New Phase Of Homes Released

A new opportunity to wake up every morning to the majestic landscapes and natural beauty of the masterplanned community of Big Sky in the hills above Simi Valley has arrived with the release of a new phase of homes at Windstone by Shea Homes.

The 11 residences in the phase are conveniently within walking distance of Big Sky’s public park, where facilities will include four softball fields, a basketball court and a tot lot. Live every home at Windstone, they reflect Shea Homes’ 125 years of caring, which helped earn the company “highest in customer satisfaction with new home builders in Los Angeles/Ventura, Calif.” in the J.D. Power and Associates 2005 New Home Builder Customer Satisfaction Study.

With prices starting in the low $1 million, the Windstone collection makes elegance and prestige an everyday experience with three spacious two-story floorplans. Spanning 4,026 to 4,382 square feet, living areas encompass 4to 6-bedrooms and 4.5to 5.5-baths.

In each plan, unique examples of Shea Homes’ design artistry have been winning rave reviews from homebuyers.

In Plan One, a dramatic 2-story foyer makes a memorable first impression. Overlooking the foyer is a cozy reading alcove with built-in desk at the top of the stairs. An impressive 2-sided fireplace warms both the formal living room and secluded library and the grand master suite takes on the added dimension of an intimate retreat. In addition, every bedroom, including one downstairs that may be selected as a home office, has its own private bath.

In Plan Two, large households have been captivated by a versatile upstairs bonus room that may be selected as a sixth bedroom with bath and an optional super family room. Design standouts also include a graceful curving staircase, a charming porte cochere leading to the entry and an inviting side courtyard.

A curing staircase also establishes the grandeur of Plan Three, which is introduced by a stately rotunda entry crowned by a turret. Added touches of luxury range from a private bath adjoining every bedroom and a spacious master suite retreat to a hobby room and an optional wine closet.

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Residents of Windstone will benefit from the unique advantages that make Big Sky one of Southern California’s most desirable master-planned communities.

To take advantage of the excellent selection in the new phase of Windstone at Big Sky, exit the 118 Freeway at Erringer Road and drive north, following the signs to Big Sky. Furnished models are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Fridays, when hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Additional information is available by calling Sharon Stapleton or Wendy Fredette, community representatives, at (805) 732-9045 or visiting the website bigskysimi.com.

Shea Homes of Southern California is a division of Shea Homes Limited Partnership, an independent member of the Shea family of companies, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary. Over the past century and a quarter, members of the Shea family and their companies have accomplished many milestones, including completing work on the foundation of the Golden Gate Bridge, working on San Francisco’s Bay Area Rapid Transit System and serving as a managing partner for the construction of the Hoover Dam.

Yet Shea Homes’ most satisfying achievements continue to revolve around listening to its customers’ needs and satisfying those needs by providing an extensive selection of new home floor plans and quality workmanship in the finest neighborhoods and communities available today. Shea Homes is also investing in the future of children and communities across America by sponsoring a multi-faceted literacy awareness program that urges parents to “Read with Your Child 15 Minutes a Day.” For more information, please visit the website sheahomes.com.