Resort Style Living at North Georgia’s Premier Active Adult Community
welcome TO LIFE’S NEXT ADVENTURE
go grand. live grand. This is what you’ve worked so hard for – and now it is time to enjoy life! Grandview at Gateway is located just minutes north of metro Atlanta in Jasper, considered the “First Mountain City”. Grandview is surrounded by state of the art healthcare facilities and medical providers with easy access to the North Georgia mountains and nearby attractions including orchards, wineries, gardens, waterfalls and area lakes. Spend the day exploring quaint downtown Jasper’s boutique shops and restaurants or venture to the various retail shopping and dining in nearby Canton or Woodstock. At Grandview, we know you make the decision to go with active adult community living, you’re not just buying a home but also
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seeking a lifestyle. We also know that your options are many. This GRAND GUIDE to Active Adult Living and Homebuying was created to facilitate your search, to help you know where to go, what to look for and how to navigate the journey.
ACCORDING TO THE NEW YORK TIMES, the demand for age-restricted active adult communities will grow rapidly over the next decade. The Times spoke with a real estate consultant who predicts that the number of people ages 60 to 75 will increase from 46 million now to 56 million in 2025.1 1 New York Times, “Rethinking the Traditional Retirement Community,” May 30, 2014, http://nyti.ms/RLg8VM
2 LIVE GRAND 4 GRAND LIFESTYLE 5 GRAND WELLNESS 6 EXPLORE 7 AMENITIES 8 LIVE HERE 9 THINGS TO CONSIDER 10 BUY GRANDVIEW 11 MAKE IT YOUR OWN 12 CONTACT US
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grand Lifestyle Our community cultivates healthy relationships by creating an environment of like-minded people who are in similar stages of life with common interests. Community clubs and social groups founded on those interests are abundant. Grandview has activities that include Cooking, Reading, Cards, Wine, Walking, Community Dog Park, Water Aerobics, Hiking, Pickleball or Swimming. Grab a neighbor and join one of many clubs offered. Enhance all your relationships by being your best self. Enrich your life while helping others by volunteering in the community. Find volunteer opportunities that match your passions in nearby schools or other non-profit organizations. Grandview at Gateway offers countless ways to fuel existing relationships and create new ones. Grandview gives you the opportunity to create the lifestyle of your choice. Live like you are on vacation without ever having to leave home.
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grand wellness Our community provides and encourages fitness opportunities. Take advantage of state of the art equipment in the Grand fitness center, or enjoy yoga and aerobics classes. Outdoor enthusiasts can pursue their passions - swimming laps in the multi-lane pool, taking water aerobics, playing pickleball, hiking on the nature trail or kayaking on the lake. Wellness is more than just fitness. Nourish your soul by digging in the dirt in the community garden. Pick up a book or join a game of cards to keep your mind engaged.
Nurture relationships as you create community with your new neighbors. Easy access to quality health care services nearby is also essential in achieving and maintaining optimal health and fitness.
THE AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EXERCISE RECOMMENDS a fitness program that includes cardio exercise, strength training and stretching. Of course, you should always consult your doctor before beginning a new workout program.
EXPLORE BE ACTIVE STAY YOUNG
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Do you want to live in a resortstyle setting where every day feels like vacation? Do you enjoy yoga or pickleball? Do you want to spend your afternoon in a kayak or hiking? Will you be working remotely, working part-time or redefining your life in retirement? Studies have shown that active people are happier and healthier. Choose a community that keeps you engaged. Perhaps located near the people and things that make you the happiest. Grandview at Gateway offers fitness, outdoor activities and social events to keep you engaged in an active lifestyle.
At Grandview we aren’t just building homes, we’re creating a new chapter in life.
At Grandview at Gateway, we know that we aren’t just building homes, we are also creating lifestyles. It’s not just about the homes, facilities and amenities. It’s about adding value to our homeowners. The full focus of Grandview is to create an environment not only to promote social interaction but also encourage physical activity, mental stimulation and just plain fun.
Clubhouse Resort Style Pool Fitness Center Pickleball and Bocce Ball Courts Yoga Games, Arts & Crafts, and Card Room Firepits Cabanas Dog Park Community Garden Nature Trail Interest-Based Clubs and Social Groups Demonstration Kitchen Community Lake
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LIVE HERE RELAX | UNWIND | EXPLORE
In this stage of life you have more options, the place you call home is no longer determined by your job or the kids. This stage is about you‌Living Your Best Life. Grandview at Gateway is the perfect place to start the next chapter living the lifestyle you deserve. Is relaxing a walk on the nature trail or an afternoon in the community garden? Is unwinding an afternoon by the pool or a workout at the gym? Is exploring an evening gazing at the stars or paddle boarding on the lake? The choice is yours here at Grandview.
According to TopRetirements.com, the most popular place in the U.S. to retire or relocate in preparation for retirement is the Southeast (54%), followed by the Southwest (19%) and the Northeast (10%). Warmer winters and a lower cost of living in the Southeast are particularly appealing.
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top 10 Things to Consider WHEN CHOOSE GRANDVIEW AT GATEWAY
LOCATION Proximity to medical, airport/travel, university, family, etc. PROXIMITY TO METRO AREA Major sports, arts, shopping, fine dining and entertainment. AGE-RESTRICTED VS AGE-TARGETED Age-restricted communities are specifically aimed at persons age 55 and older. Age-targeted communities target adults age 55 or older but they are not explicitly age restricted. NATURE ENTHUSIAST Walking trails, community garden, lake access, dog park. LIFESTYLE AMENITIES Clubhouse, fitness center, pool, pickleball and bocce ball courts, exercise programming, social clubs, resort style pool, and more.
SIZE, DESIGN, AND PERSONALIZATION Home size, designs and personalization options: stepless ranch, master on main, open floorplan, universal design, outdoor living areas, modern features and countless finish choices. WORK AND PLAY Home designs with office or separate workspace. MAINTENANCE FREE LANDSCAPING SAFETY Sidewalks and streetlights throughout community AFFORDABILITY Area cost of living.
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Buy Grandview CHOOSING THE BEST HOME FOR YOU Thinking about downsizing? Downsizing does not have to be downgrading. What exactly are you looking for in your new home? Grandview offers homes with open floor plans, up to date features and stylish finishes, multiple loft buildout plans as well as numerous basement options. Whatever you are looking for in your new home, we have the right plan for you at Grandview. Homes at Grandview are designed specifically for active adults. Many are ranch-style plans with open spaces for entertaining, large and private Owner’s Suites, separate areas for overnight guests, flexible options like a Den or Office, Loft or Basement. Low owner maintenance, with yards
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and landscaping covered in community dues. This “low and go” lifestyle enables easy travel with peace of mind that the grass is cut and the bushes are trimmed. Your home in an active adult community should feature quality construction and a focus on energy efficiency. During these pre-retirement and retirement years, you don’t want to worry about issues of poor construction or highenergy consumption. Homes are built with an eye to the future using healthy, energy-efficient construction techniques, materials and products that create lasting value and often exceed industry standards.
Make it your own Grandview at Gateway offers plenty of home personalization options. Your new home comes with an impressive list of included features and generous possibilities for personalization. We cater to your unique tastes and lifestyle, with a full service design gallery and assistance from a personal design Partner.
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Energy-Efficient Construction Healthy Features and Products Award-Winning Designs Exceeds Industry Standards
Single level living Square footage: downsizing? Lot size Basement Bonus or Loft Open floorplan Spacious indoor living areas Gourmet Kitchen Office, Den or other Flex Space Large Owner’s Suite Two, three or four (or more) Bedrooms “Separate” space for guests Two Car Garage Storage space
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515 Jasper 400
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CONTACT US D: 770-509-4404 | O: 770-394-2131 GrandviewAtGateway@HarryNorman.com GrandviewAtGateway.com 3900 Highway 515 South Jasper, GA 30143 4848 Ashford Dunwoody Road | Dunwoody, GA 30338 Images in this guide are intended for illustrative purposes and may not be representative of actual community.
MEET YOUR GRANDVIEW PARTNERS Holly, Kathy, Bob and Rachel - more than 50 years of experience serving your real estate needs across North Georgia and throughout metro Atlanta.