Grading Underway for New Townhome Neighborhood in Coastal San Diego's Carmel Country Highlands Master-planned Community

    SAN DIEGO, CA, September 18, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Grading is underway at Highlands Village, a new neighborhood of resort-style townhomes by Pardee Homes (www.pardeehomes.com). Located in coastal North San Diego County in master-planned Carmel Country Highlands, Highlands Village is anticipated to open for sale in early 2010.

The new neighborhood will feature energy-efficient, two-story townhomes and the company's exclusive LivingSmart package of energy saving features and options.

As currently envisioned, Highlands Village will consist of 167 versatile townhomes in a selection of five floor plans with two to four bedrooms, two and one-half baths, attached garages and lofts in some plans. Square footage will range from approximately 1,274 to 2,044 square feet.

Homeowners at Highlands Village will enjoy the luxury of their own private clubhouse with a swimming pool, spa, fitness facility, media room, game room, and kid's play area. The beautiful clubhouse will also have a full kitchen and great room, ideal for parties, and include two private guest units available for rent to guests of homeowners.

This exciting collection of two-story townhomes will offer convenient living and a number of design options including fireplaces and a bedroom versus loft option in some plans. Fully-equipped kitchens, luxurious master baths and Pardee's LivingSmart package of standard and optional measures that boost energy efficiency, save water and improve indoor air quality make Highlands Village an exciting new home choice in the coveted coastal Carmel Country Highlands community overlooking Carmel Valley.

Comprising more than 800 acres, Pardee's master-planned community of Carmel Country Highlands is perched high atop a breathtaking ridge in San Diego's North County. The community overlooks nearby horse trails, open space and preserved open hills, all of which unfold around a number of close-knit neighborhoods. Premier schools, convenient shopping, beautiful beaches and a variety of other nearby amenities in the Carmel Valley area make Carmel Country Highlands an ideal choice for today's savvy homebuyer.

Established in 1921, Pardee Homes is active in California's San Diego, Inland Empire and Los Angeles/Ventura markets, and in Las Vegas. The company emphasizes master-planned communities that include schools, parks and open space, and is noted for quality construction, customer service and dedication to the educational and civic goals of the communities in which it builds.

For more information about Pardee Homes and Highlands Village please visit www.pardeehomes.com.

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