Fiddlerâs Creek, Naples, FL reports that, for a ninth straight year, its Creek Course has been ranked among Golfweek Magazineâs Top 100 Residential Golf Courses in the U.S.
Designed by acclaimed course architect Arthur Hills and opened in 2002, The Creek Course is the only golf course in Southwest Florida to make the list nine years in a row. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
About Fiddler’s Creek
Located between Naples and Marco Island, Fiddlerâs Creek is an award-winning private, master-planned residential community that has also been selected âBest Communityâ in the 2012 Southwest Florida Readersâ Choice Awards and has been awarded the 2012 and 2013 Sand Dollar Award as âCommunity of the Yearâ by the Collier Building Industry Association (CBIA).
Fiddlerâs Creek stretches out over nearly 4,000 acres and will ultimately have 6,000 residences. With a density of just 1.6 homes per gross acre, Fiddlerâs Creek will have about 100 distinct neighborhoods upon completion. Less than a third of the land will be developed, while the rest is dedicated to nature reserves, lakes, parks, golf courses and recreational areas.
Amenities at Fiddlerâs Creek include the 54,000-sf Club & Spa, fitness center, multi-pool swimming complex, tennis courts, tot lot and restaurants as well as an extensive social calendar for the entire family. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
The Golf Club at Fiddlerâs Creek
Residents of Fiddlerâs Creek have the opportunity to join The Golf Club. Situated amidst lush natural surroundings with saw grass marshes and abundant wildlife, The Golf Club at Fiddlerâs Creek presents golf as nature intended and offers everything needed for a wonderful day on the links.
Facilities include an 18-hole championship golf course with a 13-acre practice facility, including a driving range and short game area. The 18-hole, Par 72 Creek Course was designed by acclaimed golf course designer Arthur Hills and features a series of holes that are strategic and challenging. Each hole on The Creek Course provides seven tee placements to accommodate golfers at all levels of play. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
A Golfweek â100 Bestâ Course
The Creek Course is ranked among Golfweek Magazineâs âTop 100 Best Residential Golf Coursesâ in the country for the ninth consecutive year. It is one of only two Southwest Florida golf courses who have received this honor and the only course honored eight years in a row.
Membership privileges include full use of The Creek Course at Fiddlerâs Creek and the practice facility; advance tee time sign-up; participation in off-season reciprocal program; participation in a full calendar of member golf events and activities; complimentary bag storage and lockers; dining privileges with no food or beverage minimums; complimentary continental breakfast during season and guest vouchers.
A limited numbers of non-resident annual and seasonal golf memberships are also available, tailored to fit the needs of area golfers by providing term date flexibility. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
The Tarpon Club
For those seeking beach and boating options, the opportunity to join The Tarpon Club awaits. Access to nearby white sand beaches and warm Gulf waters as well as benefits at the luxurious Marco Beach Ocean Resort are just a few of the benefits included with a Tarpon Club membership. And, the full service Tarpon Club Marina with Gulf access and wet and dry boat storage is located minutes away. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
Fiddler’s Creek, FL Named in Golfweek’s Top 100 for 9th Year
in Awards & HonorsFiddlerâs Creek, Naples, FL reports that, for a ninth straight year, its Creek Course has been ranked among Golfweek Magazineâs Top 100 Residential Golf Courses in the U.S.
Designed by acclaimed course architect Arthur Hills and opened in 2002, The Creek Course is the only golf course in Southwest Florida to make the list nine years in a row. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
About Fiddler’s Creek
Located between Naples and Marco Island, Fiddlerâs Creek is an award-winning private, master-planned residential community that has also been selected âBest Communityâ in the 2012 Southwest Florida Readersâ Choice Awards and has been awarded the 2012 and 2013 Sand Dollar Award as âCommunity of the Yearâ by the Collier Building Industry Association (CBIA).
Fiddlerâs Creek stretches out over nearly 4,000 acres and will ultimately have 6,000 residences. With a density of just 1.6 homes per gross acre, Fiddlerâs Creek will have about 100 distinct neighborhoods upon completion. Less than a third of the land will be developed, while the rest is dedicated to nature reserves, lakes, parks, golf courses and recreational areas.
Amenities at Fiddlerâs Creek include the 54,000-sf Club & Spa, fitness center, multi-pool swimming complex, tennis courts, tot lot and restaurants as well as an extensive social calendar for the entire family. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
The Golf Club at Fiddlerâs Creek
Residents of Fiddlerâs Creek have the opportunity to join The Golf Club. Situated amidst lush natural surroundings with saw grass marshes and abundant wildlife, The Golf Club at Fiddlerâs Creek presents golf as nature intended and offers everything needed for a wonderful day on the links.
Facilities include an 18-hole championship golf course with a 13-acre practice facility, including a driving range and short game area. The 18-hole, Par 72 Creek Course was designed by acclaimed golf course designer Arthur Hills and features a series of holes that are strategic and challenging. Each hole on The Creek Course provides seven tee placements to accommodate golfers at all levels of play. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
A Golfweek â100 Bestâ Course
The Creek Course is ranked among Golfweek Magazineâs âTop 100 Best Residential Golf Coursesâ in the country for the ninth consecutive year. It is one of only two Southwest Florida golf courses who have received this honor and the only course honored eight years in a row.
Membership privileges include full use of The Creek Course at Fiddlerâs Creek and the practice facility; advance tee time sign-up; participation in off-season reciprocal program; participation in a full calendar of member golf events and activities; complimentary bag storage and lockers; dining privileges with no food or beverage minimums; complimentary continental breakfast during season and guest vouchers.
A limited numbers of non-resident annual and seasonal golf memberships are also available, tailored to fit the needs of area golfers by providing term date flexibility. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
The Tarpon Club
For those seeking beach and boating options, the opportunity to join The Tarpon Club awaits. Access to nearby white sand beaches and warm Gulf waters as well as benefits at the luxurious Marco Beach Ocean Resort are just a few of the benefits included with a Tarpon Club membership. And, the full service Tarpon Club Marina with Gulf access and wet and dry boat storage is located minutes away. Send me more information about Fiddlerâs Creek!
The Reserve at Lake Keowee, SC Raises $31,000 for Charity
in Events and HolidaysThe Reserve at Lake Keowee, Sunset SC reports that it successfully raised more than $31,000 through its 5th Annual Charitable Foundation Golf Classic, held in late October.
Proceeds from this annual, public event, held on The Reserve at Lake Keoweeâs award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, go to benefit five local Upstate charities: the Meals on Wheels, Feed a Hungry Child, Prevent Child Abuse and Senior Center of Pickens County, also the Helping Hands Childrenâs Shelter. Send me more information about The Reserve at Lake Keowee!
About The Reserve at Lake Keowee
The Reserve at Lake Keowee is a private, 3,900-acre golf and recreational community set on the shores of Lake Keowee in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Lake Keoweeâs crystal clear water is considered one of the purest South Carolina lakes.
The lakeâs 18,500 acres of Blue Ridge Mountain-fed water and 300 miles of shoreline provide The Reserve at Lake Keowee with an ideal place for boating, fishing, water-skiing, swimming, camping and picnicking.
There are also miles of hiking and biking trails, which provide residents with endless pathways to the waterâs edge, preserves, parks, green spaces and club areas. Send me more information about The Reserve at Lake Keowee!
Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf
The golf course at The Reserve at Lake Keowee was designed by Jack Nicklaus and opened in 2002. Nicklaus utilized the topography of the land and allowed the course to follow the natural contours of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. A par-72, 18-hole course that stretches 7,112 yards, it provides challenging play for all skill levels.
âThe course creates a natural gathering spot in the heart of The Village,â says Nicklaus, âand offers dramatic lake and mountain views that players will remember long after the last putt.â Send me more information about The Reserve at Lake Keowee!
Village Point Phase II Property Release
Real estate opportunities at The Reserve at Lake Keowee range from cottage and village homes to custom and estate homes, on the lakefront or on mountain, golf course, or nature home sites.
Village Point, with spectacular lake views, is within walking distance of the Village amenities. By joining the Village Point Interest List, you can stay updated on this exciting release and receive list-only previews. Fill out the inquiry form to get on the list. Send me more information about The Reserve at Lake Keowee!
Currahee Club, GA Holiday Home Tours Beginning Dec. 6
in Events and HolidaysCurrahee Club, Toccoa GA welcomes visitors to the season’s holiday home tour. It will feature the 2013 Southern Living Custom Builder Showcase Home by Dillard-Jones Builders, which will be decorated for the holidays beginning Fri., Dec. 6.
Holiday home tour hours are Fridays and Sundays 1 p.m. â 6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. â 6 p.m. Admission is $10, with a portion of ticket sales benefiting local food banks. The showcase home offers the latest in design trends and building technology, as well as panoramic views of Lake Hartwell and the North Georgia Mountains. Send me more information about Currahee Club!
About Currahee Club
The Currahee Club is a 1,200-acre private, gated residential club community set in foothill splendor along the shores of Lake Hartwell near the Georgia-South Carolina line. Currahee means âstands aloneâ in the local Cherokee language and as a lure for luxurious private club living, the name is right on target.
The communityâs signature amenity is a luxurious 45,000-sf, mountain-style clubhouse which features three covered stone terraces for dining or enjoying panoramic lake and mountain views. Inside thereâs a spectacular 60-foot grand room with oversized floor-to-ceiling stone fireplaces, leather chair sitting areas & chess play. Send me more information about Currahee Club!
Golf with Lake Hartwell Views
The communityâs 18-hole, Jim Fazio-designed world-class golf course is known for its three state mountain and Lake Hartwell views, plus a memorable par-3 hole over a rock quarry.
The course features multiple tees for every level player, eight holes with water features, Bermuda fairways, fast greens and mountain topography. Rolling fairways, dramatic elevation changes of up to 150 feet and generous sloping greens create a challenging and memorable round of golf. Send me more information about Currahee Club!
Families Are Welcome
The Currahee Club Amenity Campus, in addition to the lake and golf, is another important element of active community life. It is a full-service center dedicated to fitness, wellness and enjoyment for all ages.
The Amenity Campus overlooks a negative-edge salt water swimming pool and deck. Popular amenity components are the playground, Grand Lawn, fire pits and moreâall surrounded by groomed walking trails.
Luxury amenities also include a spa-like ladies locker room and a rich den-style menâs locker room. Fireplace, bookcases, custom-built Irish Pub and cigar porch combine to create a welcome retreat. Indian heritage artwork adorns the walls and halls. Send me more information about Currahee Club!
Deal OT Day: Viniterra, VA New Construction, Many Options
in Deal of the Day, Golf Homes, Real Estate NewsViniterra, New Kent VA is spotlighting an under-construction 4-BR/4-BA estate residence at 7383 Crush Court. This is the second model being built by ET Moore Homes in the gated estate section of Viniterra. A detailed spec list and overview of options is available from listing agent.
The possible finishes include reclaimed longleaf heartpine, mahogany, spruce, oak and cherry. Once complete, this home will feature custom milled cabinetry and custom milled moldings and door/window casings. Priced at $980,000. Send me more information about Viniterra!
About Viniterra
Viniterra is a growing, private neighborhood of estate homes built around a Rees Jones championship golf course, located within the innovative community of New Kent Vineyards and Winery.
The Club at Viniterra will feature its own clubhouse with extensive amenities, including full-service restaurants, menâs and ladies locker rooms and a golf teaching studio. Additional amenities include walking, biking and jogging trails, a gated community, full golf practice facility and pro shop. Send me more information about Viniterra!
New Kent Winery
The New Kent Winery is an important aspect of the Viniterra experience. The winery and vineyards offers tours, wine tasting, wine shop, private cellars, and comfortable areas for socializing and discovering new vintages.
The centerpiece of the winery is the welcoming 12,000-sf winery building which is equipped with state-of-the-art wine-making equipment from around the world. Send me more information about Viniterra!
Green Features
The Club at Viniterra golf course is maintained using environmentally sensitive practices, saving as much as 80 percent of the water consumed by traditional golf courses, and exclusively uses the grass hybrid âCelebration,â which is far more draught-resistant and requires 70 percent less water to maintain than traditional golf course sods.
Another important element that gives Viniterra its special atmosphere is the stunning architecture and the warm wood from E.T. Moore. E.T. Moore is the largest and oldest supplier of recycled and vintage fine woods in the world. Send me more information about Viniterra!
Daniel Island, SC New Golf & Marsh View Lots Going Fast
in Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsDaniel Island, Charleston SC is reporting an enthusiastic response to the recent offering of 24 new golf- and marsh-oriented homesites in the islandâs country club neighborhood of Daniel Island Park. More than half of the homesites went under contract immediately upon release.
They offer many desirable features, including a southern exposure, beautiful live oaks, framed golf views and outstanding panoramic golf, marsh and lake vistas. Prices for the homesites range from the mid-$200,000s to $550,000. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
About Daniel Island
Located within the City of Charleston, Daniel Island offers 23 miles of rivers and creeks, a variety of traditional neighborhoods, a private country club with golf courses by Tom Fazio and Rees Jones, parks, shops, restaurants, schools, churches and more.
Surrounded by winding rivers and creeks and stunning saltwater marsh vistas, this 4,000-acre community is a place where people live, work, learn and play. A traditional town, Daniel Island features residential neighborhoods with tree- and sidewalk-lined streets, bike trails and neighborhood parks. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
Two Championship Courses
The Daniel Island Clubâs nationally ranked Tom Fazio golf course features a 7,093-yard, par-72 layout that traverses marsh, creeks and waterways.
A second 7,446-yard, par-72 layout designed by Rees Jones was ranked among the countryâs âTop 10 Best New Privateâ courses by Golf Digest, when it opened in 2006. The Daniel Island Club is the countryâs only private pairing of courses by Fazio and Jones playing out of the same clubhouse. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
Daniel Island Park
In Daniel Island Park, the islandâs country club neighborhood, gracious custom homes situated on and around the golf courses, parks, marsh and winding creeks are priced from the $800,000s to more than $5 million. Homesites in this neighborhood are also available, starting in the $100,000s.
Residents of Daniel Island Park become social members of the Daniel Island Club and enjoy access to many of the clubâs social and recreational offerings. Residents may also elect to become golf members to enjoy the clubâs outstanding courses designed by Tom Fazio and Rees Jones. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA Home w/ Views, Porch
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsThe Landings on Skidaway Island, GA features a 3-BR/4.5-BA home with refined architectural detail, an expansive golf view and an excellent flow for everyday living or entertaining.
It has 3,365 sf of living space with hardwood floors, separate living and dining rooms, lots of natural light, a barrel ceiling in the entrance hall, beveled-glass double entry door and a variety of moldings throughout the home. A covered porch off the kitchen is great for enjoying the view. Home is well priced at $659,000. Send me more information about The Landings!
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 14 years. The Urban Land Institute named The Landings âone of the nationâs best residential communities.â Send me more information about The Landings!
Amenities
Resident facilities in this elite, gated community include two deep-water marinas, 40 miles of walking and biking trails, playgrounds, a Village Library and Skidaway Farms. The club amenities consist of six championship 18-hole golf courses, 34 tennis courts, five pools, four dining clubhouses and a large fitness and wellness center.
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.
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 information about 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 more than $1 million. Send me more information about The Landings!
Golf Communities News: GA, SC & VA Golf Homes & Lots, Cypress Landing NC 20th Anniversary Travel Package
in Newsletter, Real Estate for Sale, Special Deals & IncentivesVol. 15, No. 868Â Â Â November 26, 2013Â Â Â Circ. 25,075
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* TODAY’S New Real Estate Deals – GA, SC & VA Homes
* TODAY’S New Discovery Packages – Cypress Landing, NC
* New Video for…Daniel Island, SC
* What’s Happening At… – Currahee Club, GA
* Community News & Updates – SC & FL Communities
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals…
* New Communities Recently Added – Golden Ocala, FL
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* Watch for our next issue, coming November 29!
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Blackstone at Vistancia, AZ Completes New Linear Trail
in Events and Holidays, NewsBlackstone at Vistancia, Peoria AZ is pleased to report that the community of Vistancia has recently completed the final 3/4 mile segment of its imaginative outdoor 3.5 mile linear park, The Discovery Trail. The educational trail located in the heart of the community links the master plan to the communityâs schools, recreation and retail.
Residents now enjoy the addition of a decorative medallion, interactive sundial and new neighborhood trail entrances. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!
About Blackstone at Vistancia
Blackstone at Vistancia is a 590-acre community set within the 7,100-acre master plan of Vistancia. Upon completion, Blackstone will include approximately 500 luxury and custom homes.
The community is enveloped in an intimate, natural Sonoran desert setting, featuring spectacular mountain and golf course views. Amenities include private guard-gated entrance and neighborhood park with a half-basketball court, childrenâs play structure, recreational lawn and shade ramadas. Blackstone at Vistancia welcomes neighborly experiences and natural desert exploration. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!
Blackstone Country Club
At the heart of Blackstone at Vistancia is the communityâs private Blackstone Country Club*, offering engaging and unique experiences for every member of the family. Club membership is not included with the purchase of real estate and may be obtained separately.
Named for the volcanic rock indigenous to the area, Blackstone Country Club features amenities and activities geared for enjoying a private country club lifestyle in addition to its spectacular championship golf course. The comfortable luxury found at Blackstoneâs clubhouse is truly like an extension of a residentâs home. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!
Cypress Landing, NC Home w/ Water Views, Patio, Granite
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsCypress Landing, Chocowinity NC puts the spotlight on a 4-BR/3-BA home on almost a full acre of property with a 317-degree water view. The homeâs brick patio overlooks a lovely lake and No. 18 green of the course. All around are beautifully landscaped grounds and inside are high-end features throughout.
The master suite and a second bedroom occupy the first floor. Hardwood floors, granite countertops, custom woodwork and a vaulted living-room ceiling catch the eye. Price is $449,000. Send me more information about Cypress Landing!
About Cypress Landing
Cypress Landing is considered the premier golf and boating community of eastern North Carolina. Amid its landscape of tall pines and rolling hills is a collection of 720 homesites, some 600 of which have fine homes currently in place. All un-built lots are privately owned and homes listed for resale range in price from $200,000 to over $1,000,000.
Residents enjoy the finest in pleasure boating thanks to Cypress Landingâs state-of-the-art marina and its easy deep-water access to the Intracoastal Waterway. Golf is also wonderfully represented here. Send me more information about Cypress Landing!
Award-Winning Golf
At par 72, semi-private Cypress Landing Golf Course was designed with care by Bill Love with Ault, Clark & Associates. Its signature 15th hole overlooks Chocowinity Bay and the course maintains a four-star Golf Digest rating year in and year out.
True-rolling ultradwarf Bermuda greensâthe gold standard for this climate and regionâare key to the courseâs exemplary conditioning. With menâs and womenâs associations that each count more than 150 members, itâs a friendly atmosphere with plenty of low-key organized competition. Send me more information about Cypress Landing!
NC Clean Marina
Approved as an âNC Clean Marina,â the communityâs 222-slip floating dock facility provides access to the Pamlico River, Pamlico Sound and Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. Cypress Landing Yacht Club membership is open to all residents and provides social events throughout the year.
A variety of activity clubs and groups include bridge, woodworking, book club, art, dinner and wine tasting to name a few. Community volunteers include EMS, Estuarium, blind center, food bank, hospital aides and many more. Send me more information about Cypress Landing!
Balsam Mountain Preserve, NC Upcoming Hiking Events
in Events and HolidaysBalsam Mountain Preserve, Sylva NC Â has two invigorating outdoor events on the calendar. The first is on Sat., Nov. 30, an End of November Hike from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join Naturalist Blair Ogburn as he leads a trek over to the Smokies. Itâs a pleasant 2.5-mile loop through fine scenery.
On Sun., Dec. 1, lovers of the outdoors will take a Sunday Trust Trek with Michael Skinner, beginning at 10 a.m. and exploring Balsam Mountain Trust Preserve lands. Send me more information about Balsam Mountain Preserve!
About Balsam Mountain Preserve
Balsam Mountain Preserve is a 4,400-acre private golf and equestrian community that offers a way of life that is authentic and family focused.
The lowest density, private club community in the mountains of Western North Carolina, only 400 homesites can be built here, giving residents the feeling of living inside a national forest. Send me more information about Balsam Mountain Preserve!
Permanent Conservation
In fact, 3,400 acres of Balsam Mountain Preserve will be placed into a permanent conservation easement, protecting the land from development for future generations to enjoy.
Balsam Mountain Preserve, say community developers, is a âtrue legacy homeplace for discerning families seeking a departure from the typical master-planned club community.â Send me more information about Balsam Mountain Preserve!
Arnold Palmer Golf Course
In addition to all the wonders of nature, club members enjoy a nationally acclaimed Arnold Palmer Signature golf course. This mountain layout is setting a new standard for mountain golf, and is consistently rated as one of the top courses in the state of North Carolina. In a few short years the course has garnered an impressive array of both local and national awards.
At elevations reaching 3,700 feet, the course rewards the senses with stunning scenery in seemingly every direction. The design and slope of the course allows players to see every shot and provides generous landing areas, making it a pleasure to play regardless of the golferâs skill level.
The golf practice park sits alongside the Palmer course. This ultra-modern learning center features 30,000 sf of bentgrass teeing area spread over three levels of tees, plus a short game area and a large practice putting green. Send me more information about Balsam Mountain Preserve!
Family Amenities
Additional amenities at Balsam Mountain Preserve include heated junior Olympic pool, soft surface tennis courts and fitness center. Fine dining is a popular aspect of living here and horseback riding is highlighted by more than 30 miles of private trails.
Other community attractions include 38 miles of streams (including a Class âAâ North Carolina trout stream for fishing), private family campground and a 24-hour-staffed gatehouse. Send me more information about Balsam Mountain Preserve!