Active Lifestyle Communities Announces Strong Sales at Soleil Laurel Canyon

May 5, 2011 - PRLog -- Canton, Ga. -- Active Lifestyle Communities (ALC) announces it closed eight homes and wrote nine contracts during the first quarter of 2011 at Soleil Laurel Canyon, its 330-acre, resort-inspired, active adult community in Canton, Ga. These figures are a dramatic improvement over the first quarter of 2010.

"Despite a turbulent economy, we are still seeing many active adults interested in purchasing at Soleil, "said Evan Cramer, development manager of Active Lifestyle Communities. "We attribute that to the quality construction of our homes and the wonderful amenities in place. Many are also relocating to the Atlanta area to be closer to their children and grandchildren. If the last few months are any indication of where the market is heading, we are very excited about the rest of 2011."

While Soleil is a retirement community restricted to those 55+ in age, residents live independently in homes that range from 1,500 to almost 3,000 square feet and are priced between $200,000 and the high $400,000s. Yard maintenance, a 24-hour staffed security gatehouse, and home security monitoring are included in the association fees. This environment, which also includes a clubhouse with heated indoor saline pool, billiards parlor, gourmet teaching kitchen, fitness center and aerobics studio, library, two card rooms and an arts and crafts studio, is why Cramer says Soleil is truly one of Atlanta's best retirement communities. A performing arts center, outdoor amphitheatre, outdoor lagoon-style pool, six clay tennis courts, full-time tennis pro, walking trails, a greenhouse and neighboring golf course round out the long list of amenities.

With more than 50 social clubs to choose from including Les Marmitons men's gourmet cooking club and the Laurel Canyon Garden Club, there is sure to be an activity that meets each resident's interest. Regularly scheduled activities including Friday night movie viewings, arts and crafts classes, cooking demonstrations and wine socials, ensure that there is never a dull moment at Soleil Laurel Canyon.

Those interested in learning more about Soleil can utilize the community's Sneak-a-Peek Home Program that allows potential homeowners the chance to experience the Soleil lifestyle with a three day, two night stay at one of the model homes in the community.

About Soleil and ALC Active Lifestyle Communities (ALC) is a partnership between Southeast Capital Companies (formerly Southeast Capital Partners) and Patrick Malloy Communities. The company purchased Soleil Laurel Canyon in an all-cash transaction with the plan to invest $28 million. Residents of the neighborhood's 248 homes enjoy exceptional recreational amenities including a 28,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with a heated indoor saline pool, billiards parlor, gourmet teaching kitchen, fitness center and aerobics studio, library, card rooms and an arts and crafts studio. A performing arts center, outdoor amphitheatre, outdoor lagoon-style pool, tennis courts, walking trails, greenhouse and neighboring golf course complete the resort-style environment. To learn more visit: http://www.SoleilLaurelCanyon.com or call 678-880-3071.