Vol. 15, No. 846 August 29, 2013 Circ. 25,075
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* TODAY’S New Real Estate Deals
* Discovery & Travel Packages
* Community News & Updates
* Just Sold!
* What’s Happening At…
* Real Estate Focus: Martha’s Vineyard & Cape Cod
* New Video Just Added to….Currahee Club, GA
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals…
* Investigate New Communities Recently Added
* Coming Soon to GolfCourseHome
* Watch for our next issue, coming September 3!
Wycliffe, FL: Offers lakeview home with pool.
Good Morning! Our last Thursday Golf Communities News of the summer offers eight real estate deals from Canada to Florida to Arizona and travel deals to Florida and Georgia. Fun events include a Car Show at Treasure Lake, PA, and a Craft Beer & Food Tasting event in Williamsburg, VA. See below for all the details, community news, recent sales at Daniel Island, SC more.
Mortgage Rate Watch: 30 yr. fixed is 4.5% at Sovereign Bank–down .125% from last week’s 4.625%. Rates remain historically low, so keep your eye on them. Buying opportunities are still available! –David Lott, Founder/Publisher
TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Wycliffe, FL: 4BR, 5BA home w/ pool, lake views just $349K.
> Wycliffe Golf & Country Club, Wellington FL is spotlighting a two-story, lake-view Windsor model on a corner lot with 4-BR/5-BA, private pool, Jacuzzi for $349,000. Master Suite is inviting with double-door entry to hall and two walk-in closets.
Master bath has his and her sinks on raised counters with vanity, roman tub and separate glass corner shower with TV and cable access. Covered and screened patio opens up to the large free-form heated pool with Jacuzzi and lake view. Send me more information about Wycliffe!
> Sunset Dunes, PEI, Canada is listing a riverfront homesite just under one acre in size along the Cape Traverse River for $72,900. Lot 60 in this unique Canadian Maritimes community is completely cleared with 225 feet of frontage along the river as well as frontage on Bell’s Point Road and Campbell’s Way.
It is adjacent to the resident-use dock and can be purchased with 12 months interest-free financing. Send me more information about Sunset Dunes!
On Top of the World Communities, FL: 2BR home $123,600.
> On Top of the World Communities, Ocala FL is listing a 2-BR/2-BA home at 9597 SW 92 Street Road for $123,600. This expanded residence has the dining room to your left upon entry and the living room forward. Adjacent are the guest bedroom, bath and inside laundry.
A large eat-in kitchen features new stainless steel appliances. Toward the rear is a second living area with French doors that transition to an oversized lanai under A/C. The master suite includes a generous sized bedroom and large bath with a walk-in shower. Send me more information about On Top of the World Communities!
Blackstone at Vistancia, AZ: EnergySaver ready-now home for sale.
> Blackstone at Vistancia, Peoria AZ has a Catalina floor-plan residence with stucco exterior by David Weekley Homes that is ready-now and priced from $638,673.
Spacious inside with 3,533 sf, this custom one-story home at 12959 W. Tyler Trace has 4 BR/3 BA and one half-bath, plus a 3-car garage. Proprietary EnergySaver design provides the most efficient energy use profile available. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!
DISCOVERY PACKAGES & STAY’ n PLAYS
Plantation Bay, FL: New Discovery Package for 3 days/2 nights.
> Plantation Bay, Ormond Beach FL has a new Discovery Package that lets you experience the community first-hand and vacation in one of its beautifully furnished villas for just $399 plus tax per couple.
The package includes a 3-day, 2-night stay in a furnished villa on-property in the seaside town of Ormond Beach, one round of golf on your choice of three courses, unlimited use of tennis courts, fitness center and pool, plus one $25 meal voucher for lunch or dinner at either club. Send me more information about Plantation Bay!
> Savannah Quarters, GA invites you to experience its Discovery Getaway Package and learn more about one of its newest golf neighborhoods, Westbrook at Savannah Quarters. You’ll also get to share in the excitement of Savannah and explore all that Savannah Quarters has to offer.
Package includes 3 days/2 nights with lodging in Savannah’s Historic District, private golf course and real estate tour, nostalgic carriage tour of downtown Savannah and lunch for two at Savannah Quarters country club. Cost: $199 plus tax. Send me more information about Savannah Quarters
COMMUNITY NEWS & UPDATES
Cypress Landing, NC: HOA leader recognized for service.
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity NC recently honored Community Association Manager Tomi Moody with a gift certificate and an engraved plaque to commemorate Moody’s 10 years of service to the Cypress Landing Home Owners Association (HOA).
Moody is a unique source of knowledge about the history of Cypress Landing and an expert on North Carolina Community Homeowners laws and trends. Moody thanked the HOA and cited Cypress Landing residents for their community-minded spirit. Send me more information about Cypress Landing!
JUST SOLD!
Daniel Island, SC: Healthy sales rate continues.
> Daniel Island, Charleston SC booked almost 30 property sales in the most recent reporting period, including a 4-BR/3-BA home in Codner’s Ferry Park for $582,000.
In the Smythe Park section of Daniel Island, at 2431 Settlers Street, a 5-BR/5.5-BA home recently sold for $805,000. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
Treasure Lake, PA: Car Show to feature Corvettes and more.
> Treasure Lake, DuBois PA invites car lovers to the 2nd Annual Treasure Lake Car Show, happening Sun., Sept. 1 from noon to 3 p.m. in the community’s Lakeview Lodge parking lots. Registration for participants is just $10 and admission for spectators is free.
This is a judged show and a portion of the proceeds go to the Ronald McDonald House. Among the prize categories are antique vehicles 1948 and earlier, stock Corvettes from three separate eras, Camaros, street rods and British imports 1900 to 1987. Send me more information about Treasure Lake!
> Kingsmill on the James, Williamsburg VA highlights Labor Day Weekend with the Local Craft Beer & Food Tasting event on Mon., Sept. 1 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Eagles Dining Room. Club chefs pair up Gastro Pub-style dishes and local artisan beers.
On Sept. 2 it’s the Late Night Tavern Ghost Walk from 9 to 10 p.m. Learn about the ghosts that continue to haunt the taverns and historic buildings of Colonial Williamsburg. This family-friendly program is suitable for all ages and is wheelchair- and stroller-friendly. Fee is $12 for adults and $7 for children. Send me more information about Kingsmill!
NEW VIDEO JUST ADDED TO
> Currahee Club, Toccoa, Georgia – 1,200-acre private, gated golf & waterfront community on the shores of Lake Hartwell
REAL ESTATE FOCUS: MARTHA’S VINEYARD & CAPE COD
Retirement, Second Homes, Vacation Rentals Presented by Vineyard Open House Real Estate LLC
Oak Bluffs, MA: Cape reduced to below assessed value.
> Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard, MA This modern contemporary Cape, located in the private development of Hidden Cove, has been reduced to $525,000—more than $120,000 below its original asking price. The price is also below its assessed value.
BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
Currahee Club, GA: Mountain estate home w/ views $899K.
> Currahee Club, Toccoa GA’s is Lynbrook Mountain Estate Home has a premium site along hole No. 2 of the golf course with panoramic views. This 5-BR / 5.5-BA home with 3-car garage at 110 Timber Ridge Trail lists for $899,000. Send me more info…
> Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart FL’s 3-BR / 2.5-BA home at 3463 SE Doubleton Drive, ideally situated near the fifth green of the course, is priced at $549,000. Send me more info…
> Jupiter Country Club, Jupiter, FL’s Carriage Homes enjoy golf, lake, or preserve views. The Pesaro Carriage Home model features 2 BRs with a first-floor master BR, 2 BAs, 2-car garage and 2,083 sf. The well-equipped kitchen features a center island, a walk-in pantry. Priced from $384,995. Send me more info…
Hasentree, NC: Luxury homes from $452,995.
> Hasentree, Wake Forest, NC‘s Waverly model from the Executive Collection offers 4 BRs/3 BAs with a 1st-floor master bedroom. Square footage begins at 2,843 with a 2-car garage. Other features includes 9-ft ceilings throughout and a convenient study that offers many possibilities. Listed for $452,995 Send me more info…
Discovery Packages
Sea Pines Plantation, SC: Getaway package starts at $149/night.
> Sea Pines Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC’s Getaway Package runs through Mar. 7 of next year. It starts at $149 a night for three nights in a 2-BR deluxe villa with numerous extras. Send me more info…
> River Landing, Wallace, NC’s $99 Discovery Package includes first-class lodging, VIP Tour, Owner-For-The-Stay privileges for all amenities and a tour a Wine Tasting Experience at the local Duplin Winery, plus Gourmet Dining Certificate. 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
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