Enjoy maintenance-free living in winter

The 90-plus homeowners at Weatherstone Townhomes in Inverness can sit back and truly appreciate the beauty of snow as it gently covers the mature landscaping and blankets the frozen ponds.

They can marvel at this unique winter wonderland because they are secure in the knowledge that they will never have to deal with it. When old man winter lets up, a work crew outfitted with shovels, snow blowers and snowplows will descend upon the community and have everything cleared off in no time at all. If nasty ice appears, salt will be spread generously to prevent slipping and sliding.

Although cold winds blow outside, inside a luxury townhouse at Weatherstone, the warmth of a fireplace will provide a great place to read a book, and a large whirlpool filled with hot water will provide maximum relaxation.

All of the above plus classic architectural interior details, elegant brick exteriors trimmed in cedar, and a rolling parcel of property come together and create the perfect environment for an ultra-luxurious multi-family home community.

Within Weatherstone Townhomes, homeowners who currently own a large, luxury single-family home will be pleased to find a variety of floor plans filled with fireplaces (per plan), 9-foot first floor ceilings, hardwood flooring, decorative columns, vaulted ceilings, full basements (per plan), two-car garages, central air-conditioning, whirlpool tubs and much, much, more.

Weatherstone is down to its last few two-story townhouse designs, so families looking for a combination of luxury and maintenance-free lifestyle should check out this community immediately.

Offering 3,168 to 3,872 square feet of living space, the heavily optioned two-story townhouses, are priced from $619,000 to $777,596 (prices subject to change). Homes available for quick delivery are nearly complete, but potential buyers still have the opportunity to choose carpet color and style.

One of the homes available for 30-day delivery is the Danbury, a two-story, 3,872 square-foot home with a luxurious, first-floor master bedroom suite. This luxury three-bedroom, 2½-bath home includes a great room with two-story ceiling, beautiful wall of windows stretching to the ceiling and a see-through fireplace that can be viewed while sitting in the breakfast room. The breakfast room with glass door to the wood deck is conveniently located next to the kitchen.

For formal entertaining the home also includes a formal dining room and living room, which are covered by a vaulted ceiling.

For convenience and privacy the home also includes a first-floor master bedroom suite that occupies nearly the entire side of the house. Within the suite are the master bedroom, two oversized walk-in closets and a luxury bath with whirlpool tub, separate shower, and dual-bowl vanity with large mirrors.

Overnight guests and family members can use the two upstairs bedrooms and frill size bath. This extremely well equipped home is priced at $729,000, with closeout incentives being offered.

One of the most popular townhouse designs available for immediate delivery in the community is the 3,592-square foot Haverford model, which comes with many standard features and upgrades.

For example, it features 9-foot first floor ceilings, hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, recessed can lights, high-end kitchen appliances, lookout basement, two-car side load garage and a six-foot Kohler soaker or whirlpool tub. This three-bedroom home also features arched transom windows, brick and cedar exterior, central air conditioning and ceramic floor and wall tile in all baths.

The $619,000 Haverford model offers a 15- by 16-foot living room that includes a soaring two-story ceiling and a wall of windows that stretch from floor to ceiling.

For informal entertaining the Haverford has a 22- by 15-foot family room with masonry fireplace that flows uninterrupted into the bayed-breakfast area and kitchen. The home's kitchen is equipped with built-in double ovens, dishwasher, built-in microwave oven, garbage disposal and breakfast bar.

Furniture-quality cabinetry with 42-inch uppers and hardwood flooring in the kitchen and breakfast area are all standard items.

The Haverford model's second floor provides enough space for three bedrooms and two full size baths. The 15-foot by 18-foot-7-inch master bedroom suite with its 12- by 12-foot sitting room has an attractive volume ceiling, huge walk-in closet and a luxury master bathroom. With a whirlpool or soaking tub, separate glass shower stall and a dual-bowl vanity, the bath is designed for comfort, convenience and relaxation.

For home buyers wishing to increase the living area of their immediately available townhouses, Dartmoor also offers finished basement option packages for its standard, English and walkout plans. All townhouses come with fully landscaped exteriors, which will be maintained by a homeowners association.

Weatherstone of Inverness is located on a 29-acre parcel of rolling property located on the southeast corner of Barrington Road and Dundee Road (Route 68), approximately two miles south of the Northwest Highway (Route 14 and just south of the village of Barrington) and only minutes away from the Barrington Road exit on Interstate 90. The sales center is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For general information and to learn about the special incentives being offered, call (847) 842-0400 to speak to one of our sales representatives or visit the builder's website: www.dartmoorhomes.com.