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  • Neal Signature Homes Sponsors Palma Sola Botanical Park 2024 Garden Party Gala Dinner

    Neal Signature Homes Sponsors Palma Sola Botanical Park 2024 Garden Party Gala Dinner

    Neal Signature Homes Sponsors Palma Sola Botanical Park 2024 Garden Party Gala Dinner

    As part of its commitment to the Bradenton community, Neal Signature Homes was a $2,500 Red Silk Cotton sponsor of the Palma Sola Botanical Park 2024 Garden Party Gala Dinner in April.  All proceeds from the event benefitted the Palma Sola Botanical Park, located in the “Old Palma Sola” section of northwest Bradenton. With a rich history in Manatee County, the park was launched in 1990 when local citizens and community groups rallied to save the 10-acre site that had once been the Manatee County Nursery. This 10-acre parcel of land has a protected warm micro-climate, showcasing collections of rare palms, fruits, flowering trees, and other subtropical plants.

    Neal Signature Homes will open its nearby Tideline community in late 2024 and has a history of supporting the communities where its employees live and work.

    Neal Signature Homes Sponsors Palma Sola Botanical Park 2024 Garden Party Gala Dinner
  • Neal Signature Homes Opens Two Models at EVERLY in Wellen Park

    Neal Signature Homes Opens Two Models at EVERLY in Wellen Park

    Two new models, including the Palm Bay 2 (pictured here) will officially open June 15 at Neal Signature Homes’ EVERLY at Wellen Park. The Palm Bay 2, including 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and a three-car garage, is professionally decorated by Charlene Neal PureStyle and features a luxurious pool, spa and outdoor kitchen by Waterscapes Pools & Spas.
    Two new models, including the Palm Bay 2 (pictured here) will officially open June 15 at Neal Signature Homes’ EVERLY at Wellen Park. The Palm Bay 2, including 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and a three-car garage, is professionally decorated by Charlene Neal PureStyle and features a luxurious pool, spa and outdoor kitchen by Waterscapes Pools & Spas.

    LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL (June 7, 2024) - Southwest Florida luxury home builder Neal Signature Homes will officially open two model homes in EVERLY, a new luxury home neighborhood located in the master-planned Wellen Park, on June 15. Catered food and drinks will be served by Morton’s from 11am-2pm and an RSVP is required by visiting https://bit.ly/3VvhPtW.

    EVERLY is Wellen Park’s first luxury and custom home neighborhood, as well as its first multi-homebuilder neighborhood. EVERLY offers spacious, lakefront and wetland-view private homesites that are close to Downtown Wellen that features restaurants, shopping, entertainment venues, a splash pad, the Grand Lake and trail, featuring 2.8 miles of pedestrian paths.

    “We are excited to have these models open for new homebuyers to see the kind of personalization that is possible in this prestigious and beautiful neighborhood in Wellen Park,” says Pat Neal, founder and chairman of Neal Signature Homes and Neal Communities.

    The eight available floor plans for EVERLY range from 2,562 to 4,189 square feet with pricing starting in the $900s. Floor plans are bright, airy and spacious with an abundance of natural light and the builder’s characteristic blend of indoor and outdoor living. Customizable options allow homeowners to personalize their homes.  Homesites span 75-feet or 85-feet with select lots fronting along a 50-acre lake for prime sunset views.  Neal Signature Homes began selling in EVERLY last June and 11 homes have already sold.

    Neal Signature Homes is introducing a 70’ product at EVERLY, with the community featuring both 60’ and 70’ products.  The Palm Bay 2 model is a 70’ product, featuring 3,138 square feet of air-conditioned living space, including 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and a three-car garage with a modern farmhouse look. This model includes an optional casita, showing how this flexible additional space can be used for multi-generational family living, a live-in nanny or accommodate guests. The Ravenna model, with 3,004 square feet of air-conditioned living space, features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a three-car garage with a British West Indies look.

    Luxury living in EVERLY will be complemented by extensive amenities, offering unique gathering areas for socializing and relaxing inside and out. The clubhouse and separate state-of-the-art fitness center will enhance an active lifestyle and feature modern farmhouse architecture - with a covered poolside veranda and steep sloping roofs adding to the openness of inside spaces, including a social hall with a kitchen and reception area. The outdoor area features a relaxing dining area with a fire pit to enjoy with neighbors. Additional amenities include a resort pool and spa with private cabanas, beach area, pickleball courts, a chip-and-putt golf facility, and more.

    Outdoor recreation enthusiasts will enjoy access to the future Oakheart Nature Trail, which will wind alongside EVERLY’s featured 50-acre lake.

    Wellen Park is one of the best-selling communities in the nation, according to national real estate consulting firms RCLCO and John Burns.

    “We are bringing attainable luxury to the center of this incredible project, with easy access to Downtown Wellen, which gives residents a growing variety of options for dining, shopping and entertainment in a true lifestyle destination,” says Carlos Puente, president of Neal Signature Homes.

    EVERLY is located near the brand-new College Preparatory Academy, which is currently under construction and accepting applications for the 2023-24 school year. The EVERLY neighborhood is also walkable to the future Sarasota County School District high school and K-8 school site delivering Fall 2025.

    Learn more about Neal Signature Homes in EVERLY at Wellen Park by visiting www.nealsignaturehomes.com/everly.

    Two new models, including the Ravenna (pictured here) will officially open June 15 at Neal Signature Homes’ EVERLY at Wellen Park. The Ravenna, including 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a three-car garage, is professionally decorated by Charlene Neal PureStyle and features a luxurious pool, spa and outdoor kitchen by Waterscapes Pools & Spas.
    Two new models, including the Ravenna (pictured here) will officially open June 15 at Neal Signature Homes’ EVERLY at Wellen Park. The Ravenna, including 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and a three-car garage, is professionally decorated by Charlene Neal PureStyle and features a luxurious pool, spa and outdoor kitchen by Waterscapes Pools & Spas.
  • Neal Communities and Neal Signature Homes Win Multiple Awards at the Parade of Homes Awards Gala

    Neal Communities and Neal Signature Homes Win Multiple Awards at the Parade of Homes Awards Gala

    Neal Communities, southwest Florida’s premier, private homebuilder; Neal Signature Homes, the company’s luxury division; and Waterscapes Pools & Spas, part of the Neal Communities family of companies; earned a total of eight awards at the Parade of Homes Awards Gala held on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota. The formal event had an “Under the Sea” theme and honored builders and subcontractors for the best of the 2024 Parade of Homes.

    Neal Signature Homes

    Neal Communities was recognized in the Communities category for Grand Park, a new neighborhood in south Sarasota that features homes with British West Indies design, lush landscaping and resort-style amenities, starting from $442,900. Neal Communities also won two awards in the Single Family Homes category for the Sea Mist model in Wildleaf at North River Ranch in Parrish and the Sanibel at the Boca Royale Golf & Country Club in Englewood. In addition, Neal Communities won an award for the Tidewater at Vicenza in Venice for the Multi-Family category offering four or fewer residences.

    Neal Signature Homes

    Neal Signature Homes received awards for two model homes in the Single Family Homes category, the Carlotta 2 at The Alcove at Waterside in Lakewood Ranch and the Cortina at Aria in Venice. Both are three-bedroom, two-bath homes with large walk-in closets in the master bathroom, oversized walk-showers, two separate sink vanities and private water closets. Customizable options are available, such as an expanded lanai from the master bedroom, outdoor kitchens and pool baths

    Neal Signature Homes

    Both the Carlotta 2 and the Cortina also won awards for pool design. The pools were designed and built by Waterscapes Pools & Spas, which is part of the Neal Communities family of companies.

    “We were among excellent company in all of the categories, and we are honored to accept these awards on behalf of the entire Neal Communities and Neal Signatures Homes team,” said Carlos Puente, vice president of sales and marketing for Neal Communities and president of Neal Signature Homes. “We are proud of the work we do and the homes we offer to the community, and grateful for this recognition.”

    Neal Communities has been building homes in Southwest Florida for more than 50 years and has received numerous awards. Their customer service, commitment to quality and elegant floor plans make them one of the most sought-after home builders in the area.

    A program of the Suncoast Builders Association, the Parade of Homes Manatee & Sarasota Counties offers the public an opportunity to visit six communities and tour 100 model homes spanning Sarasota and Manatee counties. The homes showcase the latest innovations in design, energy conservation and sustainability. The homes will be open through March 28, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. The Parade of Homes is self-guided, and there is no charge to tour the homes.

  • A Guide to Home Pricing

    A Guide to Home Pricing

    There is no feeling quite like the excitement of purchasing and creating a luxurious new construction home in a neighborhood you love. From the day you make the purchase to your move-in day, the excitement builds as you see your vision come to life. As one of Southwest Florida’s premier luxury homebuilders, Neal Signature Homes is dedicated to matching you to a home that allows you to experience The Luxury of Living Well.

    While a luxury home is always worth the wait, deciding what your personal budget should be is crucial. New construction allows you to tailor a floorplan to your tastes, but this comes with additional costs, creating the total sales price of the home. Before you buy, you need to ensure that your personal budget closely reflects the complete cost of the home and your chosen selections.

    The total sales price consists of five items:

    1. The Base Price - The starting point for your homebuying decision, the base price is the general cost, factoring in the labor and materials required to create the home. This also includes the standard features offered such as the bedrooms, bathrooms, generous island and lanai.

    2. Homesite Premiums - When it comes to building your new home, homesite location can be everything. Some offer gorgeous water views while others provide additional privacy. This is where a premium plays into a home’s final price. A premium is the additional cost for the homesite based on its unique advantages and desirability within the community. If you are looking for a homesite with a specific feature, make sure this is factored into your budget.

    3. Structural Options - One major advantage that new construction homes possess is how they can be customized to your liking. Some may opt to extend their lanai and others may want to convert a secondary bedroom into a guest suite if family members come for extended stays. While this decision-making process is exciting, these options also come with additional costs, adding to the final selling price. When looking through homes, take note of the customizations offered and carefully plan for this part of the final price. If you’re having a hard time deciding what options may work best for your luxury home, we offer interactive floor plans for each home design, so you can have an immediate idea of how a customization impacts the layout. If you have questions regarding other customizations not seen in the plan, our design consultants are more than happy to assist with this.

    4. Design Finishes - Another important piece of the final selling price is the design finishes. This element reflects your own personal tastes and differentiates your home from others, so you will want to consider what you would like to see. This customization is especially apparent in bathrooms and kitchens, where you can make selections for your island, colors, countertops and light fixtures. Carefully consider these options as you decide what finishing touches make your home stand out.

    Before meeting your design consultant, we provide future homeowners with access to a wish list to fill out beforehand. As you browse the options, you will be able to see their associated price levels. This can help you better understand the additional costs of your home and be a guiding hand for your personal budget.

    5. Pool - A lanai is the perfect location for relaxation, but you can elevate this to the highest level with a pool. These private paradises offer plenty of visual appeal and chances for outdoor entertainment, turning your home into a true luxury. Thanks to our premier pool builder, Waterscapes Pools & Spas, you can create a pool and an outdoor kitchen tailored to your own personal tastes. While purely optional, pools can bring a home together beautifully. If you enjoy refreshing dips in those blue waters, make sure the costs of a pool are considered for your final selling price.

    It’s always important to consider what impacts the final investment in a new home. Our team members’ dedication to quality and expertise in creating breathtaking homes will ensure you are putting your trust in a company that cares about the homes being built. If you are ready to create your first semi-custom luxury home, contact us online today.

  • Neal Signature Homes Wins Gold as Bradenton’s Best

    Neal Signature Homes Wins Gold as Bradenton’s Best

    At Neal Signature Homes, The Luxury of Living Well goes beyond your beautiful home and neighborhood. We build our communities in cities that allow homeowners to thrive in every aspect of life. That’s why we a proud builder in Bradenton, a city teeming with hidden gems that make every day an exciting adventure.

    The Bradenton Herald recently released its annual “Bradenton’s Best” edition. This magazine honors local businesses in a variety of categories for being “the best of” the city. These awards are particularly meaningful as the winners are decided by votes of current Manatee County residents.

    We are incredibly honored that we took the top spot in the “Best Custom Home Builder” category! As one of Southwest Florida’s most storied homebuilders, we’ve provided homeowners with the opportunities to bring their vision of home to life in communities such as The Estuary and River Wind. These spacious, beautiful floorplans have many options for customizations, allowing homeowners to develop a design capturing their idea of the Florida lifestyle.

    We are also thrilled to offer our “On Your Lot” program in Bradenton. “On Your Lot” allows homeowners to transform a piece of hand-picked land into a homesite. Customers will work with our design team, selecting one of our award-winning floorplans as their new residence. These designs have an unparalleled level of customization, making a gorgeous dream home a reality.

    We are honored to receive this distinction from Bradenton’s public and to continue developing more homes in this area and the rest of Southwest Florida. To start your exciting homebuilding adventure, contact us here.

  • Neal Signature Homes Breaks Ground on Saint Lucia Neighborhood in  Boca Royale Golf & Country Club

    Neal Signature Homes Breaks Ground on Saint Lucia Neighborhood in Boca Royale Golf & Country Club

    The Pacific Grove is one of the newest floorplans in the St. Lucia neighborhood

    Lakewood Ranch-based home builder Neal Signature Homes recently broke ground on a new neighborhood within Boca Royale Golf & Country Club in Englewood, Florida.

    The new neighborhood within Boca Royale, named St. Lucia, includes 26 single-family homes on Nicklaus Court. The premier homebuilder is currently pre-selling homes by appointment only.

    The Neal Signature Homes in this neighborhood includes four floor plans. The Newport, Pebble Beach and Oceanside plans range from 2,726 square foot to 3,053 square foot with up to four bedrooms and four bathrooms. The Pacific Grove floor plan is 3,209 square feet with up to five bedrooms and four bathrooms.

    The neighborhood is within a short distance of an 18-hole golf course, driving range and putting green. Other nearby amenities include a Georgian-style clubhouse with casual and fine dining, pool and spa, a fitness room and tennis, bocce ball and croquet courts.

    The Newport is one of the newest floorplans in the St. Lucia neighborhood

    “This new section in our Boca Royale community is the perfect fit for Neal Signature Homes and its well-appointed floorplans,” said Pat Neal, chair and founder of Neal Communities. “St. Lucia provides an exciting opportunity for existing Boca Royale residents to move up without leaving the community they love,”

    Located on Englewood Road, Boca Royale Golf & Country Club is within close proximity to saltwater fishing, boating and beaches. Englewood’s downtown Dearborn Street offers shops and dining. The community is close to Wellen Park and a short drive to CoolToday Park, home of the Atlanta Braves spring training facility and stadium. Downtown Wellen is projected to complete construction during the fourth quarter of 2022, and will include 175 lakefront acres of dining, shopping and entertainment.

    For more information about Boca Royale Golf & Country Club - St. Lucia, visit NealSignatureHomes.com/Boca-Royale-Golf-Country-Club-St-Lucia-Now-Selling or call (855) 440-7587.

  • Tips for Having a Successful Design Studio Session

    Tips for Having a Successful Design Studio Session

    Your dream home is a significant but exciting investment. By nature, the design process requires an abundance of decisions which can cause stress about how the final product will look. That’s why your Design Studio session at Neal Signature Homes is the key to minimizing any uncertainty with assistance from our seasoned design experts. Our team members help navigate your future luxury home’s design options to understand your vision and then bring it to life.

    These appointments should be an enjoyable experience, but it requires making choices that capture the idea of home for you. By doing some pre-appointment preparation, you can walk into these sessions feeling ready to create with our team and fully enjoy this step in the home ownership journey.

    To prepare for a successful Design Studio appointment, keep these tips in mind:

    1. Set a budget

    Before making any selections, think about how much you want to spend on customizations for your floor plan. The addition of certain features or materials have added costs, so you should create a general budget outline before your appointment. Carefully think through what you want for your luxury home, determine how you want to make use of the space and factor these into your financial plan. Refine your budget further by creating a list of preferred features and order them by importance. What items are the must-haves? Doing this can show you what matters most while staying within a set amount.

    “A design session should be a fun event, but many people are really stressed out about how to spend their budget and that it can’t withstand what they really want,” says Cindy Sherman, one of Neal Signature Homes’ design consultants. “I usually have a discussion about how they will be using the space to help customers understand what they really want for their dream home.”

    To prepare our team for an appointment, future homeowners are given access to a wish list to fill out beforehand.  You will be able to point out certain features you would like to see and their associated price levels. To help better understand your budget, a wish list can be a guiding hand.

    2. View the Model Homes

    Budgeting is important, but it can also make homeowners feel torn on what they want to see in their dream home. To alleviate the stress of those decisions, touring model homes matching your floor plan is highly suggested. It can be beneficial to see a model’s finishes in person, allowing you to visualize your luxury home on a larger scale.

    Another benefit of model homes is they often include most, if not all of the customizations a floor plan offers. If you are deciding on certain features, walk through the model home and take note of how a certain customization fits into your intended lifestyle. You can then visualize which features make your daily life easier and be more decisive on what works for your luxury home.

    If you want to get a snapshot of how certain features fit into a home before going to a model, we offer interactive floor plans for each home on our site. This can give you an immediate idea of the home’s layout and show how a customization will impact a certain space.

    3. Bring Pictures to Your Appointment

    Kitchens and bathrooms are often the most popular spots for customizations, but owners might feel overwhelmed on deciding how to personalize these areas. We recommend bringing images of these rooms highlighting what you want. Pictures can be a great starting point for a discussion with your consultant, allowing them to guide you on how to make these rooms feel truly unique to you.

    4. Research Appliances for the Kitchen and Laundry Rooms

    When designing your kitchen and laundry rooms, you will create spaces that will be stylish and highly functional. To get the most out of them, spend time doing your own research for appliances. Appliances can also match the style of your luxury home while maintaining their functionality. There are a host of stores that offer these items, so think carefully about these room setups and what items take priority.

    5. Be Happy with Your Final Decisions

    Your family and friends can be invaluable resources in making your home design choices, so make sure you get their input before your session. This can help you decide on what will look best for your home. However, once you finish your appointment, don’t obsess over the final choices you made. Our design team is here to help you create a setting that will bring tremendous joy from the moment you move in. You should also feel very accomplished, knowing you created a design that matters to you!

    “At the end of our two days, they [the future homeowners] always like to stand back and admire what they’ve pulled together,” Sherman says. “It’s both a sense of accomplishment and relief they helped plan their home!”

    Create and Experience the Neal Difference

    If you are ready to create your first semi-custom luxury home, let Neal Signature Homes provide you with an unforgettable experience. From choosing one of our award-winning floor plans to designing your personal paradise, our team members’ dedication to quality and expertise in creating breathtaking homes will ensure you are putting your trust in a company that cares about the homes being built and the people who live in them.

    “The team at Neal Signature cares about each facet of the process and beyond. In Design, our team has fun taking their vision and building it into reality!”

    For more information about the communities Neal Signature Homes serves, contact us online today.

  • Building a Home That’s a Natural Fit

    Building a Home That’s a Natural Fit

    Tashara Cronshaw and her fiancé, Kevin, had been searching for the perfect spot to build their dream home. “We wanted a piece of property that was not in a traditional neighborhood,” she says. “We’re both outdoorsy people, and we really wanted a place that was in nature.”

    After several years of looking off and on, they found that perfect site in east Manatee County. A little more than an acre, it was bordered by a preserve and small lake, providing a picturesque buffer from neighboring homes.

    “I literally got goosebumps,” says Tashara. “I looked at Kevin and said, ‘This is our future home.’ It was such an exciting experience to find this spot in nature that was so gorgeous.”

    Once they had their property, Tashara and Kevin knew just where to turn for the next step. As vice president of human resources for Neal Communities, Tashara was already familiar with Neal Signature Homes’ “On Your Lot” program, through which clients can build a home tailored to their tastes and preferences on a piece of land they’ve hand-picked. She knew that the Neal Signature team would advise them every step of the way during their first experience building a luxury, semi-custom home.

    “The team held our hands throughout the whole journey,” she says. “We had never built a home before, and we had so many people come together and guide us through the whole process. It was definitely an outstanding experience.”

    Thinking Big in the Kitchen

    The couple toured various models to find the best floor plan for their home. Tashara loves to cook and entertain, so a kitchen that was both beautiful and highly functional was a major must-have.

    “I love to be creative in the kitchen,” she says. “I love to cook homemade soups and stews and things like that. I just like to play and have fun.”

    They fell in love with the Fenwick floor plan, because it had both a spacious kitchen and café area plus a dining room where Tashara and Kevin could gather with family and friends for more formal meals. “A lot of floor plans today don’t offer that,” she says. “I loved the Fenwick because it gave us the opportunity to still have a formal family dinner table, plus an open floor plan that was wonderful for cooking and entertaining.”

    The Fenwick was almost perfect. But Tashara wanted to make a few tweaks - and the Neal Signature team was happy to oblige. “One of the things I loved about building with Neal Signature Homes was the customization aspect, being able to have your wishes and dreams and vision come true,” she says.

    While the Fenwick floor plan included a kitchen island, Tashara had seen an even bigger island at another model and had her heart set on something like that. “It was massive, and I loved it,” she says. “But it was far bigger than the one specified in the Fenwick floor plan. So we called the Neal Signature team and talked to them about the prospect of putting in a massive island in my kitchen. Of course, they made it happen.”

    The team also relocated air-conditioning handlers to create a walk-in pantry with shelving and a countertop that helps Tashara whip up dishes with ease. Every time she walks into the kitchen and sees those custom touches, it brings her joy.

    “It’s a chef’s dream to have all this space,” she says. “It was exciting to have the ability to make these changes that were important to us in our home.”

    Bringing the Outside In

    The kitchen wasn’t the only element that Tashara and Kevin customized to create a home that was truly personalized just for them. Neal Signature Homes angled the house during the permit planning process to maximize views of the lake. The team also redesigned the back of the home to incorporate three 10-foot, disappearing-wall sliders for easy access to the couple’s relaxing lanai and Waterscapes pool and unobstructed views of the lush preserve area.

    “That basically made the whole back of the house glass, so we could see the preserve and see nature,” says Tashara. “It is just breathtaking. The pine trees and the maturity of the property were so important to us. When they laid out the floor plan and added that, it was like the icing on the cake.”

    Kevin didn’t want a traditional Mediterranean Revival look for the exterior of the home. Adjustments were made to the elevation to give the home a British West Indies architectural style.

    “They really customized the exterior to suit what was important to Kevin,” says Tashara. “When I come home, I sometimes stop in the driveway and literally sit there and admire the house. The attention to detail is so amazing.”

    Experiencing the Neal Difference

    At every point in the process, there was a Neal team member to guide the couple and make the experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. Ben Renner, area construction manager for Neal Signature Homes, helped them from start to finish.

    “I knew he was very passionate about the building industry, and that was very important to me,” says Tashara. “We never felt alone or that we didn’t have the expertise, thanks to him. You could even feel his smile through the phone when he had updates for us.”

    Making all the design selections for a semi-custom home can feel like a nerve-wracking task. “As a first-time home builder, it was kind of overwhelming to know we were going to be making every selection in this home,” says Tashara. “We were scared about making bad choices.”

    Marcela Serio, their Design Studio consultant, put those fears to rest. She helped them envision their new home and make choices they’d be happy with for a long time.

    “We had such confidence in Marcela during our appointment,” says Tashara. “She offered her professional advice and years of experience to help us make decisions. She learned about us and what was important to us to help bring it all together into this one beautiful package.”

    The couple settled into their new luxury home in June 2020, and they appreciate how much thought and effort Neal put into their experience. Throughout the process, they never felt rushed to make a decision, demonstrating how Neal emphasizes the importance of the end result to their homebuyers.

    “I have no complaints, because everything is exactly the way that we envisioned it,” says Tashara. “It’s such an exciting thing to have accomplished something like this and to be able to create this dream home.”

    Now her whole family gathers around the island as she cooks, admires the views from the expansive lanai, and spends weekends playing in the pool. “It’s such a beautiful place for our family to come together and enjoy,” she says.

    She and Kevin get to spend every day living in a home they created situated in the kind of natural setting they love. “We get to sit outside on this beautiful lanai and hear the waterfall from the pool, and it’s just this very relaxing experience,” she says. “We have these big, beautiful sliders, and it’s like nature comes inside. We get to enjoy watching the deer and gopher tortoises and the fox that runs through our yard. It’s literally a dream come true.”

  • Selecting the Perfect Homesite

    Selecting the Perfect Homesite

    Recently purchased lot of future homesite

    Building a new home is an exhilarating experience. You can choose your preferred style for the future homesite along with the right number of bed and bathrooms to fit your lifestyle. Neal Signature Homes’ “On Your Lot” program creates a perfectly tailored experience for future homeowners in Sarasota and Manatee counties, culminating in the creation of a luxury home you can smile at every time you pull up to the driveway.

    However, the style of your home is not the only thing you need to consider. The placement of your home is just as important. You will want to build your future home on land suitable to your needs and desires, something that can be quite overwhelming for homeowners.

    If you are wondering how to find your dream site in Southwest Florida, here are several tips to narrow your search.

    Location, Location, Location

    Location is everything when choosing your homesite, especially for a custom luxury home. You will obviously want to live close to important things like your job, family and leisurely activities. However, you need to consider other questions: How much do entertainment and the beach matter? Do you need easy access to doctors and hospitals? Do you want to be near family?

    These are just a few questions to ask yourself, but they create a snapshot of your dream location. You should also consider a homesite’s proximity to basic necessities like grocery stores, restaurants, schools and anything you tend to frequent. Ensure you get exactly what you want from the environment.

    Your Neighborhood and You

    If you are buying a homesite and torn between several offering what you want, we suggest researching the neighborhoods they inhabit. This will help you decide on a community you feel comfortable with and ensure your site is in an ideal area.

    Sarasota offers numerous neighborhoods adhering to a diverse pool of lifestyles. Each leverages its own style of Florida living and other key factors such as being close to the water or staying close to the downtown area. Where you decide to build your future boils down to your own preferences.

    You also need to factor in how certain neighborhoods’ amenities and offerings adhere to your idea of the Florida lifestyle. Some neighborhoods offer a plethora of chic restaurants, others are more activity-based and some are closer to nature. Find the neighborhood that fits your interests and the life you want to live.

    If you are uncertain about neighborhoods to look at, we can help. Neal Signature Homes has limited pre-purchased homesites in some of Sarasota and Manatee Counties’ premier neighborhoods. You can fill out our contact form and be informed of our availability.

    Planning Your Vision

    While budget is one factor for choosing a homesite, another should be the size of your custom home. Think about the estimated square footage of this future dream home and any features you will want to include. You don’t need to have all the answers right away, but this basic framework can help you decide if a homesite is meant for you. There are several factors to consider:

    1. Is the land buildable? - When it comes to building a luxury home, not every homesite is equal. When researching a potential lot, look into zoning and deed requirements, as well as any factors that might impede the building process. You will want to ensure your site does not create a hindrance for your home.
    2. The shape - It is always beneficial to have some idea of what your home will look like. Select a homesite that accommodates your vision.
    3. Room for everything - The home site should be large enough to accommodate the elements you want to see in your home.
    4. Landscaping - If you want to leverage the environment, be mindful of any natural formations that might add more visual appeal. Landscaping can be done with construction, but the natural area can cut costs without needing to develop an overwhelming aesthetic.

    In consultation with you, Neal Signature Homes offers many award-winning floor plans featuring modern, luxurious designs and spacious layouts. We offer many selections to choose from and once you find a design able to realize your vision, you can look at the various ways to personalize the home. This provides the opportunity to really visualize your future home and let your creativity soar.

    Home With a View

    While it may seem like a trivial detail at the time, the view from your future homesite can have a significant impact on your life. Imagine waking up to the scenic view of a lake or owning a piece of property featuring gorgeous sunsets. When reviewing potential homesites, walk around the land to get an idea of potential views from every angle. Such a simple detail can make a world of difference when making such a momentous decision.

    Once you select your ideal property, let Neal Signature Homes actualize the luxury home you’ve always dreamed of. With the skills of Southwest Florida’s most trusted private homebuilder, you can rest easy knowing your home will be built to the highest standards in quality and exemplify The Luxury of Living Well.

  • Luxury Homes On Your Lot

    Luxury Homes On Your Lot

    For homebuyers, finding a luxury dream home can be an exciting and sometimes, overwhelming process. You have an idea of what you want, but can’t find the right location. Or, you have the location, you just need the right builder.  This option requires land already owned, surveyed and entitled. Luckily, Neal Signature Homes has a service that fits this option.

    Dedicated to bringing a customer’s vision of home to life, Neal Signature Homes is thrilled to offer the “On Your Lot” program in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Now, you can build a luxury home built to your tastes, backed by the skills and craftsmanship of Southwest Florida’s most trusted private homebuilder.

    What “On Your Lot” Means

    This program allows you to have a customized homebuilding experience with a luxury home on your own homesite. To start, our knowledgeable experts survey the property to understand the landscape. Neal Signature Homes looks at the nature of the land, quality of earth and the surrounding environment to get a proper idea of how to bring your dream to life.

    Selecting The Right Design

    In consultation with you, and after thorough inspection of your property, Neal Signature Homes will present multiple home designs. These award-winning floor plans offer luxurious, modern designs and spacious layouts. We offer many selections to choose from and once picking a plan, you can look at the various ways to personalize and add your own signature style to the home. This allows the home builders that build on your land to have a plan suited to your lifestyle.

    Each of our floor plans has a starting price and future homeowners will receive a quote after adding in their personal options.

    The Signature Design Process

    Next, our teams of experts will get to work on making your dream into a reality. During this exciting time, homeowners might be eager to see the progress made on their home while it is being built. By working with your construction manager, you can be regularly updated on building progress for the home and ask any questions when they arise.

    Upon completion, you will meet with the construction manager and complete an entire tour of the home. Our managers will familiarize you with the equipment and systems they installed. If any questions or concerns pop up during a walkthrough, we will work with you to make sure you are satisfied and excited to enjoy your new home.

    Thanks to the “On Your Lot” program, Neal Signature Homes helps future homeowners build in their ideal location and create a luxury home of their own imaginative design. The offered floor plans and personalized options provide an unparalleled customization experience, allowing you to flex your creative muscles and ensure you enjoy The Luxury of Living Well.

    Learn more about the exhilarating experience provided by our “On Your Lot” program here.