RELEASE DATE:                                                      

December XX, 2006                                                  

BUSY HOMEOWNERS ENJOY LOCATION, LUXURIOUS HOMES AND LOW MAINTENANCE LIFESTYLE AT BALLANTRAE AT CREEKSTONE ESTATES

CUMMING – For today’s busy new home shoppers, finding the time to find a new home can be just as hard as finding the perfect home.  Developers Ballantrae LLC have taken the hassle out of new home shopping with the opening of Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates, a low maintenance community of 68 ranch condominium homes located in the rapidly growing area of South Forsyth County.  Priced from $365,000 to $575,000, the homes at Ballantrae are built with today’s discriminating buyers in mind.

Ballantrae LLC introduced the concept of “luxury ranch condos” to the Atlanta market in 2004.  The homes offer an alternative for new home shoppers who desire beautiful homes with today’s designer features however do not desire the maintenance and upkeep that traditional homes require.

“We were looking for stylish and unique homes that would fit the lifestyle of our buyers,” says partner Linda Notheis. “Our architectural style meets the needs of our homeowners by offering maintenance-free living with unparalleled luxury. We saw a need for ranch condos that are elegantly appointed and luxurious for the affluent professional single and the active adult.  Ballantrae LLC has designed the homes for maximum privacy and quietness. Owning an elegant home without having to take the time to maintain it is what we were looking for and could not find, so we designed and built these homes ourselves.”

Looking to downsize, Roger Brummond moved to the community in April.  Splitting his time between his lakehouse and his new home, Brummond was searching for a low-maintenance home in a secure environment.

“I loved the appearance of the homes at Ballantrae,” said Brummond.  “All the details have been considered at these homes – from the brick work to the gas lanterns and the features within the homes, such as the cabinets and countertops.  I looked at a lot of different places and Ballantrae was able to offer the floorplan and the quality built home I desired.”

All of the homes at Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates are exquisitely finished and feature unmatched quality and craftsmanship.  The two or three bedroom homes are ideal for individuals or couples.  The luxurious homes offer elegant details, such as 9 to 10 foot coffered or trey ceilings, and tile and hardwood floors.  For those who enjoy entertaining and spending time with friends, the homes provide ample space, featuring open kitchens with casual breakfast bars, granite countertops and custom cabinetry.  Homeowners can choose from four different plans, offering up to 2,500 square feet of living space with oversized two-car garages.  Homes with basements will be available soon. 

Just as breathtaking as the interiors, the homes exteriors are finished in an array of maintenance-free materials, including brick, stacked stone or cedar shake.  Contributing to the exterior charm of the community, each home boasts its own lamppost and curbside mailbox.  The homes are situated for maximum privacy and are acoustically engineered for specialized sound protection, ensuring your evening get together with friends will not disturb your neighbor’s quiet night at home.  

“Ballantrae at Creekstone was the best bang for my buck and is a beautiful place to live,” said Ann Brayley, a single professional who moved into the community in April.  “It was the perfect home for my lifestyle – it is close to my work, the community was beautiful and the attention to detail in my home is superb.”

Understanding how busy work, travel, friends and family can keep homeowners, at Ballantrae a mandatory Home Owners Association maintains the professionally landscaped yards and the common amenity areas, so the hassle of yard work is left for someone else. 

When it is time to unwind, homeowners can spend time at the spectacular clubhouse and enjoy walking paths that meander around ponds, waterfalls and three putting greens. The amenities area will be complete in the spring of 2007.

Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates is located in rapidly growing Cumming, close to GA 400 --  offering close proximity to many dining options; entertainment outlets; fitness centers; and shopping malls, such as Perimeter Mall and The Forum.  Homeowners will enjoy living close to an abundance of restaurants, fitting any gourmet palette, including steak and seafood to sushi and Italian to world tapas bars and bistros.  Three golf courses are also nearby, as well as many public parks, including Sharon Springs Park, which is just a few minutes from the community. 

To visit Ballantrae, take GA 400 to Exit 13 and travel east on Highway 141 for approximately two and a half miles. Turn right on to South Clement Road. The entrance to Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates will be on the right.  This community is exclusively marketed by Results Realty Services.  For more information call 770-888-0011 or visit www.ballantrae.com.

RELEASE DATE:                                                      

January 5, 2007                                                         

ENJOYING THE LUXURY OF A LOW-MAINTENANCE LIFESTYLE

Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates offers lavish lifestyle for active adults

CUMMING – Nestled at the edge of John’s Creek in Forsyth County, new home shoppers searching for a luxurious home without upkeep have discovered Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates, a gated community of ranch condominium homes priced from $365,000 to $575,000.  Beginning a new lifestyle, many active adults are looking to downsize; however, do not want to downgrade their homes.  The developers of Ballantrae have created a community for those who seek the most out of life and the result is an elegant collection of 68 luxury ranch condos.  

Ballantrae LLC introduced the concept of “luxury ranch condos” to the Atlanta market in 2004.  The homes offer an alternative for new home shoppers who desire beautiful homes with today’s designer features however do not desire the maintenance and upkeep that larger homes require.

“We wanted to create stylish and unique homes that would fit the lifestyle of our buyers,” says partner Linda Notheis. “Our architectural style meets the needs of our homeowners by offering maintenance-free living with unparalleled luxury. We saw a need for ranch condos that are elegantly appointed and luxurious for the affluent professional single and the active adult.  Ballantrae LLC has designed the homes for maximum privacy and quietness. Downsizing with elegance was our goal in the development of Ballantrae.”

All of the homes at Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates are exquisitely finished and feature unmatched quality and craftsmanship.  The two and three bedroom homes are ideal for individuals or couples.  The luxurious homes offer elegant finishes, such as 9 to 10 foot coffered or trey ceilings, hardwood floors, decorative tile work, casement windows, and opulent trim details.  With more time to enjoy friends and family, the homes provide ample space for entertaining, including open kitchens with casual breakfast bars, granite countertops and custom cabinetry.  Homeowners can choose from four different plans, offering up to 2,500 square feet of living space with oversized two-car garages.  Homes with basements will be available soon. 

Just as breathtaking as the interiors, the homes exteriors are finished in an array of maintenance-free materials, including brick, stacked stone or cedar shake.  Homeowners will enjoy spending time on the front porches or patios.  Contributing to the exterior charm of the community, each home boasts its own lamppost and curbside mailbox.  The homes are situated for maximum privacy and are acoustically engineered for specialized sound protection.   

Before moving to Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates, Don Blaine, along with his wife, searched for two years to find a home that met their requirements.  A resident of   Alpharetta, Blaine decided to move from his larger home after retiring.

“For our criteria, we haven’t found anything that comes close to Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates,” said Blaine.  “We always had a nice house, and we wanted to continue to have a nice house.  Though we were looking to downsize and eliminate outside work, we didn’t want to sacrifice quality.”

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At Ballantrae, a mandatory Home Owners Association maintains the professionally landscaped yards in addition to the common amenity areas. 

With less upkeep and more time to socialize, homeowners will enjoy the spectacular clubhouse with water feature, where they can arrange private gatherings or community events.  For staying active – and having a good time – the developers at Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates incorporated three community putting greens and walking paths, so homeowners can take leisurely evening strolls.  The amenities will be complete in the Spring of 2007.

Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates is located in Cumming, where homeowners can take advantage of the lower Forsyth County tax rates.  Full-time residents over the age of 65 receive 100 percent exemption from school taxes and bonds due to Forsyth County’s school tax homestead exemption.

To visit Ballantrae, take GA 400 to Exit 13 and travel east on Highway 141 for approximately two and a half miles. Turn right on to South Clement Road. The entrance to Ballantrae at Creekstone Estates will be on the right.  This community is exclusively marketed by Results Realty Services. For more information call 770-888-0011 or visit www.ballantrae.com.