This post sponsored by Windsong Properties

Active Adult Communities are springing up all across the country. These communities are designed for empty nesters, pre-retirees and retirees. Many do not allow children to permanently live in the home (visits are welcome – of course). Some have resort type amenities while others have none. What really sets these communities apart is the home design.

Successful Active Adult builders have found that the single story ranch home is an extremely popular floor plan with the 50+ buyer. One floor living strikes a chord with achey knees, tired of climbing stairs. Smart design, use of space, and the inclusion of ample storage make the ranch home an attractive buy for the empty nester.

The details make an active adult home equally attractive to the pre-retiree and retiree. Bathrooms with levered faucets on the sinks become more and more appreciated as the body ages. Raised sinks to reduce bending, shower seats for added comfort and stability as well as low profile shower bases make the bathroom more user friendly.

Doors with lever handles (that can be opened with elbows when loaded with an armful of groceries) are easy to operate. Windows and skylights that flood rooms with natural light as well as light fixtures and options to illuminate kitchen workspace make living easier on the eyes.

Pre-programmable thermostats, energy efficient lights, appliances and heating/cooling systems, coupled with efficient building materials and a tight building envelope add the benefit of lower energy costs.

Long lasting building materials reduce the maintenance and upkeep responsibilities. With lawn care and landscaping included in homeowners dues, the active adult ranch home community is an easy place to enjoy life to the fullest.

Call it an Active Adult community, retirement community, or an empty-nester community: whatever it is, builders who are getting it right are striking a chord with buyers. Design and details made for living. That’s what special about an Active Adult Home.