Wednesday, September 2, 2020 / by Rachel Parsons
Never ask, “What should we do today?!” again!
The Villages at Northridge is located in Kennett Square, known for its historic and vibrant downtown, surrounded by lush parks and outdoor experiences, and yet close to major cities and airports for convenience.
Here are 8 ways to spend a day (or more!) while living at The Villages at Northridge:
Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens boasts over 1,000 acres of gardens with 11,000 plant species surrounded by majestic fountains and tailored to all age groups. Featuring unique seasonal exhibits, beautiful walking paths, and plenty of space to explore, Longwood Gardens is the perfect balance of nature, education, and fun for the whole family.
A fan favorite is the Longwood Christmas event, which delights guests with over half a million lights, fountain shows set to holiday music, and carols played live throughout the gardens.
Historic Kennett Square
You don’t have to be a history buff to appreciate all the Kennett Sq; ...
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Monday, July 20, 2020 / by Rachel Parsons
There are certain simple pleasures in this life, like a day at the beach and time spent with family. Fortunately, experts are advising that many of our favorite summer activities are still safe as long as we wear masks as needed and keep a small circle.
Here are 4 fun summer activities you can enjoy while social distancing!
TAKE A BEACH TRIP
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that there’s nothing like the Delaware Beaches! Local beaches in Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey are open with limited restrictions. Most attractions and activities are open and operating, ensuring that you can still have fun in the sun this summer!
GET A DAY PASS TO A LOCAL POOL
Public and family pools with capacity limits are a great option this summer and affordable for the whole family! Enjoy a day at delswimfit for just $10 per person. For added precaution, experts advise bringing snacks, drinks, and sanitizer for the family, and; ...
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Thursday, July 16, 2020 / by Rachel Parsons
As inventory of homes for sale continues to shrink and preferences shift, many buyers are considering buying new construction.
Here are three big reasons to consider buying new construction in 2020:
DESIGN YOUR SPACE
Customize more than just your window treatments! When you buy a new construction home, you have the opportunity to design a home that works for you and your lifestyle. Choose a floor plan that complements how you use your home, select features that’ll get the most use, and design each element with your vision in mind!
As more and more people are transitioning to work from home for the foreseeable future, a home that fits your lifestyle is more important than ever. A designated home office for peace and quiet while working from home, a larger kitchen for more home-cooked meals, and a better outdoor space are just some of the features that have become more important than ever.
INVENTORY
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Thursday, July 16, 2020 / by Rachel Parsons
2020 has caused arguably some of the biggest shifts in recent history – from where we work to how we shop to many other aspects of our lives. Not surprisingly, this has caused a significant change in what buyers are looking for in their greatest investment: a home.
Here are the top 5 new must haves on buyers’ lists:
HOME OFFICE
With many companies shifting to allow employees to work from home for the foreseeable future, the home office has become a holy grail, especially for working parents. Additional privacy and a separation between work and home life are just two of many reasons a home office has become such a priority in 2020.
Many buyers are also adding smart features to their wish list to make working from home a bit easier. These include Alexa commanded outlets and light switches, smart thermostats to adjust the temperature from your cell phone, and other techy features.
HOME GYM
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Tuesday, March 24, 2020 / by Rachel Parsons
We could all use a little extra happiness right now! And even better, they don't require leaving your home.
1. Give the gift of a break from cooking! The UberEats app will deliver to any address you enter – make someone’s night and have their favorite meal delivered straight to their doorstep. You can even request that the delivery driver leaves the food at the door to minimize contact!
2. Catch some unexpected smiles by decorating your windows, fence, or driveway with encouraging words and joyful scenes! Here are a couple fun ideas that will entertain kids too! Whiteboard markers, colorful paper cutouts, and poster board are all easy ways to decorate the windows – and bonus, whiteboard markers will erase from glass with ease! Get creative with fence decorations – use streamers or cans to write a fun message or add birdhouses and planters to add a little color. Who says chalk is for kids?! With the spring weather approaching quickly, spend some tim ...
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