Vol. 16, No. 884 January 17, 2014 Circ. 24,500
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* TODAY’S Real Estate Deals – FL, GA, NC & MA Homes
* TODAY’S Discovery Packages – Plantation Bay, FL
* NEW THIS WEEK: Minto Sun City, FL
* What’s Happening At… – VA, SC & FL Communities
* The 2013 GCH Annual Index – All the years’ new communities, deals & much more
* Video Just Added to… Dataw Island, SC
* Just Sold! – A Great Year at Hampton Lake, SC
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals... FL, GA, NC, SC, VA Communities
* New Communities Recently Added – Fountains Country Club, FL
* Watch for our next issue on Tuesday, January 21!
NEW THIS WEEK ON GOLFCOURSEHOME.COM
FLORIDA
Gated property with 24-hour security, 126 holes of golf, shopping and cultural attractions nearby, 14 tennis courts, four recreational centers, state-of-the art spa & fitness facilities, over 200 clubs and activities, Florida homes and villas from $160,000
TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Willoughby Golf Club, FL: 3BR home w/ golf & lake views.
> Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart FL features a 3-BR/3-BA custom home at 4463 SE Haig Point with 2,896 sf of space. One entire side of the house overlooks the 11th fairway and green of the golf course. Other vistas include a large open lake.
The original owner of this residence—which is on the market for the first time–has improved it with enlarged windows and an expanded covered lanai plus summer kitchen. Main kitchen and family room blend together in an ideal layout. New a/c in 2005, a new roof in 2010 and a new hot water heater in 2012 are among recent upgrades. This Florida home is listed at $549,000. Send me more information about Willoughby Golf Club!
Fiddler’s Creek, FL: New Mediterranean model available.
> Fiddler’s Creek, Naples, FL and Lennar Homes have debuted the 3-BR/2-BA Verona model home in Sonoma, a Mediterranean-style village of 44 coach homes. Professionally decorated by Robb & Stucky International, the Verona is spacious at 2,110 a/c sf.
Designed around a spacious living room with adjoining dining area, it has a kitchen and breakfast nook that are ideal for entertaining. Upgrades include 9-foot-plus ceilings and granite countertops in the kitchen and baths. Listed from $303,990. Send me more information about Fiddler’s Creek!
Frederica, GA: 4BR lakeview home on 2.6 acres.
> Frederica, St. Simons Island GA presents a 4-BR/5.5-BA lakeview home with 4,555 heated sf at 114 Harris Lane. Wonderfully sited on a 2.6-acre site studded with oaks and pines, this home’s open floor plan allows light throughout while blending into the natural setting of the property.
Accents include detailed ceiling and moldings, hardwood floors and brick terraces, all in keeping with the casual but elegant style of St. Simons Island. Listed at $1,695,000. Send me more information about Frederica!
Brier Creek Country Club, NC: 3-BR Deerfield home.
> Brier Creek Country Club, Raleigh NC has issued a Final Opportunity for purchase of a ranch home in the community’s Regency neighborhood. It’s the 3-BR/3-BA Deerfield Country Manor design, with plenty of space at 2651 sf and move-in ready this month.
The Deerfield is a charming cottage-style ranch plan with 2nd-floor bedroom and loft, plus a walk-out basement ready for finishing. Another highlight feature is the home’s gourmet kitchen with adjacent breakfast area. Listed at $579,995. Send me more information about Brier Creek!
Martha’s Vineyard: West Chop home overlooks Vineyard Sound.
> 809 Main St., West Chop, Martha’s Vineyard Located just three houses past the protected Sheriff’s Meadow which overlooks Vineyard Haven harbor and Vineyard Sound and set back from the road is a rambling, six-bedroom, year-round country home that sits on the water presiding over its own private sandy beach.
Home to generations of families that have come back to this idyllic spot year after year, the house at809 Main St is now for sale in a generational shift that has been occurring across the island. Special spaces in its 4,440 SF include den with fireplace, country kitchen with separate pantry, laundry room, dormered sleeping porch, screen porch with electric hurricane shutters and a secluded patio. Listed at $7,650,000. Send me more information about 809 Main!
DISCOVERY PACKAGES
Plantation Bay, FL: Package includes unlimited golf.
> Plantation Bay, Ormond Beach FL presents its Rediscover Florida package, with a two-night, three-day stay in an on-property villa for $599/couple plus tax.
Eat at the clubs, work out at the fitness center, play unlimited golf or tennis, and talk with residents about life in the community. Package includes one $25 meal voucher for lunch or dinner at either club. Day spa treatments are by appointment for an added fee. Send me more information about Plantation Bay!
NEW THIS WEEK ON GOLFCOURSEHOME
Minto Sun City, FL: 55+ community with 200+ clubs.
Minto, one of North America’s biggest and most respected new home builders, brings a half century of award-winning quality, service and design to Florida’s New Sun City Center, a premier 55-and-better community. Minto Sun City Center has 126 holes of golf spread over six courses that are professionally managed and owned by ClubLink Corporation.
In addition there are 14 tennis courts, four recreational centers, a state-of-the art spa & fitness facilities, and over 200 clubs and activities. Within Minto Sun City Center villages is an impressive selection of new, innovative homes in Kingspoint and Renaissance that are especially designed for a relaxing, low-stress lifestyle.
All the Action, a Short Drive Away: Arts, entertainment, shopping and fine dining are all within 30 miles of these new Florida homes by Minto. Cultural centers such as the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are close enough to enjoy on a frequent basis.
World-class shopping is within charging distance at Westfield Shopping Town, International Plaza, Prime Outlets and more. These Sun City homes are close to Busch Gardens Tampa and Apollo Beach, and offer easy access to the I-75. Minto Sun City Center was recently named to the Hall of Fame of Best Master-Planned Communities by Where to Retire magazine.
Real Estate: Minto Sun City FL
- Residences priced from the $160,000s
- All new homes are energy efficient for increased energy savings
- Generous array of premium standard features
- All appliances are included
- Send me more information about Minto Sun City!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
Dataw Island, SC: Benefit event this Saturday.
> Dataw Island, SC will host the third annual 2014 Resolution Run/Walk on Sat., Jan. 18 at 10 a.m. Proceeds from the the 3.1 mile (5K) race, which last year raised over $2,300, go to Lowcountry Habitat for Humanity.
The event is open to people of all ages and leashed dogs are also welcome. Awards will be given for the first, second and third place finishers in eight categories. Fee to enter is $25. Send me more information about Dataw Island!
JUST SOLD!
Hampton Lake, SC: 173 sales last year.
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC recently reported that the community’s real estate sales had increased dramatically in 2013, a year in which 173 property sales were recorded, far above the 2012 total of 105. Additionally 58 new homes were completed in 2013, with 57 currently under construction. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
VIDEO JUST ADDED TO…
> Dataw Island, SC – Watch this just-added video which features photography of the community and amenities, plus interviews with residents.
BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
Reynolds Plantation, GA: Golf lot just $65,000.
> Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, GA’s spotlight is on a golf-front lot in the Rosemont Village section. Lot 004B is at 1030 Rosemont Walk is listed at $65,000. Send me more info….
> Dominion Valley Country Club, Haymarket VA’s Woodstock home is a 4-BR/2.5-BA residence with 2,917 sf of space. Its kitchen has a pantry and a center island plus a large breakfast area. Family room has a vaulted ceiling and a fireplace. Listed at $556,995. Send me more info….
Kiawah Island, SC: 3BR villa near beach.
> Kiawah Island, SC’s 3-BR/3-BA villa residence at 4587 Parklake Drive is a 1,383-sf home in a private wooded setting with a dock and views of a tranquil lagoon. Located a short walk from East Beach, it is listed at $595,000. Send me more info….
> Jupiter Country Club, Jupiter FL’s Salerno design is a 3-BR/2.5-BA Golf Villa that covers 2,561 sf of well-designed living space anchored by a gourmet kitchen with a charming gallery pass-through to the Great Room. Listed from $541,995. Send me more info….
Discovery Packages
Anderson Creek Club, NC: Get away for just $99.
> Anderson Creek Club, Spring Lake NC’s current discovery-tour offer provides lodging at $99 per night in the new Inn at Anderson Creek Golf Club, plus a round of golf for two on the club’s Davis Love III-designed course. Send me more info…
> Woodside Plantation, Aiken SC’s 3-day/2-night Discovery Package costs just $149 for two guests staying at the Carriage House Inn in Aiken’s downtown. Actitivies include a comp round of golf for two, dining in the clubhouse and more. Send me more info…
INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
FLORIDA
Private, gated community, 1,150 acres, Ron Garl golf course, equestrian center, spa, fitness, tennis, resort-style pool, lots from $70,000, townhomes from $250,000
VERMONT
> Quechee Lakes, Quechee
4-season resort community, 5,200 acres, 2 golf courses, skiing & other winter sports, lake activities, lots from $58,500, townhomes and single-family homes from $125,000
MARYLAND
> Deep Creek Mountain at Deep Creek Lake
Mountain retreat with golf, lake, wooded and mountain views, adjacent to Wisp Golf and Ski Resort and Deep Creek Lake, lots from $84,900 to $249,000+