There was a strong need for this type of community here. Besides the Montgomery Hills townhome community, Matzel and Mumford also recently opened sales for two enclaves of single-family homes in Wall Township. The larger enclave, Sheridan Woods, provides 15 wooded lots that range up to more than 2 acres. Six different designs are offered, ranging from about 3,500 square feet to nearly 4,400 square feet. Amenities at the Sheridan communities include volume ceilings, wood-burning fireplaces, ceramic or hardwood floors in the foyer, a kitchen with center island and oak cabinets.
Some plans offer a sitting room in the master suite, a maid's room and a conservatory.
K. Hovnanian Cos. also conducted numerous focus groups with buyers. Extensive creative sessions with design professionals also are standard operating procedure, says Ara Hovnanian, president and CEO of the Red Bank-based company. He notes that led to the introduction of its Four Seasons series of active adult communities. Among the newest is the Four Seasons at Chester community. The community comprises about 120 attached carriage homes, all with two-car garages and basements.