2014-02-21

~ GCH Network Newsletter ~

Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 894   February 21, 2014   Circ. 24,500

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* TODAY’S Real Estate Deals - FL, NC & ID Communities
* DISCOVERY & STAY N PLAY Packages - FL, SC & GA & Communities
* What’s Happening At… CA & SC Communities
* The 2013 GCH Annual Index – All the years’ new communities, deals & much more

* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals... FL, GA,  SC & MD Communities
* Videos Just Added to...Kiawah Island, St. James Plantation, SC, Golden Ocala, FL & Others
* New Communities Recently Added - Minto Sun City, FL

* Watch for our next issue on Friday, February 25!

Good Morning! Today we feature four homes for sale ranging from just $219,000 at Ibis CC, FL up to $695,000 for a Warm Creek Cabin at Teton Springs, ID.

Discovery and Stay’n Plays are offered for visits to communities in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina, while best real estate & travel deals include two packages to South Carolina, plus five home deals. See below for all the details, plus events, new videos and more–David Lott, Founder/Publisher

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TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS



Carolina Trace, NC: 3-BR lakeview home w/ screened porch.

> Carolina Trace, Sanford, NC is offering a lakeview home in Mallard Cove complete with dock and garage space for golf cart storage.

Featuring 3 BRs/2 BAs and 3,416 sf, the home sits on .21 acre and includes sunroom, screened porch, great room, office and more. Listed at $459,000. Send me more information about Carolina Trace!


Teton Springs, ID: 4-BR forest & creek cabins.

> Teton Springs Resort, Victor ID continues spotlighting its Forest and Warm Creek cabins and right now is showing a 4-BR/4.5 BA cabin that provides a bright southern exposure and long vistas across open space, the golf course, ponds and lakes.

In winter you can watch the moose along the warm creeks right from the deck of this cabin. Listed at $695,900. Send me more information about Teton Springs!


Sawgrass Country Club, FL: 3-BR 1-level wooded home.

> Sawgrass Country Club, Ponte Vedra Beach FL is showing a 3-BR/2.5-BA one-story home with 2,490 sf of space at 153 Barberry Lane. Set on a private wooded homesite, this home has high vaulted ceilings and an inviting great room with a wood-burning fireplace that opens to a Florida room.

Its large breezy deck overlooks natural surroundings. Inside, a separate dining room with private atrium area leads to the gourmet kitchen with its own breakfast area. The spacious master suite has woodland views. Listed at $449,000. Send me more information about Sawgrass Country Club!

Ibis Golf & Country Club, FL: Water view home w/ open floor plan.

> Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL features a 3-BR/2.5-BA home at 10848 Grande Boulevard with a private water view. This home’s upgraded kitchen has handsome wood cabinetry and striking dark granite.

Soaring ceilings, an open floor plan, master suite on the first floor, two large bedrooms upstairs and a den/office on main level create an impressive living space. Location is the club’s Grande neighborhood, which has a private pool complex. Listed at $219,000. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!

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DISCOVERY PACKAGES & STAY N PLAY

> Amelia Island Plantation, Amelia Island FL is promoting its Big Break Getaway Package as the Golf Channel’s new season of Big Break Florida returns to the resort beginning Mon., Feb. 24.

This vacation package features luxurious oceanfront accommodations along with unlimited green fees and golf cart rentals on Ocean Links and Oak Marsh, free club rentals, a complimentary signature cocktail, bag storage, unlimited use of the driving range, and access to the health and fitness center. Priced from $369 per night based on single occupancy.  Send me more information about Amelia Island Plantation!

The Reserve at Lake Keowee, SC: Low rates, dining, tour.

> The Reserve at Lake Keowee, Sunset, SC invites property buyers to Experience the Reserve as a Member. Plan to enjoy mountain-fed waters, resort-style amenities and inspiring homes and neighborhoods.

Your package includes a special golf rate, amenity and dining access, community boat tour, home tours and overnight lodging in the Guest House suites. Extras to make your stay just a little more relaxing  include morning continental breakfast and evening wine and cheese. Send me more information about The Reserve at Lake Keowee!

The Landings, GA: 3-day visit $249/couple.

> The Landings, Skidaway Island, GA You’re invited to experience The Landings first-hand on a 3 day/2 night discovery package. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to the club’s state-of-the-art fitness facility, pools, tennis center and dining at any of four clubhouses.

You’ll also be able to use bikes at no charge to explore the community’s 40 miles of walking and biking trails. You’ll stay in a private Landings home, play one round of golf/person or take a guided scenic boat ride for two. Also included is a personalized real estate and amenities tour of this private island community. Just $249/couple. Send me more information about The Landings!

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…

Pauma Valley Country Club, CA: St. Patrick’s Day event.

> Pauma Valley Country Club, San Diego CA has scheduled its Killarney Kaper event in honor of St. Patrick’s Day to take place on Sun., March 16 with a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. “No-host” cocktails and a corned beef dinner will be served following play.

Reservations can also be made for dinner-only participants. Golf prizes for the top finishers are donated by the Women’s Association Irish Fund. Send me more information about Pauma Valley!

> Daniel Island, Charleston SC is starting a new circuit training style workout fitness program on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning at 6:00 pm at the Pierce Park Pavilion.

The program starts on Wed., Feb. 26 and is open to all. Advance registration is required. Send me more information about Daniel Island!

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JUST SOLD!

Fiddler’s Creek, FL: Waterview homes selling fast.

> Fiddler’s Creek, Naples, FL reports that Phase I of Millbrook, its enclave of 56 Mediterranean-style homes nestled among meandering waterways, is now 50 percent sold. Offered by Lennar Homes, Millbrook presents a choice of four 2-BR and 3-BR floor plans ranging from 1,649 to 2,246 air-conditioned square feet.

Kitchens have granite counter tops and cabinets with crown molding. Each home also boasts designer bath fixtures and under-mount sinks. Prices start at $337,990. Send me more information about Fiddler’s Creek!

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BEST DEALS SHORTS…

Real Estate

The Moorings at Dockside Circle, MD: 3-BR harbor view home.

> The Moorings at Dockside Circle, Baltimore MD features a 3-BR/3-BA townhome home with wonderful Inner Harbor views and two half baths at 1232 Dockside Circle.

Features an oversize chef’s kitchen with custom granite counters, built-in wine cooler and large, six-burner stove. Listed at $1,150,000. Send me more information about The Moorings at Dockside Circle!

> Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, GA’s 3-BR/2.5-BA home with 3,657 sf of living space at 1030 Dejarnet Court borders the 10th fairway of the Plantation Course. It has hardwood floors, a stone-surround fireplace and built-in bookshelves. Listed at $525,000. Send me more info….

> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC’s 3-BR/4.5-BA home with 3,313 sf at 53 Anchor Cove Court overlooks a lake and private protected nature preserve. A boat dock is already in place. Owner would consider a leaseback. Listed at $759,000. Send me more info….

Daniel Island, SC: Estate home near Fazio course.

> Daniel Island, Charleston SC’s featured 5-BR/6.5-BA estate home at 639 Island Park Drive, overlooking a Tom-Fazio designed golf course, is a 8,068-sf residence centered on a family room with French doors opening out onto a large deck. Listed at $1,499,000. Send me more info….

> Fiddler’s Creek, Naples, FL’s  Hawthorne model offers 3-BR, 3-BA in 2,583 sf with a great room-based floor plan, plus many options. Listed from $474,990. Send me more info….

Discovery Packages

Dataw Island, SC: 3-day visit $299/couple.

> Dataw Island, SC’s 3-day/2-night Experience Dataw Package features tennis, a boat ride to explore the island, dining in the world-class clubhouse and golf at one of two championship courses. Now only $299/couple. Send me more info….

> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC’s Sneak-a-Peek visit package, with lodging for 3 days/2 nights and a choice of either Spa treatments for two at The Spa & FitnessCentral or a round of golf for two at neighboring Reed Development courses, starts at $295/couple. Send me more info….

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VIDEOS JUST ADDED TO…

> Kiawah Island, SC – New video showcases challenging moments & memories at Pete Dye’s famed Ocean Course at Kiawah Island

Golden Ocala, FL: New video highlights amenities.

> Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, Ocala FL has newly posted video on its Featured Community page, showing images of its luxury amenities and news of excellent pricing on its new Eagles Landing residences.

> St. James Plantation, Southport, NC – new video tells about “the best selling community in the Carolinas”

> Willowbend Golf Club, MA – Video tour of a luxury golf course home complete with private sauna, pond and golf course views.

> Dataw Island, SC – Watch this just-added video which features photography of the community and amenities, plus interviews with residents.

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INVESTIGATE NEW COMMUNITIES RECENTLY ADDED

FLORIDA

> Minto Sun City, Tampa
Gated property with 24-hour security, 126 holes of golf, shopping and cultural attractions nearby, 14 tennis courts, four recreational centers, state-of-the art spa & fitness facilities, over 200 clubs and activities, Florida homes and villas from $160,000

FLORIDA

> Fountains Country Club, Lake Worth

Private golf community, 54 holes of golf, new sports complex, 24/7 security, 19 neighborhoods w/single-family homes, condos, townhomes and villas from $40,000

> Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, Ocala

Private, gated community, 1,150 acres, Ron Garl golf course, equestrian center, spa, fitness, tennis, resort-style pool, lots from $70,000, townhomes from $250,000

VERMONT

> Quechee Lakes, Quechee

4-season resort community, 5,200 acres, 2 golf courses, skiing & other winter sports, lake activities, lots from $58,500, townhomes and single-family homes from $125,000

MARYLAND

> 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+

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