single-level living with Windsong's signature accessibility features built in, like step-less entry. Enjoy a large owner's retreat with a walk-in closet and luxurious bathroom, the convenience of a spacious laundry room, a private study and an additional guest bedroom and full second bathroom – all on the main level.

The model home boasts the finished terrace option with a third bedroom and bathroom, hobby room, entertainment room with fireplace and wet bar as well as a large storage area. Here you can appreciate Georgia's seasons with a large private patio. The finished terrace offers a sanctuary for guests or additional entertaining space. Windsong also offers a single-level version of the thoughtfully designed Fairmont plan starting at $274,000.

Residents of Windsong Manor will soon have access to a private community clubhouse, providing opportunities for homeowners to socialize with other like-minded people in the same stage in life. The builder is slated to break ground on the Windsong Manor clubhouse this year.

Residents also have full access to the Seven Hills Park that boasts many desirable amenities including an outdoor water park that offers a zero-entry saline pool, water play area and a large bowl slide. The park also features tennis and pickle ball courts, a playground for the grandchildren and a clubhouse for regular community activities. This walkable community also features miles of walking paths woven throughout the master plan.

Windsong Manor at Seven Hills is the perfect location for active adult buyers who want to be closer to their family in Acworth, Cartersville, Marietta, Kennesaw and Douglasville. With beautiful streets and manicured landscaping, you will quickly see the benefit of living in an up and coming community, positioned close to life's necessities including medical offices, shopping and dining. The community is two miles from your neighborhood Publix and is conveniently located near the shopping and dining options at Towne Center Mall, historic Marietta Square, and small town main streets of Dallas and Acworth. Tour Windsong Manor and the Fairmont today and see just how convenience this location is and how easy living can feel.

For more information about Windsong Manor, its homes and homebuyer stories, visit www.windsonglife.com, and Live Where Life's A Breeze!

Luxurious Active Adult Model Home for Sale at Windsong Manor

Easy, low-maintenance living in the thriving, family-focused Seven Hills

ATLANTA – Windsong Properties is excited to announce the luxurious Bentley model home for sale in the charming community of Windsong Manor. Located in the thriving and family-focused Seven Hills area of Dallas, Georgia, the walkable and amenity-rich community offers discerning active adults a low-maintenance lifestyle with beautiful detached ranch homes, picturesque streetscapes, rolling hills and Windsong’s renowned quality and customer service.

The Bentley floor plan, priced at $459,065 is an elegant ranch home with a finished terrace, three-car garage and multi-level outdoor living including a screened deck. On the main floor, an open great room flows onto a screened deck with open area for grilling, maximizing entertainment area for family and friends. The owner’s suite is spacious with a spa-like bathroom and two walk-in closets. You will also find two more bedrooms, a bath and a study – and the laundry room is steps from the garage, creating a drop zone that can be easily hidden.  

For additional space, the terrace level is an oasis for guests that stay over. Family and friends will enjoy the extra bedroom and bath, an entertainment room with fireplace and kitchenette, a recreational room and patio. Accessibility features are built right in with a step-less entry point, lever handles, wider door and hallways and more.

Homeowners have access to the amenities of a large scale community and the privacy of a tight knit neighborhood with like-minded friends. The Seven Hills Park is a lot of fun for the grandkids with an outdoor water park featuring a zero-entry saline pool, water play area and a large bowl slide. The park also includes a clubhouse, tennis and pickle ball courts, a playground, and more. Also enjoy the walkability of Seven Hills with miles of sidewalks and paths woven throughout.

Nestled in the breezy hill country of Dallas, Windsong Manor is conveniently located just a few miles from the neighborhood Publix and Starbucks. The community is also close to many shops and restaurants, as well as Red Top Mountain State Park, Lake Allatoona, Town Center Mall, Historic Marietta Square and thriving historic main streets like those found in Acworth and Dallas. This location allows for an hour drive to the Atlanta airport without ever getting on an interstate.

Come see the Bentley model today at Windsong Manor! Take I-75 North to Exit 278 (Glade Road). Exit, and travel west. Turn right onto Lake Acworth Drive/Hwy 92. Turn right onto Hwy. 41/Cobb Pkwy. North and then turn left onto Cedarcrest Road. Travel for 4.4 miles and make a right onto Seven Hills Boulevard. Travel two miles, and Windsong Manor will be on the left.

For more information, please call 770-917-8082 or go to www.windsonglife.com. Office hours are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.

Locally owned, Windsong Properties was founded by Mark Carruth and Steve Romeyn in 2004 with a mission to improve the lives of their active adult homebuyers. The company was founded by the principle that the transition from family home to empty nest should be an enjoyable and exciting experience. This team shares more than three decades of building experience and understanding of the needs and desires of the active homebuyer. Needs and desires which include open ranch floor plans, no-step doorways, wider hallways, extensive design selections, lever handles, included yard maintenance, the ability to lock and leave and so much more. Windsong Properties has been awarded numerous Guild Quality Customer Satisfaction and Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association OBIE awards, including 50+ Community of the Year for Somerset. Windsong invites you to visit our communities so you can see why homeowners live “Where Life’s a Breeze.” For more information please visit the website  at www.windsonglife.com or call 770-516-3409.

Atlanta Chapter of 50+ Housing Council: Focused and Forward-Thinking

Since its inception in 2005, the Atlanta Chapter of the 50+ Housing Council has grown to one of the nation’s largest 50+ councils. This expert consortium of housing professionals, including builders, construction companies, marketing professionals, financial experts and senior living communities strongly supports the 50+ Housing Council mission: to bring its members the best information, education, and research about the booming 50+ active adult housing market.

The Atlanta 50+ Housing Council focuses on several vital areas of interest to its members and the general GAHBA membership. Some of this year’s new initiatives include:

1. The launch of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council’s new website and newsletter.
2. The introduction and support of the Georgia-wide ALL Homes Program.
3. Targeted advocacy on behalf of its members, and participation by Atlanta 50+ Housing Council board members in national NAHB events.

New Atlanta 50+ Housing Council website and newsletter:

Steve Hess, Vice President with Atlanta New Homes Directory and member of the 50+ Council and on the 50+ Housing Council’s2014 Board of Directors, designed and built a brand new website that was launched in August 2014. In addition, a new monthly newsletter was also introduced.

“We are the voice of the 50+ housing industry in Atlanta, and we want our voice to be loud and clear,” says Hess. “Our objective is to be a leading source of information and research on the active adult, independent living, service-enriched and assisted-living markets, and an updated and streamlined website is a major and necessary tool for our members.”

The website (50plusatlanta.net) highlights the focus of the 50+ Council and

• elucidates on its mission and that of the Greater Atlanta HBA;
• lists events and upcoming speakers;
• provides information on sponsors, members and active adult and senior communities in the greater Atlanta area, and
• invites interested professionals to join the rapidly growing membership of the 50+ Council.

ALL Home Program

The 50+ Council is a strong supporter of the HBAG ALL Home Program. A Liveable Lifestyle Home is a voluntary certification program where design features built into a new or within a remodeled home promote a liveable and accessible lifestyle – something that is highly desirable for the growing number of clients who make up the 50+ housing market.

“Today’s consumers, including boomers and seniors, are interested in having a home that includes features like an accessible path with no steps into their home, and a home with wider doorways,” notes Bettie Sleeth, Consultant, Regulatory Affairs with the Home Builders Association of Georgia. “The ALL Home program is for builders, remodelers and consumers in all price points and home types.” ALL Homes’ new website provides lots of information about this new initiative that is embraced by the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council.

According to Jim Chapman, Founding Member and Chairman of the ALL Home Program, Board Member of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council as well as a member of the Board of Trustees of the NAHB 50+ Housing Council: “It is very important for the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council to educate as many builders, as well as consumers, about the ALL Home Program.

“We have designed the ALL Program in such a way that it is easy for builders to incorporate the program’s features, and encourage as many builders in the 50+ housing market to get on board. We are certain that this designation adds real value to a home, and that it will certainly improve the quality of life of the residents who select an ALL Home.”

Getting Involved On behalf of the 50+ Council Membership

Members of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council maintain a national tie with all other NAHB 50+ Housing Council members by serving on committees focused on Editorial & Articles for the online magazine, National Awards and Events and Educational Programs focused on the 50+ housing market at the annual International Builder Show in Las Vegas. This year’s IBS will be held on January 20 – 22, 2015. To learn more about attending the show and the 50+ Educational Programs, visit http://buildersshow.com/Home/.

“Be sure to attend the 50+ Housing Awards Presentation on Wednesday, Jan 21 [2:30 PM - 4:30 PM],” says Chapman. “Come join your peers for a networking reception, followed by a presentation of the winners of the 2015 Best of 50+ Housing Awards. Enjoy seeing the best homes and communities designed to appeal to the mature buyer, as well as the best marketing campaigns, the best lifestyle programming and examples of state-of-the-art innovation. It’s a complete package: meet, mingle, learn something new and fresh, and wind down after a busy day. Tickets are $35 which includes hors d’oeuvres and open bar.”

At the most recent 2014 NAHB Fall Board Meetings in Phoenix, Betsy Sheppard, president of Gilbert & Sheppard Group and an active member of the NAHB’s 50+ Housing Council’s Board of Trustees, participated in the Board of Trustees meeting which focused on the 50+ Council’s activities across the country. Sheppard notes that “One of the best ways to get involved in the NAHB 50+ Council is to volunteer your time and talent working on a committee. To learn more about joining a NAHB 50+ Housing Council committee, contact [email protected].”

More Reasons to Join the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council

The ‘silver tsunami’ is an apt description of the booming growth of the housing needs of active adults, whose numbers will grow exponentially in the next twelve years.

Building appropriate, liveable housing for this market, and responding to the market’s needs in a thoughtful, educated way will ensure success for members of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council. Being a part of the 50+ Council will provide the education, training, advocacy, representation, and networking builders and vendors need - now and in the years to come.

“As a member, you will receive excellent exposure throughout the industry. You will enjoy many networking and educational opportunities. You will be part of a focused and forward-thinking group of dedicated professionals who appreciate that education and training are the cornerstone of your continued success,” says Chapman. “I look forward to welcoming you to our next meeting!”

To join the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council, please visit www.50plusatlanta.net/#home.

To learn more about the ALL Home Program, please contact Betty Sleeth at [email protected].

Atlanta Chapter of 50+ Housing Council: Focused and Forward-Thinking

Since its inception in 2005, the Atlanta Chapter of the 50+ Housing Council has grown to one of the nation’s largest 50+ councils. This expert consortium of housing professionals, including builders, construction companies, marketing professionals, financial experts and senior living communities strongly supports the 50+ Housing Council mission: to bring its members the best information, education, and research about the booming 50+ active adult housing market.

The Atlanta 50+ Housing Council focuses on several vital areas of interest to its members and the general GAHBA membership. Some of this year’s new initiatives include:

1.    The launch of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council’s new website and newsletter.
2.    The introduction and support of the Georgia-wide ALL Homes Program.
3.    Targeted advocacy on behalf of its members, and participation by Atlanta 50+ Housing Council board members in national NAHB events.

New Atlanta 50+ Housing Council website and newsletter:

Steve Hess, Vice President with Atlanta New Homes Directory and member of the 50+ Council and on the 50+ Housing Council’s2014 Board of Directors, designed and built a brand new website that was launched in August 2014. In addition, a new monthly newsletter was also introduced.

“We are the voice of the 50+ housing industry in Atlanta, and we want our voice to be loud and clear,” says Hess. “Our objective is to be a leading source of information and research on the active adult, independent living, service-enriched and assisted-living markets, and an updated and streamlined website is a major and necessary tool for our members.”

The website (50plusatlanta.net) highlights the focus of the 50+ Council and
•    elucidates on its mission and that of the Greater Atlanta HBA;
•    lists events and upcoming speakers;
•    provides information on sponsors, members and active adult and senior communities in the greater Atlanta area, and invites interested professionals to join the rapidly growing membership of the 50+ Council.

ALL Home Program

The 50+ Council is a strong supporter of the HBAG ALL Home Program. A Liveable Lifestyle Home is a voluntary certification program where design features built into a new or within a remodeled home promote a liveable and accessible lifestyle – something that is highly desirable for the growing number of clients who make up the 50+ housing market.

“Today’s consumers, including boomers and seniors, are interested in having a home that includes features like an accessible path with no steps into their home, and a home with wider doorways,” notes Bettie Sleeth, Consultant, Regulatory Affairs with the Home Builders Association of Georgia. “The ALL Home program is for builders, remodelers and consumers in all price points and home types.” ALL Homes’ new website provides lots of information about this new initiative that is embraced by the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council.

According to Jim Chapman, Founding Member and Chairman of the ALL Home Program, Board Member of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council as well as a member of the Board of Trustees of the NAHB 50+ Housing Council: “It is very important for the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council to educate as many builders, as well as consumers, about the ALL Home Program.

“We have designed the ALL Program in such a way that it is easy for builders to incorporate the program’s features, and encourage as many builders in the 50+ housing market to get on board. We are certain that this designation adds real value to a home, and that it will certainly improve the quality of life of the residents who select an ALL Home.”

Getting Involved On behalf of the 50+ Council Membership

Members of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council maintain a national tie with all other NAHB 50+ Housing Council members by serving on committees focused on Editorial & Articles for the online magazine, National Awards and Events and Educational Programs focused on the 50+ housing market at the annual International Builder Show in Las Vegas. This year’s IBS will be held on January 20 – 22, 2015. To learn more about attending the show and the 50+ Educational Programs, visit http://buildersshow.com/Home/.

“Be sure to attend the 50+ Housing Awards Presentation on Wednesday, Jan 21 [2:30 PM - 4:30 PM],” says Chapman. “Come join your peers for a networking reception, followed by a presentation of the winners of the 2015 Best of 50+ Housing Awards. Enjoy seeing the best homes and communities designed to appeal to the mature buyer, as well as the best marketing campaigns, the best lifestyle programming and examples of state-of-the-art innovation. It’s a complete package: meet, mingle, learn something new and fresh, and wind down after a busy day. Tickets are $35 which includes hors d’oeuvres and open bar.”

At the most recent 2014 NAHB Fall Board Meetings in Phoenix, Betsy Sheppard, president of Gilbert & Sheppard Group and an active member of the NAHB’s 50+ Housing Council’s Board of Trustees, participated in the Board of Trustees meeting which focused on the 50+ Council’s activities across the country. Sheppard notes that “One of the best ways to get involved in the NAHB 50+ Council is to volunteer your time and talent working on a committee. To learn more about joining a NAHB 50+ Housing Council committee, contact [email protected].”


More Reasons to Join the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council

The ‘silver tsunami’ is an apt description of the booming growth of the housing needs of active adults, whose numbers will grow exponentially in the next twelve years.

Building appropriate, liveable housing for this market, and responding to the market’s needs in a thoughtful, educated way will ensure success for members of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council. Being a part of the 50+ Council will provide the education, training, advocacy, representation, and networking builders and vendors need - now and in the years to come.

“As a member, you will receive excellent exposure throughout the industry. You will enjoy many networking and educational opportunities. You will be part of a focused and forward-thinking group of dedicated professionals who appreciate that education and training are the cornerstone of your continued success,” says Chapman. “I look forward to welcoming you to our next meeting!”

To join the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council, please visit www.50plusatlanta.net/#home.

To learn more about the ALL Home Program, please contact Betty Sleeth at [email protected].

Windsong Properties’ Heron Pond Makes Downsizing Easy

Active adults able to downsize without sacrificing quality or design at new low maintenance community in Woodstock

ATLANTA – Windsong Properties’ Heron Pond makes downsizing from a family home to empty nest easy. Priced from the low $300,000s in a highly desirable Woodstock location, the community offers low maintenance, detached ranch homes with attention to detail, courtyard retreats and lawn maintenance included. That is exactly what impressed homeowners Larry and Teresa Etherton.

“We wanted to downsize, but we were not willing to sacrifice quality and personal touches,” explained the Ethertons. “Our new home is customized and very elegant. We love it!”

The Etherton’s road to downsizing began about two years ago when the West Cobb couple wanted to move closer to their oldest daughter and two granddaughters in Woodstock. At the time, everything was too far away. Then, their daughter told them about Windsong Properties’ building a new community, Heron Pond on Highway 92.

“I remember when she told us that there was a 50-plus community being built near her,” said Teresa. “I felt like we weren’t ready for a retirement home, but the lifestyle sounded really great. We were tired of living in a typical neighborhood, where the homes are bigger, the traffic is heavier and there is just more to maintain.”

After receiving a positive referral for Mark Carruth, co-owner of Windsong Properties, from their former builder and meeting with Steve Romeyn, co-owner, Andrew Coles, builder at Heron Pond, and Kris Johnson, the onsite agent, the Ethertons were impressed and knew they were in good hands.

Selecting the Carson floor plan, the couple worked with the team to incorporate the courtyard patio into the main living area to make room for a game room with pool table. Their outdoor living area is still large enough for a fire pit, pavers and water feature. Additionally, the home is easy to entertain friends and family. Their kitchen sits across the billiards room and makes it optimal to socialize with others in the living area.  

“We had to part with a lot of stuff when we went from 5,600 to 3,100 square feet, but it felt really good to let go of stuff we had been holding onto,” said the Ethertons. “Our biggest concern was how to get our life into a smaller home, but it hasn’t been as awkward as we feared. We love this place and how spacious this plan is.”

Along with a gorgeous ranch home, the Ethertons are enjoying being able to lock-and-leave when traveling. “We set the alarm and go – with yard maintenance taken care of and a no-maintenance courtyard, we are free to travel and have an adventure,” commented the Ethertons.

In addition to low maintenance living, amenities at Heron Pond include a clubhouse (coming soon), a pond-side walking trail and landscaped parks. Residents are also close to Downtown Woodstock, Historic Roswell, The Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta, specialty groceries, original eateries and more. 

“Even Emma, our English lab, is really happy with this home, and we are excited to see how this community comes together,” said the Ethertons. “We finally live ‘Where Life’s a Breeze!’”

For more information about Heron Pond, call the sales office at 770-516-3678 or visit www.windsonglife.com.

Locally owned, Windsong Properties was founded by Mark Carruth and Steve Romeyn. The two bring more than three decades of local building experience to Windsong Properties, ‘Where Life’s a Breeze.’ As empty nesters themselves, Mark and Steve have firsthand knowledge of the desires of active adults and are passionate about creating communities and homes for empty nesters. From the design of the community and its amenities to the floor plans and the unique customer service approach, every decision made at Windsong Properties is targeted to the 50-plus, empty nester group. Windsong Properties has been awarded numerous OBIE awards from the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association including 50+ Community of the Year in 2010 for Somerset in Woodstock, Ga. Windsong Properties invites you to visit one of its communities to see how easy living the Windsong lifestyle can be. For more information on Windsong Properties and its homes, visit www.windsonglife.com or call 770-516-3409.

 

Jim Chapman Brings Vital Insights, Energy to NAHB 50+ Housing Council

“Active Involvement Is Essential for Growth”

ATLANTA - Jim Chapman, president of Jim Chapman Communities and Jim Chapman Fine Homes in Atlanta, was recently installed as Second Vice Chairman of the 50+ Housing Council Board of Trustees of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). He will be the Chairman in 2016.

Still several years away from his own 50^th birthday, Chapman determined early on in his career that he wanted to serve on local, state and national boards and committees within the housing industry.

“As a home builder and developer of a wide variety of neighborhoods, including luxury home and active adult communities, it is important to me that I give back to our industry,” says Chapman. “I am honored to take on a variety of leadership roles and share my ideas and my vision, and help set direction and policies that may affect homeowners and home builders for years to come.”

In his current national position on the Board of Trustees of the NAHB 50+ Housing Council, Chapman is in charge of their 2015 50+ Awards Ceremony in Las Vegas, and he fully expects that more home builders, architects and designers than ever before will enter their product for recognition during this nationwide event.

“Participating in this national 50+ Awards Ceremony in 2015, either as an entrant or as an attendee, will give 50+ Housing Council members great exposure throughout the industry,” he notes. “There will be lots of networking opportunities with other home builders from all over the country. Make plans now to be at our 2015 Awards Ceremony in February! Come meet other experts who are just as passionate about building fabulous homes and communities that are especially targeted to the fast-growing active adult and senior markets,” invites Chapman.

Chapman recently served in 2011 as Chairman of the Board of the Atlanta 50+ Housing Council of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association (GAHBA) and is a current board member. According to Chapman, “Being a member of the 50+ Housing Council on both a local and a national level offers outstanding opportunities to promote your brand and learn from others.” He explains that the local 50+ Housing Council is in the process of completing a sophisticated new website that will be a great sales and educational tool for 50+ home builders.

“If they are a member of their local HBA and the 50+ Housing Council, then that builder can list their communities and homes on this website, as well as in the online directory, and we will also be able to promote them as a featured builder,” he notes. “Can you imagine any better way to advertise your new community and your expertise in this booming market? Just think of the benefits, exposure and credibility you can generate from joining the local, state and national councils / associations!”

Statewide throughout Georgia, Chapman is a Founding Member and the initial Chairman of the ALL Home Program, a voluntary certification program that the Home Builders Association of Georgia (HBAG) is rolling out in 2014.

ALL stands for “A Livable Lifestyle” and encourages homebuilders to build and certify new homes that are truly accessible, by promoting universal design, accessibility, visibility features, and innovative design options that can be incorporated into new and renovated houses, benefiting people of all ages and abilities.

As with everything he tackles, Chapman is fully committed to the success of the new ALL Home Program and makes time for presentations to professional trade associations and groups all over Georgia. “We have designed the ALL Home Program to be easily embraced by builders as well as consumers, for all prices points and all home types. We want to spread the word and get many home builders on board – and create a demand with homebuyers who will be encouraged to select the home that fits their specific needs.”

In order for a home to be certified as a true ALL Home, it has to have at least one full bathroom, one bedroom, a kitchen and an entertainment area on the main floor. In addition, circulation requirements include an accessible path, with no steps and with a minimum of a 32-inch clear passage space connecting all spaces on the main floor, and all elements within the spaces required above. Also, all passage doors need to have a clear opening of at least 32 inches.

For more information about the ALL Home Program, visit www.ALiveableLifestyleHome.com.

As an active member of the NAHB, Chapman is one of a select number of Georgia Gold Key Club members of BUILD-PAC, or Builders United in Legislative Decisions Political Action Committee, the association’s political arm. BUILD-PAC helps elect the most qualified pro-housing, pro-business candidates to federal office - on both sides of the aisle.

“I strongly support the efforts of BUILD-PAC in Washington,” notes Chapman. “This is an effective way to open doors on Capitol Hill to ensure that housing remains a key driver of our economy. Jointly, we can target specific regulations that may benefit or limit our industry’s recovery.”

“I am sincerely interested in promoting and preserving the home building industry. As a home builder, it is of vital importance to contribute my time, money and energy on a variety of boards and committees, and I invite my colleagues to get involved as well,” says Chapman. “As home builders, we provide the most basic of American dreams, to own your own home. That’s a pretty big responsibility – and it brings me great joy to be able to do my part.”

 

About Jim Chapman:

“Building Trust. Building Futures.”

Jim Chapman, an Atlanta native, started his own luxury custom home building firm in 1998 after earning an MBA from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. The same quality service standards continue to be used to develop and build his Fine Homes Communities and Active Adult Communities throughout the greater metropolitan Atlanta area. His design partner and father, Jim Chapman Sr., is a well-known Atlanta architect.

 

James B. (Jim) Chapman, President

Jim Chapman Communities | Jim Chapman Fine Homes

2625 Cumberland Parkway, suite 100

Atlanta, GA 30339

770-434-3602   telephone

770-434-3607   fax

770-560-9167   cell

www.jimchapmancommunities.com | www.jimchapmanfinehomes.com

JIM CHAPMAN COMMUNITIES COOKS UP TASTY RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. - Start with one of Atlanta's most desirable locations, add a pinch of privacy and the security one gets with a gated community, a healthy shake of exceptionally crafted, maintenance ­free homes in a neighborhood catering exclusively to the 55 plus crowd (nobody under 18 years of age is eligible to reside there) and you have one sweet recipe for home sales success. The proof is in the pudding.

Jim Chapman Communities' Brookhaven at Johns Creek just closed on their last home of 66 in Phase I. Even more noteworthy is the fact that home site pre­sales in Phase II, only available since late April, now total 37 to date! It is a pace that shocks some industry insiders, but not Jim Chapman, president of Jim Chapman Communities. "We are providing all of the components that are most important to this growing market segment," says Chapman. "These buyers are accustomed to quality, convenience and comfort, but are ready to let go of the relentless maintenance and upkeep of the traditional single ­family homes from which they are coming. Our communities provide that perfect balance and sales are brisk at our Active Adult communities all over the city."

While certainly there are many savory ingredients in this popular recipe, the special touches and meticulous craftsmanship are the trademarks of Jim Chapman products. Every home complies with the new ALL Home Program promoting accessibility through use of wide doorways, ample maneuvering space in the baths and shower and zero­ step entries from the garage into the house itself. Chapman says that his Active Adult homes are constructed with the same passion, commitment and craftsmanship as his custom, luxury homes. "We take great pride in our work," says Chapman, "and it shows in every detail of a Jim Chapman Communities home."

If you want to see what all of the buzz is about, model homes are open daily at Brookhaven at Johns Creek, Monday ­Saturday 11am-­6pm and Sunday 1-­6pm. If you want to purchase there, you may want to hurry. This hot dish is going fast!

Jim Chapman Communities, which specializes in building for the Active Adult lifestyle, is one of the largest privately held home builders in Atlanta with projected 2014 closings of more than 125 homes. Chapman's neighborhoods feature outstanding amenities, charming character, architecture with 'personality' and a keen attention to detail. To learn more about Brookhaven at Johns Creek and Jim Chapman Communities, please call Sandra Epstein at 770.623.9323 or 404.468.0920 or visit www.jimchapmancommunities.com. 

Homeowners Enjoy Easy Living at Windsong Manor

Low maintenance ranch homes built by Windsong Properties allow for less worry and more adventure

ATLANTA – Windsong Properties believes that the transition from family home to empty nest should be an enjoyable and exciting experience. The builder’s low maintenance ranch homes at Windsong Manor in Dallas, Georgia help improve the quality of life of its active adult buyers with easy living that allows for less worry and more adventure. 

For instance, homeowners LaVerne and Carl Abbott decided to live “Where Life’s A Breeze” because of their drive to travel. Before moving to Windsong Manor, the couple lived nearby on 65 acres that had been in Carl’s family since the 1830s. Though it was hard to part with, the Abbotts wanted something with less maintenance and more security to “lock-and-leave.”

“After shopping for a new home off and on since 2005, and ruling out ranch condos or anything small and attached, we saw an ad for Bel-Aire in West Cobb,” explained LaVerne. “We really liked Windsong’s low maintenance lifestyle and detached ranch homes with “aging in place” accessibility features that are built-in, such as wider door and hallways and step-less entry. I have had both of my knees replaced and steps were a challenge there for a while. I like the single-living, but Bel-Aire wasn’t the right fit for us.”

Then, it was suggested that they check out Windsong’s communities in Seven Hills. When they saw the Bentley model, the Abbotts knew they had found their new home at Windsong Manor. “We thought that we would “downsize,” but when we saw the spacious Bentley, our focus shifted from downsize to dream home,” said LaVerne.

The Abbotts enjoy their bright and open home that is backed up to the creek basin that added more preserved greenspace past their backyard. “It’s awesome to still have the feeling of living in the woods,” continued LaVerne. “These homes are really thoughtfully designed inside and out!”

Their Bentley includes a terrace level for LaVerne to have a sewing room and so that they could accommodate a live-in assistant if the need ever arises. This level also has a guest bedroom, bathroom, entertainment room with fireplace, a kitchenette and more storage. “It sounds like a lot, but hosting a quilting party or having friends stay with us in their own comfortable and private area is going to be wonderful,” said LaVerne. “The best thing is that we don’t have to use the basement and can live all on the main level.”

The main level features three bedrooms, two baths, a study, spacious great room with fireplace, gourmet kitchen with island, dining room and luxurious owner’s suite with sitting area, walk-in closets and a spa-like bath with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. “We can’t say enough amazing things about our builder Brian, our sales agent Gay-Lynn and Mike Lust, the sales manager who reworked the terrace level to suite our needs,” stated LaVerne. “The quality of our home is fantastic, and that’s coming from a couple of picky customers!”

The Abbotts also liked that the design process was simple. LaVerne even created a “New Home Board” on Pinterest and pinned their preferences from the Windsong Digital Design Center. When they showed up at the design center for their selections consultation, their samples were already laid out.

In addition to a gorgeous home, the Abbotts can take advantage of the exclusive clubhouse, walking paths, hiking opportunities along Little Pumpkinvine Creek or the award-winning Seven Hills Park with zero-entry saline pool, tennis courts, community gardens and more.

Plus, the couple gets to travel as they please. Last year, they left in mid-December for Christmas in Palm Springs and didn’t get home till March, traveling all over California and Arizona throughout the winter. This year, with less worry, they can go on even longer adventures!

To learn more about easy living at Windsong Manor, contact Gay-Lynn Turner at 770-917-8082. Also, visit www.windsonglife.com.

Locally owned, Windsong Properties was founded by Mark Carruth and Steve Romeyn. The two bring more than three decades of local building experience to Windsong Properties, ‘Where Life’s a Breeze.’ As empty nesters themselves, Mark and Steve have firsthand knowledge of the desires of active adults and are passionate about creating communities and homes for empty nesters. From the design of the community and its amenities to the floor plans and the unique customer service approach, every decision made at Windsong Properties is targeted to the 50-plus, empty nester group. Windsong Properties has been awarded numerous OBIE awards from the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association including 50+ Community of the Year in 2010 for Somerset in Woodstock, Ga. Windsong Properties invites you to visit one of its communities to see how easy living the Windsong lifestyle can be. For more information on Windsong Properties and its homes, visit www.windsonglife.com or call 770-516-3409.

Jim Chapman Communities Announces Positive Summer Sales

Atlanta active adult home builder has sold out at Brookhaven of East Cobb and will sell out soon at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge

ATLANTA – Jim Chapman Communities announces that its summer buying season has been a success. The active adult builder has sold out at its popular Brookhaven of East Cobb community in Kennesaw and has just five homes left to sell at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Cumming.

“We are excited to end summer on such a positive note,” said Kelly Dempsey, vice president of sales and marketing for Jim Chapman Communities. “We expect to sell three more homes this month and the remainder to be sold in August at Lanier Ridge. For customers interested in this sought-after and award-winning community, now is the time to buy!”

Priced from the $280,000s, homes at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge feature all brick and stone construction with inviting front porches, two-car garages and two or three bedroom floor plans. Additional highlights include standard covered porches, 500 square foot bonus rooms with third baths, vaulted ceilings and oversized master suites.

These spacious and livable homes are not all that the community has to offer. There is also an array of amenities for residents. These include maintenance free living, gated entry, beautiful pool, gas grill, outdoor fireplace and clubhouse with exercise room and catering kitchen.

Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge is minutes from a variety of attractions, such as Lake Lanier, George Pierce Park, Webb Bridge Park, Mall of Georgia, North Georgia Premium Outlets, Lanier Country Club and Northside Hospital Forsyth.

To visit from Atlanta, take GA-400 North to Exit 14, Cumming/Buford Hwy. Turn right onto GA-20, and go approximately two miles. Turn left onto Samples Road, and then take an immediate left. The community is just past the Publix Supermarket.

For more information on this fast-selling community, contact Joan Wise, the on-site sales agent, at 770-780-9095 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

Jim Chapman Communities Announces Five Final Opportunities in Cumming

Just five more active adult homes priced from the $280,000s available at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge

ATLANTA – Jim Chapman Communities is excited to announce its final opportunities at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Cumming. Priced from the $280,000s, these final five active adult homes are predicted to go fast.

“Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge has been extremely popular from the very beginning because of its proximity to shopping, entertainment and parks and because of the beauty of its homes,” said Joan Wise, the on-site agent at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge. “And, of course, the fewer the number of homes left in a community, the quicker those homes tend to sell.”

Three different floor plans remain, each with two-car garages, screened porches and sunrooms attached. The two homes with the Oxford floor plan are villa townhomes with two master bedrooms and two full baths, ideal for roommates wanting oversized private escapes. A single Westminster villa townhome remains with three bedrooms and two full baths, perfect for individuals or couples who require a guest bedroom on the main level. The remaining two homes feature the Abbey floor plan. All homes feature vaulted ceilings, brick and stone facades and spacious front porches.

In addition to offering beautiful, livable homes for active adults, Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge also provides a variety of amenities. These include maintenance free living, a community gate and perimeter fence for added security, a beautiful pool, gas grill, outdoor fireplace and a clubhouse with fitness center and kitchen.

To visit from Atlanta, take GA-400 North to exit 14 (Cumming/Buford Hwy). Turn right onto GA-20, and go approximately two miles. Turn left onto Samples Road, and then take an immediate left into the community just past Publix Supermarket.

To learn more about the homes at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge, call Joan Wise today at 770-780-9095. Also, visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com. 

An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

JIM CHAPMAN COMMUNITIES TO BUILD NEW 150 HOME ACTIVE ADULT NEIGHBORHOOD AT THE GEORGIAN

VILLA RICA, Ga. - When The Georgian Land Company decided to develop the spectacular acreage surrounding its top-rated, Tom Fazio designed golf course, uniquely named The Frog Golf Club, it looked no further than Atlanta’s own Jim Chapman, president of Jim Chapman Communities. 

Widely recognized as one of the Southeast’s most prominent home builders specializing in Active Adult building, Jim Chapman Communities was the obvious choice. “Jim Chapman and his company are synonymous with high quality, luxurious single level living,” said Ton van Dam, owner and chairman of The Georgian Land Company. “We’re envisioning the kind of Active Adult residential neighborhood that only Jim Chapman can build.” 

High quality, indeed.  A three-time winner of the highly coveted Greater Atlanta HBA Community of the Year award, Jim Chapman Communities designs and builds superbly livable, low maintenance ranch style homes that literally brim with the finest of details including spacious floor plans, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors and gourmet kitchens that showcase granite countertops, custom cabinetry and stainless steel appliances.

“We put ourselves in the place of the Active Adult home buyer,” says Chapman. “Our homes comply with the new ALL Home Program promoting accessibility through use of wide doorways, ample maneuvering space in the baths and shower and zero-step entries from the garage into the home itself.”

Chapman says the same passion, commitment and craftsmanship that are employed in his custom, luxury homes, also are built into his Active Adult homes. “We take great pride in our work,” says Chapman, “and it will be evident in every one of our homes at The Georgian.”

Jim Chapman’s communities are located throughout greater Atlanta and include Brookhaven at Johns Creek, Brookhaven at Sugarloaf, Brookhaven of East Cobb, and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge and The Haven at Slater Mill.  Chapman’s new neighborhood will be known as Heritage Pointe at The Georgian with prices starting in the high $100s and model homes are on track for touring in spring 2015. 

The Chapman family hand can also be seen in the new Frog and active adult clubhouse complex which are currently under construction. Both clubhouses were designed by Jim Chapman, Sr.  

Jim Chapman Communities, which specializes in building for the Active Adult lifestyle, is one of the largest privately held home builders in Atlanta with projected 2014 closings of over 125 homes. Chapman’s neighborhoods feature outstanding amenities, charming character, and architecture with ‘personality’ and a keen attention to detail.  To learn more about Heritage Pointe and Jim Chapman communities, please call 770-434-3602 or visit www.jimchapmancommunities.com.

Jim Chapman Communities Announces Final Opportunity in East Cobb

Just one home remains at the builder’s sought after Brookhaven of East Cobb community

Brookhaven of East Cobb

ATLANTA – Jim Chapman Communities is excited to announce the final opportunity at its sought after Brookhaven of East Cobb community. With just one active adult home available, the community will be closing out soon.

“Buyers that want to live in an award-winning community should act fast,” explained Kelly Dempsey, vice president of sales and marketing for Jim Chapman Communities. “Brookhaven of East Cobb is an extraordinary gated community near all that the area offers. Our final home will not last long!”

Located at the intersection of Chastain Road and Bells Ferry Road, Brookhaven of East Cobb is convenient to Town Center Mall, Mountain View Aquatic Center, Shaw Park, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, Marietta Country Club, Wellstar Kennesaw Medical Center and Wellstar Kennestone Hospital.

In addition to being close to everything, the community offers active adult living at its finest. Residents can take advantage of a heated pool, outdoor fireplace and a National Association of Home Builders’ award-winning clubhouse with exercise room and kitchen.

Priced from the $290,000s, the final home features all brick and stone construction with an inviting front porch, optional screen porch and bonus room with full bath. The home also includes vaulted ceilings and an oversized master suite.

To visit from Atlanta, take I-75 North to I-575 North. Then, take the second exit for Chastain Road. Turn right on Chastain Road, and the community will be approximately one-half mile on the left. There is a traffic signal at the entrance.

For more information, call Tim Parker, the sales consultant, at 404-808-5648. Also, visit www.jimchapmancommunities.com.

An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

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Windsong Properties Builds to Bring Families Together

Home buyers at Windsong Manor relocate to be closer to children and grandchildren

ATLANTA - It is no secret that metro Atlanta is one of the top places to retire. When transitioning from a family home to empty nest, many choose to work with Atlanta's leading active adult home builder, Windsong Properties. Known for its unique blend of low maintenance living, style, amenities and superior customer service, the builder helps bring buyers closer to their families. This reigns true at Windsong Manor in Dallas, Georgia, where home buyers have come from all over the country to live Where Life's A Breeze, closer to their children.

Buyers have decided to start the next chapter of their lives in the height of luxury with distinctive and detached ranch plans with flexible space, Windsong's signature accessibility features and access to the amenity rich Seven Hills Park. Sue and Rick Johnson landed at Windsong Manor after deciding to relocate from Denver, Colorado to be closer to their kids.

"We really wanted an active adult community, and Windsong Manor was perfect for us," said Rick Johnson. "It's just 20 miles from our son, daughter-in-law and new granddaughter, plus it offered beautiful homes with neighbors in the same walk of life as us."

The Johnsons selected the Bentley floor plan with terrace because of its openness and room to have the whole family over. They plan to use the terrace level as recreation space for entertaining and as a guest area for when family visits from North Carolina, including their grandson.

Along with being closer to family, the Johnsons appreciated the smooth building process. "Everyone at Windsong was great to work with," explained Johnson. "They made it easy from our initial visit to closing. We are excited to move-in at the end of the month!"

Another pair of home buyers, Pam and Ken Newbury of Chattanooga, are excited about moving into their home this fall. They chose Windsong Manor because of the vitality at Seven Hills and the community's location between their daughter in Atlanta and son in Chattanooga.

"We loved the energy of the young families close by," said Pam Newbury. "Yet, we will still be tucked into a quiet active adult community - and no more lawn maintenance!"
The Newburys worked closely with Gay-Lynn Turner, the on-site sales consultant, throughout the process and now consider her a close friend. They loved that neighbors would stop by the model home to meet them during their visits to the community.

"It's going to be easy to make friends here," continued Newbury. "Most have relocated too, so there is already a common bond."

The Newburys selected the Bentley with terrace so that they would have room to do their favorite hobbies. Ken plans to have a woodworking shop, while Pam is planning to turn the guest room into a craft room.

In addition to a low maintenance home that was designed for retirement, the Newburys are looking forward to the Seven Hills Park which has an outdoor water park with water play area and large bowl slide, perfect for visiting grandchildren. The park also offers tennis courts, pickle ball, a clubhouse and a playground. Residents will also enjoy miles of sidewalks and walking paths woven throughout Seven Hills along with hiking along Little Pumpkinvine Creek.

Windsong Manor is minutes from modern conveniences, many neighboring small towns, the splendor of Lake Allatoona and the North Georgia Mountains, as well as the cultural activities Atlanta has to offer.

To learn more about the easy lifestyle and luxurious ranch homes at Windsong Manor and to live closer to your family, contact Gay-Lynn Turner at 770-917-8082. Also, visit www.windsonglife.com.

Locally owned, Windsong Properties was founded by Mark Carruth and Steve Romeyn. The two bring more than three decades of local building experience to Windsong Properties, 'Where Life's a Breeze.' As empty nesters themselves, Mark and Steve have firsthand knowledge of the desires of active adults and are passionate about creating communities and homes for empty nesters. From the design of the community and its amenities to the floor plans and the unique customer service approach, every decision made at Windsong Properties is targeted to the 50-plus, empty nester group. Windsong Properties has been awarded numerous OBIE awards from the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association including 50+ Community of the Year in 2010 for Somerset in Woodstock, Ga. Windsong Properties invites you to visit one of its communities to see how easy living the Windsong lifestyle can be. For more information on Windsong Properties and its homes, visit www.windsonglife.com or call 770-516-3409.

Windsong Properties Hosts Clubhouse Warming Party at Bel-Aire

Active adult builder held exclusive party to thank existing homeowners for their patience and patronage

ATLANTA – Windsong Properties recently held a successful clubhouse warming and homeowner appreciation event at its active adult community of Bel-Aire in Powder Springs. Exclusively for existing homeowners, 60 residents enjoyed a catered lunch and toured the new facility.

“We wanted to get our homeowners together to thank them for their patience and patronage during the construction process,” explained Steve Romeyn, co-owner of Windsong Properties. “We held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the clubhouse and to honor our first homeowners. The residents are excited to start using this new space for community-wide gatherings.”

The private clubhouse features a grand family-style gathering room with fireplace, entertainment system and space to set up several large tables as needed. The facility offers residents a game room, fitness room with cardio machines and free-weights and a catering kitchen. Outside, residents can socialize on the wrap-around covered patio with stone fireplace, rockers and dining tables.

“The opening of the clubhouse shows that the community has certainly come a long way since we acquired it,” said Romeyn. “We appreciate its earliest pioneering homeowners for taking the risk and sticking around to help make Bel-Aire a great place to call home.”

Graylyn and William Lee closed on the first home in December of 2007 when the community was started as Trinity Village. They witnessed the real estate down turn and are excited to see their community coming to fruition. Lucy and Gregory George were also invited to cut the ribbon as Windsong’s first home buyers.

“It’s great to see homeowners welcoming new buyers and showing them the Bel-Aire lifestyle,” said Carrie Roeger, operations manager at Windsong Properties. “This community with the feel of country living is really special and sales have proven that.”

Along with the new clubhouse, Bel-Aire features a large community park with a gazebo, grills, a dog park and community gardens. Residents enjoy walking paths, sidewalks, a nature trail and professionally maintained lawn maintenance.

Each home boasts a luxurious master suite on the main level, an open great room, flexible space, accessibility features and a private courtyard retreat. Parkside recently sold out and Hillside Phase II just started selling.

For more information on Bel-Aire’s clubhouse or low maintenance living “Where Life’s a Breeze,” contact Kimberlee Dye, the on-site sales consultant, at 678-401-2306. Also, visit www.windsonglife.com.

Locally owned, Windsong Properties was founded by Mark Carruth and Steve Romeyn. The two bring more than three decades of local building experience to Windsong Properties, ‘Where Life’s a Breeze.’ As empty nesters themselves, Mark and Steve have firsthand knowledge of the desires of active adults and are passionate about creating communities and homes for empty nesters. From the design of the community and its amenities to the floor plans and the unique customer service approach, every decision made at Windsong Properties is targeted to the 50-plus, empty nester group. Windsong Properties has been awarded numerous OBIE awards from the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association including 50+ Community of the Year in 2010 for Somerset in Woodstock, Ga. Windsong Properties invites you to visit one of its communities to see how easy living the Windsong lifestyle can be. For more information on Windsong Properties and its homes, visit www.windsonglife.com or call 770-516-3409.

Jim Chapman Communities Announces Final Opportunities in Cumming

Just 14 more active adult homes priced from the $270,000s available at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge

ATLANTA – Jim Chapman Communities is excited to announce its final opportunities at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Cumming. Priced from the $270,000s, the builder only has 14 more homes available at this unique, active adult community.
“Buyers love Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge because of its location and livable homes,” said Joan Wise, the on-site agent at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge. “You won’t find another active adult community in the area that is as special as this one.”

Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge offers a convenient location near all that the area has to offer. Residents are minutes from Lake Lanier, the Mall of Georgia, The Collection at Forsyth, North Georgia Premium Outlets, Webb Bridge Park, Sawnee Preserve, Lanier Country Club and Northside Hospital Forsyth.

In addition to being minutes from shopping, dining and recreation, the community offers spacious floor plans, such as the Westminster II. This floor plan features three bedrooms and two full baths on the main and a finished bonus room with third bath over the garage, walk-in closets, gourmet kitchen, covered porch that can be converted to a screen porch, carriage style garage doors and all brick and stone construction.
Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge also provides a variety of amenities. These include maintenance free living, a community gate for added security, a pool, gas grill, outdoor fireplace and clubhouse with exercise room and catering kitchen.
To visit from Atlanta, take GA-400 North to exit 14 (Cumming/Buford Hwy). Turn right onto GA-20, and go approximately two miles. Turn left onto Samples Road, and then take an immediate left into the community just past Publix Supermarket.

To learn more about the homes at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge, call Joan Wise today at 770-780-9095. Also, visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.
 
An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

Jim Chapman Communities Announces Positive Spring Sales

Atlanta active adult home builder has sold 25 homes at its Brookhaven of East Cobb and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge communities during the first quarter

ATLANTA – Jim Chapman Communities is celebrating the end of its spring buying season with 25 homes sold. The active adult builder now only has one home left at Brookhaven of East Cobb and 18 left at Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge.

“We are excited to start summer on such a positive note,” said Kelly Dempsey, vice president of sales and marketing for Jim Chapman Communities. “For customers looking to buy in one of these sought after communities, I encourage them to visit now before we are sold out!”

Located at the intersection of Chastain Road and Bells Ferry Road, Brookhaven of East Cobb in Kennesaw is priced from the $290,000s and offers maintenance free living with an array of amenities. The final home features quality construction with an inviting front porch, gourmet kitchen, spacious living room, optional screened porch and bonus room with full bath. Community amenities include a pool, outdoor fireplace and National Association of Home Builders award-winning clubhouse with exercise room and kitchen.

To visit Brookhaven of East Cobb from Atlanta, take I-75 North to I-575 North. Then, take the second exit for Chastain Road. Turn right on Chastain Road, and the community will be approximately one-half mile on the left. For more information, call Tim Parker at 404-808-5648.

The award-winning community of Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Cumming is priced from the $290,000s to $320,000s. Homes feature two and three bedroom floor plans with all brick and stone construction, inviting front porches, covered porches and bonus rooms with full baths. In addition to being walking distance to nearby shops, the gated community provides a pool, outdoor fireplace and clubhouse with exercise room and kitchen.

To visit from Atlanta, take GA-400 North to exit 14 for Cumming. Turn right onto GA-20, and go approximately two miles. Then, turn left onto Samples Road, and take an immediate left into the community just past the Publix Supermarket. For more details, call Joan Wise at 770-780-9095.

To learn more about these top-selling communities, check out www.jimchapmancommunities.com.

An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

Windsong Properties Introduces New Sales Agent

Active adult home builder expands in 2014 with hiring of real estate veteran Kimberlee Dye

Kimberlee Dye of Windsong

ATLANTA – Windsong Properties is excited to introduce its latest addition to the team, Kimberlee Dye. With almost 30 years of experience in the real estate industry, Dye will serve as the active adult home builder’s new sales agent at Bel-Aire in Powder Springs.

A graduate of The Ohio State University, Dye is licensed in Ohio, Florida and Georgia. She began her real estate career in 1988 as an office manager in a RE/MAX office. Since then, she has gained knowledge in marketing, customer service, management and even active adult home sales. Dye has been recognized multiple times for her work, including being awarded National Sales Agent of the Year.

“Kimberlee’s varied experience in the industry set her apart from other candidates,” said Mike Lust, sales manager for Windsong Properties. “Along with her sales background, Kimberlee’s commitment to excellence and friendly personality make her a great asset to our team. We know our buyers will enjoy working with her.”

As an agent at Bel-Aire, Dye will help buyers find their dream homes with low maintenance, easy living. Priced from the $220,000s, Bel-Aire offers homes with master on the mains, open great rooms, flexible spaces, accessibility features and private courtyard retreats. Community amenities include walkable streets, sidewalks, a nature trail, park and private clubhouse with fitness center and bocce ball courts.

In addition to a successful real estate career, Dye is mom to a five-and-half year old son and has a passion for serving others in the community. She volunteers at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Roswell, the Sandy Plains Baseball Association and, starting this summer, Mt. Bethel Christian Academy. Additional activities include biking, hot yoga, hiking, camping with family and painting and refinishing furniture.

For more information about Bel-Aire, contact Kimberlee Dye at 678-401-2306. Also, visit www.windsonglife.com.

Locally owned, Windsong Properties was founded by Mark Carruth and Steve Romeyn. The two bring more than three decades of local building experience to Windsong Properties, ‘Where Life’s a Breeze.’ As empty nesters themselves, Mark and Steve have firsthand knowledge of the desires of active adults and are passionate about creating communities and homes for empty nesters. From the design of the community and its amenities to the floor plans and the unique customer service approach, every decision made at Windsong Properties is targeted to the 50-plus, empty nester group. Windsong Properties has been awarded numerous OBIE awards from the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association including 50+ Community of the Year in 2010 for Somerset in Woodstock, Ga. Windsong Properties invites you to visit one of its communities to see how easy living the Windsong lifestyle can be. For more information on Windsong Properties and its homes, visit www.windsonglife.com or call 770-516-3409.

Jim Chapman Communities Offers Amenities that Active Adult Buyers Want

ATLANTA – In a recent study posted by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), active adults want a variety of amenities when looking for new homes. These include nearby shopping, swimming opportunities and security. Jim Chapman Communities provides just that at Brookhaven of East Cobb in Kennesaw and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Duluth.

Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge

According to the study, 67 percent of active adult home buyers want to be convenient to nearby shopping. Brookhaven of East Cobb is minutes from grocery stores such as Costco, Wal-Mart Supercenter and Publix while Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge is close to the Cumming Marketplace. Other shopping destinations near the communities include the Mall of Georgia, North Point Mall, North Georgia Premium Outlets, Town Center at Cobb and more.

Also ranking high was the need for swimming opportunities with 60 percent of the study’s participants looking for this when buying new homes. Home buyers at Brookhaven of East Cobb and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge will be able to enjoy beautiful pools along with outdoor fireplaces and award-winning clubhouses with exercise rooms and catering kitchens.

With 35 percent of active adults wanting a secure community, it is good to know that Brookhaven of East Cobb and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge are fully gated. Home buyers receive remote openers for added convenience.

Brookhaven at East Cobb Clubhouse

In addition to offering highly ranked amenities, both communities also provide high-quality homes. With two and three bedroom floor plans, homes have all brick and stone construction with inviting front porches, vaulted ceilings, oversized master suites, gourmet kitchens and spacious living rooms.

To see the study on the NAHB site, click here. To learn more about Brookhaven of East Cobb and Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge, visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

Jim Chapman Communities Announces Limited Opportunities

Atlanta active adult home builder has less than 20 homes available in East Cobb, Forsyth and Gwinnett

ATLANTA – For those wanting to live in an active adult community built by Jim Chapman Communities, opportunities are now limited. The Atlanta-based home builder announces that it only has less than 20 homes available at Brookhaven of East Cobb, Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge and Brookhaven at Sugarloaf.

“As staples of our brand, it is sad to see these communities close out,” said Kelly Dempsey, vice president of sales and marketing for Jim Chapman Communities. “However, it’s exciting at the same time. We have already had a great sales pace this year, and spring sales are projected to keep this momentum going.”

Brookhaven at East Cobb Clubhouse

Located in sought after Kennesaw, Brookhaven of East Cobb has three homes left. Priced from the $290,000s, the community provides a variety of amenities that active adult home buyers are looking for. These include a beautiful heated pool, outdoor fireplace and a National Association of Home Builders award-winning clubhouse with exercise room and catering kitchen. The community is also minutes from Town Center Mall, Shaw Park, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, Marietta Country Club and Wellstar Kennesaw Medical Center.

 

Priced from the $290,000s to $320,000s, Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge in Cumming is a Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association award-winning active adult community. With just 14 maintenance-free ranch condominium homes available, all were designed to simplify the lives of its homeowners. Walking distance to nearby shops and convenient to Lake Lanier and Northside/Forsyth Hospital, additional amenities include a heated pool, outdoor fireplace and clubhouse with exercise room and catering kitchen.

Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge

Known as Gwinnett County’s No. 1 active adult community, Brookhaven at Sugarloaf is set to close out this month with just two more homes for sale. Priced from the $280,000s, homes have easy access to the community’s amenities. These include a pool, outdoor fireplace and clubhouse. Area attractions include Sugarloaf Mills, Harry’s Farmers Market, Mall of Georgia, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Center, Sugarloaf Country Club and Gwinnett Medical Center.

 

Each of these communities is gated for security and offers homes with all brick and stone construction, inviting front porches, hardwood flooring, gourmet kitchens with stone backsplashes, spacious living rooms with fireplaces, bonus rooms with full baths, vaulted ceilings, oversized master suites and optional screened porches.

For more information about these final opportunities, visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

Active Adults Have ALL* at Windsong Properties

Windsong Properties began with a commitment to providing homeowners with elegant single-story homes in communities that emphasize opportunities to meet neighbors and enjoy the outdoors, in addition to being convenient to local shopping, dining, entertainment, and travel outlets.

For more than ten years, Windsong has been a leader in the Active Adult homebuying market in Metro Atlanta, because each home and community is designed for Baby Boomers, by Baby Boomers – and because they are always on the lookout for the trends that represent timeless, must-have features in their homes.

In short, we want our homeowners to have it ALL. That’s why we are so excited to announce our affiliation as an ALL Homebuilder. ALL stands for A Liveable Lifestyle Home, a state-wide voluntary certification program that ensures certain design features are present that promote a liveable, accessible lifestyle.

“Windsong’s signature accessibility features include wider door- and hallways, lever door handles, and no-step entryways, all of which are sought-after features in any home, and which allow for life’s changing situations,” says Windsong Operations Manager Carrie Roeger. “In addition, yard maintenance is included with every Windsong home – talk about livability!”

Open great rooms and spacious kitchens offer subtle design features such as natural light and ample storage that make entertaining and everyday living equally easy and enjoyable. And the flexible space, designer appointments, and private outdoor retreats are just a few of the details that homeowners include in their reasons for choosing a Windsong community.

“We also work with our homebuyers to personalize their home with other accessibility features, like wheelchair roll-up vanities, as needed,” Carrie says. “And the outdoor retreat is definitely part of the liveable lifestyle, because nature offers healing and restorative power and (the courtyard) creates even more living space.”

An ALL Certified Home means that it is a home for people of all ages, and of all abilities, and its features can be integrated in new and renovated homes that span all price points and home types.

We invite you to visit Windsong’s exciting communities in Paulding, Cobb, and Cherokee counties, to see just what it looks like to Have It ALL, and to discover why we say, Welcome to Windsong – Where Life’s A Breeze!​

Two Heron Pond Models are Open Now! Active Adult Living by Windsong Properties

Have you been eagerly awaiting the opening of Heron Pond? We have! We’ve been working hard to get the models ready for you to safely tour and the wait is finally over! Two models, The Carson and The Allston will be open for touring beginning Monday, April 21, 2014 at 11 AM. Model hours will be Monday – Saturday 11-5 (closed on Sundays). Kris Johnson is Heron Pond’s dedicated lifestyle consultant and is available by appointment only as demand has been through the roof for this community.

Windsong would like to invite you to come check out this wonderful Active Adult community conveniently located in Woodstock. A grand opening is scheduled for later in May and at that time, The Walcott should be ready to view as well. We are excited to share our vision of this community with you and hope that you will come see us next week!

For Google Maps Directions to the community (since it is so new and not in Google yet) Click Here!
Actual Model Address: 109 Heron Crossing, Woodstock, GA 30188

Directions to Heron Pond Community
From Atlanta NE
From GA-400 N:
Exit at #7B Holcomb Bridge (West toward Roswell).
Travel West 8.8 Miles (Holcomb Bridge turns into Hwy. 92).
Heron Pond will be on the Right, 2 Miles West of Sandy Plains Rd.

From I-85 NE:
Exit at #99, Jimmy Carter Blvd. and Travel West 19.7 Miles.
Jimmy Carter turns into Holcomb Bridge and then into Hwy 92.
Heron Pond will be on the Right, 2 Miles West of Sandy Plains Rd.

From Atlanta NW
From I-75 NW:
I-75 N to I-575 N (toward Canton).
Take Exit #7, Hwy. 92/Woodstock.
Turn Right at top of Exit onto Hwy. 92.
Travel 5.1 Miles. Pass Lifetime Fitness on right.
Heron Pond will be on the Left immediately after the Intersection of West Wylie Bridge Rd.

Contact Sales Agent, By Appointment Only
770-516-3678 Office
Kris Johnson
[email protected]

Brookhaven at Sugarloaf Set to Close Out in April

Popular active adult community offers final opportunities

ATLANTA – Jim Chapman Communities is excited to announce that Brookhaven at Sugarloaf is set to close out in April. Known as Gwinnett County’s No.1 active adult community, these sought after homes sold out quickly.

“With a desirable location and gorgeous homes, we knew that Brookhaven at Sugarloaf would be a hit,” explained Kelly Dempsey, vice president of sales and marketing for Jim Chapman Communities. “As the community closes, we wish the best of luck to all of the amazing homeowners that we have grown to know over the years. We know they will continue to build up the extraordinary lifestyle Brookhaven at Sugarloaf offers. We look forward to hearing all about the community clubs and projects they work on.”

Brookhaven at Sugarloaf features all brick and stone one level condominium homes with two to three bedrooms and optional bonus rooms. Homes include inviting front porches, optional screened porches, vaulted ceilings, oversized master suites with luxurious bathrooms, gourmet kitchens and large great rooms with fireplaces.

Residents at Brookhaven at Sugarloaf enjoy a wide array of amenities. These include a beautiful pool, outdoor fireplace and clubhouse with exercise room and catering kitchen.

Nearby attractions include Sugarloaf Mills, Harry’s Farmers Market, Mall of Georgia, Bunten Road Park, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Gwinnett Civic and Cultural Center, Gwinnett Bethesda Senior Center, Lake Lanier, Sugarloaf Country Club and Gwinnett Medical Center.

To visit before the community closes out, take I-85 North to exit 105 for GA 120 Duluth/Lawrenceville. Follow frontage road to exit for GA 120 West. Go approximately one mile through three traffic lights, and Brookhaven at Sugarloaf is on the right side of the Duluth Highway.

For more information, contact sales agent Debbie Jones at 770-418-9875. Also, go to www.jimchapmancommunities.com.

An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

Final Opportunities at Brookhaven of East Cobb

Jim Chapman Communities has sold 14 homes in the last three months at popular active adult community

ATLANTA – Jim Chapman Communities is down to its final opportunities at Brookhaven of East Cobb. With a beautiful homes and a sought after location, this popular active adult community has just three home sites remaining.

“We’ve had tremendous sales over the last three months, selling 14 homes,” said Kelly Dempsey, vice president of sales and marketing at Jim Chapman Communities. “If you are looking to be in East Cobb, you better act fast!”

Brookhaven of East Cobb offers award-winning floor plans, loaded with features that today’s active adult home buyers are looking for. These include all brick and stone construction with inviting front porches, vaulted ceilings, oversized master suites, bonus rooms with full baths and optional screened porches.

Additionally, the gated community provides sought after amenities. Residents enjoy a heated pool, outdoor fireplace and National Association of Home Builder’s award-winning clubhouse with fitness center, card room and catering kitchen.

Located at the intersection of Chastain Road and Bells Ferry Road in Kennesaw, Brookhaven of East Cobb is minutes from Town Center Mall, Shaw Park, Mountain View Aquatic Center, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, Marietta Country Club and Wellstar Kennesaw Medical Center.

To visit from Atlanta, take I-75 North to I-575 North. Take exit 3, Chastain Road. Turn right on Chastain Road, and the community will be approximately one-half mile on the left. There is a traffic signal at the entrance.

To find out more about Brookhaven of East Cobb’s last remaining home sites, contact sales agent Tim Parker at 404-808-5648. Also, go to www.jimchapmancommunities.com.

An Atlanta-based builder and developer, Jim Chapman began building custom homes in 1998.  Today, Jim Chapman Communities applies to the active adult market and the quality and service standards Jim Chapman developed while building luxury homes in the Buckhead area. Jim Chapman Communities currently builds elegant, yet affordable one-level ranch communities in Douglas, Cobb, Gwinnett, North Fulton and Forsyth Counties. Planning and delivering extraordinary communities designed for the active adult lifestyle, Jim Chapman Communities offer Well-Earned Elegance for today’s active adults. For more information, call 678-825-4510 or visit www.JimChapmanCommunities.com.

Windsong Properties' Newest Active Adult Model Homes Opening at Heron Pond

The highly anticipated Allston and Carson models will open in Woodstock this April

ATLANTA – Windsong Properties is excited to announce that its highly anticipated model homes will open at the new active adult community of Heron Pond in April. Located in Woodstock, the decorated model homes will feature two of the builder’s latest floor plans, the Allston and the Carson.

The low maintenance Allston was designed with downsizers and travelers in mind. This convenient lock and leave, two bedroom, two bath home is bright and open with a conversation-starting front porch, generous living area with cozy fireplace, dining areas with views of the courtyard, gourmet kitchen with plenty of countertop space, a study that can be used as a third bedroom or office, luxurious main level owner’s suite with large walk-in closet, finished loft and storage upstairs.

As the largest floor plan at Heron Pond, the Carson has two bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths. Designed for entertainers, the home features a welcoming front porch, gorgeous foyer, retreat/reading area, study that can be used as a third bedroom or office, gourmet kitchen with large island, great room with fireplace and owner’s suite with two oversized walk-in closets. Additionally, the home also boasts a patio that leads out to a private courtyard.

Priced from the low $300,000s, Heron Pond is gated with 75 homes that include open floor plans, safe step-free access, low maintenance materials and private courtyards. Amenities include a beautifully landscaped linear park leading to the front of the clubhouse. There are also sidewalks throughout and a pond-side walking trail.

Conveniently located just two miles west of Sandy Plains Road on Highway 92, Heron Pond is minutes from Downtown Woodstock, historic Roswell, The Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta, specialty groceries, original eateries and more.

For more details, call Kris Johnson at 770-516-3678. Also, visit www.windsonglife.com.

Locally owned, Windsong Properties was founded by Mark Carruth and Steve Romeyn. The two bring more than three decades of local building experience to Windsong Properties, ‘Where Life’s a Breeze.’ As empty nesters themselves, Mark and Steve have firsthand knowledge of the desires of active adults and are passionate about creating communities and homes for empty nesters. From the design of the community and its amenities to the floor plans and the unique customer service approach, every decision made at Windsong Properties is targeted to the 50-plus, empty nester group. Windsong Properties has been awarded numerous OBIE awards from the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association including 50+ Community of the Year in 2010 for Somerset in Woodstock, Ga. Windsong Properties invites you to visit one of its communities to see how easy living the Windsong lifestyle can be. For more information on Windsong Properties and its homes, visit www.windsonglife.com or call 770-516-3409.