Living in the Highlands of Kensington is like having a home within a home, and now homebuyers can own one of the community's gorgeous model homes. Entering one of these beautifully crafted and appointed model homes cements the feel of quiet sanctuary. When you live in the Highlands of Kensington, the entire community is your home.

The community's award winning entry with its sparkling, splashing waterfall brings the first sense of being home. Driving the gracefully curving streets past lovely homes featuring exterior stucco elevations with stone or brick trim, set the stage for lovely homes that include an abundance of extras.

That's exactly what Jim Haas had in mind when he created this 157 lot oasis of gracious living. The Highlands of Kensington is a quiet haven conveniently close to all that Johnson County has to offer, yet removed from its hustle and bustle.

One of the model homes currently available, The Cambridge, is a unique two-story offering an open kitchen with a huge L-shaped walk-in pantry, a center island and a hearth room with entertainment center. The master bedroom boasts a separate sitting room with fireplace and built-in bookshelves and glamorous master bath with an extra large shower with 2 showerheads. A unique staircase at the back of the house adds versatility. This very spacious plan comes complete with daylight windows.

An award winning 1 1/2 story model home, the Ashton, delights anyone wanting a spacious first floor master bedroom with sitting area, fireplace and elegant bathroom. Considering the convenience of a first floor laundry room, the gorgeous kitchen with huge walk-in pantry and walkout basement, this home boasts quality throughout.

The Dover, an open two-story plan, features a split front/back staircase, first floor study, fantastic open kitchen with huge walk-in pantry, large island and hearth room, stainless steel appliances, and back hall with bench and coat pegs all add to the incredible two-story. A sitting room in the master bedroom, den with French doors, large formal dining room and second floor laundry with folding table and cabinets top it off.

A phenomenal reverse story-and-a-half model has an open kitchen/hearth room area, which makes it a very functional space for everyday life and a perfect choice for entertaining. An exciting master suite includes cove lighting, whirlpool tub with Roman columns, and huge walk-in closet. The lower level boasts a spacious recreation room with bar and two bedrooms. You will enjoy the screened-in porch that overlooks beautiful and peaceful greenspace.

Because the entire community is an extension of its homes, amenities at The Highlands of Kensington emphasize quality, comfort and beauty. Stand of mature trees and a 9 1/2 acre park with walking trail are part of the stunning setting. Award-winning landscaping builds on the community's inherent beauty. And because landscaping is so important, every homeowner receives a $2,500 allowance for front-yard plantings.

The central location within the community of the heated swimming pool makes this a perfect gathering place for residents. The pool features a beach-front entry, "Mom's wall," cabana with rest rooms, and an arbor for shade. The funbrella fountain is a constant source of giggles and games for kids.

The active homes association plans a number of events throughout the year, including Fourth of July and Halloween parades, holiday parties and gatherings at the community's swimming pool. Bunko nights are a regular attraction and a poker group has just formed.

Located at 147th Street and Quivira Road, The Highlands of Kensington is quiet and convenient with easy access to exceptional dining, shopping, public and private golf courses, baseball diamonds, and entertainment both nearby and throughout the metropolitan area. Children who live in the community have the option of attending the outstanding Blue Valley Public School District schools, or parochial or private schools.

Now's the time to visit the four models currently available for sale, all priced well below reproduction cost. Homes are priced from the low $400,000s to the mid-$600,000s

The sales office is open daily from Noon to 5:00 p.m. For more information, contact Virginia Seebeck and/or Louise Rumold at 913-897-9662 or visit www.HIGHLANDSOFKENSINGTON.com


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