As they begin to execute the plan that painstakingly
details how to develop 66 spacious home
sites among the existing mature trees and
foliage that will remain an integral part
of Schererville's Camden Woods, Olthof Homes
anticipates putting the finishing touches
on this secluded community for its grand
opening in spring.
Located on 75th Street, just east of Cline
Avenue, Camden Woods will feature a cobblestone-bordered
natural lake with a private fishing pier,
dramatic fountain and an adjacent park area
featuring a picturesque gazebo, a wildlife
preserve to be created using 42 species
of native wildflowers plus a separate, densely
wooded nature preserve area. The 66 single-family
homes will be built on ample lots, with
a variety of premium views and sizes available
throughout the community. They will range
in size from 2,100 to 3,100 square feet,
with pre-construction values ranging from
the $280,000s to the 400,000s.
"Camden Woods is more exclusive than
some of our other single-family communities.
There will be a fewer number of homes than
something we usually develop,'' said Carmen
Ware, Olthof Homes sales manager.
"Based on our research, there is a
growing demand for private locations that
still offer easy access to all of the wonderful
amenities and charm of our hometowns. Camden
Woods is amazingly secluded for being so
close to all of the great things Schererville
has to offer its residents.''
From Lake Central's award-winning school
system to an abundance of nearby shopping
and dining options, Schererville also boasts
a bustling downtown area, thriving park
program and an old-fashioned community spirit.
"Similar to our maintenance-free communities,
Camden Woods' private atmosphere gives you
that 'away at the cottage' mindset,'' she
said. "Because the lot sizes do vary
throughout the community, we have carefully
plotted which of the five floor plans we
offer here will work on each home site in
conjunction with our extensive efforts to
save as many trees as possible.''
As a result, some features, such as concrete
driveways and basements. already have been
included in the standard plans for the homes
at Camden Woods, according to Ware. Additional
standard features for the five available
single-family homes include 9-foot ceilings,
walk-in closets in the master bedrooms,
utility/laundry tub in all floor plans with
main-level laundry rooms in select plans,
gas forced-air heating system, air conditioner,
40-gallon automatic gas-fired water heater,
poured concrete foundation walls, vinyl
siding, brick and stone exteriors, exterior
electrical outlets, steel exterior doors,
steel pre-finished garage door and 10-year
residential warranty.
With their model homes nearing completion,
Olthof Homes will be showcasing an extensive
selection of the many luxury options available
to homebuyers in each. Some of the Olthof
Homes' luxury options offered at Camden
Woods include sunrooms, a loft area on the
second levels, fireplaces and master suites
with whirlpool tubs and separate showers.
In addition to the luxuriously appointed
model homes, which include the Providence,
a 1-1/2 story home with 2,225 square feet
of living space, 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths
and a 2-car garage, and the Sumner, a 2-story
with 2,400 square feet of living space,
3 or 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths and a 2-car
garage; there is a 2,100-square-foot ranch
plan called the Huntley, a 2,320-square-foot
2-story called the Manchester and a 3,000-square-foot
2-story called the Executive. All told,
there are 22 possibilities of exterior looks
that are monitored closely by Olthof to
ensure variety on every block of the community.
"Single-family communities that have
a variety of homes tend to be more desirable
than those that are more 'cookie-cutter'
in nature,'' Ware said. "The desirability
factor plays a major role in maximizing
the homeowner's investment, which is something
that Olthof homeowner's appreciate.''
As with all Olthof Homes, in addition to
the list of standard features for Camden
Woods' single-family homes, buyers have
the opportunity to select from a number
of custom finishes inside and out. While
many can be seen in the model homes, Olthof
Home's Design Center puts them side-by-side
for easy comparison. Single-family homes
have the most available options.
"The new Olthof Homes Design Center
is a state-of-the-art facility that gives
our customers a wide variety of selections
to tailor their home to fit their individual
needs,'' Ware said. "While our models
display a nice range of choices, there are
even more at the design center. It really
helps our customers to be able to see what
all of the options look like. Plus, our
Design Team is able to answer any questions
regarding the products and provide professional
guidance.''
Located on U.S. 41 in St. John, across from
Lake Central High School, the Olthof Homes
Design Center is open from 11a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mondays through Saturdays for browsing,
with additional hours by appointment.
Since 1961 Olthof Homes has built thousands
of homes in communities throughout Northeast
Illinois and Northwest Indiana. Its hallmark
is designing a wide selection of homes in
ideal locations with unique settings, appealing
exteriors and open floor plans.
For more information about Camden Woods
and pre-construction value pricing, visit
the onsite sales center, contact Jennifer
Maynard at (219) 864-9696 or log on to www.OlthofHomes.com.
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