Few Opportunities Remain at the Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm

Are you looking for the perfect active adult community? The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm is a beautiful community with only a few opportunities remaining. Buyers can choose from ranch condominium plans, attached villa homes and one remaining single-family detached home.

Priced from the $290,000s, the community has 12 maintenance-free ranch condominium homes and master-on-the-main villas available with spacious floor plans. The condominiums feature hardwood floors and granite countertops, while the villas have beautiful patios in the back of the home.  Each home is designed to make everyday living simple and enjoyable.

Additionally, only one single-family detached home remains at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. This beautiful home, priced at $319,000, features three bedrooms and three bathrooms in a spacious floor plan.

Resident events and activities abound at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, and these events take place at the grand clubhouse, which offers residents an outdoor pool and a large, furnished social area inside.

Located only half a mile from GA 400, this community has convenient access to the new Northside Hospital Forsyth and the wonderful shopping and dining experiences that can be found at the Collection at Forsyth. In addition, thanks to the community’s Forsyth County location, residents at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm will enjoy a low tax rate for home owners over age 65.

For more information or to visit to the model home at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm community, please call the community sales office at 678-513-8879 or visit www.OrchardsGroup.com.

Food and Fun Never Far Away at Woodstock Village

For home buyers looking to live near the best that Cherokee County has to offer, Smith Douglas Communities provides beautiful homes conveniently located off of Highway 92 at its Woodstock Village community.

Priced from the $150,000s, these new homes in Woodstock are situated near some of the best shops, restaurants and schools in metro Atlanta. The new Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta, a 370,000 square foot, open-air outlet center is a 10-minute drive up I-575. Additionally, downtown Woodstock, known for its eclectic mix of unique restaurants and locally-owned shops, is less than five miles away from Woodstock Village. What better way to spend a Saturday than shopping and dining with friends just 10 minutes from your front door?

Children living in Woodstock Village attend River Ridge High School in the award-winning Cherokee County School System. The system was named a top 10 district in the nation each of the last six years.

Spacious homes at Woodstock Village feature three to four bedrooms with two-and-a-half bathrooms. The elegance of each home is apparent upon entering with vaulted ceilings, arched entryways and crown molding. Gorgeous kitchens are great for cooking large meals while friends and family mingle in the spacious family rooms.

Exteriors of the homes are just as stunning with brick or stone accents that perfectly complement the glass front doors. Fully sodded yards add to the beautiful curb appeal and are perfect for kids to play outside after school.

Homes in Woodstock Village are also built to be energy efficient. Two-zoned heating and air conditioning units with separate thermostats for each floor and solid vinyl insulated windows are just a few features that will keep power bills lower throughout the year.

Those interested in these Woodstock homes for sale are encouraged to check out the model home today at 130 Village Trail in Woodstock. It’s open Monday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. For more information on available new homes at Woodstock Village, visit www.smithdouglas.com.

Model Home Opens with Award-Winning Floor Plan

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

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

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

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

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

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

Final Single-Family Home Remains at Cumming Active Adult Community

The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, an active adult community in Cumming, has only one single-family home remaining. Of the 58 single-family homes, 57 have been sold and closed, leaving active adult buyers just one final opportunity to call The Gallery neighborhood of this stunning community home.

The available home features the Magnolia plan, a three bedroom and three bathroom home. Priced at $319,000, it also includes a $15,000 buyer’s bonus that can be used for additional upgrades, closing costs or a discount on the total price. The first floor of this beautiful home showcases the master suite, a secondary bedroom and bathroom and a large screened porch. Upstairs, there is a third bedroom and bathroom, as well as a spacious bonus room. The new homeowners will enjoy luxurious touches that can be found throughout, including espresso cabinetry in the bathrooms, Sienna maple cabinets in the kitchen, upgraded tile, paint and extensive hardwoods throughout the main level.

Residents at every Orchards Group community have the pleasure of enjoying a low-maintenance lifestyle, as regular landscaping is taken care of by the homeowner’s association. This includes weekly cuttings, mulch replacement, chemical treatments and an irrigation system.

Thanks to the low-maintenance living that can be found at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, residents will have plenty of time to enjoy the outstanding community amenities. They include a grand clubhouse complete with a gourmet kitchen, gentleman’s den with a fireplace, card and game rooms and a fitness center. In addition, the outdoor amenities feature a sparkling swimming pool, community lawn, barbeque grilling area and a fire pit.

In addition to the remaining single-family home, there are 12 maintenance-free ranch condominium and master-on-the-main villas that are priced from the $270,000s at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. For more information on these final active adult homes, contact The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm sales center by calling 678-513-8879 or visit www.OrchardsGroup.com.

Sales Totals Reach New High at North Atlanta Active Adult Communities

The Orchards Group, a premier active adult builder in North Atlanta, has seen a dramatic increase in sales throughout each month of 2013. Both of its active adult communities have seen a high annual rate of home sales, with 36 at The Orchards of East Cherokee and 54 at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. These numbers, which are close to pre-recession sales numbers that were reported by many of Atlanta’s top-selling communities, are further proof that the Atlanta real estate market is on the mend.

“We are very proud to be consistently ranked as one of Atlanta’s strongest builders solely dedicated to the active adult target audience,” said Mitch Block, sales and marketing director for The Orchards Group. “The Orchards Group has typically marketed just two properties at a time, enabling us to keep our subcontractor base consistent, our workload manageable and everyone geared towards delivering an exceptional product with an extraordinary value.”

At The Orchards of East Cherokee, located in Hickory Flat, monthly sales have averaged three homes sold while The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, located in Cumming, has seen monthly sales through October reach an average of 4.7 new homes sold. 

Every community from The Orchards Group provides its homeowners with an unmatched active adult, maintenance-free lifestyle. Regular landscaping is taken care of for the residents, which includes mulch replacement, weekly cutting, chemical treatments and irrigation.

With the maintenance-free lifestyle that is offered at both of The Orchards Group communities, homeowners have more time to enjoy the community amenities. At each community, residents can enjoy spending time together in the grand clubhouse, which has a fitness center, gourmet kitchen and card and game rooms. In addition, they can head outside for fun in the sun at the swimming pool and barbeque grilling area. At The Orchards of East Cherokee, residents will also be able to relax poolside on the waterfall sitting plaza. And, at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, residents can gather on the community lawn or in the great gentlemen’s den with a fireplace that can be found in the clubhouse.

For more information on the new active adult homes from The Orchards Group, visit www.OrchardsGroup.com, or contact the community sales centers. The Orchards of East Cherokee can be reached at 770-345-5409 and The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm can be reached at 678-513-8879.

Enjoy a Winter Wonderland Near Woodstock New Homes This December

The city sidewalks of Woodstock are decked out in holiday style just in time for an array of special holiday events this December. Here's a look at what you and your family can enjoy near your Woodstock new home this month:

• Christmas on Main: The spirit of Christmas is in the air on Main Street for this special holiday Friday Night Live on Friday, December 6. Shop for the perfect holiday gift, enjoy a meal with family and friends and catch a glimpse of Santa!
• Christmas Jubilee Parade of Lights: The parade will be held on Saturday, December 7 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The parade will start at the old Wal-Mart/Furniture for Less store on Highway 92 and travel north on Main Street to Woodstock Elementary school. Afterwards, visit with Santa at the Park at City Center, and enjoy a free moonwalk, marshmallow roast, holiday vendors and much more.
• Santa's Mailbox: Drop off your letter to Santa from December 7 through 16 at the Park at City Center. Just before Christmas, you'll receive a personalized letter back from the jolly man himself!
• The Little Drummer Boy: Enjoy this family friendly story of Daniel who receives a handmade drum for this birthday before traveling to Bethlehem where he meets Mary, Joseph and the Three Wise Men. Presented by the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, shows will be held at City Center Auditorium on Sunday December 8, 15 and 22. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
• Visit with Santa: Kris Kringle will park his sleigh at the Woodstock Visitors Center on Saturday, December 14 from 1 to 2 p.m. Kids can enjoy having their picture taken and sharing their Christmas wish list!
• A Christmas Carol: Help Scrooge learn the true meaning of Christmas during this holiday classic. A free performance (with canned good donation) will be held Saturday, December 14 at 2 p.m. at the City Center Auditorium. Other show dates include December 20, 21, 23 and 24. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

If a metro Atlanta new home in Cherokee County is on your holiday wish list this year, Smith Douglas Communities has the magic elves to make it happen. With seven communities in Cherokee County, including some with Atlanta homes priced under 200k, you're bound to find a new home and community that is your dream come true.

Visit the Smith Douglas Communities website at www.SmithDouglas.com or call 770-485-7086 to learn more.

The Orchards Group Continues to Break Sales Records in September

The Orchards Group is pleased to announce that they have continued to break sales records this year with the closing of eight new metro Atlanta active adult homes in the month of September.

The Orchards of East Cherokee in Hickory Flat and The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm in Cumming each saw four home closings last month. As further evidence that the Atlanta real estate market has made drastic improvements over the last 18 to 24 months, six of the new home buyers were current metro Atlanta residents.

“When we were in the depths of the recession, 75 percent of our new homeowners were moving in from out of state,” said Mitch Block, director of sales and marketing for The Orchards Group. “The local prospective buyers simply could not sell their existing homes, which was necessary for them to be able to buy new homes.”

The improved Atlanta resale market has contributed to TheOrchards Group’s recent sales success, because they can sell to home buyers in the local active adult market, as they are now able to sell their home.

Residents at both of The Orchards Group communities will enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle, as regular landscaping is taken care of by the homeowner’s association. The weekly landscaping includes cutting, irrigation, mulch replacement and chemical treatments.

Thanks to the maintenance-free lifestyle, residents will have more time to enjoy the plethora of amenities that are provided by The Orchards Group. At both communities, the outstanding amenities include an inviting swimming pool, barbeque grilling area and a clubhouse complete with a fitness center, gourmet kitchen and card and game rooms. At The Orchards of East Cherokee, residents will also enjoy a waterfall sitting plaza by the pool. And, at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, the amenity package is rounded out with a community lawn, fire pit and a gentlemen’s den in the clubhouse.

For more information on the new active adult homes from The Orchards Group, contact the sales center at The Orchards at East Cherokee at 770-345-5409 or at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm at 678-513-8879. Or, you can visit www.OrchardsGroup.com.