Treasure Jan/Feb 2023

The most exciting growth and expansion of Flowers Crossroads is starting to happen! The Waterfront District, which will be located on the future NorthEast Flowers Parkway, is currently in the planning stage. This neourbanism section will host a variety of amazing businesses including waterfront restaurants, a tavern, hotel, condos, and other mixed-use locations. Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest developments as they happen!

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NEW HOME NEIGHBORHOODS

MODELS ON-SITE TO VIEW

SINGLE-FAMILY

COPPER

RIDGE - TRUE HOMES

Floors plans available from 1,680 to 3,643 sq ft with 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2.5 to 4.5 baths. Call Celina Hill at 609-634-3199 or Lauren Hemingway at 704-421-8855 for current pricing.

BEDFORD - MATTAMY HOMES

This neighborhood features floor plans from 2,230 to 3,000+ sq ft with 3 to 6 bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 baths. Call Jamie Matala at 919-314-7564 or Stephanie Vidal at 919-697-9044 for current pricing.

FORREST - MERITAGE HOMES

This neighborhood features floor plans from 1,658 to 2,697 sq ft with 3 to 4 bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 baths. Call 1-855-632-0076 for more information. Only a few homes remaining. Move-In Ready!

TOWNHOMES

THE CROSSINGS - TRUE HOMES

The Elon floor plan is 2,262 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a 2-car garage. The Longfield floor plan is 1,762 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a 1-car garage. Contact Celina Hill at 609-634-3199 or Lauren Hemingway at 704-421-8855.

SINGLE-FAMILY & TOWNHOMES

WHITLEY CORNER - DRB HOMES

Single Family Floor plans from 1600–2000 sq ft Townhomes – Offering two different plans (one has a first floor owner’s suite.) For more information please call Lenka Ruzickova at 919-264-1153 or Kidd Bottomley at 919-747-1087.

Bedford

Whitley Corner Single-Family Home

Whitley Corner Townhome (interior)

The Crossings

Copper Ridge

SOLD OUT

Single and Looking to Relocate? This is for You!

By Jane Cullinane, Ideal Living (Edited for Flowers Plantation)

More than 45% of Americans in their 50s and 60s are single. A planned community is a solid option to consider when relocating. People who relocate are looking for connectivity, activity, security, and livability. Planned communities nicely fit the bill.

Single, unmarried, never married, solo agers, divorced, widowed, elder orphans, unpartnered, or "conscious uncoupling" (the phrase Gwyneth Paltrow made famous when she and Chris Martin ended their relationship), there are many ways to describe variations of this huge, powerful, growing, and (frankly) often neglected demographic. The numbers are quite telling. According to the Census Bureau (2021):

• Almost half of all adults (48.2%) are single

• More than 45 percent of adults in their 50s and 60s are single • 37 million American adults (28.5%) live alone

These percentages continue to increase among this influential group. According to researchers, the rise in singles is a combination of factors, including not “needing” or “wanting” a spouse, women becoming more financially confident, the shrinking wage gap between women and men, couples not willing to remain in an unsatisfying or unhealthy relationship, longer lifespans, marrying later, divorcing more often, or simply preferring to be single. I call the rise in the numbers of singles a consequence of “The Five Ds”: Death of a spouse, Divorce, Delayed marriage, Dumped (or doing the dumping), and/or simply Don’t want to be married.

Relocation

Traditionally, the typical trajectory for single adults was to move to a city, where they would often rent and search for other singles. But, that model is changing. According to the National Association of Realtors, singles now comprise 28% of all home buyers (19% are single women, and 9% are single men). Singles want to live in a community with lots of amenities, an environment that makes it just about impossible

NOT to be active physically and mentally, to be involved, to be social, to meet others, and to grow as a person. With homeowners invested financially, socially, and emotionally in a community, residents tend to age in place and create lifelong relationships. As proof, take a look at some of the older planned communities.

Ones that were formed in the early 1980s, for example, now have an average resident age in the 70s, a testament to the success of living in a well-designed community with desirable amenities and a mixture of housing styles that fit a variety of budgets. People want to age in place, so I suggest you consider a community that is still growing, so you can “mature” along with the community and the residents. Singles, particularly single women, are often attracted by the safety and security of planned communities, as they are often gated and frequently have security personnel and neighborhood patrols for added peace of mind. Most planned communities with a Homeowner Association (HOA) have guidelines to ensure an attractive neighborhood by providing architectural guidelines, landscaping requirements, and rules that might preclude, for example, boats or RVs parked in driveways.

A huge draw of planned communities is the abundance of activities, including pickleball, tennis, golf, pools, biking/ hiking/walking paths, book clubs, arranged outings, gyms, restaurants, exercise classes, guest speakers, etc. Often, all you have to do is show up and/or sign up, because there is often an activity director coordinating the options. This makes it easy to be and stay active—and to participate and meet others—whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert. Older singles should also consider a planned community. As the number of singles increases over time, those who

become newly single often look to create new friendships as their social circle changes. Or, for both companionship and cost-effectiveness, share a residence with someone like Kevin does with his divorced brother, Regina does with her sister, and Joanne does with a lifelong friend from college. “Where you

live affects how you live” may be the tagline of Ideal-LIVING, but it’s more than just that. The National Institute on Aging equates the effects of loneliness to smoking 15 cigarettes a day and potentially shortening one’s lifespan by up to 15 years. When considering relocating, in addition to evaluating

factors like climate, cost of living, taxes, availability of health care, proximity to airports, shopping, etc., consider opportunities for “connecting.” And, of course, if you have like-minded friends and/or family, the more, the merrier,so bring them with you!

Mindy's Story

Mindy Delcher and her husband relocated from Pennsylvania to Flowers Plantation in Clayton, just outside of Raleigh, NC, so they could live closer to their son and his family. They enjoyed living in their Flowers Plantation home, along with the community’s many amenities and proximity to Raleigh. When her husband passed away about two years ago, Mindy decided she no longer wanted to maintain her twostory home and large, heavily treed yard. She decided to stay within the Flowers Plantation area, though, in order to remain close to family, so she relocated to a 55+ neighborhood within the community about four and a half miles away from her previous residence. She made the move several months ago, and loves her single-level home with its smaller, maintained lot. Mindy cherishes and maintains the friendships she made in her former neighborhood in Flowers Plantation. And, the resident-run social committee in her new community enables her to easily meet new people. Mindy points out that there are lots of recreational and educational opportunities, as well as beautiful walking trails, but it’s really the people who make a place special. In fact, it’s how she was introduced to the man she is now dating—through a “Table for Six” get-together of dinner and conversation organized by her new neighbors. Mindy’s community fits her active lifestyle and is filled with friendship and support. The number of singles is on the upswing, and the trend of singles purchasing homes in planned communities is expected to continue and accelerate.

A TOUCH OF ITALIAN HERITAGE

If you have visited the Flowers Crossroads area recently, you’ve probably noticed the new building under construction along Flowers Commerce Drive across from McDonalds. You might have even seen the buzz on social media, with everyone asking, “What is being built beside Don Beto’s?” The site of new construction in the commercial area definitely brings curiosity and excitement, especially for those wishing for a new restaurant in the community.

Flowers Crossroads is thrilled to announce that the owners/ founders of Don Beto’s are working to make that wish a reality. Orlando Marín, one of the co-owners, recognized the need for another option for a family friendly restaurant where residents can relax and enjoy a good meal. Together, with co-founder Marco Flores, it was decided that a true Italian café would be a perfect fit. With roots based in New York, and a touch of Italian heritage, Orlando will bring an authentic touch to the new eatery, while the Flores family brings their restaurant expertise and successful business strategy.

When asked what this new venture would be named, both men smiled and said there was an interesting story behind the name they had chosen. It was already quite the coincidence

that the Flores family (Flores being “flowers” in Spanish) were part of the Flowers Crossroads establishment, so they decided to build upon that link by naming the restaurant Fiores, the Italian word for flowers.

Fiores will offer the classic Italian salads and dishes, with an antipasto selection. Other options will include steak and seafood platters and, of course, a favorable kid’s menu. Dessert will consist of your traditional Italian sweets including tiramisu and cannoli. Weekend specials will be hand selected by the chef and offer some unique options. Like Don Beto’s, an exclusive wine selection will be created just for the restaurant to compliment each meal, and a full-service bar will be available.

The question sure to be on everyone’s mind…when will Fiores open? While it is still early in the building process and exact dates can’t be guaranteed, a goal has been set for late fall 2023. Both Orlando and the Flores family expressed great enthusiasm for this new project and feel very blessed to have been welcomed so warmly by the community. Don Beto’s has been a tremendous success, and Fiores will most definitely be another hit for Flowers Crossroads.

Flowers Plantation is excited to announce the opening of another new business for the community, Fiores.

VA I LE NT NE

OPEN HOUSE EVENT SERIES

2023 will be a year of monthly “Meet and Greet” your neighbors. It is important to us for new residents to know their neighbors!

You will know your invitation date through an email to you! Be certain you send your email address to: Info@FlowersPlantation.com

TACO BELL RIBBON CUTTING

Flowers Plantation is excited to announce the opening of another new business for the community, Taco Bell.

The restaurant opened its doors on Tuesday, December 20thafter a small ribbon cutting ceremony. Several people were eagerly waiting at the doors to be the first official customers! It has been obvious by the lines in the drive-thru and the crowded parking lot, that the business has been warmly received by the community and surrounding area. The Taco Bell location at Flowers Crossroads is owned and operated by Luihn VantEdge Partners, LLC (LVE). They pride themselves on being dedicated to product quality in a family atmosphere. LVE is a franchisee of Yum! Brands and currently operates more than 185 restaurants in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Florida and Arizona and employees over 5000 talented staff members. Store Manager, Brandy Moore, said their location will have approximately 47 team members and was proud to boast about the quality of workers that she will get to work with at Flowers Crossroads. Marketing Coordinator for LVE, Teresa Eberwein, has close ties to the community and was happily greeting new customers as they arrived. She announced, “LVE Partners is proud to be

part of the Flowers Community in Clayton with their latest Taco Bell restaurant opening located near the Publix.” Flowers Plantation is also proud to welcome them as a new addition to Flowers Crossroads and wishes them great success!

A Brief History of Our Bedford Neighborhood

The Flowers declarant has followed the tradition of naming neighborhoods that reflect its’ rich history. Cottonfield Village on the west end was in the 1950’s planted in Cotton; Walker Woods was named for the famous Walker hounds owned by Mr. Flowers. Many awards and trophies are included in the memo aphelia which will be soon on display in a new mixed use area, named North Waterfront District.

Mr. Bedford Bailey, was a local friend of Mr. and Mrs. Flowers from the 1950’s. He was a tall, dark haired astute gentleman with a gentle, friendly attitude to everyone. We are proud to have this community named in his honor.

Our Bedford neighborhood is filled with quick move-in homes. With a total of 190 lots, we still have 36 remaining lots and 17 homes for sale in the sub-division. Below are photos of a few move-in ready homes, if you would like to see a full list of available homes and pricing information visit Mattamy Homes website: www.MattamyHomes.com

GAINES

Homesite #128

Homesite

This floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Home includes a study, additional bedroom upstairs and a 1st floor owner's suite.

301 Mallard Loop Lane

256 Mallard Loop Lane

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IS BUILT ONE HOME AT A TIME

At Mattamy, we strive to give you the best experience during every stage of the home-buying process. Throughout the years, we have earned many awards for customer satisfaction. So whether this is your first home or you’re an experienced homeowner, you can expect a high level of satisfaction in the sales, construction, and warranty process.

COPPER RIDGE & THE CROSSINGS

RILEY CONTEMPORARY

Lot 18: $499,900

3,153 SF | 5 beds, 4 baths

This home features private study, spacious gourmet kitchen overlooking bright great room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, as well as 5th bedroom on main level. It also includes a screened porch off the kitchen area and backs up to a tree line. Second floor Owner's Suite offers a tile shower, garden tub, dual sink vanity, and spacious walk in closet. Secondary bedrooms with another en suite and jack and jill bath, laundry room, and bonus room on the second floor!

Move in Ready!

COPPER RIDGE

TO BE BUILT

Lot 73: $349,900

We are offering client build opportunities starting at 1,690 to over 4,000 square feet. 11 different floorplans with different lifestyle options as well as structural and design studio options to customize. Lot backs up to a tree line. Build timeframe is between 6-9 months.

Copper Ridge at Flowers Plantation features our Elements collection of homes with 330 total homesites. Copper Ridge offers walking distance access to businesses like Harris Teeter, Publix, CVS Pharmacy, UNC Healthcare, YMCA, and many more.

Coastal Credit Union Music Park

Knightdale Commons

Triangle Town Center

Crabtree Valley Mall

RALEIGH-DURHAM INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT WILLIAM B. UMSTEAD STATE PARK

PNC Arena Fenton Beautiful Homes Within Reach Flowersplantation.com info@flowersplantation.com