Final Home Now Available at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm

The final sale at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm is about to be made. Of the original 218 homes in this Forsyth active adult community, only the model home remains to be sold, humbly priced at $315,000.

Originally chosen as the gatehouse floor plan from which to welcome buyers to The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm, the home’s Ashewood condominium plan features two bedrooms, two baths, an upstairs bonus room and a sunroom. And The Orchards Group spared no expense making this home both chic and highly functional, installing granite countertops in the kitchen and hardwood flooring and new paint throughout the 2,200-square-foot house. The condominium also features the builder’s signature lighting and plumbing package, as well as a fireplace with built-in bookshelves, an avid reader’s dream come true.

When the homeowner finally wants to step outside this beautiful home, they can head to the community’s clubhouse, which contains a gourmet kitchen, fitness center, a gentlemen’s den complete with library and card and game rooms. The community also offers a refreshing swimming pool, a leisure lawn, a fire pit and a barbeque grilling area, all perfect locations to socialize with friends and family.

Mere minutes from Lake Lanier and just a short drive away from the Sawnee Mountain Preserve, Stone Mountain and the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm is a gateway into some of Georgia’s best natural features with easy access to GA 400. And, when you are done exploring nature for the day, the Collection of Forsyth will provide you with excellent shopping. Also nearby are the New Northside Hospital Forsyth and several world-class golf courses.

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

Brighten Up Your Home with These Spring Cleaning Tips from Smith Douglas Communities

Spring has officially arrived in metro Atlanta, making now the perfect time to get your home in tip-top shape! Smith Douglas Communities, a new home builder in metro Atlanta, has compiled this great list of tips to help you clean the often overlooked areas of your home:

1.       Wait to wash your windows on a cloudy day. If it’s too sunny, the cleaner can dry too quickly and leave your windows streaky.

2.       To clean up the mess in your microwave that weeks of reheating food can leave, heat a bowl of vinegar and water inside for about 10 minutes. Then, wipe down the inside of the microwave for a sparkling clean finish.

3.       To refresh a hard working washing machine, run it without clothing or other items inside with bleach. Then, run it a second time with vinegar for a sparkling clean machine!

4.       Refrigerators accumulate dust just like any other item in your home. The condenser coils, which are usually located in the back of your refrigerator or behind the toe grill, can collect too much dust, causing them to overheat. Clean the coils with your vacuum cleaner attachments or a long-handled bottle brush.

5.       If your coffee cups have built up brown stains after years of use, don’t get rid of them. Instead, wet the cup, sprinkle on baking soda and mix them together to form a paste. Continue to rub the paste to allow it to release the stains, then rinse and wash the cups as usual.

6.       If your stove burners have blackened after lots of use, don’t waste your time and energy scrubbing them. Instead, place them in large zip-lock bags and add enough diluted ammonia to immerse them. Be sure to wear gloves to protect your hands when you are handling the ammonia. Set the bags outside overnight to keep the smell outdoors, and then rinse them in the morning.

7.       Although you regularly change your sheets, have you ever thought about cleaning your mattress? Mix baking soda with lavender oil and spread it all over your mattress. Wait an hour and then vacuum the baking soda up. Your mattress will be like new, and it will smell heavenly when you lay down for bed!

8.       Don’t try to dust your lampshades with feather dusters or damp cloths. Instead, just rub a lint roller across it. It will easily pick up all of the dust without spreading it around or damaging your lamp shade.

9.       Cabinets and baseboards can be a chore to clean in any home, no matter how big or small it is. Use a sponge or sponge map and dishwashing soap to scrub them clean, and then dry the insides with a clean cloth.

1.   If your ceiling fan is caked in dust, take an old pillowcase and slip it around the fan blades. Rub it back and forth until it has collected all of the dust, and then toss the pillow case in the laundry.

If you are searching for a new home in metro Atlanta, then Smith Douglas Communities has a wide variety of homes to choose from. Backed by more than 40 years of experience, Smith Douglas Communities is committed to providing home buyers with quality-built, affordable homes that showcase stunning designs and luxurious features. For more information on the new homes from Smith Douglas Communities, visit www.SmithDouglas.com. 

The Orchards Group Offering Buyer’s Bonus at Cumming Active Adult Community

The Orchards Group is pleased to announce that it is now offering a buyer’s bonus on the remaining homes at its Forsyth County active adult community, The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. With only six homes remaining that feature the fantastic incentives, these homes are sure to sell quickly.

There are currently master-on-the-main townhome villas and ranch condominiums remaining at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm. Some of these homes have just begun construction while others are nearly completed, meaning they have varying completion dates from now through the end of the summer.

Each of the remaining ranch condominiums at The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm are priced from $299,000 to $320,000 and include a $10,000 buyer’s bonus that can be used towards additional upgrades, closing costs or as a straight price reduction. The ranch condominiums offer two and three bedroom designs that include an activities suite over the garage.

The final master-on-the-main townhome villas are priced from $300,000 to $345,000, and each home includes a $15,000 buyer’s bonus that can also be used towards upgrades, closing costs or as an overall price reduction. These homes feature a covered rear porch, optional sunrooms, large master retreats, two-car garages and much more.

The Orchards of Brannon Oak Farm has a state-of-the-art amenity package perfect for the active adult lifestyle. Outdoor amenities include a sparkling swimming pool, barbeque grilling area, community lawn and a fire pit. The grand clubhouse has card and game rooms, a gourmet kitchen, fitness center and a gentleman’s den complete with a fireplace. In addition, homeowners can enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle at this community.

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

Big Homes for Great Prices in Lawrenceville

Smith Douglas offers several great floor plans for buyers interested in purchasing a new home in Lawrenceville. Each plan is unique, and families are sure to find the right home for them in this fast-growing city. Buyers who act now can reserve their home site and take advantage of special pre-construction prices in Silver Oak, an established community that features excellent amenities like a pool, tennis courts and more.

Floor plans like the Macland are great for families that love to customize their new home to fit their needs. The home spans 2,510 square feet and has three different options for the first floor living room. The Gwinnett County home builder can convert the floor plan as needed into a study, guest bedroom or dining room. The overflowing owner suite upstairs includes his and hers walk-in closets plus a large bathroom with a garden tub and walk-in shower. The Macland is priced from $194,900 and can include up to five bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms.

Families in Silver Oak who want to scale back will appreciate the Bayfield floor plan with options for 1,638 and 2,010 square feet. Three bedrooms, including the owner suite, are located on the first floor, along with a spacious living room and kitchen with an island. The second floor can be used as a bonus room with walk-in closet, a bedroom and bathroom combination or just left unfinished. Prices for the Bayfield floor plan start at $179,900.

If space is what a buyer needs, they need look no further than the 3,549 square foot Parkwood floor plan with up to five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. Large families will appreciate the big family room adjacent to the kitchen that includes a breakfast space. Buyers can convert the living room into a study, if desired. Four bedrooms, including an oversized master suite fill out the second floor. The Parkview plan is priced from $229,900 and can be customized in a variety of ways so families move into the home they want.

Learn why Smith Douglas is one of the most popular home builders in Gwinnett County by visiting www.smithdouglas.com, and call 470-268-7547 to get more information about Silver Oak. 

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

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

Five of the eight homes remaining are townhome villas. These homes are priced from $300,000 to $345,000 and come with a $15,000 incentive for buyers. Since four of these homes are still under construction, buyers can choose to put the money towards upgrades for the home, towards the overall cost or use the money as they please. The three bedroom, three bath villas are great options that offer residents a spacious floor plan, a fireplace, and cathedral ceilings.

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

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

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

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

RSVP Now for Tomorrow’s Grand Opening

See why Cherokee County home builder Smith Douglas Communities’ Chestnut floor plan took Gold at the 2013 OBIEs by attending our Cherokee Reserve open house luncheon Tuesday, February 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a gourmet lunch catered by Bear’s Best and discover why Cherokee Reserve is the right community for your family.

Cherokee Reserve has large, open homes that feature gorgeous views while still just being minutes from all that Canton offers for dining and entertainment. Homes are priced from the $190,000s with four to six bedrooms available in five unique floor plans.

The Chestnut plan used for the model home presents homeowners with five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, which gives everyone a space to call their own. Growing families can also utilize an option for a sixth bedroom and a fourth bathroom.

Family meals cooked in the gourmet kitchen can be enjoyed in the nearby breakfast space or in the more formal separate dining room. For those who love to entertain, the large family room is perfect for gatherings, parties or cheering on your favorite team. The hallway leading from the foyer is the perfect place to display family photos or art. Relax after meals in the living room or catch up on a book in the study.

Upstairs, two walk-in closets give the owner’s suite an abundance of storage space, and there’s no better way to relax than in a bubble bath in the garden tub. A walk-in shower and dual vanity sinks round out the luxurious owner’s bathroom. Four bedrooms and two more bedrooms finish out the second floor.

See it all yourself Tuesday, but don’t forget to RSVP! Call 678-316-3776 or email CherokeeReserve@smithdouglas.com. The model home is located at 125 Cherokee Reserve Circle, Canton, GA, 30115. Find out today why these new homes in Cherokee County are so in demand by calling the community sales agent, Kelley Boatwright, at 770-213-8953, or visiting www.SmithDouglas.com.

The Orchards Group has Successful 2013 at Cherokee Community

Last year marked a record-breaking sales year for The Orchards Group, a metro Atlanta active adult builder. The success seen by the builder in 2013 can be traced back to both the outstanding homes that are offered and the brand name that The Orchards Group has created. Over the past 16 years, The Orchards Group has built and finished more active adult communities that any other builder in the area, a fact that the builder is very proud of.

The Orchards of East Cherokee provides its homeowners with a unique location that is not specifically in any one downtown area. The community is located in between four distinct towns, including historic Roswell, Canton, Alpharetta and downtown Woodstock. In addition, the new Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta are just minutes away from the community, providing residents with even more great shopping opportunities.

Homeowners residing at The Orchards of East Cherokee have the benefit of paying lower property taxes than those living in many nearby counties. Cherokee County taxes are very affordable for residents over the age of 62, as they receive a 70 percent discount on their taxes thanks to the school tax exemption. This tax break can ultimately lead to homeowners in Cherokee County saving thousands of dollars.

More than 100 of the community’s 140 total homes have been sold, with more than 30 homes being sold in 2013. Due to this quick sales pace, the builder expects this fantastic community to be sold out by the end of 2014.

The homes at The Orchards of East Cherokee are affordably priced from the low to mid $200,000s, and each home is a ranch condominium floor plan. All exterior building maintenance and landscape maintenance is taken care of for residents living in these homes, which allows them to spend more time enjoying the outstanding community amenities and living the true active adult lifestyle.

Prospective home buyers will find two model homes to tour at The Orchards of East Cherokee that are open seven days a week. For more information or to schedule a tour, contact the sales center by calling 770-345-5409 or visit www.OrchardsGroup.com.