The Crossings at Sweet Briar is a Landmark 55+ community in Lebanon County with homes built in 2024 that sit in a quiet area near Mount Zion Road and Kimmerlings Road, not far from the township building. The community has both one- and two-story houses, but most of the homes are single-story, detached, and built with stone, vinyl siding, and frame construction, which is pretty standard and keeps things looking fresh and nice without going over the top, and the roofing is just old-fashioned shingles. Homes don't require a monthly land lease payment since residents actually own the little plot of land their home is on, usually about 0.19 acres or so, so you don't have to worry about extra fees stacking up. Inside the home, you'll find open layouts, with some homes having two bedrooms and two full bathrooms all on the main floor. The owner's suite has a walk-in closet, a large bathroom with a tile shower, and a private laundry room right next to it for easy chores. You'll also see things like mudrooms with built-in lockers, walk-in closets, and a family room with a tall cathedral ceiling and a gas fireplace covered with full-height stone, which can feel pretty cozy on chilly days. Kitchens tend to have center islands, quartz countertops, a tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances like a dishwasher, microwave, icemaker, and gas stove, so cooking and cleaning aren't much trouble. The flooring is mostly luxury vinyl plank in the main areas and carpet or regular vinyl in the other rooms, so it's good for cleaning up and staying steady on your feet.
The houses at Sweet Briar are designed with comfort in mind, including details such as ceiling fans, recessed lighting, open areas for both living and cooking, and sliding glass doors from the dining room that lead right out to a small back patio if you want some fresh air or a breeze without going far. There's a big front porch on most homes, which some say is a friendly place to sit and watch the world go by, and garages fit one or two cars depending on the model. The property has walking trails that cut through over 20 acres of preserved open space, with farmland to the north for country views and city services to the south so you can quickly reach shops, restaurants, and medical care. If you like nature or mild exercise, the walking trails are nice for strolling or just sitting beside and thinking.
The Crossings at Sweet Briar has a private clubhouse, where residents get together for social events, games, and activities, so there's always a chance to make a new friend or join something fun, and themed events run through the year, like model home tours and "Dine and Explore" lunches. There are all sorts of programs-arts and crafts, fitness, music, games, movies in the community's own theater, and resident-run events, plus a library, a wellness spa, and activity rooms, so you're not likely to be bored if you want to join in. Housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, chef services, and special menus are standard, along with Wi-Fi, cable TV, and telephones included in the rooms. Transportation can be arranged, and there's always parking.
They designed the wider community for adults 55 and up, and that's partly why they offer independent living, respite care, assisted living, memory care, nursing care, and continuing care; there's staff to help with medication, daily activities like bathing and getting dressed, and a 24-hour call system if you need support at any hour. They're setup for people who use walkers and wheelchairs, and they help with things like move-in and getting settled.
Sweet Briar runs activities every day, so whether you want to walk the trails, join a club, read in the library, or just sit out on the porch, you've got options, and the community is recognized by Ideal-LIVING as a "Top 100 Best Place to Live," which a lot of folks find reassuring. Nicole Wamsher manages sales for the community, and Today's Realty handles listings, so there's someone to talk to if you're curious. The community offers homes that are ready for quick move-in, like the Hartford and Norton models, or you can build your own with different plans and design options, and sometimes they run incentives such as free cabinet upgrades or money off design selections during events. There's respite care for temporary stays too. Overall, The Crossings at Sweet Briar combines newer home comforts, thoughtful facilities, and practical services in a spot that's meant to be both easy to live in and social without any big fuss.
