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Classic Homes Wins GOLD
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AWARDS & ACCOLADES
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Gazette's Best Of The Springs 2013
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The Results of the Gazette's Best Of 2013 are in!
It's official, Classic Homes is the BEST HOMEBUILDER and BEST BUILDER in Colorado Springs.
Every year readers and staff of The Gazette in Colorado Springs get the chance to vote for and recognize the BEST in the city. This year was no exception. More than 15,000 readers/voters and eight Gazette staff members weighed in, revealing what they love best about Colorado Springs. From dining and entertainment to neighborhoods and homebuilders, the votes were tallied and the 2013 winners will hold this coveted distinction for a full year. It all came together on Thursday, April 26, 2013 when the Gazette and many of the companies recognized int he Best Of issue gathered at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center to celebrate the 2013 Winners. Then on Friday, April 27, 2013 the Best Of The Springs was published and distributed as a special section of the Gazette. Classic Homes is proud to be a...
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The Results of the Gazette's Best Of 2013 are in!
It's official, Classic Homes is the BEST HOMEBUILDER and BEST BUILDER in Colorado Springs.
Every year readers and staff of The Gazette in Colorado Springs get the chance to vote for and recognize the BEST in the city. This year was no exception. More than 15,000 readers/voters and eight Gazette staff members weighed in, revealing what they love best about Colorado Springs. From dining and entertainment to neighborhoods and homebuilders, the votes were tallied and the 2013 winners will hold this coveted distinction for a full year. It all came together on Thursday, April 26, 2013 when the Gazette and many of the companies recognized int he Best Of issue gathered at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center to celebrate the 2013 Winners. Then on Friday, April 27, 2013 the Best Of The Springs was published and distributed as a special section of the Gazette. Classic Homes is proud to be among the best of the best in Colorado Springs. This year, Classic earned the reader's vote for GOLD in the categories of BEST BUILDER and BEST HOMEBUILDER. Additionally, the community of Wolf Ranch earned BEST NEIGHBORHOOD. Classic Homes has built more than 10,000 homes in the Colorado Springs region and we're so honored to have achieved BEST OF status again this year. Congratulations to the entire team at Classic Homes for a job well done. To see a list of winners in all categories, click the link below to browse the results.
Gazette's Best Of The Springs 2013 - Full Results
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Posted by Kim S. on 04/28/2013
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Nationwide Open House Weekend 2013
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April 20-21, 2013 - Join Classic Homes, REALTORS® and associations throughout Colorado Springs this weekend for the Nationwide Open House Weekend Tour! At Classic, we understand that potential homebuyers rely on open houses to help them find the home of their dreams. During National Open House weekend, buyers have a greater chance of doing just that. The weekend is organized by state and local Realtor® associations across the country and around the world, uniting Realtors® as they host thousands of open houses while engaging consumers on the benefits of homeownership and bringing buyers and sellers together. Below is a list of homes we are proudly featuring in the 2013 Nationwide Open House Weekend!
- Flying Horse (80921): 2445 Veneto Way, 13242 Penfold Dr, 12737 Mission Meadows Dr, 2098 Bent Creek
- Lorson Ranch (80925)...
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April 20-21, 2013 - Join Classic Homes, REALTORS® and associations throughout Colorado Springs this weekend for the Nationwide Open House Weekend Tour! At Classic, we understand that potential homebuyers rely on open houses to help them find the home of their dreams. During National Open House weekend, buyers have a greater chance of doing just that. The weekend is organized by state and local Realtor® associations across the country and around the world, uniting Realtors® as they host thousands of open houses while engaging consumers on the benefits of homeownership and bringing buyers and sellers together. Below is a list of homes we are proudly featuring in the 2013 Nationwide Open House Weekend!
- Flying Horse (80921): 2445 Veneto Way, 13242 Penfold Dr, 12737 Mission Meadows Dr, 2098 Bent Creek
- Lorson Ranch (80925): 6869 Alliance Lp, 6854 Alliance Lp, 6885 Alliance Lp
- Meridian Ranch (80831) : 12579 Handles Peak Way, 10460 Mt. Columbia Dr
- Banning Lewis Ranch (80927): 7169 Spring Linden
- Indigo Ranch (80923): 6574 Diamond Hitch Dr, 7771 Renegade Hill Dr
- Promontory Pointe (80132): 15787 Old Post Dr
- Wolf Ranch (80924): 6046 Harney Dr
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Posted by Kim S. on 04/19/2013
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Speed Up the Sale of Your Home - Advice from NAHB
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Putting your home up for sale can be an exhausting, stressful experience. But there are several things you can do to improve your home's marketability. By expending a bit of effort before it goes on the market, you can ensure that your home presents well, stands out from the crowd and doesn’t turn off potential buyers so that you can sell quickly…and at the best price.
Tone Down Personality
Your bookshelves may be filled with Pulitzer-Prize winners and your collection of Americana figurines may reflect your personal interests, but to home buyers, it looks busy and cluttered, and may distract them from truly seeing your home’s unique architectural features and spacious rooms. Also consider whether family pictures help or hinder a sale; future home owners may not be able to look past your kids’ smiling faces plastered all over the walls and see themselves building their own future in your home.
Since you hope...
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Putting your home up for sale can be an exhausting, stressful experience. But there are several things you can do to improve your home's marketability. By expending a bit of effort before it goes on the market, you can ensure that your home presents well, stands out from the crowd and doesn’t turn off potential buyers so that you can sell quickly…and at the best price.
Tone Down Personality
Your bookshelves may be filled with Pulitzer-Prize winners and your collection of Americana figurines may reflect your personal interests, but to home buyers, it looks busy and cluttered, and may distract them from truly seeing your home’s unique architectural features and spacious rooms. Also consider whether family pictures help or hinder a sale; future home owners may not be able to look past your kids’ smiling faces plastered all over the walls and see themselves building their own future in your home.
Since you hope to move soon anyway, go ahead and box them up and put them in storage in advance of the open house or showing.
While that red accent wall opposite the lime green fireplace perfectly ties in with your ultra modern furniture, a potential buyer at your open house may be turned off immediately and decide that the entire house doesn’t reflect their style. Consider painting walls a neutral color such as beige or taupe. The interior paint job should be fresh and clean and in a single, neutral color throughout.
The same goes for the exterior. Don't forget shutters and windows. If your home has vinyl or aluminum siding, be sure it's clean. Moldy, dirty siding will tell a buyer that your home has not been taken care of properly.
Old, matted carpeting will be a detriment to your home selling. Real estate agents all have a dozen stories of a home that sat and sat on the market until the old carpeting was replaced. Then, it sold immediately. If you have hardwood floors under old carpet, tear up the carpet to expose them; today's buyers love hardwood floors.
First Impressions Count
Clean your house top to bottom including walls, floors, furniture and tabletops. Everything should be sparkling clean when a buyer makes that all-important first visit. Don't leave dirty dishes in the sink, crumbs on the counter or laundry stacked in the bedroom.
Take a long, hard look at your home from the street. Does it have curb appeal? Is it warm, inviting and well-kept? Make sure by mowing the lawn, weeding garden areas, trimming unruly bushes, resealing the driveway and sweeping the porch.
Pay particular attention to your front door. Repaint it if necessary. Polish the doorknob and knocker and clean the glass and screen door. When a buyer waits at the front door to enter, make sure he or she sees that your home was cared for lovingly.
Don’t Burden the Buyer with Repairs
If there are problem areas in your home, get them fixed before the showing. When prospective buyers tour the house and see leak stains on the ceiling or peeling paint, they will also see future work and assume that bigger maintenance and repair issues are lurking behind those small problems.
This is particularly true in kitchens and bathrooms, which are often the two rooms that make or break a sale. The expenses you incur on the front end sprucing up your home will be cheaper than the profits you could lose by having to lower the price to meet buyer demand.
If your home's appliances, like the dishwasher, oven, refrigerator and washer and dryer, are old and outdated, it could pay to replace them. Buyers do not want to be faced with the possibility of having to replace appliances upon moving in to a new house. Shiny, new appliances already in place will be a big selling point.
Maximize Exposure
Lastly, take advantage of new technology to find unique ways to market your house. Use YouTube, a video sharing website, to introduce yourself and your house for free. Take home shoppers on a virtual tour and tell them about its uniqueness and strengths from a first-person point of view.
Use Internet social networking sites such as Facebook or Twitter to create a Web link with a profile of your home. Include pictures and a description of your home’s features. Email the link to your friends and ask them to forward it on to their network of contacts.
Get your home listed on real estate websites. There are some that are national in scope and others focus on your specific markets. Examples include Redfin and Zillow.
Be sure that you are using traditional marketing techniques to your best advantage. When photographing your home for promotional purposes, invest in a wide-angle lens for your camera so that rooms appear bigger and in proportion when they are displayed on Internet home listing sites or in marketing flyers. If you decide to create a virtual tour, look for professionals who will be able to film and upload your video using the best techniques and technology.
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Posted by Kim S. on 03/03/2013
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New Model Now Open in Mountain Shadows!
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Open House Weekend January 25 – 27, 2013
Ready for the time of your life? Then you’re ready for a Classic. Join us for a grand opening celebration weekend as we open the doors to our newest model home – The Rushmore in Mountain Shadows!
As part of Classic Homes “ Rebuild Help” program, Classic is helping families to rebuild their homes, and we have also designed a lot purchase program available to homeowners who lost their home to the fire and do not wish to rebuild. Classic’s “ Rebuild He...
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Open House Weekend January 25 – 27, 2013
Ready for the time of your life? Then you’re ready for a Classic. Join us for a grand opening celebration weekend as we open the doors to our newest model home – The Rushmore in Mountain Shadows!
As part of Classic Homes “ Rebuild Help” program, Classic is helping families to rebuild their homes, and we have also designed a lot purchase program available to homeowners who lost their home to the fire and do not wish to rebuild. Classic’s “ Rebuild Help” program in Mountain Shadows makes it possible for people who have always wanted to build a new home, but desire to live in an established neighborhood on the west side of town. Unlike a typical “new build” area, home sites are situated throughout the community meaning that there are a variety of options available. Mountain Shadows offers a wide range of architectural styles throughout its many winding roads and tucked away cul-de-sacs. This lovely neighborhood with its pine-covered hills and scrub oak mesas with ridges of scenic rock outcroppings features home sites with views ranging from the Black Forest on the eastern plains, twinkling city lights of Colorado Springs below as well as the towering backdrop of Pike National Forest.
When you make the decision to live in Mountain Shadows, you become part of an amazing community that brings out the best in its residents.
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Posted by Kim S. on 01/25/2013
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New Model Opens in Indigo Ranch at Stetson Ridge
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New model. New faces. New Address.
(Same great community)
Classic Homes recently opened a new model in the established (yet growing) neighborhood of Indigo Ranch. The onsite sales team of June Mieras-hall and Lori Schlicht are also new to the community and look forward to offering a warm welcome to homebuyers and Realtors interested in homes along the Powers corridor.
Along the eastern edge of Colorado Springs, the gently sloping terrain of Indigo Ranch makes for awe-inspiring views of the Front Range. But there’s more to this popular young community than meets the eye. Much more. Homes in Indigo Ranch are sought after not simply because of their uncommon mountain vistas, but because of their masterful floorplans, solid craftsmanship, and no-nonsense affordability. Here, families who enjoy the legendary Colorado lifestyle can get more home, mor...
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New model. New faces. New Address.
(Same great community)
Classic Homes recently opened a new model in the established (yet growing) neighborhood of Indigo Ranch. The onsite sales team of June Mieras-hall and Lori Schlicht are also new to the community and look forward to offering a warm welcome to homebuyers and Realtors interested in homes along the Powers corridor.
Along the eastern edge of Colorado Springs, the gently sloping terrain of Indigo Ranch makes for awe-inspiring views of the Front Range. But there’s more to this popular young community than meets the eye. Much more. Homes in Indigo Ranch are sought after not simply because of their uncommon mountain vistas, but because of their masterful floorplans, solid craftsmanship, and no-nonsense affordability. Here, families who enjoy the legendary Colorado lifestyle can get more home, more value, and more enjoyment from their investment.
The new model is one of Classic's ever-popular 2-story plans, the Hampton. As guests enter the sales office, they feel as though they've been transported to a coffee house with the warm paint tones of carmel, mocha, chocolate and berry. Equipped with a wonderful selection of warm beverages (cocoa, coffee, hot tea) and snacks, the sales team in Indigo Ranch encourages new visitors to relax as they learn about the more than 20 floorplans available in this popular Colorado Springs neighborhood. Modeled as a 5-bedroom (+ craft room) home, the Hampton model showcases a spacious and practical footprint for the growing family. The interior design of this home features a calm and inviting color palette of indigo, blue, chocolate, tan, and ivory. Guests who have visited the Hampton agree that this is a home they could imagine themselves living in. From the well thought out placement of traditional furniture pieces to the appointment custom window treatments, the Hampton is classic and comfortable 2-story living.
The new model is located at 6504 Diamond Hitch Drive in Colorado Springs, CO 80923. For more information, please visit the Indigo Ranch community page.
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Posted by Kim S. on 10/11/2012
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First permit to rebuild Parkside home lost to the Waldo Canyon Fire
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NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: September 7, 2012
Contacts:
Bob Cutter, Colorado Springs Together, 719.330.9075, bob.cutter@coloradospringstogether.org
John Henry, 719.433.3025, PRguy14@aol.com
The first permit to rebuild a home that was lost to the Waldo Canyon Fire in the Parkside neighborhood was issued by the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department yesterday. The permit, issued to Elite Properties of America (Classic Homes), is to rebuild the home located at 2523 Hot Springs Court in the Parkside community. “This is great news,” said Bob Cutter, chairman and president of Colorado Springs Together (CST), the not-for-profit organization founded to serve as a catalyst for the restoration and rebuilding process across the Mountain Shadows neighborhood. “Parkside was hit particularly hard by the fire but we knew it would come back; the property owners are o...
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NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: September 7, 2012
Contacts:
Bob Cutter, Colorado Springs Together, 719.330.9075, bob.cutter@coloradospringstogether.org
John Henry, 719.433.3025, PRguy14@aol.com
The first permit to rebuild a home that was lost to the Waldo Canyon Fire in the Parkside neighborhood was issued by the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department yesterday. The permit, issued to Elite Properties of America (Classic Homes), is to rebuild the home located at 2523 Hot Springs Court in the Parkside community. “This is great news,” said Bob Cutter, chairman and president of Colorado Springs Together (CST), the not-for-profit organization founded to serve as a catalyst for the restoration and rebuilding process across the Mountain Shadows neighborhood. “Parkside was hit particularly hard by the fire but we knew it would come back; the property owners are overcoming many challenges unique to their community and are dedicated to getting their neighborhood restored.” More than 140 of the 178 homes in Parkside were lost or sustained significant damage in the fire; Parkside is a patio-home community founded in the latter 1980s.
For more information, visit www.ColoradoSpringsTogether.org
Colorado Springs Together is a community-driven volunteer effort, and is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The team members are distinguished citizens and business professionals in the community facilitating and coordinating a quick and effective rebuilding process for the neighborhoods devastated on June 26th by the fire. The donations received will go towards the activities required to help restore the lives and the neighborhoods affected by the fire at the same time maintaining a strong sense of community during the rebuilding process.
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Posted by Kim S. on 09/10/2012
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The Mountain Shadows Rebuild Process Begins.
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Less than one month after start of the Waldo Canyon Fire, the Boyd family who lost their home to the fire that blazed through the Mountain Shadows community has begun the rebuild process at their lot on Yankton Place, naming Classic Homes as their choice builder. On July 25th (coincidentally the Boyd’s fourth wedding anniversary), the couple became the first residents of Mountain Shadows to begin building a new home on their lot. With demolition and cleanup already in progress, Classic Homes has plans to begin work on the new foundation the week of July 30th. The Rebuild Team at Classic Homes appreciates the significance of the building permit for the Boyd’s family home as the first step in moving forward. “Classic Homes in pleased to be in a position to help our community begin to focus on rebuilding and healing.” stated Doug Stimple, CEO of Classic Homes.
In the days immediately following the fire, Classic Homes strategically assembled a ...
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Less than one month after start of the Waldo Canyon Fire, the Boyd family who lost their home to the fire that blazed through the Mountain Shadows community has begun the rebuild process at their lot on Yankton Place, naming Classic Homes as their choice builder. On July 25th (coincidentally the Boyd’s fourth wedding anniversary), the couple became the first residents of Mountain Shadows to begin building a new home on their lot. With demolition and cleanup already in progress, Classic Homes has plans to begin work on the new foundation the week of July 30th. The Rebuild Team at Classic Homes appreciates the significance of the building permit for the Boyd’s family home as the first step in moving forward. “Classic Homes in pleased to be in a position to help our community begin to focus on rebuilding and healing.” stated Doug Stimple, CEO of Classic Homes.
In the days immediately following the fire, Classic Homes strategically assembled a dedicated Rebuild Team, lead by Project Manager Jim Boulton, to work exclusively with homeowners who lost their homes. Having built more than 10,000 homes in the Pikes Peak Region, Classic Homes came up with a thoughtful plan for the company to respond quickly and efficiently to those affected by the fire. After every disaster, whether a hail storm, a tornado, a hurricane, or a fire, a large number of people and companies begin descending on the city to try and benefit from the tragedy – with the sole intention to make a quick dollar and then move on to the next opportunity. Classic’s mission with this project is to curtail that type of activity from happening in Colorado Springs. For over 20 years, Classic has been known as one of the area’s most respected builders in the areas of quality craftsmanship and customer service so it’s not surprising that they would step up to the challenge of assisting residents of Colorado Springs – the community Classic Homes is proud to call home. The dedicated team of industry experts in the fields of construction, insurance negotiation, interior design, and customer service understands that the demanding task of rebuilding and recovering has just begun. The team’s goal is to help ease the burden on homeowners who are beginning to face tough decisions and challenges. As a 20 year veteran of the local homebuilding community, Classic is able provide significant support and guidance in navigating the appropriate course of action toward rebuilding. But, regardless of whether homeowners decide to make use of the services provided by Classic Homes or not, it is strongly encouraged to utilize the services of a local, credible company.
As part of Classic’s dedication to this community, they have joined forces with the Pikes Peak Community Fund and will provide $5,000 per reconstructed home into an existing non-profit foundation for the sole benefit of rebuilding the affected neighborhoods in Colorado Springs. “Mountain Shadows is a wonderful neighborhood and we are eager to not only begin rebuilding homes, but also begin restoring the community.” said Stimple. “We will contribute the entire fund to restoring parts of the community that no one is specifically responsible for, such as signage, trees, landscaping, and overall neighborhood beautification.” Classic’s commitment to this community goes deeper than rebuilding the homes that were lost. They also recently developed a lot purchase program to assist homeowners who, for whatever reason, do not wish to rebuild on their current homesite in Mountain Shadows. The lot purchase program is one more way Classic believes the company can assist homeowners as they navigate through the journey of restoring their lives.
Classic Homes Rebuild Help Team is available to meet with homeowners, with no obligation, to answer questions, review each situation and offer guidance and assistance. For more information call 719-785-3259 or visit Classic Homes online at www.ClassicHomes.com/RebuildHelp.
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Posted by Kim S. on 09/10/2012
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Colorado Springs Rebuild Help: Waldo Canyon Fire Rebuild Assistance Program
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AN OPEN LETTER TO THE RESIDENTS OF COLORADO SPRINGS FROM CLASSIC HOMES
All of us at Classic Homes extend our sympathy, along with our thoughts and prayers, to those affected by the recent fires. This tragedy has impacted all of our citizens, directly or indirectly.
For those of you who have lost your home or incurred significant damage to your home, these are times which are dramatically impactful. We at Classic understand how significant your loss is felt.
It is a difficult and painful process that you are about to embark upon. Classic would like to offer our assistance. We have experts in the areas of insurance negotiations, purchasing and estimating, design and decorating and construction. Over the last 20 years it has been our privilege to provide and stand behind in excess of 10,000 homes within our community. We truly believe we can provide you significant value in navigating through the tough times ahead. Our commitment...
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AN OPEN LETTER TO THE RESIDENTS OF COLORADO SPRINGS FROM CLASSIC HOMES
All of us at Classic Homes extend our sympathy, along with our thoughts and prayers, to those affected by the recent fires. This tragedy has impacted all of our citizens, directly or indirectly.
For those of you who have lost your home or incurred significant damage to your home, these are times which are dramatically impactful. We at Classic understand how significant your loss is felt.
It is a difficult and painful process that you are about to embark upon. Classic would like to offer our assistance. We have experts in the areas of insurance negotiations, purchasing and estimating, design and decorating and construction. Over the last 20 years it has been our privilege to provide and stand behind in excess of 10,000 homes within our community. We truly believe we can provide you significant value in navigating through the tough times ahead. Our commitment to you is that we will provide you the customer focus and support you deserve and for which we are well known.
Candidly, we debated writing this letter for fear of being seen as self serving and opportunistic. But not writing this letter felt worse. In the days ahead there will be many people and companies flocking to Colorado Springs for the sole reason of seeking benefit from our community disaster. It happens after every disaster, whether a significant hail storm, a hurricane or a tornado. Some, if not many, of these companies, will set foot in Colorado Springs for the sole purpose of making a quick dollar and then they will be off to chase the next opportunity.
In contrast to that situation, we extend our support in these times because we care passionately about this community, our citizens and the construction of homes and neighborhoods. As such, we will commit $5,000 per reconstructed home into an existing non-profit foundation for the sole benefit of rebuilding the affected neighbor- hoods in Colorado Springs. We are and will continue to be the industry standard bearer in the areas of quality, customer satisfaction and post closing service. We have been here for the last two decades, we are here today, and we will be here into the future.
We offer to meet with any of you, at no obligation, to answer questions, review your situation and offer our thoughts and assistance. If Classic can add value, make your process smoother and help you rebuild your dream we would love that opportunity. Regardless of whether you determine to utilize our services, we at Classic encourage you to utilize the services of a local, credible company.
Classic Homes has established a process exclusively to work with the people who have suffered loss and need our assistance. If you know someone whose home is lost or damaged, or who has questions regarding insurance claims or other home related matters, please contact our dedicated Rebuild Assistance Team.
Phone: 719-785-3259
Email: RebuildHelp@ClassicHomes.com
Web: www.ClassicHomes.com/RebuildHelp
Sincerely,
The Entire Classic Homes Team
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Posted by Kim S. on 07/15/2012
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Classic Homes - Now Open in Lorson Ranch!
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Lorson Ranch Has Seen a Lot of Nifty Brands. But None as Impressive as This One.
Join us for a Special Open House Weekend Celebration at Lorson Ranch!
Date: Friday, June 8th thru Sunday, June 10th
Time: High noon to 4pm
Place: Classic Homes Model – 10315 Declaration Drive
Serving: Snacks & drinks
Everybody knows the Classic brand. Our reputation for quality, value, and selection is legendary. Even among homebuilders. But moving into the Lorson Ranch community with its majestic skies, sweeping mountain vistas, and rugged western past, may be our most spectacular accomplishment yet.
Why? Because along with modeling one of our most popular 2-story floorplan, The Vail, into the up-and-coming neighborhoods of Lorson Ranch, we’re including The Classic Package (the most popular featu...
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Lorson Ranch Has Seen a Lot of Nifty Brands. But None as Impressive as This One.
Join us for a Special Open House Weekend Celebration at Lorson Ranch!
Date: Friday, June 8th thru Sunday, June 10th
Time: High noon to 4pm
Place: Classic Homes Model – 10315 Declaration Drive
Serving: Snacks & drinks
Everybody knows the Classic brand. Our reputation for quality, value, and selection is legendary. Even among homebuilders. But moving into the Lorson Ranch community with its majestic skies, sweeping mountain vistas, and rugged western past, may be our most spectacular accomplishment yet.
Why? Because along with modeling one of our most popular 2-story floorplan, The Vail, into the up-and-coming neighborhoods of Lorson Ranch, we’re including The Classic Package (the most popular features selected by real Classic homeowners!) to every deal.
For more information:
Call 719-390-6200
Email Jenna and Lori
Location & Driving Directions
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Posted by Kim S. on 06/05/2012
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From NAHB - "The Not-so-Obvious Benefits of Building a New Home"
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We ran across this article from our friends at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and wanted to share the great insight with you, today, as you are considering your options in homeownership.
Source www.NAHB.com
Prospective home buyers have the choice of two types of houses on the market: resale or new.
Home buyers planning to buy a brand-new house or condominium often cite energy-efficiency, open layout, a warranty, and being able to select appliances, flooring, paint colors and other design elements as factors driving their choice.
But builders say that buyers can be drawn to a new house for reasons that aren’t so obvious. Below are a few more benefits of a brand-new home that you may not see in the sales brochure.
Building a Community Together
A brand-new community is one of the built-in benefits of many ne...
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We ran across this article from our friends at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and wanted to share the great insight with you, today, as you are considering your options in homeownership.
Source www.NAHB.com
Prospective home buyers have the choice of two types of houses on the market: resale or new.
Home buyers planning to buy a brand-new house or condominium often cite energy-efficiency, open layout, a warranty, and being able to select appliances, flooring, paint colors and other design elements as factors driving their choice.
But builders say that buyers can be drawn to a new house for reasons that aren’t so obvious. Below are a few more benefits of a brand-new home that you may not see in the sales brochure.
Building a Community Together
A brand-new community is one of the built-in benefits of many new homes. When families move in to a subdivision at the same time, often lasting bonds of friendship and neighborliness are formed right away. Nobody is the “new kid on the block,” and many home builders host community block parties in new developments to help owners meet and connect.
Popular amenities like pools, walking trails and courts for tennis and basketball offer additional opportunities for interaction among neighbors of all ages. Often new communities are comprised of home owners in the same stage of life, such as young families or active retirees, so neighbors can get to know each other through carpools, PTA meetings, tennis matches or golf games.
Entertaining
Throwing a party in an older home can be a challenge because smaller, distinct rooms make it difficult to entertain guests in one large space. Builders are responding to today’s home buyer preferences with layouts featuring more open spaces and rooms that flow into each other more easily, like the popular great room. While you are in the kitchen preparing dinner, you can still interact with guests enjoying conversation in the family room without feeling closed off. The feeling of spaciousness in today’s new-home layouts often is enhanced the higher ceilings and additional windows that bringing in more light than you would find in an older home.
A Clean Slate
For some buyers, parking the car in a sparkling-clean garage or being the first to cook a dinner in a brand-new kitchen is part of the appeal of new construction. In addition, you won’t have to spend time stripping dated wallpaper or repainting to suit your own sense of style. You can create your own home décor from the get-go!
The advantages of being the first owner of a home extend to the outdoors. Instead of inheriting inconveniently or precariously placed trees, or having to tear up overgrown shrubs, you can design and plant the lawn and garden you want.
Outlets, Outlets Everywhere
Homes built in the 1960’s and earlier were wired much differently than houses today. Builders had no way of anticipating the invention of high-definition televisions, DVRs and computers that we enjoy today — and the very different electrical requirements they would introduce. New homes can accommodate advanced technologies like structured wiring, security systems and sophisticated lighting plans, and can be tailored to meet the individual home owner’s needs.
Anyone who has ever lived in an older home can also attest to the fact that there are never enough outlets, inside or out! New-home builders plan for the increased number and type of electronics and appliances used by today’s families, so you can safely operate a wine cooler, Christmas lights or your computer.
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Posted by Kim S. on 04/28/2012
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Grand Closing. Grand Opening!
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We are now in closeout phase in Barnstormer's Landing. With only a few homesites and inventory homes remaining, we will soon be moving to our new "Vail" model home in Lorson Ranch a growing community located in southeast Colorado Springs. It offers a rural setting near the city, which is representative of the quiet and safe environment that residents call home, and it offers great views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range.
So while we're saying goodbye to one community, we're saying hello to another! Our new model in Lorson Ranch is scheduled to open the first week in June and we're very excited to break new ground, introduce our floorplans and home designs, and show off our "Classic Package" in this new community. The new "Vail" model is under construction at 10...
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We are now in closeout phase in Barnstormer's Landing. With only a few homesites and inventory homes remaining, we will soon be moving to our new "Vail" model home in Lorson Ranch a growing community located in southeast Colorado Springs. It offers a rural setting near the city, which is representative of the quiet and safe environment that residents call home, and it offers great views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range.
So while we're saying goodbye to one community, we're saying hello to another! Our new model in Lorson Ranch is scheduled to open the first week in June and we're very excited to break new ground, introduce our floorplans and home designs, and show off our "Classic Package" in this new community. The new "Vail" model is under construction at 10315 Declaration Drive. For questions about our Grand Closing in Barnstormer's or the Grand Opening in Lorson Ranch, please call Lori Faff or Jenna Thompson at 719-390-6200 or email at LorsonRanch@ClassicHomes.com.
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Posted by Kim S. on 04/26/2012
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Paired Patio Homes Now Available In Flying Horse
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Discover the easy-come, easy-go style of the Villages at Flying Horse today.
Maybe it’s the views, maybe it’s neighbors, maybe it’s our laid-back way of doing things. But village-style living has caught on, big time, in Flying Horse. With two new Classic Homes "exclusive neighborhood villages" (Siena and Turin) now open, all we can say is something exciting’s afoot.
The Village of Siena – Now Open!
The Village of Siena offers maintenance-free, paired-patio ranch-style homes priced from the upper $200s. This new neighborhood is a real showstopper, and with more than fifteen homes already in reserve there’s no doubt that the area is living up to its advance billing. The showroom model at Cakebread Heights (just off Barossa Valley Drive) features Classic’s exciting new “Tilbury” floorplan.
So stop by soon and see what all the raves...
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Discover the easy-come, easy-go style of the Villages at Flying Horse today.
Maybe it’s the views, maybe it’s neighbors, maybe it’s our laid-back way of doing things. But village-style living has caught on, big time, in Flying Horse. With two new Classic Homes "exclusive neighborhood villages" (Siena and Turin) now open, all we can say is something exciting’s afoot.
The Village of Siena – Now Open!
The Village of Siena offers maintenance-free, paired-patio ranch-style homes priced from the upper $200s. This new neighborhood is a real showstopper, and with more than fifteen homes already in reserve there’s no doubt that the area is living up to its advance billing. The showroom model at Cakebread Heights (just off Barossa Valley Drive) features Classic’s exciting new “Tilbury” floorplan.
So stop by soon and see what all the raves are about. (Maintenance free = free landscape maintenance, trash & snow removal.)
Our Paired Patio Homes in Siena start in from the $260s. For more information or for a showing of the new fully decorated model showroom, contact Tina or Diane at 719-495-7297.
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Posted by Kim S. on 03/13/2012
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Customer Care Goes Above and Beyond
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KUDOS
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Something caught my eye in an email from our Director of Customer Care. Today we received a survey from a homeonwer in Cumbre Vista that wasn't as much about the building and construction of their home as it was about the customer service they received after the fact for an issue completely unrelated to work performed by Classic. After offering high scores on the rating portion of the survey, here's what the homeowner said in the comment area:
"The house was in a perfect shape and ready for us to move in. There was nothing we needed to have corrected. What's more, after an external company incorrectly hooked up our washing machine and consequently water destroyed part of our ceiling in the living room, wonderful Classic people helped us fix our ceiling. We couldn't be more happy with our choice of the building company. Classic rocks!!! We tell that to anyone who asks us abo...
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Something caught my eye in an email from our Director of Customer Care. Today we received a survey from a homeonwer in Cumbre Vista that wasn't as much about the building and construction of their home as it was about the customer service they received after the fact for an issue completely unrelated to work performed by Classic. After offering high scores on the rating portion of the survey, here's what the homeowner said in the comment area:
"The house was in a perfect shape and ready for us to move in. There was nothing we needed to have corrected. What's more, after an external company incorrectly hooked up our washing machine and consequently water destroyed part of our ceiling in the living room, wonderful Classic people helped us fix our ceiling. We couldn't be more happy with our choice of the building company. Classic rocks!!! We tell that to anyone who asks us about our home :)."
Kindness and customer care go hand in hand. Today, I'm pleased to know that the Classic Customer Care and Construction team was able to help make a difficult situation better for a new member of the Classic family of homeowners. Classic takes great pride in delivering homes that meet the expectations of the homeowner. Quality craftsmanship that is on schedule from a team that always strives to go above and beyond. One way the company evaluates the performance of the team is by conducting 3rd party homebuyer satisfaction surveys through Eliant, Inc. These surveys provide feedback on the overall homebuying experience from sales and design to construction and closing. The information from these surveys helps guide the entire Classic team, the result is continuous improvement with every home built.
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Posted by Kim S. on 12/29/2011
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Top Reasons You Shouldn't Wait To Buy A New Home.
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HOME OWNERSHIP
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1. UNBEATABLE INVESTMENT.
Even in down markets, over the long term home prices still appreciate more than the stock market.
2. LOW INTEREST RATES.
Rates remain at near-record lows; you can lock in a payment that fits your budget.
3. AVAILABLE LOANS.
Lenders are still eager to make loans to borrowers with good credit.
4. GREAT SELECTION.
With so many homes on the market, you can get the features you want!
5. ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
New homes have the latest environmentally-friendly, cost-saving, advanced technology materials and appliances.
6. IT’S YOUR HOME.
It’s more than a house—it’s a place to raise your family, make memories and call your own.
Courtesy or National Association of Home Builders
1. UNBEATABLE INVESTMENT.
Even in down markets, over the long term home prices still appreciate more than the stock market.
2. LOW INTEREST RATES.
Rates remain at near-record lows; you can lock in a payment that fits your budget.
3. AVAILABLE LOANS.
Lenders are still eager to make loans to borrowers with good credit.
4. GREAT SELECTION.
With so many homes on the market, you can get the features you want!
5. ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
New homes have the latest environmentally-friendly, cost-saving, advanced technology materials and appliances.
6. IT’S YOUR HOME.
It’s more than a house—it’s a place to raise your family, make memories and call your own.
Courtesy or National Association of Home Builders
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Posted by Kim S. on 12/21/2011
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Content Rich, Yet Totally Free. The New “Classic Homes on the Go” App on Android.
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NEWSROOM
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Classic on Android.
It Gives A Whole New Meaning to the Term “Homescreen.”
"Classic Homes on the Go" APP is your gateway to information about new homes in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The APP provides easy access to reliable and current information about Classic homes ready for quick move-in and new homes currently under construction. This is the perfect APP for homebuyers and Realtors who are looking for the perfect home in the perfect neighborhood.
- Requires Android:
- 2.1 and up
Android Users download at www.classichomes.com/classicandroid
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Classic on Android.
It Gives A Whole New Meaning to the Term “Homescreen.”
"Classic Homes on the Go" APP is your gateway to information about new homes in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The APP provides easy access to reliable and current information about Classic homes ready for quick move-in and new homes currently under construction. This is the perfect APP for homebuyers and Realtors who are looking for the perfect home in the perfect neighborhood.
- Requires Android:
- 2.1 and up
Android Users download at www.classichomes.com/classicandroid
Classic Homes on the Go for Android Users.
Fast. Current. Reliable.
-neighborhood location maps and weather
-pricing and availability of inventory homes
-instant access to all available floorplans
-latest Classic news from Facebook and Twitter
-photos of model homes
-contact with on-site sales counselor
APP Developer information: Classic Homes 1.0 was developed by iControl Webstudio - a division of Interlogic Graphics and Marketing.
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Posted by Kim S. on 11/13/2011
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Promontory Pointe - Monument, CO is open for business!
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NEWSROOM
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Gazette Article - September 2011
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Promontory Pointe - Monument, Colorado
NEW MODEL UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Contact: Craig Esterle and Stephanie Davis -- (719) 481-9828
As announced in today's Gazette (Colorado Springs) -- Classic is now building in Promontory Pointe, a new development located near the town of Monument, Colorado, which is less than 25 minutes north of downtown Colorado Springs. The quiet, country setting offers some of the most spectacular Front Range views available. Quick access to I-25 makes commuting north to Denver or south into Colorado Springs easy. Promontory Pointe has 50 lots open now and a total projected 220 lots. Come&nb...
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Promontory Pointe - Monument, Colorado
NEW MODEL UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Contact: Craig Esterle and Stephanie Davis -- (719) 481-9828
As announced in today's Gazette (Colorado Springs) -- Classic is now building in Promontory Pointe, a new development located near the town of Monument, Colorado, which is less than 25 minutes north of downtown Colorado Springs. The quiet, country setting offers some of the most spectacular Front Range views available. Quick access to I-25 makes commuting north to Denver or south into Colorado Springs easy. Promontory Pointe has 50 lots open now and a total projected 220 lots. Come view the vast selection of lots including many walkout lots; most are around 1/4 acre and a few are 1+ acre in size.
For a limited-time and to kick-of this monumental groundbreaking, all new homes in Promontory Pointe will include a Social Fitness Membership in The Club at Flying Horse, an exclusive athletic club and spa located less than 15 minutes from Promontory Pointe.
Click here to view Rich Laden's article in The Gazette.
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Posted by Kim S. on 09/07/2011
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New Model Now Open In Meridian Ranch
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The "Stratford" is now open in Meridian Ranch!
Model home located at 10967 Klondike Drive, Falcon/Peyton, CO 80831
Sales Counselor: Jina St. James -- (719) 494-1101
With five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a fully finished basement, this 4,241 sq. ft. open ranch-style floorplan is ideal for the growing family and for entertaining guests. Finished basement.
Meridian Ranch is a 2,500-acre Master Planned Community, located in Falcon, Colorado, just east of Colorado Springs, and is a popular community for new homeowners. Surrounded by a new world-class golf course, away from the stress of the city, yet close enough to be convenient. Strong community theme and standard...
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The "Stratford" is now open in Meridian Ranch!
Model home located at 10967 Klondike Drive, Falcon/Peyton, CO 80831
Sales Counselor: Jina St. James -- (719) 494-1101
With five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a fully finished basement, this 4,241 sq. ft. open ranch-style floorplan is ideal for the growing family and for entertaining guests. Finished basement.
Meridian Ranch is a 2,500-acre Master Planned Community, located in Falcon, Colorado, just east of Colorado Springs, and is a popular community for new homeowners. Surrounded by a new world-class golf course, away from the stress of the city, yet close enough to be convenient. Strong community theme and standards, a 33,000 sq. ft. recreation and family fitness center, a growing number of convenience shopping facilities and larger lots with great home prices add to the allure of the area. Meridian Ranch hosts Antler Creek Golf Course that is 8,100 yards in length making this the 3rd longest course in the world. However, there are 7 different tee boxes to choose from. 18 holes are now open for play, with an additional 9 holes planned to open in the future. This course has a clubhouse, restaurant and pro shop.
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Posted by Kim S. on 09/07/2011
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Classic Homes APP is Apple Approved
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NEWSROOM
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classichomes.com/classicapp
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Classic Homes 1.0 APP is your gateway to information about new homes in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The APP provides easy access to reliable and current information about Classic homes ready for quick move-in and new homes currently under construction. This is the perfect APP for homebuyers and Realtors who are looking for the perfect home in the perfect neighborhood.
Classic Homes 1.0 is compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. Requires iOS 3.0 or later and can be downloaded by visiting the Apple Store from your mobile device, search "Classic Homes" or by visiting www.classichomes.com/classicapp
Classic Homes 1.0 On The Go.
Fast. Current. Reliable.
-neighborhood location maps and weather<...
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Classic Homes 1.0 APP is your gateway to information about new homes in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The APP provides easy access to reliable and current information about Classic homes ready for quick move-in and new homes currently under construction. This is the perfect APP for homebuyers and Realtors who are looking for the perfect home in the perfect neighborhood.
Classic Homes 1.0 is compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. Requires iOS 3.0 or later and can be downloaded by visiting the Apple Store from your mobile device, search "Classic Homes" or by visiting www.classichomes.com/classicapp
Classic Homes 1.0 On The Go.
Fast. Current. Reliable.
-neighborhood location maps and weather
-pricing and availability of inventory homes
-instant access to all available floorplans
-latest Classic news from Facebook and Twitter
-photos of model homes
-contact with on-site sales counselor
APP Developer information: Classic Homes 1.0 was developed by iControl Webstudio - a division of Interlogic Graphics and Marketing.
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Posted by Kim S. on 08/29/2011
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Flying Horse Artshow
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EVENTS
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Join us!
Art Show in Barefoot Park at Flying Horse. The show will feature premier national artists in bronze sculpture, paintings, glass, pencil, photography, jewelry, mixed-media, and more.
- Friday, August 26: 3pm ~ 7pm (5-7 wine)
- Saturday, August 27: 10am ~ 4pm (BBQ from 11am-2pm).
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Posted by Kim S. on 08/25/2011
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2011 Classic Pet Fair in Flying Horse
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EVENTS
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When: Satuday, August 6, 2011
Where: Frog's Leap Park in The Village of Saratoga at Flying Horse
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Who: You, your family, and pets
Calling All Pet Lovers!
The 2011 Classic Pet Fair is coming to Flying Horse. Bring your family and furry friends to Frog's Leap Park in The Village of Saratoga at Flying Horse for an afternoon of pet networking.
Interested in exhibit space?
If you or someone you know is in the pet business (pet sitters, groomers, food, treats, vets, educational, adoption, etc.). There's still exhibit space available! Call 719-495-7297 for details.
Directions to Frog’s Leap Park from I-25:
Exit Northgate Rd. Eastbound. Right on Old Northgate. Right on Silversmith. Left on Cedarville. Left on Chalk Hill. Frog’s Leap Park on Left.
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Posted by Chris S. on 08/08/2011
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