~ GCH Network Newsletter ~
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 929 July 1, 2014 Circ. 20,000
* TODAY’S Real Estate Deals – FL, SC & PA Communities
* DISCOVERYS/STAY’N PLAY Packages – Oldfield, SC
* Community News and Updates – SC & FL Communities
* New Last Week on GolfCourseHome – Oldfield, SC
* What’s Happening At .... The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals – FL, NC, SC & VA Communities
* New Communities Recently Added – Mariner Sands, FL; WindRiver, TN
* Watch for our next issue on Friday, July 4!
> Read the entire newsletter on the GCH Blog!
Good Morning! July 4th is just the beginning of summer and The Landings at Skidaway Island, GA, has big plans. Add to the festivities by checking out the nine homes we feature in this issue. Also, newly added Oldfield, SC presents a Discovery Tour package that includes golf, river cruise, accommodations and more. Read all the details, plus community updates and more below.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
NEW LAST WEEK GOLFCOURSEHOME.COM
SOUTH CAROLINA
> Oldfield, Okatie Private, gated golf community on the wide Okatie River, 800-acre Lowcountry refuge, Greg Norman-designed championship golf, Outfitters Center on-property with River Pro, Equestrian Center and trails, homes from $475,000, homesites from $40,000.
TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Golden Ocala, FL: 2-BR updated waterview home.
> Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, Ocala, FL is featuring a 2-BR/2.5-BA home with water views at 8036 Northwest 28th Street. This graceful residence has many upgrades, including custom cabinets plus marble and granite in the kitchen and master bath.
Golden Ocala, FL: Marble and granite sparkle in kitchen & bath.
Special features include a whole-house audio system, custom tile throughout and a wine cellar built into the utility room. Listed at $549,000. Send me more information about Golden Ocala!
Treasure Lake, PA: Brand new 4-BR home.
> Treasure Lake, DuBois, PA presents a 4-BR/3-BA home at 241 Rip Tide Road with a handsome stone-and-vinyl exterior. This new-construction, bungalow-style residence features granite kitchen counters, nine-foot ceilings, a finished walk-out lower level and central air-conditioning.
Treasure Lake, PA: Granite counters in kitchen.
It is located within minutes of both Treasure Lake for power boating and Lake Bimini, which allows 9 h/p boating. It is also near the Ski Lodge and the award-winning Gold Golf Course Clubhouse. Listed at $229,000. Send me more information about Treasure Lake!
Indian River Colony Club, FL: Featuring an updated 3-BR home.
> Indian River Colony Club, Viera, FL is spotlighting a nicely updated 3-BR/2-BA home at 1486 Goldrush Avenue. This is an Austin model residence with attractive detailing such as vaulted ceilings and sun tunnels. Its oversize master suite has double sinks in the bath.
There are wood laminate floors in the living and dining room and the screened porch is equipped with a retractable awing. Indian River has 24-hour security plus an outstanding home maintenance program. Listed at $205,000. Send me more information about Indian River Colony Club!
The Cliffs at Glassy, SC: 4-BR mountain & valley view home.
> The Cliffs at Glassy, Landrum, SC presents a 4-BR/4.5-BA mountaintop home at 29 The Cliffs Parkway. In a setting that affords spectacular valley views by day and by night, this home provides private bathrooms attached to each of the three lower-level guest bedrooms.
The Cliffs at Glassy, SC: Great room, open floor plan.
Guests also have have their own adjoining recreation room and patio. A full golf membership is available to be purchased separately. Listed at $799,000. Send me more information about The Cliffs at Glassy!
DISCOVERY & STAY’N PLAY
Oldfield, SC: Come enjoy the community amenities.
> Oldfield, Okatie SC extends an invitation to experience the community on its Oldfield Discovery Package, which includes double-occupancy accommodations in a River Cottage or Carriage Home, lunch for two at Magnolia Grille or diner at the River Club.
Activities include one round of golf for two, a river cruise for two with the Oldfield River Pro, free access to the Sports Club, Equestrian Center and Outfitter’s Center plus use of kayaks and bicycles. There will be a VIP community tour with a realtor. Cost is $199/night. Send me more information about Oldfield!
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA: Hosting July 4th event.
> The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA is all set for its Independence Day Celebration at Deer Creek Club, happening this Fri., July 4, beginning at 6 p.m. There will be traditional summertime dinner fare, DJ entertainment and fireworks beginning sometime after 9 p.m. Amusements for kids include a giant bouncy house with a slide and more.
Set up your chairs and blankets; enjoy an assortment of food and beverage offerings while you wait for the fireworks Parking will be limited, so residents are asked to use golf carts and bring a flashlight. Send me more information about The Landings!
NEW LAST WEEK ON GOLFCOURSEHOME
Oldfield, SC: Private golf, equestrian community on Okatie River.
SOUTH CAROLINA
> Oldfield, Okatie Oldfield is a private, gated golf community that overlooks a spectacular horseshoe bend in the Okatie River deep in South Carolina’s legendary Lowcountry. Its 800 acres overflow with the magnificent moss-draped live oaks and dramatic marsh vistas for which this area is known. Oldfield offers the first and only Greg Norman golf course in the Lowcountry.
Members enjoy expansive views of the course from the glass and screened porches of the 13,000-sf clubhouse, with its men’s and ladies locker rooms, card rooms, bar and grill, private dining area and formal dining area. Oldfield’s Equestrian Center is a top-notch boarding and horse care facility.
Waterfront Activities: Activity on the water is a part of everyday life, and all residents share in the beautiful resource that is the Okatie River. At the Outfitters Center, the Oldfield River Pro leads residents in sea kayaking, shrimping, canoeing and fly-fishing. Community docks, boat storage and concierge boat service in and out enhance the boating experience.
Real Estate: Oldfield, SC
- Homes, priced from $500,000 to $2 million+
- Village Homes and Arrowhead Cottages, priced from $380,000 to $550,000
- Golf Cottages, priced from $475,000 to $525,000
- Lots priced from $40,000 to $500,000
- Lot sizes from one-half to one acre
- Send me more information about Oldfield!
BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
Ibis Golf & Country Club, FL: 3-BR home just $179,000.
> Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL’s 3-BR/2-BA home at 10740 Grande Boulevard is a 1,970-sf with high ceilings, arched doorways and transom windows above sliding glass doors. Listed at $179,000. Send me more info….
Mariner Sands Country Club, FL: Updated 3-BR home.
> Mariner Sands Country Club, Stuart FL’s 3-BR/3-BA golf home at 5941 Oakmont Place has a This 2,875-sf floor plan and fairway views in two directions. It has a newer tile roof and a very private setting. There are new wood floors throughout and master bath is updated. Includes a private fenced pool. Listed at $495,000. Send me more info….
Dominion Valley Country Club, VA: 4-BR home $544,995.
> Dominion Valley Country Club, Haymarket VA’s presents the 4-BR/2.5-BA and 2,524 sf Irvine-design home with a 2-story foyer and a kitchenwith a large center island and a large breakfast area, plus access to the spacious family room. Listed at $544,995. Send me more info….
Connestee Falls, NC: Mountain lakeview home w/ dock.
> Connestee Falls, Brevard NC’s 3-BR/3-BA mountain lake home at 75 Ganahenv Court has been redesigned and decorated, using crown molding, Anderson windows and doors, hickory floors and more. Outside is a private boat dock. Listed at $549,000. Send me more info….
Discovery Packages
Colleton River Plantation, SC: Visit includes golf, amenities.
> Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton SC’s Member Experience visit invites qualified potential members to enjoy lodging, golf, dining and unlimited use of the pool, tennis club, fitness facilities and the Borland Par-3 Course. For details call 843-836-4466. Send me more info….
COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
FLORIDA
> Mariner Sands Country Club, Stuart Mariner Sands Country Club is a gated, member-owned community with active and engaged residents who enjoy dramatic architecture and a full range of amenities.
TENNESSEE
> WindRiver, Lenoir City – Private, lakefront community, five miles of shoreline, Audubon Signature Course, lots from $100,000s, homes from $300,000s