More than 200 Home Shoppers Tour Hampton Lane on Grand Opening Day; New San Diego Neighborhood by Pardee Homes a Hit with Home Buyers

    SAN DIEGO, CA, June 05, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Home shoppers were out in force to see Pardee Homes' Hampton Lane in the Pacific Highlands Ranch master planned community for the grand opening. More than 200 people toured this brand new neighborhood, inspired by coastal cottage, Napa Valley, Spanish and California traditional design, to be among the first to see the three models homes.

"The outlook is fabulous for Hampton Lane," said Rachel Collins, director of sales for Pardee Homes. "We are thrilled with the public's reaction and anticipate a second phase release by the end of June. The combination of energy-efficient features, a coveted coastal-close location and the engaging architectural design by Bassenian Lagoni equals a fresh new look for this community."

This exceptional neighborhood of four bedroom, three-bath homes includes three floor plans with rear entry, two-bay plus workshop garages and charming great room layouts in two plans. All homes have front porch entries, welcoming archways and versatile side courtyards. Hampton Lane is priced from the low $700,000s with square footage ranging from approximately 2,390 to 2,630 square feet.

Impressive interiors boast gas fireplaces, interior architectural arches and dramatic open spaces, and elegant master bedroom suites with generous wardrobes. The gourmet kitchens have slab granite countertops, large, convenient preparation islands, solid maple cabinetry and General Electric and GE Profile mix stainless steel appliance packages. Exteriors feature four distinct styles of architecture, concrete tile roofs, architecturally-specified stone, brick and siding accents, and front yard landscaping is included.

Located in North San Diego County off Carmel Valley Road in Carmel Valley, Hampton Lane has been designed for today's energy-conscious homebuyers by incorporating an array of standard and optional measures that boost energy efficiency, help reduce water consumption and improve indoor air quality in a new home.

"Pardee's LivingSmart brand will offer added value to the homes at Hampton Lane, providing homeowners with lower energy and water bills, healthier indoor air and greater indoor comfort," added Collins. "With LivingSmart, energy efficiency exceeds California's Title 24 criteria. Water-thrifty appliances, plumbing, the use of low VOC (volatile organic compound) materials and sustainably farmed lumber are among the LivingSmart standards. Buyers can also add such features as photovoltaic systems for in-home solar power, whole house water filtration, and tankless water heaters."

In addition to appealing to today's savvy, energy conscious buyer, Hampton Lane is sure to appeal to anyone seeking a traditionally styled home built in a great neighborhood that includes highly rated schools, nearby shopping, services and easy access to all of San Diego. The master-planned Pacific Highlands Ranch community offers residents access to the Pacific Highlands Ranch Recreation Center, a resort-style retreat featuring an elegant clubhouse, swimming pool, spa, fitness center, barbecues, and children's water play area.

Hampton Lane is currently served by schools in the highly rated Solana Beach School District and San Dieguito Union High School District.

For more information about Hampton Lane visit WWW.HAMPTONBYPARDEE.COM or call (858) 509-3901. To reach Hampton Lane from I-56, exit at Carmel Valley Road and go north. Turn left on Lopelia Meadows Place and follow the signs to the models.

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