Vol. 16, No. 918 May 20, 2014 Circ. 24,500
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* TODAY’S Real Estate Deals – Florida Communities
* DISCOVERY Packages – Cypress Landing, NC
* Community News and Updates – SC Communities
* What’s Happening At ... FL & AZ Communities
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals – The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA
* Video Just Added to… Sailfish Point, FL
* New Communities Recently Added – NC, FL, VA & TN Communities
* New Communities Coming Soon – in FL & SC
* Watch for our next issue on Friday, May 23!
Good Morning! The season is winding down in Florida, but real estate is still on the move there. Fiddler’s Creek in Naples has started construction on the new Emerson luxury model at its Chiasso neighborhood, while Ibis Golf & CC in West Palm Beach is offering a value-priced homes complete with pool.
Summer events, kids camps and even the artisan-beer movement are starting to burst out as memories of the past winter begin to fade. See below for details, travel packages and more.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Ibis Golf & CC, FL: “Model-perfect” and complete with pool.
> Ibis Golf & CC, West Palm Beach, FL is a “model-perfect” and upgraded 3-BR/2.5-BA+ home that comes complete with a private screened pool and stainless-steel appliances. Upgrades and amenities include 2013-installed roof, 2012-installed AC, ceiling fans throughout and bright western exposure in rear.
The master suite is located on the first floor. This attractively priced home is located within walking distance of the amenities of Ibis Golf and Country Club. A wonderful value. Listed for $249,000. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & CC!
Fiddler’s Creek, FL: Now building 3-BR Emerson model.
> Fiddler’s Creek, Naples, FL has started construction on the new Emerson luxury model at Chiasso, a village of 59 Mediterranean-style homes. Offered by D.R. Horton, the Emerson has a two-story floor plan encompassing 3,522 air-conditioned sf with 3–BR/3.5-BA, plus a second-floor loft with morning bar that could be utilized for a home entertainment theater.
The home also features a spacious kitchen just off the family room with adjoining café area and walk-in pantry. Pricing currently starts at $621,990. Send me more information about Fiddler’s Creek!
DISCOVERY & STAY’N PLAY
Discover Cypress Landing, NC: Dinner, tour and golf for two.
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity NC has a 20th Anniversary Discover Cypress Landing package that provides 3 days/2 nights to enjoy the community and its amenities. Package includes two nights’ lodging in historic “Little” Washington, N.C., a 10-minute drive from Cypress Landing, at either the Hampton Inn or Moss House Bed and Breakfast.
Breakfast is included, along with a tour of Cypress Landing, a Two-for-One dinner certificate at The Bank Bistro & Bar in Washington and a round of golf for two on the 4 star Cypress Landing Golf Club course. Cost is just $175/couple Send me more information about Cypress Landing!
COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Kiawah Island, SC: $100 million 2014 property sales.
> Kiawah Island, SC and its KIRE real estate group reports outstanding results thus far in 2014, including great activity in April, when the year-to-date total of property sales went over $100 million. In April alone Kiawah Island welcomed 22 families as property owners new to the community.
Meanwhile, KIRE announced that it will soon open a fourth full-service branch office at 12 Queen Street in nearby Charleston. The office will sell only Kiawah property, taking advantage of Charleston’s appeal as a “Top City in the World,” according to the readers of Conde Nast Traveler. Send me more information about Kiawah Island!
Hilton Head Plantation, SC: Summer Kids Kamp coming up.
> Hilton Head Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC is conducting signups for its Kids Kamp Program, held each summer for children of the Plantation in grades K-8. They enjoy field activities, crafts, swimming, music, cooking, special events, and much more. All activities take place in Spring Lake Pavilion, deck and playground area,Spring Lake Pool, and recreation fields.
Hours for the program are 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The program is managed by the Director of Activities, led by a camp director, and includes experienced college-age counselors. Send me more information about Hilton Head Plantation!
Colleton River Plantation, SC: River Dog Beer comes to HHI.
> Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton SC is part of the artisan-beer movement that’s changing beverage service at top clubs and communities throughout the U.S. For the first time in over a decade, The Pete Dye Clubhouse at Colleton River recently began serving draft beer.
Two taps were installed in the Pub bar and a pair of locally sourced craft beers made their debut—Red Ale from River Dog Brewery in Ridgeland, S.C. and the Hoplin IPA from Southbound Brewing Company in Savannah, Ga., join the menu of bottled beers at the Dye Clubhouse. Send me more information about Colleton River!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
PGA Village Verano, FL: Many outdoor events scheduled.
> PGA Village Verano, Port St. Lucie FL is enjoying a busy May calendar of fitness-based events and adventures. The community’s Club Talavera Walking Club is meeting every Monday at 9 a.m. for brisk walks of about two miles with friends.
On Sat., May 24, there’s a scheduled outing to the Elliot Museum to see the Dugout Canoes Exhibit. Cost is $12 for adults. Recently some Verano residents enjoyed a Stumpknocker Air Boat Tour, taking a one-hour ride across the marsh in Vero Beach. Send me more information about PGA Village Verano!
Blackstone at Vistancia, AZ: Successful charity golf tournament.
> Blackstone at Vistancia, Peoria AZ had a fine turnout for the fourth annual Chaplaincy for the Homeless Charity Golf Tournament, held this past Sat., May 16. Since 1988, the Chaplaincy for the Homeless has helped the homeless replace the identification documents they need to find work, housing, medical and other assistance.
These documents enable them to begin their escape from the street and to rebuild proactive, happy lives. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!
Sailfish Point, FL: Memorial Day BBQ May 26.
> Sailfish Point, Stuart FL is planning a festive Memorial Day Barbeque dinner on Mon., May 26 beginning at 5:30 pm. The location is the community’s popular Beach Club and attire is relaxed casual. Price for adults is $28 and servings go until 8:30 p.m.
On Friday of Memorial Day Weekend the first Croquet for Everyone session of the season will be held, starting at 4 p.m. on the croquet lawn. For adults, all-white attire is required to participate. Send me more information about Sailfish Point!
VIDEO JUST ADDED TO…
Sailfish Point, FL: New video shows great water shots and more.
BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA: Remodeled home just $325,000.
> The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA’s featured 4-BR/2.5-BA listing on a large lot at 9 Blackbeard Lane is a renovated home with 2,600 sf of living space. It has many designer architectural details, is move-in ready and listed at $325,000. Send me more info….
Discovery Packages
COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
TENNESSEE
> WindRiver, Lenoir City – Private, lakefront community, five miles of shoreline, Audubon Signature Course, lots from $100,000s, homes from $300,000s
NEW COMMUNITIES COMING SOON
* Mariner Sands, FL
* Oldfield, SC
