CLUBHOUSE PREVIEW SPURS SALES AT COVINGTON VILLAGE

Homebuyers continued to affirm the lifestyle benefits available at the elegant Covington Village community in northern Ocean County, by making several purchases following the recent preview of the serene neighborhood’s clubhouse scheduled to open next month. No less than 10 sales contracts were signed during the following week, as the award-winning builder, Matzel Development, prepares to begin Phase II of this midrise condominium community with prices starting in the high $100,000’s.

Hundreds of visitors attended the clubhouse preview, and then went on to experience the spacious, care-free homes that garnered five 2005 S.A.M. (Sales And Marketing) Awards—including Community of the Year—from the New Jersey Builders Association this spring. “Everything we envisioned about this community is coming to fruition for our customers,” said Marge Karahuta, Director of Sales & Marketing for Matzel Development. “The importance of a great community clubhouse to an active adult neighborhood was demonstrated with the rapid rise in sales we have enjoyed since the clubhouse preview.” Karahuta added that, while the builder is beginning Phase II, there are some Covington Village homes available for delivery within 30 days.

“Covington Village was conceived as an active adult community like no other, in offering homebuyers an unparalleled level of spaciousness, privacy, luxury, convenience and overall lifestyle advantages,” explained Karahuta. “As the clubhouse nears completion and with several customers having already occupied their homes, we expect plenty of referral activity, as the word spreads about the fulfilling lifestyle offered here.”

The first community of its kind ever built in Ocean County, Covington Village is surrounded by preserved woodlands that back up to every building. Visitors are greeted by an impressive gated entry highlighted by ornate fountains and ponds that reflect the aura of elegance that permeates the entire neighborhood. Homebuyers many choose from a one bedroom, one bedroom with den or two-bedroom homestyle. All of the buildings at Covington Village boast gracious interior surroundings and furnishings, as well as secure-entry technology.

The clubhouse will feature a fitness center, men’s and women’s lockers and saunas, a hot tub, a billiards room, card room, home theatre, business center, kitchen with available catering, and a wellness center. Just outside the clubhouse, Covington Village homeowners will enjoy an outdoor heated pool and spa, an expansive sundeck and patio area.

To visit: From the north, Garden State Parkway South to Exit 88. At bottom of exit ramp, turn right onto Route 70 West. Proceed 1.4 miles to New Hampshire Ave. and take jug handle across Route 70. Continue to Locust Street and turn right. Proceed to Covington Village main entrance on left. From the south: Garden State Parkway North to Exit 83, to Route 9 North to Route 70 East. Continue 1.3 miles to New Hampshire Avenue and turn right. Proceed on New Hampshire and make first right onto Locust Street. Entrance is just ahead on left. The clubhouse is located diagonally across from the Sales & Information Center. For more information, call 732-730-0021.