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Life in Wendell Falls

Life in Wendell Falls. If you’re looking for more than just a home, you’ve found it. If you’re looking for a community in the truest sense of the word, look no further. If you’re looking for a place to call home that has everything you could possible wish for within an arm’s reach, welcome to Wendell Falls.

Now my perspective is unique. Yes, I am a new home consultant with Homes By Dickerson but I was a Wendell Falls resident first. Two years ago, my wife and I were looking for a new home community. We had a 2-year-old daughter, we were expecting our son any day and we had a really big dog.  We were busting out of our townhome. Like busting. #NeedSpaceNow
Oh yeah, and there was some serious 9 months pregnancy nesting happening.

We did what I imagine many new home customers would do that consider themselves “city people”.  We looked for a new home in our price range everywhere in Raleigh but found almost nothing that would work for us. Yet it was important that we stay close to downtown Raleigh. So, we started to look South. Nothing. And West. Nope. And North. Definitely nope. Zilch. And it wasn’t until a friend suggested we look East that we stumbled, almost literally, upon Wendell Falls.

I had really never been East of Raleigh but we were blown away to discover that it had almost everything we were looking for in a new home community and what it lacked is now under development and on the way. Even though it had all of the things that were important to us (close distance to downtown Raleigh but with a quaint small town feel; outdoor amenities like hiking/biking trails, a pool, amphitheater for outdoor music, etc.; a brand new home that we could afford), it wasn’t until we actually spent some time in Wendell Falls that we decided to call it home. #LifeinWendellFalls



Here is what we did. Every Sunday we would hang out at The Farmhouse, more specifically Grounds Café, like we lived here. We would come out, let our daughter play on the playground while we sipped on some of the best coffee we’ve ever tasted. We did the “Resident for a Day” program, swam in the pool and enjoyed a delicious lunch. We would get to know the people that already lived in the neighborhood and tell them we were thinking of moving here. Funny thing, we met SO MANY people that were doing just what we were doing. Some of our closest friends in the neighborhood came from those initial visits. We drove and timed the drive to downtown Raleigh. 18 minutes BTW if you drive like me. And what was probably most fun was coming out to enjoy ourselves at the Farmhouse Jams Summer Concert Series. They say “The music is free but it’s B.Y.O.C (bring your own chair).” So that’s what we did. And. It. Was. Awesome. Food, fun, music, beverages, kids’ games, adult games, sunshine. It is what sealed the deal for us.

As a side note, the next Farmhouse Jams is coming up at 5:30 pm on September 8th, (which happens to be my birthday FYI) and features JOHNNY FOLSOM 4, a Johnny Cash cover band. You’re welcome.

If you’re thinking about life in Wendell Falls, come test it out and have some fun with us. If Wendell Falls hadn’t yet made your radar, I hope it is on there now and that you’ll join us for some fun and community.

Ok, now I will use my sales person voice.
For more information on the lifestyle, amenities or our custom, high-performance homes in Wendell Falls, please email me at Chuck@HomesByDickerson.com or call me at 919-986-2692.  Of course, you can always come and visit our beautiful model home at 1816 Iron Mill Drive, here in Wendell.  Would love to help you find “The Home of Your Life!”

The Home of Your Life! The Wild Poppy in Wendell Falls!

The Home of Your Life! The Wild Poppy in Wendell Falls!

The Wild Poppy in Wendell Falls is simply charming!  A sweet southern front porch and red door welcomes you into the almost 3000 square foot design which features a first floor guest suite and gorgeous wooded views!  Enjoy a formal dining/study area which leads through a butler’s pantry and into an open living space with a gourmet kitchen, cozy family room and an abundance of beautiful, large windows.  Journey up the hand-stained staircase where you will find a sizable master suite, two secondary bedrooms and a convenient bonus room.

Foyer  Butlers Pantry  Dining Room  Kitchen  Living Room  Living Room 2  019_Master Bath  Bonus Room The charm of this home extends to its outdoor living space as well!  Enjoy dinner or drinks on your lovely screen porch while you enjoy your backyard with its wooded views and grill pad.  Take a stroll from your cul-de-sac homesite to the many different parks, nature trails and of course to The Falls!Screen Porch  Back Exterior

Come tour the beautiful Wild Poppy and see all that this high-performance, green certified home can offer you and your family!  Do not forget to visit The Farmhouse where you can sit by the pool or grab a snack at the quaint Grounds Cafe!

For more information on how you can make The Wild Poppy “The Home of YOUR Life!”, please contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@homesbydickerson.com

Wendell Falls:: The Wild Poppy
1740 Drift Falls Lane, Wendell, NC
To view the virtual tour, please click here.
4 bedrooms, 3.0 baths
2835 square feet
Homesite 29-MLS #2075894
$375,000

Kickoff the Holiday Season with Homes by Dickerson at Wendell Falls!

Kickoff the Holiday Season with Homes by Dickerson at Wendell Falls!

Certain stores may have had their holiday decor up for a month or two by this time, but we all know the season has started when The Hallmark Channel begins their countdown to Christmas!  So, in honor of this very special time of year, Homes by Dickerson is hosting its first annual Holiday Kickoff event at The Wendell Falls Farmhouse!  Come get the scoop on party planning, entertaining, decorating and so much more!  Sample delicious appetizers made right in front of you by a personal chef. Visit Grounds Cafe for delicious coffees and beverages. Watch our design team create beautiful holiday decor!  We will also be giving away a $250 VISA Gift card to start your shopping ventures!  This is the perfect time to tour our move-in ready homes and experience the charming amenities in award-winning Wendell Falls (don’t forget to ask us about our Red Ribbon Package Event!).

Join us Thursday, November 17th from 4pm-7pm at The Wendell Falls Farmhouse!  Please RSVP to Julia by November 14th if you plan to attend: Julia@HomesbyDickerson.com or 919-260-7225

We hope to see you there!

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Do not miss the Wendell Falls Open House this weekend!

Do not miss the Wendell Falls Open House this weekend!

Come visit our side of the Triangle this weekend during the exclusive Wendell Falls Open House!  Grab a cup of gourmet coffee from Grounds Café, enjoy the fireplace and scenic views from The Farmhouse, tour our beautiful custom-built, high-performance homes and ask us how you can receive $5000 to use as you choose!*

Sydney    Susan
Sydney Smith                                        Susan Ferdon
919-987-0900                                        919-986-2692
Sydney@HomesbyDickerson.com        Susan@HomesbyDickerson.com

Meet with Sydney and Susan, our dedicated sales team, who can show you the benefits and luxuries of living in a Homes by Dickerson design.

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You also do not want to miss the chance to walk through our decorated model homes-The Franklin and The Oberlin!
Whether you are looking to build from the ground up or would like a move-in ready opportunity, discover how you can make one of our amazing homes “The Home of Your Life!”

WF Open House Flyer front page, 2016

*$5000 to use as you choose offer good on select homes that are under contract by April 30, 2016 and close by June 30, 2016.  See Sales Agent for details.