Search for ideal home brings family to Aliante master plan

Events, amenities appeal to family's desire for 'sense of community'

When the time came for a larger and more elegant home, the Edwards family chose the Aliante master-planned community in North Las Vegas.

"We drove through every area of town," Jacquie Edwards said of their six-month house hunt. "The day we reached Aliante, we were very pleased with what we saw. We love the idea of master-planned living with new parks, walking trails, a golf course, shopping and so many other conveniences close to home.

"We also enjoy the family-oriented community events that are held throughout the year, such as the outdoor concerts and movies. there is a real sense of community and everything we need is within a short distance. It's nice to know that once we are home, we don't have to leave our communhity in order to do things we enjoy."

Edwards and her husband Gregory, purchased the Residence 224 design at ASTORIA HOMES' Prominence neighborhood. The two-story home measures 4,449 square feet with five bedrooms, 3½ to 4½ baths, dual staircases and a courtyard.

"We were first struck by the dual staircases, which creates a dramatic entry and is a beautiful feature in the home," Edwards said. "Next, we were impressed by the overall layout of the home, which has lots of bedrooms, including a huge master suite with a retreat, plus a bonus room and flex space.

"Also, my mother-in-law is living with us and the private suite on the main level works perfectly for her. It's a home where everyone in the household can have their own space and privacy."

Aliante is a development of North Valley Enterprises; an affiliate of American Nevada Co. and Del Webb. Home prices start from the high $100,000s to the low $700,000s.

"We're very pleased with our choice of Aliante," she said. "We think it's a wonderful place to live with lots of amenities for people of all ages."

The master plan encompasses 1,905 acres, including two villages, one for all ages and another, Sun City Aliante, that is age qualified.

Amenities include the Aliante Golf Club, a library, fire station, three parks and 24 miles of lighted trails. The first of three schools is open. Commercial development is planned to include a 40-acre resort with gaming.

To visit, take U.S. Highway 95 to the Interstate 215 (Las Vegas Beltway) East exit. Make a right onto Sky Pointe Drive, a right onto Frontage Road and then left onto the Aliante Parkway exit, then go south.

The sales office is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.