Hartzell Gardens is an upscale, active adult, age-targeted villa project in historic Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Two separate park areas provide a relaxing setting for the resident to enjoy while a common interest maintenance agreement frees the homeowner from the day to day shores associated with the upkeep of a home. Maintenance of the common landscaped areas ensures the manicured look of this community.

These luxurious villas have been designed by the architectural team of Grove & Dall'Olio Architects, PLLC. Their unique design incorporates distinguished exterior features such as stucco surfaces accented by elegant architectural features which are complemented by courtyards and patios to enhance outdoor living and enjoyment. A two car garage with carriage style doors add to the upscale feel of these homes.

Skylights bring natural light to the interior which boasts a spacious open floor plan complimented by a mixture of tiles foyers, hardwood floors, and carpeted living areas.

The master bedroom complete with sitting room, large walk-in closet and master bath is conveniently located on the first floor. The second story loft offers a study and a roomy guest room and its own private bath.

One of the key attractions of this community is its exclusive location. Shepherdstown, which is less than an 80-mile drive to Baltimore and Washington, D.C., is renowned for its history and cultural amenities and offers many diverse activities for local residents.

Located on the banks of the Potomac River and with the Shenandoah River close by, Shepherdstown offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy canoeing, kayaking or even whitewater rafting. While wild enough to be exciting, the rivers are also mild enough for the less adventurous to wile away the day fishing or just relaxing at one of the areas many riverside parks or nature preserves.

Shepherdstown provides numerous entertainment options such as live music, drama, and other elements of the arts as well as family parks, pubs, and lounges. There is even a country club with an 18-hole championship course, a swimming pool complex, indoor-outdoors Har-Tru tennis courts, and a variety of year-round social activities.

Shepherdstown also offers an eclectic mix of fine dining. Numerous gourmet restaurants offer an array of cultural foods such as American, German, Japanese, Middle Eastern and Mediterranean.

For those drawn to shopping, the downtown is abundant with shops offering jewelry, potpourri, candles, art, coffee, fine clothing and more. Fresh veggies are even available at The Farmers Market.

Residents will also enjoy the benefits of being located in a college town. As with all the amenities listed above, Shepherd University is also within walking distance of the new community.

Perhaps one of the nicest benefits of the community is that it is located adjacent to the Clarion Inn and Conference Center. With a membership, Hartzell Garden residents could enjoy the hotel's fitness center and gymnasium; outdoor pool and heated spa. A full-service restaurant and tavern are located on the property.

With many of the amenities you would find in a much larger city you could make your home in a beautiful, historical small town community within easy driving distance of Baltimore or Washington.