Essence at Retreat at One
Picture perfect exteriors and main level living homes available
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Kitchen and dining in The Nichols
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Neighborhood Rendering
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Open concept living space
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Flex space perfect for a home office
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Primary suites for the perfect retreat
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Primary bathroom
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Secondary bedrooms for the whole family
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Outdoor patio with grilling stations at the clubhouse
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Sports court, playground, and clubhouse amenities
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Bring your furry friends to the neighborhood dog park
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Enjoy neighborhood parks and open spaces
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Use the clubhouse for your next party or game night
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Close to everyday essentials
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Nearby grocery shopping
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Convenient shopping centers
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Options for fast casual dining
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Shopping at Short Pump
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Only 10 minutes from downtown Richmond
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Take a stroll through nearby Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden
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Main level living options
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Longdale Elementary School
Brookland Middle School
Hermitage High School
Get acquainted with the neighborhood, the homesites and homes that are available in the neighborhood. Zoom in and out to get a better idea of the location and how this neighborhood fits into the existing landscape of the community, and click on each homesite to learn more.
Essence at Retreat at One is close to many shopping and dining options at the nearby Creeks at Virginia Centre. Enjoy Target, Starbuck’s drive-thru, Best Buy and Chick-fil-A moments away. Essence at Retreat at One is minutes from Walmart and Lowe’s off of Brook Road.
We can’t forget to mention all the locally-owned restaurants and stores in nearby Lakeside like SB’s Lakeside Love Shack, Dots Back Inn, Hobnob, Carytown Burgers and Fries and Bright Spot Coffee. Enjoy your favorite adult beverage at James River Cellar Winery, Intermission Beer Company or Final Gravity Brewing Company.
Spend time outdoors at Bryan Park, Hanover Sports Park, Brook Road Park, Belmont Recreation Center, enjoy watching little league baseball at the Complex @ Glen Allen or take the kids to Crump Park. Pick up a round of golf at the nearby Crossings Golf Club or (literally) stop to smell the flowers at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Knock minutes off your commute to work and school with quick access to I-95, I-295, Rt. 1 and I-64.
Introducing Essence at Retreat at One, Glen Allen, Virginia's newest phase of one of our most popular existing neighborhoods. We're proud to offer Essence by Stanley Martin Homes, designed to make the dream of homeownership a reality for more people. Our selection of single-family homes are designed with a close eye for detail and promising designer-inspired aesthetics that don't skip on functionality or attainability.
Essence at Retreat at One is a destination community just 10 miles north of Downtown Richmond and a 15-minute drive to Short Pump. This expansive community offers new amenities, including a beautiful clubhouse with large patio and grilling stations, a sports court, playgrounds, outdoor gathering spaces, multiple parks, community trails and a dog park.
At Essence at Retreat at One, our single-family homes offer options for main-level or upper-level primary suites, chef-style kitchens with islands, and flex spaces perfect for creating cherished family memories.
You can have your perfect home and the lifestyle you’ve always envisioned at a price that works for you.
Enjoy all the amenities that Essence at Retreat at One has to offer. Get the day started with morning yoga at the community park, take the kids to play at the sports court and playground or relax in the evening with friends at the clubhouse or enjoy the outdoor firepit!
At Essence at Retreat at One features 5 brand new floor plans with options to have the primary bedroom on the main-level, backyard patios and flex rooms or a home office.
Experience all that this destination neighborhood has to offer with the convenience of I-295, I-95 and Route 1 moments away from home.
Introducing Essence at Retreat at One, just 10 miles from Downtown Richmond with amenities like a clubhouse, sports court, fitness areas, playgrounds, and more. With options to have the primary bedroom on the main-level, backyard patios and flex rooms, or a home office. Choose from 5 single-family home designs with designer-inspired finishes within reach.
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Save BIG this Winter at Essence at Retreat at One with up to $15,000 in savings*. Schedule your tour today to learn more.
*Incentive (i) only available on non-contingent contracts fully executed on or before 1/2/2025, (ii) only available (and may vary) as to specific communities, homesites and house types, (iii) will not exceed the total amount of closing costs, and (iv) conditioned upon purchaser using First Heritage Mortgage, LLC and First Excel Title, LLC. Stanley Martin Homes has an affiliated business arrangement with these companies and may benefit financially from use of their services. First Heritage Mortgage, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender | Fairfax, VA: Company NMLS ID# 86548. Photos are used for illustrative purposes only. Prices, features and incentives are subject to change without notice and may be subject to other restrictions. See a Neighborhood Sales Manager for details.
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Our available homes are SMart Selected to include the options you want and need in your new home. Hover over the (i) icon to see the price breakdown for each home. See SMart Pricing terms and conditions for details.
Below, find the floor plans offered in this neighborhood. This selection gives you an idea of what you can choose from once the home is chosen to become a SMart Selected Home. See something you like? Talk to us today so we can help you figure out if the floor plan you love will be available within your home buying timeline.