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Boca Woods Country Club, FL Opens New Golf Complex

Boca Woods Country Club, Boca Raton FL recently held the grand opening of its brand-new golf practice and coaching complex. The new range and scoring-shot practice area are stocked with high quality Titleist NXT practice balls at no extra charge to members and guests.

The extra-wide range design features an expansive double-tier practice area seeded with lush paspalum grass. The redesigned practice putting and chipping greens feature MiniVerde ultradwarf Bermuda turfgrass and fresh sand in the practice bunker. Free clinics are offered weekly.  Send me more information about Boca Woods!

About Boca Woods Country 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 TrainingDirector, helps members achieve their fitness goals with a variety of exercise options that utilize the latest equipment and fitness trends.  Send me more information about Boca Woods!

Deal OT Day: New Listing at Savannah Quarters, GA

Savannah Quarters, Savannah GA has a new listing at 164 Hamilton Grove Drive on the market for just $209,500. This 4-BR/2.5-BA, 2,590-sf home shows like a model and is move-in ready.

Built according to a new plan just released by Centex Homes, it features a loft, master suite on the main floor, a study with French doors, a formal dining room, hardwood flooring, an island in the kitchen and a great room for everyday relaxing. Send me more information about Savannah Quarters!

About Savannah Quarters

Savannah Quarters is putting the spotlight on its new private, gated neighborhood of Westbrook at Savannah Quarters. Westbrook is nestled within the Savannah Quarters Country Club which features an 18-hole Greg Norman Signature Golf Course, highlighted by a 15th hole island green.

Lavish Amenities

Residents take advantage of the Savannah Quarters Country Club which features a wide array of amenities beginning with its 29,000-sf clubhouse.

The clubhouse is the club’s social center and features an elegant Golf Grille, a wine room for intimate dining and private events. In addition to a lavishly-appointed main dining room, members also enjoy men’s and women’s locker rooms, golf pro shop and numerous member clubs and activities.

Families hang out at the swim and fitness center, featuring two interconnecting swimming pools—a lap pool and a splash pool—complete with a towering 100-foot waterslide. A covered pavilion serves as the perfect setting for family gatherings and private events.

Real Estate

The residential areas of Savannah Quarters are being developed by SunCal, where over 75 years of commitment and experience have made it one of the largest privately held developers of master-planned and mixed-use communities in the United States.

The 2,600 acres of master-planned residential and commercial development at Savannah Quarters offers several neighborhood quarters, including Westbrook, Easthaven and The Village.

Westbrook at Savannah Quarters is a private, gated, golf community with maintenance-free townhomes, villas, custom homes, and home sites. Send me more information about Savannah Quarters!

New Woodlands Home at Ibis Golf & Country Club

Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL reports that national home builder D.R. Horton has started sales efforts for its new homes in The Woodlands community of Ibis Golf & Country Club. Surrounded by the Grassy Waters Nature Preserve, the Woodlands will consist of 98 homes with views overlooking the beauty of the preserve.

Buyers may choose from a number of floor plans, ranging in size from 2,500 to 4,400 sf.  Prices for the newly constructed homes will start in the mid-$400,000s. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!

About Ibis Golf & Country Club

Ibis Golf & Country Club offers all the benefits and conveniences of living in Palm Beach County, while still remaining an oasis of tranquility, bordered by natural beauty. The community offers three Nicklaus family-designed golf courses, including the acclaimed Legend course developed by golfing great Jack Nicklaus.

While the superb quality of the golf initially draws many to Ibis, it is the extraordinary quality of life (what they refer to as the Ibis Experience) that makes its multi-generational membership well satisfied.

33 Diverse Neighborhoods

The established gated community has 33 diverse neighborhoods, with architecturally beautiful homes, all in a manicured setting. The property borders the Grassy Waters Nature Preserve, with quiet streets, ample green space, lakes and nature trails.

Ibis Golf & Country Club residents enjoy an active country club lifestyle consisting of sports programs, an award-winning Mediterranean-style clubhouse, various dining options, upscale amenities and a variety of social activities.

Beaches, boating, fishing, shopping, and varied dining opportunities are all within minutes of Ibis. The Gardens Mall offers a wide variety of stores, including Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, and Tiffany & Co.

Ibis residents enjoy movies and lunch at Downtown at the Gardens, or catch a play at the Eissey Theatre. Local fare can be sampled at restaurants in nearby Legacy Place or Midtown at the Gardens, while Sailfish Marina offers sunset cruises.

An Equity Club

Ibis Ibis Golf & Country Club is an equity club owned by the members, who are justifiably proud of their spectacular amenities, unsurpassed lifestyle, and well-earned reputation. The much-awarded club was recently named the Sunshine state’s 2012 Community of the Year by the Florida Communities of Excellence Awards.

Nearby Palm Beach International Airport, I-95 and the Florida Turnpike all make travel easy. Within a short drive is the famous island of Palm Beach, the stunning beaches of Singer Island, and West Palm Beach’s historic downtown and waterfront. The international equestrian and polo communities of Wellington are also within 20 minutes.  Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!

Deal OT Day: St. James Plantation 3-Day/2 Night Discovery Deal

St. James Plantation, Southport, NC, a private golf and marina community on the North Carolina coast invites to visit on its 3-day/2-night Discovery Preview Package.

Your mini-vacation for two includes accommodations, round of golf for two or dinner for two, VIP Tour of community, access to amenities, including beach club, clubhouses, tennis, swimming and time to xplore historic neighboring towns of Southport and Wilmington. Cost: $149/couple. Send me more information about St. James Plantation!

About St. James Plantation

St. James Plantation is a private, gated golf and marina community ideally located along the North Carolina coast. Covering a vast area of 6,000 acres, this family focused community offers a wide selection of prime real estate, championship golf, private beach club and full-service marina.

The golfer is well served at St. James Plantation with 81 holes of championship golf designed by some of the biggest names in the game.  The Reserve Club joins three exciting golf clubs already in play at St. James Plantation.

The original clubs and courses: The Founders Club, featuring an 18-hole championship course designed by P. B. Dye; The Members Club, an 18-hole Hale Irwin Signature Course and The Players Club, which features 18 holes of beautifully laid out golf and challenging bunkers designed by native Carolinian Tim Cate.

Waterfront Lifestyle

St. James’ marina is surrounded by natural salt marshes and bordered by the Intracoastal Waterway. It is a gathering place for those who love the water, and features a fresh market grocery and al fresco dining on the boardwalk at Thommy Thompson’s. The marina also offers complete waterfront services including dry-stack boat storage.

The community’s Intracoastal Waterway location is further enhanced by easy access to its walking and fitness trails, shaded pavilion for picnics and pier for crabbing. The St. James Plantation private beach club is known as “St. James by the Sea.” This exclusive oceanfront club features a gazebo, old-fashioned boardwalk, showers, changing-rooms and private parking facilities.

Real Estate

St. James Plantation has an extensive selection of lots, single-family custom homes, patio homes, condominiums and townhomes. Send me more information about St. James Plantation!

PGA Village Inventory Shrinking: Featured Home in Castle Pines

PGA Village, Port St. Lucie FL is informing interested home buyers that its inventory of available properties, as in many parts of the country, is shrinking.

A current featured property is a 2- to 3-BR townhome in the Castle Pines neighborhood, priced at $155,000. This home is fully furnished and in walking distance of the Castle Pines resort pool. Send me more information about PGA Village!

About PGA Village

PGA Village™ is the 2,700-acre home of The Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA), offering distinctive neighborhoods by Kolter Property Company, three golf courses, two clubs and an innovative and wide-ranging learning facility.

Located just 40 minutes north of West Palm Beach and 90 minutes south of Orlando, PGA Village also offers an 18,000-sf Community Center and Fitness Facility, swimming pool, five lighted Har-Tru tennis courts and casual and fine dining.

Double Benefits

The partnership between the PGA and Kolter delivers a double set of benefits when you purchase a PGA Village™ home. You enjoy the best of golf resort living without the burden of annual dues, equity or
initiation fees.

Furthermore, you can step outside your door and play on three challenging Tom Fazio or Pete Dye golf courses at The PGA Golf Club.™ Or, you can elect to join the The Legacy, a private equity club featuring 18 holes by George Fazio.

PGA Learning Center™

A major component of PGA Village™ is The PGA Learning Center™. The Center offers the only PGA of America Golf Schools™ with programs ranging from one to three days that were created by The PGA Teaching Department. The staff are qualified PGA Professionals who offer all levels of instruction including clinics and private lessons.

The PGA’s signature clock tower sits atop the 12,000-sf Welcome Center which includes PGA Golf Shop, Learning Center for PGA Golf School and seminars.

Practice In Style

In addition, there are more than 100 private practice stations with Tifway 419 Bermuda turf grass where players hit to landing areas with practice fairways and target greens, bunkers for fairway and green-side recovery shot practice and short game scoring area.

The short game area is a complete situation landscape that includes a 5,000-sf 18-hole putting course, 7,000-sf practice putting green, four private teaching amphitheaters, three-hole teaching course and more. For more information about The PGA of America Golf Schools™, call 1-800-800-GOLF (4653). Send me more information about PGA Village!

Aberdeen Country Club, FL Round Robin & Cocktail Reception 4/9

Aberdeen Country Club, Boynton Beach FL is planning a Sunset Round Robin & Cocktail Reception at its Tennis Center on Tue., April 9 beginning at 4 p.m. During play of the round robin there will be courtside refreshments, including hot and cold hors d’oeuvres.

Prizes for the winners will be handed out and a cash bar will be in service during the Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!

About Aberdeen Country Club

Aberdeen Golf & Country Club is a private, award-winning golf community located in west Boynton Beach in south central Palm Beach County.

Featuring 1,400 acres of magnificent lakes, fairways, and homesites, the community is near Florida’s Turnpike. Palm Beach International Airport is just 15 miles away and 42 miles from Ft. Lauderdale International Airport.

Varied Neighborhoods

Nineteen subdivisions consist of beautiful, well-constructed, well-maintained coach homes, villas and single-family homes. Most enjoy golf course and/or lake views. Residences range from 1,500 sf to over 4,000 sf. There are a variety of membership options available to meet the needs of potential members, ranging from social membership to premier full option memberships.

Aberdeen has both individual Homeowners’ Associations (HOA) and a master Property Owners Association (POA) which manages all the common areas.

Real Estate Options

Condominiums and patio home neighborhoods at Aberdeen Golf & Country Club offer bright and open floor plans. Both villages are within walking distance to the Aberdeen Country Club. Golf and lake views are abundant. All the buildings are maintained for easy living.

Single-family homes at Aberdeen provide one of the best values of any country club community in South Florida. All the sections are meticulously maintained and always being groomed.

As with its villa counterparts, the single-family-home villages offer a wide variety of amenities for its residents. Parties, outings and making great neighbors are all an important part of the village lifestyle. Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!

Deal OT Day: 4BR Home w/ 1st Floor MBR, Fireplace, Garage

Colonial Heritage, Williamsburg VA, a 55-plus golf community, is featuring a single-family home at 4719 Newport Forest for $289,000. This 4-BR/3-BA home has hardwood floors, a fireplace, one-car garage and a master bedroom with a pleasing woodland view on the first floor.

The great room is spacious with a vaulted ceiling and a pass-through to the breakfast nook. Bonus features include a large loft, sunroom and unfinished walk-out basement. Send me more information about Colonial Heritage!

About Colonial Heritage

Colonial Heritage is Williamsburg’s only gated golf community for adults 55 and up. It is rated as a “Top 50 Best Master-Planned Community in the U.S.,” by Where to Retire Magazine. World-class amenities include an Arthur Hills championship golf course, 25,000-sf clubhouse, complete fitness center with tennis and swimming and more.

Residents have a scenic and sporty Arthur Hills championship golf course waiting outside their door. This 170-acre pearl, opened in 2006, winds its way through the neighborhoods of Colonial Heritage offering prime views of its well-groomed fairways.

Clubhouse & Clubs

The smartly designed Heritage Clubhouse is a hub of recreational, social and cultural activities for residents. Hobby and special interest clubs will meet in this impressive, 25,000-sf facility.

Nearby is the community’s 7,500-sf Athletic Club. It’s loaded with exercise options, from water aerobics in the indoor pool to a stimulating workout at the Fitness Center. Afterward there is shaded space for reading and relaxing by the outdoor pool.

Colonial Williamsburg Nearby

With its mild, four-season climate and friendly atmosphere, Colonial Heritage and its locale rank among the most desirable places for active adults on the East Coast.

Colonial Heritage is located minutes from the historic charm of Colonial Williamsburg and is close to great shopping, excellent healthcare facilities and the cultural opportunities of College of William & Mary and other landmark institutions.

Real Estate

Prices for real estate at Colonial Heritage start at $225,000. Send me more information about Colonial Heritage!

The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA 3 Day/ 2 Night Discovery Visit

The Landings, Skidaway Island, GA announces its new Discovery Visit package for 3 days/2 nights. Complete package includes the following:

• Accommodations in a Landings home
• Unlimited access to The Landings fitness center, pools and tennis center
• One round of golf per person or a scenic boat ride for two
• Complimentary use of bikes to explore the island
• $50 Club Dining certificate
• Personalized real estate tour of the amenities and community
• Cost: $249 per couple
• Send me more information about The Landings Discovery Package!

About The Landings

Set upon a 6,500-acre island, The Landings on Skidaway Island is an award-winning private, gated community located in historic Savannah about 12 miles from the city’s downtown and riverfront. Offering six championship golf courses and two deep-water marinas, The Landings is bordered by the Delegal Creek, the Wilmington and Moon Rivers and the Intracoastal Waterway.

Known for its warm sense of community, The Landings on Skidaway Island is a recipient of the Urban Land Institute’s coveted Award for Excellence.

Award-Winning Tennis Facilities

Tennis is big at The Landings on Skidaway Island. Its Marshwood and Franklin Creek Tennis Centers provide a total of 34 courts–32 soft-surface and two hard-surface–with 11 lighted for night play, plus two platform tennis courts.

A center court with a 500-seat stadium and Players’ Lounge are added attractions at Franklin Creek, which has hosted the USTA Men’s National 40s Championships for the last 11 years, the USTA Savannah Challenger for the last three years and was named the state’s USTA Facility of the Year by the Georgia Tennis Association.

Real Estate Opportunities

The Landings on Skidaway Island is a community of custom homes reflecting personal expression through a wide variety of architectural styles, while unity is ensured by The Landings Architectural Review process. Homes at The Landings range in price from $250,000 to more than $1 million.

Lots range from patio to full-size and estate lots, offering golf, lagoon, river, wooded and marsh views. Lots at The Landings on Skidaway Island range in price from $70,000 to more than $1 million. Send me more information about The Landings!

On Top of the World Communities Joins Art Expo April 13

On Top of the World Communities Quarter, Ocala FL is taking part in the Hands across the Highway Art Expo, happening Sat., Apr. 13 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Circle Square Cultural Center. Local artists from On Top of the World, Oak Run, Palm Cay, Stone Creek and other communities will show their work.

Paintings, sculptures, stained glass, portrait sketches, clay jewelry, metal artwork, watercolors and much more are all part of the mix. There will be live entertainment by the Paul De Ritter Duo. This event is free and open to the public. Send me more information about On Top of the World Communities!

About On Top of the World Communities

On Top of the World Communities is a premier, 55-plus adult community conveniently located in the heart of central Florida featuring three neighborhoods–each with its own championship golf course. The theme of this group of master-planned communities, says the developer, is “a vigorous, active lifestyle, plus value and choice in home design.”

Residents of this gated and secure Ocala property are within minutes of multiple shopping plazas, medical facilities and hospitals, Ocala’s famous thoroughbred horse-farms, Central Florida Community College and downtown Ocala.

Golf, Fitness & More

Fairway-view homes and championship golf are a central part of the landscape in the community’s three neighborhoods–Candler Hills, Indigo East and Windsor. Residents enjoy unique design and playability at all three par-72 layouts, plus tournaments, instruction and a social atmosphere.

Health and fitness have a special place here with specially designed aquatic classes at the community’s indoor and outdoor pools, along with a state-of-the-art gym at the Health and Recreation Center. Other pursuits and hobbies are important as well with an active woodworking shop, billiards room and library. Send me more information about On Top of the World Communities!

Deal OT Day: Carolina Trace, NC 3BR/2BA Contemporary Home Just $259,000

This Carolina Trace, NC home is tucked in the woods.

Carolina Trace, Sanford NC‘s Featured Home at 163 Wood Wedge Way is a 3-BR/2-BA custom-built home on an oversized lot. It has two half-baths and totals 4,532 sf. The design is contemporary.

A big feature is the large cook’s kitchen w/ island and top-of-the-line appliances, pantry, and bookshelves. Large wrap-around deck and lots of glass provide ample opportunities for relaxing and viewing wildlife in the backyard. Cost: $259,000. 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!

Updated Sailfish Point, FL Condo w/ 2405 SF, Oceanfront Balcony

Sailfish Point, Stuart FL offers a totally renovated 2-BR/2.5-BA oceanfront condo for $575,000, in a building that overlooks the ninth hole of the Jack Nicklaus Signature course to the west. Features include a large island kitchen highlighted by rich wood cabinetry and granite countertops, stainless appliances and tile floors.

The master bedroom features a spa-like bath, three vanities and oversized shower. Total living space is 2,405 sf, and all main living areas access the 600 sf oceanfront balcony. Send me more information about Sailfish Point!

About Sailfish Point

Sailfish Point is a 532-acre sea island community of 520 residences located at the southernmost tip of Hutchinson Island on southeast Florida’s Atlantic coast. Offering privacy, security and premium amenities in a natural setting surrounded by ocean and inlets, Sailfish residents live in spacious beachfront homes and intimate oceanfront condos, golf-view villas and townhomes with private docks.

Stretching along ocean and river, the community’s Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course sets a tone of sporting excellence. Prestigious and private, the club requires no tee times for play. It was named one of Golf Digest’s 10 Best New Remodeled Courses for 2008.

Golf & Water Together

First completed in 1981, the course was completely renovated by its original designer, Jack Nicklaus. Every hole has a water feature, providing views of all three of the surrounding bodies of water—Atlantic Ocean, Indian River and St. Lucie Inlet.

From the Sailfish Point clubhouse, play begins just steps from the practice area, then moves along the island to culminate in the par-4 signature 18th hole that has been dubbed “Window on the Sea” for its remarkable ocean view. Send me more information about Sailfish Point!

Treasure Lake, PA Kids' Benefit Concert w/ Bret Michaels May 26

Treasure Lake, DuBois PA has a save-the-note notice for May 26. On that Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, come enjoy the 2nd Annual Rockin’ For Little Hearts Concert to benefit The Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Heart Institute. Opening acts will be announced soon.

The featured entertainer at this outdoor event at Treasure Lake Ski Lodge will be Bret Michaels. Michaels is a world-famous musician, actor, director and reality television personality. VIP seats are limited and will include a festive BBQ dinner. Send me more information about Treasure Lake!

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 lifestyle.

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 Treasure Lake!

Sea Pines Plantation, SC New Pool Complex w/ Spa, Food & Drink

Sea Pines Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC is just completing construction of a brand new pool for guests of the award-winning Inn at Harbour Town.

This new pool complex features a relaxing spa under a shade trellis; rim flow edge; travertine stone deck; poolside food and beverage service; and terrace with chaise lounge chairs and seating area overlooking Habour Town Golf Links, the Pete Dye jewel that annually hosts he PGA TOUR’s RBC Heritage. Send me more information about Sea Pines!

About Sea Pines

Sea Pines features four golf courses, including the famed Harbour Town Golf Links (site of an annual PGA Tour event), dozens of tennis courts, the deep-water Harbour Town Yacht Basin, South Beach Marina, 14 miles of paved biking and leisure trails and an equestrian center.

Nature and Waterfront Lifestyle

The Forest Preserve in Sea Pines encompasses 605 acres and features nature trails, lakes and a pavilion located on Fish Island. It is home to about 350 species of birds.

Harbour Town Yacht Basin is a hub of waterfront activity within Sea Pines, offering 20-plus independently operated boutique clothing shops, gift and craft galleries, nature stores, jewelry stores and independent art galleries.

The First Resort Community

Sea Pines Plantation was the first master planned resort community built in the US back in the early 1960s. Since its inception, it has spawned a whole new kind of living where resort-style amenities and
luxury homes combine to create the country club lifestyle. It also led the way in how a master-planned community interacts with the environment in and around it.

Sea Pines is comprised of nearly 2,700 homes and more than 1,000 villas. Environmental preservation and sustainable development have been its hallmarks since the mid-20th century and have set the standard for communities that have come after.Send me more information about Sea Pines!

Deal of the Day: Heritage, VA 4BR Private Home Just $228K

Colonial Heritage, Williamsburg VA is now showing a special-value property priced at $228,000. Located at 4324 Sprucemont, this 4-BR, 3-BA home with 1,876 sf of living space has new carpeting and fresh paint throughout.

It lays out comfortably with an open plan and extra loft space. Options include a gas fireplace and a delightful deck that overlooks a private setting in back. Send me more information about Colonial Heritage!

About Colonial Heritage

Colonial Heritage is Williamsburg’s only gated golf community for adults 55 and up. It is rated as a “Top 50 Best Master-Planned Community in the U.S.,” by Where to Retire Magazine. World-class amenities include an Arthur Hills championship golf course, 25,000-sf clubhouse, complete fitness center with tennis and swimming and more.

Residents have a scenic and sporty Arthur Hills championship golf course waiting outside their door. This 170-acre pearl, opened in 2006, winds its way through the neighborhoods of Colonial Heritage offering prime views of its well-groomed fairways.

Clubhouse & Clubs

The smartly designed Heritage Clubhouse is a hub of recreational, social and cultural activities for residents. Hobby and special interest clubs will meet in this impressive, 25,000-sf facility.

Nearby is the community’s 7,500-sf Athletic Club. It’s loaded with exercise options, from water aerobics in the indoor pool to a stimulating workout at the Fitness Center. Afterward there is shaded space for reading and relaxing by the outdoor pool.

Colonial Williamsburg Nearby

With its mild, four-season climate and friendly atmosphere, Colonial Heritage and its locale rank among the most desirable places for active adults on the East Coast.

Colonial Heritage is located minutes from the historic charm of Colonial Williamsburg and is close to great shopping, excellent healthcare facilities and the cultural opportunities of College of William & Mary and other landmark institutions.

Real Estate

Prices for real estate at Colonial Heritage start at $225,000. Send me more information about Colonial Heritage!

Hilton Head Lakes, SC Offers Great Golf Rates All Day Long

Hilton Head Lakes, Hardeeville SC, considered one of the Lowcountry region’s best-conditioned golf courses, has some great golf rates for area golfers to take advantage of. From 8 a.m. until noon, locals can play for just $35.

Between noon and 2 p.m., tee it up at for only $30. After 2 p.m., your green fee is only $25 tax.

If you’re short on time, play the club’s six-hole, par-3 short course as many times as you wish for the day fee of just $15. Fees don’t include taxes.

And ask about membership packages with privileges for 10, 20, 30 and 40 rounds over the course of the season. Send me more information about Hilton Head Lakes!

About Hilton Head Lakes

Hilton Head Lakes is a private, gated, golf and lakefront community set in the South Carolina Lowcountry. Ideally located close to shopping, dining, schools and Interstate 95, this quiet enclave offers some 22 miles of lake shoreline. In addition, it offers a recently opened Tommy Fazio championship golf course and numerous amenities that will appeal to the whole family.

Enjoying the great outdoors and the water is the theme at Hilton Head Lakes. Here residents can walk along nearly seven miles of trails or explore the community by boat through 155 acres of navigable lakes. The Atlantic Ocean is a short distance away, providing the option of following sporting pursuits on the water either in freshwater calm or out on the open Atlantic.

Golf by Tommy Fazio

The Golf Club at Hilton Head Lakes is the Lowcountry’s newest 18-hole championship golf course. It is the design of Tommy Fazio, nephew of noted designer Tom Fazio and the son of Jim Fazio, Tom’s brother.

Fazio’s championship 18 takes great advantage of Hilton Head Lakes natural wetlands and lakes. Five sets of tees makes the course a versatile challenge. With deliberately angled greens, expansive fairways, and well-placed bunkers, the par-72, 7,300-yard course offers a variety of holes to test a golfer’s creativity, shot-making skills and strategic thinking.

Visit the Community

You’re invited to discover all the possibilities of life in the Lowcountry areas of Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, Bluffton, Savannah and Hardeeville on a Hilton Head Lakes Discovery Package. Your 3-Day/2-Night Discovery Package includes accommodations, golf and more.

Real Estate Options

Real estate opportunities include lots, and home and lot packages. Lots have golf, preserve and waterfront views. Home and lot packages start in the low-$200,000s, lots in the $30,000s. Send me more information about Hilton Head Lakes!

Stay, Play at Amelia National Golf & CC for 3 Days: Just $299 / Couple

Amelia National Golf and Country Club, Fernandina Beach, FL You are invited to experience Amelia National first-hand and spend 3-days/2-nights in one of the community’s beautifully furnished condos.

Your stay includes unlimited golf and tennis, use of fitness center and pool and more. Space is limited, first come, first served. Cost: $299/couple. Send me more information about Amelia National G & CC!

About Amelia National Golf and Country Club

Set in beautiful Fernandina Beach near Amelia Island, Amelia National Golf and Country Club spreads out over 215 acres of lush forest and features one of the latest designs from Tom Fazio.

Surrounded by natural beauty, upscale homesites and first-class amenities, Amelia National offers endless opportunities for leisure and recreation.

Golf by Tom Fazio

Amelia National’s stunning, 18-hole course will, in true Fazio form, challenge the avid players with fine-textured Bermuda-grass greens and an abundance of water tests. A par-72 layout with five sets of tees, the course features four par-3s, 10 par-4s and four par-5s.

After the game, residents and their guests enjoy the 17,000-sf, French Provincial-designed clubhouse.

Real Estate Options

Amelia National offers a total of 749 single-family homes. Homes to be built during several construction phases will front on the golf course, lake or preservation areas.

Custom Homes are constructed by ICI Homes. The company offers in–house architectural services so you can design your home from scratch or select from a favorite plan. You can also choose from an extensive portfolio of award-winning floors plans, all of which can be totally customized to suit. Home/lot packages at Amelia National start from the $300,000s at only $100 per sf. Send me more information about Amelia National G & CC!

Quail Ridge, FL Real Estate Activity Doubles Since 2012

Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL reports that its real estate sales have more than doubled over 2012. The Florida community currently has 35 sales since January 1, compared to 14 for the same time last year, which Quail Ridge says was a solid year in its own right.

Following up the good news is that the community is offering a substantial savings on memberships, including up to a $10,000 reduction on a golf membership. Contact the club for details. Send more information about Quail Ridge!

About Quail Ridge

Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club is a private golf club community community and club set on 578 acres in Boynton Beach, FL. A member-owned community, Quail Ridge is gracefully accented by pines, palms, oaks, hibiscus, bougainvillea and other varieties of trees and plants.

Featuring apartments, villas and luxurious custom homes, this low-density community offers 36 holes of championship golf by Joe Lee, an active lifestyle and close proximity to the culture and amenities of the Palm Beaches.

Golf by Joe Lee

Both courses at Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club are tree-lined with pines, palms, oaks, ficus and palmettos. Traps, bunkers, ponds, lakes and hazards placed in typical Joe Lee fashion create a never-ending challenge. Five sets of tees let everyone play to their own level.

The turf on the North Course is Bermuda grass with rye over seeded in December to May. The South Course has recently been completely regrassed with paspallum. Two fully stocked pro shops offer a large selection of golf wear and equipment.

A Completed Community

One of the advantages of purchasing a home at Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club is that it is a completed community which has reached its membership goal.

There are no “bothersome construction activities or unsightly, unsold lots, and there are no corporations, developers, financial institutions or outside influences involved in its operation,” community executives proudly say.

And the living is easy at Quail Ridge. Various in-house service units take care of all the communities’ needs, including full-service maintenance and repair, plus a fully staffed housekeeping department. Send more information about Quail Ridge!

Teton Springs Resort, ID Lodge Home w/ Condo-Hotel Lifestyle Just $260,000

This home offers a condo-hotel atmosphere.

Teton Springs Resort, Victor ID features a new listing, a superior corner unit in the Teton Springs Lodge for just $260,000. The Teton Springs Lodge is a condo-hotel featuring 1- and 2-bedroom condos that are individually owned.

Owners enjoy Golf and Sports Club privileges when in residence as well as first-class hotel amenities.  This particular one-bedroom unit offers extra privacy and great views. Spring is the perfect time to visit and get a complete tour of the resort. Send me more information about Teton Springs!

About Teton Springs

Teton Springs is a 780-acre resort and private golf club community with spectacular mountain views, championship golf, swim-tennis complex, health club facilities, and the full-service Stillwaters Spa & Salon.

Golf legend Byron Nelson, PGA Touring Professional Steve Jones and top golf course architect Gary Stephenson have combined philosophy with course design to create the masterful Teton Springs golf course to complement the community. The golf facilities feature a championship 18-hole course, 9-hole, par-3 course and complete practice facility.

Club Facilities

The Golf House, located on the north side of the Teton Springs Village, is adjacent to the first tee.This community center includes a logo and retail shop, conference area and the Headwaters Grille. Additional club facilities include members dining, meeting space, concierge services, and private locker areas with members-only access.

Featuring a rustic western architectural theme, The Village is the resort’s core activity area with retail and professional office space, plus overnight lodging.

The Health Club at Teton Springs is located on the upper level of the Golf Barn. It offers state-of-the-art circuit training stations, free weights and individual cardio training equipment. Treadmills, elliptical trainers and stationary bikes all provide plenty of aerobic training opportunities. Massage therapies and spa services are available at the Stillwater Spa located in the swim tennis complex.

Real Estate Options

Real estate ownership options at Teton Springs include custom homes, luxury log cabins and condominiums. And now, suites are available in the resort’s recently opened condo-hotel.

While the developer has sold most of their property, a number of resales are available. Given today’s market, there are also some distressed property sales in this high-end community and buyers can find excellent opportunities. Prices begin at $65,000 for lots. See the real estate section below for more
details. Send me more information about Teton Springs!

Aberdeen Golf & Country Club Golf & Cocktail Event April 4

Aberdeen Country Club, Boynton Beach FL is getting set for its Battle of the Sexes golf tournament and cocktail reception, happening on Thurs., April 4 beginning with a 12:30 shotgun start. This event is open to the first 20 women and first 20 men who register.

The $46.75 entry fee includes golf, cart fee, bag-room tip, a welcome cocktail after golf and an elaborate hors d’oeuvres reception with awards ceremony. Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!

About Aberdeen Golf & Country Club

Aberdeen Golf & Country Club is a private, award-winning golf community located in west Boynton Beach in south central Palm Beach County.

Featuring 1,400 acres of magnificent lakes, fairways, and homesites, the community is near Florida’s Turnpike. Palm Beach International Airport is just 15 miles away and 42 miles from Ft. Lauderdale International Airport.

Varied Neighborhoods

Nineteen subdivisions consist of beautiful, well-constructed, well-maintained coach homes, villas and single-family homes. Most enjoy golf course and/or lake views. Residences range from 1,500 sf to over 4,000 sf. There are a variety of membership options available to meet the needs of potential members, ranging from social membership to premier full option memberships.

Aberdeen has both individual Homeowners’ Associations (HOA) and a master Property Owners Association (POA) which manages all the common areas.

Real Estate Options

Condominiums and patio home neighborhoods at Aberdeen Golf & Country Club offer bright and open floor plans. Both villages are within walking distance to the Aberdeen Country Club. Golf and lake views are abundant. All the buildings are maintained for easy living.

Single-family homes at Aberdeen provide one of the best values of any country club community in South Florida. All the sections are meticulously maintained and always being groomed.

As with its villa counterparts, the single-family-home villages offer a wide variety of amenities for its residents. Parties, outings and making great neighbors are all an important part of the village lifestyle. Send me more information about Aberdeen Country Club!

Deal OT Day: Hampton Lake, SC Home is Furnished, Upgraded

This Hampton Lake, SC home is offered at $429,900.

Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC presents its Featured Listing, a 4-BR/3-BA, 2,900-sf fully furnished Carriage Home priced at $429,900. This former model home at 6 Fording Court, which was professionally decorated, is the perfect second or vacation home for the active family.

The spacious kitchen has all the bells and whistles.

It includes many upgrades including an extended atrium with stucco wing wall and home theater with theater seating. With incomparable interior appointments and exterior elegance, this energy-efficient Edisto floor plan offers maintenance-free living at its finest. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!

About Hampton Lake

Hampton Lake is a 900-acre lake community set in Bluffton, SC, and located minutes from Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort. It overlooks a 165-acre freshwater lake commanding 15 miles of shoreline.

Hampton Lake is surrounded by a 340-acre nature preserve, collectively offering more than 500 acres of open space.

Residents of this community, voted by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) as “Best Community in America,” gather at the Lakeside Amenity Village.

The village exudes a warm atmosphere with its reclaimed barnwood paneling and two grand stone fireplaces. Its spacious Lakeview Room is home to events of all kinds, and its decks and porches overlook the lake.

Golf Right Next Door

Great championship golf is just a cart ride away via a special cart path to Hampton Hall which is adjacent to the community and features a private Pete Dye golf course.

Hampton Lake residents have access to the course through a variety of memberships from equity to a 6-month trial.

Hampton Lake’s Lakeside facility houses the Spa and Fitness Central, the Tower Bar, waterfront Backwater Bill’s restaurant and the Adventure Lagoon pool complex.

Nearby is Dog Paddle Park, the first pet park at any private community in South Carolina.

Real estate options at Hampton Lake include single-family homes and lots.  Send me more information about Hampton Lake!