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Deal OT Day: 1 of Only 4 Treasure Lake, PA Lots Available

Treasure Lake, Dubois, PA Realtor Elaine Rhodes, who fields all inquiries about Treasure Lake reports a rare opportunity to own one of just four golf course lots being made available at the nearby Beechwood Golf Course. An extra-large lot at 2.57 acres, it has a small stream and municipal water, sewage, electric and natural gas.

Included with purchase is a year’s membership at Treasure Lake which features two golf courses. Taxes on this lot are just $45.08 a year.  Send me more information about this real estate deal.

About Treasure Lake

Treasure Lake is a 9,000-acre, gated, master-planned community set amidst a canvas of lakes, forest and golf courses. Treasure Lake offers two PGA golf courses, three lakes and a relaxed lakeside llifestyle.

The community’s two courses–Silver and Gold–are both carved from varied woodland terrain and groomed to the highest standards. Each has its own clubhouse, pro shop and dining facilities. The Silver Golf Course recently hosted the Regional Qualifiers for the U.S. Open in 2011.

Amenities on Three Lakes

Treasure Lake’s 379-acre power boat lake is equipped with a fully stocked marina and 200 rental boat slips. Residents also enjoy 277-acre Lake Bimini, with its small white-sand beach and boat launch. Little Flipper Lake is a small, well-stocked lake with nature trail and picnic areas.

Those who frequent the lakes enjoy sailing, water skiing, kayaking, canoeing and fishing for bass and other local species. During the winter, skaters and ice fisherman come out to play on the lakes.

Additional Amenities & Benefits

Other activities on a long list of amenities include tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness center, beaches, parks, playgrounds, an equestrian center, cross country ski trails, a tubing hill, two restaurants and more.

Treasure Lake is located in the state of  Pennsylvania which does not tax retirement income. The Pennsylvania lottery is also retirement-friendly, with money going to help senior citizens.  Send me more information about this real estate deal.

 

Carolina Trace, NC Golf Home Just $249,800

This Carolina Trace, NC home has views of the golf green.

Carolina Trace, Sanford NC is spotlighting a golf-front home with 4-BR/3-BA and a 2-car garage for just $249,800. Spacious at approximately 2,256 sf, this one-story residence has two master suites, an open floor plan, hardwood & ceramic tile floors, built-in bookcases and a gas log fireplace in family room.


Screened porch overlooking the course.

There is recessed lighting and ceiling fans throughout. Details include a tray ceiling and crown molding in master suite. Screened porch & open deck overlook golf green. Send me more information about Carolina Trace!

About Carolina Trace

Member-owned, Carolina Trace is a private, gated country club community stretching out across 2,500 acres of rolling Carolina Sandhills.

Hardwoods, piney forest, ponds, creeks and a 315-acre lake helps define this award-winning community and its two Robert Trent Jones courses,world-class amenities and 19 distinctive neighborhoods.

Golf & Much More

Carolina Trace is distinguished by its 36 holes of golf designed by legendary architect, Robert Trent Jones, Sr.. Additional amenities include a full-service clubhouse, pro shop, tennis, fine dining, walking trails, swimming and more than 70 social activities ranging from “A” (aerobics) to “Y” (yoga).

Member-owned, Carolina Trace Country Club is a vibrant center of physical, intellectual and social life. One evening may include members taking Tango lessons in preparation for a trip to Argentina. This could be going on while others are listening to a member relate how she filmed a documentary, while still other members are in the bar enjoying a drink and cheering for their favorite team. Such diversity is what keeps members engaged and meeting new friends.

A True Sense of Community

In addition to top amenities, Carolina Trace is ideally located for people who value an active arts scene, volunteerism and enjoy varied cultural experiences.

Among the many events and opportunities residents take advantage of within minutes of Carolina Trace are Sanford’s professional theatre, year-round festivals, world-class symphony, professional, collegiate sporting events and flying lessons at Sanford’s first-class regional airport that accommodates private jets.

Prices for real estate range from $15,000 (lots) to more than $1 million. Send me more information about Carolina Trace!

Viniterra, VA Taste of New Kent Wine Festival This Weekend

Viniterra, New Kent VA and residents look forward to this Saturday’s Taste of New Kent Wine Festival on May 11, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It’s the fifth annual festival and a chance for visitors to spend the day tasting from 15 Virginia wineries on the New Kent Winery grounds.

Plus, enjoy food vendors, live music by Casper, carriage rides, and local arts & crafts vendors. Tickets are $25 in advance, $35 at the gate.  Send me more information about Viniterra!

About Viniterra

Viniterra is a growing, private neighborhood of estate homes built around a Rees Jones championship golf course, located within the innovative community of New Kent Vineyards and Winery.

The Club at Viniterra will feature its own clubhouse with extensive amenities, including full-service restaurants, men’s and ladies locker rooms and a golf teaching studio. Additional amenities include walking, biking and jogging trails, a gated community, full golf practice facility and pro shop.

New Kent Winery

The New Kent Winery is an important aspect of the Viniterra experience. The winery and vineyards offers tours, wine tasting, wine shop, private cellars, and comfortable areas for socializing and discovering new vintages.

The centerpiece of the winery is the welcoming 12,000-sf winery building which is equipped with state-of-the-art wine-making equipment from around the world.

Green Features

The Club at Viniterra golf course is maintained using environmentally sensitive practices, saving as much as 80 percent of the water consumed by traditional golf courses, and exclusively uses the grass hybrid “Celebration,” which is far more draught-resistant and requires 70 percent less water to maintain than traditional golf course sods.

Another important element that gives Viniterra its special atmosphere is the stunning architecture and the warm wood from E.T. Moore. E.T. Moore is the largest and oldest supplier of recycled and vintage fine woods in the world. Send me more information about Viniterra!

Blackstone at Vistancia, AZ Tournament Series April & May

Blackstone at Vistancia, Peoria AZ is offering an exclusive golf experience you can play. It is inviting non-members to enjoy a challenging round of golf at its private country club during the Blackstone Tournament Series in April and May.

The public is invited to attend any or all of the tournaments starting April 29 for a “Better Ball of Partners” format; May 6, “Two Best Balls of Four;” May 13, “Two Person Net Stableford;” and May 20, “One Gross Best Ball and One Net Best Ball of Four.”

Guests will enjoy golf on the extraordinary Jim Engh-designed golf course. Cost for each tournament is $85 per player and includes prizes from the Blackstone Golf Shop. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!

About Blackstone at Vistancia

Blackstone at Vistancia is a 590-acre community set within the 7,100-acre master plan of Vistancia. Upon completion, Blackstone will include approximately 500 luxury and custom homes.

The community is enveloped in an intimate, natural Sonoran desert setting, featuring spectacular mountain and golf course views. Amenities include private guard-gated entrance and neighborhood park with a half-basketball court, children’s play structure, recreational lawn and shade ramadas. Blackstone at Vistancia welcomes neighborly experiences and natural desert exploration.

Blackstone Country Club

At the heart of Blackstone at Vistancia is the community’s private Blackstone Country Club*, offering engaging and unique experiences for every member of the family. Club membership is not included with the purchase of real estate and may be obtained separately.

Named for the volcanic rock indigenous to the area, Blackstone Country Club features amenities and activities geared for enjoying a private country club lifestyle in addition to its spectacular championship golf course. The comfortable luxury found at Blackstone’s clubhouse is truly like an extension of a resident’s home. Send me more information about Blackstone at Vistancia!

Deal OT Day: Colleton River Plantation, SC Lot $59,900

Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton SC is now showing a select homesite ideally located on Great Heron Lake, the largest lake in Colleton River, and listed at $59,900, which is far below its initial price. A half-acre in size, this site is just steps away from the community dock where owners can enjoy fishing or just relaxing.

While the lot generally looks to the north at the back, owners can enjoy fine colors of the sunsets and the beauty of a natural wildlife habitat. Owner is ready to sell, expect a quick response. Send me more information about Colleton River!

About Colleton River Plantation

Private and gated, Colleton River Plantation Club is one of South Carolina’s most prestigious golf communities. Member owned and operated, it is sited on more than 1,500 acres with a low density of only 705 homesites, offering a variety of marsh, golf course, river and forest views.

Located 1.5 miles from the bridge to Hilton Head Island, Colleton is a place of great natural beauty with towering live oaks, Lowcountry marshes, tidal creeks, lakes and magnificent views of the Colleton and Chechessee Rivers as they flow into Port Royal Sound.

Two Championship Courses

The heart and soul of the Club are its two championship golf courses, designed by Jack Nicklaus and Pete Dye and both ranked by Golf Magazine’s “Top 100 Greatest Courses in the U.S.” And, if you enjoy tennis, swimming, hiking, biking, fishing, and boating, it’s all here.

There’s also fine and casual dining at two clubhouses, a Golf Learning Academy, a member library, art classes, a community dock, even a social community for dogs.

Real Estate

Over 300 homes and cottages have already been built at Colleton River Plantation and are occupied full- or part-time by members from around the world.

Choose from waterfront homes with deep-water docks on the Colleton River, homes adjacent to natural lagoons, homes overlooking the golf courses, or homes with views of the river and the ever-changing salt marshes. Several multi-unit cottages are also available for members and their guests.

Wooded homesites feature beautiful single-family homes with diverse architecture that blends gracefully into the elegance of the surrounding land.  Send me more information about Colleton River!

The Links at Gettysburg, PA May Golf Specials

The Links at Gettysburg, Fayetteville PA is running attractive May Day specials on select days this month. Play 18 championship holes for only $47 before 2 p.m. get that same privilege for just $40 after 2 p.m. Send me more information about The Links at Gettysburg!

About The Links at Gettysburg

The Links at Gettysburg is a master-planned golf community being developed by Wormald Homes in Fayetteville near Gettysburg, PA. The golf course by Lindsay Ervin and Steve Klein has developed a loyal following and earned four-star status from Golf Digest, plus a Must-Play rating from Golfstyles magazine.

The Links at Gettysburg features elevated tee boxes with precise landing areas, 14 lakes and streams, indigenous, red-rock canyons and massive, swift, sloping greens. It is home to the Duramed Championship on the Futures Tour—where emerging LPGA stars compete.

Award-Winning Cuisine

The community’s Premier Clubhouse can accommodate up to 250 guests inside. It is designed for indoor-outdoor entertaining, with tents and tables positioned on a triple-tiered stone patio overlooking the 18th fairway and green.

The Links At Gettysburg operates a serious culinary program from its main clubhouse, overseen by the award-winning executive Chef George Keeney. The Red Rock Grille serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, specializing in grilled foods with a full bar. Indoor and outdoor seating offers spectacular course and mountain views.

New Manor Homes

The Links at Gettysburg is currently featuring its new Manor Homes in the French country style set along its 4.5-star rated golf course. These single-family homes have first-floor or second-floor owner’s suites and decorator specials, such as coffered and tray ceilings, spacious two-story entrance halls, fireplaces and stainless kitchen appliances.

The homes start in the $300,000s and feature open floor plans with gourmet island kitchens open to the dining and great room areas, wine room and more.

A special lock-up-and-go maintenance program includes lawn mowing, snow and leaf removal. An automatic in-ground sprinkler system on every lot is standard. Send me more information about The Links at Gettysburg!

Deal OT Day: Red Ledges Discovery Package $495/Couple

Red Ledges, Heber City, UT has a new Discovery Package introducing buyers to the community’s stellar location in the Wasatch Mountains just outside of Park City, Utah.

The package includes 3 days and 2 nights in a luxurious Mountain Cottage and a round of golf for two on the club’s Jack Nicklaus Signature course.

Also include are a dinner for two at the Juniper Grill, use of the Swim and Fitness Club, use of the Cliff Drysdale Tennis Facility and a private tour of community. Cost is $495/couple. Send me more information about Red Ledges!

About Red Ledges

Red Ledges is a private four-season mountain golf community near Park City, Utah, that combines a Western luxury lifestyle with a full suite of recreational amenities. Within the sprawling 2,000 acre community is an award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, his equally highcaliber 9-hole short course and on-site equestrian center.

With a Jim McLean Golf School, and a new Cliff Drysdale Tennis School in full swing, Red Ledges members and guests stay on top of their games with instruction from the world’s best.

Mountain Golf & Homes

The stunning natural terrain at Red Ledges provided the ideal palette for Jack Nicklaus to craft 18 holes of mountain golf that wind through cedar-lined canyons, along dramatic red rock cliffs and atop plateaus with breathtaking vistas at every turn.

These mountain views are also available via affordable home ownership through Red Ledges’ collection of mountain villas, cottage homes and The Heights.

Homes at Red Ledges are designed to complement the rugged beauty of the surrounding high country terrain, along with estate-sized homesites that provide inspiring mountain, valley or golf course views. Lots begin at $195,000 and homes range from $495,000 to $2 million and up. Send me more information about Red Ledges!

Fiddler's Creek. FL Strong Sales Prompts Builders to Begin Construction

Fiddler's Creek, FL enjoys demand for new homes.

Fiddler’s Creek, Naples, FL Strong sales activity in Fiddler’s Creek has prompted three well-respected preferred homebuilders to begin construction on several more new homes there. Pre-construction residences at Fiddler’s Creek currently start in the $300,000s and are being offered by D.R. Horton, Lennar Homes and Stock Construction. These homebuilders are building in several distinctive villages, each of which will feature new luxury homes ready for next season. Send me more information about Fiddler’s Creek!

About Fiddler's Creek

Fiddler’s Creek is an award-wining private, master-planned residential community located just off Collier Boulevard between Naples and Marco Island. Among its many accolades is its selection as the “Best Community” in the Southwest Florida Readers’ Choice Awards.

Fiddler’s Creek stretches out over nearly 4,000 acres and will ultimately have 6,000 residences. With a density of just 1.6 homes per gross acre, Fiddler’s Creek will have about 100 distinct neighborhoods upon completion. Less than a third of the land will be developed, while the rest is dedicated to nature reserves, lakes, parks, golf courses and recreational areas.

Golf & Beach Club

Amenities at Fiddler’s Creek include the 54,000-sf club & spa, fitness center, multi-pool swimming complex, tennis courts, tot lot and restaurants as well as an extensive social calendar for the entire family.

Residents also have an opportunity to join The Golf Club, ranked in Golfweek‘s ’100 Best Residential Golf Courses’ in the United States for the eighth consecutive year, and The Tarpon Club, offering a desirable beach and boating lifestyle. Fiddler’s Creek has also been awarded the 2012 Sand
Dollar Award as “Community of the Year” by the Collier Building Industry Association (CBIA).

The Tarpon Club at Fiddler’s Creek

Residents seeking the beach and boating lifestyle can join the Tarpon Club. Located just down the road in the Isles of Capri, the Tarpon Club features a full-service marina, beach pavilion at Marco Beach Ocean Resort, luxurious resort and spa privileges and much more.

The Tarpon Club Marina is centrally located on the Isles of Capri, providing direct boating access to the Gulf of Mexico and scenic backwaters. The Tarpon Club Marina accommodates approximately 140 boats up to 36 feet in length.

A Full-Service Marina

The marina offers wet slips and a fully covered and enclosed dry storage, providing boaters with protection from the sun, rain and wind.

All wet slips within The Tarpon Club Marina are available for rental to the general public on a
first-come, first-served basis. Other services include complimentary ice and boat fuel upon request, unlimited one-hour advance pre-launch, and upon your return boat removal from water, engine flush and rinse.

Fidder’s Creek offers a wide variety of homes for sale. Send me more information about Fiddler’s Creek!

 

Boca Woods Country Club, FL Sees Increased Sales

Boca Woods Country Club, Boca Raton FL is reporting significant gains in real estate activity, building over a lengthy period. Sales have been completed on nearly 100 homes in the past two years.

The increase in sales has also created a shift in demographics by adding families from all over the U.S. and worldwide. The Club’s improvement plans and various marketing programs have been effective in attracting new and diverse members. Boca Woods expects strong home sales trend to continue in 2013.  Send me more information about Boca Woods!

About Boca Woods County Club

Founded in 1981, Boca Woods is a private, gated club community located in Boca Raton. Boca Woods offers an upscale and active lifestyle in a relaxed and comfortable country club setting.

Recognized for its 36 holes of newly renovated championship golf, Boca Woods also has an elegant clubhouse for dining and socializing. As a result of mandatory membership, the club has great fiscal strength and enjoys an enviable financial position among South Florida country clubs.

Challenging Golf

With only 530 golf members and two challenging 18-hole golf courses, Boca Woods offers two of the lowest-density, private courses in south Palm Beach County. Members can choose to play from six sets of tees and enjoy pristine conditions and the option to have their own golf cart.

The Woods Course, designed by legendary architect, Joe Lee, and the Lakes Course designed by Karl Litten, have been completely renovated with the help of renowned golf course architect, Kipp Schulties.

The courses are quite different, but equally challenging, so that both high and low handicappers can enjoy play. The newly designed practice facilities include an expansive driving range, practice green, sand bunker and chipping area. An experienced PGA staff offers year-round tournaments, interclub competition, golf instruction and free weekly clinics.

Tennis

Members also enjoy eight championship Har Tru clay tennis courts, year-round league play, socials and
round-robin mixers all organized by the USPTA Director of Tennis. A new hitting wall, remote ball machine, complimentary weekly clinics and private and group instruction make training and learning fun.

Fitness

Members workout in the club’s fitness facility which is replete with state-of-the-art equipment, a cardio studio, and an outdoor heated swimming pool. An experienced staff, managed by a Certified Training Director, helps members achieve their fitness goals with a variety of exercise options that utilize the latest equipment and fitness trends. 

 

Venice Golf & Country Club, FL Wins Environmental Status

Venice Golf & Country Club, Venice FL has been recognized by the international Golf Environment Organization (GEO) as “an outstanding example of environmentally sensitive golf” and a leader in sustainable environmental practices, both locally and internationally.

This achievement is the culmination of 10 years of extensive environmental efforts by club management, and distinguishes Venice Golf & C.C. one of only four GEO Certified golf courses in the U.S. In particular the club was cited for Wetland Restoration, Renewable Energy and Innovative Water Solutions. Send me more information about Venice Golf & Country Club!

About Venice Golf & Country Club

The Venice Golf & Country Club sits on 460 tropical acres in a private, gated setting in Venice, FL.  Residents enjoy an active country club lifestyle with formal, casual and outdoor dining, a fully equipped
fitness and aquatics center, and a full calendar of social events.

Tennis enthusiasts play on four Har-Tru courts and participate in an active calendar of round robins, league play and special events.

As a member-owned golf club, this financially sound community will always maintain the highest standards for lifestyle, security and value.

Golf by Ted McAnlis

The 18-hole course at Venice Golf & Country Club was designed by Ted McAnlis. An excellent test with water features on 10 holes, the course plays to a par 72. Five sets of tees, ranging in length from 5,094 yards to 6,747 yards, offer exceptional golf for all levels of playing ability.

Rolling fairways and sloped greens combine to create a series of challenging holes and give the strategy player the option of playing around or hitting over a hazard.

Real Estate Options

The Venice Golf & Country Club features 587 single-family homes set upon 460 acres. Homes offer golf, lake and preserve views. Prices begin at $250,000.

Homeowners must hold a social, tennis or golf membership. Rentals are available for vacation and an opportunity to experience the club prior to purchase.  Send me more information about Venice Golf & Country Club!