Built by the widely respected 20th Century Construction, The Villas at Canterwood Farms offers everything right-sizers are looking for in a low maintenance home

By Mary Malik

If you’re an empty nester unsettled by the term “downsizing” or not sure about your next move, 20th Century Construction offers that sweet spot for the next phase of your life.

The decision to leave the home where you raised your family can be overwhelming. While your house is filled with memories, it may also have many unused spaces or is no longer conducive to your needs. The Villas at Canterwood Farms, an Epcon Community by 20th Century Construction, offers everything you’re looking for in a low-maintenance forever home.

Allison Riebe Moore, vice president of sales and marketing for 20th Century Construction, a family-owned-and- operated company focusing on client’s specific needs since 1981, can help you make the right decision.

Mimi: Allison, with all your experience working with clients to build their family homes, why did you take this next step and partner with Epcon Communities?
Allison: We had been hearing from past clients and residents in the community looking for a functional one level living. Epcon has been building homes with empty nesters in mind since 1986. The partnership gives us access to their floor plans that include six different layouts, from 1,400 to 3,000-plus square feet. These are upscale, turnkey homes starting in the upper $400s, with high-end appliances, fixtures and finishes from companies like Moen, Shaw carpet and James Hardie siding. This is convenient low maintenance, functional living for an active, lock-and-leave lifestyle.

Mimi: What are some of the things empty nesters should be thinking about before exploring the idea of building their next homes?
Allison: Many people experience the emotional and stressful task of moving their own parents out of long-term family homes. Once clients see what we offer at Canterwood Farms, and how we address their current and future needs with options like bonus suites, enlarged owners’ bedroom and retrofits to help with physical needs if necessary—plus, an opportunity to socialize with their peers, they get excited about a move.

Mimi: What sets Canterwood Farms apart?
Allison: We call it “rightsizing” because that’s what it is. This is the right home for you right now and for your future because you can age in place here. We cater to an active lifestyle, whether you’re a snowbird only here for a few months, you love to travel and want to just close the door and go, or you’re enjoying family and friends right here in the area and want space for guests and entertaining. You’re tucked away from the fray in a serene, rural setting less than a mile from shopping, restaurants and city access. The clubhouse, outdoor pool and courtyard offer entertaining options and activities for family, friends and neighbors who are or become friends. It’s a hidden gem in this area and a hard-to-find style of living.

Allison says to plan on a six- to eight-month build time, which many buyers find helpful as it gives them time to prepare for the move, but if someone needs something sooner one Mimi reader could be in luck.

“There is one spec house for sale now for a summer move-in,” says Allison. “The Palazzo is a three-bedroom, three-bathroom, 2,300 square-foot home with a sitting room in the owners’ bedroom, four seasons room and a bonus suite.” Call Lisa to schedule a tour.

Canterwood Farms is located at 7479 Canterwood Trail, Concord Township. For more information and to schedule a model home and homesite tour, call Lisa at 440-639-4663.