Levitt and Sons, Lake Lanier
We have visited another 55 community called Seasons at Lake Lanier near Gainesville, GA. These homes are being built by Levitt and Sons. The model homes are built and open for tours. However, the club house has not been built yet. Although they offer a video for viewing of the proposed club house, we were disappointed not to be able to view the proposed amenities. They offer two and three bedroom homes. Most of the homes are built with add-ons so you get to see first hand what options are available. So, many of these features are not included in the base price quote. We found the three bedroom homes to be quite spacious. They do have completed and furnished basements which is an option in their home designs. Their interior design team has done an outstanding job in furnishing these homes giving you insight into how your basement could be utilized. Some are set up as game rooms with full bars, media rooms, or additional living space. They do offer the option of completly finishing the basement space. This 55+ community is located off the main road close to a very busy section filled with restaurants, grocery stores, automobile dealerships, etc. before reaching downtown Gainesville. Upon entering the subdivision, I didn’t get the feeling of being in a resort community as I have with other retirement communities we have visited because of the proximity to the busy road. However, this community will have fewer built homes (approximately 745) which could be appealing.
Your concern about not being able to see the clubhouse is shared by the homeowners and soon to be homeowners. We were led to believe the clubhouse would be started but as you have seen, nada.
Comment by John Snyder — August 30, 2007 @ 1:58 pm
If social opportunities at a great clubhouse are what you want, go just a little farther north to Dahlonega and check out Silver Summit at Mountain Park. These folks were smart and built the clubhouse first, so that it’s ready when the first people move into the community. They also have walking trails and have left 50 acres of trees so the deer and turkeys literally share the community with you! It’s just a mile from Downtown Dahlonega, where there are quaint shops, restaurants, entertainment, North Georgia College (where you can attend enrichment classes!) and more. The Silver Summit at Mountain Park folks held an incredible Grand Opening in October to introduce the clubhouse, and they worked with a local caterer, musician and others to make a fun “Bluegrass” event. Check them out at www.silversummitinc.com
Comment by Annie — December 9, 2007 @ 11:58 am