{"id":7000,"date":"2017-08-15T14:10:19","date_gmt":"2017-08-15T18:10:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/schellbrothers.com\/blog\/?p=7000"},"modified":"2017-08-15T14:10:19","modified_gmt":"2017-08-15T18:10:19","slug":"the-sanctuary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/schellbrothers.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/15\/the-sanctuary\/","title":{"rendered":"Get to Know The Sanctuary!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nWith our model home underway in The Sanctuary<\/a>, and two models now available in Palmilla at Magnolia Green<\/a>, it’s been a busy summer’s end here in Richmond, with fall ramping up to be a whirlwind at both of our RVA new home communities. Simply stated, it’s the perfect time to get to know The Sanctuary! It’s also the perfect time for a little Q&A with our Community Sales Manager Jennifer Jinnette, including a rundown on her favorite floor plans, the hottest trends in new home construction, and some more details on those oh-so-spacious lots in The Sanctuary.
\n1. Marketing and sales talk aside, what do you think makes The Sanctuary so unique?\u00a0<\/strong>
\nThe Sanctuary is just what its name means: a place of refuge, an oasis, a retreat. It\u2019s a community where you have the space that you need to live the lifestyle that you\u2019ve desired.\u00a0 Located about 20 minutes to Downtown Richmond, you\u2019ll find 1-acre private homesites situated in a tranquil community.\u00a0 You can get away from the traffic, the noise, and living on top of your neighbors while still having the conveniences of living only a few miles miles from Target and Westchester Commons Shopping Center<\/a>.\u00a0 You can have the privacy and space to build your own pool, to let the dog run around, or to have friends over to your beautiful new home, all without worrying about neighbors that limit your freedom.\u00a0<\/em>
\n2. Let’s talk some more about those lot sizes…<\/strong>
\nDrive through any other community in Midlothian, Chesterfield, or Richmond, and you\u2019ll find homesites that average around a quarter of an acre or less. Drive through The Sanctuary, and you\u2019ll see trees, freshly manicured lawns, and plenty of space, with every homesite at least 1-acre. Whether you are looking for something without trees so that there is plenty of space to run around, or you want to be as nestled in the woods as possible, we have the large, private homesites that you\u2019ve been looking for, at a fraction of the cost of other builders in the area.\u00a0 Imagine what you could do with all of that space!\u00a0 Build one of our beautiful courtyards with a built-in grill and fireplace.\u00a0 Enjoy nights under the stars.\u00a0 Swim in your private in-ground pool, or escape the winter in your bubbling Jacuzzi hot tub.\u00a0 Fence in your backyard and let the kids and pets run and play.\u00a0 Build a tree house, install a swing set, or both.\u00a0 Grow your own vegetables in a garden!\u00a0 The list really do go on and on (and on). \u00a0But at the end of the day, this is your space, how would you use it??<\/em>
\n3. Of course it’s always about ‘location, location, location’ when we’re talking real estate. Tell us a little bit about the location of The Sanctuary and what’s nearby.\u00a0<\/strong>
\nThe Sanctuary is located just 2 miles off of the Midlothian Turnpike and adjacent to award-winning Hallsley.\u00a0 The top-rated Midlothian schools are another reason people choose this location, and what’s more, the new Old Hundred Elementary School will be just across the street! \u00a0<\/em>
\nYou\u2019re a quick drive to Mid-Lothian Mines Park<\/a> and Robious Landing Park<\/a>.\u00a0 Get outdoors and kayak in the James River or take a scenic hike.\u00a0 Show your competitive side at Windy Hill Sports Complex<\/a>, which is less than 3 miles away, or enjoy an afternoon of golf at a nearby course. Spend the day shopping for antiques at one of the local shops.\u00a0 Want to head out of town? \u00a0Easy, you\u2019re just 2 miles to Rt 60.\u00a0<\/em>
\n4. With so much happening nearby, what’s your favorite? Any food spots we can’t miss?\u00a0<\/strong>
\nRichmond is obviously a can’t-miss for a fantastic meal, but you don\u2019t have to drive into Richmond if you’re not up for it because we have plenty of delicious restaurants close by. \u00a0Try Bell Greek<\/a> for some delicious, authentic Greek food.\u00a0 My favorite is the Spanakopita.\u00a0 Tazza<\/a> is fresh, tasty, and has a wide variety of options on the menu with inventive ingredients, such as Summer Squash Pizza, Arugula and Goat Cheese Salad, and Smoked Brisket Tacos.\u00a0 If you\u2019re in the mood for Asian cuisine, try Wild Ginger<\/a>.\u00a0 From fresh sushi and kobe beef burgers to vegetarian options like teriyaki tofu, the flavors here are amazing!<\/em>
\n5. Describe The Sanctuary in 3 adjectives:\u00a0<\/strong>
\nSerene<\/em>
\nPrivate\u00a0<\/em>
\nUnforgettable\u00a0<\/em>
\n6. Let’s switch gears and talk industry trends. What are people looking for right now in a home in Richmond?<\/strong>
\nA \u00a0trend that we are definitely seeing is that people are spending more time outdoors as an extension of their home.\u00a0 People are falling in love with our courtyards, which can include a fireplace, built-in grill, and\/or water feature. \u00a0I’m also noticing a lot of people opting for our 2nd<\/sup> story decks and screened in porches. It’s just another way to enjoy your home, both indoors <\/em>and out.\u00a0<\/em>
\n7. In your opinion, what sets a Schell Brothers home apart from other builders?\u00a0<\/strong>
\nOh boy, how much time do you have?? The short answer is that at Schell Brothers, we are on a mission to bring happiness to people and of the ways that we do that is by building a longer-lasting and more energy efficient home that will bring you happiness for years to come.<\/em>
\nBut of course there is a lot<\/strong> that goes in to that, but a few examples of the difference in our construction compared to other builders is that we use 2×6\u2019s instead of 2×4\u2019s in the exterior walls.\u00a0 This allows us to put 63% more insulation in the walls of your home, which makes a huge difference in heating and cooling costs.\u00a0 We also build our homes on site, with California corners.\u00a0 A typical 2×4 corner leaves a pocket in the corner of your house that does not have insulation.\u00a0 Our 2×6 California corners mean that there is insulation from the roof all the way down to the foundation.\u00a0 We use blown-in blanket insulation with a higher R-value than the typical builder.\u00a0 All of our crawl spaces are conditioned and even include sump pumps, to insure moisture stays away from your home.\u00a0 On average we are over 50% more energy efficient than the typical builder.\u00a0 Clearly I could go on and on;)<\/em>
\n8. If you had to pick a favorite floor plan at The Sanctuary, which one would it be and why?\u00a0<\/strong>
\nMy favorite\u00a0plan is The Bridgeport<\/a>.\u00a0 It is incredibly versatile and personally would give me and my family everything that we want and need:\u00a0 two owners suites, one upstairs and one downstairs, the latter of which we would use for out-of-town guests; a screened-in porch off of the dining area, with a deck above coming off of the master bedroom; walk-in closets in every bedroom, including dual walk-in closets in the master; and a huge kitchen open to the great room and dining room that is perfect for entertaining.\u00a0 I also love the open to above great room, perfect for the biggest Christmas tree I can find!<\/em>
\n9. What’s the must-have selection in new homes right now?\u00a0<\/strong>
\nQuartz is definitely making a comeback!\u00a0\u00a0 Granite has been king for a while, but people are loving all of the beautiful varieties of quartz that we offer, and how low maintenance it is. Basements are also a must-have for many people in our area.\u00a0 We have basement options, both finished and unfinished, in every floor plan that we offer!\u00a0 We can even do in-ground basements so you can have both a basement AND a flat yard. \u00a0<\/em>
\n10. Final thoughts?\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>
\nWe are truly so excited to be able to offer the Schell Brothers brand in this market.\u00a0 I personally can\u2019t wait to be a part of showing people the Schell Brothers difference and seeing their dream homes become a reality. \u00a0It may sound cliche but we truly are different, both in the quality and selections in our homes, but also in our state of mind, and I think you’ll notice that difference right away. But hey, see for yourself – stop by and check out what makes us unique!<\/em>
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\nFor more on The Sanctuary, simply click here<\/a>.
\nTo contact Jennifer, reach her at\u00a0(804)\u00a0402-4505<\/a>\u00a0OR visit her at our brand new model home in Palmilla at Magnolia Green, where we’ll be until our model home at The Sanctuary is complete this fall:\u00a07006 Silverthread Drive Moseley, VA 23120<\/span>
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