Vol. 16, No. 893 February 18, 2014 Circ. 24,500
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* TODAY’S Real Estate Deals – FL, GA, SC & MD Communities
* TODAY’S STAY N PLAY Packages – Hampton Lake & Dataw Island, SC
* What’s Happening At… – FL & CA Communities
* Community News & Updates– Indian River Colony Club, FL
* The 2013 GCH Annual Index – All the years’ new communities, deals & much more
* Videos Just Added to...St. James Plantation, SC, Golden Ocala, FL & Others
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals... VA, FL, GA, NC & SC Communities
* New Communities Recently Added – Minto Sun City, FL
* Watch for our next issue on Friday, February 21!
TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Reynolds Plantation, GA: 3-BR home looks out on 10th fairway.
> Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, GA is showing a 3-BR/2.5-BA home with 3,657 sf of living space at 1030 Dejarnet Court. Located on the 10th fairway of the Plantation Golf Course, its stunning great room features hardwood floors, stone-surround fireplace, built-in bookshelves and golf course views.
The breakfast area gives onto a screened-in porch and grilling deck. Master suite, on the main floor, has a lavish bath with walk-in closet, tile floors and a soaking tub with tile surrounds. Listed at $525,000. Send me more information about Reynolds Plantation!
Daniel Island, SC: 8,068-sf home.
> Daniel Island, Charleston SC presents a 5-BR/6.5-BA estate home at 639 Island Park Drive, overlooking a Tom-Fazio designed golf course. This 8,068-sf residence centers on a family room with two sets of French doors opening out onto a large deck.
The expansive master wing of the home includes separate his and her bathrooms, a fireplace and a private covered porch overlooking the courtyard. Her bath features a custom-crafted vanity area, a fireplace and a soothing spa tub. Listed at $1.499M. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
Fiddler’s Creek, FL: New home w/ lanai, spa.
> Fiddler’s Creek, Naples, FL is showcasing new homes in its Chaisso neighborhood. One option, The Hawthorne, offers 3-BR, 3-BA in 2,583 sf with a great room-based floor plan, plus the option for an extended, covered lanai, which includes upgrading the eat-in cafe with a seamless, corner window, maximizing views.
Extended lanai package can be enhanced further with an optional pool and gas-heated spa, summer kitchen and/or half-bath adjacent to the pool. Listed from $474,990. Send me more information about Fiddler’s Creek!
Hampton Lake, SC: 3-BR home near nature preserve.
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC features a 3-BR/4.5-BA home with 3,313 sf at 53 Anchor Cove Court. Impressive throughout, it has large great room and oversize kitchen that look out across a screened-in lanai to a lake and private protected nature preserve.
The first floor has three bedrooms and a study. Upstairs is a bonus room and full bath that looks out across the lake. A boat dock is already in place. Owner would consider a leaseback. Listed at $759,000. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
Moorings at Dockside Circle, MD: Life on the Inner Harbor.
> The Moorings at Dockside Circle, Baltimore, MD This gorgeous Moorings home offers 3 BRs/3 BAs with 2 half baths and in-town lifestyle with harbor views. A large chef’s kitchen comes complete with custom granite counters, built-in wine cooler and six-burner stove.
A beautiful master suite serves up entrancing Inner Harbor views along with a large balcony, enormous walk-in closet, marble bathroom with double sinks, separate shower and jetted tub. Luxury finishes accent this home from head to toe with crown moldings, two fireplaces, two half-baths and 3,840 sf of air-cconditioned space. Listed at $1.15M. Send me more information about Dockside at The Moorings!
STAY N PLAY PACKAGES
Dataw, SC: 3-day visit package includes golf, dining, pool, tour and more.
> Dataw Island, SC‘s 3-day/2-night Experience Dataw Package feature tennis, or boat ride to explore the island, dining in the world-class clubhouse and golf at one of two championship courses.
You can also use the club’s indoor or outdoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness center and head out on a personal real estate tour of this 870 -acre island community. Now only $299/couple. Send me more information about Dataw Island!
Hampton Lake, SC: Golf or spa are among activity choices.
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton, SC is offering its Sneak-a-Peek visit package once again to couples interested learning more about the lifestyle and real estate at the lakeside community.
Your stay includes accommodations for 3 days/2 nights and a choice of either Spa treatments for two at The Spa & Fitness Central or a round of golf for two at neighboring Reed Development signature courses. Ask about other activities that are included along with a guided community tour. Packages start at just $295/couple. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
Ibis Golf & Country Club, FL: Health fair 2/19.
> Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL is hosting a Health Fair on Wed., Feb 19 in concert with the Club’s BodyMind ConnectionTM programming.
Members will join forces with industry experts, consultants, staff, and doctors to cover topics such as orthopedic and sports medicine, physical therapy, nutrition, acupuncture, skin care, massage, and personal training. Healthy appetizers and tropical refreshments will be served. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!
Pauma Valley CC, CA: Fitness for your golf game.
> Pauma Valley Country Club, San Diego CA continues its emphasis on fitness and wellness for members with a number of scheduled classed featuring Ronna Semonian, licensed physical therapist and certified golf fitness instructor with nearly 30 years experience.
On Wednesdays and Fridays she is available for physical rehab and golf fitness coaching. On Wed., Feb. 19 it’s a special class for golfers called Ronna’s Speed Clinic. Space is limited. Send me more information about Pauma Valley!
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COMMUNITY NEWS & UPDATES
Indian River Colony Club, FL: Member wins award.
> Indian River Colony Club, Viera FL is proud to congratulate one of its members, Amir Pishdad, who recently received the U.S. Navy’s Distinguished Achievement Award for volunteer service at the National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum, Birthplace of The Navy Frogman, located in Fort Pierce. Pishdad has been a volunteer at the Fort Pierce museum for 10 years.
The citation recognizes his outstanding professional photography work, documenting museum events, his ambassadorship at reunions and many other contributions. Send me more information about Indian River Colony Club!
JUST SOLD!
Fiddler’s Creek, FL: Waterview homes selling fast.
> Fiddler’s Creek, Naples, FL reports that Phase I of Millbrook, its enclave of 56 Mediterranean-style homes nestled among meandering waterways, is now 50 percent sold. Offered by Lennar Homes, Millbrook presents a choice of four 2-BR and 3-BR floor plans ranging from 1,649 to 2,246 air-conditioned square feet.
Kitchens have granite counter tops and cabinets with crown molding. Each home also boasts designer bath fixtures and under-mount sinks. Prices start at $337,990. Send me more information about Fiddler’s Creek!
VIDEOS JUST ADDED TO…
> Kiawah Island, SC – New video showcases challenging moments & memories at Pete Dye’s famed Ocean Course at Kiawah Island
Golden Ocala, FL: New video highlights amenities.
> Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, Ocala FL has newly posted video on its Featured Community page, showing images of its luxury amenities and news of excellent pricing on its new Eagles Landing residences.
> St. James Plantation, Southport, NC – new video tells about “the best selling community in the Carolinas”
> Willowbend Golf Club, MA – Video tour of a luxury golf course home complete with private sauna, pond and golf course views.
> Dataw Island, SC – Watch this just-added video which features photography of the community and amenities, plus interviews with residents.
BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
Dominion Valley Country Club, VA: 4-BR Ellsworth.
> Dominion Valley Country Club, Haymarket VA’s 4-BR/2.5-BA Ellsworth II model, a 3,526-sf single-family home with nine-foot ceilings, is listed from $607,995. Send me more info….
> Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL’s 3-BR/2-BA home at 10424 Osprey Trace is very close to the clubhouse and well-maintained. Listed at $149,000. Send me more info….
> Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart FL’s reduction of $60,000 on a 3-BR/4-BA estate home at 3133 SE Doubleton Drive makes it a standout value. Listed at $599,900. Send me more info….
> Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, GA’s is 3-BR/2.5-BA home at 1101 Starboard Drive provides panoramic views of holes No. 11 and 12 of the Bob Cupp Landing Course. The home’s dining area is open to the great room and kitchen. Listed at $389,000. Send me more info…
Discovery Packages
Woodside Plantation, SC: 3-day visit just $149/couple.
> Woodside Plantation, Aiken SC’s 3-day/2-night Discovery Package provides lodging at the Carriage House Inn in Aiken’s downtown and much more. Priced at just $149 for two guests. Send me more info….
> St. James Plantation, Southport NC’s 3-day/2-night Discovery Package includes a round of golf or dinner for two, accommodations and a VIP Tour of community. Cost is $149/couple. Send me more info….
INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
FLORIDA
> Minto Sun City, Tampa
Gated property with 24-hour security, 126 holes of golf, shopping and cultural attractions nearby, 14 tennis courts, four recreational centers, state-of-the art spa & fitness facilities, over 200 clubs and activities, Florida homes and villas from $160,000
FLORIDA
Private, gated community, 1,150 acres, Ron Garl golf course, equestrian center, spa, fitness, tennis, resort-style pool, lots from $70,000, townhomes from $250,000
VERMONT
> Quechee Lakes, Quechee
4-season resort community, 5,200 acres, 2 golf courses, skiing & other winter sports, lake activities, lots from $58,500, townhomes and single-family homes from $125,000
MARYLAND
> Deep Creek Mountain at Deep Creek Lake
Mountain retreat with golf, lake, wooded and mountain views, adjacent to Wisp Golf and Ski Resort and Deep Creek Lake, lots from $84,900 to $249,000+
