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Pools

Flowers are blooming, and the weather is warming up—all signs that summer is just around the corner, which means the pools will be open soon!
The  pool at Highland Woods Owners Club offers something for everyone in the family. Kids love the splash water park complete with splash toys. While those just looking to relax will enjoy our hydrotherapy pool. And whether you’re looking for the chance for some good exercise swimming laps or to take advantage of the triple loop water slide, you’ll love the main pool. You can also enjoy some leisurely swimming in the free-form resort-style pool. Of course, if you’re just looking for the chance to enjoy some sun, you can always lounge on the sundeck.
The pools open for the season for residents Memorial Day Weekend!

The Owners Club is open to all residents and is just one part of the lifestyle the Highland Woods community offers. Residents …

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Local Events & Attractions, Recreation & Activity


The avid golfer in the family won’t be disappointed when living at Highland Woods in Elgin, IL. The Elgin area has great courses nearby for both the serious golfer and casual family outings. Read more below about golf courses near Highland Woods!
The Highlands
Where: 875 Sports Way, Elgin, IL 60123
Phone: 847-931-5950
Rate: 18 Holes: Elgin residents pay $34 weekdays/$41 weekends
Course Information: This award-winning course was rated #2 in Illinois in Golfweek Magazine’s 2012 list of “Best Courses You Can Play”, and was rated as #12 in Golfweek Magazine’s 2012 “Best New Courses in America.” The 18 Hole course also offers a practice facility and golf simulator.
Wing Park Golf Course
Where: 1000 Wing Street, Elgin, IL 60123
Phone: 847-931-5952
Rate: 9 Holes: Elgin residents pay $12.50 weekdays/$14.50 weekends
Course Information: This is a classic, yet sporty 9 hole golf course, perfect for amateurs or experts with only a few …

In the Neighborhood, Overstreet Builders


Overstreet Custom Homebuilders recently built a beautiful designer home in Elgin, IL at Highland Woods, available now for $444,900.
Square Footage: 3,342 sq. ft.
Interior: 4 bed/3.5 full baths, roughed-in bath in basement, first floor study
Garage: 3 car
Exterior: Traditional full brick front
Here is a brief walk-through virtual tour of the home:

Read more about the Overstreet home in these featured articles:
Included Finishes: Great value on three designer homes in Elgin
Builder Thoughts: What’s your favorite feature in your designer home?
Backyard Views: Designer homes with incredible views in Elgin
First Impressions: Beautiful entries in new designer homes
Gourmet Kitchen: New Designer Kitchen Perfect for Gatherings and Parties
Impressive Catwalk: Tour the Second Level
Family Floorplan: Overstreet Custom Home Design Perfect for Families
Check out the floorplans and read more details about the Overstreet Custom Homebuilders home.
If you’d like to make this home yours, set up an appointment to visit today!

Local Events & Attractions, Recreation & Activity


What: Huntley Outlet Center
Where: 11800 Factory Shops Boulevard, Huntley, IL 60142
Cost: Free (plus your purchases)!
It’s great to live at Highland Woods, since the community is conveniently located near I-90 and the Randall Road corridor. Another great perk for homeowners is that you are just a short drive from the Huntley Outlet Center, where you can find impressive savings at 50 outlet stores.
Popular brands with stores at the Huntley Outlet Center include:
Aeropostale, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, BCBG Max Azria, Bose, Calvin Klein, Carter’s, Eddie Bauer, Gap Outlet, Guess, Reebok, Tommy Hilfiger, Van Heusen and many more.
Yelp reviewers said, “Went to the Huntley Mall just to kill time. But it turned out to be a shopping heaven for me. There were very few people shopping on a Sunday afternoon,” and “I figured I could use some good summer work clothes and we landed in Banana and caught some amazing deals.”
The …

In the Neighborhood, The Appeal of the Clubhouse Lifestyle


When you live at Highland Woods in Elgin, your low monthly assessment (currently $35 per household, subject to change) covers all of the amenities of living in a Clubhouse Community. In the summer you will love the community pool, complete with a lap pool and splash park. But all year long residents can enjoy access to the fitness center, a top notch facility fully stocked with professional equipment and an adjacent kids play area.
The fitness center includes treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes and a complete set of weights and weight machines. The adjacent children’s play room makes it easy for anyone with young children to work out—the room is full of kid-sized furniture and entertaining kids toys, blocks, a play kitchen, and a TV. It is separated from the fitness center by a large window and glass door, so you can easily keep an eye on your children while you work …

In the Neighborhood, John Hall Custom Homes


John Hall Homes recently built a beautiful designer home in Elgin, IL at Highland Woods, available now for $479,000.

Square Footage: 3591 sq. ft.
Interior: 4 bed/3.5 full baths, roughed-in bath in basement, first floor study
Garage: 3 car
Exterior: Exterior with stone detailing

Here is a brief walk-through virtual tour of the home:

Read more about the John Hall Home in these featured articles:
Included Finishes: Great value on three designer homes in Elgin
Builder Thoughts: What’s your favorite feature in your designer home?
Incredible Floorplan: New home with flowing floorplan in Elgin
Gourmet Kitchen: New Elgin home with amazing gourmet kitchen
Backyard Views: Designer homes with incredible views in Elgin
First Impressions: Beautiful entries in new designer homes
Fine Finishes: Amazing woodwork details in new designer John Hall Home
Electronic Control: Control 4 with the purchase of your home
Check out the floorplans and read more details about the John Hall Home.
If you’d like to make this home yours, set up an appointment …