Village Grande at Bear Creek - West Windsor, NJ

Village Grande at Bear Creek Overview

Village Grande at Bear Creek is an active adult community located in West Windsor in desirable Mercer County, New Jersey. This resale-only community has tree-lined streets in a quiet residential neighborhood. There are plenty of gardens, flower beds, and ponds with fountains. Open fields further enhance the neighborhood ambiance and two miles of scenic walking paths wind throughout Village Grande at Bear Creek.

This 55 and better community contains 540 exceptional single-family residences, a 15,000 square-foot clubhouse, a full-time activities director, and an evening security gate feature. This age-restricted community requires at least one occupant to be 55 or older and no one under the age of 19 can reside in the home.

The West Windsor area is convenient for shopping and offers lots of opportunities for off-site recreation. Village Grande at Bear Creek is located at the midpoint of New York City and Philadelphia and has easy access to train service at Princeton Junction as well as the New Jersey Turnpike, making travel to either city very convenient.

Village Grande at Bear Creek Amenities

The attractive 15,000 square-foot clubhouse in Village Grande at Bear Creek is surrounded by beautiful formal gardens and has something for everyone to do. The large state-of-the-art fitness center, complete with indoor pool and sauna, is a great place to work out in style. It also offers activities such as water aerobics, yoga and Tai Chi as well as other exercise classes. The indoor amenities also include a business center with computers, library, ballroom, a billiards room. There are also rooms for meetings, arts and crafts, as well as cards.

Outdoor activities include tennis, bocce, horseshoes, and shuffleboard. There is also a putting green where residents can practice before heading out to the golf courses in the area. A beautiful gazebo and a bird sanctuary are great for simply relaxing outdoors and enjoying the sounds of nature. The grounds also include walking paths with exercise stations. A sparkling outdoor pool completes the amenities at Village Grande at Bear Creek.

Village Grande at Bear Creek Homes & Real Estate

D.R. Horton started construction of Village Grande at Bear Creek in 1999 and the last of the 540 residences was completed in 2004. The six spacious models offer between 1,372 and 2,261 square feet of living space and feature beautiful brick and stone exteriors, 9 ceilings, front porches, open floor plans, and large kitchens with breakfast areas and pantries. All residences feature two-car garages except for the smallest one that has a one-car garage. Many homes in Village Grande at Bear Creek come with family rooms. One model has a library which is perfect for a computer room or home office. Several models feature lofts or kitchen islands. Optional features include sunrooms, screened in porches, and fireplaces. Some of the residences in Village Grande at Bear Creek have desirable water views. Homeowners' association dues are the same for each model.

Village Grande at Bear Creek Lifestyle

Residents of Village Grande at Bear Creek can be as active or laid-back as they want. The clubhouse offers the perfect balance of exercise and recreation, and a full-time activities director plans many on-site social events and day trips. Activities such as art guild, folk dancing, ballroom dancing, line dancing, and knitting as well as clubs for bocce, shuffleboard and table tennis make for healthy minds and bodies. In addition, many neighborhoods in Village Grande at Bear Creek are situated around a center of interest such as a park or gathering area pleasing to the eye and spirit.

Area

Village Grande at Bear Creek is in an outstanding location with historic Princeton just minutes away. Quaint shops and charming restaurants line Nassau Street in Princeton, and its prestigious university offers tours and has many productions at McCarter Theater. Golf lovers will find plenty of courses in the area, among them Mercer Oaks, Cranbury Golf Club, and Forsgate Country Club. Mercer County Park is a popular destination and features athletic fields for all types of sports, hiking and nature trails, a boathouse and marina and many other outdoor amenities suitable for year-round recreation. The park also hosts numerous diverse events, shows, concerts, and festivals. Atlantic City, Philadelphia, New York City, and the Delaware River can all be reached in less than an hour and make great destinations for day trips. Village Grande at Bear Creek has the amenities, homes, and location in West Windsor to make it a great 55+ community in New Jersey.