Upscale Home Buyers - Spring 2013

Upscale Homes BUYERS GUIDE

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Setting the stage for a quick sale

Pool furniture makes a splash

Designing your outdoor space

Let our family help your family find a HOME.

JUDY & DICK WILLIAMS

Nathan Matwijec Crye-Leike Realtor Nathan.matwijec@crye-leike.com

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23 GOVERNORS WAY Governors Club-Brentwood's Premiere Golf community. 23 Governors Way is located on the 15th Green. Interior design by Deana Slemp.

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120 GOVERNORS WAY, GOVERNORS CLUB LISTED AT $699,900

Office: 615-373-2044 JUDY WILLIAMS: 615-210-1059 DICK WILLIAMS: 615-426-0020

HUNTERBORO, IN BRENTMEADE LISTED AT $769,000

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OAK HILL ESTATE

Welcome to spring The holiday season is passed, days are growing longer and harbingers of spring are all around us. It’s a new season and a time for new beginnings. As you plan your move into a new home, we hope the stories in this issue will help you prepare your current home for sale and make your new surroundings as welcoming as possible.

Get ready to enjoy your new home — inside and out. Just turn the page to see what’s in store in this issue of the Upscale Homes Buyers Guide.

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$3,100,000

899 Curtiswood Lane

Fabulous in-town Estate. Grand room proportions, great flow for entertaining! Kitchen w/Thermador appliances. Formal Living spaces, Casual Den opens to expansive terrace and pool. Main level guest suite, lavish Master Suite, Media Rm, Game Rm, Office.

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Michael McKee, Broker, ABR 615-577-7286 Adex! Homesellers 615-297-7285 mike@adexhomesellers.com

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Make a splash with new pool furniture

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Outdoor living spaces extend square footage

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Market Spotlight

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On the Cover

This home at 23 Governors Way is listed for $ 2,799,000. For details, contact Dick or Judy Williams with Crye-Leike Realtors: 615-373-2044, 615-210-1059 (Judy), 615-426-0020 (Dick). For more information, visit www.judyanddick.com SUBMITTED

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Get Ready

TO SELL

Home staging pays off

New throw pillows can dress up old furniture while strategically placed accessories lend a “wow” factor. COURTESY OF NANCY HEAP

M

ost real estate agents emphasize the importance of “location, location, location” when it comes to selling a home. Brentwood Realtor Nancy Heap will tell you there’s another three-word mantra that is equally important when it comes to selling your home: “Declutter, declutter, declutter,” says Heap.

Heap, who holds the Accredited Staging Professional credential and works with Main Street Real Estate, instructs her clients who are selling a home to go through each room in the house and sort items into three categories: storage, donation and trash.

Decluttering, she says, is just one step in staging a home for sale.

“Staging is simply creating a warm, welcoming environment that will appeal to many buyers and allow them to feel they could be comfortable living in the home,” says Heap.

Why is staging so important, you ask?

“Staged homes sell 50 percent faster and 6 to 10 percent higher in price,” says Caren Kirkpatrick of Savvy Home Staging. Those numbers, she says, are based on the national average according to statistics gathered by the Real Estate Staging Association.

Kirkpatrick begins the staging process by taking a complete walk through your home and around your property.

“Next we prepare a step-by-step action plan to get the home in ‘show shape,’” says Kirkpatrick.

While professional staging of a home is a team effort, homeowners are usually only directly involved in the decluttering process. After that, it’s best to allow the stagers to take over 6 | UPSCALE HOMES BUYERS GUIDE | SPRING 2013

and do their job.

“The Realtor, the home stager and the homeowner will all have key roles,” says Kirkpatrick. “So make sure you are all following the same action plan.”

Here are some of the staging methods that Hemp and Kirkpatrick employ to ensure a quicker sale of your home — and for a higher selling price: • Neutralize. “If you have rooms that are tangerine orange or hunter green, strongly consider a fresh coat of paint in a pleasing, neutral tone,” says Kirkpatrick, adding that subtle, neutral colors appeal most to buyers. “It provides a clean canvas and creates a harmonious flow from room to room.”

• Depersonalize. Place personal mementoes out of sight.

Heap says personal photos should be put away or at least kept to a minimum. If you have traveled extensively, remove items related to your excursions. “[Prospective] buyers actually spend more time looking over these items and not the home,” says Heap.

Heap recommends packing your travel treasures away in storage until after the sale. If you have large portraits or classic art collections, these may remain, though your stager may want to rearrange them or move them to a different area of the house.

• Update. After unneeded items have been removed, your stager may employ the use of fresh accessories to give the house an updated look. “New throw pillows can work wonders on an old couch,” says Kirkpatrick. “Small decorative enhancements

Declutter and depersonalize your home to make it more appealing to buyers.

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can make a big impact and add that ‘wow factor’ buyers love.”

Other easy updates include replacing old door knobs and drawer pulls with something that looks more current and swapping out older or tarnished light fixtures with newer finishes like satin nickel or brushed pewter.

• Curb appeal. Flowers or fresh plants on the front porch, trimmed shrubs, fresh mulch and a new doormat are easy updates that will go a long way with potential buyers.

• Let there be light. Heavy curtains and draperies will block natural light, making the living space appear dark and uninviting. These items can also be a turn-off to someone who doesn’t like your chosen style or color. It’s best to remove them and let the sun shine in.

• Remove excess furniture. “The furniture and décor placement should showcase the home’s best features and downplay any flaws,” says Kirkpatrick. “A high-end home should have a high-end look inside. Buyers want to see a current, stylish interior with a consistent look throughout.”

Kirkpatrick notes that stagers often have an inventory of rental furnishings and accessories to complement a variety of home styles. These items can also be used to stage a vacant home, making it appear more warm and inviting.

By using a certified home stager, Kirkpatrick says you’ll be sure of getting someone with formal training to do the job and with access to continuing education to keep them on top of trends and tricks of the trade.

And when staging is likely to bring you a quicker sale for a higher price, it sounds like hiring a certified home stager could be money well spent.

Caren Kirkpatrick Savvy Home Staging 615-477-2701 savvyhomestagingandredesign.com carenkirkpatrick@hotmail.com Nancy Heap, Realtor, ASP Main Street Real Estate www.2MainSt.com 615-661-9494 nheap@comcast.net

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Get Out

SUMMER

Make a splash with new pool furniture

The natural look of wicker is right at home in outdoor spaces. This piece from Summer Classics is made of N-dura resin. COURTESY OF SUMMER CLASSICS

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e’re all longing for those long, lazy hot days of summer, just waiting for a chance to kick back and relax outside. If there’s a pool in your backyard, even better. But is your pool area properly outfitted? With the right furniture, you can turn that backyard pool into an outdoor living oasis to share with family, friends and neighbors.

Whether it’s lounging in the sun, enjoying a quiet evening or entertaining guests at a pool party, the right furnishings can set the stage for your pool-side activities. With that in mind, we’ve put together some tips and suggestions for dressing up your pool area with the appropriate furniture to accommodate your needs and lifestyle.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT MATERIALS First things first: If you have a salt-water pool, you should be aware that salt oxidizes metal. Outdoor furniture is manufactured from a variety of materials, including wrought iron, cast aluminum, wrought aluminum, wood, stone and resin. Even plain water can compromise the appearance and integrity of

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your fine outdoor furniture, so it’s important to choose materials wisely and take care of your furniture.

While aluminum doesn’t rust, air pollutants can cause pitting, oxidation and discoloration. One option is to opt for lines that have a powder coating designed to protect the aluminum surface. Furniture made from resin is another durable choice.

According to Lindsay McMullen, assistant manager at Summer Classics in Nashville, the N-dura resin wicker available at Summer Classics is one of their most popular lines. It’s crafted by covering an aluminum frame with hand- or loom-woven resins and then finished with a polyester powder that is baked on.

The result is furniture that has all the appeal of real wicker but the ability to resist fading and water damage.

If price is no consideration, McMullen recommends teak furniture.

“Teak, for the most part is indestructible. That being said, it is the highest price point,” says McMullen. > > POOL FURNITURE, PAGE 10

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>> POOL FURNITURE, FROM PAGE 8

SELECT THE RIGHT PIECES The basics for a pool area include chaise lounges, end tables and umbrellas, but your outdoor activities can expand beyond the functionality of the pool. With the calming water as your backdrop, the addition of more pieces, the backyard pool becomes an entertainment hotspot.

“Homeowners have outdoor living areas complete with fireplaces and TVs. The best set up for these areas is a sofa, lounge chair and ottoman, a motion chair — think swivel glider or spring lounge, coffee table and end tables,” says McMullen.

To fully enjoy meals al fresco, include a table and seating designed for dining. And if you really want to splurge on furnishings for your outdoor space, add something like the Sedona daybed (available from Summer Classics).

“It’s perfect to curl up on,” says McMullen, adding the daybed will comfortably seat a family of four.

MAKE IT FEEL LIKE HOME By bringing indoor elements to your outdoor space, you make it feel more like an extension of your home. One way to accomplish this is with lighting.

To help bring the comfort and warmth of your indoor environment to the outside, accent your space with outdoor lamps. Summer Classics has a selection of lamps made to stand up to the rigors of the outdoor environment. These lamps have aluminum bases, Sunbrella fabric shades and protective globes to shield the lightbulbs. Retailers like Lowe’s, Home Depot, and Bed, Bath and Beyond also have outdoor lamps designed to resist the elements.

DRESS IT RIGHT The right cushions and pillows will not only make your outdoor furniture more comfortable but will also add that decorative element that makes it feel more like stylized living space.

“All of our fabrics are durable, easy to clean and protected against the harsh sun and all-season weather. Plus, they look and feel like interior fabrics — bringing the luxury we are used to inside our homes to the outside,” says McMullen. > > POOL FURNITURE, PAGE 12

TOP: Inspired by styles from the South of France, the Provance Collection from Summer Classics brings indoor comfort to your outdoor space. BOTTOM: This luxurious Sedona daybed offers the perfect place to relax outside. COURTESY OF SUMMER CLASSICS

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7127 Crossroads Blvd Suite 102 | Brentwood TN 37027 | 615-371-1544 125 River Rock Blvd Ste B | Murfreesboro TN 37128 | 615-809-2323

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NO HOA-Room for toys. MLS#1395883 Cindy Granda Benchmark Realty, LLC 615-335-1566 | 615-371-1544

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Pristine beautiful brick home with many upgrades. Master retreat down. Open floor plan, windows galore. Spacious yet homey. 5 bedrooms, Granite, Custom Built ins, 3 FP’s, Vaulted Ceilings & MUCH MORE! 2 Master suites, work out rooms, 3 car garage, only one owner. MLS#1400809

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Area 10: $644,900 You can’t beat this location for Golf, Shops, Dining, Cool Springs & DT Franklin. Loaded with Detail. In-Ground Gunite Pool, Large Rooms, Lots of Storage,1000 sq ft Bonus Room waiting for you to finish, HVAC sized for expansion, drywall ready. 2 Decks.

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>> POOL FURNITURE, FROM PAGE 10

Stores like Sears, Ikea, Macy’s, Target and Gardener’s Supply Company also offer all-weather cushions for your outdoor space. Wherever you shop, be sure to look for seat cushions and pillows that are water repellent, fade resistant and quick to dry.

When it comes to style trends in cushions and pillows, McMullen says bright colors are the latest fashion.

“We are getting over the neutral-everything look and having a bit more fun,” McMullen notes.

Indeed, Summer Classics has more than 140 fabrics to choose from when it comes to dressing your outdoor furniture.

When choosing furnishing for your backyard pool area, be sure to have a detailed conversation with your sales associate about your expectations.

“We are match-makers for our clients’ lifestyles, design styles, needs, environments and budgets. It takes effort and expertise to best serve our customers and to match furniture that will truly give them a lifetime of enjoyment,” says McMullen.

ABOVE: Relax by your pool in a new chaise lounge. This one is from the Somerset Collection. BELOW: When it comes to dressing your outdoor furniture, Summer Classics has a selection of colorful Sunbrella fabrics. COURTESY OF SUMMER CLASSICS

LEARN MORE

For more information about outdoor furnishings and fabrics, contact or visit Summer Classics, 2600 12th Ave. S., Nashville, 615-783-1889.

$ MLS #1347154 7,999,000 1074 Beechcroft Road

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$ MLS #1419651 548,900 511 Childe Harolds Ln

Immaculately maintained 2 year old home. 5 Bedrooms, 2 on Main Level, 3 1/2 Baths. Large irrigated yard. This home is pristine inside. If you are showing new construction, include this home.

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$ MLS #1420997 885,000 5015 Buds Farm Lane, E

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Tips on caring for outdoor furniture VINYL STRAPS Wash with mild detergent and warm water, using a soft sponge or cloth.

Rinse thoroughly. To remove scuff marks, apply toothpaste or gentle abrasive and rub gently with a dry cloth. To remove mildew, use a solution of warm water, mild detergent and bleach (no more than one-quarter cup to 3 gallons of water). Apply vinyl protectant to the straps after cleaning.

With a few simple steps, you can keep your outdoor furniture looking fresh and new for many years. The American Home Furnishings Alliance offers the following care and maintenance tips: ALUMINUM FRAMES Clean with mild soap and water. For non-textured surfaces, apply an automotive wax every few months. On textured finishes, periodically apply baby or mineral oil. Occasionally spray oil lubricant on chair swivels or glides.

SLING FURNITURE Wash with mild soap and water.

Rinse thoroughly and air dry.

TEMPERED GLASS TABLETOPS Clean regularly with a soft cloth, a mild detergent and warm water. Buff dry with a clean lint-free cloth. Commercial glass cleaners also may be used.

CUSHIONS Vacuum as needed to remove organic material and prevent decay.

Clean by sponging with mild detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly. Air dry. If mildew occurs, use a solution of 1 cup bleach and a squirt of detergent per gallon of water. Scrub with a sponge or soft brush. Rinse thoroughly with clean water and air dry. Always test an inconspicuous spot first to make sure the color won’t fade. Bleach may not be suitable for some fabrics.

OUTDOOR WICKER Vacuum gently or brush with a softbristle brush. Hose off every few weeks and clean periodically with mild detergent and water. Rinse thoroughly and air dry.

WROUGHT IRON AND STEEL Clean with warm, soapy water.

To maintain the gloss on non-textured surfaces, apply automotive wax. On textured finishes, periodically apply mineral or baby oil. If rust develops, clean the area by lightly sanding, then wipe thoroughly and apply touch-up paint (usually provided by the manufacturer).

HARDWOODS Clean with mild detergent and water.

Rinse well. Some manufacturers recommend an occasional application of oil. Teak can stay outdoors year-round.

Pine, oak and cedar should be stored for the winter. Painted woods will require painting every year or so.

UMBRELLAS Wash covers with mild soap and water using a long-handled brush.

Spray silicone on the joints of wire frames. Use wax or furniture polish on wooden umbrellas.

— Courtesy of American Home Furnishings Alliance

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Get A Room

OUTSIDE

Extend square footage with outdoor living space

This comfortable outdoor space (found at 23 Governors Way) includes a TV and hot tub. SUBMITTED

D

uring warm weather, people clamor to spend more time outdoors, and with help from local pros, that outdoor time can be enjoyed to the fullest.

Gardens of Babylon creates outdoor oases where you can indulge in your favorite activities with all the ease, comfort and convenience of an indoor space. When you have one of these outdoor living spaces, Gardens of Babylon landscape coordinator Mark Kerske says it’s like adding square footage to your home.

“Our clients actually treat their new outdoor space as an extension of their indoor space, thus expanding the living area that they can enjoy,” says Kerske.

Kerske notes that your outdoor space can serve myriad purposes: a quiet place to read, an alternative home office space, a place to entertain or a zenlike space to just be.

So how should you go about planning this outdoor space?

Kerske suggests that you consider how you want to use the space. Will you really use an outdoor kitchen? Do you plan to entertain? How much space do you need?

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we can effectively design a space that takes care of all their needs,” says Kerske.

When designing your outdoor space, it’s important to keep comfort and convenience in mind.

“If you are interested in an outdoor kitchen, not only do you want all the amenities — such as a wet sink, refrigerator and grill — close at hand, but you also want to design the space so you can be close to your guests,” says Kerske.

If you think ahead and envision how you plan to use your space, Kerske says, you can design it so that you can entertain and get the most enjoyment from it.

Kerske notes that televisions and stereo speakers allow for a full entertainment atmosphere. Other items of importance are: furniture (and its placement) and a sufficient number of electrical outlets.

To truly make your space comfortable and inviting, consider including an outdoor fireplace. If there’s a culinary genius in the household, plant an herb garden near > > OUTDOOR LIVING, PAGE 16

When You Think Real Estate, think Parks 74 Governor’s Way

893 John Armfield Court

Fabulous 4/5/6 BR with basement on 5th Green, Common Ground on Right.

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Parade Home Custom built

by Ernst Construction! Den, Screened Porch & Patio overlook the 8th Fairway !

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2000 Waterstone Drive

2829 Webb Hollow Road Bending Branch Farm

4,506 Sq Ft - 4 Bdrm/4.5 Ba - Owner transferred - Gated community - Premium lot next to clubhouse - Family Rm w/ FP- Large KIT - Spacious Bonus Rm - Wrap around porch - 1,000 Sq Ft of walkout unfinished basement.

South of Leipers Fork, Bending Branch Farm offers 3 furnished hand-crafted timber-framed cottages on 400 + acres. Horse stable & riding trails, party pavilion that seats 60, stocked fishing lake.

See this listing and more at wipeyourfeet.net.

MLS #1426463 $829,500

MLS #1342188 $3,199,000

Jack Miller (615) 308-7776

Loy Hardcastle (615) 948-3704

1007 Highland Road

5807 Bending Chestnut Rd

Very unique home on top of 20 acres in the heart of Brentwood ~Gated entrance~Beautiful views~1,492 Sq. ft. deck~Antique flooring & beams~ Master BA has indoor/ outdoor shower~ Recording studio doubles as Theater Room or extra Bedroom.

Peaceful Leipers Fork Farm, 5 min. to 840, 20 min. to downtown Franklin, beautiful setting with rolling hills, stocked pond, well maintained home located across from 300 acre county park. Barn and plenty of pasture for livestock, Gated Entrance.

MLS #1427358 $2,999,000

Jane Hunter Hicks (615) 522-7080

MLS #1387972 $950,000

Jane Hunter Hicks (615) 522-7080

10 Peach Blossom Square Sophisticated, elegant, gorgeous . . . this is a MUST SEE! Incredible location and fabulous house, this one won’t last long! Home is at the end of Peach Blossom Square with park like common area.

Extensive hardwood, concrete counters and so much more!

Nashville 383-6600

Sumner 826-4040

MLS #1423185 $729,900

Franklin Brentwood 790-7400 370-8669 Lisa Culp Taylor (615) 300-8285

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the outdoor kitchen. If you love the sight and sound of water, include a pool, pond or fountain. Just like your indoor spaces, an outdoor space has various flooring options: stone, concrete, paver stones and more.

Consider whether the space should be open, fully roofed or covered with a pergola. You might even design the space so that it’s partially covered and partially open. That way, you can fully enjoy the open air but still have a sheltered space where you can cook and entertain if the weather turns.

“A roof overhead with a ceiling fan and lights keeps everyone cool in the summer and keeps the party going into the night,” says Kerske.

Regardless of how you decide to design and use your outdoor living space, Kerske emphasizes the impact such a space can have on your daily life.

“Adding square footage to your existing home with an outdoor space truly adds an extra dimension to your life.”

This beautiful patio garden can serve as a quiet, solitary space but is also the perfect place for guests to mingle at a party. COURTESY OF GARDENS OF BABYLON

406 W. Hillwood Dr. Hillwood Estates

400 Cross Creek Ct. Franklin, TN

$2,075,000

$549,900

MLS# 1382561

MLS# 1419964

This 4277 sf Franklin brick home is nestled on 1 acre in the established neighborhood of Cross Creek.

Four bedrooms, 3.5 baths. This home boasts charming, detailed ceiling treatments, two living areas on the main level, two wood-burning fireplaces plus a finished room in the basement - perfect for an exercise room, man cave or office. The park-like setting with trees is idyllic, both front and back. Enjoy entertaining and a cookout on the patio.

Backyard is partially fenced with wrought iron. Area 10.

BRAND NEW custom-built 6254 sf • Multi-Million Dollar Contemporary Prairie luxury style home on 1.97 level acres in highly Producer desired area. Tennessee Crab Orchard stone exterior. 5 Bedrooms, 5 full • Prudential President’s baths, 3 half baths. Exceptional quality for the most discriminating buyer.

Circle Soaring 21’ ceilings & stone fireplace in the Great Room which opens • Fine Homes Specialist to the Loggia. Brazilian teak flooring, chef’s luxury kitchen with Viking, Wolfe & Thermador appliances, music sound-proof room, 3 fireplaces.

Recreation/Media room with refreshment bar, master suite to die for.

Geothermal heating & cooling with four HVAC zones. Beautiful backyard suitable for pool. 3 car garage. www.406WestHillwood.com Area 2.

615-661-7800

Jennie Clements 615-330-3613 www.jennieclements.com • jenniefc@realtracs.com 630 Post Oak Circle

$825,000 MLS# 1423325

Classic elegance in the heart of Brentwood! Huge kitchen w/ new ss oven and frig, granite counter & onyx backsplash.

Large bedrooms - main flr and basement bonus rooms - safe room - 1st flr master bedrm - new granite in master bath. Walk to schools and Granny White Park! Updates!

Suzan Hindman 615-330-2733 hindmans@bellsouth.net • 615-661-7800

Fine Homes Specialist #1 Agent for 2012

Cece Wyant 615.496.4969 615.661.7800 • cwyant@realtracs.com

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SOLD for $1.25M in under 60 days!

SOLD:

324 Vaughn Rd Nashville, TN

• 4,883 Square Feet • 8+ Acres • Robert Anderson Contemporary • Breathtaking Views

FOR SALE:

2024 Parker Hollow Rd. Nolensville, TN This architectural masterpiece of classic contemporary living is nestled within the rolling hills of Williamson County and displays all of the beauty Nolensville has to offer.

• Architecturally inspired by an HGTV Dream Home • 28+ Acres in Williamson County • 5,623 Square Feet (including finished basement) • Two Barns and Pond on property • Only 15 Minutes to either I-65 or I-24.

• Offered at $1.275M Video Walk-Through

www.2024ParkerHollowRd.com

COMING SOON: 1401 Coleman Rd. Franklin, TN

Tucked into the beautiful rolling hills of Franklin, this home is a work of art with exquisite details, breathtaking views, and all of the privacy you would come to expect.

• 5 Acres of Williamson County Serenity • 5 Bedrooms, 5F 2H Baths • 7,250+ Square Feet • Movie Theater with concession stand • Elevator/Handicap Access • Call for price More Photos

www.1401ColemanRd.com

Exclusively Listed by Greg Cooley and Chateau Properties.

615.538.7005 725 Cool Springs Blvd Suite 600 Franklin, TN 37067

www.chateauproperties.com

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HOME SPOTLIGHT

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his beautiful home at 1606 Whispering Hills Drive in Franklin features a saltwater pool and terrace area with an outdoor kitchen pavilion. Other amenities include an outdoor shower and bath, fitness room, media room and elevator. It has six bedrooms, six full baths and three half baths. It’s listed at $3,725,000.

To learn more about this property, contact Susan James at Viva Properties in Brentwood: 615-300-6838 (cell) or 615-371-9007 (office). PHOTOS

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BrokerSouth Real Estate Partners Allen DeCuyper QRS, Relocation Specialist Cell: 615-300-5971 Fax: 615-297-8544

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