Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL reports that national home builder D.R. Horton has started sales efforts for its new homes in The Woodlands community of Ibis Golf & Country Club. Surrounded by the Grassy Waters Nature Preserve, the Woodlands will consist of 98 homes with views overlooking the beauty of the preserve.
Buyers may choose from a number of floor plans, ranging in size from 2,500 to 4,400 sf. Prices for the newly constructed homes will start in the mid-$400,000s. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!
About Ibis Golf & Country Club
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.
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.
Ibis Golf & Country Club 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.
An Equity Club
Ibis Ibis Golf & Country Club 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 2012 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 Ibis Golf & Country Club!
Boca Woods Country Club, FL Opens New Golf Complex
in Building and ConstructionBoca Woods Country Club, Boca Raton FL recently held the grand opening of its brand-new golf practice and coaching complex. The new range and scoring-shot practice area are stocked with high quality Titleist NXT practice balls at no extra charge to members and guests.
The extra-wide range design features an expansive double-tier practice area seeded with lush paspalum grass. The redesigned practice putting and chipping greens feature MiniVerde ultradwarf Bermuda turfgrass and fresh sand in the practice bunker. Free clinics are offered weekly. Send me more information about Boca Woods!
About Boca Woods Country Club
Founded in 1981, Boca Woods is a private, gated club community located in Boca Raton. Boca Woods offers an upscale and active lifestyle in a relaxed and comfortable country club setting.
Recognized for its 36 holes of newly renovated championship golf, Boca Woods also has an elegant clubhouse for dining and socializing. As a result of mandatory membership, the club has great fiscal strength and enjoys an enviable financial position among South Florida country clubs.
Challenging Golf
With only 530 golf members and two challenging 18-hole golf courses, Boca Woods offers two of the lowest-density, private courses in south Palm Beach County. Members can choose to play from six sets of tees and enjoy pristine conditions and the option to have their own golf cart.
The Woods Course, designed by legendary architect, Joe Lee, and the Lakes Course designed by Karl Litten, have been completely renovated with the help of renowned golf course architect, Kipp Schulties.
The courses are quite different, but equally challenging, so that both high and low handicappers can enjoy play. The newly designed practice facilities include an expansive driving range, practice green, sand bunker and chipping area. An experienced PGA staff offers year-round tournaments, interclub competition, golf instruction and free weekly clinics.
Tennis
Members also enjoy eight championship Har Tru clay tennis courts, year-round league play, socials and round-robin mixers all organized by the USPTA Director of Tennis. A new hitting wall, remote ball machine, complimentary weekly clinics and private and group instruction make training and learning fun.
Fitness
Members workout in the club’s fitness facility which is replete with state-of-the-art equipment, a cardio studio, and an outdoor heated swimming pool. An experienced staff, managed by a Certified Training Director, helps members achieve their fitness goals with a variety of exercise options that utilize the latest equipment and fitness trends.
Communities News: FL, AZ Fuel Comeback w/ Great Deals
in Newsletter, Real Estate for Sale, Special Deals & IncentivesVol. 15, No. 805 April 9, 2013 Circ. 26,400
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* Today’s New Real Estate Deals
* New Discovery Packages
* Just Sold!
* Community News & Updates
* What’s Going On At…
* In the Spotlight on the GCH Homepage
* New on the GCH Blog
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals…
* Investigate New Communities Recently Added
* New Videos Added to These Communities
* Watch for our next issue, coming April 12th!
Good Morning! Good deals in Florida and Arizona can still be had, although both locations are continuing to rebound nicely from the downturn. See several good offerings from those states, plus Georgia and Virginia below. In addition, there’s plenty of news and updates from South Carolina and Virginia, plus new videos from Canada, FL and GA. Read on for all the details! —David Lott, Founder/Publisher Read more
New Woodlands Homes at Ibis Golf & Country Club
in Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsIbis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL reports that national home builder D.R. Horton has started sales efforts for its new homes in The Woodlands community of Ibis Golf & Country Club. Surrounded by the Grassy Waters Nature Preserve, the Woodlands will consist of 98 homes with views overlooking the beauty of the preserve.
Buyers may choose from a number of floor plans, ranging in size from 2,500 to 4,400 sf. Prices for the newly constructed homes will start in the mid-$400,000s. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!
About Ibis Golf & Country Club
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.
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.
Ibis Golf & Country Club 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.
An Equity Club
Ibis Ibis Golf & Country Club 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 2012 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 Ibis Golf & Country Club!
Boca Woods Country Club Remodels Clubhouse, Pool, Patio
in Building and Construction, Buyer ResourcesBoca Woods Country Club, Boca Raton FL reports that its clubhouse lobby and boardroom were recently remodeled and accented with new furniture, artwork and decor. Patio and pool areas were expanded and enhanced with new flooring, attractive stone work, outdoor furniture, and landscaping. A pickle ball court was added.
All parking lots and sidewalk transitions were renovated throughout the community. Now under consideration are plans for a new fitness and physical therapy center, golf shop, meeting space, and administrative offices. Send me more information about Boca Woods!
About Boca Woods
Founded in 1981, Boca Woods is a private, gated club community located in Boca Raton. Boca Woods offers an upscale and active lifestyle in a relaxed and comfortable country club setting.
Recognized for its 36 holes of newly renovated championship golf, Boca Woods also has an elegant clubhouse for dining and socializing. As a result of mandatory membership, the club has great fiscal strength and enjoys an enviable financial position among South Florida country clubs.
Challenging Golf
With only 530 golf members and two challenging 18-hole golf courses, Boca Woods offers two of the lowest-density, private courses in south Palm Beach County. Members can choose to play from six sets of tees and enjoy pristine conditions and the option to have their own golf cart.
The Woods Course, designed by legendary architect, Joe Lee, and the Lakes Course designed by Karl Litten, have been completely renovated with the help of renowned golf course architect, Kipp Schulties.
The courses are quite different, but equally challenging, so that both high and low handicappers can enjoy play. The newly designed practice facilities include an expansive driving range, practice green, sand bunker and chipping area. An experienced PGA staff offers year-round tournaments, interclub competition, golf instruction and free weekly clinics.
Tennis
Members also enjoy eight championship Har Tru clay tennis courts, year-round league play, socials and round-robin mixers all organized by the USPTA Director of Tennis. A new hitting wall, remote ball machine, complimentary weekly clinics and private and group instruction make training and learning fun.
Fitness
Members workout in the club’s fitness facility which is replete with state-of-the-art equipment, a cardio studio, and an outdoor heated swimming pool. An experienced staff, managed by a Certified Training Director, helps members achieve their fitness goals with a variety of exercise options that utilize the latest equipment and fitness trends.
Fewer Properties at PGA Village: Featured Home $155K
in Deal of the Day, Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsPGA Village, Port St. Lucie FL is informing interested home buyers that its inventory of available properties, as in many parts of the country, is shrinking.
A current featured property is a 2- to 3-BR townhome in the Castle Pines neighborhood, priced at $155,000. This home is fully furnished and in walking distance of the Castle Pines resort pool. Send me more information about PGA Village!
About PGA Village
PGA Village™ is the 2,700-acre home of The Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA), offering distinctive neighborhoods by Kolter Property Company, three golf courses, two clubs and an innovative and wide-ranging learning facility.
Located just 40 minutes north of West Palm Beach and 90 minutes south of Orlando, PGA Village also offers an 18,000-sf Community Center and Fitness Facility, swimming pool, five lighted Har-Tru tennis courts and casual and fine dining.
Double Benefits
The partnership between the PGA and Kolter delivers a double set of benefits when you purchase a PGA Village™ home. You enjoy the best of golf resort living without the burden of annual dues, equity or initiation fees.
Furthermore, you can step outside your door and play on three challenging Tom Fazio or Pete Dye golf courses at The PGA Golf Club.™ Or, you can elect to join the The Legacy, a private equity club featuring 18 holes by George Fazio.
PGA Learning Center™
A major component of PGA Village™ is The PGA Learning Center™. The Center offers the only PGA of America Golf Schools™ with programs ranging from one to three days that were created by The PGA Teaching Department. The staff are qualified PGA Professionals who offer all levels of instruction including clinics and private lessons.
The PGA’s signature clock tower sits atop the 12,000-sf Welcome Center which includes PGA Golf Shop, Learning Center for PGA Golf School and seminars.
Practice In Style
In addition, there are more than 100 private practice stations with Tifway 419 Bermuda turf grass where players hit to landing areas with practice fairways and target greens, bunkers for fairway and green-side recovery shot practice and short game scoring area.
The short game area is a complete situation landscape that includes a 5,000-sf 18-hole putting course, 7,000-sf practice putting green, four private teaching amphitheaters, three-hole teaching course and more. For more information about The PGA of America Golf Schools™, call 1-800-800-GOLF (4653). Send me more information about PGA Village!
Aberdeen Country Club, FL Round Robin & Reception 4/9
in Events and Holidays, Food and DrinkAberdeen Country Club, Boynton Beach FL is planning a Sunset Round Robin & Cocktail Reception at its Tennis Center on Tue., April 9 beginning at 4 p.m. During play of the round robin there will be courtside refreshments, including hot and cold hors d’oeuvres.
Prizes for the winners will be handed out and a cash bar will be in service during the reception. Cost is just $15 per person. Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!
About Aberdeen Country Club
Aberdeen Golf & Country Club is a private, award-winning golf community located in west Boynton Beach in south central Palm Beach County.
Featuring 1,400 acres of magnificent lakes, fairways, and homesites, the community is near Florida’s Turnpike. Palm Beach International Airport is just 15 miles away and 42 miles from Ft. Lauderdale International Airport.
Varied Neighborhoods
Nineteen subdivisions consist of beautiful, well-constructed, well-maintained coach homes, villas and single-family homes. Most enjoy golf course and/or lake views. Residences range from 1,500 sf to over 4,000 sf. There are a variety of membership options available to meet the needs of potential members, ranging from social membership to premier full option memberships.
Aberdeen has both individual Homeowners’ Associations (HOA) and a master Property Owners Association (POA) which manages all the common areas.
Real Estate Options
Condominiums and patio home neighborhoods at Aberdeen Golf & Country Club offer bright and open floor plans. Both villages are within walking distance to the Aberdeen Country Club. Golf and lake views are abundant. All the buildings are maintained for easy living.
Single-family homes at Aberdeen provide one of the best values of any country club community in South Florida. All the sections are meticulously maintained and always being groomed.
As with its villa counterparts, the single-family-home villages offer a wide variety of amenities for its residents. Parties, outings and making great neighbors are all an important part of the village lifestyle. Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!
Deal OT Day: 4BR Home w/ 1st Floor MBR, Fireplace, Garage
in Deal of the Day, Golf HomesColonial Heritage, Williamsburg VA, a 55-plus golf community, is featuring a single-family home at 4719 Newport Forest for $289,000. This 4-BR/3-BA home has hardwood floors, a fireplace, one-car garage and a master bedroom with a pleasing woodland view on the first floor.
The great room is spacious with a vaulted ceiling and a pass-through to the breakfast nook. Bonus features include a large loft, sunroom and unfinished walk-out basement. Send me more information about Colonial Heritage!
About Colonial Heritage
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 neighborhoods of Colonial Heritage offering prime views of its well-groomed fairways.
Clubhouse & Clubs
The smartly designed Heritage Clubhouse is a hub of recreational, social and cultural activities for residents. Hobby and special interest clubs will 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. Afterward there is shaded space for reading and relaxing by the outdoor pool.
Colonial Williamsburg Nearby
With its mild, four-season climate and friendly atmosphere, Colonial Heritage and its locale rank among the most desirable places for active adults on the East Coast.
Colonial Heritage is located minutes from the historic charm of Colonial Williamsburg and is close to great shopping, excellent healthcare facilities and the cultural opportunities of College of William & Mary and other landmark institutions.
Real Estate
Prices for real estate at Colonial Heritage start at $225,000. Send me more information about Colonial Heritage!
Golf Communities News: Tashmoo Woods, Martha’s Vineyard Enclave
in NewsletterVol. 15, No. 804 April 5, 2013 Circ. 26,400
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* Tashmoo Woods, MA, Joins GolfCourseHome
* Today’s New Real Estate Deals
* New Discovery Packages
* Community News & Updates
* What’s Going On At…
* In the Spotlight on the GCH Homepage
* New on the GCH Blog
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals…
* Investigate New Communities Recently Added
* New Videos Added to These Communities
* Watch for our next issue, coming April 9th!
Good Morning! Tashmoo Woods, a private lakeside community on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, MA, joins the GolfCourseHome Network today.
Sited right next to Mink Meadows Golf Club and featuring private beach, tennis and more, Tashmoo Woods is your perfect path to enjoying this island retreat that is a favorite of artists, writers, actors, captains of industry and presidents. See details below, plus today’s deals, news and more. —David Lott, Founder/Publisher Read more
Discover The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA for 3 Days
in Discovery PackageThe Landings, Skidaway Island, GA announces its new Discovery Visit package for 3 days/2 nights. Complete package includes the following:
About The Landings
Set upon a 6,500-acre island, The Landings on Skidaway Island is an award-winning private, gated community located in historic Savannah about 12 miles from the city’s downtown and riverfront. Offering six championship golf courses and two deep-water marinas, The Landings is bordered by the Delegal Creek, the Wilmington and Moon Rivers and the Intracoastal Waterway.
Known for its warm sense of community, The Landings on Skidaway Island is a recipient of the Urban Land Institute’s coveted Award for Excellence.
Award-Winning Tennis Facilities
Tennis is big at The Landings on Skidaway Island. Its Marshwood and Franklin Creek Tennis Centers provide a total of 34 courts–32 soft-surface and two hard-surface–with 11 lighted for night play, plus two platform tennis courts.
A center court with a 500-seat stadium and Players’ Lounge are added attractions at Franklin Creek, which has hosted the USTA Men’s National 40s Championships for the last 11 years, the USTA Savannah Challenger for the last three years and was named the state’s USTA Facility of the Year by the Georgia Tennis Association.
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 $1 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!
Deal OT Day: Carolina Trace, NC 3BR/2BA Contemporary
in Deal of the Day, Golf Homes, Real Estate for SaleCarolina Trace, Sanford NC‘s Featured Home at 163 Wood Wedge Way is a 3-BR/2-BA custom-built home on an oversized lot. It has two half-baths and totals 4,532 sf. The design is contemporary.
A big feature is the large cook’s kitchen w/ island and top-of-the-line appliances, pantry, and bookshelves. Large wrap-around deck and lots of glass provide ample opportunities for relaxing and viewing wildlife in the backyard. Cost: $259,000. Send me more information about Carolina Trace!
About Carolina Trace
Member-owned, Carolina Trace is a private, gated country club community stretching out across 2,500 acres of rolling Carolina Sandhills.
Hardwoods, piney forest, ponds, creeks and a 315-acre lake helps define this award-winning community and its two Robert Trent Jones courses,world-class amenities and 19 distinctive neighborhoods.
Golf & Much More
Carolina Trace is distinguished by its 36 holes of golf designed by legendary architect, Robert Trent Jones, Sr.. Additional amenities include a full-service clubhouse, pro shop, tennis, fine dining, walking trails, swimming and more than 70 social activities ranging from “A” (aerobics) to “Y” (yoga).
Member-owned, Carolina Trace Country Club is a vibrant center of physical, intellectual and social life. One evening may include members taking Tango lessons in preparation for a trip to Argentina. This could be going on while others are listening to a member relate how she filmed a documentary, while still other members are in the bar enjoying a drink and cheering for their favorite team. Such diversity is what keeps members engaged and meeting new friends.
A True Sense of Community
In addition to top amenities, Carolina Trace is ideally located for people who value an active arts scene, volunteerism and enjoy varied cultural experiences.
Among the many events and opportunities residents take advantage of within minutes of Carolina Trace are Sanford’s professional theatre, year-round festivals, world-class symphony, professional, collegiate sporting events and flying lessons at Sanford’s first-class regional airport that accommodates private jets.
Prices for real estate range from $15,000 (lots) to more than $1 million. Send me more information about Carolina Trace!