~ GCH Network Newsletter ~
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 892 February 14, 2014 Circ. 24,500
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* TODAY’S Real Estate Deals - FL, GA & VA Communities
* TODAY’S STAY N PLAY Packages - NC & SC Communities
* What’s Happening At… - NC & VA Communities
* The 2013 GCH Annual Index – All the years’ new communities, deals & much more
* Just Sold! Fiddler’s Creek
* Videos Just Added to…Golden Ocala, FL Kiawah Island, SC & Others
* Best Real Estate & Travel Deals... FL, NC, SC & AZ Communities
* New Communities Recently Added - Minto Sun City, FL
* Watch for our next issue on Friday, February 18!
Good Morning! Snow and ice are raining down, good reasons to look South for escape opportunities and we have them--stay’n plays to the Carolinas, homes for sale in Florida, Georgia and Virginia, cooking class at Viniterra, VA, and in a deft salute to Valentine’s Day, a special dinner at Balsam Mountain Preserve, NC. See below for all the details. –David Lott, Founder/Publisher
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TODAY’S REAL ESTATE DEALS
Dominion Valley Country Club, VA: Light-filled 4-BR home.
> Dominion Valley Country Club, Haymarket VA is spotlighting its 4-BR/2.5-BA Ellsworth II model, a 3,526-sf single-family home with nine-foot ceilings throughout. Its standout features include a light-filled, two-story family room, a spacious kitchen with breakfast area for casual dining and the home’s elegant two-story foyer.
The large master bedroom of the Ellsworth II has a huge walk-in closet and a luxurious master bath with a Roman tub, a separate shower, a dual-sink vanity, and a private toilet area. Listed from $607,995. Send me more information about Dominion Valley!
Ibis Golf & Country Club, FL: 3-BR home just $149,000.
> Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach FL is featuring a great value on a 3-BR/2-BA home with golf and lake views. This residence at 10424 Osprey Trace is very close to the clubhouse and well-maintained. It has a large master bedroom suite with large walk in closet and sliding door to patio.
There is a whirlpool tub in the master bath. Eat-in kitchen is bright and airy. A large screened patio provides views of the golf course and lake. All new buyers in Ibis must purchase minimum of a social membership for $40,000. Listed at $149,000. Send me more information about Ibis Golf & Country Club!
Willoughby Golf Club, FL: Lakeview estate home reduced.
> Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart FL is featuring a $60,000 price reduction on a 3-BR/4-BA estate home at 3133 SE Doubleton Drive. This residence has panoramic views of the 8th fairway and a large lake. In back is a large pool and patio with retractable awnings. An open gourmet kitchen and family room combo are designed for great entertaining. Living room has a floor to ceiling coral stone gas fireplace.
This home has a new roof and is well maintained throughout. A one-time capital contribution of $20,000 is due at closing. Social membership is mandatory. Seller is motivated. Listed at $599,900. Send me more information about Willoughby Golf Club!
Reynolds Plantation, GA: 3-BR home w/ open floor plan.
> Reynolds Plantation, Greensboro, GA is featuring a 3-BR/2.5-BA home at 1101 Starboard Drive. Affording panoramic views of holes No. 11 and 12 of the Bob Cupp Landing Course, this residence is built on the Fly Ty Retreat Southern Living Cottage Plan. It features an open floor plan based around a great room with stacked stone fireplace, access to a covered porch and golf views.
The home’s dining area is open to the great room and kitchen. Master bedroom has ensuite bath and walk-in closet, while its second level features two guest rooms and a guest bath. Listed at $389,000. Send me more information about Reynolds Plantation!
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STAY N PLAY PACKAGES
Woodside Plantation, SC: 3-day stay with free golf.
> Woodside Plantation, Aiken, SC‘s 3-day/2-night Discovery Package lets you enjoy the community and charming, historic Aiken. You’ll stay at the Carriage House Inn in Aiken’s downtown.
Benefits include complimentary round of golf for two, dining in the clubhouse, VIP privileges at the Swim & Tennis Pavilion and a private community tour. The cost is just $149 for two guests. Send me more information about Woodside Plantation!
St. James Plantation, NC: Stay for golf, beach club & more.
> St. James Plantation, Southport, NC, a Where to Retire magazine “50 Best Master-Planned Community,” invites you to visit on its 3-day/2-night Discovery Package. Your mini-vacation for two includes round of golf or dinner for two, accommodations and a VIP Tour of community.
You also receive access to all amenities, including beach club, clubhouses, tennis, swimming, plus have time to explore historic neighboring towns of Southport and Wilmington. Cost is $149/couple. Send me more information about St. James Plantation!
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT…
Balsam Mountain Preserve, NC: Valentine’s Day event.
> Balsam Mountain Preserve, Sylva NC plays host to A Night of Romance this evening, Feb. 14 in the clubhouse dining room. For the per-person price of $75, it’s a night of gourmet dining, dancing and gathering around the special Champagne Fountain.
Chef Kaelyn adds a little romance to the evening’s cuisine with a special chocolate theme. Reservations limited to the first 40 members who sign up. Send me more information about Balsam Mountain Preserve!
> Viniterra, New Kent VA invites the culinary-minded to New Kent Winery’s June Cooking Class, featuring Chef Tammy Brawley, on Thur., March 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Barrel Room—or for an afternoon class from 4 to 7 p.m.
Chef Tammy, owner of Richmond’s The Green Kitchen, will provide recipes, demonstrations and gourmet food while New Kent Winery provides paired wines. Highlight of this class is a demonstration of fresh pasta making. Classes are $50 p/p. Space is limited. Send me more information about Viniterra!
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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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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.
> 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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BEST DEALS SHORTS…
Real Estate
Hampton Lake, SC: 3-BR quiet waterview home.
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC’s waterview 3-BR/3-BA home at 40 Blue Trail Court is on a quiet cul-de-sac and spacious at 2,700 sf. Listed at $599,000. Send me more info….
> Blackstone at Vistancia, Peoria AZ’s custom homesite 9 in Parcel B7 affords stunning views of Blackstone Country Club’s thirteenth green and the 30,000-sf member clubhouse. Send me more info….
DeBordieu, SC: 5-BR oceanfront home.
> Debordieu, Georgetown SC’s 5-BR/4-BA oceanfront home on a full acre of land at 293 Pioneer Loop has amenities like a pool and hot tub, an oceanfront summer kitchen, three fireplaces and mahogany doors throughout. Listed at $1,900,000. Send me more info….
Pauma Valley Country Club, CA: Mountain view home.
> Pauma Valley Country Club, San Diego CA’s featured 2-BR/2.5-BA home is on a large lot of nearly one acre. This 2,954-sf home enjoys a hillside setting with excellent views of the Palomar Mountains and a citrus-treed valley below. Listed at $624,900. Send me more info….
> Hasentree, Wake Forest NC’s Deerfield model is a 2-BR/2-BA home with 2,020 sf of well-designed living space. Additional features include 10-foot ceilings throughout. Listed at $372,995. Send me more info….
Discovery Packages
Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club, FL: Stay & Play from $299.
> Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club, Boynton Beach FL’s Stay & Play package is $399/couple, $299/single. It includes, for each person, two nights lodging in a spacious condominium, two rounds of golf, $50 in food-beverage credits, and more. Send me more info….
> Plantation Bay, Ormond Beach FL’s Rediscover Florida tour package provides a 3-day/2-night stay in one of the community villas for just $399/couple, plus tax. Eat at the clubs, work out at the fitness center, play golf or tennis. Includes one $25 meal voucher. Send me more info….
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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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