Buyer Stories

Elizabeth and Harvey Found Exactly What They Were Looking for in an Epcon Community

Retired couple talk about their new Epcon home.

Already looking to downsize for their senior years, Elizabeth and Harvey noticed a sign in their area. They’d lived there for 25 years and wanted to stay in the region. So, they decided to learn more about this new community. “There wasn't even a house here yet,” said Elizabeth. “So we started asking questions and checking into it and decided that this was exactly what we were looking for.” 

 

Liking what they heard, the couple visited Epcon communities in other areas of their state and liked what they saw. “The next step was really ideally picking out a lot,” Elizabeth said.

 

Assistance in the Design Process 

Building a new home means you have the freedom to design details to fit your lifestyle. Instead of renovating someone else’s dream to fit your personality and lifestyle, you get to start from scratch. And if this process and all its many decisions intimidates a home buyer, Epcon offers the support they need. 

 

From floor plans and structural options to materials, everything is categorized, explains Elizabeth, so you can choose according to your price range, color tones, and finishes. “One of the most nerve-wracking things about building is you kind of pick your stuff blindly with just small samples,“ she said. So having a designer to walk you through the choices and make the best decisions is a boon to buying in an Epcon community.

 

“They absolutely did help us,” she said. “They were very helpful.”

Family-Friendly Design Options

Elizabeth and Harvey are both retired. But they still wanted a home that accommodates family. “We have two grandkids that are frequent flyers at the house,” said Harvey. Living locally, they come and go, stay or not stay, and just hang out.

 

To suit a variety of lifestyles, Epcon’s floor plans range from 1,300 to over 3,000 square feet with the option of two to four bedrooms. The open-concept design includes an abundance of natural light and plenty of space for entertaining. And they offer structural options to suit your needs. A sitting room in the primary suite or a second-floor bonus suite provides generous space for visiting family or friends while maintaining privacy. "Having the guest room, guest bedroom and the guest bathroom close together is really convenient. And we're on the other side of the house. So it gives us a ton of privacy,” said Elizabeth.

Overseeing the Construction Phase

Nothing compares with the thrill of watching your new home go from an idea on paper to your dream home. "Since we lived in the neighborhood, we were touring the house often during construction, which was super exciting,” said Elizabeth. “And they were very accommodating.” These visits enabled the couple to see the progression of the build, how certain finishes looked as they were installed, and judge the timeline for their anticipated move.

 

“And they were on time,” said Harvey, “which was very nice for us.”

A Welcoming Community Provides New Friends

The sense of connection Elizabeth and Harvey feel in their new home extends to the entire community. “We love our neighbors,” Harvey said. “everybody watches out for each other, which is really nice.” They didn’t “exactly socialize” with their former neighbors on a regular basis. "But here we have that opportunity. So it's nice."

 

That opportunity comes from the numerous social events that can accompany the Epcon lifestyle. Elizabeth and Harvey get excited as they list various ways they connect and stay connected. From a monthly social hour in the clubhouse to book clubs and exercise classes, they’ve discovered the joy in spending time with those who live close by. “Meeting with our neighbors is is just a joy,” Elizabeth said.

Enjoying Community Amenities

The amply-sized clubhouse provides a neutral location for community events. And the pool provides a place for fun and exercise. “We go to the pool probably three or four days a week,” said Elizabeth. And she quickly points out that they have a pool to enjoy but don’t have to take care of it.

 

Many Epcon home owners enjoy the low-maintenance lifestyle they never had before. With lawn care and snow removal provided by the HOA, they can focus on enjoying what matters most.

Epcon Communities

Epcon Communities crafts beautifully designed single-level homes in popular regions of the country. Our vibrant community life, fostered through amenities and activities, create meaningful connections with neighbors. Combined with a low-maintenance approach, you'll discover a lifestyle that prioritizes joy over chores.

 

“We would absolutely recommend Epcon,” said Elizabeth. “It's a different concept than we were ever exposed to, but now that we're here, we absolutely love it."

 

Reach out today to explore the unique advantages of living in an Epcon community and reimagine what home can be!

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