Canal Walk in Somerset County has vaulted to the top of the list of New Jersey's most popular active-adult communities with impressive milestone sales numbers that have skyrocketed upward in the first half of 2014, according to its developer Premier Development.

More than 40 new homes have been sold at the activity-rich neighborhood since the start of the New Year. What's more, over 30 homeowners have moved into the community in the past few months and are now enjoying the country club lifestyle at Canal Walk.

Reserve North at Canal Walk, the collection of single-family homes, has led the way with strong sales recorded over the past several weeks as active-adult homebuyers rush to take advantage of the final opportunities for single-family living at the well-established Canal Walk. More than 50 percent of the final phase of residences has now been sold at Reserve North which represents the final 5 percent of single-family residences to ever be offered at Canal Walk.

"There has been a strong sense of urgency from those who want the elegance, space and comfort of a single-family home in a community known for its vibrant lifestyle and wealth of resort-like amenities," said Marty Egan, sales associate with Premier Development, which is developing Reserve North bordering the historic Delaware-Raritan Canal in Somerset County's Franklin Township.

"These homebuyers have been particularly interested in the Milan design, which we recently added to our lineup of Reserve North single-family homes. With 2,779 square-feet of upscale living space, the three-bedroom, three-bath layout has proven to offer the type of size, sophistication and open floor plan active adults are looking for in a home today."

The arrival of warmer weather has put the bustling, active environment that has made Canal Walk one of the most dynamic communities for active adults in central New Jersey on full display.

Residents of Reserve North enjoy the 32,000-square-foot Premier Club which has long been recognized as one of the state's most comprehensive and amenity-laden clubhouses. Homeowners also receive countless word-class amenities, including a heated pool and whirlpool, a spa with steam room, sauna and a fully-equipped fitness room. There's also a library, crafts room, billiards room and separate men's and women's card rooms. In addition, a business center, banquet hall and lounges are available. Tennis, bocce courts and a putting green are adjacent to the oversized outdoor pool and spa. Additional ser-vices include a beauty salon and a massage and wellness center.

"The Premier Club is a main ingredient in the close-knit, friendly environment that persists throughout Canal Walk," said Egan. "The event schedule is jam-packed with activities for neighbors to participate in through-out the year, including seasonal trips, game nights and much more which is arranged by Canal Walk's full time on-site activities director.

"What's more, our location next to the Delaware-Raritan Canal, one of the most recognizable landmarks in New Jersey, provides access to fantastic outdoor activities," said Egan.

Priced from $398,900, residences at Reserve North can accommodate many of the most popular ranch and two-story designs, including the brand new Milan layout, a two-story, 2,779-square-foot home with three-bedrooms, three baths, two-car garage and a massive 17-foot x 18-foot loft.

Ranch-style homes at the Reserve North offer 1,826 square feet of living space and two baths, and are located on oversized homesites. The two-story homes feature from 2,248 to 2,779 square feet of living space. Residences boast upscale standard features such as nine-foot, first floor ceilings, hardwood flooring, convenient gas fireplaces and large eat-in kitchens with 42-inch cabinets, granite countertops and a full GE appliance package, including a self-cleaning range, space-saver microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator and washer and dryer. Master bedroom suites include tray ceilings and a master bath with a soaking tub and separate shower with built-in seat. The homes also include plenty of storage space.

The two-story homes in the Reserve North provide many of the same standard features as the ranch homes, as well as staircases with oak treads and dramatic oak railings.

For more information on the Reserve North at Canal Walk, call 732-356-1191 or visit www.premierdevelopment.com.