Vol. 15, No. 830 July 5, 2013 Circ. 25,075
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* Today’s New Real Estate Deals
* New This Week: Hampton Hall, SC
* New Last Week: Connestee Falls, NC
* Discovery Packages
* Community News & Updates
* What’s Happening At…
* Martha’s Vineyard Happenings
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals…
* Video Just Added to…
* Investigate New Communities Recently Added
* Coming Soon to GolfCourseHome
* Watch for our next issue, coming July 9!
Good Morning! The holiday celebrations continue into the weekend and we’re celebrating with 5 Florida real estate deals, plus more real estate deals in VA, MA and PA. See below for details, plus community news, travel, events and more.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
NEW THIS WEEK ON GOLFCOURSEHOME
SOUTH CAROLINA
Hampton Hall, SC: Pete Dye golf, lakeside pool complex.
> 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
NEW LAST WEEK ON GOLFCOURSEHOME.COM
NORTH CAROLINA
> Connestee Falls, Brevard
Private, gated, established community, pristine mountain setting, George Cobb golf, 30,000-sf clubhouse, pool, wellness center, Homes from $125,000
REAL ESTATE DEALS
Fiddler’s Creek, FL: New homes from $474,400.
> 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 at a base price of $474,990. This model has a great room-based floor plan, with 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. Send me more information about Fiddler’s Creek!
> Venice Golf & Country Club, Venice FL is featuring a 4-BR, 3-BA home at 408 Autumn Chase Drive for $469,000. Enjoy inspiring golf and lake views from nearly every room of this 2,924-sf home.
Special architectural details include divider arches, crown molding, built-ins in the family room and den, and an over-sized pool and lanai deck with a wet bar. The kitchen was recently updated and includes an Island with electricity, a wine rack and a built-in desk. Send me more information about Venice Golf & Country Club!
Aberdeen Country Club, FL: 3BR, 3BA home offered at $329,000.
> Aberdeen Country Club, Boynton Beach FL puts its spotlight on a 3-BR, 3-BA home at 6875 Fairway Lakes Drive. Listed at $329,000, this spacious, 2,893-sf residence offers prime golf and lake views. Special features include crown moldings, granite counters, new carpet in the bedrooms, new a/c and generator, accordion shutters and built-in furniture in the den.
Professionally decorated, it also has a screened patio and built-in irrigation. Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!
> Glenmore, Keswick VA now features a 4-BR, 3.5-BA colonial-style home with farmhouse-style details at 3302 Merrick Court, priced for $589,000.
Set on a half-acre wooded lot, its signature is a two-story family room/sun room combination with expansive windows. Set deep in a private, wooded setting, the home has a main-floor MBR suite plus a graceful front porch and private rear deck. Send me more information about Glenmore!
DISCOVERY PACKAGES & STAY n PLAYS
> 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!
COMMUNITY NEWS & UPDATES
Blackstone at Vistancia, AZ: New golf director.
> Blackstone at Vistancia, Peoria AZ has hired Tom Wilcox, a PGA Master Professional with a national reputation for innovative golf service, as its new director of golf.
Wilcox comes to Blackstone at Vistancia after 11 years in charge of golf operations at highly regarded Quintero, in Peoria, Ariz. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
Savannah Quarters, GA: Oyster Roast July 5.
> Savannah Quarters, Savannah GA and its patriotic residents will extend the Independence Day festivities at the First Friday Oyster Roast happening tonight, July 5, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the on the riverside plaza at the Westin Savannah Harbor Resort.
The celebration includes buckets of oysters, a bar and a live band. It’s a great evening of dancing under the stars as 4th of July weekend parties on. Send me more information about Savannah Quarters!
> Balsam Mountain Preserve, Sylva NC and the Balsam Mountain Trust presents a live performance by Jamie Laval tonight, July 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the community’s Boarding House venue. Known as one of the premier Celtic violinists on the international music scene today, Laval will play two sets of traditional Celtic music, rendered with hints of classical refinement and ethnic music from around the world.
Along with Jamie’s show the holiday activities at Balsam Mountain include trail rides all day, plus a Nature, Arts & Culture Camp for kids ages 7-12. Send me more information about Balsam Mountain Preserve!
VIDEO JUST ADDED TO:
DeBordieu, SC: New video showcases amenities, architecture and beachfront living
> DeBordieu, Georgetown, SC – Beautiful photography of the community and its amenities and oceanfront setting
> Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach, FL – New video shows what recently approved improvements will look like
MARTHA’S VINEYARD HAPPENINGS
MV Film Society: Premiering ‘Midnight Showings.’
> Last night the island buzzed with the sounds of fireworks and the traditional parade in Edgartown. Up coming is the premiere of “Midnight Showings,” by the the MV Film Society at its new digital theater in Vineyard Haven. The movies will actually be shown at 10 pm, but when you exit the theater it will be close to midnight. Look for cult fiction and classic films on the big screen this summer, including island favorite Jaws (the movie was filmed here).
> Vineyard Open House Realty Update: Installation of digital equipment is slated for Saturday. The first desk arrived today. We are getting closer! To learn more about real estate opportunities on Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod, go to MVHomesandRentals.com.
BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
GlenLakes, FL: Offering like-new home on large lot.
> GlenLakes, Weeki Wachee FL’s spotlight is on a 3-BR, 2-BA home on an oversized homesite in like-new condition. Design is airy and open with a great room, plus dining room, kitchen and breakfast area. Send me more info…
> Willowbend Golf Club, Mashpee MA’s featured property is a 3-BR, 3.5-BA home on a half-acre homesite for $850,000. Grand and spacious at 3,137 sf, this home is contemporary in style and professionally landscaped. Send me more info…
> Treasure Lake, DuBois PA’s top listing is a 3-BR, 2.5-BA waterfront home on Lake Bimini for $306,000. Design of this move-in-ready home allows one-floor living year-round. Two bedrooms plus bath upstairs are perfect for children or guests. Send me more info…
Discovery & Travel Packages
Wycliffe Golf & CC, FL: ‘Day at the Club’ includes golf and lunch.
> Wycliffe Golf & Country Club, Wellington, FL‘s ‘Day at the Club’ program includes a personal tour, golf, tennis, fitness, a spa service and lunch and drinks in “The Grille.” Combine it with the Fly & Buy promotion. Purchase a Wycliffe home within 90 days of your visit and you will be reimbursed up to $1,500 for verified travel and lodging expenses. Send me more info….
INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
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.
NORTH CAROLINA
> 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
COSTA RICA
> Hacienda Pinilla, Guanacaste
Gated community, 24-hour security, ocean frontage & beach, golf, lake & mountains views, homes from $800,000, Lots from $200,000
FLORIDA
> 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
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* Owl’s Nest, NH
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