GCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,106 May 6, 2016 Circ. 15,000
TODAY’S HEADLINES
* Florida Homes for Sale
* North Carolina Homes for Sale
* Georgia Homes for Sale
* Tennessee Homes for Sale
* Auction! 41 Golf Lots to Go on Block at Rams Hill CC, CA
* Getaways & Stay ‘n’ Plays – Harbour Ridge, FL
* What’s Going On At… GA & TN Communities
* Community News and Updates – PGA National Resort/Spa, FL
NOW TRENDING ON GCH NETWORK
> Rams Hill CC Golf Lot Auction, Homes for Sale in FL, NC, SC, CA & TX
> Homes for Sale in FL, NC, SC & GA for Under $299K
> WaterViewHome.net – Water View & Waterfront Homes
> Florida Golf & Water View Communities
> South Carolina Golf & Water View Communities
> Florida Discovery Packages, What’s Hot at Communities Now
> Homes for Sale, Casa del Lago Mother’s Day Visit Package
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FIRST TEE
Good Morning! While it’s spring in the Northeast, it has been wet and cold. And that must explain the continued heavy interest in Florida visits and property as evidenced by their high rankings on our ‘What’s Trending on GCH’ list below.
Water view homes are receiving plenty of interest as well, and hence there is increased interest in our WaterViewHome.net site. Also, getting plenty of play is the absolute auction of 41 golf lots at Rams Hill CC in Borrego Springs, CA, and our special Mother’s Day package for a visit to Casa del Lago, Dominican Republic. See below for all the details.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
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FLORIDA HOMES
The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach
Asking Price: $539,000
Property Address: 6505 Sparrow Hawk Drive, West Palm Beach FL 33412
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
This 2,895-sf Chatam model is surrounded by a tranquil enclave in the Woodlands with a premium lot that backs up to a private nature preserve.
KEY FEATURES
- Outdoor living area with wide lot, screened lanai, heated pool and spa
- Kitchen has a granite island and upgraded wood cabinets
- Accordion shutters for hurricane protection
- Outdoor sound system and 2.5-car garage
- Send me more about this home in The Club at Ibis!
Solivita, Poinciana
Asking Price: $269,990
Property Address: Classic Collection neighborhood, Poinciana FL 34759
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
This move-in-ready home is designed on the Castello floor plan. It provide 2,259 sf of living space in the over-55 community of Solivita.
KEY FEATURES
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NORTH CAROLINA HOMES
The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Arden
Asking Price: $899,000
Property Address: 5 Chedworth Way, Arden NC 28704
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
In a setting that overlooks water features and mountain views, this Tudor-style town home provides a welcoming retreat.
KEY FEATURES
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GEORGIA HOMES
The Landings on Skidaway Island, Savannah
Asking Price: $995,000
Property Address: 4 Spring Marsh Lane, Savannah GA 31411
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Enjoy stunning 270-degree views of marsh and tidal creek as you relax or entertain on this 3,523-sf home’s wraparound terrace, with its built-in grill and two dipping pools.
KEY FEATURES
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TENNESSEE
Woodlake Lodge, Golf & Country Club, Tazewell
Asking Price: $399,999
Address: Tazewell, TN 37879
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3.5
This estate home in the East Tennessee mountains has 5,556 sf of living space.
KEY FEATURES
- Gently sloping lot with mature shade trees
- Graceful wraparound farmer’s porch
- Four-car garage
- Boat slip rents for $300 a summer on Norris Lake, with 800 miles of shoreline
- Send me more information about Woodlake!
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CALIFORNIA GOLF LOT AUCTION!
Asking Price: Lender Ordered Absolute Auction
– Sold to the Highest Bidders, Regardless of Price
Property Address: 1881 Rams Hill Road, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
The Rams Hill Country Club in Borrego Springs, CA, recently announced that it will be auctioning off a section of 41 golf course lots next month on June 11.
A buyer/broker open house is scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 2016, and interested buyers can also schedule in-person visits. The auction will be held at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina on June 11, 2016 at 11 am.
The lots will be awarded to the highest bidder, regardless of price. Send me more information about this auction!
KEY FEATURES
- 41 Luxury Lots with golf course and mountain views
- Located within master-planned 3,140-Acre Community
- Private, gated golf course community of Rams Hill
- 1,500 Acres of permanent open space
- Spectacular 35,000± SF Clubhouse w/ $1.5M renovation
- Premium luxury amenities, extensive recreational offerings
- 110 Acre, 18-hole championship Tom Fazio-designed golf course
- A great opportunity to buy finished lots in area of Borrego Springs
- Send me more information about this auction!
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Harbour Ridge FL Says, “Be Our Guest”
Harbour Ridge, FL: Stay in furnished home during your getaway.
> Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club presented by HR Properties, Stuart FL is promoting its Be Our Guest program for visitors interested in the community. It includes two nights’ accommodations in a condo (or you may stay on your boat), two rounds of golf, two lunches in the Grille Room, dinner for two, plus unlimited use of tennis, fitness center and outdoor, heated pool.
A tour with a real estate agent is part of the offer. Cost is $500 per couple. Fee will be refunded upon the purchase of any residential property in Harbour Ridge. Send me more information about Harbour Ridge!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
PGA National Golf Sculpture Display
PGA National, FL: Golf sculptures are on display.
> PGA National Resort and Spa, Palm Beach Gardens FL recently placed a renowned “Faces of Golf” sculpture on display. It was created by acclaimed British-American sculptor Lawrence Holofcener.
The sculpture depicts 116 portraits from Mary, Queen of Scots, an avid golfer whose reign spanned 25 years in the 16th century, to four-time major champion Rory McIlroy. The first in the edition was unveiled during the 2015 British Open. Send me more information about PGA National!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
WindRiver Derby Party
Great food will be part of upcoming celebration.
> WindRiver, Lenoir City TN debuts its newest amenity, the WindRiver Pool as it opens the 2016 season with a Kentucky Derby Party on May 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. The event features mint juleps and hearty hors o’oeuvres catered by on-site Citico’s restaurant plus games and activities for all ages.
Come watch “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” Prizes will be awarded for choosing the winning horse. Derby attire requested. Tickets are $50 per person. Send me more information about WindRiver!
Osprey Cove Dining Specials
Osprey Cove, GA: Serving up goodies all week long.
> Osprey Cove, St. Mary’s GA has a culinary one-two punch to start each week with a helping of fun and enjoyment. On Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m. it’s Ribs Night at the Osprey Clubhouse, serving succulent Baby Back Ribs and french fries for $15.
Also, on Tuesdays at the Clubhouse it’s Wings Night, also from 4 to 7 p.m. Cost is 50 cents per wing, with a wide array of savory and spicy sauces. Send me more information about Osprey Cove!
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Homes for Sale in FL, NC, TN & GA, Kentucky Derby at WindRiver, Ribs/Wings at Osprey Cove
in Newsletter, Real Estate for Sale, Special Deals & IncentivesGCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,106 May 6, 2016 Circ. 15,000
TODAY’S HEADLINES
* Florida Homes for Sale
* North Carolina Homes for Sale
* Georgia Homes for Sale
* Tennessee Homes for Sale
* Auction! 41 Golf Lots to Go on Block at Rams Hill CC, CA
* Getaways & Stay ‘n’ Plays – Harbour Ridge, FL
* What’s Going On At… GA & TN Communities
* Community News and Updates – PGA National Resort/Spa, FL
NOW TRENDING ON GCH NETWORK
> Rams Hill CC Golf Lot Auction, Homes for Sale in FL, NC, SC, CA & TX
> Homes for Sale in FL, NC, SC & GA for Under $299K
> WaterViewHome.net – Water View & Waterfront Homes
> Florida Golf & Water View Communities
> South Carolina Golf & Water View Communities
> Florida Discovery Packages, What’s Hot at Communities Now
> Homes for Sale, Casa del Lago Mother’s Day Visit Package
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FIRST TEE
Good Morning! While it’s spring in the Northeast, it has been wet and cold. And that must explain the continued heavy interest in Florida visits and property as evidenced by their high rankings on our ‘What’s Trending on GCH’ list below.
Water view homes are receiving plenty of interest as well, and hence there is increased interest in our WaterViewHome.net site. Also, getting plenty of play is the absolute auction of 41 golf lots at Rams Hill CC in Borrego Springs, CA, and our special Mother’s Day package for a visit to Casa del Lago, Dominican Republic. See below for all the details.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
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FLORIDA HOMES
The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach
> More listing information: The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach FL
Asking Price: $539,000
Property Address: 6505 Sparrow Hawk Drive, West Palm Beach FL 33412
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
This 2,895-sf Chatam model is surrounded by a tranquil enclave in the Woodlands with a premium lot that backs up to a private nature preserve.
KEY FEATURES
Solivita, Poinciana
> More listing information: Solivita, Poinciana FL
Asking Price: $269,990
Property Address: Classic Collection neighborhood, Poinciana FL 34759
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
This move-in-ready home is designed on the Castello floor plan. It provide 2,259 sf of living space in the over-55 community of Solivita.
KEY FEATURES
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NORTH CAROLINA HOMES
The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Arden
> More listing information: The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Arden NC
Asking Price: $899,000
Property Address: 5 Chedworth Way, Arden NC 28704
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
In a setting that overlooks water features and mountain views, this Tudor-style town home provides a welcoming retreat.
KEY FEATURES
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GEORGIA HOMES
The Landings on Skidaway Island, Savannah
> More listing information: The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA
Asking Price: $995,000
Property Address: 4 Spring Marsh Lane, Savannah GA 31411
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Enjoy stunning 270-degree views of marsh and tidal creek as you relax or entertain on this 3,523-sf home’s wraparound terrace, with its built-in grill and two dipping pools.
KEY FEATURES
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TENNESSEE
Woodlake Lodge, Golf & Country Club, Tazewell
> More listing information: Woodlake Lodge, Golf & CC, Tazewell TN
Asking Price: $399,999
Address: Tazewell, TN 37879
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3.5
This estate home in the East Tennessee mountains has 5,556 sf of living space.
KEY FEATURES
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CALIFORNIA GOLF LOT AUCTION!
> Rams Hill Country Club Lot Auction, June 11, 2016
Asking Price: Lender Ordered Absolute Auction
– Sold to the Highest Bidders, Regardless of Price
Property Address: 1881 Rams Hill Road, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
The Rams Hill Country Club in Borrego Springs, CA, recently announced that it will be auctioning off a section of 41 golf course lots next month on June 11.
A buyer/broker open house is scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 2016, and interested buyers can also schedule in-person visits. The auction will be held at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina on June 11, 2016 at 11 am.
The lots will be awarded to the highest bidder, regardless of price. Send me more information about this auction!
KEY FEATURES
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Harbour Ridge FL Says, “Be Our Guest”
Harbour Ridge, FL: Stay in furnished home during your getaway.
> Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club presented by HR Properties, Stuart FL is promoting its Be Our Guest program for visitors interested in the community. It includes two nights’ accommodations in a condo (or you may stay on your boat), two rounds of golf, two lunches in the Grille Room, dinner for two, plus unlimited use of tennis, fitness center and outdoor, heated pool.
A tour with a real estate agent is part of the offer. Cost is $500 per couple. Fee will be refunded upon the purchase of any residential property in Harbour Ridge. Send me more information about Harbour Ridge!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
PGA National Golf Sculpture Display
PGA National, FL: Golf sculptures are on display.
> PGA National Resort and Spa, Palm Beach Gardens FL recently placed a renowned “Faces of Golf” sculpture on display. It was created by acclaimed British-American sculptor Lawrence Holofcener.
The sculpture depicts 116 portraits from Mary, Queen of Scots, an avid golfer whose reign spanned 25 years in the 16th century, to four-time major champion Rory McIlroy. The first in the edition was unveiled during the 2015 British Open. Send me more information about PGA National!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
WindRiver Derby Party
Great food will be part of upcoming celebration.
> WindRiver, Lenoir City TN debuts its newest amenity, the WindRiver Pool as it opens the 2016 season with a Kentucky Derby Party on May 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. The event features mint juleps and hearty hors o’oeuvres catered by on-site Citico’s restaurant plus games and activities for all ages.
Come watch “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” Prizes will be awarded for choosing the winning horse. Derby attire requested. Tickets are $50 per person. Send me more information about WindRiver!
Osprey Cove Dining Specials
Osprey Cove, GA: Serving up goodies all week long.
> Osprey Cove, St. Mary’s GA has a culinary one-two punch to start each week with a helping of fun and enjoyment. On Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m. it’s Ribs Night at the Osprey Clubhouse, serving succulent Baby Back Ribs and french fries for $15.
Also, on Tuesdays at the Clubhouse it’s Wings Night, also from 4 to 7 p.m. Cost is 50 cents per wing, with a wide array of savory and spicy sauces. Send me more information about Osprey Cove!
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4 Spring Marsh Lane, Savannah GA 31411 at The Landings on Skidaway Island
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA
Asking Price: $995,000
Address: 4 Spring Marsh Lane, Savannah GA 31411
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Enjoy stunning 270-degree views of marsh and tidal creek as you relax or entertain on this 3,523-sf home’s wraparound terrace, with its built-in grill and two dipping pools.
KEY FEATURES
About The Landings on Skidaway Island
The Landings is a vibrant, premier residential community on Skidaway Island, less than 10 miles south of historic Savannah, Georgia.
The community is run by its debt-free homeowners association and has been for the past 15 years. The Urban Land Institute named The Landings “one of the nation’s best residential communities.” Send me more about this home in The Landings!
Amenities
Resident facilities in this gated community include two deep-water marinas, 40 miles of walking and biking trails, playgrounds, a Village Library, Skidaway Farms (a community garden), dog park, nature trail and so much more.
The club amenities consist of six championship 18-hole golf courses, 34 tennis courts, five pools (two indoor), four dining clubhouses and an impressive fitness and wellness center with spa services. All golf courses are covered under one membership and all are just a golf cart ride away.
Known for its warm sense of community, The Landings on Skidaway Island offers more than 100 social clubs, including New Neighbors and Landings Landlovers, making it easy to find new friends and create life-long friendships.
The Landings Association also owns a number of Rhodes 19 sailboats and the Sailing Club meets every weekend for enjoyment and competition. Delegal Creek Marina offers kayak storage and rental and the kayak club meets regularly. In season BBQ’s with entertainment are held at both the Delegal Marina and Landings Harbour Marina.
Residents of The Landings can also enjoy all of the amenities, culture, events and healthcare that Savannah offers, and then retreat to their private oasis at the end of the day. The Landings provides you with the best of both worlds! Send me more about this home in The Landings!
Real Estate Opportunities
The Landings on Skidaway Island is a community of custom homes reflecting personal expression through a wide variety of architectural styles, while unity is ensured by The Landings Architectural Review process. Homes at The Landings range in price from $250,000 to more than $2 million.
Lots range from patio to full-size and estate lots, offering golf, lagoon, river, wooded and marsh views. Lots at The Landings on Skidaway Island range in price from $70,000 to $400,000. Send me more about this home in The Landings!
5 Chedworth Way, Arden NC 28704 at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Arden NC
Asking Price: $899,000
Address: 5 Chedworth Way, Arden NC 28704
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
In a setting that overlooks water features and mountain views, this Tudor-style town home provides a welcoming retreat.
KEY FEATURES
About The Cliffs at Walnut Cove
The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, the only private gated golf community in Asheville and located minutes from downtown, offers a rare combination of privacy, convenience, natural splendor and refined elegance.
The community sits on 1,500 acres surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest and minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, which overlooks the community at its first lookout point. Send me more information about The Cliffs at Walnut Cove!
Old World Splendor
The Walnut Cove clubhouse is characterized by rustic Old World European splendor, a favorite of the early 20th-century architects who made their home in Asheville after construction of the Vanderbilts’ Biltmore estate.
Yet the community also incorporates some of the most modern styling and amenities available at The Cliffs today.
Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf
Opened in 2005, the Walnut Cove Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is the only championship golf course to have debuted with a PGA Tour event.
The course’s front nine holes wind across open fields of former farmlands, playing across soft ridges and featuring bunkers that create multiple risk and reward opportunities.
The back nine plays into native woodland vegetation, crisscrossing over and around mountain streams. Send me more information about The Cliffs at Walnut Cove!
The Club Village
The heart of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is the Club Village, which includes the Golf House, the Tavern and neighborhood townhomes. Designed to resemble a traditional European town hall, the Club Village features the 12,000-sf Tavern, which offers fine and casual dining in an elegant setting.
Members can choose from the grand dining hall for dinner celebrations and a pub for casual lunches. The terrace at the Tavern is popular for barbecues and live music.
State-of-the-Art Wellness Center
The 18,000-sf, state-of-the-art wellness center features a fitness room, cardio area, functional training room including a TRUE Stretch machine, and aerobics studio.
A heated indoor pool and Junior Olympic outdoor swimming pool are available for swimming laps or water fitness classes, after which members can unwind in the outdoor hot tub.
The Wellness Center also features four Har-Tru clay, lighted tennis courts, personal training and consultation from on-site exercise physiologists and trainers, and spa services. Send me more information about The Cliffs at Walnut Cove!
6505 Sparrow Hawk Drive, West Palm Beach FL 33412 at The Club at Ibis
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL
Asking Price: $539,000
Address: 6505 Sparrow Hawk Drive, West Palm Beach FL 33412
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
This 2,895-sf Chatam model is surrounded by a tranquil enclave in the Woodlands with a premium lot that backs up to a private nature preserve.
KEY FEATURES
About Ibis
he Club at Ibis (formerly Ibis Golf & Country Club) 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 offers three Nicklaus family-designed golf courses, including the acclaimed Legend course developed 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 Experience) that makes its multi-generational membership well satisfied. Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
New Clubhouse Unveiled
The community recently celebrated the grand opening of its new new clubhouse which was highlighted by a visit by club courses designers Jack and Steve Nicklaus.
The new 80,000-sf clubhouse is a central part of the $33 million the club spent on renovations which added 22,000 sf of space and plenty of sparkling amenities to every aspect of the high-end club’s operation.
The event also signaled the completion of the club’s capital improvement project that included an all-new 28,000-sf sports village at The Club at Ibis. Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
33 Diverse Neighborhoods
The established gated community has 33 diverse neighborhoods, with architecturally beautiful homes, all in a manicured setting. The property borders the Grassy Waters Nature Preserve, with quiet streets, ample green space, lakes and nature trails.
The Club at Ibis residents enjoy an active country club lifestyle consisting of sports programs, an award-winning Mediterranean-style clubhouse, various dining options, upscale amenities and a variety of social activities.
Beaches, boating, fishing, shopping, and varied dining opportunities are all within minutes of Ibis. The Gardens Mall offers a wide variety of stores, including Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, and Tiffany & Co.
Ibis residents enjoy movies and lunch at Downtown at the Gardens, or catch a play at the Eissey Theatre. Local fare can be sampled at restaurants in nearby Legacy Place or Midtown at the Gardens, while Sailfish Marina offers sunset cruises. Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
An Equity Club
The Club at Ibis is an equity club owned by the members, who are justifiably proud of their spectacular amenities, unsurpassed lifestyle, and well-earned reputation. The much-awarded club was recently named the Sunshine state’s 2013 Community of the Year by the Florida Communities of Excellence Awards.
Nearby Palm Beach International Airport, I-95 and the Florida Turnpike all make travel easy. Within a short drive is the famous island of Palm Beach, the stunning beaches of Singer Island, and West Palm Beach’s historic downtown and waterfront. The international equestrian and polo communities of Wellington are also within 20 minutes. Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
Treat Mom to a Mother’s Day Stay at Casa del Lago
in Events and Holidays, Special Deals & Incentives, TravelMother’s Day Stay
Treat your mom, wife or significant other to a special visit to Casa del Lago, Dominican Republic. Your visit includes flowers, aromatherapy, golf course and beach access and more.
> Casa del Lago Resort & Vacation Rentals, Juan Dolio, Dominican Republic presents their “It’s On Us” Mother’s Day promotion. Priced from $132 per two-guest apartment, this offer is for a two-night stay, which can be lengthened.
This package includes deluxe accommodation at Guavaberry Resort, (studio up to 3-BR) clubhouse breakfast for two adults one morning, in-room floral arrangement, deluxe toiletries and aromatherapy gift, midnight snack. Send me more information about Casa del Lago!
About Casa del Lago, Dominican Republic
Casa del Lago is a gated, master-planned Caribbean golf and resort community located just five minutes from the picturesque town of Juan Dolio in the Dominican Republic. A small town filled with quiet cafes and unique boutiques, this charming little city is known as the getaway of choice for Dominican families that want to enjoy weekends away of the city.
Situated alongside a lush nature preserve, the community is just minutes away from Juan Dolio’s white sandy beaches and the Guavaberry Beach Club, as well as an impressive array of shopping, dining and nightlife venues in the nearby city of Santo Domingo. Send me more information about Casa del Lago!
“Why I Live Where I Live” Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head Island, SC
in Best Place, Retirement Communities, Why I Live Where I LiveBy Jay Elliott
Trish and I have been visiting Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island since 1973 and living here since 2005. This has given us an opportunity to enjoy much of what Hilton Head’s oldest plantation has to offer.
Each morning God paints a new masterpiece as the sun majestically rises on the beach. After living here almost 10 years, I still have to take a picture of it almost every morning.
The famed Harbour Town lighthouse watches boats come & go.
We begin each day there with our dog and “her” group of friends. We all knew the dog’s names before we did the humans. We are a close knit group who show up year round to watch our dog’s frolic in the ocean and roll and chase in the sand. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
A Life of Photo Ops
One simply cannot live at Sea Pines without a camera. The wildlife is breath taking. We enjoy spotting the mother loggerhead’s tracks up to where she lays her eggs. And at hatching time, we have been fortunate enough to witness this amazing event. The nests and eggs are counted each morning and carefully protected by the faithful workers who begin at pre-dawn each day.
A perfect line-up–beach lounges set up and ready for the day.
The different kinds of birds are numerous. Roosting across from our home are more than 100 snowy egrets and herons. The owls can be heard just down the street. There are eagles and hawks, wood ducks and Egyptian geese.The list just goes on…Send me more information about Sea Pines!
A Garden, Stables & More
We have a large garden plot at Heritage Farm. It is a source of an abundance of delicious organic food, friendships, and hours of pleasure. Often it is difficult to get the harvest home before eating it!
Just behind the garden is the Sea Pines Forest Preserve, a hidden treasure. There are two lakes for fishing and paths for horseback riding. It is a wonderful place to hike, picnic and view the vast array of wildlife. In the springtime there is a meadow of wildflowers you don’t want to miss.
Fairways and beaches stretch out for both people and wildlife.
Just across the road is Lawton Stables. There are dozens of beautiful horses grazing in the pastures awaiting trail rides, competitions held at the stables and many an excited visitor, young and old alike, with a handful of carrots to share. There is also a petting zoo on the premises that delights the grandchildren. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
World-Class Golf
Of course, one cannot think of Sea Pines without thinking “world-class golf.” Within the gates there are four championship courses. Sea Pines Country Club has one of the best maintained golf courses on the island. The new Heron Point course designed by Pete Dye is challenging and fun. Davis Love is redesigning the Ocean Course in the fall.
Hilton Head Island’s top layouts keeps golfers challenged.
And of course, the Harbor Town Golf Course is the home of the RBC Heritage Golf Tournament, which brings much excitement each spring. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
Sea Pines Country Club
Sea Pines Country Club not only has wonderful golf, but also offers great tennis. In addition to its adult programs, there are youth tennis camps in the summer. We have a soon-to-be-improved fitness area, and indoor and outdoor pools with locker rooms for all activities.
The food and staff are top notch and we have enjoyed many fun evenings at the club’s events. “Tenderloin and Trivia” has become an amazingly popular draw with over 300 people playing twice a month. (No cell phones allowed for this one.)
Beaches & More
The new Beach Club has quickly become the place to gather.
Those of us who call Sea Pines our home have our own property owners’ Tower Beach down near South Beach. It also has a wonderful shelter with bar where parties can be enjoyed and storage facilities for owners’ beach gear. Large swings beckon one to stop, sit, and just look out over the wooden beach walk down to the water.
Just a little further down the road is South Beach. The tourist shops and restaurant area resemble a New England village. There is always some sort of entertainment going on and two or three talking parrots mesmerizing the onlookers. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
Hilton Head Island’s Harbour Town
Harbour Town is such a draw for visitors of Hilton Head Island. The harbor is filled with enviable massive yachts and sailboats. The lighthouse overlooks the harbor with its familiar red and white stripes.
And each summer children and adults gather under the famous live oak tree looking out over the beautiful harbor to sing along with the iconic, Gregg Russell. This is a beloved tradition for anyone who visits.
People visit year after year to this very spot in hopes of getting chosen to come up and sing along with Gregg. There’s music for the kids as well as oldies for the adults that has everyone singing, laughing and going home with a smile on their face. The best part is it doesn’t cost a dime to participate.
Nothing’s better than dining with a view of the ocean.
There are great restaurants and delicious ice cream cones for dessert. It also is home to a very popular playground with a tree house. There are many wonderful shops to peruse. Excursions including the “Bubble Gum Cruise” and “The Pirate Cruise” leave from the pier in Harbour Town. One can easily check out opportunities for a variety of boating activities at the kiosks at the harbor. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
Tennis, Biking, Art & Eateries
The Stan Smith Tennis Center is located just outside Harbour Town for tennis enthusiasts to have lessons, clinics or enjoy a social game. The residents are also enjoying our new beach club and two completely new clubhouses: the Plantation Club and the Harbor Town Golf Links Clubhouse. They are all beautifully done with first-class accommodations.
If you don’t have a bike, there are many places to rent them and take off to explore on the 20 miles of bike paths within Sea Pines. It’s great to see whole families sharing time together and evident that some of them haven’t been on a bike for a very long time.
Shops, eateries and boutiques entertain when not at the beach.
Sea Pines has an art gallery called the Red Piano that frequently holds art shows in the CSA building. Once each year they are held at the Sea pines Country Club. We have so many talented artists in this area and always look forward to these events.
Sea Pines Center is home to some unique stores and various types of eateries. The center hosts outdoor evening concerts and dancing which are enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Everyone loves the farmer’s market held here on Tuesday’s.
The Ties That Bind
One of the best parts about living in Sea Pines is that most of its residents are not from here originally. We all bring our interests and experiences and share them with one another.
A person’s previous profession is really not important. We all just find ourselves blessed with the beauty around us and the many opportunities to develop new friends and share the fun and relaxation that surrounds us. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
3556 La Cumbre, Kerrville TX 78028 at Comanche Trace
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: Comanche Trace, Kerrville TX
Asking Price: $749,000
Address: 3556 La Cumbre, Kerrville TX 78028
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
This 2,954-sf home is well-sited to enjoy prevailing breezes on the back porch, which features a fireplace and fenced yard overlooking the golf course. Front courtyard provides a charming entrance.
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About Comanche Trace
Set on 1,300 scenic acres in the heart of the famed Texas Hill Country, Comanche Trace is a master-planned golf community where residents savor an ideal mix of small- town values, natural beauty, culture and arts. An added bonus is its close proximity to San Antonio and Kerrville’s own major city conveniences.
From championship golf to pleasing vistas of the Guadalupe River valley and every amenity in between, Comanche Trace offers a singular lifestyle in sublime surroundings where residents enjoy spending time with friends and family and appreciating nature. Learning a new sport, reaching a new fitness level or improving overall wellness and health are all part of the Comanche Trace experience as well. Send me more about this home in Comanche Trace!
Texas Treasure in the Hill Country
The 27-hole golf course, home to some of the finest bentgrass greens in all of Texas, has received a long list of awards. Tom Kite worked with Roy Bechtol and Randy Russell to design the original 18, The Valley and The Hills, on rolling terrain blessed with streams, lakes and majestic oaks.
The father-son team of Jay and Carter Morrish designed the additional nine holes, The Creeks, which opened in July of 2008. The course hosts many important tournaments and competitions, including pre-qualifiers for the PGA Tour’s Valero Texas Open and the Texas Senior Amateur Championship.
There is also both casual and fine dining at Comanche Trace. At the Pinnacle Grill, diners enjoy splendid views of the Hill Country while dining on Southwest specialties prepared by a talented culinary team. The Chophouse at Comanche Trace offers steak, chicken, and seafood entrées. Steaks are seared off the grill and then cooked to perfection at 1400 degrees. Send me more about this home in Comanche Trace!
Value and Security in a Successful Development
Comanche Trace is a non-equity club offering a wide selection of memberships carefully designed to meet individual preferences. There are six membership options available, from social to full golf membership. A Full or Limited Refundable Golf Membership is 100 percent refundable.
Members are guaranteed they will not be assessed. The club imposes no food or beverage minimums nor any automatic service charges. Comanche Trace creates an opportunity for property owners and non-property owners alike to enjoy the club experience.
Prospective homeowners can choose from many different options, including single-family neighborhoods, estate homes, courtyard homes, a Tuscan styled enclave and more. A roster of outstanding builders is available to help residents plan and complete their dream home. Send me more about this home in Comanche Trace!
Kerrville’s Restored Old World Charm
Kerrville offers natural beauty, great weather, small town values, excellent medical care, arts and close proximity to the conveniences of San Antonio. A recent revitalization project has restored downtown Kerrville to its original old-world charm. The design implements a plan which encourages leisurely strolls past shops of antiques as well as contemporary galleries. Send me more about this home in Comanche Trace!
Absolute Auction – 41 Luxury Golf Course Lots in Prestigious Rams Hill Country Club, Borrego Springs, CA
in Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> Rams Hill Country Club Lot Auction, June 11, 2016
Asking price: Lender Ordered Absolute Auction – Sold to the Highest Bidders, Regardless of Price
Property Address: 1881 Rams Hill Road, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
Fisher Auction Company recently announced that it will be auctioning 41 golf course lots on June 11 @ 11:00 A.M., P.T.
A buyer/broker open house is scheduled for Saturday, May 21, 2016, and interested buyers can also schedule in-person visits. The auction will be held at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina on June 11, 2016 at 11 am.
The lots will be awarded to the highest bidder, regardless of price. Send me more information about this auction!
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About Rams Hill Country Club
This private, gated community is located in the exclusive Rams Hill Country Club in Borrego Springs, California. Set in the Anza-Borrego Desert, this community is nestled south of the Santa Rosa Mountains.
In addition to championship golf, residents also enjoy four pools, tennis clubs, a renovated clubhouse, miles of trails, a medical center, local classes and activities, and a 10-acre pet park and nature area.
4709 Creekscape Crossing, New Bern NC 28562 at Carolina Colours
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: Carolina Colours, New Bern NC
Asking Price: $599,900
Property Address: 4709 Creekscape Crossing, New Bern NC 28562
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
Now completing construction, this Southern Living home by Donald Gardner occupies an exceptional one-acre homesite. Mixed materials create a detailed Craftsman exterior for this open-concept house plan.
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About Carolina Colours
Carolina Colours is an active, tradition-minded community, within the historical waterfront city of New Bern, NC, the State’s first capitol. Offering both natural beauty and cultural stimulation and featuring a championship golf course, Carolina Colours’s daily life is influenced by time-honored qualities of traditional living with outdoor activity a priority for residents and their families.
Sidewalks and paths connect residential neighborhoods with Brice Creek, Carolina Lake and the Towne Lawn & Park. The Activity Campus features the Pavilion (community clubhouse), the golf course and a planned complex containing the pro shop, fitness center, tennis center and pool. Send me more about this home in Carolina Colours!
Golf by William R. Love
The Carolina Colours golf course, completed in 2010, measures 7,100-plus yards from the back tees, about 5,000 yards from the front and plays to a par 72.
Designed by Bill Love, past President of the American Society of Golf Course Architects and Chairman of its Environmental Committee, the golf course responsibly preserves the intimate relationship between course, land, waterways and wildlife habitats. Send me more about this home in Carolina Colours!
Newest Neighborhood
Carolina Colours’ newest neighborhood is Waterleaf, an enclave of 13 homesites, nine of which front 25-acre Carolina Lake. All homesites cover more than half an acre, with most between .6 and .74 acres. Homesite prices range from the $50,000s to $159,500.
Also, approved builders have purchased lots and are selling a constructed home and lot to qualified buyers. Send me more about this home in Carolina Colours!
5 White Lantern, Daufuskie Island SC 29915 at Haig Point Club
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: Haig Point Club, Daufuskie Island SC
Asking Price: $1,769,000
Address: 5 White Lantern, Daufuskie Island SC 29915
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4.5
This 4,748-sf home home is situated to provide picture-perfect views of Calibogue Sound from throughout common rooms and bedrooms.
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About Haig Point Club
Haig Point is a serene and nature-loving community set on the sea island of Daufuskie Island, located just off the South Carolina coast between Hilton Head and Savannah, GA. Without a causeway connecting it to the mainland, Daufuskie is accessible only by a private ferry system originating from Hilton Head, creating the ultimate private getaway.
With 3.5 miles of pristine beachfront, Daufuskie is surrounded by the waters of the Calibogue Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. Residents and guests drive electric golf carts to the points of interest in and around the community, including the 150-year-old Haig Point Lighthouse, Strachan Mansion and the ruins of 19th-century slave quarters. Send me more information about Haig Point!
Top-Rated Golf & Tennis
The community is home to a Rees Jones Signature golf course, plus a nine-hole short course ideal for younger juniors and the casual player. The championship course features spectacular waterfront holes and its No. 14 bears the honor of being one of Golf Digest’s Best par-5 holes in the U.S.
The Haig Point Tennis Center features six Har-Tru courts, including two that are lighted for evening play. Clinics are held regularly for everyone from beginners to advanced players. The U.S. Tennis Association has recognized Haig Point Club’s superior programs and facilities by giving it the USTA’s Outstanding Tennis Facility award. Send me more information about Haig Point!
A Haven for Horses
Other amenities at Haig Point include an equestrian center, two restaurants and a community park. The Equestrian Center at Haig Point is a charming facility, perfect for private horse owners and trail riders. It includes a 12-stall barn, a tack room, lounge, restroom, office and wash/groom stalls.
The stables are on three acres, which are meticulously groomed. Boarding includes daily pasture maintenance to provide horses with adequate grazing. There are four turnout pastures as well as a riding arena and a round pen. Send me more information about Haig Point!
Endless Days on the Water
Haig Point is an ideal place for anyone who savors long days on the water. Sailboat races, kayaking and jet skis are constant sights on the waves of Calibogue Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway. Haig Point has a community dock where members and guests may tie up for the day, rent a kayak or fish.
Crabbing on Daufuskie Island is a Lowcountry tradition. Drop a crab basket or crab pot over one of the tidal bridges on Haig Point and wait for the blue crabs to crawl in to get a bite of the chicken leg bait.
The Calibogue Club offers premier waterfront dining for the entire family. During the day, the poolside grill and bar allow you to enjoy your Pina Colada in the South Carolina sun. At night, the Calibogue Club offers spectacular views of the Sound and the Atlantic as a side to dishes featuring seafood caught the same day. Located in the clubhouse between the 9th green and 10th tee, the Grill Room offers sumptuous meals plus views of the Signature course and the lake right off the dining room porch. Send me more information about Haig Point!
From Fitness to Fishing Derbys
Directly across from the clubhouse, the Fitness Center is outfitted with excellent resistance exercise and aerobic equipment, and an outdoor lap pool. Men’s and ladies’ locker rooms are complete with showering facilities and a sauna room. The Fitness Center is open 7 days a week.
Personal training sessions, yoga and other fitness classes are available. The adults-only lap pool at the Fitness Center is located within walking distance of the Clubhouse. Water aerobics classes are available seasonally for members and guests.
Daufuskie Island is home to some of the best fishing in the Southeast. If it’s bass you’re after, Haig Point offers dozens of ponds stocked with bass, tilapia, and bream.
The tranquility, abundant nature, world-class amenities, family activities, and environmental stewardship Haig Point is known for set it apart from most other island resort communities. Members enjoy an Audubon bird watching paradise in the marshlands adjacent to their beautiful waterfront homes or near the eagle and osprey aeries amongst the many fishing ponds. Send me more information about Haig Point!