There is a lot going on in Douglasville this New Year’s Eve. From midnight champagne toasts at local restaurants and community centers to costume contests, balloon drops and parties, there’s no need to drive into Atlanta to ring in the New Year and have a fantastic time doing it.

That’s good news for residents at The Haven at Slater Mill, who will be able to grab a glass of bubbly and toast the New Year close to home. The Haven at Slater Mill’s desirable location just a mile to I-20 and near Douglasville’s best dining, shopping, recreation and entertainment, will allow homeowners to enjoy the festivities hosted by local joints, like the food and drink specials and free champagne toast at the Irish Bred Pub, decade costume contest at Taco Mac, prime rib dinner and balloon drop at Topp’s Bar & Grill and dinner, dessert and dancing at the Woodie Fite Senior Center.

The Haven at Slater Mill, Jim Chapman Communities’ popular active adult, gated ranch condominium community, has homes from $159,900. These all-brick and stone, two bedroom, two bath homes are designed to meet the needs of today’s active adults, with two-car garages, step-less entryways and wide doors and hallways. (more…)

Active adult homebuyers have two opportunities to move into a brand new home in 2012 at The Haven at Slater Mill, Jim Chapman Communities’ popular gated ranch condominium community in Douglasville.

The Woodward plan has 1,510 square feet of space and is priced at $179,900. The Mercer plan, with 1,340 square feet of space is priced at $174,900.

Both homes are designed to meet the needs of today’s active adults and have two bedrooms, two baths and optional bonus rooms with heating, air conditioning and drywall in place. The homes are all brick and stone with covered front porches, two-car garages with two garage door openers, step-less entryways and wide doors and hallways.

The homes have open floor plans with large family rooms that include fireplaces and decorative mantels, island kitchens with breakfast bars, pantries, custom cabinets, self-cleaning ovens and microwaves, and walk-in laundry rooms with optional pantry cabinets and hook-ups for full-sized washers and dryers. (more…)

Jim Chapman Communities is pleased to announce the completion of two new decorated model homes, the Woodward and Mercer, at The Haven at Slater Mill in Douglasville. The homes showcase the gated community’s newest affordable ranch condominiums for active adults priced from the $160,000s.

Both homes offer plenty of space with two bedrooms and two baths. An unfinished bonus room offers even more space and already has drywall, heating and air conditioning already in place. Buyers have the option of adapting the bonus space to meet their needs such as adding a studio, a media room, an additional bedroom and full bath or just using it for storage space.

Livable floor plans include covered front porches, open living rooms and fireplaces with decorative wood mantels, vaulted ceilings in the living areas and bedrooms and spacious master suites. The kitchens have islands with eating bars and pantries. The large master suites feature vaulted or tray ceilings, walk-in closets and baths with his and her vanities, five-foot ceramic tile showers and separate commode areas. (more…)

Jim Chapman Communities is pleased to announce two new decorated model homes at The Haven at Slater Mill in Douglasville. The Mercer and the Woodward showcase the community’s newest affordable ranch condominiums for active adults.

“We hosted a grand opening the end of June that was well attended by both homeowners and prospects. We even sold a Woodward plan during the event,” said Kelly Dempsey, vice president for sales and marketing.

The Haven at Slater Mill is a gated community featuring affordable Atlanta real estate and a convenient location just off I-20. The home builder’s quality construction makes this community attractive to active adult buyers.  These two new floor plans and home designs are priced from the $160,000s and offer exceptional pricing and value to active adult buyers as well as the same great features as all of Jim Chapman Homes.

The Woodward plan and the Mercer plan each have two bedrooms, two baths and an unfinished bonus room with the drywall and heating and air conditioning already in place. Buyers have the option of adapting the bonus space to meet their needs, adding a studio, a media room, an additional bedroom and full bath, or just using it for storage space. (more…)

Jim Chapman Communities recently announced that two new floorplans are available at The Haven at Slater Mill in Douglasville. The plans will include all of the great features that buyers have come to expect from the gated active adult community of ranch condominiums.

The first new plan is the Woodward, a two-bedroom, two-bath home with 1,510 square feet of space and a 449-square-foot bonus area.

The second plan, the Mercer, is also a two-bedroom, two-bath home with 1,352 square feet of space and a 538-square-foot bonus area.

The bonus area for both plans comes with drywall, heating and air conditioning pre-installed. You can transform the room into a media room, storage area, additional bedroom and bath or a home office depending on your needs.

No matter which plan is selected, you’ll find a spacious living room for family and guests to mingle in while admiring the fireplace and decorative wood mantle. And when it’s time for dinner, you can cook and eat in a gourmet kitchen that features an island, eating bar and pantry. After the guests have left, a large master suite awaits with a master bath that includes his and her vanities and a five-foot ceramic tile shower.

For customization, Jim Chapman Communities lets you pick out standard options or upgraded options for your new home. If you’ve always dreamed of granite countertops in the kitchen or hardwood floors in every room, you can finally have all of those things and more thanks to the builder’s Design Center.

The Haven at Slater Mill features a beautiful swimming pool and a clubhouse for gatherings and social events. Plus, the community has a social committee that plans fun activities like pot luck dinners and card clubs.

For more information about this active adult community, visit the Jim Chapman Communities website.

When looking for information about a community, what do you start with? Do you look at floorplans or community features and amenities? Why not start by listening to people with firsthand experience. As a builder of quality active adult communities across the greater Atlanta landscape, Jim Chapman Communities has developed a solid reputation. But don’t just take our word for it…check out what these residents had to say:

For some residents, choosing Jim Chapman Communities was about more than just finding a home.

“What was so appealing about Brookhaven at Sugarloaf was its close proximity to I-85, restaurants, shopping and to our families,” said the Gail and Jon Colcord, residents of Brookhaven at Sugarloaf. “A ‘hats off’ goes to the Jim Chapman Communities who have been very open-minded and receptive to input from the ‘over 50′ home owners.”

“After nearly 44 years in our home, it was a move we weighed very carefully,” said Lloyd and Floreen Chambers, residents of Haven at Slater Mill. “We love our neighbors and the fellowship we have enjoyed with pot luck dinners, game nights, trips, etc. The management group has always been responsive to our requests, and after just celebrating the anniversary of our first year here, we love the carefree lifestyle.”

For others, it was about a commitment to make good on a promise.

“I had to think long and hard about making the commitment to be the first homeowner in a new community. I am sure I do not have to tell you of the horror stories we all hear, of builders going bankrupt and homeowners left high and dry,” said Dave Vance, resident of Brookhaven at Lanier Ridge. “If I had not seen the commitment of your staff and your financial commitment in completion of the clubhouse, honestly, I would not have made the purchase, but because of your staff and your financial commitment, I overcame my apprehension and that is how I came to be one of your homeowners.”

These kind words are just a few of the many nice things residents have had to say about Jim Chapman Communities. Isn’t it time you experienced the quality of these active adult communities for yourself?

For more information and to read more testimonials, visit the Jim Chapman Communities website.

So you’ve retired and you’re thinking about the future. Do you want to keep your house and all the bills and maintenance that come with it? Or do you want to move into an active adult community?

You’re probably worried about committing to a community only to realize afterward that it wasn’t what you expected. You may be afraid that the builder is more interested in your money than your care. With Jim Chapman’s award-winning communities you can be assured that they care about you, your welfare, your happiness and your health.

Jim Chapman Communities (JCC) has several communities in the metro Atlanta area that are perfect for retirees who want to stay in a home, but not worry about the maintenance. JCC is right for adults who are active and want to attend events with other people their age, get daily exercise and travel the country or even the world. JCC was built for baby boomers who want it all and expect it all.

Jim Chapman Communities has a full-time leisure director, large swimming pool, fitness center, clubhouse and meeting center at most locations. And large, traditional southern front porches, hardwood floors, entertainment-ready kitchens and spacious master suites are only a few of the details JCC brings to its homes so its members can maintain the lifestyle they want.

So you’re sold on the wonderful facilities, beautiful landscaping and gorgeous homes, but what about the service? Well JCC gets an A+ in service. They work with potential residents and their children to figure out which community and home is perfect for them. Their attention and care during the sale is only surpassed by their dedication to your needs after you move in.

John and Mary Bieberstein can attest to this firsthand. Shortly after moving into their home in Brookhaven at Sugarloaf, Mr. Bieberstein tripped on the edge between the garage and the sidewalk and had to be taken to the hospital. Within days the problem was fixed and JCC went above and beyond to make sure he was okay.

The Bieberstein’s son-in-law, TJ Sharitz, said, “my in-laws were touched and impressed that even after they had closed, the Jim Chapman team rushed to help them and solve the problem. The Chapman’s commitment to exceeding people’s expectations wasn’t just talk, they really followed through for us.”

People buy active adult new homes not just for the low maintenance lifestyle, but to live in a community that is going to promote interaction between neighbors with planned activities, events and amenities. It’s this sense of community that makes the retirement age so much more enjoyable and these active adult communities in Atlanta appealing. It’s safe to say that Jim Chapman Communities, an expert active adult home builder in Atlanta, has mastered the art of providing residents with this type of lifestyle. To start with, Jim Chapman Communities offers residents an array of amenities such as a professionally decorated clubhouse, a heated pool, sidewalks, gardening areas, walking trails, and gated entries, to name just a few. However, Jim Chapman Communities has taken the active adult lifestyle one step further than just providing residents with a fabulous array of amenities by having a full time Lifestyle Director, Tamara Hesse, who works with homeowners to plan community activities as well as travel with the one of a kind JCC Travel Club.

Every homeowner and even prospective homeowners, along with their family and friends, are invited to participate in the JCC Travel Club. Attendees receive a discounted, prorated price for each trip, which includes transportation, admission, food and beverages and overnight accommodations, if needed. Traveling in style, all trips are taken aboard a luxury motor coach with entertainment onboard including movies, games and music. The coach picks up residents at assigned destinations within the communities, and the staff at Jim Chapman Communities takes care of all the arrangements – guests just sit back and enjoy the ride. Some examples of the types of trips that the JCC Travel Club has taken in the past are a matinee show for The Lion King at the Atlanta Civic Center, which includes lunch at Atlanta’s famous Mary Mac’s Tea Room, a lunch cruise aboard Chattanooga’s Southern Belle Riverboat, two nights at Opryland and a week-long trip to Branson, MO, where residents will partake in a variety of shows and fun activities. So, if you are looking to truly enjoy your retirement age, be sure to choose a Jim Chapman active adult community for your home.

Jim Chapman Communities won a Silver Award in the Consumer Direct Mail category at the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association’s 26th Annual OBIE Awards held on November 4, 2006. Recognizing the builder’s first venture into the active adult new home market, the direct mail piece was for The Haven at Slater Mill, a community for adults ages 55 and older featuring step-free ranch condominium homes priced from the $200,000s. The winning ad was created by B. Sheppard Consulting, a marketing real estate resource company offering creative marketing and business management services for the real estate industry.

“Our first venture into the active adult market has been a true success,” said Jim Chapman, Jr., president of Jim Chapman Communities. “We could not have achieved as much as we did since opening for sales last year without the help of B. Sheppard Consulting. It is with great pride that I share this win with Betsy Sheppard and her entire staff.”

Built with active lifestyles in mind, homes at The Haven at Slater Mill are ideal for individuals or couples. The functional yet cozy homes offer elegant details such as custom wood trim, 12 to 16 foot vaulted ceilings, great rooms with gas fireplaces featuring decorative wood mantels and master suite baths with large his/her vanities with full-length mirrors and ceramic tile showers. The two or three bedroom homes provide ample space for entertaining, including kitchens with casual breakfast bars, gourmet GE appliances and custom cabinetry. Homeowners can choose from two different plans, with plenty of custom options available to reflect their own personal needs and taste.

In addition to the charming details, the homes also are built with older adults in mind. The one-level ranch homes meet wheelchair access standards – with a step-free entrance and larger doorways and bathrooms – that make maneuvering around the homes easier for all occupants.

In addition, the homes’ exteriors are finished in an array of maintenance-free materials and are available in full brick with stacked stone accents. Large Southern front porches feature columns and bead board ceilings for homeowners to enjoy, and every home boasts a roomy patio for grilling, entertaining or enjoying the outdoors.

Lawns are professionally landscaped and maintained by a mandatory Condo Owners Association.

Offering an ideal location to socialize, homeowners will have full access to the Charleston-inspired clubhouse in the community. There, homeowners can arrange private gatherings or community events and they will have full access to the meeting/dining room, exercise facility, spacious veranda and swimming pool, as the well as the large greatroom with wood burning fireplace and full kitchen.

The Haven at Slater Mill is located just west of downtown Atlanta and is close to historic Main Street Douglasville. The community also is near ample grocery shopping, restaurants, Arbor Place Mall, the Douglas Hospital and churches.

To visit the Haven at Slater Mill, take I-20 West to Fairburn Road/Highway 92 (Exit 37). Take a left at the top of the ramp and cross over I-20 heading south/west on Highway 92. At the second traffic light, take a right on Shawnee Trail and then take an immediate right onto Slater Mill Road. Go approximately one-half mile and The Haven at Slater Mill will be on the right. For more information on the community, call 678-306-4222.

Jim Chapman Communities is pleased to announce the grand opening of its model homes, The Westminster and The Oxford, at The Haven at Slater Mill in Douglasville. A Grand Opening celebration will be held from 2:00 – 4:00 on Saturday, April 29th. The Haven at Slater Mill is a gated community featuring an elegant yet affordable collection of luxury ranch condominiums where active adults can make the step to maintenance-free living while still occupying their own spacious, private homes. Also celebrating their opening and located conveniently within the model homes are a sales center and design studio where guests can meet with the sales agent as well as make custom selections on site.

“The Haven at Slater Mill is a celebration of a special stage in life – a time when homeowners can live a carefree life,” said Chapman. “Our goal at The Haven at Slater Mill was to create a community where active adults could take life as easy as possible. By opening the model homes as well as the sales center and design studio in one convenient location we are extending this philosophy just one step further. When interested home shoppers come to our community, they can tour the model homes, write a contract with the on-site agent at the sales center, choose design features with a professional decorator in the design studio and even close their unit in the same place. It doesn’t get much easier than that.”

With two plans to choose from at The Haven at Slater Mill, Jim Chapman Communities opened two model homes – the three-bedroom Westminster and the two-bedroom Oxford. Both plans are fully furnished and professionally decorated. With so many options available to reflect homeowners’ personal needs and taste, the Oxford plan represents more of the standard selections available. For homeowners interested in purchasing custom selections for their new homes, the Westminster plan reflects the finest The Haven at Slater Mill has to offer – with granite countertops, 12×12 ceramic tile, hardwood floors and custom cabinetry.

Located between the model homes, the sales center will be open and the on-site agent Carol Schoenberg will be available to assist home shoppers with any questions or needs they may have.

In addition to the model homes and sales center, Jim Chapman Communities has also opened a design studio on-site. There, new homeowners can choose from the many design features and custom selections, such as flooring, lighting, cabinets and countertops, that they would like in their new homes.

Welcoming adults ages 55 and older, the step-free ranch condominium homes at The Haven at Slater Mill are priced from the low $200,000s and are ideal for individuals or couples. The functional yet cozy homes offer elegant details such as custom wood trim, 12 to 16 foot vaulted ceilings, great rooms with gas fireplaces featuring decorative wood mantels and master suite baths with large his/her vanities with full-length mirrors and ceramic tile showers. The two or three bedroom homes provide ample space for entertaining, including kitchens with casual breakfast bars, gourmet GE appliances and custom cabinetry.

The homes also are built with older adults in mind. The one-level ranch homes meet certain easy living standards – with a step-free entrance and larger doorways and bathrooms – that make maneuvering around the homes easier for all occupants.

Homeowners have full access to the Charleston-inspired clubhouse where they can arrange private gatherings or participate in community events. There is a meeting/private dining room, an exercise facility with cardio equipment, a spacious veranda and swimming pool as well as a large great room with wood burning fireplace and full kitchen. Construction is set to begin on the amenities this month with it being open for residents to enjoy by Labor Day.

The entire community is professionally landscaped and maintained by the mandatory Haven at Slater Mill Condominium Association.

The Haven at Slater Mill is located just west of downtown Atlanta and is close to historic Main Street in Douglasville. The community also is near ample grocery shopping, restaurants, Arbor Place Mall, the Douglas Wellstar Hospital and many local churches.

To visit the Haven at Slater Mill, take I-20 West to Fairburn Road/Highway 92 (Exit 37). Take a left at the top of the ramp and cross over I-20 heading south/west on Highway 92. At the second traffic light, take a right on Shawnee Trail and then take an immediate right onto Slater Mill Road. Go approximately one-half mile and The Haven at Slater Mill will be on the right. For more information on the community, please contact Carol Schoenberg at the sales center, (678) 838-7676 or by email at carol@JimChapmanCommunities.com.
Homebuyers will receive up to $2,000 toward closing costs when using the preferred lender, Lincoln Capital Advisors. Please call Jim Cheeley at 678-527-1150 ext. 4 for all your mortgage needs.