Photos by J. Alan Paul Photography and Holly & Co. Classic Homes
With a creative design by Holly & Co. Classic Homes, Avery Commons in Cottagewood feels nothing like the typical townhome. In fact, showcasing their design on this year’s Parade of Homes, Holly & Co. outwitted more than a few touring guests with their clever floor plan, offering all the appeal and privacy of a single family home with the low maintenance of a townhome.
About Avery Commons
These association-based townhomes are fully customizable and consist of nine buildings with 18 townhome units. Townhomes start at $368,900. “As far as the exterior, we didn’t want it to feel like you’re sharing your driveway, or sharing your sidewalk,” said Kirsten Waverek of Holly & Co. Classic Homes. “We wanted it to feel like your own house with privacy.” Just across the street, Holly & Co. will be offering five single family homes for even more privacy. There are no age restrictions for living in this neighborhood. Association fees manage lawn care and snow removal.
STATS: Main Level: 1,500 square feet • Lower Level: 1,500 square feet • Bedrooms: Two on main level, two in fully finished basement
MAIN LEVEL: Staged by Julie Alin, Scheels Home & Hardware
Upscale Downsizing
With a floor plan placing all necessary rooms on the main floor, these homes are a must-see option for empty nesters, as well as families looking to downsize. “The whole thought behind Avery Commons is simplified living. This is a great option for empty nesters that have a place at the lake and want easy living. They don’t want to have to worry,” said Waverek. “If they’ve spent a significant amount of time raising their family in a 5,000-square-foot home, they just don’t want to deal with it anymore. They’re downsizing. So, we really wanted to create a product that was what we call ‘upscale downsizing.’ You’re still getting the amenities you want, but you’re not having to accommodate the square footage.”
“We’ve actually had some interest too from younger professionals who are just starting out on their career. They put in a lot of hours and they don’t want to be in an apartment, but they don’t want to be dealing with all the house care stuff on the outside,” said Elliot Steinbrink, Project Manager at Holly & Co. “If they’re traveling or if they’re gone, they know that their yard is getting taken care of, their snow is getting moved and they don’t have to worry about that among all the other things that they’re doing.”
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM: Seeded glass – Edison bulb fixtures • Stained poplar cabinetry by Wendt Custom Cabinets • Hidden hood venting • Bianco Antico granite countertops • 4×12 subway tile with handmade look • Higher-end appliances and range
MAIN LEVEL: Staged by Julie Alin, Scheels Home & Hardware Wendt Custom Cabinets
Low Maintenance Living
Sprinkler system and seed are included with each townhome. Landscaping can be added to the contract or done afterwards. Homeowners here actually own the land, so any patio or yard work is completely customizable.
Touring Avery Commons
Currently for sale, this Rennie plan by Holly & Co. features mainly standard finishes with upgrades to the cabinetry, fireplace surround and master bathroom. Since it overlooks Cottagewood pond, residents here don’t see neighbors, just gorgeous views.
Laundry
Just off the kitchen is a convenient walk- in pantry, coat closet and laundry room. “In this case, we did stackables here, but somebody could come in and do side by sides, you’d just lose a bit of countertop space,” said Steinbrink.
MASTER BATHROOM: Ceramic tile flooring with floor heat • Marble-look Quartz • Wendt Custom Cabinets with furniture style vanity • Walk-in custom tile shower with subway tile and glass shelving • Staged by Julie Alin, Scheels Home & Hardware
Main Level
On the main level, beautiful finishes are key for Holly & Co. Handscraped wood- like, laminate flooring, Carrara marble tops, polished nickel, built-ins, french doors and their signature character windows make it a stand out home.
LOWER LEVEL: Shiplap feature wall • Bar with sink, custom wine cabinet and beverage fridge • Quartz countertops • Wendt Custom Cabinets • Ten foot ceilings with enhanced windows • Glass doors entering the bedroom • Staged by Julie Alin, Scheels Home & Hardware
Lower Level
The lower level is made for entertaining either grandkids or guests simply enjoying the bar area and shiplap feature wall. “A lot of time is spent on the little details like the windows,” said Steinbrink. “When people say they really like our houses, we try and get feedback from them, but most of the time they can’t pinpoint it. It’s just something they like more than anything else. It’s just those fine little, sometimes arbitrary details that set our homes apart.”
For more information:
Holly & Co. Classic Homes
304 10th St. N, Fargo
701-491-8635
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