Libertyville townhouses offer maintenance-free living
For buyers age 55 and older who want maintenance-free living with recreation and social activities close at hand, Victoria Park in Libertyville is a must-see.
The Residential Homes of America (RHA) community features 13 buildings with four townhouses in each building in a park-like setting with a lighted, tree-lined walking path.
Buyers can choose from three floor plans in ranch and two-story designs, each with two bedrooms, den, up to 2ˆ¨ baths, full finished basement and two-car attached garage.
The on-site clubhouse features a clubroom with fireplace and a fully appointed kitchen. Residents can reserve the clubhouse for private parties or family get-togethers. The clubhouse also has a fitness center with state-of-the-art exercise equipment and periodic visits from a personal trainer.
RHA has three special programs to assist buyers' transition to active adult living at Victoria Park, including a program that will pay up to six months of the buyers' mortgage on their existing home if it is unsold at closing. The other programs are a 1 percent buy down of the buyers' interest rate on their new mortgage and up to $12,000 im free options for their new home, said Ann Danner, president and owner of RHA. Details are available at the sales center.
One of the models, The Vardins Grove, priced from $379,990, has 2,155 square feet, two bedrooms, den and 2ˆ¨ baths.
This townhouse with first-floor master showcases a French country interior in red, gold and brown. Carved, painted and stained wood furnishings mix with iron for a traditional look that's not too formal or stuffy.
Gold draperies reach the ceiling in the two-story living-dining room where there's plenty of seating and a round glass-topped table set for six.
The gourmet kitchen with island showcases stainless steel appliances, glazed cherry cabinets topped with granite and a tumbled marble backsplash for a very upscale look. The breakfast room offers a view of the outdoors.
Upstairs, the loft reading area with fireplace features a red accent wall and built-in bookcases.
An enclave with recessed ceiling and light fixture separates the master suite from the living space. The luxury suite with walk-in and reach-in closet is large enough to accommodate a king-size bed. Walls shimmer with metallic gold paint. The bath has his and hers vanities, whirlpool tub and separate shower.
Featuring a travel theme, the guest bedroom includes twin beds topped with paisley print spreads and a painted geometric design on the wall.
A Harley Davidson theme takes center stage in the den, furnished with a large desk and a round table for cognac and cigars. Below the black chair rail is a red leather faux finish. Motorcycle shield medallions are displayed around the room.
The finished basement is the entertaining hub of the house and includes a full wall unit flanked with bookshelves, L-shaped golden velour sofa, entertainment bar with six stools, wine rack, pool table and full bath with shower.
The Ansel Cook, priced from $349,990, has 2,172 square feet, two bedrooms, den and 2ˆ¨ baths.
This townhouse features a neoclassic dȩcor in a teal, black and camel color scheme. Furnishings with soft curves give the home an understated elegant ambience.
An elongated picture frame with extra frame and inside accent paint plays up the high ceiling in the living-dining room. The a glass-topped table is set for dining.
With a more informal look, the family room features a full masonry fireplace and limestone raised hearth with windows on ether side. There's a shallow beam detail on the ceiling and accent paint on the walls.
The peninsula-style angled kitchen features black appliances, glazed white cabinetry, granite countertops and mirror backsplash, which adds depth and a little sparkle to the room. There is also a walk-in pantry and breakfast area.
The master suite with double walk-in closets has a volume ceiling and pretty seating area near the window. Faux painting adds texture and interest, as do custom columns painted on the wall behind the bed. The bath with double bowl vanity has a tub and walk-in shower.
The guest bedroom features a nautical theme with beadboard walls up to 5ˆ¨ feet high and grasscloth wallpaper above.
Decorated in a boy scout theme, the den is set up for the grandson who likes grandpa to be his scout leader. The room features a lot of scouting accessories while wallpaper depicts fish, boats and ways to tie nautical rope knots.
The lower level is a natural gathering spot and includes a game desk and bumper pool for visiting grandkids. For adults, there's a full wet bar with three bar stools and a theater room with draping around the screen and four recliner theater seats. There is also a full bath with shower.
Not modeled, The Liberty is a ranch-style home priced from $399,990 with 1,768 square feet. The home includes formal living/dining space with 10-foot ceilings, a gourmet kitchen with center island and breakfast area, two bedrooms, den and two full baths.
Victoria Park is a maintenance-free community offering freedom from outdoor landscape maintenance, lawn mowing and snow removal.
Victoria Park is on the north side of Peterson Road (Route 137), about one mile west of Milwaukee Avenue. The sales center is located at 1850 Torrey Parkway and is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call (847) 367-0300 or visit www.res-homes.com.
Price range: $349,990 to $399,990
Square footage: 1,768 to 2,172
Parks: Libertyville Park District