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Things To Do Near Creekwood in Powder Springs, GA

The city of Powder Springs in beloved Cobb County, Georgia, is ideal for prospective homeowners who want to live in a vibrant community in Metro Atlanta that offers a wide range of activities and attractions for visitors and locals alike. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys spending time with your family, a history buff interested in learning more about where they live, or a food lover always looking for the best cuisine, this city has something for everyone. 

Paran Homes built Creekwood–-an incredible age-qualified community–-in this active town because of its many unique features and family-friendly atmosphere. With thoughtful, well-crafted designs, these newly built homes are ideal for people looking for a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in a charming location.

Creekwood by Paran Homes

With safety and entertainment as two of our main priorities when building, the neighborhood highlights include a gated community and spacious, luxury clubhouse so residents can relax and unwind with family and guests year-round. There are also various accessible community features like being 4 minutes away from the concrete 61-mile Silver Comet Trail, a few minutes from downtown Powder Springs where they host fun events and recreation programs, less than 25 minutes from Sweetwater Creek State Park, and easy access to I-285, so driving to Atlanta to visit family or to Hartsfield Jackson International Airport when you are traveling out of town for business or pleasure isn’t a hassle. 

More Things To Do Near Your Home in Creekwood 

Civil War era cannon overlooks Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park ©Rob Hainer

Hike and Explore the Outdoors In Your Community  

Residents in Powder Springs enjoy being surrounded by natural beauty and lush landscapes. The nearby Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, only 20 minutes away, is the cherry on top of this location gem with hiking trails catering to every skill level. Take a trip to the mountains for a solo trek, bring your dog along to get some much-needed exercise, or meet your family or friends for a hike. Not only will you enjoy breathtaking views of the area’s rolling hills, but the landmark also has a small museum where visitors can learn about the historical significance of the Civil War battlefield or take a scheduled tour with a park ranger. 

If hiking isn’t one of your interests, immerse yourself in the lovely views of Powder Springs Park. This expansive park includes walking trails, picnic areas, and a serene lake perfect for fishing or simply enjoying a peaceful afternoon. The park also features playgrounds your children or grandchildren will love, making it an ideal spot for families. 

Step Back in Time With a History Lesson on Powder Springs 

Are you eager to learn more about the community in which you want to call home? Take the time to visit the Seven Springs Museum. Located in the newly renovated historic Bodiford House, the museum offers a glimpse into Powder Springs’ past through exhibits, artifacts, and photography. You and your family can learn about the city’s evolution from its early beginnings to the vibrant community it is today.

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Indulge in 5-Star Classic Cuisines 

Satisfy your taste buds by exploring the city’s diverse culinary scene. Specializing in familiar  Southern and Soul food favorites and international cuisines, Powder Springs and the cities in the surrounding area have an array of restaurants that cater to all palates. Carzell’s Kitchen (4 minutes away) is a local favorite known for its classic Soul food. From fried chicken and collard greens to mac and cheese and cornbread, these restaurants serve up hearty and flavorful dishes that will make you feel right at home as you dine with your family. You can also look forward to eating at Don Diego Restaurant (7 minutes away) for delicious bites from El Salvador. 

Golfing at its Finest

Golf enthusiasts can tee off at the Fox Creek Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course near your home at Creekwood. With its well-maintained greens and challenging layout, this course offers a fantastic golfing experience for players of all skill levels. The club highlights special features, which include the Legacy and Fox Creek’s executive-style courses that offer quick and affordable rounds of golf to fit your busy schedule and budget. If you’re looking to advance your golfing skills, head over to the golfing academy for private lessons so you can improve your swing and impress your buddies on the green.

Creekwood community sign by Paran Homes

Creekwood in Powder Springs is a hidden gem with a wealth of activities and attractions surrounding the community that caters to various interests. Whether you’re seeking history, outdoor adventures, local culture, or a sense of community, it has it all. This is a great place to live freely, make new friends, and stay involved with your extended family. Act now: this 3-bedroom, mid-$300s community is going fast! Contact a Paran Homes agent to learn more about our available homes and floor plans in this new neighborhood and our summer incentives–Breeze into a new Paran Home this season.

55+ Comfort and Convenience in Powder Springs

Baby Boomers are known for their independence. The generation works hard, plays hard, and doesn’t want to be told what to do. Naturally, as boomers get older, they are embracing the idea of aging in place.

The National Institute of Health agrees that the best way to maintain good health for a long life is to stay active, surround yourself with loved ones, and interact with the community. Our builders at Paran Homes recognize this and have designed a place that enables young-at-heart home buyers who are age 55+ to find comfort and convenience with an easy life in a beautiful home. We proudly introduce Creekwood, a new luxurious and thoughtfully designed community in Powder Springs.
Creekwood neighborhood sign
Located just minutes from the heart of Powder Springs, there’s no better place to age beautifully. With easy access to I-285, and a short commute to Atlanta, this stunning gated community has everything you and your family could want in a new home. This includes a gorgeous and healthy greenspace for walking and getting fresh air and a community clubhouse for gathering with friends and neighbors. Maybe you’ll start a book club, a yoga class, or just gather to share a lemonade.

age in place Creekwood home interior

Our newest selection of age-qualified villas in Powder Springs features attractive three bedroom ranch-style homes starting in the $300s that offer convenient flexibility and easy one-level living. You’ll love the high ceilings and the open floor plan, making entertaining a pleasure. The chef-inspired kitchen is sleek and stylish with granite countertops, tile backsplash, well-functioning island, and stainless steel appliances. Bedrooms are all spacious and comfortable. In the master suite, you’ll find luxurious comfort and a huge walk-in closet. In the bath, the double vanity and zero-step tiled shower with a bench are ideal for ease and pampering.

aerial shot of creekwood by Paran Homes

Outside the community gates, you’ll find an abundance of wonderful activities in downtown Powder Springs, a city rich with history and heritage. Here, you’ll find unique shops, great restaurants, and regular events and festivals. Go a bit further off the square and you’ll find:

  • The Seven Springs Museum is home to unique artifacts and photographs that reflect the history of the area.
  • Inside the Seven Springs Museum, you’ll find the Southern Quilt Trail with displays of the traditional folk art of quilting.
  • If you’re feeling more active, check out Lost Mountain Park with lovely hiking trails, fishing ponds, and the home to the West Cobb Senior Center with lots of activities and resources.
  • Head to Sweetwater Creek State Park and you’ll find fantastic hiking and walking trails, fishing, canoeing, waterfalls, and pre-civil war ruins.

It’s possible to age-in-place with comfort and luxurious style. Schedule a visit today to see all the ways that the Creekwood life can be right for you. Talk with our design center experts about all the ways you can personalize your new Creekwood home to best suit your tastes and lifestyle.

The Perfect Neighborhood for Walking Exercise in Powder Springs

There are a few key elements that make an active adult neighborhood perfect for walking exercise. And, Creekwood has them all! Between a wonderful location, beautiful homes, and a fantastic neighborhood layout, you can easily get out for a brisk walk any time you want. These age-qualified villas feature 3-bedroom floor plans, modern kitchens, owner’s suites on main, and outdoor patios. They’re all settled in a gated community right down the road from Silver Comet Trail. Discover all the benefits of Creekwood that make it the perfect neighborhood for walking exercise in Powder Springs.

Walking or Biking Exercise Couple on Silver Comet Trail © stockbroker

Live Near Silver Comet Trail in Powder Springs 

Creekwood is a 2 minute drive, 3 minute bike ride, and 10 minute walk, just down the street to the Silver Comet Trail. With sidewalks from the community to the trail, homeowners can easily reach this 61.5 mile paved trail for all of their exercise needs, from walking to biking to rollerblading. You can enjoy it for 30 minutes a day or for hours of exercise depending on your experience level. The trailhead entrance close to Creekwood offers a park cafe and a kid’s park too! Perfect for homeowners with visiting grandkids, a day of fresh air, beautiful Georgia scenery, and a playground is awaiting you.

Friends Walking in Pedestrian-Friendly Community Layout in Powder Springs © dolgachov

A Pedestrian-Friendly Layout for Walking Exercise

If you are looking for a quick exercise, this active adult community’s layout is extremely pedestrian-friendly for its residents. First, Creekwood is a gated community, so you will always be safe – especially when you’re out and about walking. Since access to the community is limited, that means the traffic you can expect is from residents and validated guests. Brand new sidewalks and street lights are there to accompany you on your daily walk, whether you are a morning or evening exerciser. And if you have any furry friends, your neighborhood features green space and a road loop for a never-boring path. So, Creekwood’s sidewalks, lights, green spaces, and safety come together to make the perfect neighborhood for walking exercise!

Stay Active in this Powder Springs Active Adult Community 

Daily walking exercise offers big benefits to improve your health and life! A daily walk will include fresh air, vitamin D, and interaction with a walking partner – all small things that will benefit you. Also, research shows that walking can reduce your risk of disease, encourage a healthy heart, improve your sleep and immune system, and so much more. It is an easier form of exercise for all body and health types too. With different kinds of walking, you’ll also never be bored when strolling around Creekwood. Explore power walking, nordic walking, and steady walking to find your favorite type. Then, you can train up to prepare for your beautiful new neighborhood! 

Living Room in Villas Now Selling in Powder Springs

Villas Now Selling in Powder Springs

In a Paran Homes neighborhood like Creekwood, you’re surrounded by beautiful homes and friendly neighbors – with the perfect layout walking, exercise, and a happy life! Take a look at this 55+ community in Powder Springs, and reach out to an agent to learn more. You’ll find stylish homes, an active lifestyle that residents can feel happy about, and a location to keep life exciting.

A Maintenance-Free Community Near You in Georgia

With a low-maintenance lifestyle, you can decide how you want to spend your time! Sweetwater Landing Townhomes can provide that for you. Our community of townhomes in Powder Springs is thoughtfully designed, making life so much more fun and relaxing for residents. Here, you’ll find exceptional floor plans, amenities aimed at offering a sociable low-maintenance lifestyle, and a wonderful location! Continue reading to learn more about what makes this maintenance-free community right for you. 

Exterior of Sweetwater Landing Townhomes

Easy, Convenient Floor Plans 

This maintenance-free community is filled with amazing details, the top being Sweetwater Landing’s four featured floor plans. This gorgeous collection of new construction townhomes offers elegant designs with 3 bedrooms. You’ll find open concept layouts, oversized owner suites, chef-inspired kitchens, and spacious outdoor patios here! Some lots even have basements. Above all, you’ll enjoy the superior Paran Homes quality that we craft into all of our new construction homes. 

Summer Fun at the Amenities in Sweetwater Landing Townhomes

Maintenance Free and Amenities

Let’s start with outdoor maintenance. Most people tend to their spacious landscapes at least once a  week or more, whether cutting grass or watering plants. Imagine not having to worry about that at all! At Sweetwater Landing Townhomes, residents can also enjoy the convenience of amazing amenities beside the maintenance-free living. This includes a pocket park and green spaces, perfect for pet owners or those with kids. In addition, the community features a swimming pool so you can spend hours soaking up the sun. The amenities are perfect for socializing with your neighbors, spending time with friends and family, or unwinding after a busy day. And, you don’t have to worry about the responsibility of maintaining any of it!

Convenient Access to Enjoyable Activities

More Free Time Means More Hobbies

When you take advantage of a maintenance-free community, you have the freedom to do your favorite hobbies or to try completely new things! Would you like to travel for long periods of time and not have to worry about your home? This maintenance-free community near you in Georgia has easy access to Hartsfield Jackson International Airport. Whether you travel the world or head to another state, you can explore different places and fulfill your bucket list. Also, this community is located near Downtown Powder Springs, so you’ll be near all the everyday necessities. From here residents can always find enjoyable things to do, such as visit Sweetwater Creek State Park or the Georgia Aquarium!

Is a Maintenance-Free Community Right for You? 

From convenient floor plans to unbeatable amenities, it’s time to enjoy a maintenance-free community near everything you want in Georgia. Discover the perfect place to build a convenient, comfortable lifestyle in Powder Springs. In addition, you can check out some of our available homes here!

Carefree Living From Your Powder Springs Townhome

Lush surroundings, a quiet neighborhood, and easy access to the city conveniences that make life exciting can all be yours – this lifestyle is waiting in Sweetwater Landing Townhomes! Powder Springs is situated in the perfect spot for a townhome life like this. Greenery, trails, and waterways dot the area, while just up the road is some lovely shopping – and just down the road is Atlanta and all the excitement you could want for a weekend. After it all, you can come home to a townhome with a very special feature you’re unlikely to find elsewhere – a basement! Read on and find out what life in Powder Springs is like in a home at Sweetwater Landing Townhomes.

Start the Weekend off Right

The start of the perfect weekend means getting your look just right. Saturday mornings are a breeze when you can just zip over to Hiram Pavillion and get your ‘fit, hair, and nails perfect for later. This shopping center features salons, clothing stores, and so much more – so if you had a few errands to run after getting your look just right, this is the place to do it all. The shops here include plenty of home goods stores too – so if you want to spruce up your new townhome before inviting some company over, you can absolutely do that too.

Saturday Night in the City

With a side route into the city via 278 to I-20, you don’t have to deal with the busy major arteries like I-75 or I-85! Downtown Atlanta is open to you for a night of excitement, and you’ll find endless entertainment choices here. Concerts for every taste are easy to find on Ticketmaster, and the city’s gorgeous venues, like The Tabernacle, are always jawdropping. The Alliance Theater’s Under the Tent series is still running strong, with plenty of performances to enjoy in a unique environment. And, of course, Atlanta’s food scene offers world-famous options and local hidden gems to satisfy, delight, and excite.

The bedroom in a powder springs townhome at Sweetwater Landing Townhomes

Lazy Sundays at Home and Beyond

Coming home late at night to a cozy, comfortable space is a real treat – made even better here at Sweetwater Landing Townhomes. When you wake up, your gorgeous owner suite is waiting to help you relax on Sunday morning. Separate garden tubs and walk-in showers, tile surrounds, and double vanities make it simple to take it easy or to get ready for the day.

Staying in is the most comfortable way to spend a free Sunday, and with the extra space of a basement in your townhome you can create anything you can think of to make home even better! A home theatre, game room, man cave, she-shed, craft room, anything you can think of can manifest down here – all it takes is your imagination. Only limited lots will have basements built into them here, so contact the agent to ask about availability.

If you do choose to head out and refresh yourself by spending time in the great outdoors, two fantastic options stand out. You could head over to the Silver Comet Linear Trail – a mixed-use trail that runs right through Powder Springs (and three counties here in North Georgia). Or, you could raft, kayak, hike, and just relax to your heart’s content in nature at Sweetwater Creek State Park, only a short drive away. Either way – you can have your Sunday just the way you want it here in Powder Springs.

a living room in Sweetwater Landing Townhomes

A Home for the Perfect Weekend

The homes of Sweetwater Landing Townhomes let you have the peace you want, with the freedom you love. Some of these townhome lots even feature basements – giving you all the room you need for everything you want here in Powder Springs. Learn more about this community – reach out to our agent and schedule a tour. Come see this life for yourself, and fall in love with Sweetwater Landing Townhomes.

The Townhome Life in Powder Springs

A unique life awaits you in a Powder Springs townhome, full of excitement, comfort, and convenience. Starting in the $200s, you can have an exquisite townhome in an ideal area for suburban Atlanta life! Imagine locking up and zipping down to Atlanta for an amazing weekend, or going on a hike in beautiful Georgia nature, or just settling in for an evening of entertainment with friends and family at home. You can have it all in the townhomes of Sweetwater Landing. Read on and discover how with Paran Homes!

Minutes From… Everywhere!

Atlanta provides enough excitement for a lifetime, and from Sweetwater Landing you’re in the perfect spot to get there without being in the thick of it all the time. Down 278 and I-20, destinations in downtown Atlanta are only 30 minutes away. Take in the sights at the Georgia Aquarium, go catch a game at the Mercedes-Benz stadium, and have a phenomenal meal in any of the area’s amazing restaurants. Looking for shopping that’s a bit more local? Town Center Mall in Kennesaw is about 20 minutes away, and puts you within reach of lovely Marietta Square just down I-75.

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Outdoor Getaways, Moments Away

Even closer than the city, two of the area’s biggest natural attractions beckon for easygoing weekends and adventurous outings alike! Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park to the north is a beloved hiking spot, great for a sunny day’s trek and a lot of local history, with its trails and visitor’s center/museum. Sweetwater Creek State Park to the south offers a variety of activities – paddleboarding, kayaking, hiking, fishing, boating, camping, playgrounds and so much more! 2,549 acres make this park an incredible getaway, so close to home. However, in Sweetwater Landing, there is plenty of reason to stay in and enjoy your new home.

Unparallelled Comfort, Uncommon Extras

Your townhome in Powder Springs at Sweetwater Landing comes with great standard features like granite countertops and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout the first floor. Stylish design details are all around, and an agent will be happy to tell you all about the cabinetry, trim, and chef-inspired kitchen – but when you call, ask about townhomes here with basements! That’s right, some of the lots here have basements, an uncommon feature that can add so much more to your new townhome. Imagine having the space for a man cave, she shed, media center, or gaming room! Movie nights, poker with friends, whiskey tastings, craft projects – with a basement in one of these townhomes, you can create exactly the space you want for fun and entertainment right at home.

It’s Your Chance

A home office or extra bedroom isn’t out of the question either, of course, but you’ll need to act fast! Only a limited number of these townhomes will have room for a basement. Call our agent today, or even come by the community to have a look for yourself. When you find your place in a home from Paran Homes – you’ll see the lifestyle you want is right here in Powder Springs.