Dream homes become reality amid show-stopping surroundings

From enjoying what one homeowner calls “the best sunset views” he’s ever seen to unwinding with a round of golf at the Canyon Farms golf course, Cottonwood Canyon residents have no shortage of ways to immerse themselves in the community’s picturesque surroundings. As a result, Cottonwood Canyon is much more than a place to call home, it’s a lifestyle experience that unites exemplary residential architecture, a convenient Lenexa location and abundant natural beauty that includes native grasses and flowers, water features, bluffs and more.

Duane and Debbie Henderson were among the first families to purchase a home in Cottonwood Canyon and spend their time enjoying what Duane called “outstanding views” from the deck of their home, as well as playing golf at Canyon Farms, which winds throughout the community in a thoughtful design that merges residences and recreation. The golf course, like Cottonwood Canyon, reflects careful attention to planning and detail.

“All 18 holes are unique,” Duane said. “We’ve played a lot of courses and at most of them, the holes look alike when you get up to the tee. When you’re out here, no hole looks like another.”

Golf season may be winding down as colder days arrive, but there’s never been a better time to buy a home in Cottonwood Canyon. Prospective homeowners can select from 23 new home sites, including eight premier golf and lake home sites. Combine those unmatched locations with floor plans from some of Kansas City’s best builders, and prospective homeowners have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make their dream home a reality.

Cottonwood Canyon features homes from Starr Homes, Don Julian Builders, B.L. Rieke Custom Homes, Brown Midwest Homes, Curtis Befort Custom Homes and Prime Homes, giving prospective homeowners no shortage of designs to choose from, whether they opt for a speculative home or prefer to work with a builder on a custom-built residence. Home prices vary from $450,000 to over $1 million.

The community’s impressive homes and idyllic surroundings are further enhanced by a maintenance-provided lifestyle and low homeowner association dues ($150 monthly) that include snow removal, trash and lawn care. Future development will include a pool and neighborhood gathering area, completing the vacation-like retreat that’s just minutes from Interstate 435, the flourishing Lenexa City Center mixed-use development and the new Civic Center.

Prospective homeowners ready to explore Cottonwood Canyon are encouraged to view a furnished model from Starr Homes, now available for sale. Perched on an enviable cul-de-sac location that overlooks the water, the Starr Homes-built home features an open layout that’s further enhanced by light, spa-like coloring accented by rich, warm woodwork. A main-level master suite stands ready as a relaxation-inducing haven complete with an oversized bathtub and a dream closet. A second main-level bedroom can easily be transformed into an office. Follow a dramatic, curved staircase to the home’s lower level, a light-filled space that includes a wine cellar and bar, perfect for entertaining.

To experience all that Cottonwood Canyon has to offer, including the unparalleled views and vistas, visit CottonwoodCanyon.info or contact the on-site community marketing team at 913-492-4444 or at cottonwoodcanyonks@gmail.com.

This story was originally published October 31, 2015 at 7:00 PM with the headline "Dream homes become reality amid show-stopping surroundings."