While there are just now appearing to be some signs of the real estate market strengthening in this sluggish economy, Traditions of America is flourishing.Leading the way in Pennsylvania active adult real estate, Traditions of America has expanded now to six active lifestyle communities across the state with its recent launch of their new community,Bridle Path, located in Bethlehem.Traditions of America recently held its V.I.P. Preview Event for Bridle Path, specifically for those that had expressed interest in the new community, and experienced overwhelming success.The event was attended by over 250 people, and 44 V.I.P’s selected their home sites and placed deposits.
Traditions of America has been Pennsylvania’s leading builder for the 55+ demographic for years. “Since 1997, we have been the only builder in the Northeast dedicated exclusively to building new homes and communities for buyers 55 and better,” says David Biddison, Director of Operations. “Everything we do, from home design and amenity planning, to risk-free purchase programs and extended timelines for buying, is designed with 55+ buyers in mind.”
Bridle Path will be no exception. The community will offer a variety of features and amenities built with the 55+ buyer in mind. Residents of Bridle Path will enjoy an expansive Clubhouse featuring a Sports Bar and Lounge, Fitness Center, heated pool and cabana, basketball and tennis courts, as well as walking trails and a beautiful fire pit. And, in standard Traditions of America fashion, all of the yard work, leaf blowing and snow shoveling will be taken care of so residents can spend time doing what they enjoy.
Located in Bethlehem, Bridle Path is set in a great location within the Lehigh Valley, next to the Bethlehem Golf Club and boasting picturesque views of rolling hills and quiet creeks – all only minutes from downtown. Additionally, while the Lehigh Valley offers numerous economic and cultural opportunities, Bridle Path is just a short drive to major metropolitan areas including Philadelphia and New York.
Bridle Path will also offer the same Traditions of America customer-focused programs that make home buying risk-free and stress-free. One of which is HomeFree, a home sale contingency program. Many mature homeowners are delaying their decision to purchase a new home because of concern about selling their existing home. Traditions of America’s home buyers who use the company’s HomeFree program can buy their new home fully contingent on the sale of their current home, and enjoy the benefits of the company’s re-sale expertise. “HomeFree ensures that our buyers work with the best local Realtors. On average, participants sell their existing home in less than seventy-five days for ninety-seven percent of the home’s original list price,” says Biddison.
Traditions of America at Bridle Path will offer six different floor plans to choose from, all single level living with optional second floor spaces. Traditions of America is one builder that is happy to customize their plans to fit the needs and desires of their homebuyers. “Our customers are planning a home with the next twenty-five or thirty years in mind, and they want things to be right,” notes Biddison.
All home sites offered at Bridle Path will feature single-family, detached homes with first-floor master suites. The open floor plans are perfect for entertaining groups large or small. Not to mention, the gourmet kitchen complete with granite countertops and designer appliances make cooking every meal enjoyable. Master suites include large walk-in closets in addition to a large master bathroom with double bowl vanities and a five-foot fiberglass shower. A third bedroom, additional bath and loft space is perfect for guests, a home office or play space for the grandchildren. For those warm summer nights, some homes offer a patio or deck, perfect for soaking in the weather. And, during the winter, stay in and enjoy the optional fireplace in the cozy living room, knowing that the snow is being shoveled for you.
All homes are built energy efficiently, too. Plans include natural gas forced air heating with 90 percent efficiency, energy sealing and much more. On top of that, each home is tested and certified with an independent energy audit to ensure efficiency.
All Traditions communities, including Bridle Path, feature resort-style amenities for active lifestyles, such as biking and hiking trails, clubhouses and swimming pools. “We have full-time Lifestyle Directors, who arrange cruises to the Mediterranean or trips to Baltimore for crab feasts,” notes Biddison. “There are biking clubs, welcome committees, wine groups and other clubs for those who want to be involved in social, charitable or volunteer activities.”
In addition to having a new home, much of the attraction to Traditions of America’s communities is the social network enjoyed by residents living at the same stage of life. Biddison reports many residents lived in their prior homes 20 or more years, and now find themselves surrounded by new owners who are just starting their careers and families. “Often times they feel very alienated in their existing homes and neighborhoods. After they’ve moved to our communities, it is common to hear people say, ‘I’ve been here three weeks and have more and better friends here than in my neighborhood of 25 years.’”
“Now is a great time to buy,” says Biddison. “The combination of low interest rates and favorable pricing makes a new home more affordable than it has been in decades. Today’s buyers see the incredible value in buying a new home today, and they are excited to begin this new style of low-maintenance homeownership that enables them to enjoy life.”
To find out more about any of the Traditions of America communities, visit TraditionsOfAmerica.com. To learn more about Bridle Path, please contact the Traditions of America at Hanover Welcome Center at 484-281-3555.
