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FrontDoor Communities Introduce Three New Home Plans

Palmer planFrontDoor Communities is pleased to introduce three new home plans that are available in Charleston’s gorgeous riverfront community, Stonoview.

The Palmer is an elegant, four bedroom home with three-and-a-half bathrooms. With 2,260 square feet, this home plan features a spacious open concept living area with an owner’s suite fit for royalty. A beautiful kitchen looks out over the spacious family room and allows the whole family to be together. Starting at $484,900, this home plan is definitely worth a look.

Looking for some Southern Charm in a home? Look no further than the Albretch home plan. This stunning four bedroom, three-and-a-half bathroom home is perfect for those who truly appreciate nature. With a front porch that spans the length of the home, it is perfect for those unforgettable front porch-sitting nights just watching the sun sink over the water. The owner’s suite has an optional private sunroom and for even more outdoor entertainment, the back porch can be extended to have an owner’s suite opening. With 2,817 square feet of living space, this home plan starts at $534,900.

Ballentine planThe Ballantine plan is the epitome of functionality and grace. Its most distinctive feature, aside from the stunning layout, is the elevator that can travel to all three floors of the home. With a large gourmet kitchen complete with an oversized island that overlooks a spacious family room, this home is every family’s dream. This plan has a flex room that can be used for whatever the homeowners like, perhaps an office or even a craft room. Starting at $549,900, this 3,087-square-foot home is simply perfect.

No matter which FrontDoor Communities home plan you choose at Stonoview, you will get the builder’s best work. Known for attention to detail and offering top quality features and finishes, FrontDoor’s homes offer the best of Lowcountry living. Homes are oriented to take advantage of the beautiful scenery and coastal breezes, and outdoor living spaces are given additional attention in these homes.

Stonoview itself is simply a cut above standard communities. It provides a true sense of the Lowcountry with gorgeous moss-draped oak trees and beautiful sunsets. Perfect for the water lover, this community has a community boat dock with a great sundeck and onsite boat storage. It also has a waterfront park and a beautiful swimming pool. Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of this extraordinary community. For more information, contact agent Danielle Edmiston at 843-352-4997 or visit www.FDCCharleston.com/Stonoview.

The Essex Expedition Continues!

Essex ExpeditionEssex Expedition, an agent promotion from Essex Homes, is in full swing. Real estate agents are encouraged to participate in exploring the excellent Essex Homes communities throughout the greater Columbia area. There are 11 remaining dates for agents to explore the various communities and discover the secret to selling an Essex home.

On each date, Essex Homes will host a luncheon for local real estate agents at the featured community. This allows attendees to tour the community and learn more about homes available for sale, meet other local agents to expand their network, and earn a stamp on their Essex Expedition passport. Agents should attend as many expeditions as possible, because those who have the most stamps at the end of the year will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a surprise getaway!

The next agent event is on July 6 at Abney Hills Estates in Blythewood featuring the culinary delights of Mary Morgan Kerlagon. Yes, Mary is cooking and hosting her annual Christmas in July. Presents for everyone!  Following is the Estates at Persimmon Hill in Lexington on July 20. The August dates will see explorations of Essex’s Saddlebrook community on August 3 in Lugoff and the Manors at White Knoll in Lexington on August 17.

September 7 will feature a tour of the Longcreek communities in Blythewood which includes Fox Meadow, Heritage Forest and Long Cove. Two weeks later on September 21, agents can explore the Preserve at Rolling Creek in Irmo.

Real estate agents in the Columbia area are encouraged to join the Essex Homes Key Club closed group on Facebook to be notified of the upcoming Essex Expedition events in 2016 so they don’t miss out on the fun.

For more information about Essex Homes and all of its wonderful communities, visit www.EssexHomes.net.

New Riverside Homes Released at Carolina Park

Tybee home plan from FrontDoor CommunitiesFrontDoor Communities announces that its first two custom-built homes are now available in the Riverside section at Carolina Park in Mount Pleasant. Priced from the $700,000s, these homes are located on large lots and are surrounded by natural park space and wetlands.

Located on home site 2048, the Tybee plan offers four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms throughout 3,300 square feet of living space. Priced at $726,900, the home includes a large wrap-around front porch and rear porch, a guest bedroom or study on the main floor with a private bath, a mudroom and a spacious kitchen with a large island and pantry that all opens to the family and dining rooms. Upstairs, the home has a master suite with two walk-in closets, private access to the laundry room and a spa-like bath with double vanities. Also on the second floor are two additional bedrooms with private baths. Finally, this home features a detached two-car garage.

The Alston floor plan on home site 2015 is priced at $774,900. Featuring 3,767 square feet of living space, this home has four bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. The wide front porch opens to a shotgun-style hall flanked by the study and combined mud room and laundry room. Also on the first floor is a large kitchen and dining room, as well as the family room that opens to the spacious rear porch. The second story offers three bedrooms, one with a private bathroom and two sharing a Jack and Jill bath. The master suite is complete with a large walk-in closet and bathroom is also located on the second floor. Additionally, this home has a detached two-car garage with space above it that can be finished.

Tybee plan at Carolina ParkLocated in Mount Pleasant along the banks of the Wando River, Carolina Park is a 1,700-acre master-planned community that combines recreation, shopping, education and gracious Lowcountry living in a park-like setting. The community includes a wide array of water features and natural preserves, parks and green space. It will also include an outstanding list of amenities such as four lighted multi-purpose fields; a Resident’s Club with a junior Olympic pool, kid’s water feature, open-air pavilion with an outdoor kitchen, tennis courts, playground, picnic areas and more; an integrated trail system for biking, walking and running; and a Riverside Club with a kayak launch onto the Wando River. The community will also offer its own schools; a Town Center with shopping, dining and services; a public library; two churches; a full-service hospital; a local fire station and much more.

For more information on the custom homes available in the Riverside section of Carolina Park, home buyers are encouraged to contact agent Darlene Tanenbaum at 843-972-8970 or visit www.FDCCharleston.com/CarolinaPark.

Waterfront Home Sites Released at Freeman’s Point on James Island

Creekside Waterfront HomeFrontDoor Communities announces the release of waterfront home sites at its popular Freeman’s Point community on James Island. Located along picturesque Seaside Creek, just eight home sites are available that will showcase custom homes from FrontDoor Communities and Ashton Woods Homes.

Prospective home buyers can live the waterfront lifestyle by choosing one of two available under construction homes, or selecting a home site and a custom home plan created by award-winning architects or designing their own from the approved Builder Guild. Waterfront homes at Freeman’s Point are priced from the $700,000s, and every home site maximizes the marsh and water views. Homes in Seaside at Freeman’s Point feature double porches on select plans that maximize coastal views, chef-style kitchens, open living spaces ideal for entertaining and owner’s suites that offer a peaceful retreat with great views.

The two available homes include the Tidalview from FrontDoor Communities on home site 2 and the Sycamore built by Ashton Woods Homes on home site 3.

Priced at $849,900, the Tidalview has four bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, including the owner’s suite on the main level, large front and rear porches, kitchen with a large island open to the family room, and a large wall of doors that extends the family room to the rear porch, providing unobstructed coastal views.

Freeman's Point Waterfront viewAshton Woods’ Sycamore plan is priced at $890,035 and includes four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms throughout 3,212 square feet of living space. This home features an open living area on the main level with a family room, dining room and kitchen.

Homeowners at Freeman’s Point will enjoy access to a 1,000-foot waterfront park that is just steps from the Seaside homes; Founder’s Park complete with a gazebo, children’s playground and picnic area; swimming pool; gathering pavilion; fireside lounge; community boat ramp and community dock. In addition, the community is a short distance from historic Charleston and Folly Beach.

With only eight available home sites, these homes will be available for just a limited time. For more information on these waterfront homes, visit www.FreemansPoint.com.

FrontDoor Communities Announces Stonoview Coming Soon

Stonoview Home Plan RenderingFrontDoor Communities is excited to announce that Stonoview on Johns Island is coming soon. Prospective home buyers can now register for the VIP Interest List to learn more about Lowcountry living at this master planned community.

Priced from the mid $400,000s, Stonoview will have 20 brand new homes sites with similar designs to the builder’s properties at Freeman’s Point and Carolina Park communities. The traditional architecture will evoke a simpler era but with a 21st century aesthetic, including open concept living areas and upscale finishes. In addition, a decorated model home is expected to debut in late summer or early fall 2016.

Stonoview provides a natural setting with moss draped oak trees, community dock with sundeck, floating boat slips, on site boat storage, crabbing, kayak storage, waterfront park and pavilion, community pool, tennis courts, walking/biking trails, pocket parks, several picnic areas and unobstructed views of the Stono River.

dock at Stonoview in CharlestonThe community is minutes from area shopping, dining and recreation. This includes the James Island County Park, the West Ashley Greenway and Magnolia Park and Community Garden. Children residing at Stonoview will attend Angel Oak Elementary School, Haut Gap Middle School and St. John’s High School.

To learn more, contact Julie Gustavson or Danielle Edmiston at 843-352-4997. To register for the VIP Interest List, visit www.frontdoorcommunities.com/stonoview.