TOUCHSTONE HOMES' LAUREL BLUFFS: A SITE HOME BUYERS SHOULD SEE Community sales manager Christine Peer believes that new home shoppers owe it to themselves to visit Touchstone Homes' Laurel Bluffs in Hazelwood before committing to a new home purchase elsewhere. "This is definitely a site to see," quipped Peer. Considering the gorgeous homes ready for immediate move-in, with attractive purchase incentives including the option to save $25,000 on one inventory and fabulous savings on two others when sold and closed by year-end; the choice of a free amenity package or no house payments for six months on to be built homes; a brand new floorplan, and spectacular overall scenic beauty, she's right. Perched on a bluff top overlooking the Missouri River Valley, this community of just 47 homes is situated off of Dunn Road minutes from the McDonnell Boulevard exit off Interstate 270. Compliments of this prime address, residents enjoy convenient commutes to workplaces as well as close proximity to a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment, including the sprawling St. Louis Mills Mall shopping center. Everyday community amenities, schools in the Hazelwood West district, churches and parks are also nearby. "We have highway convenience yet the neighborhood has a certain sense of seclusion because we are a bit off the beaten path," added Peer. Another plus this upscale neighborhood has going for it; it is one of the few opportunities longtime residents have to move-up to a newly built home within this favorite St. Louis community. "There has been intense interest among current North County residents as well as St. Charles Countians interested in moving back to this side of the river due to the convenience," she commented. A single street enclave, the homes are nestled back from the street and bracketed by woods and common ground so that each homesite has a view to the scenic surrounds. Bounded on one side by mature trees and panoramic views of the Missouri River bottom lands on the other, Peer noted homeowners are treated to outstanding views year-round because none of the homes back to another homesite. "Laurel Bluffs could be the prettiest development I've seen," she stated. Yet amid all of the natural beauty, the homes may be the best reason for choosing an address at Laurel Bluffs. Three are ready for immediate move-in. A two-story Seneca with savings of $25,000 offers approximately 3000 square feet and 3.5 baths plus inviting spaces arranged for growing families. The main floor includes a large fireside family room, formal living and dining rooms, upgraded kitchen and hearth room with four upstairs bedrooms- each with a walk-in closet, second level laundry and standard loft. Notable amenities include hardwood flooring, an eyebrow arched opening over kitchen sink, transom windows accenting the hearth room, a luxury master suite with coffered ceiling, and upstairs Jack and Jill bath. The fully landscaped home has also been built with a three-car garage and oversized patio just off the family room. Two Bedford plans are also available for quick move-in; one featuring four bedrooms and four three baths, the other a five bedroom, three-bath version. Both of these great room ranch style homes feature nine-foot main floor ceilings, fireplace, a luxurious master suite and a kitchen that will be any chef's delight. Additionally each offers a finished lower level with a wet bar in Rec room, full bath and bedroom or office. Hardwood flooring and upgraded lighting, decks and patios are among the many added amenities built into these Bedford homes. According to Peer, home buyers choosing one of these Bedford homes will also enjoy significant savings when it closes prior to December 31, 2007. Home shoppers selecting "a to-be built" floorplan also have savings options. Peer explained that new homeowners can benefit from either an amenity package valued at $17,000 or choose to skip mortgage payments on their new home for up to six months (visit community for details). Highlights of the free amenity package include 9' first floor ceilings, a luxury master bath, wood burning fireplace and spindle and rail staircase. Shoppers can choose from seven upper end designs-each a favorite among homebuyers,base-priced from the mid $250's. Among the ranch, atrium ranch, 1.5 and two-story versions with main floor master suites, shoppers will find a plan suited to virtually every homebuyer. New to Laurel Bluffs is the Chandler, a brand new family friendly floorplan that is already garnering the attention of new home shoppers. This two-story, steeped in tradition, features a classic T-stair with company-ready living and dining rooms situated off the ample foyer and inviting family spaces including a fireside family room, spacious kitchen and breakfast room clustered together near the frequently used back staircases. Upstairs are three bedrooms plus the master suite with his and her walk-in closets. Also new to Laurel Bluffs are brick and stone front elevations available for each of the featured floorplans in the Touchstone portfolio including the newly released Chandler. "This is not a cookie-cutter subdivision," commented Peer explaining that Touchstone Homes is very careful not to build similar elevations next door or even across the street from one another. Furthermore, Peer explained that every Touchstone home is handcrafted with quality and equipped with an inclusive list of standard amenities. Whirlpool appliances, Kohler fixtures, Andersen wood windows, furniture quality cabinetry, luxury master suites (per plan), walk-in closets (per plan) and details including hardwood entry floors and six panel doors with 3 1/4" colonial casing can be easily spotted. Additionally, Tyvek house wrap, OSB sheathing, fully sodded homesites and a host of energy saving construction features are also utilized. Furthermore, homesites are spacious enough to accommodate three car garages on all two-story plans and some ranch plans (homesite permitting). For more information or to tour the Seneca and Bedford completed homes, or to reserve a homesite, visit Laurel Bluffs or phone Christine Peer at 314-344-0644. From I-270 exit at McDonnell Boulevard north (becomes Howdershell Road) to left on Dunn Road. Homebuyers may also view floorplans at the homebuilder's website at Touchstone Homes LLC