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October 12, 2007-FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, N.J.—Ladurée, a joint venture between Pinnacle Communities and Kohl Partners, will offer residents an unparalleled combination of spacious luxury residences, hotel-style amenities, and the opportunities to make their dreams of travel at home and abroad a reality in one of New Jersey’s most desirable active-adult communities. But in order to fully experience all that Ladurée has to offer, visitors are encouraged to experience the lifestyle and luxury that only Ladurée provides by touring the stunning sales center, located at 1350 Easton Avenue in Franklin Township, which includes a fully furnished model.

Situated on 42 wooded acres, Ladurée will boast 384 luxury condos in attractive Parisian-inspired buildings. The residences will be larger than others in their class—with floorplan options ranging from 1,400 to 2,000 square feet, and prices beginning from $274,990. Sales have been strong, with 25 percent of the first phase of residences already sold. Ladurée’s residences surround lush landscaped courtyard gardens, which will serve as an outdoor oasis where residents can picnic with friends, paint with the art club, garden with fellow horticulturalists, have a casual game of bocce, practice putting, or take in the sun. Parking for this gated community will be located in garages below the buildings.

The magnificent lifestyle-enhancing opportunities offered by Ladurée become evident as soon as visitors drive into this picturesque community and are able to view renderings of many of the exciting activities and social opportunities available to residents. With its distinctive, Parisian-influenced architecture and design elements, combined with luxurious amenities, Ladurée is truly “what’s next” in active-adult communities.

The sales center exterior façade is a replica of Ladurée’s clubhouse. The club itself has a bistro dining room, grand salon with French accent furnishings and fireplace, indoor spa, and swimming pool. As the hub of social and group activities, Club Ladurée will provide a magnificent focal point for the entire community

Inside the fully furnished model, visitors can experience the dramatic view of Ladurée’s landscaped courtyard gardens and many luxury amenities in each home. The full-size kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and beautiful wood cabinetry with crown molding. The master bathroom includes porcelain tile, a large tub, and oversized shower, along with an oversized vanity with dual sinks. The model also includes a large laundry and hobby room, fireplace with media cabinetry, patio, and a master bedroom with two spacious walk-in closets. Ladurée’s residences offer transom windows in each room, which are considered upgrades in many communities but are standard at Ladurée. Most of the homes also offer a library with double French doors.

“The best way to experience the luxury and lifestyle offered only at Ladurée is to see it firsthand by touring the stunning model and sales center,” said Mary Boorman, Pinnacle’s senior vice president for development, sales, and marketing. “But the luxury lifestyle at Ladurée does not end with the homes. Ladurée sets itself apart with an on-site lifestylist to coordinate personalized activities for each resident, thus providing them with the opportunities to pursue the next phase of adventure in their lives.”

The on-site lifestylist, and the opportunities that residents will have to become involved with their community, will open the door for residents to experience “what’s next” in their active lives. Ladurée’s lifestylist will implement programs designed to meet the needs and desires of the communities’ residents, whether it be domestic or international travel, continuing education, or forming shared-interest groups within the community. In addition, Ladurée residents will enjoy a variety of hotel-style amenities such as breakfast service and meals at the clubhouse’s elegant dining room, maid service, dry cleaning pick-up, or personal training in the wellness center.

“Many of our residents have a wish list of experiences they simply have not had time to do in the past,” said Boorman. “The lifestylist will work with each resident individually to help them plan trips and help them find travel partners that share their interests. They will also be available to help residents with any needs they have, whether it be downloading photos from their cameras, forming a book club, or organizing a trip to a Broadway show.”

The sales office and fully furnished model are open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call (888) 4 LADUREE or visit www.laduree.net.