Acadia Selects Coldwell Banker Caine as Exclusive Sales Listing Agency for Development

New Community to Work with Top Local Real Estate Company

GREENVILLE, SC – (October 25, 2005) Caleb Freeman, President of Acadia Development Company, LLC, announced today that Coldwell Banker Caine will serve as exclusive sales agency for Acadia, a new community thoughtfully planned for 300 acres of woodlands along the Saluda River in Greenville County. Acadia and CB Caine will bring Greenvillians a much sought after alternative to the typical subdivision. By working closely with Acadia’s Builders Guild, chosen from the Upstate’s top custom builders, CB Caine will assist homeowners settle into a community that’s uniquely residential, incorporating mixed-use shops, offices and civic amenities with Acadia’s beautiful natural resources.

“We are very glad to be working with CB Caine. I have known the company and its owners all my life. They have grown one of the largest real estate firms in the state, with over 150 agents building on a great reputation for success and leadership in all aspects of real estate,” said Freeman. “CB Caine’s knowledge of Greenville’s real estate market and their focus on market research in new home construction underscores their commitment to serve home builders and home buyers. This exactly reflects Acadia’s values, including genuine southern hospitality and personal dedication to matching the home buyer’s expectations. We are all looking forward to the future of Acadia and its contribution to Greenville’s quality of life.”

CB Caine is a third generation family-owned real estate firm with a rich heritage serving the Upstate community. Founded in 1933, the company has grown from 6 associates to one of the premier firms in South Carolina. CB Caine’s New Homes Division helps developers and builders create exciting new neighborhoods in the Greenville area. CB Caine’s New Home Specialists are skilled in helping families find their ideal home.

“Aligning CB Caine with Acadia allows us to showcase our expertise in real estate and our knowledge of the Greenville new home market,” said Randy Rice, head of CB Caine’s New Homes Division. “CB Caine has always been associated with outstanding communities like Acadia. Acadia’s innovative community design, careful planning and forward thinking will have great appeal to prospective homebuyers. We are honored to be on board.”

Acadia will establish five neighborhoods in phases, featuring up to 700 home sites and dwellings ranging from condos & town homes, gatehouses & bungalows, to cottage, manor & secluded estate lots and homes. Architectural styles will range from Arts & Crafts, Adirondack, English & French country manors, Old World estate homes, to Charleston, Savannah and other custom and traditional low country styles. Acadia’s distinction lies in its planned amenities such as retail shops, offices, galleries, the community Pavilion & Riverhouse, non-denominational chapel, soccer field, tennis, pools, canoeing, kayaking and biking, all incorporated into 100 acres of natural greenspace along two miles of wilderness river frontage. The Acadia development and each of its neighborhoods are designed to assure an attractive, safe environment that offers a true sense of southern living. Acadia welcomes people to come visit, play, work & stay.

“Not only is Acadia settled on beautiful land, with river, creeks, duck ponds and hardwoods, it’s amazingly close to downtown Greenville. Only 6 traffic lights between Acadia and the Bi-Lo Center”, said Rice. “Acadia connects town and country with a quick and easy commute”. Acadia is located at Exit 12 (Highway 153) off the Southern Connector (I-185), and one mile off I-85, five minutes drive from the Greenville Hospital and less than ten minutes from downtown. Visit www.AcadiaSC.com to stay updated with events, schedules and information.

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Acadia is Greenville’s answer to suburban sprawl, featuring a balance of small-town feel with convenient amenities and quick, easy access to downtown Greenville. With up to 700 homesites planned, Acadia incorporates mixed-use shops and offices, civic amenities, natural resources and greenspace to create a unique community for both residents and the invited public. Come visit, play, work and stay in Acadia. www.AcadiaSC.com