Fun Things to Do for Under $10 in Holliston

Looking for some fun and inexpensive summer activities in the Boston suburbs? Check out the Metrowest Daily News' list of top 10 things to do in Holliston for under ten dollars.

Demystifying Energy Star Home Certification: What Benefits Does Energy Star Give to Homeowners?

Visitors to our Balancing Rock Village townhomes for sale in Holliston often ask us what it really means that the units are Energy Star-certified. After all, all the mumbo jumbo about cellulose insulation and thermal-resistant windows can make anyone's head spin.

Using a host of techniques and home products, such as better air sealing, higher quality insulation, double hung windows, and advanced ventilation systems, Energy Star certified homes offer greater comfort and lower costs.

The three important benefits of Energy Star certification are:
* Vastly lower heating costs. Reduced air leakage can bring dramatic cost savings while adding to the effectiveness of the insulation. For those who are downsizing, this is a great choice because they're also saving considerably on heating costs.
* Greater comfort. Increased insulation levels reduce loss of heat in the winter and cold in the summer. These homes are warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and also quieter.
* Better air quality. Mechanical ventilation ensures healthy indoor air quality at all times of the year.

Please contact me if you'd like to learn more about Energy Star, or our beautiful Energy Star certified townhomes for sale in Holliston, MA.

Top Five Reasons to Choose Boston as your Home

Many home buyers today have tremendous global flexibility in choosing where to reside. Here are my top five reasons why the Boston area is a great choice:

1. Stellar public schools. There are wonderful public school choices. For example, the Boston suburbs of Dover and Sherborn have been recognized as having one of the top 100 public high schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and was named among the top five high schools in the state.

2. Strong economy. Boston is consistently singled out for its high family incomes and abundance of jobs at renowned universities as well as high-tech, financial services, and professional services sectors.
Forbes Magazine named Boston among the cities to earn the most.

3. Outstanding medical care. Boston is a research hub, bringing together healthcare innovators who continually seek to develop promising new treatments.

4. Endless recreational activities. From the sandy shores of Cape Cod, to the breathtaking foliage, hiking trails, and lakes across Massachusetts, to the nearby mountains of New Hampshire, the area offers plenty of fun outdoor activities for the whole family.

5. Wonderful character. Newcomers to the area often comment on our historic town centers, handsome tree lined neighborhoods, and winding country roads.

Are you considering a move to the Boston area? We hope you'll contact us or stop by for a tour of our beautiful active adult community Balancing Rock Village, located in the Boston suburb of Holliston, Massachusetts. Our model unit is open 11am-4pm, Thursdays through Mondays.

[Concord's Walden Pond photo courtesy of Pablo Sanchez]

Staging your Home for Sale

Homeowners looking to relocate to the upscale Balancing Rock Village townhomes often ask us for ideas on staging their existing home to help it sell faster. Staging can be a great way to help your home stand out and be appealing to a wider pool of buyers.

We're pleased to share these articles, filled with tips from top home stagers around the country.

Home staging tips

Home staging tips, beyond the basics

Top five summertime home staging tips

Decorating ideas for your historic home

View "before" and "after" home staging examples.

Please contact us to be notified of our upcoming free Home Staging Seminar to be held in September or if you'd like a personal marketing plan for your home.

Luxurious New Energy Star Certified Townhome, Priced Under $400K

We're excited to announce that the builder of the luxurious new Balancing Rock Village townhomes in Holliston, Massachusetts is now offering a spacious two-bedroom 2.5 bath home for under $400K. These Energy Star-certified townhomes feature gorgeous first floor master suites, open floor plans, wonderful entertaining space, private deck, nearly 2,000 sq ft of beautiful living space, low condo fees, and much more.

Holliston is a quintessential New England community with a quaint town center complete with general store, cafe, and antique shops. Residents enjoy numerous walking trails, plus easy access to golf and tennis, wonderful community activities, free summer concerts in the park, proximity to upscale shopping, and more.

Visit our model home 11am-4pm Thursdays through Mondays, or contact us for a private showing.

Holliston Hosts Free Summer Concerts in Goodwill Park

Summer welcomes free outdoor concerts at the pavilion at Holliston's Goodwill Park. Residents can pick from jazz music, tunes from the 50s & 60s, country rock, and more.

Contact us to learn more about living in the Holliston area, or about our beautiful active adult townhome community Balancing Rock Village.

New Rail Trail Moves Forward in Holliston, MA

I'm excited to see the long-awaited rail trail project moving forward in Holliston, MA. Soon residents across Milford, Holliston, Ashland, Hopkinton, and Sherborn will have miles of trails for walking or bike riding.

The Holliston portion of the trail will be within walking distance of Balancing Rock Village, a beautiful over 55 townhome community. These Energy Star certified townhomes feature luxurious first floor master suites, open floor plans, lovely sunrooms & many other amenities.

Please feel free to contact us to learn more about living in Holliston and about this lovely townhome community.

[Image courtesy of Tonamel]

Guide to summer fun in New England - Boston.com

Looking for ideas of things to do when visiting Boston? Check out Boston.com's Guide to summer fun in New England.

[Image courtesy of David Berkowitz]

You're Invited: Home Staging Event

We invite you to join us for a home staging party & presentation with interior designer Blair Hamity of Setting the Space at Balancing Rock in Holliston MA, 7pm, Thursday June 24 to explore how home staging can help transform any home for sale. This is a great opportunity to learn more about home staging, see real-world home staging examples, and gain answers to your own home staging questions.

You'll also have the chance to win a home staging consultation worth over $175! Please RSVP by June 14, 2010.

We hope to see you there!

Free Flower Show in Holliston

Each weekend there are lots of fun activities across Holliston. This spring, the Holliston Garden Club invites residents to stop by the Holliston Historical Society (June 4 & 5) to admire floral arrangements celebrating the Historical Society's "Around Town" exhibit. These distinctive floral arrangements will highlight the town's rich history.

Cost: Admission is free.

Location: 547 Washington St, Holliston, MA

Hours: 1-4pm Friday, 10am-4pm Saturday