Classic Residence in Highlands Ranch Welcomes First Residents
Colorado’s First “Type A” Life Care Community Officially Opens
Highlands Ranch, CO -
July 20, 2008
Classic Residence by Hyatt, a national leader in luxury senior
living, today welcomes its first residents to the company's newest
continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Highlands Ranch,
Colorado, which officially opened its doors this week.
The $150 million dollar development, a "Type A" continuing care
retirement community (CCRC), is the first of its kind in Colorado.
The 23.5-acre community, located just south of Denver, has 252
independent living residences. The Care Center, which will open in
2009, has 16 suites for assisted living, 12 suites for
Alzheimer's/memory support and 24 suites for skilled nursing care
services available on site to residents.
In this ideal location for a luxury living community, older
adults will enjoy views of Mt. Evans and close proximity to two
medical centers, the airport, Rocky Mountains, and over 60 miles of
walking trails for outdoor enthusiasts. Resident homes are spacious
and range from 1,107 to 1869 square feet, with entrance fees for
the community ranging from $275,000 to $750,000.
"We are thrilled to open the doors of our newest community,"
said David Coluzzi, vice president of operations, Classic Residence
by Hyatt. "We are looking forward to having our residents move in
over the next several months, and we know they will be more than
delighted to call this community home."
Building on the company's hospitality heritage and its twenty
years of industry experience, Classic Residence by Hyatt in
Highlands Ranch will boast a full range of services and amenities,
including a 24-hour concierge service, a fully equipped fitness
center, executive chef-prepared meals and many social, educational,
and cultural opportunities for residents. The community is nearly
80 percent reserved with some floor plans completely reserved.
Current residents of Classic Residence by Hyatt in Highlands Ranch
hail from 21 different states, although the majority comes from
Colorado.
The developer, Shea Homes, and construction company, Saunders
Construction, as well as all engineers, are based locally in
Colorado. The architect is Chicago-based Solomon Coldwell
Buenz.
Classic Residence by Hyatt in Highlands Ranch is located at 2755
Classic Drive, Highlands Ranch, Colo. For more information, or to
schedule a visit to the community, please call (720) 747-1234.
About Classic Residence by Hyatt
Classic Residence by Hyatt is a national leader in senior living
that develops, owns and operates communities for older adults in
Scottsdale, Ariz.; Monterey, Calif. (owned by Pacifica Companies
and managed by Classic Residence by Hyatt); Palo Alto, Calif.; San
Diego, Calif.; Highlands Ranch, Colo.; Aventura, Fla.; Boca Raton,
Fla.; Hollywood, Fla.; Lantana, Fla.; Naples, Fla.; Plantation,
Fla.; Pompano Beach, Fla.; Glenview, Ill.; Chevy Chase, Md.; Reno,
Nev.; Teaneck, N.J.; Yonkers, N.Y.; Hilton Head Island, S.C.; and
Dallas, Texas. Classic Residence by Hyatt's newest continuing care
retirement community is under development in Scottsdale, Ariz. A
major expansion has just been completed in San Diego, Calif.
Classic Residence by Hyatt communities have earned honors for being
among the nation's finest, including Platinum, Gold, and Silver
Achievement Awards from the National Association of Home Builders
50+ Housing Council. The company's Web site is at http://www.viliving.com.
Classic Residence by Hyatt is a privately held company and is
independent from Hyatt Hotels and Resorts.