How to Choose the Right Homesite: Views, Orientation, Garage and Backyard

When buying new construction, it’s easy to focus on the house.
But one of the biggest decisions you’ll make happens before the home is built: choosing the
homesite.

The right lot can affect your views, outdoor living space, garage configuration and how you
enjoy your property for years to come.

Start With Your Lifestyle

Before comparing lots, think about how you actually live.

Do you own an RV? A boat? Off-road vehicles? Do you entertain outdoors? Is a large garage
important? Would you rather prioritize backyard space or a particular view?

Your answers help determine which homesites deserve the most attention.

Consider the Views

Fort Mohave offers a distinctive desert setting with mountain and open-sky views.

When touring homesites, physically stand on the property and look in every direction.

Ask yourself what you may see from the backyard, patio and primary living areas once the
home is complete.

Pay Attention to Orientation

The direction a home faces can influence sunlight and the experience of different outdoor areas
throughout the day.

Think about where you like to spend your mornings and evenings and how you envision using
your patio and backyard.

Plan for the Garage

For many Colorado River Corridor homeowners, the garage is much more than a place for two
cars.

RVs, boats, side-by-sides, motorcycles, trailers and recreational equipment can require
significant storage.

If those items are part of your lifestyle, discuss garage requirements early in the process rather
than treating them as an afterthought.

Think Beyond Today

Try to imagine yourself living on the property five or ten years from now.

Would the lot still meet your needs? Is there enough storage? Does the outdoor space work? Is
the location within the community right for you?

A great homesite should work for both your current and future lifestyle.

See the Lots in Person

There is no substitute for walking the property.

If you’re considering building at Fairway Village Estates, schedule a homesite tour and compare
your options side by side.

The right house starts with the right piece of land.

Schedule a Fairway Village Estates tour to see available homesites and learn more about the current reservation and building process. SCHEDULE NOW