A villa is a large, luxurious country-style home. You may know villas better as a type of vacation property—something you’d only rent in the tropics surrounded by crystal clear, blue-green ocean. But would it surprise you to know that you can own a villa in a residential community right here in Calgary?

Vast floor plans, gorgeous landscapes, and luxurious amenities are all part of the custom villa experience. The lifestyle that comes along with this type of home is highly desirable, and there are many benefits to owning a custom villa.

More Secure

Custom villas are built in desirable estate communities, often gated for additional security. Depending on the preferences of community members, there may also be security services such as guards, video camera surveillance, gates and other such features. You will feel more secure in your own home knowing there is limited access to your property. If you choose to get to know your neighbours, you’ll enjoy a sense of greater sense of community and trust.

Privacy

Despite being in a villa community, your sense of privacy is not compromised. Each home, given its large square footage, feels spread out and spacious. There is a very unique and appealing balance in a custom villa between the comfort of nearby neighbours, but the ability to enjoy the peace and privacy you desire.

Beautiful Home Design

Custom villas are designed for elegance and beauty. Each home offers gorgeous architectural features—inspired by the villas of Roman times from which the concept was developed—exhibiting the style and grace of a large, custom estate home.

Amenities

While a condominium complex offers amenities such as site maintenance and perhaps an on-site gym, villa living takes this idea to a whole new level of luxury. Villa properties include vast beautiful landscapes, private gardens, recreational areas, and services you’d typically find in a hotel or resort type setting. This creates a secluded and intimate living experience while still benefitting from the community and its services.

Personalize Your Villa

A custom villa is like any other custom home; you make it entirely your own. While you can select from an existing set of floor plans, you are still able to personalize your custom home in virtually any way. Add a closet or move a wall, customize your outdoor space, or shift a laundry room. Many of these homes have preconceived layout options to choose from that make personalizing your home easy.

Select your finishes in the design centre to make this home unique to you. Just like any custom home we build, the look and finish are entirely under your control. Do you prefer a contemporary or modern look? Are you perhaps more traditional and like warmer colour selections in your home? From flooring to cabinets to the style of your ceiling, you can create a home—bottom to top—that is entirely personalized to your specific wants and needs.

Comparing Homeowner Responsibilities

When it comes to the home itself, a villa is just like any other custom home. Designed for spacious beauty, villa-style homes will look and feel like the luxury you expect. The difference lies in the lifestyle: a stand-alone custom home comes with homeowner maintenance and upkeep. In other words, expect to spend your weekends on lawn care and other related homeowner responsibilities.

In a custom villa, however, you will still enjoy the extravagance and style of a custom home but with additional services and amenities. If you are ready for a lifestyle of freedom and less commitment without compromising on a beautiful home, a custom villa may be ideal for you.