Building Our Dream Home with Kingston

When we first started thinking about building a new home, it felt overwhelming. Since we were downsizing from a house we’d lived in for 25 years, it wasn’t just about moving; it was about reimagining how we wanted to live. Working with Kingston Homes made what seemed like an insurmountable task an exciting, achievable goal.

Why We Chose Kingston

We first heard about Kingston through friends, and as we dug deeper, it quickly became clear they were the right choice for us. We did plenty of research—online, through conversations with others, and even by visiting events like the Parade of Homes. Everywhere we turned, Kingston had a glowing reputation.

When we found the Ashbury community in Felida, we knew it was the perfect location. It’s quiet, surrounded by beautiful homes—not strip malls—but still close to shopping and restaurants, just five or ten minutes away. The location was everything we were looking for.

When we were about to make our final decision on the lot, Chris, Kingston’s director of sales, reassured us, saying, “This is the lot for you.” He was so confident and knowledgeable, and that gave us the confidence to move forward.

A Home Built for the Way We Live

After living in a nearly 4,500-square-foot home for 25 years, we knew exactly what we wanted—and what we didn’t want—in our next house. We wanted to downsize but keep all the rooms the same size, which was really important to us. I also dreamed of an L-shaped craftsman-style home with a certain number of bedrooms, and somehow, Kingston made it happen.

What stood out to us was their flexibility. With other builders, we felt limited to pre-designed floor plans. But with Kingston, we were able to sit down with Chris and their architect to design a home from the ground up, just the way we wanted it. This floor plan doesn’t even exist on Kingston’s website—it’s completely customized to fit our needs and our lifestyle.

The Team Made It Easy

From the beginning, we felt so comfortable with Kingston’s team. Every single person we worked with—from the architect to the trim carpenter—treated us like we’d known them for years. They listened, they advised, and they cared about the details.

I even remember being in a store, buying patio furniture, and calling Chris with a question about the dimensions. He answered right away and gave me the information I needed. That’s how responsive and customer-focused they are.

Kingston’s vendors and subcontractors are just as professional and friendly. They guided us through the countless choices we had to make and helped us figure out what would look good and work best for our home.

Now that it’s finished, we absolutely love our home. It’s beautiful and functional, and it’s customized to fit exactly how we live at this stage of our lives.

Looking back, we couldn’t be happier with our decision to work with Kingston. The entire process was seamless, and they treated us like we were their most important clients. If you’re thinking about building a home and you want something truly customized to your needs and lifestyle, Kingston is the company for you—no doubt about it.

The bottom line is this: with Kingston, no is never the answer. If you want something and you’re willing to invest in it, they’ll make it happen.

Kingston didn’t just build us a house. They built us a home that reflects who we are and how we want to live. And for that, we’ll always be grateful.