Discover Value At Brightwater In Huntington Beach

April 1, 2010 - PRLog -- HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA – Spring is definitely in the air. Warmer days and fresh clear air are already inspiring thoughts about living at the beach. For anyone who has been having those thoughts, there is no better value than Brightwater in Huntington Beach.

Brightwater offers a host of advantages that make it the undisputed value leader in coastal living:

* Award-winning home designs
* Exceptional quality
* Walking distance to the beach and Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve
* The last community of its kind along the north coast of Orange County
* Sought-after Huntington Beach location
* No Mello Roos
* Ocean views from many homes
* Prices starting in the low $800,000s

“A new home at Brightwater will give you a case of spring fever that will last all year as well as value that will last a lifetime,” stated Doug Woodyard, vice president of sales and marketing for Hearthside Homes, Brightwater's developer. “So do what more than 25 enthusiastic home buyers have done in the last six months...Spring into action and discover the value of Brightwater today.”

With four impressive neighborhoods — The Trails, The Sands, The Cliffs and The Breakers – Brightwater has something for everyone, from singles and young couples to growing families and mature adults...virtually anyone who has been captivated by the Southern California dream of owning a home at the beach.

The Trails makes a Brightwater address exceptionally attainable with prices starting in the low $800,000s. Stylish two-story residences range from approximately 1,710 to 1,953 square feet, including three to four bedrooms and two and one-half baths plus a two-car garage. The largest plan takes on the added dimension of an optional secluded third-floor loft, and gourmet island kitchens and private courtyards enhance most plans.  

At The Sands, a trio of charming two-story floor plans features living areas measuring approximately 1,927 to 2,161 square feet, including three to four bedrooms and two and one-half to three baths plus a two-car garage. Offering exceptional versatility, the homes boast a variety of room options, which vary by plan. Among them are a quiet den, a spacious bonus room, a master-suite retreat and a bunkroom that’s ideal for two youngsters to share. The Sands is priced from the high $800,000s.

The Cliffs presents elegant two-story residences that encompass four to six bedrooms and three to five baths within approximately 2,724 to 3,590 square feet. Garages feature either a three-car or two-car expanded configuration. Most plans include a bonus room and a private courtyard, and two plans feature a handy prep kitchen in addition to a conventional kitchen. Select locations are also enhanced  by spectacular views of the Bolsa Chica wetlands and the Pacific Ocean. Prices start at $1.3 million.

The Breakers presents Brightwater's largest and most luxurious residences, and many of them take on the added drama of ocean and wetlands views. These magnificent homes span approximately 3,162 to 4,339 square feet, with four to six bedrooms, three and one-half to six baths, plus a three- or four-car garage. Impressive fireplaces warm both the family room and living room in each home, private courtyards invite outdoor living, and bonus rooms or teen rooms expand the dimensions of most plans. Prices begin at $1.65 million.

With the arrival of spring, Brightwater homeowners can look forward months of perfect Southern California weather – the ideal climate for swimming, surfing, sunbathing and sunset strolls along the miles and miles of pristine white beaches that helped earn Huntington Beach the moniker Surf City USA. And just steps from the beach, Huntington Beach's vibrant downtown abounds with shops, restaurants and night life.

Along with surfing, Huntington Beach is a mecca for many other sports and activities. Heading the list are roller blading, skateboarding, beach volleyball, swimming and disc Frisbee golf. Additional attractions include a beautiful 25-acre public equestrian center, Huntington Central Park and the world-renowned Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve.
An added benefit is Huntington Beach's easy driving distance to almost every major Southern California tourist attraction. Disneyland is only 25 minutes away, and Brightwater is also close to more than 30 other well-known local attractions that include Universal Studios, Knott's Berry Farm and The newly renovated Queen Mary.

Home buyers at Brightwater will enjoy years of significant savings because the community has no Mello-Roos taxes and a low property tax rate of only 1.04%.

Brightwater is a distinctive master-planned community by Hearthside Homes that offers a unique opportunity to experience Southern California coastal living at its best. With its prime location in world-famous Huntington Beach, Brightwater is close to the renowned beaches and historic pier that inspired the name Surf City USA. The community encompasses 356 homes in four inviting residential neighborhoods that have been carefully designed to meet a wide range of needs and desires. Many of the homes are enhanced by gorgeous ocean and wetlands views. In addition, 37 acres are being preserved as open space and conservation area. The high-caliber design of Brightwater reflects the extensive experience of Hearthside Homes, which has been a leading developer of new-home neighborhoods since 1994.

Hearthside Homes is committed to staking out a unique philosophy in the building industry by emphasizing homes instead of houses. From the first spadeful of earth through architecture, design and construction to the final details of each sale, the company strives to create communities that perfectly fulfill the lifestyles and dreams of today’s home buyers, from growing families to career-oriented couples to retirees. Hearthside’s first priority is to listen to its customers, and its second priority is to ensure their satisfaction. As a result of this approach, Hearthside Homes has a well-earned reputation both as a quality homebuilder and as a company that has a passion for satisfaction. In short, Hearthside Homes doesn’t just build and sell houses. They help real people buy the homes that are right for them.

Home buyers can keep up to date on all the latest news and goings-on by becoming Brightwater fans on Facebook, where photos, floor plans of the decorated models are featured. To visit the Facebook page, just type Brightwater Huntington Beach in the social networking website's search box.

To discover the value of Brightwater, travel Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) to Warner Avenue. Turn north on Warner Avenue, then right on Brightwater Drive and follow the signs to the models.

From the 405 Freeway, exit Warner, heading towards Huntington Beach then turn left at Bolsa Chica Street or exit Bolsa Chica Street (southbound). Proceed south on Bolsa Chica Street until it ends, turn right on Brightwater Drive and follow the signs to the models.

Models are open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. except Mondays, when hours are noon to 6 p.m. For further information about The Trails, call New Home Counselors Lori Schulte and Luci Ice at 714-846-1105. For information regarding The Sands, call New Home Counselors Robin Gannon and Janis Ruhmann at 714-846-4216. For additional details on The Cliffs and The Breakers, contact New Home Counselors Louise Easton, Joe Schulte and Patrick Loyd at 714-846-6417. Prospective buyers are also encouraged to visit the website at http://brightwaterhb.net.

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Hearthside Homes has a well-earned reputation both as a quality homebuilder and as a company that has a passion for satisfaction. Hearthside Homes doesn’t just build and sell houses, they help real people buy the homes that are right for them.