Choosing a Northern Kentucky Master Planned Community: Hear From First Homeowners

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No more snow shoveling or lawn mowing? It’s just one of the reasons Mike and Lori Baker chose a patio home by Drees Homes at Rivers Pointe Estates. Hear more from the Bakers, our first Rivers Pointe homeowners, about their favorite parts of life in this new Northern Kentucky master planned community

Mike and Lori had their eye on Rivers Pointe for a long time. They loved the vision and future plan for the neighborhood, specifically the community space and walking trails. “Once there was information available online, we visited the site frequently to check on progress, view updates and learn more about the community,” Lori says. 

When choosing the style and floor plan of the home they wanted to build in our Northern Kentucky master planned community, there were a few things on their “must have” list. “We wanted a patio home so we wouldn’t have to worry about mowing our lawn or shoveling snow,” Lori says. “Both of us work full time and we want to spend our off hours traveling and enjoying the neighborhood.” They knew what they wanted inside their future home, too. “We wanted a one-floor open concept floor plan with beautiful outdoor space to enjoy the view of the woods. This home checked off every box for us.”

A Perfect Fit

The Bakers’ home is over 3,400 square feet including their finished lower level, and has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. They chose this specific floor plan because “it allowed us to have our bedroom and office on the first floor. When our son comes to visit he has his own space in the walkout lower level.”

The finished lower level serves as both home gym and party space. “We have our exercise equipment and a large screen TV down there, as well, which is perfect for watching the Bengals football and UK basketball games with family and friends.” Lori says what really sold them on their home was the outdoor fireplace and covered back patio. “We added a television and speakers to listen to music and watch TV while we sit by the fire. I enjoy a glass of wine while Mike has a bourbon. It’s a great way to end a long day or have a cup of coffee first thing in the morning.”

Northern Kentucky Master Planned Community Amenities

The building process of the Bakers’ home went very smoothly. “We actually purchased a market home because it literally had everything we planned to purchase in our new home. It was a great advantage because it allowed us to move in nine months earlier than we first anticipated,” Lori says. 

Not only are the Bakers loving their new home, but they are very excited about the planned features for Rivers Pointe. “We love the walking trails and we are looking forward to the pool and other amenities opening,” Lori says. 

The couple’s orientation to the community started with a personal tour. “John Toebben took a group of us on a tour of the six miles of trails in the neighborhood. This was great because we learned more about the woods surrounding our homes and it gave us a chance to meet several of our neighbors.

“This community really has a neighborly feel to it and it’s great!” she says. “We look forward to the community events and getting to know the families that will be our neighbors.”

There’s so much to enjoy at Rivers Pointe: Take advantage of all the current features and those in store by building your new home. Contact us for more information or schedule a personal tour with Rivers Pointe developer John Toebben. 

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