Who says no one is building new homes in this market?  Heron Bay Golf and Country Club in Henry County has a new builder, Paramount Communities, who has broken ground on four new homes.

In addition to Paramount Communities, Heron Bay also has D. R. Horton building several new homes.  Both of these builders build in different price ranges allowing the customer the comfort of knowing they can enjoy the communities resort style amenities at their price. 

Paramount Communities has homes that start in the low $300’s and go to the high $400’s, while D.R. Horton concentrates on the mid $100’s to the high $200’s.  Heron Bay is excited to have both these builder’s introducing new (more…)

This summer is one of the most exciting summers at Heron Bay Golf & Country Club, in Henry County. The Social Committee has been busy planning several H-O-T events to keep the residents at the master-planned community C-O-O-L.

The Open House Extravaganza was held on Friday, June 4th at the Canongate golf clubhouse. The afternoon started off with kid’s time at the pool and then the adults were able to enjoy happy hour at the pool. As the evening drew near, everyone gathered inside the clubhouse for an appetizer buffet with chicken skewers, meatballs, stuffed mushrooms and much more. Businesses from Town Center at Heron Bay set up displays to showcase their services. They included the Urgent Care Center, Bay Pharmacy, Rubi Nails, C Changes Hair Salon and Byrd Insurance Agency. The evening ended with karaoke on the patio.

Heron Bay events coming up over the next few months include a luau themed Adult Pool Party and a patriotic themed Family Pool Party. A Sunset Picnic at the Lakefront Park over looking the Cole Reservoir will be held in July and a (more…)

In February of this year, D.R. Horton Homes introduced 8 new floor plans in the Henry county community, Heron Bay. Several of these new floor plans have been built are ready for home buyers to see just how outstanding these homes truly are.

In Northridge, the Westchester is nearly complete and perfect for anyone wanting a one of a kind view of the Canongate golf course from the enormous wall of windows. This stunning 4 bedroom, 3 and a half bath home has hardwood floors and in the 2 story foyer and granite counter tops in the kitchen. A formal living room and dining room is perfect for entertaining. (more…)

The Homebuyer Tax Credit is about to expire! All home purchases must close by April 30th in order to qualify for this discount, so hurry over to Heron Bay! You don’t miss out on the opportunity to save up to $8,000 for first time homebuyer and $6,500 for move-up homebuyers.

You also don’t want to miss out on our incredible collection of new Henry county homes at Heron Bay. Home prices start in the low $180s and many have incentives from the builders. One amazing deal comes from D.R. Horton. This builder is currently offering amazing deals in Meadow’s Glen. If you buy before June 2010, not only will you receive the home buyers tax credit, you’ll also be able to take advantage of $15,000 any way you want it as well as earning $5,000 in closing costs. This is a deal too good to be missed, so don’t waste any time. Head over to Heron Bay today and see why so many have chosen to call this Locust Grove community home. (more…)

Now that spring is officially here, that means Easter is right around the corner and there are several celebrations happening in Henry County, Georgia. This Friday, March 26th Nash Farm Battlefield and Park  is hosting a Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt. Admission is free so bring the entire family for an evening of face painting, inflatables, games, crafts and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Festivities begin at 5:30pm, with Disney Radio providing music and prizes until 7:30pm. The egg hunt for the little ones (ages 2 – 5) starts at 7pm, but the big kids (ages 6 – 12) will have to wait until it gets dark to hunt for their eggs. Don’t forget to bring a flashlight and your Easter basket!

Nash Farm is a historical park  located in Hampton, Georgia where the residents of Heron Bay are just a short drive from tons of family fun year round. With so many activities around Henry county and within the Atlanta golf community, it’s understandable why so many families have chosen the master-planned community. Visit Heron Bay Golf & Country Club 7 days a week to view the new homes and resort-style amenities including a full aquatic center, tennis courts, walking trails, 5-acre lake front park, Canongate Golf Course and the Cole Reservoir. With so many outdoor activities, Heron Bay residents never find themselves lacking for things to do during the warm weather we’ve been seeing recently.

The Positive Standards Committee at master-planned community, Heron Bay Golf and Country Club hosted a Spring Landscaping Seminar for fellow residents on March 9. The seminar featured the owner of Serenity Landscape Services who provided tips on having a pristine yard for the upcoming spring, summer and fall seasons.

One of the tips Serenity Landscapes gave was the importance of putting pre-emergent on the lawn by the end of March to prevent summer/fall weeds. (more…)

The Heron Bay community and residents of Henry and Spalding counties recently celebrated the approval of Heron Bay Academy’s charter from the State of Georgia Charter Commission.

The celebratory meeting was held on Wednesday, March 3rd at 7:00 p.m. at the Heron Bay Lodge. Residents from both Henry and Spalding counties met to celebrate the new charter and to identify opportunities for volunteering and leadership. Discussion was held regarding the next steps Henry County will take. Some of the steps included the  need for volunteer assistance, anticipated timeliness and being able to answer questions.

35 groups applied to the commission for new charters and Heron Bay Academy was one of only seven approved charters this past year. (more…)

Race weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, Georgia is right around the corner! Excellent weather is in store for a weekend of non-stop racing. Temperatures are predicted to be in the low 60s with little chance of rain. The gorgeous weather is sure to bring out the masses to the mile and a half track located 20 miles south of Atlanta. In fact, the campers and RV’s are already arriving to get a premier camping space.

The NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers start with qualifying under the lights on Friday, March 5. Saturday should provide an afternoon of thrilling speed as the drivers of the Camping World Truck Series take on the track. Great weather and great racing, what more could an Atlantan ask for? (more…)

Northridge at Heron Bay has 3 new D.R Horton  floor plans to complete the Estate Series in this Atlanta lake community.

The 4 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath McDaniel plan features the owner’s suite on the main level. An abundance of light  filters through the dramatic wall of windows in the two-story family room. This abundance of natural light makes you feel as though you are living outdoors. There is also a sunroom off of the breakfast area, perfect for a cup of coffee and the morning paper.

Upstairs features three large bedrooms with walk-in closets and lots of extra storage space. You won’t have a problem finding room for all of your daughter’s clothing essentials or a spot for all of your son’s sporting equipment. (more…)

Congratulations to the Heron Bay Ladies Tennis Team who recently won the ALTA Atlanta City B4 Championship!

This is not the first time one of the tennis teams has been a champion. In the Summer of 2008 the mixed ALTA team won the city division in their first season together. Since then several new teams have been formed, including the Ladies Team that just won.  Heron Bay also has several Men and Junior teams, making it easy for the whole family to play.  Lessons are also offered by one of the residents in the master-planned community in Henry County.

The tennis club is one of many perks offered to residents living in the Atlanta lake community. There’s always something going on at the Cole Reservoir and with a three-pool aquatic center, (more…)