The Townes at Remington Pointe
Townhouse living in downtown style attracts buyers to The Townes at Remington Pointe, a new community of maintenance-free townhouses in the quiet country town of Volo.
Situated about a mile north of Routes 120 and 12, the Town and Country Homes community features 183 home sites consisting of four, five and six homes per building. Buyers can choose from three two-story and two ranch floor plans that come standard with two to three bedrooms, two to 2½ baths and one- or two-car garage.
"This community is in a phenomenal location carved by the glaciers with rolling hills and curved linear streets -- not farmland with gridded streets," said Pat Happ, new home specialist for Town and Country Homes. "We're surrounded by mature trees and existing estate-style homes near our own national landmark -- the Volo Bog."
All the floor plans are ideal for first-time buyers or empty-nesters. And prices have been temporarily reduced.
Models include The DeSoto, a single-story townhouse priced from $178,995, featuring 1,550 square feet, three bedrooms, two baths and attached two-car garage.
This model's single-level living is ideal for empty-nesters who want minimal stairs and young families who appreciate the convenience of a ranch design.
Showing a casual layout with the kitchen open to the combined dining room-great room, the kitchen features dark hardwood floors contrasting with white appliances and granite countertops. Forty-two-inch maple cabinets and Zodiaq quartz countertops showcase available upgrades.
A corner residence with windows on three sides, the DeSoto receives a lot of natural light, and the model is decorated in shades of light blue to enhance the home's airy feel.
A stone fireplace highlights the great room while a dark wood table and white chairs create interest in the dining room.
The master suite with decorative molding and walk-in and wardrobe closets sits off the main living area. The bath features dual sinks, tub and walk-in shower with tile surround.
The adjacent secondary bedroom, shown as a nursery, is decorated in blue and white. Situated in the front of the home, the third bedroom has enough privacy to serve as a guest room or home office.
The Hudson, a single-story townhouse priced from $160,995, features 1,256 square feet, two bedrooms, two baths and attached one-car garage.
Decorated with an Asian flair, this model shows earth tones, nubby fabrics and hardwood flooring.
The great room features a sofa and love seat with dark brown throws and tan pillows and a built-in media niche. A black dining table with cream-colored chairs furnishes the dining room.
The kitchen with pantry features the rich look of dark wood cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.
A suite retreat, the master bedroom shows dark brown walls, white spread with tan stitching topped with tons of pillows, matching draperies and two closets. The bath features dual sinks, tub and walk-in shower with stone surround.
A secondary bedroom in the front of the home offers privacy for guests. With framed photographs of Hollywood stars, this room is sure to delight guests.
The Shelby, a two-level townhouse priced from $170,995 with 1,359 square feet, two bedrooms plus loft, two baths and attached one-car garage.
This contemporary interior features various brown tones and hardwood floors throughout the first level.
Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar in the kitchen plus a brick accent wall in the great room give the model the sleek feel of a city loft.
The great room shows a dark chocolate sofa, fireplace with limestone surround and plasma TV. A glass-topped table sits ready to serve guests in the dining room while a door leads to the outdoor patio.
The master suite with coffered ceiling occupies half of the second floor and features the largest walk-in closet available at the community. The bath is a luxury retreat with dual bowl vanity, granite countertop, soaking tub and separate walk-in shower with glass door.
On the second level, an open loft offers flex space that buyers can customize to their needs. Here it is shown as a home office, which is ideal for buyers who work from home.
A second bedroom suited as a guest room and a full bath and linen closet complete the second floor.
The remaining two models include The Bentley from $192,995 with 1,763 square feet and The Imperial from $188,995 with 1,727 square feet.
Volo is located about 50 miles north of Chicago, 50 miles east of Rockford and 50 miles southwest of Milwaukee. Outlet shopping at Gurnee Mills Mall is about 25 minutes away.
Water enthusiasts will enjoy Chain O' Lakes for boating, fishing and other water sports or hiking at the Moraine Hills State Park and Grant Hill Forest Preserve
For more information about The Townes at Remington Pointe, call (815) 578-4305 or visit www.townandcountryhomes.com. Sales hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday or by appointment.
Price range: $160,995 to $192,995
Square footage: 1,256 to 1,763
Schools: Big Hollow Elementary and Big Hollow Middle schools in Big Hollow Elementary District 38 andGrant Community High School in Grant Community High School District 124
Pat Happ, New Home Specialist
Community: The Townes at Remington Pointe, Volo
Builder: Town and Country Homes
Call: (815) 578-4305
E-mail: phapp@townandcountryhomes.com
What I like about this community: "Our model interiors are designed by a California company. Each home features a theme that flows through the whole home. Our interior merchandising styles range from modern country to unique urban suburban designs."