Katy Lifestyles & Homes February 2009
West Houston’s Most Dynamic New Destination Offering Endless Possibilities
LAKES OF BELLA TERRA
Lakes of Bella Terra welcomes two new schools and fabulous shops, restaurants
and conveniences opening soon right down the street. The multi-million dollar
Recreation Center features a Jr. Olympic pool, splash pad, tennis and
volleyball courts and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Executive and Estate
Custom Homes by some of West Houston
’s most elite builders offer an array of homes starting in the $170s to the $2
millions with models currently open and offering endless possibilities. To
visit, take Westpark Tollway, (E-Z tag only), or take I-10 West, exit Grand
Parkway/Highway 99. Go South on Grand Parkway to Bellaire Boulevard. Turn right
on Bellaire Boulevard to the Lakes of Bella Terra entrance. For more
information, call 281-342-9920 or visit
www.LakesofBellaTerra.com.
Taking Reservations Now
The Solana at Cinco Ranch
The Solana at Cinco Ranch senior living community is on schedule to open in
September. Its amenity-rich lifestyle will include the full-service Sedona
Salon and Spa, the KT Club, the Crescent Caf
é, a heated, saltwater pool, the Signature Restaurant, Cane Island Wine Bar,
Sienna Theater and more.
The Solana is already accepting reservations, and the initial depositors have
the distinction of being Solana Signature Members, which comes with many
benefits. The on-site Information Center is open Monday through Friday from 9
a.m. until 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from noon until
5 p.m.
Specializing in Fort Bend County and Katy
Casey Pope Properties
Pat Casey and Nicole Pope, owners of Casey Pope Properties, personally offers
you to tour with them a collection of some of Fort Bend
’s finest experiences. They invite you to step into another world and be
surrounded by open spaces, gourmet country charm, with exceptionally
captivating ranches, luxury homes, vineyards and street festivals. Discover for
yourself what Fort Bend has to offer. Casey Pope Properties is located in
Quaint downtown Fulshear, on the main street next door to Wallis State Bank.
They invite you to stop by and relax in their large gazebo. While visiting you
will enjoy viewing their outdoor display case located in the gazebo and filled
with local information and available properties. Stroll down their lighted
pathway and step into their office for any questions and more information or
just to say Hello! Casey Pope Properties will show you a renewed spirit in this
progressively growing community. A new client to them is also a new friend! So
make the journey and let it become your destination; escape is close at hand.
Casey Pope Properties; 281-346-1100.
caseypope.com
Downs at Cinco Ranch
Downs at Cinco Ranch is the premier apartment community in Katy. They offer the
most luxurious one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments that have several custom
home features such as attached garages, island kitchens with granite
countertops and 42-inch solid wood cabinetry.
Their professionally managed staff strives to exceed your expectations by
offering a 30-day satisfaction and a 24-hour maintenance guarantee. They want
their residents to feel like they are a part of a friendly community so they
have a CARES team dedicated to just that.
Come see what all the talk is about and make your new home at Downs at Cinco
Ranch! 2495 S. Mason Road; 281-579-1133.
www.downsatcincoranch.com
Making the Most Out of Your Country Land
capital farm credit
Do you own or dream of owning a place in the country? If so, remember this—just as a kitchen remodel can raise the value of your home, so can simple
improvements increase the value of your rural land.
In real estate, there’s a saying that location is everything, but rural landowners should know that
their land
’s value also may be influenced by improvements such as brush control, fencing,
ponds, sheds, barns, paved lanes or driveways, water wells, reseeded pastures
and enhanced wildlife habitat.
Capital Farm Credit, Texas’ largest rural lender, finances rural property enhancements like these, as well
as country home and land purchases.
For more information, contact the rural lending experts at Capital Farm Credit,
at 1-877-944-5500 or
www.capitalfarmcredit.com.
Firethorne Kindles the Spirit of Community
Firethorne
Firethorne kindles the spirit of community at the Katy ISD Livestock Auction,
when its
“Firethorne Stampede” team bids on champion animals to benefit Future Farmers of America. With 208
new homes sold in 2008 and three new sections under way, Firethorne
’s community is vibrant. And, beautifully appointed models by Perry Homes, David
Weekley Homes, Plantation Homes, Highland Homes, Coventry Homes and Partners In
Building are open. Firethorne offers 150 acres of parks and recreational
amenities, 12-acre lake with greenbelt, sports fields and hike/bike trails.
It’s where the vibrancy of West Houston meets the small-town charm of
Katy/Fulshear. Go to
www.firethorne.info; 281-395-1440.
Kickerillo Company to Build Custom
Homes at Cross Creek Ranch
TRENDMAKER DEVELOPMENT
Kickerillo Company, Houston’s long-time building and development company, and Trendmaker Development Company
jointly announce that Kickerillo Company will be Houston
’s exclusive custom builder in the new master-planned community of Cross Creek
Ranch, a Trendmaker Development located in Fulshear, Texas.
“We are excited to partner with Trendmaker Development to build in the premier
community of Cross Creek Ranch,
” said Vincent Kickerillo, chairman and CEO of Kickerillo Company. “Cross Creek Ranch offers the ‘perfect blend’ of everything people want in a community, while Kickerillo offers all
of the quality, design and comfort that people want in a home.” A builder/developer since 1957, Vincent Kickerillo’s trademark designs have become Houston’s iconic homesteads in over 32 communities in the greater Houston area. Each of
his projects delivers style, function, and value.
Reduce the Stress of Home Ownership!
First Community Credit Union
At First Community Credit Union, they are dedicated to making home financing
less stressful for you, especially when building a new home. Their One-Time
Close keeps things simple by combining your construction and mortgage loan into
one. This means you
’ll only need to qualify-once and close-once! Since there are no duplicate
closing costs, you
’ll save time and money. And, when it’s time to move in your loan converts to permanent financing. It’s that simple at FCCU where they keep it simple to give you peace of mind. Get
started today. Call 281 856-9057. JUMBO LOANS are also available at VERY
competitive rates!
Fort Bend Publishing Group 2008
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