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Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
August 16, 2024 – August 18, 2024
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> Getaways & Stay ‘n’ Plays – Callawassie Island, SC Discovery
> What’s Going On At … Conservancy Events at Palmetto Bluff, SC
> Community News and Updates – New Manager at Desert Mountain, AZ
NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
Eight new communities in four states have joined GolfCourseHome.com recently. See the list below along with links connecting you to their Featured Community page.
Virginia
> Governor’s Land at Two Rivers, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
> Ford’s Colony, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
> Colonial Heritage, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
FLORIDA
> Southern Hills Plantation, Brooksville, FL – READ MORE
> The Villages, Lady Lake, FL – READ MORE
North Carolina
> Burlingame Country Club, Sapphire READ MORE
> St. James Plantation, Southport, NC – READ MORE
SOUTH CAROLINA
> Riverton Pointe, Hardeeville, SC – READ MORE
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HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Harbour Ridge, FL 3BR End Unit Condo $340,000
> Winding River Plantation, NC Fairway & Pond View 3BR $585,500
> Riverton Pointe, NC New Construction 3BR, Patio $478,900
> The Club at Quail Ridge, FL Fairway View 2BR Condo $525,000
COMMUNITY NEWS
> New! Comedy and Dining at Ford’s Colony, VA
> College Colors Day at The Villages, FL
> BioBlitz at Oldfield, SC
> Beach Discovery at Riverton Pointe, SC
Golf Retirement Planner
> New! Best U.S. States for Golfers
> See All the Articles in the Golf Retirement Planner
> Retire Lake Arrowhead, GA – Top 10 Reasons
> Retire to Harbour Ridge, FL – Top 10 Reasons
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village, SC
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Callawassie Island, SC Discovery
Callawassie Island, SC: 3 days w/ swimming, dining, more.
> Callawassie Island, SC invites visitors to enjoy its 3-day/2-night Discovery Visit and learn firsthand why it’s such a popular place in the Lowcountry to live. Package includes 3 days/2 nights accommodations for two in an on-island Cottage or Villa.
Take time out to enjoy unlimited access to the fitness center, two swimming pools and six Har-Tru tennis courts, and unlimited access to both the Clubhouse and River Club
You’ll also receive a $50 gift certificate for dining, your choice of either a golf or tennis lesson, a session with a personal trainer and personalized real estate tour of Callawassie’s outstanding homes, homesites and amenities.
Price is just $299 per person. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
Conservancy Events at Palmetto Bluff, SC
Palmetto Bluff, SC: Conservancy program events coming up.
> Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton SC has a pair of nature-study events coming up as part of the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy’s program of tours, classes, workshops and field trips.
On Fri., Aug. 30 from 8 to 10:30 a.m., a PBC Birding event takes attendees out to Rice Field, an environment of pine-hardwood uplands and flatwoods, for birdwatching and a recording of sightings.
On Wed., Sept. 11 there is a Brown Bag Lunch presentation with Q&A to follow on White-tailed Deer, lead by the Conservancy’s on-site Land and Wildlife Manager, Brian Byrne. Send me more information about Palmetto Bluff!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
New Manager at Desert Mountain, AZ
Desert Mountain, AZ: Appoints new security expert.
> Desert Mountain, Scottsdale AZ has appointed Sgt. Adam Guy as community Safety and Education Manager. Sgt. Guy’s new role is to manage Desert Mountain’s Security training program and make recommendations for possible areas of reinforcement.
He’ll review current security measures against threats and develop a multi-layered development program for the team.
Guy has multiple certifications and advanced training, making him an excellent choice to evaluate the training and certifications of staff security officers. Send me more information about Desert Mountain!
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213 Beau Place, McCormick, SC 29835 – Savannah Lakes Village
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities213 Beau Place, McCormick, SC 29835
Asking Price: $429,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2 BAs
This single-level, 1803-sf home at 213 Beau Place in Savannah Lakes Village, SC is a short golf cart ride from the Tara Golf Course, River Grille and Rec Center.
Featuring 3BRs/2BAs, the home’s engineered flooring shines throughout the main living area and bedrooms, while tile flooring is featured in all the baths.
The home’s kitchen has designer cabinets, granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a large island.
A sliding glass door opens to a spacious covered porch with an attached screened porch which overlooks a fenced-in yard with gardens. Send me more about this home in Savannah Lakes Village!
KEY FEATURES: 213 Beau Place, GA
Relax on the screened porch, with views of the yard.
> More Community Information: Savannah Lakes Village, McCormick SC
About Savanah Lakes Village, SC
Lake Thurmond offers countless water activities.
Savannah Lakes Village is a member-owned lakefront sporting community, beautifully situated along 25 miles of shoreline in the Upstate of western South Carolina.
Its outstanding attributes include two 18-hole golf courses, two clubhouses and golf shops, an amenity-rich recreation center and easy access to 71,000-acre Lake Thurmond. Send me more about this home in Savannah Lakes Village!
36 Holes & Membership Included
Play on 36 championship holes served by two clubhouses.
The community’s two Tom Clark-designed courses, Monticello and Tara, are routed along lakefront acreage. Each stretches to more than 7,000 yards from their back tees, but multiple tees allow either course to be played from as little as 4,500 yards.
A special bonus for property owners in Savannah Lakes Village is that Golf Membership is included, as are all other amenities.
There are no golf initiation fees to burden new owners, and members can choose from attractive unlimited annual play packages or pay daily golf fees as low as $25, including cart. Send me more about this home in Savannah Lakes Village!
116 Huntercombe, Williamsburg, VA 23188 – Ford’s Colony
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities116 Huntercombe, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Asking Price: $595,000 Beds/Baths: 4 BRs /2.5 BAs
This handsome one-owner home at 166 Huntercombe in Ford’s Colony, VA is built on a private half-acre lot very near tennis, swimming and an entry gate.
The home’s kitchen and breakfast room open to a spacious family room with built-ins, fireplace and access to a large screened porch that overlooks serene woodland.
Refinements include polished hardwood floors plus crown and chair moldings in the living and dining rooms.
There’s an oversized bonus room, a private office and a laundry room with oak cabinetry and tile flooring. Send me more about this home in Ford’s Colony!
KEY FEATURES: 116 Huntercombe, VA
The home offers a spacious screened porch.
> More Community Information: Ford’s Colony, Williamsburg VA
About Ford’s Colony, VA
Stately homes are a hallmark of Ford’s Colony.
Located just minutes from Colonial Williamsburg, Ford’s Colony is a 3,000-acre, private, gated community featuring 54 holes of championship golf and world-class amenities. (All Photos Courtesy of Brian Ford) Send me more about this home in Ford’s Colony!
World-Class Golf
Three championship golf courses offer a constant challenge.
Topping the extensive list of leisure activities is golf. Ford’s Colony offers three championship golf courses crafted by noted golf architect, Dan Maples. His 54 holes blend beautifully with the surroundings and provide an exceptional golfing challenge. Send me more about this home in Ford’s Colony!
Elegant Real Estate
The homes at Ford’s Colony are simply magnificent to look at.
The brick facades echo Colonial Williamsburg’s classic styling, while catering to residents’ diverse lifestyles.
Handsome Colonials and Federals, elegant Georgians and Greek revivals preside over well-manicured lawns and beautifully landscaped gardens.
More than half of the lovely acreage at Ford’s Colony will never be developed, giving residents plenty to see when the Virginia countryside goes through the changes of the seasons. Send me more about this home in Ford’s Colony!
150 West Waterside Parkway, Palm Coast, FL 32137 – Grand Haven
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement CommunitiesProperty Address: 150 West Waterside Parkway
Asking Price: $379,000 Beds/Baths: 2 BRs/2 BAs
This meticulously maintained home at 150 West Waterside Parkway in Grand Haven features several updates, including a new roof this year.
Enter this 2BR/2BA home through a leaded-glass front door which leads to the main living space with vaulted ceilings.
The kitchen has uniquely detailed cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a pantry.
The owner’s suite features a large walk-in closet, en-suite bath with double vanity and a sliding door to a screened lanai. Send me more about this home in Grand Haven!
KEY FEATURES: 150 West Waterside Parkway, FL
Enjoy landscaping and nature views from the screened lanai.
> More Community Information: Grand Haven, Palm Coast FL
About Grand Haven, FL
Grand Haven features a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course.
Grand Haven is one of the Palm Coast’s premier gated, club communities.
Featuring 1,400 acres of property and 19 villages within its master plan, the community is known for having one of the most breathtaking settings on the Intracoastal Waterway.
Natural assets include 4,000 acres of conservation land in two adjacent Flagler County parks. The Atlantic Ocean beaches are just minutes away. There are also two recreation centers providing endless activities. Send me more about this home in Grand Haven!
Casually Elegant Golf Clubhouse
The social center of the community is the clubhouse.
The Clubhouse at Grand Haven offers beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway, excellent food and beverage and great service are on the menu daily.
Dining venues include a main dining room with full bar & lounge, inside seating and expansive patio area with full service menu for lunch and dinner served daily.
There is also a casual grill for breakfast and lunch service. Daily service is open to residents, club members and guests. Special Event facilities are available for weddings and corporate functions. Send me more about this home in Grand Haven!
103 Encina Court, Saint Marys, GA 31558 – Osprey Cove
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities103 Encina Court, Saint Marys, GA 31558
Asking Price: $699,900 Beds/Baths: 5 BRs/4 BAs
This roomy and well-appointed brand-new home at 103 Encina Court in Osprey Cove has a heated in-ground swimming pool.
It is entered through an elegant foyer that leads to a rotunda into the great room.
Flowing from the great room is a large open space with an island kitchen with a casual dining area.
The primary suite, conveniently located on the first floor, features a large walk-in closet plus a bath with a dual sink vanity and walk-in shower. Send me more about this home in Osprey Cove!
KEY FEATURES: 103 Encina Court, GA
The home offers a spacious covered patio.
> More Community Information: Osprey Cove, St. Mary’s GA
About Osprey Cove, GA
The clubhouse offers fine dining and many top amenities.
Unspoiled, uncrowded and undiscovered, Osprey Cove offers a tremendous value in private club community living.
Stretching across 1,059 acres of lush coastal Georgia terrain, Osprey Cove is only a few miles from unspoiled sandy beaches and is just minutes from Jacksonville, Amelia Island and historic St. Marys. Famed Cumberland Island is just a ferry ride away. Send me more about this home in Osprey Cove!
Championship Golf by Mark McCumber
The course is embraced by marshes & tidal inlets.
Designed by Mark McCumber & Associates, the layout is a testament to McCumber’s commitment to establishing a course that is defined by the natural characteristics of the land and river. Send me more about this home in Osprey Cove!
Osprey Cove Real Estate Options
Enjoy elegant homes and golf and water views.
Everything from smaller, maintenance-free single-family homes to dramatic custom homes are available. And if you want to build, choose from among homesites with views of the golf course, lake and preserves or dockable homesites with views unrivaled in the area. Send me more about this home in Osprey Cove!
Art Event at Woodside SC, Summer Concert at Treasure Lake PA, More
in Discovery Package, Newsletter, Things To DoGCH Network e-News
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
August 23, 2024 – August 25, 2024
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> Getaways & Stay ‘n’ Plays – Stay at Lake Arrowhead, GA Luxury Villa
> What’s Going On At …
NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
Eight new communities in four states have joined GolfCourseHome.com recently. See the list below along with links connecting you to their Featured Community page.
Virginia
> Governor’s Land at Two Rivers, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
> Ford’s Colony, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
> Colonial Heritage, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
FLORIDA
> Southern Hills Plantation, Brooksville, FL – READ MORE
> The Villages, Lady Lake, FL – READ MORE
North Carolina
> Burlingame Country Club, Sapphire READ MORE
> St. James Plantation, Southport, NC – READ MORE
SOUTH CAROLINA
> Riverton Pointe, Hardeeville, SC – READ MORE
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HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Governor’s Land, VA Fairway View 3BR $595,000
> Lake Arrowhead, GA 2BR New Construction $379,900
> The Club at Ibis, FL Updated 2BR Condo $375,000
> Callawassie Island, SC Updated 3BR $599,000
COMMUNITY NEWS
> New! Conservancy Events at Palmetto Bluff, SC
> Comedy and Dining at Ford’s Colony, VA
> College Colors Day at The Villages, FL
> BioBlitz at Oldfield, SC
> Beach Discovery at Riverton Pointe, SC
Golf Retirement Planner
> New! Best U.S. States for Golfers
> See All the Articles in the Golf Retirement Planner
> Retire Lake Arrowhead, GA – Top 10 Reasons
> Retire to Harbour Ridge, FL – Top 10 Reasons
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village, SC
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Stay at Luxury Lake Arrowhead, GA Villa
Lake Arrowhead, GA: Stay in luxury golf villa.
> Lake Arrowhead, Waleska GA is pleased to offer Discovery Stay & Play accommodations in its luxury Golf Villa. Guests will be receive a 15-minute presentation describing the community and a tour of model homes.
Stay & Play guests receive 10 percent off dining, boat rentals and golf and have access to tennis, pickleball, bocce ball, basketball, hiking trails, pools, fishing pier, Great Festival Park and more. Weekdays from $169/night. Weekends from $199/night. Rates are based on a minimum 2 night stay, double occupancy. Single night rate for weekdays & weekends is $229, double occupancy. Send me more information about Lake Arrowhead!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
Art Event at Woodside, SC
Woodside, SC: Community hosts art event this week.
> Woodside, Aiken SC has an upcoming cultural event for art lovers in the community, opening night of the Midsummer Night’s Dream Art Show, happening Fri., Aug. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Village Café.
The Café will be serving light bites, coffee, beer and wine, for purchase. The artworks selected for this show will be displayed in the Café through September 30. Send me more information about Woodside!
Summer Concert at Treasure Lake, PA
Treasure Lake, PA: Hosts summer concert next week.
> Treasure Lake, DuBois PA is getting set for an End of Summer Bash Concert, happening Fri., Aug. 30 at the community’s main gathering space, the Lakeview Lodge, from noon until sundown.
Featured act will be Driveby Serenade. The ever-popular Driveby’s are a four-piece classic-rock cover band with a loyal following throughout the Northeast. Send me more information about Treasure Lake!
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6839 Arthur Hills Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23188 – Colonial Heritage
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities6839 Arthur Hills Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23188
Asking Price: $595,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/3 BAs
This 2,866-sf home at 6839 Arthur Hills Drive in Colonial Heritage is a sought-after Lakemont layout with an open concept and traditional spaces.
Set along the 8th fairway of the community’s Arthur Hills-designed golf course, it offers 3BR/3BA.
The main level has two bedrooms, an office, a sunroom, a dining area, a living room and a chef’s kitchen with a breakfast nook opening to a family room.
Upstairs are ideal guest quarters, including a loft area. There are pleasing nature views from both the custom patio and covered porches. Send me more about this home in Colonial Heritage!
KEY FEATURES: 6839 Arthur Hills Drive, VA
The kitchen has stainless appliances, lots of surface space.
> More Community Information: Colonial Heritage, Williamsburg, VA
About Colonial Heritage, Williamsburg, VA
Play an Arthur Hills-designed course.
Colonial Heritage is Williamsburg’s only gated golf community for adults 55 and up. It is rated as a “Top 50 Best Master-Planned Community in the U.S.,” by Where to Retire Magazine.
World-class amenities include an Arthur Hills championship golf course, 25,000-sf clubhouse, complete fitness center with tennis and swimming and more.
Residents have a scenic and sporty Arthur Hills championship golf course waiting outside their door.
This 170-acre pearl, opened in 2006, winds its way through the community’s neighborhoods, offering prime views of its well-groomed fairways. Send me more information about Colonial Heritage!
Clubhouse & Clubs
The Heritage Clubhouse echoes the Williamsburg style.
The smartly designed Heritage Clubhouse is a hub of recreational, social and cultural activities for residents. Hobby and special interest clubs meet in this impressive, 25,000-sf facility.
Nearby is the community’s 7,500-sf Athletic Club. It’s loaded with exercise options, from water aerobics in the indoor pool to a stimulating workout at the Fitness Center.
Residents and guests also take advantage of the shaded space for reading and relaxing by the outdoor pool. Send me more information about this Williamsburg 55+ community!
208 Red Cloud Landing, Waleska, GA 30183 – Lake Arrowhead
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities208 Red Cloud Landing, Waleska, GA 30183
Asking Price: $379,900 Beds/Baths: 2 BRs/2 BAs
This new-construction two-story ranch home in Lake Arrowhead offers two bedrooms and two full baths on the main level with a third bedroom and bath upstairs.
It is located just steps from Red Cloud Park and Marina with its amenities for swimming, tennis and pickleball.
Interior features include pendant lighting, cathedral ceilings and an arched passageway.
Exterior spaces include a screened porch and separate patio. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
KEY FEATURES: 208 Red Cloud Landing, GA
The open plan includes an island kitchen.
> More Community Information: Lake Arrowhead, Waleska GA
About Lake Arrowhead, GA
Enjoy a relaxing lakeside and mountain lifestyle.
Tucked away in the Blue Ridge foothills just 30 minutes north of Atlanta, welcome to Lake Arrowhead–destined to be the finest mountain, lake and golfing community in the Southeast.
The focal point of this lakeside community is a crystal-clear 540-acre lake surrounded by mountains, pristine wilderness and trails.
The community’s array of first-class amenities includes Lake Arrowhead Yacht & Country Club, with its classic 18-hole golf course and extensive boating facilities. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
Golf & Waterfront Lifestyle
Play the scenic and challenging Highlands golf course.
The Veranda of the Lake Arrowhead Yacht and Country Club offers property owners and guests a place to enjoy the gentle mountain breezes and expansive vistas while playing our 18 hole championship Highlands Golf Course.
This challenging Mountain course is considered one of the best golf courses in Georgia.
Owners and guests enjoy a fully stocked Pro Shop and our Chef Inspired Dining Menu at the Highland Grill. The Highlands Course is open for daily play and we invite you to visit to tour the club or sign up for one of the world class PGA Professional Instructor clinics. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
10307 Orchid Reserve Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33412 – Club at Ibis
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities10307 Orchid Reserve Drive, West Palm Beach, FL
Asking Price: $375,000 Beds/Baths: 2 BRs/2 BAs
This 2,327-sf coach home at 10307 Orchid Reserve Drive in The Club at Ibis, FL is situated on No. 8 fairway of the Tradition course.
It’s a main-level unit across the street from a private clubhouse with heated pool.
The rooms are spacious and flowing with lots of closets and storage.
The kitchen has been renovated and the property includes a two-car garage. Send me more about this home in The Club at Ibis!
KEY FEATURES: 10307 Orchid Reserve Drive, FL
The open floor plan includes a spacious, updated kitchen.
> More Community Information: The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach FL
About The Club at Ibis, FL
Ibis features three golf courses, including one by Jack Nicklaus.
The Club at Ibis offers all the benefits and conveniences of living in Palm Beach County, while still remaining an oasis of tranquility, bordered by natural beauty.
The community showcases three Nicklaus family-designed championship golf courses, including the acclaimed Legend course, originally developed and newly renovated in 2017 by golfing great Jack Nicklaus.
While the superb quality of the golf initially draws many to Ibis, it is the extraordinary quality of life (what they refer to as the Ibis ExperienceTM) that makes this membership well satisfied. Send me more about this home in The Club at Ibis!
Real Estate
Homes are stylish with real estate beginning at $150,000.
The much awarded gated community has 33 diverse neighborhoods, with architecturally beautiful homes, set in a lush, manicured setting.
Choose from a variety of residences including condominiums, villas, single family homes, new construction and custom estates. Prices range from the mid $100s into the millions. 24-hour security from Ibis Public Safety provides peace of mind for the year round or seasonal residents. Send me more about this home in The Club at Ibis!
17 Heron Walk, Okatie, SC 29909 – Callawassie Island Club
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities17 Heron Walk, Okatie, SC 29909
Asking Price: $599,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2.5 BAs
This Heron Walk Villa home at 17 Heron Walk in Callawassie Island, SC is beautifully renovated with custom and designer details throughout.
For sale furnished, this is a turnkey property located conveniently close to the clubhouse.
A Carolina Room offers additional living space and a back deck extends the outdoor space, both offering lagoon views.
The home is very suitable as a primary, lock-and-leave residence, a vacation home or as a short-term investment rental. Send me more about this home in Callawassie Island!
KEY FEATURES: 17 Heron Walk, SC
The Carolina room leads to a back deck.
> More Community Information: Callawassie Island, SC
About Callawassie Island, SC
The golf course is surrounded by a lush natural environment.
Set in the Carolina Lowcountry, Callawassie Island is a private, gated island community offering world-class Tom Fazio golf and a full complement of amenities.
A half-mile causeway provides a relaxing, almost magical approach to the island, where peace and quiet are as plentiful as vibrant activity.
Callawassie is ideally located—near Hilton Head Island–yet a world apart from its crowds, noise and traffic. For convenience and charm, Beaufort is only 15 minutes away and historic Savannah, Georgia, only 30.
The homes and homesites of Callawassie—including waterfront— are among the area’s best values. Send me more about this home in Callawassie Island!
A Certified Community Wildlife Habitat
Callawassie Island is a Community Wildlife Habitat.
Callawassie Island is the first South Carolina community to have been designated a “Community Wildlife Habitat” by the National Wildlife Federation.
Coexisting with nature—with live oaks and palmettos, with egrets and herons, and with the thriving ecosystem of the salt marsh—has always been important here.
Today, that distinguished designation still applies and Callawassie is one of only four South Carolina communities that can claim it. Send me more about this home in Callawassie Island!
Conservancy Events at Palmetto Bluff SC, New Manager at Desert Mtn AZ
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement CommunitiesGCH Network e-News
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
August 16, 2024 – August 18, 2024
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> Getaways & Stay ‘n’ Plays – Callawassie Island, SC Discovery
> What’s Going On At … Conservancy Events at Palmetto Bluff, SC
> Community News and Updates – New Manager at Desert Mountain, AZ
NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
Eight new communities in four states have joined GolfCourseHome.com recently. See the list below along with links connecting you to their Featured Community page.
Virginia
> Governor’s Land at Two Rivers, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
> Ford’s Colony, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
> Colonial Heritage, Williamsburg, VA – READ MORE
FLORIDA
> Southern Hills Plantation, Brooksville, FL – READ MORE
> The Villages, Lady Lake, FL – READ MORE
North Carolina
> Burlingame Country Club, Sapphire READ MORE
> St. James Plantation, Southport, NC – READ MORE
SOUTH CAROLINA
> Riverton Pointe, Hardeeville, SC – READ MORE
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HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Harbour Ridge, FL 3BR End Unit Condo $340,000
> Winding River Plantation, NC Fairway & Pond View 3BR $585,500
> Riverton Pointe, NC New Construction 3BR, Patio $478,900
> The Club at Quail Ridge, FL Fairway View 2BR Condo $525,000
COMMUNITY NEWS
> New! Comedy and Dining at Ford’s Colony, VA
> College Colors Day at The Villages, FL
> BioBlitz at Oldfield, SC
> Beach Discovery at Riverton Pointe, SC
Golf Retirement Planner
> New! Best U.S. States for Golfers
> See All the Articles in the Golf Retirement Planner
> Retire Lake Arrowhead, GA – Top 10 Reasons
> Retire to Harbour Ridge, FL – Top 10 Reasons
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village, SC
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Callawassie Island, SC Discovery
Callawassie Island, SC: 3 days w/ swimming, dining, more.
> Callawassie Island, SC invites visitors to enjoy its 3-day/2-night Discovery Visit and learn firsthand why it’s such a popular place in the Lowcountry to live. Package includes 3 days/2 nights accommodations for two in an on-island Cottage or Villa.
Take time out to enjoy unlimited access to the fitness center, two swimming pools and six Har-Tru tennis courts, and unlimited access to both the Clubhouse and River Club
You’ll also receive a $50 gift certificate for dining, your choice of either a golf or tennis lesson, a session with a personal trainer and personalized real estate tour of Callawassie’s outstanding homes, homesites and amenities.
Price is just $299 per person. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
Conservancy Events at Palmetto Bluff, SC
Palmetto Bluff, SC: Conservancy program events coming up.
> Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton SC has a pair of nature-study events coming up as part of the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy’s program of tours, classes, workshops and field trips.
On Fri., Aug. 30 from 8 to 10:30 a.m., a PBC Birding event takes attendees out to Rice Field, an environment of pine-hardwood uplands and flatwoods, for birdwatching and a recording of sightings.
On Wed., Sept. 11 there is a Brown Bag Lunch presentation with Q&A to follow on White-tailed Deer, lead by the Conservancy’s on-site Land and Wildlife Manager, Brian Byrne. Send me more information about Palmetto Bluff!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
New Manager at Desert Mountain, AZ
Desert Mountain, AZ: Appoints new security expert.
> Desert Mountain, Scottsdale AZ has appointed Sgt. Adam Guy as community Safety and Education Manager. Sgt. Guy’s new role is to manage Desert Mountain’s Security training program and make recommendations for possible areas of reinforcement.
He’ll review current security measures against threats and develop a multi-layered development program for the team.
Guy has multiple certifications and advanced training, making him an excellent choice to evaluate the training and certifications of staff security officers. Send me more information about Desert Mountain!
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