Golf Communities News: Mink Meadows Golf Club, MA Joins GCH, New Deals

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Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 15, No. 841  August 13, 2013  Circ. 25,075
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Good Morning! Since President Obama and his family are here on Martha’s Vineyard, and he’s been out playing golf, it makes sense to introduce Mink Meadows Golf Club, a semi-private club with ocean views that he has played on previous visits and is surrounded by 60 homes.

Offering a private beach and a private Vineyard Haven location that inspires generations of happy family summer vacations, Mink Meadows is just minutes from town by bike or car. See details and available real estate below, plus today’s deals, travel packages, news and more.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher

NEW TODAY ON GOLFCOURSEHOME

MASSACHUSETTS

> Mink Meadows Golf Club, Martha’s Vineyard

Semi-private golf club, clubhouse, 60 homes, private association beach for swimming, fishing, crabbing, clamming, homes from $949,000

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TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS

Hasentree, NC: Spotlighting 4BR home w/ high ceilings, garage.

> Hasentree,  Wake Forest NC is spotlighting the Waverly model, one of seven designs in its Executive Collection by Toll Brothers. Priced from $452,995, this 4-BR/3-BA, 2,843-sf luxury home makes a strong first impression with its grand and light-filled ground-level master bedroom.

Featuring a 2-car garage and nine-foot ceilings throughout, the Waverly design also offers a convenient private study.Send me more information about Hasentree!

Sailfish Point, FL: 4-BR/5.1-BA golf estate home listed for $1.575M.

> Sailfish Point, Stuart FL presents a 4-BR/5.1-BA golf estate home overlooking No. 16 and 17 fairways for $1,575,000. Stone columns and inlaid marble in the foyer set the tone for this 4,460-sf residence. Fine details include saturnia marble floors in all living areas, crown molding and lighted cove ceilings in formal dining room and two-story living room.

The floor plan includes a library/office with rich wood built-ins, paneled walls, double-door entry and plantation shutters. Gourmet center-island kitchen opens to family room/breakfast nook with wet bar, stainless appliances and pantry with built-in 7-foot wine rack. Main floor master suite has twin walk-in closets and separate baths. Send me more information about Sailfish Point!

> Brier Creek, Raleigh, NC offers 6 homes in its Regency Collection, but the 2,048-sf, 3-BR/2-BA Bayhill stands out for its open floor plan and versatile study that can serve as a private home office or extra bedroom. A well-appointed kitchen includes a large pantry and breakfast area.

The first-floor master bedroom suite features a tray ceiling, a large walk-in closet, and a master bath with dressing area and Roman tub. Priced from $371,995. Send me more information about Brier Creek!

Mink Meadows, MA: Home comes with separate studio.

> Mink Meadows Golf Club, Martha’s Vineyard This bright & airy 3-BR/2.5-BA golf home sits on 2.12 acres right alongside the first and second holes of the Mink Meadows Golf Course. Located just minutes from town and steps from the fishing, clamming and swimming available at the private Mink Meadows association beach, the updated kitchen and bathrooms, plus spacious screened-in porch, create the ideal setting for summer relaxation.

A separate studio adds additional space for guests or a home office. Recently reduced to $949,000. Send me more information about Mink Meadows

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DISCOVERY PACKAGES & STAY’ n PLAYS

Reynolds Plantation, GA: $195 includes golf, lodging, breakfast.

> Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, GA presents its Discovery Package, starting at $195 per couple per night. Play your choice of Jack Nicklaus’ famed Great Waters, Jones’ Oconee course, Fazio’s award-winning National course or Bob Cupp’s dual masterpieces.

Package includes deluxe lodging in a Reynolds Plantation cottage or condo, Southern-style breakfast daily plus access to practice complex. With full use of the Swim & Tennis Club at Linger Longer Park, plus dining privileges at multiple fine venues, this package offers a great way to experience Reynolds Plantation.  Send me more information about Reynolds Plantation!

> River Landing, Wallace, NC invites you to take advantage of its Discovery Package, just $99/couple . Package includes first-class lodging options within a 1/2 mile of the gated entrance, VIP Tour, Owner-For-The-Stay privileges at the Sports & Fitness Club, Swimming Pools, Dining Rooms and new River Landing Clubhouse, round of golf, tennis, indoor/outdoor pools, exercise and fitness classes, cardio equipment, nature trails and more.

You’ dine well, too with a tour of the local Duplin Winery complete with Wine Tasting Experience, plus receive a Gourmet Dining Certificate. Send me more information about River Landing!

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NEW TODAY ON GOLFCOURSEHOME

Mink Meadows, MA: Private beach is a major residential benefit.

> Mink Meadows Golf Club, Martha’s Vineyard

Mink Meadows Golf Club is a semi-private golf club located in Vineyard Haven and adjacent to West Chop on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, MA.

The golf course was designed in 1936 by Wayne Stiles, who employed a style similar to his more famous contemporaries Donald Ross, A.W. Tillinglast and John Van Kleek, giving golfers views of woods and Vineyard Sound along with breezes that kick in from the island’s north shore.

Sheltered by trees and setbacks discreetly off the fairways are 60 homes whose residents form the the Mink Meadows Homeowners Association which is closely allied with the golf club. Owners of property in Mink Meadows become members of the Mink Meadows Homeowners Association (MMHA) and have priority when obtaining a club membership.

Private clubs in the area include the West Chop Club (tennis/beach) and Vineyard Haven Yacht Club (sailing/tennis/beach). Membership in both clubs is dependent on sponsorship by members and membership availability.

Private Association Beach: The major benefit of membership in the MMHA is the lovely white sand beach which stretches out along the north shore of the island with long views of Vineyard Sound and the Elizabeth Islands.

On any day in summer you’ll see families spread out on the white sandy beach on blankets, while children dig for clams or fish from the stone jetty and sailboats parade up and down the Sound.

Real Estate: Mink Meadows, MA

• There are currently five homes for sale in Mink Meadows
• Prices range from $949,000 to $2,950,000
• Send me more information about Mink Meadows!

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COMMUNITY NEWS & UPDATES 

Boca Woods Country Club, FL: Fighting Knights play here.

> Boca Woods Country Club, Boca Raton FL congratulates this year’s Division II NCAA Golf Champions, the Lynn University women’s varsity golf team and its head coach Danny Randolph.

The Fighting Knights use the 36 holes of Boca Woods C.C. as its home-match venue and conducts all drills and coaching sessions on the club’s outstanding practice complex. With a final team score of 1,187, Lynn defeated four-time national champion Nova Southeastern on the LPGA Legends course at LPGA International. Send me more information about Boca Woods!

> Viniterra, New Kent VA will be proud participant in the Parade of Homes to be presented in October by the Richmond Homeowner’s Association.

One of the community’s Signature Builders, Falcone Homes, will be an entrant in the Parade of Homes, showing a new model on the Amarone Way cul-de-sac. Falcone homes reflect the artisanal richness of Mediterranean culture as well as personalized attention and fine craftsmanship. Send me more information about Viniterra!

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…

The Landings, GA: Pros and club members go at it in the annual Pro-Am.

> The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA has a big golf competition coming up, “The Battle at the Landings,” scheduled for Sept. 29. All Landings Club members are invited to participate—that means males, females, golfers, even non-golfers.

This annual Pro-Am and Party gives the community a chance to see the best golfers at the Landings in action in a fun-filled environment. The teams consist of professional golf staff and the lowest handicap men and women golfers competing for prizes and bragging rights. Send me more information about The Landings!

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JUST SOLD!

Balsam Mountain Preserve, NC: Brisk sales this year.

> Balsam Mountain Preserve, Sylva NC, under new ownership since late 2011, is experiencing sharp increases in property sales and memberships in 2013. The community has tallied 29 real estate transactions through July 31, which represents five more than were achieved in all of 2012.

Another seven properties are under contract and scheduled to close in August. On the club side, membership has grown from 99 to 128 over the past 18 months. Send me more information about Balsam Mountain Preserve!

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MARTHA’S VINEYARD HAPPENINGS

All the talk on-island is about President Obama’s visit. Either it’s about the traffic problems caused by his entourage or that parts of South Rd. are closed for the week, or maybe it’s about his playing golf at Farm Neck Golf Club. Summer reading is big with the First Family, so you may see them visiting Bunch of Grapes Bookstore in Vineyard Haven.

And when you’re not out trying to catch a glimpse of President Obama and his family, try the Vineyard Pops tonight at Chilmark Community Center in Chilmark (tix $35) or Grand Illumination Night tomorrow night, which features the traditional decorating of Oak Bluffs historic gingerbread cottages with illuminated paper lanterns, many of which go back generations.

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BEST DEALS SHORTS…

Real Estate

Summit Rock, TX: new luxury cabins under construction.

> Summit Rock, Horseshoe Bay, TX’s construction work has begun on two luxury lakeview cabins near the tee boxes on the No. 11 hole. Send me more info…

> Carolina Colours, New Bern NC’s featured property is a 3-BR/3.5-BA home with a preserve view and 2,650 sf of living space for $399,000. This home at 4405 Cobblestone Alley features a a large bonus room with full bath and a cozy four-season room. Send me more info…

> World Golf Village, St. Augustine FL’s top listing is a 4-BR/3.5-BA home at 1620 Stonewood Court for $628,000. Send me more info…

> Carolina Trace, Sanford NC’s listing on a 3-BR/2-BA golf home overlooking No. 6 fairway of the Creek course is reduced to $169,900. This one-level, 1,822-sf residence at 555 Argyle Drive is designed with its kitchen and dining space overlooking backyard greenery. Send me more info…

Discovery Packages

INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED

SOUTH CAROLINA

> Moss Creek, Hilton Head Island
1,000-acre private golf, marina & equestrian community, two golf courses, tennis, marina, nature preserves, clubhouse, miles of trails, homesites from $60,000, homes from the $200,000s.

> Connestee Falls, Brevard
Private, gated, established community, pristine mountain setting, George Cobb golf, 30,000-sf clubhouse, pool, wellness center, Homes from $125,000

> Hampton Hall, Bluffton
Gated, 1,000-acre club community, golf by Pete Dye, near Hilton Head, 24,000-sf clubhouse, health and fitness center, lakeside pool complex, homes from the $400,000s, Golf Cottages from $250,000, homesites from $44,900

MARTHA’S VINEYARD, MASSACHUSETTS

> The Boathouse, Edgartown
Private club community, recreational amenities, private wine room, spa, fitness, nearby golf, homes from $1,895,000

> Tashmoo Woods, Vineyard Haven
Set on Lake Tashmoo with direct ocean access, tennis, swimming pool, golf next door, condos/single-family homes from $560,000

BAY ISLANDS

> Pristine Bay, Roaton
Oceanfront Caribbean community, Pete Dye golf, dining, fractional ownership from $69,900, villas from $438,000

GEORGIA

> Currahee Golf Club, Toccoa
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.

FLORIDA

> World Golf Village, St. Augustine
6,300-acres, ‘Home of American Golf’, two golf courses & two clubhouses, Swim & Tennis Center, Fitness Cottage, World Golf Hall of Fame & IMAX Theater, miles of paths and walkways, real estate from $110,000

> Boca Woods Country Club, Boca Raton
Gated, private club community, 2 renovated golf courses, tennis center, fitness center, pool, grand clubhouse, active social calendar, homes from $80,000

VIRGINIA

> Glenmore, Keswick
Private, gated golf and equestrian community, 1,500 acres, 3 lakes, golf, homes from $400,000, homesites from $159,000

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