Upstairs in the Rooks Building, Steve Grubenhoff of Scout Properties and the posters left from when the building served as a theater

Shiny New Gems In Antique Settings

By Elizabeth Weaver

There are a lot of beautiful, historical features throughout Coweta and Fayette counties, including the courthouses and libraries as well as stately homes. Some of the older buildings, however, need a makeover to be at their best. Happily, both counties are benefiting from people with vision who've taken up the challenge and are improving the look and vitality of the area.

Newnan

Sitting across from the Coweta Courthouse, the former Rooks Florist building had served as a theater, a department store and a florist shop through the years. It sat empty for quite a while--and then Garry Sobel and Steve Grubenhoff, the partners who comprise Scout Properties, saw it as an incredible opportunity.

"What we found was an historic and strong structure in a prime location on the main road with a constant flow of traffic leading into downtown Newnan. The property faces the Courthouse and there are several thousand employees and residents within walking distance to the Square," says Garry.

Even more important than a building ripe for renovation, he stresses, was the vibrant community and the support and enthusiasm from the folks at Main Street Newnan.

"Our downtown is the business center of Coweta County," says Linda Bridges-Kee, Director of Business Development for Newnan, "and we're proud of what Scout Properties is doing for Main Street Newnan. They're the type of investors that not only bring resources to the table, but bring ideas and a true concern for benefiting the community as a whole. We look forward to successful partnerships in the future."

Garry and Steve knew what it would take; they have a successful background in renovating properties in historical areas and had done similar projects in towns like Decatur. In August 2004, they took on the Rooks building project.

The outside of the structure got a major face lift, including the installation of six windows on the second floor to bring in more light and increase the overall appeal. A new entrance vestibule and internal stairwell were constructed and the downstairs was divided into two retail spaces.

As they were gutting and renovating the interior, they found that the building had a lot of history--and patchwork construction through the years.

Steve says, "One of our great discoveries was a brick wall plastered with old movie posters upstairs, left over from the movie theatre years. We tried to preserve what we could of them."

Once the first floor renovation was well underway, they began considering possible tenants. One of their main objectives was to draw new businesses that would be beneficial to the area, not relocate those already near the Courthouse.

"Here was a historical downtown as busy and attractive as any other we'd seen in Georgia," Garry says. "And the first thing we noticed is that there was no coffeehouse--no real gathering place."

Main Street Newnan agreed that it was something that would be good for the community.
So Garry and Steve took the initiative and looked for a coffeehouse that would be a good fit in their new building. They drove to several towns in Georgia and finally found what they were looking for in Carrollton.

"When we walked into Gallery Row, we knew it was the right place--comfortable, clean, upscale and inviting," Garry explains. "We got the owner's name, Bill Anderson, and immediately began working on a plan to bring him into our new building."

By a fluke, that same day, Bill met Linda of Main Street Newnan at an event in Carrollton. Obviously, everyone agrees, it was a move that was meant to be. Gallery Row opened its Newnan location in August 2005 and became an immediate hit as a popular meeting spot for everyone in the area.

Garry and Steve then sought out a business that would complement the coffeehouse and the feel of the Square; they settled on Heritage Quilts & Fabrics, a specialty quilt shop. Owner Kris Townsend feels that the historic building is a perfect fit for a quilt shop that celebrates the history and artistry of quilting. The shop, which opened on December 5, 2005, specializes in high quality fabrics and offers classes for beginner to advanced quilters.

With the first floor tenants in place, it was time to turn their attention to the second floor. "We thought about making the upstairs into residential lofts, but the layout didn't support that idea," says Steve. "The space will best fit service-based retail or office suites."

Fayetteville

Few of us can remember when Jeff Davis Drive was a sleepy street lined with some of Fayetteville's most beautiful homes. These days, it's the third most traveled roadway in the city, though it still retains its historical air with tree-lined medians. Many of the old houses have been renovated to their past splendor and house
successful businesses.

One project in particular has been turning the heads of everyone who travels down that street. The Jeff Davis Intown Condos, formerly an
apartment complex, have undergone drastic changes, thanks to the vision and combined efforts of the City of Fayetteville and THOMPSON & COMPANY Real Estate Development & Sales.

As apartments, the Jeff Davis barracks-style complex had grown tired and rundown. But the location was superb--in walking distance to most of Fayetteville's shopping and amenities. And the tenants in the 40 units formed a strong, stable community.

Alex Thompson says that he had tried to purchase the property about five or six years ago, but was unsuccessful. When he approached the owner more recently, the timing was good for everyone and the $9 million project got underway. There was no financial subsidy available for this project; Alex had to secure bank construction financing and take on the financial risk himself.

He knew it was a worthwhile venture. After all, his experience in real estate and development
is extensive. Alex has developed a number of residential and commercial properties, such as Bay Branch Condominiums in Fayetteville and Crosstown Storage in Peachtree City.

A Georgia native with a background in accounting finance, Alex moved to Fayette County in 1978. In 1984, he founded THOMPSON & COMPANY, an accounting firm in Fayetteville. The business evolved into real estate finance, syndication, brokerage and sales and, finally, development and construction. He also owns and serves as broker for Alex Thompson Realty, Inc., a full service real estate firm.

"As soon as I found out the owner was ready to sell, I went to the City," Alex says. "I had a strong vision of what I could do here, but there were zoning issues that had to be ironed out. The City of Fayetteville worked hand-in-hand with me to make this happen. It took many meetings through the months, but they wrote up and passed a new zoning ordinance to facilitate the redevelopment in this area. Ours is the first project under that ordinance."

To be a financially feasible venture and to keep the condos affordable, more units needed to be built on the four-acre site. The City accepted the increased density and Alex agreed to include some incentives, including saving as much plant life as possible, repairing the sidewalks and building a quaint pedestrian park adjacent to the Condos.

As you pass the Jeff Davis Condos, you're struck by the charming, Savannah Row House style with multi-colored facades and different elevations. There's black iron fencing, brick sidewalks and beautiful landscaping, too.

Joe Morton, Fayetteville City Manager, says, "When Alex initially approached the City staff we
knew immediately that this project would require us to think outside of the box. It resulted in the development of the City's new redevelopment ordinance. It's a rewarding partnership and we're especially satisfied with the result."

Walk inside any of the 68 condominium homes and you'll be impressed by the spacious rooms, high ceilings, new appliances and stunning décor. The variety of floor plans and designs give each unit its individuality.

The renovation is much more than a facelift. THOMPSON & COMPANY gutted the structure; a new roof was put on, two-hour firewalls were built between the units, electricity and other utilities were replaced. In short, everything was brought up to comply with current building codes.

"Our redevelopment renovation was so extensive, all the original units are considered new construction by Georgia Power, Fannie Mae and the City of Fayetteville," explains Alex.

The project is also considered a success from several other entities. THOMPSON & COMPANY has received the Best Redevelopment Project from the City of Fayetteville; they also shared recognition with the City with a 2004 Exceptional Merit Award from the Atlanta Regional Commission and the 2005 Georgia Downtown Award. The project was also a finalist for the 2005 Magnolia Award, presented by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.

Alex says this has been the most ambitious and rewarding project that he's been involved in--not simply from a financial standpoint and the awards that the project has garnered, but more so from satisfaction and pride expressed by the City and residents.

"I can't go into the post office--or anywhere around here--without someone stopping me to remark on the Condos," Alex says, enthusiastically. "We've learned a lot from this project and now we'd like to help other developers, other cities and other property owners with similar opportunities."

Lake Redwine Plantation

Situated north of Newnan, Lake Redwine Plantation boasts new and custom-built executive homes set in a lush, natural environment. The 1,300-acre wooded Coweta County community is centered around 300-acre Lake Redwine which provides wonderful opportunities for sailing or fishing.

An exciting new section of the community, Phase 10, recently opened, offering new lakefront and lake view lots. On the west side of the lake, a new marina also opened, providing boat storage for residents. Two new community docks, great for fishing or enjoying lake views, will open in the near future.

The neighborhood is a Homeowner's Association community and enjoys the benefit of a full-time, on-site Manager who oversees resident operations. Activities include an Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny, an annual Bass Tournament and a Holiday Party with Santa Claus. Numerous other functions are held throughout the year.

Lake Redwine boasts abundant amenities including two pools, a children's fountain, playground, a clubhouse available for private resident functions, lighted ALTA tennis courts, sidewalks, community Intranet, high speed Internet (available to all home sites) and, of course, the lake.

The quiet, peaceful environment allows residents to leave the world behind. However, the community remains enviably convenient to life's necessities--schools, shopping and the interstate (I-85). Downtown Atlanta is an easy, 40-minute commute and Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is only 25 minutes away.

SummerGrove

SummerGrove, located on Lower Fayetteville Road in Newnan, is a planned community with amenities including an advanced technology package, miles of walking trails and pedestrian paths, a 100-acre lake, a tennis complex and a water park featuring a lazy river ride, water sprays and a large water mushroom. Home prices range from the mid $100s to over $700,000.

Avery Park

Located in historic Newnan, more than 40% of Avery Park is designated open and natural space. Amenities include swimming, tennis, walking trails and tot lots. Beautiful homes in a variety of styles are priced from the mid $100s to over $300,000.

Lake Windsong

Lake Windsong on Dogwood Trail in Tyrone is a 285-acre sidewalk community offering Craftsman style homes from the $400s on one acre homesites. A focal point of the neighborhood is The Lodge clubhouse which is located on an 18-acre lake. The Lodge anchors an amenity area that includes a swimming pool, tennis courts, and playground. Lake Windsong homes are wired with the latest in technology and advanced home wiring systems for home officing, audio systems, high speed Internet access and neighborhood intranet. Sales and marketing by The Home Source Realtors; for more info, call 678-870-0001.

Brasch Park

Brasch Park in Grantville has a lot to offer. Conveniently located near I-85, minutes to Newnan, and within walking distance to a new elementary school, Brasch Park is a sidewalk neighborhood of new 3 and 4 bedroom ranch and traditional homes from the $130s. A six-acre recreation area offers extensive amenities--a sparkling pool and pavilion, full-sized baseball and soccer fields, a basketball court and playground. Contact The Home Source Realtors at
770-251-8991 or 770-487-9722 for additional information.

Highgrove

Highgrove homeowners are proud of their homes. With tree-lined streets and over ten miles of sidewalks, Highgrove, a Barnett community, is a traditional neighborhood of historically inspired custom homes.

Deep front porches and outdoor livable spaces give Highgrove the relaxed atmosphere that homebuyers desire. Parks are found throughout the neighborhood. Swim, tennis, nature trails and the beautifully decorated Meeting House make Highgrove the ideal place to call home.

Newhaven

Newhaven is Fayette County's newest community of distinctive custom homes, situated on the corner of Redwine Road and Bernhard Road in an idyllic garden landscape. Tree-lined streets are framed with sidewalks and English hedgerows. A 16-foot Old World fountain is found at the center of this unique Barnett community.

Enjoy year-round fun at the Newhaven Club, with swim, tennis, playground, nature trails to fishing ponds and the beautifully designed entertainment pavilion with outdoor fireplaces and grill. This classically designed neighborhood has it all.

Communities Listings

Listed below are some of the exciting new communities available throughout Coweta and Fayette counties.

Adams Park - From the $350s. Adams Rd in Tyrone.

Akers Lake - From $120s. Bowers Rd in Moreland.

Allenwood Estates - From $300s. Allenwood Rd Fayetteville.

Annelise Park - From the $600s to $900s. Community-owned 82-acre park features gazebo, picnic area, golf cart bridge and two fishing ponds. Award winning builder group, 1-2.5 acre custom building sites, 2+ miles of bike and walking trails, sidewalks, sodded yards, protective covenants, architectural controls, underground utilities, high-efficiency gas heating, exceptional schools. I-85 south to Exit #61, left onto Hwy 74, 2.5 miles to Sandy Creek, left. 2.5 miles to Flat Creek Trail on the right. Annelise Park is less than a mile on the left.

Apple Orchard - From $210s. Beauregard Ave Fayetteville.

Applewood Trace - From $200s. Hwy 85 S in Fayetteville.

Arbor Springs Plantation - From the $350s to $1M. Custom homes. Features estate lots, lake, children's play park and Smart Home Technology. In Newnan, take Hwy 29 N past Hwy 154; Arbor Springs Plantation is on left.

The Arbors at SummerGrove - From the $160s. Drama, elegance and low maintenance on the golf course. On Lower Fayetteville Rd in Newnan.

Argonne Forest - From the $220s. Sidewalk community. Take Hwy 85 North in Fayetteville, turn left onto Hwy 314, left onto New Hope Rd. Argonne Forest is on left.

Ashley Forest - $300s to $500s. Sams Dr in Fayetteville.

Ashley Woods - From the $120s. Hwy 16W in Newnan.

Austin Woods - From the $119s. Dead Oak Rd in Newnan.

Autumn Glen - From $120s. Hwy 54 in Fayetteville.

Avery Park - From the $140s. Bentley Chase from the $200s. The Boulevard from the $200s. The Crescent from the $150s. Hillpond from the $240s. Morningside from the $140s. North Square from the 130s. Paxton Place from the $150s. Historic-themed homes. Walking trails, community parks, high-speed Internet and community Intranet. From Newnan, take Hwy 29 North. Avery Park is on Hwy 29 just off intersection with Newnan Bypass.

Barrington Farms - From the $150s to $170s. Andrew Bailey Rd in Sharpsburg.

Bates Avenue - From $220s. Bates Ave in Fayetteville.

Bay Branch - From $120s. Weatherly Dr in Fayetteville.

Beaconsfield - From $300s. Mayor Rd in Sharpsburg.

Beaverbrook Estates - From $200s. Lester Rd in Fayetteville.

Belmont Park - From the $120s. Heery Rd in Newnan.

Bohannon Woods - From the $90s. Colley St in Grantville.

Braeburn - From the high $200s. White Oak Dr in Newnan.

Brasch Park - From the $130s. Baseball field, all-purpose field, basketball court, pool & pavilion. Hwy. 29 in Grantville, approximately one mile west of I-85. Visit www.braschpark.com.

Brechin Park - From the $200s. One-acre lot minimum. Community lake, streetlights, sidewalks. Across from Starrs Mill / Rising Starr school complex off Hwy 74 in Peachtree City.

Breckenridge - From the $109s to $120s. Manx Dr in Grantville.

Brierfield - From the $400s. Walking trails, swim, tennis, lake. From Fayetteville, 92 N, right on Westbridge Rd. Brierfield is on left.

Brookstone Park - From the $160s. Hwy 154 in Newnan.

Brookview - From $270s. Lester Rd in Fayetteville.

Brookwood - From the $180s. Brooks Dr in Tyrone.

Burkwood Plantation - From the $390s. One-acre homesites in woodland preserve community. GA Hwy 85 past Rising Star Rd in Fayetteville.

Calico Corner - From the low $100s. Hwy 29 in Grantville.

Canterbury - from the $180s. New Hope Rd in Fayetteville.

Canterbury Springs - From the $90s. Hwy 29 in Grantville.

Cardiff Park - From the $300s. Central greenbelt area, sidewalks, brick exteriors, lawn maintenance. From Hwy 74/Hwy 54 intersection in Peachtree City, West on Hwy 54, left into Planterra Ridge, first right into Cardiff Park.

Cathy Estates - From the $350s. Farr Rd in Tyrone.

Cedarcroft - From $180s. Hwy 54 in Peachtree City.

Centennial - From the $200s. Single family homes and townhomes, 36 acres of natural green space, 10 neighborhood parks. From Hwy 74/ Hwy 54 intersection in Peachtree City, take 54 West. Centennial is on right off MacDuff Pkwy.

Chadsworth - Ashton Reserve from the $190s. MacDuff Pkwy in Peachtree City.

Chastain Park - From mid $90s. Greison Trail in Newnan.

Cherokee Farms - From $230s. Moore Rd in Sharpsburg.

Churchill Park - From $140s. Steeplechase Dr in Newnan.

Clairmont - From $170s. Hwy 314 in Fayetteville.

Cody Estates - From the $240s. 34 wooded homesites, sidewalks, streetlights, walking trails. Crook Rd in Senoia.

The Commonwealth - From $140s. Werz Ind Blvd in Newnan.

Couch's Hill - From the $240s. Turn of the century Charleston-style homes, sidewalk community. From Senoia, take Hwy 16 West, left on Rock House Rd, left on Carriage Lane.

Courtyard / Habersham Park - From the mid $100s. Commerce Dr in Fayetteville.

The Courtyards at White Oak - From the low $100s. Garden cluster homes. From Hwy 34 in Newnan, turn South on Shenandoah Blvd.

Cranford Mill - From $120s. Cobbler Dr in Newnan.

Dublin Downs - From $300s. Handly Rd in Tyrone.

Elders Mill Estates - From $200s. Elders Mill Rd in Senoia.

Elizabeth Heights - From the low $100s. Historic-themed homes, sidewalk community. From Newnan, South on LaGrange St, right on Boon Dr, left on Fourth St. Elizabeth Heights is on left.

Ellen's Ridge - From the $300s to $490s. 1 to 8 -acre lots. I-85 south to Exit 61, left on Hwy 74, left on Milam Rd in North Fayette County. Ellen's Ridge is on right.

Emerald Hills - From the $190s. Roscoe Rd in Newnan.

Emory Springs - From $200s. Hwy 54 in Fayetteville.

The Enclave in Wilshire Estates - From the $260s. Swimming, playground, private barbecue pavilion. From Hwy 74/Hwy 54 Intersection, take Hwy 74 South approximately 5.5 miles. Wilshire Estates is on left. .

The Estates of Southampton - From the $300s. Swim and tennis. From Tyrone, take Hwy 74 South. The Estates of Southampton is on left.

Fairhaven - From the high $90s. Fourth Street Ext in Newnan.

Fairington Ridge - From $140s. Corinth Rd in Newnan.

Farrer Woods - From $220s. Jeff Davis Drive in Fayetteville.

Fischer Trace - From $330s. Fischer Spur in Sharpsburg.

The Forest - 130s to $150s. On Elm Cir in Newnan.

The Gardens of Twin Lakes - From $210s. Rockaway Rd in Senoia.

Glazier Farms - From $120s. Al Roberts Rd in Senoia.

Glen Abbey - From the $270s. Palmetto-Tyrone Rd in Sharpsburg.

Governors Row - From the $390s. Walt Banks Rd in Peachtree City.

Green Park Estates - From the $300s. Howard Hughes Rd in Newnan.

Grove/Orchard Hills - From the low $100s. Hwy 16 in Newnan.

Hamilton Plantation - From the 130s. Hamilton Dr in Newnan.

Harper's Farm - From the $140s. Casey Rd in Newnan.

Heaton Lakes - From the 370s. White Rd in Fayetteville.

Heritage Ridge - From the $150s. Lower Fayetteville Rd in Newnan.

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Lake Redwine Plantation - From the low $200s. 300-acre private lake, marina, two swimming pools, clubhouse, ALTA tennis courts, public gardens, sidewalks throughout. Hwy 154 to Hwy 29 South. Right onto Cedar Creek Rd, then left on Happy Valley Cir. Turn right into Lake Redwine Plantation sales office. Visit www.lakeredwine.com.

Highgrove - From the $500s to $1M. Historic designed homes. Parks, gazebos, sidewalks. From Hwy 74 South in Peachtree City, take Redwine Rd. Highgrove is on the left.

Highland Park - From the $200s. Private swimming pool and cabana. From Fayetteville, take Hwy 54 East. Turn right on Callaway Rd and go 1.5 miles. Turn right onto South Jeff Davis. Highland Park is on right.

Highland Park Estates - From the low $300s. Wooded homesites from 1.6 to 5 acres. Highland Park Dr in Sharpsburg, just off Fischer and Minix Rds.

Horseman's Run - From the $350s. Goza Rd in Fayetteville.

Huntington Forrest - From the $170s. On Collinsworth Rd in Palmetto.

Hutchinson Cove - From the $130s. Rockaway Rd in Senoia.

Hyde Park - From the $600s. Carriage Ln in Peachtree City.

Irish Village - From high $100s. Senoia Rd in Tyrone.

Ivy Glen - From $100s. Priscilla Dr in Grantville.

Ivy Ridge - From $180s. Rockaway Rd in Senoia.

Jackson Estates - From the $200s. Two- to five-acre lots. From Fayetteville, take Hwy 85 South, left on Hwy 92, right on Antioch Rd. Jackson Estates on right.

James Place - From the $200s to $300s. Stanley Dr in Fayetteville.

Jeff Davis Intown Condos - From the $139s. N Jeff Davis Dr in Fayetteville.

Joy Springs - From the low $100s. Dolly Nixon Rd in Senoia.

Kedron Estates - From the $400s. Peachtree Pkwy in Peachtree City.

Kedron Hills - From the $300s. Peachtree Pkwy in Peachtree City.

Kellen's Meadow - From the $260s. McDonough Rd in Fayetteville.

Kensington Estates - From $210s. Reese Rd in Sharpsburg.

Kingsbrooke - From mid $100s. I-85 at the Tyrone/ Palmetto exit in north Coweta County.

Kripple Kreek - From the mid $100s. Kripple Kreek Dr in Sharpsburg.

Lake Park - From the $290s. Bob Smith Rd in Sharpsburg.

Lake Redwine Plantation - From the mid $200s. 300-acre private lake, marina, two swimming pools, clubhouse, ALTA tennis courts, public gardens, sidewalks throughout. Hwy 154 to Hwy 29 South. Right onto Cedar Creek Rd, then left on Happy Valley Cir. Lake Redwine is on right. Visit www.lakeredwine.com.

Lake Windsong - From the $390s. Lake, lodge clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, boat dock, nature areas. From Peachtree City, north on Hwy 74, left on Dogwood Tr, right on Senoia Rd, immediate left on Dogwood Tr to Lake Windsong.

Lake Zackary - From $200s. Raymond Hill Rd in Newnan.

Lakeshore - From the $170s. Newnan Crossing Bypass in Newnan.

Lakeside on Redwine - From the $290s to $1M. Sidewalks and a lakeside club. In Fayetteville, take Hwy 85 South, right on Beauregard Blvd (becomes Redwine Rd), Lakeside is on right.

The Landing in Wilshire Estates - From the low $200s. Swimming, playground, private barbecue pavilion. From Hwy 74/Hwy 54 Intersection in Peachtree City, take Hwy 74 South approximately 5.5 miles. Wilshire Estates is on left.

The Landings at Calumet - From the mid $90s. Smokewood Way in Newnan.

Leesburg Plantation - From the $170s. Hwy 54 in Sharpsburg.

Legacy Hills - From $600s. Hwy 314 in Fayetteville.

Lexington Park - From the $180s. Elegant, low-maintenance lifestyle homes in the heart of Peachtree City. Take Hwy 54 East in Peachtree City. Lexington Park is on left across from Publix.

Lora's Place - From the $140s. Easy living garden homes including extensive lawn maintenance program. Lora Smith Rd and Lower Fayetteville Rd in Newnan.

Macedonia Woods - From the mid $120s. Macedonia Rd in Newnan.

Madison Park - From the $150s. Newnan Crossing Bypass in Newnan.

Maple Creek Plantation - From the $210s. Buddy West Rd in Newnan.

Maple Shade - From the $500s. Nine acre lake and cart path system. Phase 1 in Peachtree City, Phase 2 in Tyrone. Crabapple Lane at Peachtree Pkwy.

Massengale Farms - From the $200s. Luther Bailey Rd in Senoia.

Meadows of Senoia - From the $180s. McKnight Rd in Senoia.

Melrose Park - From the $180s. Bob Smith Rd in Sharpsburg.

Milbourn Estates - From the $170s. One acre lots. From Hwy 314 in Fayetteville, West on New Home Rd. Milbourn Estates is on right.

Millbrook Village - From $200s. Carriage Oaks Dr in Tyrone.

Millpond Manor - From the $250s. GA Hwy 85 and Hwy 74 in Peachtree City.

Misty Creek Farms - From low $200s. I-85 at the Sharpsburg/ McCullom exit in Newnan.

Morningside - From the $200s. Pool, tennis, underground utilities, protective covenants, homeowners' association. From Hwy 74 in Peachtree City, East to Rockaway Rd, turn right. Morningside is on left.

Mosswood Park - From mid $100s. Sullivan Rd in Newnan.

Mount Moriah - From the $200s. Eastside Dr in Senoia.

Mount Paran - From the $200s. Old Hwy 85 in Senoia.

Murphy Creek - From the $180s. Hilo Rd in Fayetteville.

Neal's Trace - From the $220s. Banks Rd in Fayetteville.

Newhaven - From the $700s. Newhaven is marketed exclusively by Brenda Matthews and Mary Ermer of Re/Max Around Atlanta Results. The sales office is located temporarily at the Highgrove on Whitewater Creek Clubhouse and is open Mon-Sat, 11am-6pm; Sun, 1-6pm. For more info, contact Brenda or Mary at 770-719-2939 or 770-631-3300 or email newhomes@barnettcommunities.com.

New Hope Landing - From the $260s. New Hope Rd in Fayetteville.

North Castle - From the $300s. Hwy 92 in Fayetteville.

North Cove - From the $400s. Peachtree Pkwy in Peachtree City.

North Haven - From $300s. Kenwood Dr in Fayetteville.

Northern Oaks - From the $400s. Hwy 92 in Fayetteville.

The Oaks - From the $450s. Hwy54 East in Fayetteville.

Oconee Woods - From the $300s to $400s. Palmetto-Tyrone Rd in Sharpsburg.

Olmstead - From the $160s. Lower Fayetteville Rd in Newnan.

O'Tara Woods - From the $150s. Roscoe Rd in Newnan.

Parks of Olmsted - Avondale from the $170s. Biltmore from the $230s. Fenway from the $180s. Vanderbilt from the $300s. 96-acre community on Lake Roquemore with swimming pool, clubhouse, playground, basketball court, paved paths, walking trails. Mary Freeman Rd in Newnan.

Parkside Village - From the $150s. Parks Rd in Sharpsburg.

Pecan Ridge - From the $130s. Happy Valley Cir in Newnan.

Peeks Crossing - From the low $100s. Hwy 16 in Senoia.

The Peninsula - From the $550s. Peachtree Pkwy in Peachtree City.

Persimmon Creek - From $250s. Canongate Rd in Palmetto.

The Point / Lake Kedron - From the $400s. Regents Park in Peachtree City.

Providence - From $400s. Hwy 270 in Fayetteville.

Quiet Waters Estates - From the $400s. Lee's Lake Rd in Fayetteville.

Rest Station - From the low $200s. Two-acre lots. GA Hwy 85 South from Fayetteville, turn right on Busbin Rd. Rest Station is on right.

Riva Ridge - From $130s. the Hwy 34 Bypass in Newnan.

River Forest - From $260s. River Forest Dr in Fayetteville.

River Oaks - From $500s. Hwy 74 North in Tyrone.

Rockmill - From $180s. Rock House Rd in Senoia. Royal Highlands - Custom community with 3-acre and large sites in Peachtree City. From Hwy 54 in eastern Peachtree City, turn South onto Robinson Rd, left on Montclair Dr (Avalon). Second right is Royal Highlands' Layor Ct.

Rudder's Crossing - From the $150s. Roscoe Rd in Newnan.

Senoia Springs - From $120s. Senoia Springs Dr in Senoia.

Serenity Lake Estates - From the $400s to $1M. Adams Rd in Fayetteville.

Sheffield Estates - From $230s. Keaton Dr in Fayetteville.

Smokerise Crossing - From $600s. Peachtree Pkwy in Peachtree City.

Smokerise Estates VI - From $600s. Prestige Pt in Peachtree City.

Sonja Acres - From the $130s. From Fayetteville, take Hwy 54 East, right on County Line Rd (becomes Inman Rd), Sonya Acres is on left.

South Fork - From the $200s. Castlewood Rd in Tyrone.

Southampton - From the $260s to $400s. Winding cul-de-sacs and sidewalks. I-85, to Hwy 74 S to Tyrone. Southampton is on right.

Southwind at Stillwood Farms - From the $140s. 2-5 bedroom homes, low maintenance community. Free refrigerator, microwave, washer & dryer, 2" Blinds throughout. Adjacent to Summer Grove; Fayetteville Rd and Newnan Crossing Blvd in Newnan.

Springdale - From the $130s. Historic themed homes. From Hwy 74 South in Peachtree City, take Rockaway Rd West 2 miles. Springdale is on left.

St. Andrews Place - From the $150s. Low- maintenance community. Take GA 85 North in Fayetteville, left on Hwy 314, left on White Rd, St. Andrews Place is on left. Stillwood Farms - Camden Village from the $180s. Village Walk from the $170s. Adjacent to SummerGrove in Newnan.

Stone Mill - From the $140s. Bagby Rd in Newnan.

Stonebriar - From the $170s. Stonebriar Park from the $180s. Stonebriar West from the mid $100s. Pool and sidewalks. From Hwy 54 between Peachtree City and Fayetteville, turn South onto Old Norton Rd, left on Lester Rd to first entrance to Stonebriar on right.

StoneBridge - From the $180s. East Village from the $200s. West Village from the $130s. Lower Fayetteville Rd in Newnan.

Stoneleigh Forest - From $310s. Foxford Run in Tyrone

Stony Oak - From $130s. Calumet Pkwy in Newnan.

SummerGrove - From the $130s. The Arbors from the $160s. Ashton from the $150s. Bellaire from the $130s. Belltree from the $140s. Carriage Park from the $200s. The Dale from the $160s. EastLake from the $130s. Fairgreen from the $300s. The Gables, from the $220s. Golfview from the $250s. Greatwood from the $200s. Keystone from the $180s. Knoll Park from the $230s. Lake Forest from the $260s. The Landings from the $340s. Oak Park from the $190s. The Overlook from the $250s. Rolling Green from the $190s. Sterling from the $140s. Tapestry from the $170s. Tillbrook from the $190s. Trailwood from the $160s. Westhill from the $200s. Wicker Place from the $160s. Swimming pool, lazy river & pool, public golf course, tennis courts, walking trails, sidewalks, acres of parks, high-speed Internet access, community Intranet. Lower Fayetteville Rd. in Newnan. SummerGrove is at intersection of Shenandoah and Lower Fayetteville.

Summer Hill - From the $120s. Griffin St in Grantville.

Sunset Ridge - From the $140s. Pete Davis Rd in Newnan.

Timberlane - From the $130s to $170s. Sullivan Rd in Coweta Co.

Tomaro Estates - From the $200s. McDonough Rd in Fayetteville.

Tullamore - From the $300s. Dogwood Tr in Tyrone.

Vickery Lane - From the $190s to 300s. County Line Rd in Fayetteville.

The Village at Calumet - From high $90s. Hwy34 Bypass in Newnan.

The Village at Gingercake - From $200s. Gingercake Rd in Fayetteville.

The Village at White Oak - From the upper $100s. Swimming, low maintenance community. Take Hwy 34 to White Oak Golf Community. The Village is off White Oak Dr in Newnan.

The Villages of LaFayette Park - From the $200s to $400s. Classic American Homes in a true sidewalk community, single-family homes and townhomes. Parks, playground, pool. Adjacent to the Villages Amphitheater. On Hwy 54, three blocks west of the Old Courthouse Square in Fayetteville.

Villas at Gingercake - From the $204s. Gingercake Rd.

Virginia Heights - From the $90s. Fourth St in Newnan.

Walden Pond - From $240s. Rock House Rd in Senoia. Walton Place - $200s to $270s. Walton Rd, Newnan.

Walton Woods - From low $100s. Walton Rd in Newnan.

Westminister Village - From the $280s to $325s. Swim/Tennis/ Clubhouse, active homeowners association. From Hwy 34, North on Fisher Rd, right into Westminister. New Phase at end of Westminister Village Blvd on Lyndhurst Way and Ryans Ct.

Whisper Creek - From the $220s. Stallings Rd in Senoia.

Whitewater - From the $500s to $1M+. Established, private, gated community in anongate-run Whitewater Club neighborhood. One acre plus lots and custom homes with golf course and lake views. New homes in the Registry; new amenity center. On Redwine Rd in Fayetteville.

Willow Bend - From the $200s. Eastside School Rd in Senoia. Willow Dell - Mid $100s. Turn of the century homes, sidewalk community. Seavy Rd through Senoia. Willow Dell is on right.

Wilshire Estates - From the $200s. Enclave & Broadlands from the $260s. The Landing from the $200s. Aster Ridge Tr in Peachtree City.

Woodbridge Farm at Matthews Plantation - From the $140s. Five + acre homesites with lakefront sites available. Huckaby Rd and Rising Star Rd in Fayetteville.

Woodlands Lake Community - From the $330s. South Jeff Davis Rd in Fayetteville.

Wrightsburg Estates - From $170s. Elders Mill Rd in Senoia

 

Wendy Greene

A Champion Among Professionals

When choosing a Real Estate Professional, you want to find someone committed to helping you, whether you're selling your beloved family home or searching for your dream house. How can you be sure you're working with the right person? One of the best ways to assess their expertise is by looking at their record.

Wendy Greene of Metro Brokers GMAC in Peachtree City has helped countless families buy and sell their homes. She's been doing it so well since 1987 that she's been recognized as one of the best Realtors
in the field. Recently, Wendy was
granted Quality Service Certified Platinum status in recognition of achieving 100 percent client service satisfaction, as measured by Leading Research Corporation and the Quality Service Assurance Survey.

Her long list of achievements includes: The GMAC top agent company wide unassisted in 2004 (7-time award winner); Premier Service, 2004 Outstanding Customer Service Rating (multiple years); Top Individual Sales Associate for Peachtree City in 2004 (9-time award winner); Home Security of America SuperStar Associate in 2004; Summit Club, 2004 (9-time award winner); MetroBrokers Insurance SuperStar Associate in 2004; Founding Member of MetroBrokers/GMAC Real Estate's Hall of Fame; GMAC Top 100 Sales Associate Award,
GCI; Chairman's Guild--Gross Commission Income; and Century Club (9-time award winner).

It's obvious that Wendy has the experience and skill to help with any of your real estate needs. To contact Wendy, call Metro Brokers GMAC at 404-843-2500. Dial her directly at 770-304-1080 or visit www.wendygreene.com.

Annelise Park

A Sanctuary Nestled Close to TownYou might think it's difficult to find a place that has the best of everything--the feel of a neighborhood, the beauty of unspoiled nature and the convenience of in-town living. But that's not necessarily true.

Fayette County's first conservation community, Annelise Park has over 185 acres of land with 82 acres of dedicated green space located in Fayetteville on Flat Creek Trail. The signature community is comprised of 76 custom executive homes--all quality construction on sites ranging from 1 to 2.5 acres, and range from the $600,000s to the $900,000s.

According to builder and developer John E. Ryckeley, the homes at Annelise Park are built with minimum 10-foot ceilings on the main level, 9-foot ceilings on each additional floor and feature three-car garages.

"Our builder group is made up of exceptional builders--Decorus Homes, Hogan Homes, Pacesetter Builders and Simply Southern Traditional Homes," he says. "And our sales team, The Platinum Group of Keller Williams Realty Professionals, will provide exemplary service during your move to Annelise Park."

The community has protective covenants, architectural controls, street lights, 2 1/3 miles of sidewalks and underground utilities. Forty year architectural shingled roofs and
four-sided masonry exteriors are required on all homes to ensure the area's beauty is maintained for years to come.

A host of amenities set in a breathtaking landscape give homeowners the feeling that they're in a private resort. "Our community-owned park features a gazebo sitting amid a
century old pecan grove," says John. "There's also a picnic area, golf cart bridges, two fishing ponds and over two miles bike and walking trails that wind through beautiful hardwoods. We're also presently adding an
outdoor pavilion, double lighted tennis courts and a salt water pool."

Annelise Park is served by the award-winning Fayette County schools of Robert J. Burch Elementary, Flat Rock Middle School and Sandy Creek High School. High-quality private schools, including Counterpane Montessori, Landmark Christian and Woodward Academy, are also nearby.

With their recent approval to become a swim/tennis community, they plan to add a salt water pool, lighted double tennis courts, a
pavilion and an outdoor grill and fireplace.

Annelise Park is an exquisite exception to the rule of "you can't have it all." Here is one place you actually can have it all.