“Since 2016, The Colony has become more inclusive and community oriented,” Senior Vice President of Hunt Communities Rick Neff said. “We have homes that are barely $300,000, and we have homes that are $1 million ... We feel that pretty much anyone can be a part of the community if they want to be.”
Instead of relying on a single, centralized amenity center, The Colony takes a more localized approach by offering multiple centers throughout the community.
“I wanted to have a series of amenity centers that were within walking distance of the villages, and I wanted them to present the opportunity to have different [activities] at [each one],” Neff said. “For example, all have pools, some have gyms, some have fitness trails and pickleball courts, and we have a disc golf course that is very popular.”
Beyond sports and fitness facilities, The Colony fosters community engagement through events planned by a dedicated, on-site lifestyle event coordinator.
“We have a lot of activities—everything from bingo to big screen sports watch parties to Easter egg [hunts],” Neff said. “We also have music concerts, and we're going to have more of those this year now that our amphitheater is finished. That tends to bring a lot of people out. We are also considering adding stand-up comedy shows as an alternative this year.”
Looking ahead, The Colony is expanding its offerings even further. They have plans for a food truck court adjacent to the concert venue to provide dining options during events, as well as new amenity centers that will be added as villages expand within the community.
A developer who embraces the community experience
For some developers, living in the communities they build is rare. However, Neff has chosen to make The Colony his home.
“There's just a sense of harmony, and I give credit in part to our property management company. Their people are excellent,” he said.
Proximity to Austin is another key advantage.
“We're on a large lot, yet we're close enough to Austin,” Neff said. “It's a wonderful place to be. There are a lot of opportunities.”
Thoughtful development
The Colony places a large emphasis on preserving Bastrop’s natural charm as they continue to grow and develop.
“Within The Colony, there is a great deal of open space and big trees. We pride ourselves on that and on the parks we create as parts of the amenity centers,” Neff said. “We’ve also created a couple of lakes that have fountains in them, and there are big rolling hills and great views from a number of the lots and homes.”
A bright future for The Colony
With a strong sense of community, diverse housing options and a beautiful environment, The Colony continues to attract homebuyers.
“We sell three to five homes a week,” Neff said. “That's people saying we’re doing a good job.”
For potential buyers considering The Colony, his advice is simple:
“Go to all of the builders, and look at other communities in the area. I'm confident you'll find that your preference will be The Colony,” he said.
Those interested in touring can visit one of The Colony’s nine open model homes.
Contact The Colony today to discover your perfect home in Bastrop’s premier neighborhood.
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