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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.

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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!”

Join us at the Wendell Falls Spring Open House Tour-You will be “Berry” happy you did so!

Join us at the Wendell Falls Spring Open House Tour-You will be “Berry” happy you did so!

Sometimes North Carolina weather makes it hard to remember what season we are in or what is coming up but our exciting reminder for the day is that Spring will be here next month!  Carolina blue skies, cool breezes, and budding blooms will all be the norm very soon and I cannot think of a better place to kick off the celebration than Wendell Falls.  There is something truly special about this community.  Whether it is the gathering mentality at The Farmhouse, the opportunity to grab a quick bite at Grounds Cafe, the wooded views, or the calming sound of the Falls, I am not entirely sure.  I like to think that it is a pleasant combination of all of the above.  Whatever the attraction, we encourage you to spend the day with us at The Wendell Falls Spring Open House Tour coming up on Saturday, March 10th from 12pm-5pm.   Not only will you have the opportunity to tour our model homes and our move-in ready homes but you can experience life in this fantastic community!

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Homes By Dickerson will be hosting a “Pick Your Own” Strawberry Patch at our model home: 1816 Iron Mill Drive, Wendell, NC.  Grab one of our tin pails and fill it with NC grown strawberries!  Just like you want to choose your own fresh produce, you want to choose your own home design and custom features!  After visiting our strawberry patch, tour our homes and see what a true custom builder can do for you.  For more information on how you can choose “The Home of YOUR Life!” with Homes By Dickerson, please contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@homesbydickerson.com

You will be “berry” happy you came to Wendell Falls!

Wendell Falls Sip and Shop!

Wendell Falls Sip and Shop!

Join us for the 2nd annual “Sip and Shop” event at Wendell Falls on Saturday, December 9th from 2-5pm.  This will be a holiday experience that you will not forget as you stroll down Model Home Row, shopping local vendors and enjoying delicious coffee, wine and beer to get you into the Holiday Spirit!  You will want to be sure to visit our Franklin and Oberlin models on Iron Mill Drive, both of which will be festively decorated for the upcoming Season and hosting incredible Wendell craft makers such as KC Candleworks!

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But most importantly, ask how you can participate in Homes By Dickerson’s “Sip and Shop” promotion to receive a special Holiday Treat after touring two of our move-in ready homes:

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Wendell Falls: The Concord Farmhouse-2017 GOLD PARADE WINNER!
1621 Cascade Falls Lane, Wendell
To view this tour, please click here.
3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
3200 square feet
Homesite 154-MLS#2141676
$500,00

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Wendell Falls: The Emerson Cottage-BASEMENT!
508 Batson Creek Circle, Wendell
To view this tour, please click here.
4 bedrooms, 3.0 baths
2796 square feet
Homesite 182-MLS#2108435
$450,000

Take advantage of this opportunity to get ahead with your Holiday Shopping while touring one of the most beautiful communities in Wake County.  High-performance custom designs from Homes By Dickerson, fantastic amenities, breathtaking views, and new neighbors are waiting to embrace you into the neighborhood so come discover The Home of Your Life in Wendell Falls today!

For more information on any of our pre-sale or move-in ready homes in the Wendell Falls Community, please contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@HomesByDickerson.com

 

 

 

 

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

New Move-In Ready Home of the Week:: The Franklin in Wendell Falls!

New Move-In Ready Home of the Week:: The Franklin in Wendell Falls!

Nestled inside one of The Triangle’s newest communities, Wendell Falls, the Franklin design boasts 4 stunning bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. This ranch-style plan offers main floor living with additional space upstairs for guests or family members.  After entering through the covered porch, you will find yourself instantly relaxed by the neutral tones of the gray interior walls and the dark walnut hardwood floors. Enjoy a family dinner in the versatile dining room which has a spectacular view of the community’s streetscape and is convenient to the kitchen via the butler’s pantry. The gorgeous kitchen creates a beautiful juxtaposition with its black granite counter tops and white cabinets, just waiting to soak up incredible aromas and endless memories. An open living room, flooded with natural light, gives you endless decorating possibilities, along with a fireplace to curl up by during the winter. The first-floor master suite comes complete with a huge walk in closet, garden tub, and dual vanities while the guest suite, also found on the first-floor, provides much needed space and privacy. The second floor consists of a two more bedrooms and full bath, along with a generous and open recreation room, perfect for Friday night movies or rainy day activities. There is no doubt that your house will be the go-to place for summer festivities with your screened porch and the endless amenities that come with living in Wendell Falls but the most incredible feature of this home is the gorgeous backyard view of the walking trails and the natural falls for which the community was named.  It is not hard to imagine the beautiful sunrises and peaceful evenings you will experience in this custom-built home!

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For more information on The Franklin, or any of other high-performance green homes in The Triangle, please contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@homesbydickerson.com

Also, do not forget to ask us how you can receive $5000 to use as you choose towards The Home of Your Life in Wendell Falls!

WF Open House Flyer front page, 2016

Wendell Falls:: The Franklin
1724 Drift Falls Lane, Wendell, NC
To view our virtual tour, please click here.
4 bedrooms, 3.0 baths
3058 square feet
Homesite 33-MLS # 2028404
$419,900

“Live. Work. Play” at Wendell Falls! Open House this weekend!

“Live. Work. Play” at Wendell Falls! Open House this weekend!

Those who were able to attend the first weekend of the Wendell Falls Open House (our “Live” weekend) had the opportunity to learn about the latest design trends and tips from our award-winning design team.  We are now revving up for our “Work”-themed weekend which will focus on all of the included and upgraded technology options you can include in “The Home of Your Life!”
Join us this weekend, March 5th and 6th, to see live demonstrations of some of our innovative technological features.  You will also have the opportunity to partake of our “Refueling Station and ‘App’etizers!” as well as the chance to enter for an Amazon gift card-a perfect complement to the Amazon Echo which Newland Communities will be giving away at The Farmhouse!
You do not want to miss seeing our move-in ready homes and enjoying the beautiful weather that is forecasted for this weekend!  Grab a sweet treat at Grounds Café while next to the scenic view of the lake and Farmhouse amenities, walk the winding nature trails through the community, and visit charming Downtown Wendell.  There are plenty of activities and things to do whether you want to make an afternoon, a day or a full weekend out of your experience!  We look forward to seeing you there!

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Also, do not forget to ask us how you can receive “$5000 to use as you choose”* on “The Home of Your Life” at Wendell Falls!

For more information on Wendell Falls or any of our move-in ready homes, please contact us 919-917-3132 or info@homesbydickerson.com

WF Open House Flyer front page, 2016

*Offer good on select homes that are under contract by April 30, 2016 and close by June 30, 2016. See Sales Agent for details.