The Hearth of the home is where loved ones draw near, sharing warmth and comfort together. It is this welcoming ambience that the new community of Hearthstone embraces.

This young community along the northeast corner of Sherwood Park celebrated its grand opening in January 2023 and is now welcoming its first residents.

“The first phase of the construction of the park – one of the community’s major amenities – will be completed this year,” says Careen Chrusch, Director of Marketing for Mattamy Homes, the developer and exclusive builder of Hearthstone.

The event itself was a big hit, as crowds of visitors were delighted by the family-friendly fun event that encapsulated what living in such a close-knit community will be like. “Our first residents already love their new homes.” Chrusch says.

“Hearthstone’s Farmhouse Aesthetic makes the community feel so cozy and timeless, and our signature Widelot design of the single-family homes here creates a very pleasing streetscape.”

The timeless vision for Hearthstone is enhanced by its close-to-nature location that makes it a haven for active and recreation-minded families. “We have the Oldman Creek Ravine as our backyard with 37 kilometres of walking trails and a wildlife corridor,” Chrusch says.

Hearthstone offers a wide range of choices for homes to suit different budgets, and include single-family homes, duplexes, and townhomes. The community covers a total of 320 acres and will have over 1,750 homes on buildout.

Six showhomes are now open to visit and display the wide array of home styles and lifestyles available in Hearthstone.

Among the most popular is The Armstrong, it is Hearthstone’s largest single-family showhome at 2,864 square-feet. It features four bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths above grade, a finished walkout basement, and double attached garage.

“This home is striking because it has a very unique floor plan spanning several levels with a split-level loft in between the main and upper floor. It has a dog wash station and a spice kitchen, which is something you don’t always see. It has a soft, understated colour scheme accented by unique lighting and textures,” says Tarilyn Shaw, Mattamy’s marketing coordinator.

The Whistler front-drive garage, single-family home is at 2,224 square-feet, has four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths above grade. “This home has a gorgeous main floor that features wall to wall kitchen cabinetry and a stunning blue onyx fireplace. Blue and gold accents weave throughout the home and make it a standout design. One of the most interesting rooms is the primary ensuite, which has a standalone tub and chandelier,” Shaw points out.

The Fullerton is at 2,043 square-feet, with three beds, and two-and-a-half baths above grade; it features a finished basement, and a double attached garage. “This home has a moody feel, with earthy colour scheme and a gorgeous entertaining space. All three bedrooms have walk-in closets. The walkout basement has a very cool lounge area and a music room.”

In the duplex line is The Palliser, a finalist at the 2024 CHBA-Edmonton Region Awards of Excellence in the Best Multi-Family over $450,000 category. The Palliser showhome makes brilliant use of its 1,725 square-feet of living space. It has three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths and a double attached garage.

“This home is so interesting and does not feel like a duplex. It has a gorgeous kitchen with tons of cabinet space, really unique lighting, and it really leans into a green jewel-toned colour scheme. It has a beautiful statement fireplace and a lot of space for entertaining. It is perfect for those who want a bit of green space but not a ton of maintenance as it has a side courtyard rather than a full yard.”

The Ripley End townhome is at 1,458 square-feet, with three beds, and two-and-a-half baths, with double attached garage. “This townhome has lots of charm and is nicely finished with a unique mosaic kitchen backsplash and warm, earthy tones. It has a loft upstairs, which is not common in townhomes, as well as a large bath oasis in the primary suite.”

While The Fisher townhome is at 1,380 square-feet, with three beds, and two-and-a-half baths, and double attached garage. “Many love this home for its pink accents and cozy fireplace feature. It has a really great mudroom with lots of built in shelving, and the upper level is designed with a large walk-in closet and balcony off of the primary bedroom.” Shaw says.

There are 27 floorplans available altogether in Hearthstone to make sure that it is a community for everyone. “The buyers are local with a mix of first-time buyers, move-up buyers and retirees,” she adds. There are also several quick move-in homes available currently.

Not lost on buyers is Hearthstone’s convenient location in the northeast corner of Sherwood Park. “The family-oriented feel of Sherwood Park is appealing. A lot of people buying so far have family that already live in Sherwood Park, relatives close-by! People like that they can have something exciting and new very close to the things they know and love.”

Hearthstone is as family-friendly as they come, with the makings of a community that embraces work-life balance. “It is a close commute to Edmonton, yet without the busy pace of the city. It is conveniently located to commercial amenities, including the nearby Emerald Hills Shopping Centre. The Italian Centre is a great place to shop, and L’OCA is slated to open in April 2024 we hear (it’s the Disney World for foodies!)”

Living in Sherwood Park has its own set of perks as well. “Sherwood Park has a tight-knit small community feeling with a variety of experiences close at hand. It feels safe and welcoming and is a great place for families to put down roots.” Sherwood Park also has great amenities like a large rec centre, a hub for festivals and events, and lots of beautiful outdoor spaces.

“Property taxes are also certainly lower than Edmonton and home prices are typically a little lower here as well. Sherwood Park has all amenities you need with close access to downtown Edmonton for concerts and festivals.”

Find out more at mattamyhomes.com.