Vol. 16, No. 887 January 28, 2014 Circ. 24,500
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* TODAY’S Real Estate Deals – SC, FL, NC & AZ Golf/Waterview Homes
* TODAY’S Discovery Packages – Aberdeen Country Club, FL
* What’s Happening At… – Wycliffe CC, FL
* Community News and Updates – Colleton River Plantation, SC
* The 2013 GCH Annual Index – All the years’ new communities, deals & much more
* Videos Just Added to… Kiawah Island, Dataw Island, SC & Willowbend GC, MA
* Just Sold! – Daniel Island, SC
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals... NC, GA, AZ, MA & FL Communities
* New Communities Recently Added – Minto Sun City, FL
* Watch for our next issue on Friday, January 31!
TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Hasentree, NC: Raphael design offers gourmet kitchen, fireplace.
> Hasentree, Wake Forest NC is spotlighting its Executive Collection and, in particular, the the Raphael design, a 4-BR/3.5-BA home with 3,870 sf. This home’s first-floor master suite, which features a coffered ceiling, two large walk-in closets and a resort-quality master bath, is convenient to the private study.
The two-story foyer of the Raphael is flanked by the living room to one side and the dining room on the other. The two-story family room boasts a fireplace and the gourmet kitchen includes a large pantry, a breakfast bar, and an adjoining breakfast area. Listed at $551,995. Send me more information about Hasentree!
Debordieu, SC: 4BR home w/ views near beach, tennis.
> DeBordieu, Georgetown SC is spotlighting a 4-BR/4-BA residence at 540 Collins Meadow Drive. Long on charm and comfort, this cottage-style home is located just minutes from the beach, golf club, boat landing, and tennis courts. Its four comfortable bedrooms and baths plus the large open living and sitting spaces are perfect for family gatherings.
The home is situated on a large wooded lot with beautiful views from the rear deck across the lake on our famed Pete Dye golf course. Listed at $675,000. Send me more information about DeBordieu!
Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, FL: Private 5BR home.
> Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Stuart FL presents a 5-BR/5.5-BA custom home at 2509 Hollyberry Lane in the Harbour Village neighborhood. Situated on a large, manicured lot, this has a 3-car side entry garage plus a golf cart garage.
Three bedrooms are located in the main house and a wonderful large 2-bedroom guest house provides private living quarters for your company. All are complimented by a private preserve, marsh and golf course view and a lovely cul-de-sac location. Listed at $1,299,000. Send me more information about Harbour Ridge!
Ibis Golf & Country Club, FL: 3BR home on 1653 sf just $119K.
> Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL features a 3-BR/2-BA home with a private swimming pool on a corner lot at 8321 Heritage Club Drive. Well-designed and easy to care for at 1,653 sf, this residence represents the best deal in Ibis, in walking distance of all club amenities.
Minimum Ibis equity membership purchase is required for closing. Listed at $119,999. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!
Blackstone at Vistancia, AZ: Closeout includes washer & dryer.
> Blackstone at Vistancia, Peoria AZ reports that, after being open just 17 months, its Ironwood Ridge neighborhood is in the closeout phase. In 2013 no fewer than 57 Ironwood Ridge residences were sold—reducing inventory down to just seven Showcase Homes.
Homebuild Taylor Morrison is offering the following closeout package: Close before Mar. 30 and receive 3 percent towards closing costs, plus a front-load washer and dryer, a refrigerator, 2-inch wood blinds, ceiling fans, a garage door opener and your HOA dues paid for an entire year. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!
DISCOVERY PACKAGES
Aberdeen Country Club, FL: 3-day visit includes swimming, more.
> Aberdeen Country Club, Boynton Beach FL has a generous Stay & Play program that provides 3 days and 2 nights accommodations. You get two rounds of golf including lunch and all fees with this package.
In addition, get unlimited access to the golf practice facilities, the tennis courts, the clubhouse and the fitness and pool facilities. Inquire for pricing. Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
> Wycliffe Country Club, Wellington, FL is extending a warm welcome to its members to join in the fun under the tent for a special two-day golf sale. The event starts today, January 28, and runs from 12 noon to 3 pm and continues tomorrow during the same times. Send me more information about Wycliffe CC!
COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Colleton River Plantation, SC: Golf director wins award.
> Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton SC has announced that Matt Lucchesi, director of golf, was named Player of the Year and David La Pour, director of instruction, was named Teacher of the Year for 2013 by the Carolinas PGA Hilton Head Chapter.
LaPour is also a popular contributor to the WHHI-TV “Golf Center” instruction series. Send me more information about Colleton River!
JUST SOLD!
Daniel Island, SC: 22% sales increase.
> Daniel Island, Charleston SC cited both the Charleston economy and Daniel Island’s real estate market specifically for the extremely positive performance of that market over the past 12 months. In 2013, there was a 22 percent increase in the number of sales transactions island-wide over the previous year.
Daniel Island Real Estate was involved in 82 percent of those sales. In fact, 2013 was Daniel Island Real Estate’s best year since 2008, closing a total sales volume of $136 million. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
VIDEOS JUST ADDED TO…
Kiawah Island, SC: New video highlights amenities.
> Kiawah Island, SC — See a great overview of what Kiawah Island and its superior Club amenities provide to families who vacation and live in this special place.
> Willowbend Golf Club, MA – Video tour of a luxury golf course home complete with wine cellar, pond and golf course views.
> 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
Cypress Landing, NC: 3BR home w/ golf views.
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity NC’s 3-BR/2-BA home with 2,700 sf on a spacious lot at 106 Connecticut Drive has prime views of No. 14 fairway. Listed at $319,900. Send me more info….
> Frederica, St. Simons Island GA’s 6-BR/7.5-BA manor home on a two-acre homesite has panoramic lake views and 400 feet of lake frontage. Listed at $3,895,000. Send me more info….
Currahee Club, GA: Home reduced to $399,000.
> Currahee Club, Toccoa GA’s new reduction on a 3-BR home with over 3,000 sf of space on Cottage Lane brings its current listing price down to $399,000. Send me more info….
> Blackstone at Vistancia, Peoria AZ’s Showcase Home Special Offer, ending Jan. 31, provides 7 percent Employee Discount Pricing for all buyers on select T.W. Lewis by David Weekley Homes, with their views of golf or the Sonoran desert mountains. Send me more info….
> Willowbend Golf Club, Mashpee MA’s spacious 3-BR/4.5 BA home on the 6th hole of the golf course is an entertainer’s dream. The first-floor master suite offers separate his & her master baths and walk-in closets. Listed at $1.1M. Send me more info….
Discovery Packages
Amelia Island Plantation, FL: B&B package from $174.
> Amelia Island Plantation, Amelia Island FL’s “Bed & Breakfast” vacation discovery package, priced from $174 per night and including breakfast, is your chance to relax at Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort with its oceanfront guestrooms. Send me more info….
INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
FLORIDA
> Minto Sun City, Tampa
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
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+