Best of 55+ Communities in Riverside County: Esplanade in Sommers Bend Temecula California
Sommers Bend, the newest development nestled in the heart of Temecula Valley has completely reset the high bar for suburban community living. Track homes are a thing of the past and individuality in beautiful design is here to stay. Since opening just a couple of years ago Sommers Bend has grown to include six different neighborhoods, each with its own ambiance and personality.
Temecula is currently in its peak population, brimming with over 110,000 residents. The United States Census Bureau estimates at least 10.5% of this population are sixty-five years of age and older. Further, 73.3% of those ages fifty-five to fifty-nine participate in the labor force. Although this group makes up a prominent demographic in our little society, Temecula has never established an age-restricted or retirement community. How has this group been ineffectively cared for so long? Thankfully Sommers Bend along with Taylor Morrison homes recognized this vacancy and decided to solve the problem. The solution was Esplanade, an exclusive 55+ “inspired lifestyle” community neighborhood. They even took things a step further by creating the neighborhood to be “resort style living” with equivalent amenities to match; believing every day is a vacation, but you don’t have to pack!
Best of 55+ Communities in Riverside County: Esplanade in Sommers Bend Temecula California
The Esplanade homes are priced from the high $600,000s to low $800,000s with seven-floor plans to choose from. Each plan offers the same three exteriors and general shape of the house to choose from. American farmhouse, french cottage, and prairie are each extremely different but equally beautiful in their appearance. One is guaranteed to charm you!
The first, Plan 1 is part of the Arise Collection. These single-story homes are approximately 1,787 square feet with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. A study, two-car garage, and covered outdoor living area are some of the finest features this floor plan provides.
The Arise Collection continues with slightly larger single-story homes, measuring 1,850 square feet. Here you will have every amenity the first plan has, but two and a half baths and an optional third bedroom have been added.
The plans continue to grow in size, with Plan 3 at approximately 1,967 square feet. The first two stories in the Arise Collection are considered plan 3X. At 2,544 square feet, Plan 3X supports three bedrooms and two and a half baths. However, the second floor is incredibly versatile, and depending on the buyer’s wants and demands the space can be divided into a combination of the following: loft, optional fourth bedroom, optional kitchenette, or third bathroom. The two-story homes in Esplanade are also designed within either the french cottage, American farmhouse, or prairie theme, each one different than the last. Plan 4 begins the Weston Collection, in which 2,062 square feet expands to fit a three-car garage, three beds, two-and-a-half baths, and an optional snore room and multi-gen suite. This layout allows for the largest master bath with an optional walk-in shower, and an optional inside AND outside fireplace.
Plan 5 reaches 2,207 square feet with a two-car garage, three beds, and two and a half baths single story. Rounding out the collection is Plan 6, an impressive three-bed, three half bath one story at approximately 2,318 square feet. The two primary suites draw many to this model. Last but certainly not least, the two-story Plan 7 is the largest home in Esplanade due to 2,318 square feet. Complete with a study, loft, three-car garage, and optional multi-gen suite and game room, this plan really does have it all.
In addition, Esplanade provides the arguably best luxury-style amenities. The resort campus, and included the clubhouse, is exclusively designed for those 55 and older. The highest level of rest and relaxation will be reached at the pool or spa, followed by a fire on the terrace with neighborhood friends who feel like family. For the more lively (competitive) homeowner, jump onto the court for a game of pickleball or bocce ball. Imagine having your own resort-style recreation center with barbeques, and a state-of-the-art fitness center right in your backyard. As residents of Sommers Bend, one must take advantage of its eight-mile multi-use trail system, covering 181 acres of preserved open space. This is ideal for biking, walking, running, or even horseback riding on the equestrian trail.
Without a doubt, Esplanade is the best the city of Temecula has to offer for those searching for age-restricted housing (if not the only option). At the moment there are ready now homes, quick move-in homes, and under-construction homes that will be ready soon. The grounds, homes, and amenities will simply blow you away. Be sure to stop by this week when every day is a vacation!
