Traton Homes Unveils First Model Home at Windmill Park

Marietta-based Traton Homes, one of metro Atlanta’s oldest and most innovative homebuilding companies, has unveiled a beautiful new model home at the company’s first Active Lifestyle Community, Windmill Park at Brown’s Farm, in Carrollton, Ga. The Portico D model is a stunning low-maintenance home designed for today’s casual lifestyle, with an open floorplan that makes efficient use of space and channels natural light throughout the home. Special features of the ranch-style home include a master suite on the main floor, conveniently-located laundry room, generous storage space and the added versatility of a second floor walk-up bonus retreat with living area, study, bedroom and full bath. Outdoors, residents will enjoy a private courtyard for dining and seating, accented by a rippling fountain. The model home is located just off Highway 27 at 138 Cottage Hill Road in Carrollton and is open for viewing. www.tratonhomes.com/communities/windmill-park

“Traton Homes has built a solid reputation by designing and building beautiful, high-quality homes throughout the greater Atlanta area for nearly 50 years strong,” said Kimberly Garwood, director of marketing for Traton Homes. “We are thrilled to open our first model home at Windmill Park at Brown’s Farm, bringing a much-needed lifestyle rich opportunity to the Carrollton area. The Portico D model offers an outstanding value with prices starting in the mid $200s. The gourmet kitchen features white linen cabinetry, striking quartz countertops, large island with espresso cabinet, white mosaic tile backsplash and a farmhouse sink. The kitchen is open to the family room with a brick fireplace and cedar beam mantle flanked by built-in cabinetry. The spacious, elegant master suite includes a sitting room and large, luxurious bath.”

The Brown’s Farm property’s heritage harkens back to a young man’s dream. Jim Brown developed a liking for the Carroll County property when he passed by it and thought to himself, “Someday I’m going to own this land.” He purchased the property during the Depression in the early 1920’s. His son, Herman, began a dairy business and erected the windmill to provide running water for the farm. During WWII, the farm transitioned from a dairy to a florist and greenhouse business, and the windmill, which still stands tall today, became a landmark for people traveling along Hwy. 27.

As befits its rich heritage, the community will offer residents low-maintenance living and walkability with a small-town feel. Windmill Park will feature a variety of social and recreational opportunities beginning with the clubhouse, which will serve as the social centerpiece of the community. Windmill Park will also offer sidewalks, pocket parks, pickleball, bocce ball and access to the Carrollton GreenBelt, as well as convenience to great shopping and dining, Tanner Medical Center, and charming downtown Carrollton. When completed, the community will include nearly 200 homes, each with a welcoming front porch and an array of options including walk-up bonus rooms, screened porches and sunrooms.

Windmill Park at Brown’s Farm is Traton Homes’ first active lifestyle community and its first endeavor as an Epcon Franchise Builder. Epcon Communities is known as one of the top lifestyle-rich home developers in the country offering Franchise Builders like Traton Homes the opportunity to expand into the 55+ market by giving them access to proven home designs, development strategies, marketing, sales and national buying programs, and a network of Franchise Builders. “Epcon has a deep breadth of experience and knowledge in the 55+ market and we knew they would be a valuable asset as we embark on this new venture,” said Chris Poston, Traton Homes COO. "We believe Epcon's proven franchise model will give Traton Homes a competitive advantage in the region.”

For more information, contact Brad McLain, new homes representative, at 678-391-9491 or BMcLain@TratonHomes.com, or visit www.TratonHomes.com.

About Traton Homes

Founded nearly 50 years ago, family-owned Traton Homes is one of metro Atlanta’s most established and innovative homebuilding companies. The award-winning firm is known for combining traditional building practices with a passion for the latest systems and styles to create some of greater Atlanta’s most sought-after full-featured townhomes, single-family homes and now, Active Lifestyle communities. Traton blends beautifully-crafted design with top-quality building materials to create homes and communities with enduring appeal, offering an exceptional value. Headquartered in Marietta, Ga., Traton Homes offers “Altogether More” to homeowners in Cobb, Cherokee, North Fulton, South Forsyth and Carroll Counties, including more experience, more impressive architecture, more outstanding features and more rewarding lifestyles in more desirable locations. www.tratonhomes.com

About Epcon

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Epcon is one of the top lifestyle-rich home developers in the country. One of America’s largest home builders, Epcon has integrated smart, innovative designs with the most desirable modern amenities for more than 30 years. Today, more than 30,000 families and individuals call an Epcon community home. By leveraging the company’s proven designs, technology and marketing and sales resources, Epcon Franchise Builders are given a competitive advantage to quickly develop 55+ communities and become a market leader. www.EpconCommunities.com