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The team at Ken Harvey Homes looks forward to the arrival of fall each year as it is then that their annual entry to the Triangle Parade of Homes can be announced. The 2023 Parade of Homes offers an amazing opportunity for participants to tour endless homes throughout central North Carolina over the course of several weeks. It is an experience meant for everyone: buyers, builders, designers, sellers, home enthusiasts, or simply those seeking a unique activity. 

This year, Ken Harvey Homes’ Grayson floorplan will take center stage in Louisburg’s Lake Royale neighborhood.

The single-family home hosts 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms within 2000+ square feet. Low-maintenance exterior vinyl and laminate flooring inside mean that the homeowner can spend more time enjoying this beautiful community’s amenities rather than worrying about upkeep. 

About Grayson:

  • Over 2000 SF
  • 3BR/2.5BA
  • Open-concept kitchen and living spaces with additional flex space on the first floor.
  • Upstairs owner’s suite plus two additional bedrooms and a huge bonus room
  • Attached two-car garage. 
  • Covered back porch overlooks a large wooded lot.

The Lake Royale neighborhood has quickly become a favorite up-and-coming Louisburg community with numerous shared amenities:

  • The River Golf Club, an 18-hole course set among native grasses along the Tar River
  • A 345-acre lake with boating, fishing, swimming, and water sports
  • A community pool that makes waves with great gatherings
  • Tennis and basketball courts
  • Large clubhouse
  • Outdoor workout area

Beyond the amazing amenities, residents are offered weekend activities regularly to ensure a feeling of belonging and growth. Lake Royale is truly a gem! 

The 2023 Parade of Homes will kick off on September 13th, when entries will be visible online at Triangle Parade of Homes. Two weeks later, over one hundred homes will open doors to visitors as tours begin on September 30th. Parade of Homes books will also be available at the Parade of Homes office at 5580 Centerview Drive, Raleigh beginning on September 26.

  • Tour Dates:
    • September 30-October 1
    • October 6-8
    • October 13-15
  • Hours: 12 pm-5 pm
  • Plan Your Tour! Head to the Parade of Homes website and click “Build My Tour” to create a turn-by-turn customized tour that stops at each of your favorites!

As plans are forming for the 2023 Parade of Homes tour, add 121 Sequoia Drive in Louisburg to your docket. The Ken Harvey Home team cannot wait to open the doors of Grayson and welcome visitors in for a beautiful tour. For those who are not in the new home market just yet, come visit this Lake Royale community as you are sure to fall in love with lakeside living. 

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