Wilmington, DE  - Gilman Development Company’s latest offering, The Estates at Farmington is quickly becoming the Greater Newark area’s most desired new home destination.  This quiet community of spectacular, yet affordable, executive homes is the perfect answer for homebuyers who want a quality home with a country setting in a convenient location.  Since opening the breathtaking Wyndham model home in June, the number of visitors and sales has continued to increase as more and more home shoppers end their new home search at Farmington. 

The Estates at Farmington enjoys the best of all worlds.  Located north of the C&D Canal with Route 40 and Interstate-95 just moments away, shopping and commutes are a breeze.  Yet there is no price to pay for this convenience, as the community is tucked away from traffic and offers the peaceful, open feeling that many buyers are drawn to further south but without the additional driving time.  Half-acre and larger homesites provide enjoyable living for each family.  In addition, Farmington is one of the few communities north of the Canal that is located within the highly-regarded Appoquinimink School District.  The brand new Olive B. Loss Elementary School is just a few miles down the road.  The Everett Meredith Middle School and Middletown High School were each rated a Superior School by the 2001 State of Delaware School Performance Rating.

Four models are being offered at Farmington: The Bayard, the Cambridge, the Farmington Wye and the Wyndham.  Each home has over 2,400 square feet, a library, and volume space in the foyer, family room and master bedroom.  Extensive standard features are included at Farmington, such as a two-car side entry garage, a fireplace with white marble surround, and upgraded flooring including ceramic tile in the bathrooms and hardwood in the foyer and powder room.  All public utilities including natural gas enhance the comfortable living at Farmington. 

The Farmington model home, the Wyndham, is another in Gilman Development’s long line of prized and stunning designs, and the boldly decorated Wyndham is drawing a crowd just like Gilman’s award-winning Long Meadow and Legends model homes.  The handsome front façade, with stone, stucco and columns, attests to the builder’s quality craftsmanship.  From the open foyer you can enjoy the formal living room with fireplace or imagine entertaining in the striking formal dining room, complete with a butler’s pantry.  The spacious two-story family room also has a fireplace and leads into the optional sunroom.  The inviting kitchen and breakfast area include a large center island with stools and a desk area.  The first-floor library is tucked away to one corner of the house to provide a quiet area for reading or conducting business.

The second floor continues the grand elegance in this over 3,000-square-foot home with large secondary bedrooms and an inviting master suite complete with sitting area, abundant closet space and a magnificent bath including his and hers sinks, a vanity, and the fabulous spa option in the shower.  The nature explorer bedroom and bright pink bedroom are sure to be a hit with children, and don’t miss the finished lower level “Pub” recreation area.  With a third fireplace, sitting area, pool table, card table, bar, and full bathroom, this part of the house is the favorite of many visitors.

The many trees, in their fall splendor, provide a beautiful frame to the community, and with the busy holiday season upon us, homebuyers will additionally appreciate the tranquility and serenity of the Estates at Farmington.  Gilman is currently offering an incentive of $15,000 that can be used toward any options the buyer wants, whether it’s a sunroom, finished lower level, three-car garage or a variety of other options.  The decorated model does a great job of showcasing the possibilities, plus Gilman’s sales and construction staff takes the time to work with each customer as they personalize their home. 

For home shoppers that have been tempted by lower New Castle County openness, but want to stay close to the action, Farmington is the solution.  Add in the value of a Gilman home and the decision is easy.

The Wyndham model is open from 11:00 – 6:00 daily.  The Estates at Farmington is located on Old County Road off Route 896.  From I-95 exit at Route 896 South.  Continue on Route 896 past the intersection with Route 40 and turn right at the first traffic light onto Business Route 896.  Make the first left onto Old County Road.  The Estates at Farmington is approximately one mile ahead on the right.  For more information about Farmington and Gilman Development Company please call (302) 834-2600 or visit Gilmanhomes.com.

Homebuyers enjoy strolling through decorated model homes viewing new designs and color schemes.  Builders, too, get excited about opening a decorated model home.  But when it is Gilman Development Company, who has won the Best Interior Merchandising Regal Award for the past two consecutive years, expectations are very high. 

The Wyndham, now open at the Estates at Farmington, boldly raises the bar again and achieves the excellence in home design and detail expected of Gilman.  The community also meets the Gilman standards for location and comfort and offers the peaceful, open feeling that many buyers are drawn to in Middletown, but at north of the C&D canal convenience.  Half-acre homesites provide enjoyable living, and with Route 40 and Interstate-95 just moments away, shopping and commutes are a breeze.

Four models are being offered at Farmington: The Bayard, the Cambridge, the Farmington Wye and the Wyndham.  Each home has over 2,400 square feet, a library, and volume space in the foyer, family room and master bedroom.  Extensive standard features are included at Farmington, such as a two-car side entry garage, a fireplace with white marble surround, and upgraded flooring including ceramic tile in the bathrooms and hardwood in the foyer and powder room.   All public utilities including natural gas enhance the comfortable living, and the large home sites give each family plenty of room to enjoy the tranquility of the community.  These are truly luxurious homes in a very unique and desirable setting. 

The Wyndham is a stunning design, and the meticulously decorated model is sure to draw a crowd just like Gilman’s award-winning Long Meadow and Legends model homes.  The majestic front façade, with stone, stucco and columns, signifies you are about to experience a special home.  The dynamic distressed hardwood floors throughout the first floor set the foundation for an incredible impact.  From the open foyer you can enjoy sitting in the living room by the fireplace or imagine entertaining in the striking formal dining room, complete with a butler’s pantry, a real asset when serving guests. 

The two-story family room, which also has a fireplace, is spacious and provides viewing to the second story hallway.  The combined kitchen, breakfast area and optional sunroom show the style, function and comfort available in this area, the heartbeat of a home.  The kitchen provides plenty of cabinets and prep areas and includes a convenient pantry, a large center island with stools, a desk, and access to the back staircase.  The first-floor library is tucked away to provide a quiet area for reading or conducting business, and the optional three-car garage will surely meet all of your storage needs. 

The second floor continues the grand elegance in this over 3,000-square-foot home with large secondary bedrooms and an inviting master suite complete with sitting area, abundant closet space and a magnificent bath including his and hers sinks, a vanity, and the fabulous spa option in the shower.  The nature explorer and pink bedroom are sure to be a hit with children, and don’t miss the finished lower level “Pub” recreation area.  With a third fireplace, sitting area, pool table, card table, bar, and full bathroom, this part of the house is the favorite of many visitors.

Gilman is currently offering an incentive of $15,000 that can be used toward any options the buyer wants, whether it’s a sunroom, finished lower level, three-car garage or a variety of other options.  The decorated model does a great job of showcasing the possibilities including some fantastic Corian and Zodiaq countertops by DuPont.  Plus, Gilman will take the time to work with each customer to ensure they get to choose the unique features they want to customize and personalize their home. 

For home shoppers that have been tempted by lower New Castle County openness, but want to stay close to the action, Farmington is the solution.  Add in the value of a Gilman home and the decision is easy.  There are three quick delivery homes with settlements available for August, September and October.  Please ask the sales associate for more details.  With Farmington you don’t have to choose between convenience and serenity.  Come see what awaits the fortunate residents of Farmington. 

The Wyndham model is open from 11:00 – 6:00 daily.  The Estates at Farmington is located on Old County Road off Route 896.  From I-95 exit at Route 896 South.  Continue on Route 896 past the intersection with Route 40 and turn right at the first traffic light onto Business Route 896.  Make the first left onto Old County Road.  The Estates at Farmington is approximately one mile ahead on the right.  For more information about Farmington and Gilman Development Company please call (302) 834-2600 or visit Gilmanhomes.com.

Enthusiastic homebuyers agree - Gilman Homes at The Legends has become the premier address in Middletown, and with only thirteen homesites remaining, this is the final opportunity to become part of this exciting community.  The homes are designed for those who want both quality and value as well as a sense of upscale luxury.  The community is located along greens and fairways with expansive views.  The Gilman commitment to excellence is exemplified in the outstanding variety of home styles and spacious floor plans with superb features and special touches throughout and of course the quality that today's most discriminating homebuyers have come to expect.

The innovative style and design in Gilman's homes at The Legends offer timeless elegance and carefree living, a combination that satisfies even the most active lifestyles.  With six spectacular designs to choose from, there is certain to be a style that reflects the vision of any prospective homebuyer. The homes average 3,000 square feet, and include as standard an array of impressive amenities including a dramatic two-story foyer, nine-foot ceilings throughout the first floor, a gas fireplace with marble surround in the family room, a two car garage and large windows that contribute to the open and airy feel of the interior of the homes.

Gilman Homes at The Legends offer endless possibilities.  The model home, The Cambridge, showcases many of the customized options available to homebuyers to further complement the standard amenities.  Upon entering the Cambridge model it becomes apparent that every detail has been thoughtfully planned, from the elegant turned stairway and hardwood flooring in the foyer to the breathtaking windows in the two-story family room that invite the natural landscape only afforded by golf course communities with lush, open spaces.  The first level also includes a gourmet country kitchen with desk area and sunroom, a formal dining room whose entranceway is flanked with pillars, and a separate study.  The Cambridge includes 2.5 baths, four spacious bedrooms including an elegant master suite with double vanity and a Jacuzzi garden tub, and plenty of closet space.  The Model home also features a finished lower level with a half bath, which further exhibits the range of possibilities homeowners may entertain.

If home is where the heart is, then a neighborhood is its haven.  The best thing to complement a Gilman home is the special community that embraces it.  The Legends truly offers a resort lifestyle at a remarkable value.  Homeowners may choose to join the Legends Clubhouse equipped with banquet facilities, dine at the Grille, and in the near future enjoy swimming and tennis in addition to a golf outing.  The community, near Route 1 and Route 13, is strategically located to area schools and shopping, a convenient commute to Wilmington and only an hour away from Delaware's popular beaches.  Gilman Homes at The Legends is the perfect choice for those who share the belief that when it comes to their home, only the best will do.

The Legends model is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, please call Rosalee Dorris at (302) 376-8760 or visit www.GilmanHomes.com.

Directions:  From I-95 take Route 1 South over the C&D Canal.  Exit at Route 299 West.  Make a right on Brick Mill Road (at Longmeadow) to left on Marl Pit Road.  At four-way stop, take left on Cedar Lane Road.  Community entrance is approximately two miles ahead on the right.

Newark, DE - Tucked away in a quiet, peaceful corner of New Castle County is the appealing neighborhood of The Estates at Farmington, Gilman Homes latest offering.  This community offers the calm, open feeling that many buyers are drawn to in Middletown, but at north of the C&D canal convenience.  With Route 40 and Interstate-95 just moments away, both shopping and commutes will be a breeze for residents. 

Four models are being offered at Farmington: The Bayard, the Cambridge, the Farmington Wye and the Wyndham.  These house designs have been very popular at Gilman Development’s award-winning Long Meadow and Legends communities.  Each home has over 2,400 square feet, a library, and volume space in both the family room and master bedroom. 

Extensive standard features are included at Farmington, such as a two-car side entry garage, fireplace with white marble surround, and upgraded flooring including ceramic tile in the bathrooms and hardwood in the foyer and powder room.  These are truly luxurious homes in a very unique and desirable setting.  All public utilities including natural gas enhance the comfortable living, and home sites of one-half acre and larger give each family plenty of room to enjoy the tranquility of the community.

Farmington is located in Newark in the desirable Appoquinimink School District.  For the 2001 Delaware Student Testing Program, Appoquinimink student achievement exceeded the state average in every category for every grade.  Plus a new elementary school is opening right down the road in the fall.  This is all positive news for residents of Farmington whether they have school-aged children or just appreciate the value of living in a preferred school district.

For home shoppers that have been tempted by lower New Castle County openness, but want to stay close to the action, Farmington is the solution.  Add in the value of a Gilman home and the decision is easy.  With Farmington you don’t have to choose between convenience and serenity.  Come see what awaits the fortunate residents of Farmington.  For more information about Farmington please contact John Puican at (302) 834-2600.

There are so many reasons to be captivated by Gilman Homes at The Legends in Middletown.  There is breathtaking beauty in the golf course vistas, the community has a convenient, yet secluded location and, of course, there is the confidence that comes with buying from a company with a long history of building neighborhoods that develop into very special places.  A drive through the LongMeadow development just down the road from The Legends, showcases how unique a Gilman community is for families.  In fact, Gilman Homes’ LongMeadow won the 2000 Regal Awards Community of the Year, and that momentum is continuing at The Legends.

Gilman Homes is pleased to invite prospective homebuyers to its model “The Cambridge” at The Legends.  This is a new model for Gilman and continues the company’s line of homes that are both functional and attractive.  The Cambridge model architecture is timeless and distinctively impressive.  The front facade is classic and confident.  Several exterior options are available that incorporate elegant stone, stucco or brick. 

The interior of the Cambridge is innovatively inspired by the ways families live today and includes such items as a spacious family room, a separate study, and a gourmet kitchen with breakfast room, as well as an elegant dining room and inviting parlor.  The abundant windows allow for enjoyment of the golf course views from many rooms.  The virtual glass wall in the family room epitomizes this feature.  The sunroom is a gorgeous and very popular item especially when extended to the second floor where it becomes the sitting area for the owner’s suite, which with a cathedral ceiling and fireplace makes for a very lavish retreat.

The scenery surrounding the Cambridge model is eye-catching, too, with the lush golf course panoramas.  All homeowners in The Legends will enjoy the beautiful placement of their homes among the golf course, and most homes will have direct golf course views from the backyards.  Golfers and non-golfers alike will appreciate the natural, distinctive and prestigious feel of the community.  Residents will also have convenient access to The Legends amenities including tennis courts, a pool and a clubhouse opening soon.

Plus, Gilman Homes has the flexibility to let you personalize your home to fit the individual lifestyle of your family.  “Buying from Gilman allows customers to design a house that matches their dreams in every detail,” says Bob Vantrease, Gilman’s sales manager.  First, the Gilman sales and construction teams work closely with the customer to ensure they understand the buyer’s wishes.  Then Gilman maintains close contact with the buyer throughout the construction process so that each home is designed and delivered to perfection.  This personal attention, in addition to Gilman’s excellent craftsmanship, sets the company apart from other homebuilders. 

In addition to the Cambridge, several other home designs are being offered by Gilman at The Legends.  All designs include a two-story foyer, plentiful windows, a fireplace, two-car garage, and two and one-half bathrooms.  One model also features a first-floor master suite.  

To whet home shoppers appetites, Gilman Homes is currently offering the first $6,000 in options free.   Every Gilman home comes with a 10-year warranty from the Residential Warranty Corporation, which awarded Gilman a Keystone Builder designation due to its history of a job well done and a high rate of customer satisfaction.

Gilman Homes offers a refreshing home buying experience including the belief that customer communication and involvement are key to the process of building quality homes and satisfied customers.  Please ask for more details about Gilman’s unique Customer Participation Program when you visit The Legends. 

For additional information, please visit The Legends model open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or call Rosalee Dorris at (302) 376-8760.  You can also visit us on the web at www.gilmanhomes.com.

The Home Builders Association of Delaware awarded Gilman Development Company six Regal Awards at the annual ceremony held March 21, 2001 including the prestigious Community of the Year award for Gilman’s LongMeadow community located in Middletown.

The Gilman model home at LongMeadow, the Wye, with its quality craftsmanship and decoration, won several awards including the Best Interior Merchandising and the Best Exterior Merchandising awards in its sales price and house size categories.  The Best Sales Office award also went to the Wye, where the uniquely designed reception area and inviting and comfortable selections room exhibit Gilman Development’s attention to every detail. 

In other categories Gilman Development won the Best Black and White Advertisement award, and LongMeadow Sales Associate Rosalee Dorris won the Sales Person of the Year award for her outstanding effort and dedication to the customers.

Sales and Marketing Manager Bob Vantrease said, “The Regal Awards provide an opportunity for us to measure ourselves, and it is a credit to our vision for the company and the hard work of all of our employees that made this overwhelming recognition possible.”

The Regal Awards are selected by a panel of experts in the field and acknowledge excellence in housing design, construction, and marketing.  They are sponsored by the Sales and Marketing Council of the Home Builders Association of Delaware.

Gilman Development Company won three awards at the Eighth Annual Regal Awards presentation held on March 30, 2000 at the DuPont Country Club.

The Wye model at LongMeadow won the highly sought-after Best Home Award in the 2,500-2,999 square foot/Under $200,000 category. This was the second year in a row for the Wye model to win this award underscoring the great design and value of this home. The LongMeadow community also won the merit award for Best Sales Office and Best Black and White Print Advertising.

In addition, sales staff members Rosalee Dorris and Wendi Subers were recognized with the Gold Award for having over $5 million in sales in 1999. The Regal Awards are sponsored by the Sales and Marketing Council in conjunction with the Home Builders Association of Delaware. Congratulations to all the winners!