Fourth of July Events in Columbia, S.C.

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fireworkEssex Homes wants to say happy 239th birthday, USA! On this special Independence Day, there is no need to go out of town for the Fourth of July because Columbia has its own celebration events for you and your family to enjoy!

Celebrate the day with peaches and patriotism at the Lexington County Peach Festival! Festivities kick off with a parade at 9:30 a.m. followed by a day full of activities such as live entertainment, more than 100 arts and crafts exhibits, an antique car show, a Revolutionary War re-enactment and a spectacular fireworks show at 10 p.m. During the day, taste authentic foods prepared by locals and countless peach recipes in the peach contest!

For those near Lake Murray, be sure to catch the Lake Murray Fireworks Celebration! This is South Carolina’s largest fireworks show. The evening begins with a festive Fourth of July-themed boat parade. The Lake Murray Orchestra will follow with a patriotic concert, and the grand finale is a stunning fireworks display. You can watch the event from The Dreher Island State Park and both Lake Murray Dam park sites. Bring a blanket and picnic, and make a night of it! Get there early to ensure your spot, as gates close at 8 p.m. Entry at Dreher Island State Park is $2 per adult and free to kids 15 years old and younger. Lake Murray Dam park sites admission is $3 per car.

Enjoy a night with the family cheering on the Columbia Blowfish baseball players at the Capital City Stadium beginning at 7 p.m. Stay after and watch a fireworks display in the stadium immediately following the game!

Watch a movie under the stars at the Columbia Speedway at the American Classic Drive-In Movie event. The featured movie, Cayce, begins at 8:50 p.m.

Attend the Freedom Festival, taking place at the Village at Sand Park. Listen to Ronnie McDowell perform at 7 p.m., and enjoy the fireworks at 9 p.m.

Come to a Fourth of July party and Fundraiser for the Fall Heroes at the Lexington VFW. Donations can be dropped off after 4 p.m., and the party starts at 7 p.m.! Following the party, there will be a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.

Watch patriotic skydivers fly down from above at the Fourth of July Skydiving Exhibition at 8 p.m. The skydivers will land at Newberry High School, and fireworks will progress after the exhibition.

Essex Homes wishes you all a happy Fourth of July! As an added bonus, Essex Homes honors its military home buyers this Independence Day, and every day, with a $2,000 Homes for Heroes incentive. For more information about buying an Essex home or the Homes for Heroes bonus, visit the website at www.EssexHomes.net.

Essex Homes Offers Lake Lifestyle for Home Buyers in Charlotte and Columbia

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dock for 113 EastshoreEssex Homes proudly builds new home communities in the areas of Columbia, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina. The builder constructions its homes with consideration given to the type of lifestyles enjoyed by today’s home buyers, as well as the need for living space and functionality.

Lake Wylie and Lake Murray were major influencers in the location chosen for several of Essex’s new home communities. The lake is a sought-after attraction by home buyers for many reasons, including the opportunity to enjoy endless summer activities. These communities offer a lake lifestyle that just can’t be beat. Amenities at the lake communities vary but often include convenient waterfront storage for your canoe or kayak, private boat ramps, nature trails, parks and playgrounds, community pools and clubhouses, fire pits and cook out areas. Find your lake oasis with Essex Homes today!

Essex Homes has three communities located near Lake Wylie, just a short drive from Charlotte. On the builder’s interactive map, you can see where each community is located:

  • Handsmill: This extraordinary, gated waterfront community is located just 30 minutes from Uptown Charlotte. Designed to preserve the natural setting on which it’s built, this community offers amenities like the LEED-certified clubhouse, pool, nature trails and playground. At Handsmill, homes start in the mid-$300,000s.
  • Tullamore: Offering a relaxed pace of life at an exceptional value, homeowners at Tullamore enjoy recreational activities on the lake just minutes away from the state line. Homes at this community start in the low $200,000s.
  • Woodlands: Located in Rock Hill just south of Charlotte and within walking distance from the nationally-recognized India Hook Elementary is the Woodlands community. These homes feature granite countertops in the kitchen and baths, hardwood flooring, a smooth top range in the kitchen, tankless water heater, gas log fireplace and a sodded yard with prices starting in the $200,000s.

There are also four Essex Homes communities located along the shores of Lake Murray just outside of Columbia, South Carolina. Take a look at the builder’s interactive map for its Columbia communities:

  • Foxchase: A major bonus of this community is the convenient access to the lake and nearby boat ramp! These estate-sized home sites feature semi-custom designer homes with stunning open-concept designs and all-brick exteriors. Homes will offer three to five- bedroom plans ranging in square footage from 2,400 to more than 4,000 with prices starting at $238,900. Only TWO homes remain in this community!
  • Turner’s Pointe: Nestled on a secluded peninsula on the shores of fabulous Lake Murray lies the Turner’s Pointe community. Jasmine exterior at 113 EastshoreHomeowners benefit from the luxurious lake life amenities that include a boat ramp, community pool and clubhouse; in addition, all interior and lake-view homes have their own private boat slip. Homes start in the high $300,000s.
  • The Oaks at SummerLake: This active lifestyle community has an abundance of activities to enjoy including a community pool, lakeside clubhouse, pocket park, nature trails, and of course the lake. Homes here start at $263,700.
  • The Enclave at Silver Creek: Located minutes away from Lake Murray, the homes at The Enclave at Silver Creek start at $200,000. With a new home in this community, residents will be just minutes away from endless summer activities that can be enjoyed on the lake.

If you’re ready to enjoy the ultimate lake lifestyle, visit one of Essex Homes’ lake communities in Columbia, South Carolina or Charlotte, North Carolina. For more information on any of these communities, visit www.essexhomes.net.

Limited Opportunity for Waterfront Living on James Island

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new home on James Island from FrontDoor CommunitiesFrontDoor Communities is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure a waterfront home at their newly built community, Freeman’s Point, which is located on James Island. Dive into waterfront living at Freeman’s Point, where you have the opportunity to customize your home and receive $5,000 in designer options and upgrades.

Prospective home buyers can now tour The Creekside home. At 3,300 square feet, this home features four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms, a wraparound porch and a shared dock with a drive-on slip for the homeowner’s convenience. Buyers can own this dream waterfront home at Freeman’s Point for $869,900.

Enjoy James Island’s most premier views from the Freeman’s Point community, which features a 1,000-foot waterfront park for all homeowners to enjoy. More amenities found at Freeman’s Point include a community pool, pavilion, fireside lounge, dock and fishing pier, and boat access to the private dock on Seaside Creek. Homeowners will also benefit from the neighborhood connectivity via waterfront greenway and trail, as well as spending time at the community’s private park with gazebo, playground and picnic area.

Freeman's Point Waterfront viewTake pleasure in the oasis that is Freeman’s Point, which has river access to Charleston Harbor and Seaside Creek. Take a quick boat ride to indulge in waterfront dining and entertainment, and know that downtown Charleston is only a 15 minute drive from the community. In addition, Freeman’s Point is located close to Morris Island and Folly Beach.

For more information on how to secure a waterfront home at Freeman’s Point, contact Julie Gustavon or Emily Shapiro at 843-406-6636 to set up your private tour today. You can also find more information and pictures of Freeman’s Point online at www.FDCCharleston.com/FreemansPte.

John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods Introduces Designer Model Home at Traditions

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Dawson Exterior from John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods is pleased to announce the opening of its newest designer model home, The Dawson. Located in The Groves at Traditions in historic Wake Forest near Raleigh, North Carolina, this latest addition from the builder’s Signature Portfolio’s Heritage Collection offers classic charm in a highly regarded, sought-after area.

The Dawson provides more than 2,500 square feet of gracious living space to both relax and play. The inviting front porch and traditional foyer give way to the formal dining room and private guest room on either side, while the modern kitchen with breakfast area is open to the main living area and great room. Upstairs, a luxurious owner’s suite complete with spa bath is an inviting retreat. Three additional spacious bedrooms are proximate to the oversized bonus room and offer easy access to even more flexible space in the finished third floor walk-up. Homeowners can also enjoy the screened back porch for year-round entertaining. Continue reading →

Essex Homes to be Showcased on 2015 Central South Carolina Tour of Homes

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Tour of HomesEssex Homes is pleased to announce that eight of its newly crafted homes will be featured on this year’s Building Industry Association of Central South Carolina Tour of Homes, Columbia’s largest open house of new homes on the market.

The Central South Carolina Tour of Homes gives visitors the opportunity to tour more than 40 featured homes built by 17 new home builders in Columbia’s top communities. It is the perfect event for those searching for a new place to call home, as they get the chance to see the many different options of newly-built homes that are offered in the area. The Tour of Homes features an assortment of homes in different price ranges that will appeal to first-time home buyers, families looking to upgrade in size and everything in between. Homes featured on the tour will also be voted upon by attendees through an online ballot found at www.free-times.com. Last year, Essex Homes received Best Overall in the $300,000-400,000 price range for its Katherine home plan in The Oaks at Summer Lake in Lexington and Honorable Mention for the Katherine plan at Turner’s Pointe in Lexington in the $600,000-700,000 category.

The Annual BIA of Central South Carolina Tour of Homes will take place over the course of several weekends in June including June 6-7, 13-14 and 20-21. Tours are free to the public and will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and from 1 until 6 p.m. on Sundays.

More information on the Tour of Homes, including the featured Essex homes, can be found on the events page at www.columbiabuilders.com or the Facebook page, “Tour of Homes – Columbia’s Largest Open House of New Homes For Sale.”

Essex Homes builds new homes in metropolitan Columbia, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina, offering homeowners the “Key to Better Living.” For more information on Essex Homes, visit www.EssexHomes.net.