NEW COMMUNITIES Newsletter
Vol. 12, No. 567 Tuesday, November 30, 2010 Circ. 28,710
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The Georgia Club, GA: Food bank program wins award.
Today's Headlines
* Deals and Specials of the Week
* Special Community Events
* Community News and Updates
* Best Real Estate Deals of 2010
* Florida Real Estate Deals
* Best Stay 'n Play Deals of 2010
* Recently Added to GolfCourseHome & WaterviewHome
* This Month's Spotlighted Communities
* New Communities Coming Online Soon!
* Watch for our next issue, coming Friday, December 3rd!
Good Morning! Christmas packages, events, award-winning news and a Florida section of Deals are all in the spotlight today. See below for details!
DEALS AND SPECIALS OF THE WEEK
> Indian River Colony Club, Melbourne FL’s limited-time Golf Getaway Package includes 2 nights in a nearby hotel, community tour, a round of golf on Indian River’s championship course and dinner at private At Ease Club. Price for 3 days/2 nights is only $99. Click here for more information about Indian River Colony Club.
> Casa Del Lago, Dominican Republic's Christmas Stay' n Play includes 2 nights lodging at Casa Del Lago, 2 rounds of golf, plus a Day Pass at the Costa Caribe beach hotel and casino. Click here for more infornation about Casa del Lago.
> Sailfish Point, Stuart, FL's 3-day/2-night Yacht & Play puts your yacht in the community marina and you on the community's Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Acquaint yourself with this amenity rich, island community and enjoy lunches, dinners, use of amenities, real estate tour and more. $699/couple plus tax. Click here for more information about Sailfish Point.
> The Reserve at Lake Keowee, Greenville SC through its Life on Lake Keowee blog, chronicles three special experiences in this, its 10th Anniversary season. A video compilation of this milestone, and what it means to The Reserve and its members, went on view. Also, the Village Center (encompassing The Great Lawn, The Market, Post Office, Founders Hall, and the Marina) recently served as center stage for a community block party with live music, enjoyed by more than 100 members. Click here for more information about The Reserve at Lake Keowee!
> The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA gets the holiday season underway with a week of festive dinners at the Marshwood neighborhood each night Dec 1- 5. Evenings begin with passed hors d'oeuvres and a member bar in the Skidaway Grill, followed by dinner in the Magnolia Room. Dress is black tie optional. On Tue.-Wed., Dec. 7-8 it’s the annual Holly Ball, at the Plantation neighborhood, featuring gourmet dinner and dancing with the Swingtime Orchestra. Click here for more information about The Landings!
> The Georgia Club, GA and its not-for-profit Georgia Club Foundation were honored to accept the state's Outstanding Top Educational Patron Award, sponsored by the Georgia Association of Elementary School Principals. The award was based on the Foundation's work—including a food bank program—making a difference in the Barrow County Community. Click here for more information about The Georgia Club!
> The Communities at Branson Creek, Hollister MO received a high honor from Golfweek magazine when two of its golf courses were named to the magazine’s list of Best New Courses for 2010. Payne Stewart Golf Club (designed by Chuck Smith) and John Daly's Murder Rock Golf and Country Club were honored by hundreds of "Golfweek's Best" raters, who visited and reviewed courses around the U.S. Click here for more information about Branson Creek!
> Carolina Country Club, Spartanburg, SC recently announced the hiring of Stuart Partin as its new Food and Beverage Director / Executive Chef. Partin began his duties with a creatively presented Thanksgiving Day buffet, and is hard at work with his staff on the club’s Christmas Candlelight Dinner. Click here for more information about Carolina Country Club!
BEST DEALS OF 2010
> The Owners Club at Hilton Head, SC’s unlimited, cart-fee-only golf, with no restrictions for share holders on 8 championship courses at five different Hilton Head plantations: Indigo Run, Hilton Head Plantation, Palmetto Hall, Port Royal Plantation, Shipyard Plantation. Cart fee is always $30 any day of the year. Send me more info…
> Teton Springs, Victor ID’s latest alert to buyers highlights a four-bedroom, four-bath custom home that has just been approved for short sale at a price of just $585,000. With 4,000 s.f. of finished space, this is one of the best per-SF deals you’ll see, especially against the backdrop of 780-acre Teton Springs. Send me more info…
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC’s new product line, The Signature Series, starts in the low $400,000s for homes on wooded homesites, and the low $500,000s for lakefront homes. Four builders are available to work with. Send me more info...
> The Communities at Branson Creek, Hollister MO’s has standout values on 4 remaining homes in Fieldstone Bluffs section, listed from the low $200,000s. Also, a half-acre “hot lot,” at $34,500, whose buyer would get Murder Rock G.C.membership and Branson Creek course discounts. Send me more info…
> Savannah Lakes Village, McCormick SC’s reduction on a prestigious golf home is cut by $60,000 to $429,000. Home, which enjoys views of entire first hole, has 4BR, 3 baths in 2,800 SF. Bonus area upstairs has LR, BR and a full bath. Send me more info…
> Hills Quarter, Irvington, VA's featured homesite in the St John’s neighborhood is Lot 21, priced at just $80,000 with a premium golf course view and proximity to all community and area amenities. Send me more info...
> Achasta, Dahlonega, GA’s Deal of the Decade pricing special means homesites can be purchased at prices nearly 35 percent less than previously quoted. A nearly three-quarter acre homesite with expansive views of the North Georgia mountains, that closes before Dec. 31 can be purchased for $145,600. Send me more info…
> Solivita, Poinciana FL’s year-end Inventory Blowout Sale gives property buyers an average of $55,000 in savings per model--plus all closing costs are waived for the buyer. Some 30 new homes must be sold and delivered by Dec. 30, when sale ends. Send me more info…
> GlenLakes Golf & Country Club, Weeki Wachee, FL's “Steal of a Deal” featuring home price reductions below builder cost. Savings of up to 40% on brand new builder inventory homes with many luxury features. Homes are located throughout our GlenLakes' landscaped neighborhoods and are available for immediate occupancy. Send me more info....
> SummerGlen, Ocala, FL's $5,000 in free options and up to one year to start construction on your new home for any new homes sold in October, 2010. Free option and upgrade choices would include granite countertops, upgraded kitchen cabinetry, garage extension, hardwood flooring and a golf cart garage. Send me more info...
> PGA Village Verano, Port St. Lucie, FL’s move-in-ready villa for $149,990. Featuring 2 BR/2 BAs and a 2-car garage in a single-story layout, this Amelia design villa has 10-foot ceilings, walk-in closets and gourmet kitchen. Send me more info.....
> Oyster Bay Harbour, Fernandina Beach, FL's attractive Lot & Boat Slip Special, priced at $199,000. The price includes a beautiful Live Oak wooded lot and a 40-foot boat slip in the marina, plus free membership to the Oyster Bay Yacht Club, a $3,500 value. Favorable financing terms are an added incentive—put 25% down and pay only 3% interest for 3 years... Send me more info...
> Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Stuart, FL's waiver from paying dues for 12 months--an $8,800 value--for the first 10 purchasers of property at the community after Oct. 1. A new purchaser will also have the option of paying the membership equity fee over time with no interest. Send me more info.....
> Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart, FL’s price reduction to $345,000 from $399,000 on a 3BR/3-BA home that features a spacious living room which opens onto a large covered lanai. Also included is a built-in entertainment center and swimming pool. Send me more info….
>> Discovery & Stay'n Play Deals
> Forest Dunes, Roscommon, MI’s Couples Package comes wrapped up with champagne, candles and chocolates. Stay one or two nights in a well-appointed luxury home complete with concierge service. Enjoy unlimited access to cross country ski and snowshoe trails. Rates, per couple, range from $149 to $169 for one night and from $199 to $219 for two nights. Send me more info....
> Sailfish Point, Stuart, FL's 3-day/2-night Yacht & Play puts your yacht in the community marina and you on the community's Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Acquaint yourself with this amenity rich, island community and enjoy lunches, dinners, use of amenities, real estate tour and more. $699/couple plus tax. Send me more info....
> Indian River Colony Club, Melbourne FL’s limited-time golf Getaway Package includes 2 nights in a nearby hotel, community tour, a round of golf on Indian River’s championship course and dinner at private At Ease Club. Price for 3 days/2 nights only $99. Send me more info…
> Casa Del Lago, Dominican Republic's Christmas Stay' n Play includes 2 nights lodging at Casa Del Lago, 2 rounds of golf, plus a Day Pass at the Costa Caribe beach hotel and casino. Send me more info...
> Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club, FL’s special pricing on its Stay & Play visitation-vacations in the warm Florida air means luxurious accommodations in three-bedroom, two- bath club villas, which overlook the 18th green of the golf course and the spectacular 32,000-square-foot clubhouse. Send me more info…
> Savannah Quarters, Savannah GA’s Visitation Package is available exclusively for subscribers to the GolfCourseHome newsletter, for just $99, discounted from the original rate of $199. Take advantage of this 3-day/2-night Discovery Getaway, which includes a community tour and lodging in Historic Savannah. Send me more info...
> The Reserve at Lake Keowee, Greenville SC’s Discover Real Estate guest packages start at $145, including up to $200 in club credits. Stay in Village Guest House and get two rounds of golf, half-day boat rental, lunch at The Market, dinner at the Orchard House and golf pro shop merchandise. Send me more info...
> Heritage Shores, Bridgeville DE’s November golf special for members bringing guests this month provides the special rate of just $25 any time. Send me more info…
> Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, GA’s Ultimate Golf vacation features accommodations in your choice of luxury cottages or condos. Comes with breakfast buffet daily, one round of golf per night access to practice areas and a dozen TaylorMade golf balls. Cost per person is $249. Send me more info…
> Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, GA’s Cottage Getaway, valid thru Dec. 31, starts at $330 per night. Stay in a cottage on Lake Oconee or other luxury lodgings. Enjoy daily breakfast at the Plantation Grille, and dining in several different venues. Daily housekeeping included. Send me more info …
> Ballyhack Golf Club, Roanoke, VA's Stay & Play at Ballyhack special. Package includes an overnight stay in one of the club’s well-appointed golf course cottages, with two days of unlimited golf, dinner and a membership information package. Up to 4 people in a group permitted. Package price: $399/pp. Send me more info....
> Anderson Creek Club, Spring Lake, NC’s Vacation Inspection Program lets visitors tour the community and play its Davis Love III-designed golf course. Priced from just $94 per night, package includes deluxe accommodations, breakfast, property tour and golf for two. Send me more info...
> Cummings Cove Golf & Country Club, Hendersonville, NC’s Autumn Golf Special in time for prime foliage viewing. Four can play for the price of three and enjoy 50-mile Blue Ridge Mountain views with fall colors in the higher elevations. Send me more info…
> Brunswick Forest, Leland, NC’s 3-day/2-night $179 Getaway Packages include luxury accommodations for two, golf at Cape Fear National, privileges at the community’s 18,000-sf Fitness and Wellness Center and FallFest food and fun events. Tour the community to see limited-time incentives for homesites beginning at $75,000. Send me more info…
> Indian River Colony Club, Viera, FL's Getaway Package for 3 days/2 nights, just $99, includes a round of golf for two and dinner at the community’s private At Ease Club. Tour will be hosted by an Indian River Colony Club resident. Send me more info....
> The Links at Gettysburg, Mt. Joy Township, PA’s reduced green fees to its winter rate early. Monday through Thursday rate is $40, or play on weekends until noon for $47 and after 12 p.m. for $40. The popular 4-for-the-price-of- 3 coupon remains available. Send me more info...
RECENTLY ADDED TO GOLFCOURSEHOME.NET
GEORGIA
=> Savannah Quarters, Savannah
Golf by Greg Norman, minutes from Savannah, swim and fitness center, home from the $140,000s
NORTH CAROLINA
=> Rock Barn Golf & Spa, Conover
36 holes of golf, spa, fitness center, aquatics, equestrian center, homes from $399,000
MASSACHUSETTS
=> Willowbend Country Club, Mashpee
27-hole golf course, world-class tennis, pool, fitness, spa, gourmet dining, villa condos from $275,000
=> The Villages at Brookside, Bourne
Championship golf, clubhouse and grille, Cape beaches, “green” construction homes from $345,000
=> The Residences at Black Rock, Hingham
Master-planned community with private golf, grand clubhouse, homes from $950,000
MICHIGAN
=> Forest Dunes Country Club, Roscommon
Lodge-style clubhouse, Tom Weiskopf Signature golf course, fishing, homes from $259,000
FLORIDA
=> Solivita. Poinciana
55+ community, 36 holes, two clubhouses, fitness, aquatics, homes from the mid-$100,000s
RECENTLY ADDED TO WATERVIEWHOME.NET
NORTH CAROLINA
=> River Dunes, Oriental
State-of-the-art marina complex, guest cottages, Harbor Club, trails, walking/jogging paths, homes from the $600,000s
FLORIDA
=> Bellalago, Kissimmee
Atlantic access through 22,700-acre Lake Toho, two vast clubhouses, homes from the $100,000s
=> Indian River Colony Club, Viera
Championship golf, 55-plus, security, lakeside and fairway homes from the low-$100,000s
THIS MONTH'S SPOTLIGHTED COMMUNITIES
These communities are now featured in the GolfCourseHome Home Page Spotlight. See below for names, locations and links.
Branson Creek, Hollister, Missouri
Isleworth, Windermere, Florida
Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, Georgia
River Wilderness, Parrish, Florida
Horn Rapids, Richland, Washington
NEW COMMUNITIES COMING ONLINE SOON!
GolfCourseHome
* Moss Creek, SC
* Watersong, FL
* Tesoro, FL
* River Landing, NC
* Farm Neck Golf Club, MA
* Terravita, AZ
