Driving through Manhattan you'll find a small town with country charm, much like the village in Ireland where Jim McDonnell, president of McDonnell Development, was born and raised. He came to the United States in 1963 and began building homes. He remembered the personal service he received from the proprietors in that small town. He knew that every home that carried his name needed to receive that same special attention. Now, forty-four years later, he and his sons still personally supervise the construction of each home in their newest subdivision, White Feather.
As you drive on Rt. 52, you see the rooftops of the many newly-constructed homes in White Feather subdivision. Gabled roofs and arched windows catch your eye. When you pull up to the models you cant help but notice the quality and beauty of these custom- built homes. Not the "cookie-cutter" look that many builders choose today, but impressive, well-built homes that are made to last.
Manhattan has many subdivisions, the difference in White Feather is that all McDonnell Development homes are built with outstanding quality and attention to detail. These homes are built by tradesmen that have worked with McDonnell Development for many years. Their experience shows the moment you arrive. The line of the brick, the corners of the trim, the quality of the windows, the look of the cabinets, the finishes of the tile and countertops, all speak of the quality in these homes.
The many standard features in White Feather subdivision include full basements in the two-story models. The maintenance-free exteriors are well appointed with brick on all sides of the first floor, grilles in all of the windows, exterior lights at all doors, and steel-panel garage doors. A service door in the garage is standard on all models.
The large kitchens include ceramic tile floors, an island, and custom oak cabinets with brushed nickel hardware. The stainless steel sink has an upgraded Moen faucet. A stainless steel stove, microwave, dishwasher, as well as a water line to the refrigerator are supplied and installed at no extra cost.
All master suites include a cathedral or vaulted-tray ceiling in the bedroom. The master baths are impressive with a 6' soaking tub and a separate shower, both finished with beautiful ceramic tile.
All four of the two-story models include brick on all sides of the first level. This is a unique standard feature as far as Manhattan home builders are concerned. McDonnell Development felt it was important that every home in White Feather have brick. Brick gives a more prestigious look to homes in White Feather Subdivision.
The quality is not just in the building materials used, but also in the personal service you receive. The knowledgeable sales staff at White Feather Subdivision helps you every step of the way and are happy to answer any questions you may have.
In addition to the four decorated two-story models in White Feather, McDonnell Development has added the Sierra model. The Sierra is a three bedroom three-step ranch with many impressive features. Two more models are also under construction; a three bedroom ranch model with a cathedral family room and open-plan kitchen and a four bedroom two story model with a full front porch.
Prices in White Feather Subdivision range from $299,000 to $331,000. Since the homes include so many standard features, buyers are realizing that they can afford to live in these gorgeous homes!
To visit White Feather Subdivision take Laraway Road to Rt. 52, south two miles to White Feather Drive. White Feather is directly south of the Round Barn Farm. Models are open Monday through Thursday from 10:00 until 5:00, Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 until 5:00, closed Friday. You may reach the sales office by calling 815-478-0400 or by email at sales@mcdonnelldevelopment.net.