Vol. 15, No. 838 August 2, 2013 Circ. 25,075
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* TODAY’S New Real Estate Deals
* Discovery & Travel Packages
* Community News & Updates
* What’s Happening At…
* New Communities Last Week on GolfCourseHome
* Just Sold!
* Martha’s Vineyard Happenings
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals…
* Investigate New Communities Recently Added
* Coming Soon to GolfCourseHome
* Watch for our next issue, coming August 2!
Good Morning! Exciting things are happening here at GolfCourseHome. First, our new office for our real estate firm, Vineyard Open House, opens its doors for the first time tomorrow afternoon. And second, we have more great homes for sale in Florida, North Carolina and South Carolina to tell you about.
Also, Fly & Buy is an increasingly popular way to bring people to a community and then reimburse them if they buy–we have two to tell you about. And finally, there’s more good news about growing real estate sales. See below for details, community events, news and more —David Lott, Founder/Publisher
NEW LAST WEEK ON GOLFCOURSEHOME
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
NORTH CAROLINA
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity
Private golf & marina community, marina with floating dock system, par 72 semi-private course, homes from $200,000 to over $1,000,000 and lots from $50,000
TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Carolina Trace, NC: Home reduced to $168,500.
> Carolina Trace, Sanford NC is showing a home that is just reduced down to $168,500–a 3-BR/2-BA residence that features a large living room with cathedral ceiling and gas fireplace that previously had listed for $178,500.
The master bedroom offers plenty of storage with his/her closets and the oversized garage provide even more storage capacity. Send me more information about Carolina Trace!
> Amelia National, Amelia Island, FL ICI Homes offers an extensive portfolio of more than 100 home floor plans, but the two-story, 2,927-sf Canterbury III is one that stands out. A super-sized version of the award-winning Canterbury, this 4-BR/3.5 BA home offers plenty of light filled spaces and almost 300 sf added to the already large family room, kitchen, back porch, master bedroom with tray ceiling, dining and morning rooms.
You can customize it further from 30 choices that include bonus room, cabanna bath and summer kitchen. Priced from $327,900. Send me more information about Amelia National!
> Frederica, St. Simons Island, GA Located in Frederica’s newest neighborhood, Alford Lane, this 4-BR/4.5 BA lakefront home is designed with entertaining in mind. Set on a half-acre, this 3,373 sf home offers access to a shared common area with fire pit, neighborhood dock and access to all club amenities. Its gracious open floor plan features sweeping 12-ft ceilings in the great room and dining area.
A fireplace, built-in book cases and expansive lake views grace the kitchen and great room. A large screened terrace, first-floor master suite and guest suite add further value to this offering. Priced from $894,418. Send me more information about Frederica!
DISCOVERY PACKAGES & STAY’ n PLAYS
Jupiter Country Club, FL: Get thousands back with purchase.
> Jupiter Country Club, Jupiter FL is telling potential property buyers about its intriguing Fly and Buy Program. Select this offer and get your travel expenses reimbursed up to $2,000 within the U.S. and $4,000 if you are from outside the U.S.
While on-property enjoy luxury accommodations at no charge, try out the Jupiter CC lifestyle and view move-in ready homes with upgrades included. Purchase must occur within 90 days of visit to qualify for reimbursement. Send me more information about Jupiter Country Club!
> Amelia National Golf & Country Club, Fernandina Beach, FL invites you to experience the community first-hand on its Discovery Package and spend a few days in one of the community’s beautifully furnished condos.
Stay 3 days/2 nights on property and enjoy unlimited golf, unlimited use of tennis courts, fitness center and pool. Day spa treatments by appointment (additional fee applies). Cost is just $399 per couple. (Previously stated price of $299 was incorrect. We regret the error.) Book early to insure the widest possible selection. Send me more information about Amelia National
> Estrella del Mar, Mazatlan, Mexico Check out an oceanfront home or beachfront condo by visiting on Estrella del Mar’s special ‘Fly ‘n Buy’ package. You’ll receive unlimited golf and spa treatments during your visit and stay in the oceanfront Las Villas boutique hotel which looks out over three miles of private and secluded beach.
Rooms include a private courtyard, easy beach access, spectacular ocean views. When you purchase your home or condo, the cost of trip–up to $1,500 including airline tickets–will be applied towards your purchase. Send me more information about Estrella del Mar
JUST SOLD!
The Landings, GA: Demand and sales continue to increase.
> The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA announced that demand for properties continues to surge in the first half of 2013, with property sales (closings) up nearly 20%. According to Savannah Board of Realtors data, the community saw 128 property (house or lot) transactions close between January 1 and June 30, a 19.6% increase over the 107 that had closed in the first half of 2012.
Due to this success, the inventory of properties is also at healthy levels. The 168 homes for sale on June 30 is just over 4% of the community’s 4,000 homes. Send me more information about The Landings!
> Daniel Island, Charleston SC reports that as of July 22 it had closed 132 transactions, a 28% increase over the same time period last year. Sales volume reached $68 million in the first six-and-a-half months of the year, bringing a 21% increase over 2012.
Additional highlights year-to-date include a 50% increase in sales of single-family homes priced at$1 million and above. Likewise, there was an extremely active second quarter with 91 properties sold, plus a strong start to the third quarter with 13 sales transactions since July 1. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
NEW LAST WEEK ON GOLFCOURSEHOME
World Golf Village, FL: Golf, spa, condos from $100,000.
Within World Golf Village, you’ll find two world-class championship golf courses, both of which consistently receive a four-and-a-half stars rating (out of five) by Golf Digest.
Both courses feature their own clubhouse. Residents can also get tips on their game through a variety of programs at the Village’s onsite PGA TOUR Golf Academy–the PGA TOUR’s first-ever golfing school.
Get Pampered at The Spa: The Spa at World Golf Village combines traditional spa services with golf-focused treatments and feature more
than 70 services and treatments. Other amenities include the Swim & Tennis Center, Fitness Cottage, World Golf Hall of Fame, athletic fields, miles of paths and walkways and much more.
- Condominiums start in the $100,000s
- Single-family homes start in the $200,000s
- Patio homes start in the $200,000s
- Active adult homes start in the $200,000s
- Custom homes in The Estates start in the $400,000s
- Send me more information about World Golf Village!
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NEW LAST WEEK ON GOLFCOURSEHOME
Cypress Landing, NC: Golf, boating, social events.
NORTH CAROLINA
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity
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.
Residents enjoy the finest in pleasure boating thanks to Cypress Landing’s state-of-the-art marina and its easy deep-water access to the Intracoastal Waterway. Approved as an “NC Clean Marina,” the community’s 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.
Award-Winning Golf: At par 72, the 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.
Real Estate
- Private golf & marina community
- 750 acres with 720 homesites
- 600 homes built with more under construction
- Homesites enjoy golf, lake/pond, marina, marsh, river and wooded views
- Custom homes from $200,000
- Buildable lots from $50,000
- Affordable property taxes
- Send me more information about Cypress Landing!
COMMUNITY NEWS & UPDATES
Hampton Lake, SC: Website offers brochures, other info.
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC is letting home buyers know that, like the community, Hampton Lake’s website is constantly growing. Currently it contains home brochures online that you can view and print at home.
Buyers may take time to view the properties then call to schedule a tour. The website also contains a photo gallery of news and projects, owners’ testimonials and an up-close look at high-quality amenities. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
Aberdeen Country Club, FL: Labor Day bridge & breakfast.
> Aberdeen Country Club, Boynton Beach FL is holding a Labor Day Bridge Tournament and Continental Breakfast on Sun., Sept. 1. The breakfast begins at 8:30 and the tournament competition runs from 9:30 a.m. to about 12:30 p.m.
Price to enter is $9 inclusive per person. Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!
MARTHA’S VINEYARD HAPPENINGS
BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
Moss Creek, SC: Lake home has docks, porch.
> Moss Creek Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC’s lakeview 3-BR/3-BA home with two half-baths on a 4,121-sf floor plan at 141 Victoria Drive is listed now for $719,000. Enjoy the convenience of lakeside decks and a three-season porch. Send me more info…
> Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart FL’s spotlight is on a 2-BR/2.5-BA home at 1465 SE Brewster Place in the Belle Haven neighborhood, listed at $305,000. This home is beautifully decorated and seller will consider selling some of the furnishings. Send me more info…
Carolina Trace, NC: 3BR home on 6th green just $169,900.
> Carolina Trace, Sanford NC’s golf-front single-family home with 3-BR/2-BA in a preferred location at 555 Argyll Drive is priced at $169,900. It borders No. 6 green. Send me more info…
Discovery & Travel Packages
> Brunswick Forest, Leland, NCis combining its Summer Concert series with its 3-day/2-night Discovery Tour Package for the summer’s final Concert Weekend August 9-11. Take in all the music and enjoy accommodations, golf for two and Friday poolside party—all for just $179 per couple. Send me more info…
> Wild Wing Lakes, Conway, SC Discovery Package spans 3 days/2 nights with accommodations in Myrtle Beach. Use the amenities and take a VIP Community Tour. Golf on its award-winning, 27-hole course is a separate charge. Cost per couple is just $129. Send me more info….
INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
NORTH CAROLINA
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity
Private golf & marina community, marina with floating dock system, par 72 semi-private course, homes from $200,000 to over $1,000,000 and lots from $50,000
> Brunswick Forest, Leland
4,500-acre community, top-ranked Cape Fear National Golf Course, River Club, fitness/wellness center, trail network, homesites begin at $75,000
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
COMING SOON TO GOLFCOURSEHOME
* The Moorings, Baltimore, MD
* Owl’s Nest, NH
* The Founder’s Club, FL
> Moss Creek Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC’s lakeview 3-BR/3-BA home with two half-baths on a 4,121-sf floor plan at 141 Victoria Drive is listed now for $719,000. Enjoy the convenience of lakeside decks and a three-season porch. Send me more info…
> Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart FL’sspotlight is on a 2-BR/2.5-BA home at 1465 SE Brewster Place in the Belle Haven neighborhood, listed at $305,000. This home is beautifully decorated and seller will consider selling some of the furnishings. Send me more info…
> Carolina Trace, Sanford NC’sgolf-front single-family home with 3-BR/2-BA in a preferred location at 555 Argyll Drive is priced at $169,900. It borders No. 6 green. Send me more info…
