~ GCH Network Newsletter ~
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 15, No. 861 October 22, 2013 Circ. 25,075
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* New Today: Quechee Lakes, VT Joins GCHN
* TODAY’S New Real Estate Deals
* Discovery & Travel Packages
* What’s Happening At…
* Community News & Updates
* Real Estate Focus: Martha’s Vineyard & Cape Cod
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals…
* Investigate New Communities Recently Added
* Coming Soon to GolfCourseHome
* Watch for our next issue, coming October 25!
Good Morning! Four-season resort community Quechee Lakes in Quechee, Vermont, joins the GolfCourseHome Network today. Featuring two golf courses and abundant family activities to pursue on its 5,200 acres year round, Quechee Lakes is for people who like to be active.
Also, headlining today’s issue is the introduction of oceanfront property at Pristine Bay in the Bay Islands. GCHN readers have inquired about oceanfront homes and the community has responded. See details and pricing, plus today real estate and travel deals, community news and more below.
Mortgage Rate Watch: Rates for the 30-year mortgage at Sovereign Bank eased to 4.25% today while sales of existing U.S. homes fell in September for the first time in three months as higher prices and mortgage rates curbed demand.
The prospect that Federal Reserve policy makers will cut back on the amount of money pumped into financial markets means borrowing costs will probably keep climbing in 2014. –David Lott, Founder/Publisher
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TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS 
Pristine Bay, Bay Islands: Announces beachfront and beach view homes for sale.
> Pristine Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands announces the introduction of new oceanfront and oceanview properties: Beach View Villas (priced from the $430,000s), Beach View Residences (from the $600,000s) and Beach Front Villas (from the $750,000s). Roatan was recently ranked in “Top 3 Islands to Retire On” and “Top 5 Islands to Live On” by Islands magazine. American Airlines is starting direct flights to Roatan from Dallas in November.
Pristine Bay is Roatan’s only golf and dive resort, featuring Pete Dye’s newest Caribbean stunner, The Black Pearl. A private gated community Pristine Bay also features a Beach Club, tennis courts, fitness center, dive shop as well a Las Verandas Hotel and Spa. Send me more information about Pristine Bay!
Hasentree, NC: New collection of homes from $349,995.
> Hasentree, Wake Forest NC, a Toll Brothers community, presents The Golf Villa Collection. This grouping showcases six, low-maintenance, ranch-style home designs where lawn care and community landscaping are included in the HOA dues. Golf Villas are single-family with square footage of 2,077.
Priced from $349,995, they have a bold stone-and-timber exterior design and superb craftsmanship throughout. Send me more information about Hasentree!
DeBordieu, SC: Million-dollar views.
> Debordieu, Georgetown SC presents a rare opportunity to own a 6-BR/6-BA residence at 164 Colony Pointe Drive at the listing price of $4.85 million. Commanding one of the most breathtaking views on the Atlantic Seaboard, this estate home anchors the small marsh and creek-front enclave of Colony Pointe within DeBordieu.
The property has been painstakingly renovated by its owners over an 18-month period. Lower level has a completely self-sufficient apartment for friends, family members or staff. The home’s floating dock accommodates two boats for use on local creeks or the Atlantic. Send me more information about Debordieu!
Mirabel, AZ: Featured home w/ courtyard, custom touches.
> Mirabel, Scottsdale AZ is spotlighting a 4-BR/4.5-BA home at 36849 North 105th Way priced at $1,149,000. This 3,325-sf residence is a low-maintenance Paloma design with a gated courtyard. Designer touches include faux finish walls and custom lighting.
The kitchen is accented by knotty alder cabinets, gourmet Viking appliances and granite countertops. Guest bedrooms are spacious with walk-in closets and private baths. Deferred Equity membership to the Desert Mountain Club is included in the price. Send me more information about Mirabel!
Carolina Trace, NC: Waterfront home on one acre just $349,000.
> Carolina Trace, Sanford NC is showing a 3-BR/3.5-BA waterfront home at 69 Indian Trail. Listed for $349,000, this 4.270-sf home lives like a mini-estate with privacy and great views. It is wonderfully set on over an acre of fenced yard and has a manicured lawn.
It has a large master BR and guest bedrooms, a formal living room with fireplace, dining room, family room, sun room, eat-in kitchen, laundry, second kitchen and two-car garage on walkout level. Send me more information about Carolina Trace!
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DISCOVERY PACKAGES & STAY’ n PLAYS
Hampton Lake, SC: Sneek-a-Peek just $295/couple.
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC is combining its Sneak-a-Peek visitation package with upcoming special events in the area. The new season gets rolling with the Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d’Elegance, happening Nov. 2-4. This luxury classic car show combines nicely with golf, lodging, dining and community touring at Hampton Lake.
Choose a ticket package for the auto expo, plus the Sneak-a-Peek package, which gives you 3 days/2 nights starting at just $295 per couple. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
Dataw Island, SC: 3-day visit package includes golf, dining, pool, tour and more.
> 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!
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
Viniterra, VA: Halloween party Oct. 26.
> Viniterra, New Kent VA and its members are preparing for the Barrel Club Halloween Party at New Kent Winery on Sat., Oct. 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. It’s a chance to enjoy wine, delicious food, costumes, games and more in the winery’s Tasting Room.
While costumes are not required, there are many costume contests and prizes all evening long. Admission to this event is $55 per person, or $45 for Barrel Club members, which includes all wine and food. Reservations are required. Send me more information about Viniterra!
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NEW TODAY: QUECHEE LAKES, VT
> Quechee Lakes, Quechee
A leading Vermont destination community, Quechee Lakes is famed for its award-winning, four-season Quechee Club along with luxury townhomes and distinctive single-family homes built on 5,200 acres in picturesque hills above the Ottauquechee River Valley.
At the heart of Quechee Lakes is the The Quechee Club. For the Quechee Club membership—which includes all Quechee Lakes property owners—there is a stimulating roster of amenities topped by two championship golf courses, plus a wide variety of winter sports, outdoor tennis and indoor squash courts and abundant outdoor recreational activities for adults and children.
Summer Idyll, Winter Wonderland: It doesn’t get any better than Quechee Lakes for winter sports, beginning with downhill skiing at nearby resorts such as Killington, Okemo and Ascutney. There are a miles of trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well, and snowboard runs to suit everyone from first-timers to experts.
Real Estate: Quechee Lakes, VT
Build a new home or purchase an existing townhouse or home
Homes start at $125,000
Townhomes from $96,000
Lots from $58,500
Diverse homesite locations:
Village of Quechee
The Quechee Club
Golf and ski venues
Lake Pinneo
Private rural settings
All property owners become members of Quechee Club and landowners’ association
Send me more information about Quechee Lakes!
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COMMUNITY NEWS & UPDATES
The Landings, GA: Receives Savannah Tree Foundation award.
> The Landings on Skidaway Island, GA recently received the Lynda Beam award from the Savannah Tree Foundation.
The Landings earned this designation as a result of dedication to protecting the environment through landscape design, tree preservation policy, and community resources. Send me more information about The Landings!
> Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Stuart FL congratulates Mike Malizia, director of golf Instruction at HRYCC, for earning a spot on Golf Digest’s list of 50 Best Teachers in the State of Florida. Mike has been teaching at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club for seven years and currently works with 11 active tour players.
Mike is reached the status of Level 2 Certified Instructor with the Titleist Performance Institute, the gold standard for golf physical training and fitness. Send me more information about Harbour Ridge!
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BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
Kiawah Island, SC: Home comes with membership included.
> Kiawah Island, SC’s spotlight is on a 4-BR/5-BA residence at 212 Chinaberry Lane with marsh and river views for $3,320,000. This estate home is sited on a private cul-de-sac. Kiawah golf membership is available with purchase. Send me more info…
> Debordieu, Georgetown SC’s 5-BR/4.5-BA home at 115 Blue Heron Drive enjoys a golf course view for $880,000. The MBR and 2 guest bedrooms are on the main level. Send me more info…
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC’s featured 3-BR/2-BA home encompasses 1,897 sf at 51 Sweet Marsh Court with a listing price of $402,367. Built on the popular Tybee plan, it affords a fine preserve view. Send me more info…
Discovery Packages
> Hilton Head Lakes, Hardeeville SC’s October golf rates let you play from 8 a.m. until noon for just $35 plus tax. From noon-2 p.m. it’s $30 and after 2 p.m. pay $25.. Send me more info…
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REAL ESTATE FOCUS: MARTHA’S VINEYARD & CAPE COD
Vineyard Haven: New to market, walk to town, 4 BR/2 BA, just $420,000.
> Best Value in Vineyard Haven! Walk to town in less than 5 minutes from this updated ranch in a quiet neighborhood. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, you’ll stretch out in the comfortable great room with vaulted ceiling and stay cozy from the warmth of the gas stove.
Set back from the road on a half-acre with plenty of parking, the property presents the ideal opportunity for adding a guest house. New roof, new thermo-pane windows and Title 5 septic system make this new-to-market property a terrific value. Offered at $420,000. For more information, call David Lott at (c) 203-270-9357. Send me more information today!
To Inquire about 2014 Summer Rentals, click this link > Send me more information on 2014 Summer Rentals
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INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED
MARYLAND
> The Moorings at Dockside Circle, Inner Harbor Baltimore
Gated waterfront community, nearby marinas, Inner Harbor views, upscale condo/townhouses, 3 BRs and up to 4.5 BAs, 2-car garages, priced from $1.15 million to $1.3 million
> Deep Creek Mountain at Deep Creek Lake
Mountain retreat with golf, lake, wooded and mountain views, adjacent to Wisp Golf and Ski Resort and Deep Creek Lake, lots from $84,900 to $249,000+
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
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.
FLORIDA
> Sawgrass Country Club, Ponte Vedra Beach
Private, 1,250-acre gated community, 27-hole championship golf by Arnold Palmer, racquet club, private beach club, new fitness complex, homes, condos and cottages from $200,000
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COMING SOON TO GOLFCOURSEHOME
* Minto at Florida’s New Sun City Center, FL
* Golden Ocala, FL
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