Good Morning! Carolina Living is the focus of today’s issue as much of the Mid-Atlantic and New England face a major snow event. What better time to be thinking about lazying about in the Lowcountry where fishing, crabbing, hiking, kayaking, boating and, of course, golf are all popular pastimes?
This is the first of several issues focusing on Carolina Living. For today, think about kicking back with the Lowcountry life and the eight world-class communities presented below.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
GCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,077 January 22, 2016 Circ. 15,000
Carolina Living, Part 1 / Lowcountry Communities
* Callawassie Island, Callawassie Island
* Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton
* Hampton Lake, Bluffton
* Hilton Head Plantation, Bluffton
* Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton
* Haig Point Club, Daufuskie Island
* Moss Creek Plantation, Bluffton
* Oldfield, Okatie
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CALLAWASSIE ISLAND, Callawassie Island
Callawassie Island SC: Homes overlook Colleton River.
> Callawassie Island, SC is a private, gated island community in the heart of the Lowcountry, overlooking the beautiful Colleton River and laced with tidal rivers, creeks, and freshwater ponds. The community’s River Club provides a casual gathering place, with its family swimming pool, sundeck and fire pit area outside. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
Its docks offer community boat tie-ups and slips, as well as deep-water access to the Colleton River and Port Royal Sound. The Sugar Mill Ruins dock and the Paddler’s Point dock offer easy creek access to residents with smaller boats or kayaks.
Callawassie Island, SC: Golf & water activities galore.
In designing the 27-hole Callawassie Island golf course, Tom Fazio chose a routing that meanders intimately along the river and salt marshes. Callawassie is ideally located—near Hilton Head Island–yet a world apart from its crowds, noise and traffic. For convenience and charm, Beaufort is only 15 minutes away and historic Savannah only 30. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
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COLLETON RIVER PLANTATION, Bluffton
Colleton River Plantation, SC: Golf, nature preserve.
> Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton SC is a strictly private, gated country club community only two miles from Hilton Head Island’s bridge. Surrounded by the Colleton and Chechessee rivers and Lowcountry saltwater marshes, the 1,500-acre community offers the lowest density of any in the Hilton Head area. Send me more information about Colleton River Plantation!
It enjoys more than a mile of deepwater on the Colleton River and is surrounded by the 1,700-acre South Carolina Nature Preserve, which is never to be developed.
Colleton River Plantation, SC: Easy water access.
Colleton River Plantation offers a community dock with access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean, plus an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, an 18-hole Pete Dye Signature golf course, an “Augusta National-type” par-3 golf course and a large practice complex. It is also home to a Stan Smith-designed tennis center. Send me more information about Colleton River Plantation!
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HAMPTON LAKE, Bluffton
Hampton Lake, SC: 900 acres w/ pool, spa, boat slips.
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC is a 900-acre lake community minutes from Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort. It overlooks a 165-acre freshwater lake with 15 miles of shoreline and is surrounded by a 340-acre nature preserve. Residents gather at the Lakeside Amenity Village, built of reclaimed barn-board paneling and warmed by two grand stone fireplaces. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
Its spacious Lakeview Room is home to events of all kinds, and its decks and porches overlook the lake. Other amenities include the Spa and Fitness Central, the Tower Bar, waterfront Backwater Bill’s restaurant and the Adventure Lagoon pool complex.
Hampton Lake, SC: Depart from Doc’s for great fishing.
Residents launch boats from Doc’s Boathouse and visit The Outpost campsite across the lake, which is stocked with a wide variety of fish species. Great golf is a cart ride away via a special cart path to Hampton Hall next door, which features a private Pete Dye course that is available to Hampton Hall residents. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
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HILTON HEAD PLANTATION, Bluffton
Hilton Head Plantation, SC: Four golf courses, boating, more.
> Hilton Head Plantation, Bluffton SC is a private gated community on the north end of Hilton Head Island, a location convenient to shopping, dining, golf and many other standout amenities. More than 4,000 acres surrounded by Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal waterway contribute to the superior lifestyle and diversification in views and price points. Send me more information about Hilton Head Plantation!
Tennis and boating are also favorite pastimes for plantation residents, with Skull Creek Marina just minutes away. Diverse activities and amenities combined with low annual fees make this community especially attractive to second-home owners and primary residents alike.
Although Hilton Head Plantation has approximately 10,000 residents, the community is divided into neighborhoods, which provide great basis for socializing and building lasting friendships. Within the gates of the plantation are four golf courses, offering a full range of membership options and the best in country club living. Send me more information about Hilton Head Plantation!
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PALMETTO BLUFF, Bluffton
Palmetto Bluff, SC: Golf, boating, vast natural environment.
> Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton SC is a vast, 20,000-acre retreat between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Georgia, distinguished by miles of uninterrupted waterways, scenic rivers and creeks that are ideal for boating and sport fishing. Palmetto Bluff’s activity centers—the Village, the neighborhoods, the Inn, the golf club, the canoe and kayak club—are linked through a series of historic roads, pathways and waterways. Send me more information about Palmetto Bluff!
In the waters around Palmetto Bluff are large numbers of bottle-nosed dolphin, plus varieties of game fish. These same tidal rivers contain healthy populations of blue crabs and shrimp and even the occasional manatee.
The Sports Campus, located in the Village, includes such amenities as tennis courts, croquet, bocce and other lawn sports. The community’s Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course is laid out on oak-studded natural terrain. The Inn at Palmetto Bluff, in the center of the Village, is operated by internationally renowned Montage Resorts. Send me more information about Palmetto Bluff!
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HAIG POINT CLUB, Daufuskie Island
Haig Point Club, SC: Miles of beachfront, private access.
> Haig Point Club, Daufuskie Island SC is a serene and nature-loving community on Daufuskie Island, just off the coast between Hilton Head and Savannah, GA. Without a causeway connecting it to the mainland, Daufuskie is accessible only by a private ferry system originating from Hilton Head. It’s the ultimate private getaway. Send me more information about Haig Point Club!
With 3.5 miles of pristine beachfront, Daufuskie is surrounded by the waters of the Calibogue Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean.
Haig Point Club, SC: Waterfront golf, equestrian, more.
The community is home to a Rees Jones Signature golf course, featuring spectacular waterfront holes, and a nine-hole short course. The Haig Point Tennis Center features six Har-Tru courts. Other amenities at Haig Point include an equestrian center, two restaurants and a community park. Haig Point has a community dock where members and guests may tie up for the day, rent a kayak or fish. Send me more information about Haig Point Club!
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MOSS CREEK PLANTATION, Hilton Head Island
Moss Creek Plantation, SC: 1,000 acres w/ nature preserves.
> Moss Creek, Hilton Head Island SC is a private, master-planned community covering 1,000 acres just minutes from the bridge that leads to world-famous Hilton Head Island. Property owners each own a share of Moss Creek’s enviable amenities. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
The long list begins with two superb golf courses, seven tennis courts and 14,000-sf clubhouse. Water and nature provide much activity opportunities with two nature preserves, casual waterfront pavilion, a marshfront pool, boat storage facility and miles of trails.
The community’s private marina accommodates 75 wet slips and 125 dry slips, along with three kayak racks and water and electricity at docksides. From the marina it’s an easy ride to the Intracoastal Waterway.
Moss Creek Plantation, SC: 2 18-hole courses.
Golf at Moss Creek is a testament to the early greatness of Tom Fazio, who designed the entire Devils Elbow complex–both the South and North 18-hole courses. The Moss Creek Community Pool complex features a 4,200-square-foot beach-entry pool, a 16-foot kiddie pool, a fine lap pool, with comfort facilities and a snack bar for convenience. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
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OLDFIELD, Okatie
Oldfield, SC: Overlooking Okatie River.
> Oldfield, Okatie SC is a private, gated golf and riverfront community that overlooks a spectacular horseshoe bend in the Okatie River deep in the Lowcountry. Its 800 acres overflow with magnificent moss-draped live oaks and dramatic marsh vistas. Send me more information about Oldfield!
Activity on the water is a part of everyday life here. At the Outfitters Center, the Oldfield River Pro leads residents in sea kayaking, shrimping, canoeing and fly-fishing. Community docks, boat storage and concierge boat service in and out make the boating experience fun and carefree.
Oldfield’s Equestrian Center is a top-notch boarding and horse care facility. In addition, there are a variety of summer equestrian camps for young riders from 4 to 7 and eight and up.
Oldfield, SC: River House views to the Okatie River and fishing.
Oldfield offers a Greg Norman golf course that winds across broad savannas of broomgrass and palmetto up to the marshes of the Okatie River. The 13,000-sf clubhouse is an active spot for dining, events and fitness. Send me more information about Oldfield!
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Top 7 Reasons to Retire to Arizona
in Best Place, Buyer Resources, Editorial Features, Golf Retirement Planner, Retirement PlannerTop 7 Reasons to Retire to Arizona
by Charlie O’Malley
Principal Realtor
The O’Malley Group
Member, Golf Course Home
Retirement Planner Advisory Board
Should you consider retiring to Arizona? Yes!
An Arizona resident for 30+ years, I know the state and its advantages well. I graduated from Arizona schools and universities and grew up around real estate with my dad, Chuck O’Malley. In 2003 we, along with my brother Tim, started The O’Malley Group.
We have seen firsthand what makes Arizona a great place to retire and have helped countless clients realize their dream of retiring here. Given our experience, here are our Top 7 Reasons you should consider retiring to Arizona.
Retiree Haven
Sun City, just to the northwest of Phoenix, was the first active adult community in the U.S. Since then retirement communities have sprung up all over the state. Scottsdale, with its numerous world-class golf courses, has become a very popular location. Check out these Scottsdale communities to see why:
Mirabel, Scottsdale
Desert Mountain, Scottsdale
DC Ranch, Scottadale
Tax-Friendly Toward Retirees
Social Security is not taxed, property taxes are substantially lower than the national average, and public pensions qualify for a deduction.
Property valuation follows a complex system, but many seniors are able to take advantage of clauses that reduce housing costs. Also, groceries, one of the major living expenses for seniors, are exempt from Arizona sales tax. Send me more information about retiring to Arizona
Cost of Living
Arizona is well-known for main cities such as Phoenix, and the cost of living in Phoenix makes it a bargain among big cities. Send me more information about retiring to Arizona
Varied Climate, Outdoor Lifestyle
At Mirabel, you’re close to golf and outdoor activities.
Sure, Arizona is well-known for being extremely warm, but it is not one big, hot desert. Due to its many mountains, the state of Arizona actually has one of the highest average elevations in the entire U.S., with an average of 4,100 feet. And higher elevations means cooler temperatures.
Thus, the state’s climate can vary widely. Phoenix, for example, is a great place to be during the winter, with highs in the 60s and 70s. Phoenix has an elevation of 1,086 feet. Scottsdale is 1,257 feet and Sedona is 4,350. Flagstaff, at 6,909 feet, is the highest.
The varied climate and desert and mountain environments create together wonderfully rich opportunities for outdoor activities. From golf and tennis to biking and hiking to equestrian and river activities, you’ll find it all in Arizona. Send me more information about retiring to Arizona
Weather Benefits
Many believe that Arizona’s low humidity and high heat can be good for your health and have related how they have helped relieve both allergies and arthritis.
(However, while many people experience such benefits, you should consult your own doctor how the environment would affect you personally.)
Low-Maintenance Yards
Low-maintenance living at Desert Mountain, Scottsdale.
While it’s not the most important of the Top 7 Reasons to retire to Arizona, less yard work has great appeal. People tend to think of green lawns as being the epitome of a beautiful yard. Not so in Arizona. Arizona is full of beautiful, colorful flora that thrives in the dry climate–and it’s a lot easier to maintain.
Great Attractions
Perhaps one of the best-known things about Arizona is the Grand Canyon. It’s one of the seven natural wonders of the world, and no matter where in Arizona you choose to settle down, the Grand Canyon is only a few hours away. Send me more information about retiring to Arizona
Retire to Hilton Head and Bluffton, SC
in Best Place, Editorial Features, Retirement Communities, Retirement Living, Retirement Plannerby Darle Booher
Realtor, Carolina Realty Group
Member, Golf Course Home
Retirement Planner Advisory Board
Hilton Head Island is one of the finest resorts in the country, offering outstanding beaches and incomparable natural beauty.
Along with this unrivaled foundation come great restaurants, excellent shopping and much to do. No wonder that the area, in combination with the nearby and idyllic Lowcountry town of Bluffton, has become popular with retirees. Send me more information about the Hilton Head-Bluffton area!
Annual magnet: The RBC Heritage golf tournament.
Newcomers learn about Hilton Head and Bluffton in many ways. Watching the RBC Heritage golf tournament at the Harbour Town Golf Course in Sea Pines on TV with its spectacular vistas and golf layouts has long been one of the major ways of learning about the area.
But it’s just one of many paths leading to this magical coastal landscape.
A Lifetime Draw for Multi-Generations
Many residents have discovered the Lowcountry by visiting as children, then adults, and ultimately choosing to call it home.
The multi-generational factor is one of the things that makes the Hilton Head area so special. Knowing that children and grandchildren will want to visit is a key element in the decision to settle here.
Enjoy beautiful beaches such as Hilton Head Plantation.
In addition, the island is just a one-day drive from locations throughout the Northeast and Midwest, it offers assurance that family members and friends will be able to come often. Send me more information about the Hilton Head-Bluffton area!
The Change of Seasons
Many newcomers are moving from cooler climates that have a definitive change of seasons. Thus, they are often pleasantly surprised to discover that the Lowcountry also has four seasons.
Take in the seasons with near-year-round outdoor living.
While considerably more subtle then a snowy, wintry day, the cooler temps and ever-changing landscapes throughout the year provide a natural rhythm to the passing years.
The tree canopy is spectacular with moss draped Live Oaks, Southern Magnolias, various types of holly, pines, and hardwoods. There are flowers that bloom throughout the year.
The habitat is also ideal for a variety of shore and land birds. Bald Eagles, Ospreys, Snowy Egrets, Pelicans, and Blue Heron are among the birds seen daily. Send me more information about the Hilton Head-Bluffton area!
Cultural Events
There are special benefits to living in a year-round community. Near the top of the list is access to fantastic cultural events–far more than one would expect from a community of this size.
The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro John Morris Russell, also conductor of the Cincinnati Pops, is outstanding.
Music & dining go hand in hand.
The Arts Center entertains with high-quality musicals and drama productions along with a variety of other special programs.
The Chorale Society provides some incredible performances and offers an opportunity for locals who have a passion for singing to become a society member. It is easy to participate and get involved–these and other art forms in the area offer something for everyone.
The World Affairs Council brings excellent speakers, focusing on topics that are relevant and informative. The appreciative audiences are more than 500 members strong, showing enthusiastic community support and interest. Send me more information about the Hilton Head-Bluffton area!
Old Town Bluffton
Close by to Hilton Head Island is Old Town Bluffton. This classic Lowcountry town has a style and character all its own. Loaded with galleries, boutiques and restaurants from coffee shops to gourmet dining, it is a major drawing card for locals and guests.
A natural setting for fishing, clamming & shellfish.
The trendy, small town atmosphere is a natural gathering place in a historic setting on the May River. Markets and festivals abound delivering Southern charm and hospitality, as no other place can.
There is so much to do that even those who have recently retired have never been busier. With time to volunteer, participate in sporting activities, take classes, entertain family and friends, and dine at the excellent restaurants, the calendar will fill up quickly. Send me more information about the Hilton Head-Bluffton area!
A friendly and welcoming community
Perhaps the best thing about living here is that it is a very friendly and welcoming community. Almost everyone has moved here from another location and extends the same hospitality to new residents they received as newcomers.
Beautiful homes, beautiful views.
Both Bluffton and Hilton Head are recognized by major publications ranking the best places to live, the best beaches, top golf courses and communities, top retirement communities, and much, much more.
The combination of the best of island resort living and the small town atmosphere of Bluffton are hard to beat. Fortunately, they are close enough that locals can enjoy both, no matter where they live in the Lowcountry.
If you are planning to relocate, be sure to check out both Hilton Head’s island lifestyle and Bluffton’s Lowcountry mainland charm. Send me more information about the Hilton Head-Bluffton area!
Why I Live Where I Live: Champion Hills, Hendersonville, NC
in Retirement Planner, Vacation Resort Communities, Why I Live Where I LiveChampion Hills: Mountain views, great golf and good friends.
When asked why they chose to live where they live, people often jump at the chance, especially when they live in the luxury golf community of Champion Hills in Hendersonville, NC.
Thus, it’s worth taking a minute to screen two short videos (see link below) in which two families share their personal feelings for the community.
Todd and Julie Headley from Washington, D.C., explain that their first visit to Champion Hills told them it was the Western North Carolina area they had been seeking.
Spectacular views are standard on the Tom Fazio mountain course.
Along with the spectacular surrounding, Champion Hills provides them proximity to all that Hendersonville, Asheville and the entire region have to offer.
Julie put it best when she cited the simple pleasure of “taking the dog for a walk and running into neighbors who quickly become good friends.”
For Tom and Patricia Van Laar, what stood out was the realization that residents of the community “had lived very interesting lives,” and came from “all parts of the U.S. and all parts of the world,” as Patricia puts it.
The Van Laars themselves had lived in a number of places in the States as well as in Europe.
Homes are high quality and feature modern design and features.
They owned a home in Hilton Head, but wanted a second place in the mountains. Tom and Patricia visited a number of communities, but knew when they came to Champion Hills they had found something unique.
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Hilton Head Island SC: New Energy, New Investment & Renovation Attract Retirees & More Visitors
in Retirement Communities, Retirement Living, Retirement Plannerby Michael Notartomaso
Member, Golf Course Home
Retirement Planner Advisory Board
This week Hilton Head Island SC, is hosting golf’s top players at the 48th Annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing (April 11–17) at the famed Harbour Town Golf Links at Sea Pines Resort.
Spectators and players alike share a deep regard for a tournament that has become one of the most beloved, respected and charitable stops on the PGA TOUR. Hilton Head’s signature event and South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR golf tournament pumps more than $96 million into the state of South Carolina economy each year.
New Investment, More Visitors
Beautiful beaches are standard at Hilton Head Plantation.
Hilton Head Island SC has rebounded significantly from the days, not many years ago, when the very future of the Heritage was in question. Last year‘s record 2.65 million annual visitors were, in many ways, the result of $300 million dollars invested in the island’s hotels and amenities over the last few years by new owners and legacy investors as well. Send me more information about Hilton Head Plantation!
Sea Pines Resort alone has invested between $50 and $100 million dollars in a new 55,000 square foot club house at Harbour Town, complete with a 4,000-square-foot locker room to accommodate a full tour field, renovation of its golf courses, indoor and outdoor dining venues and other amenities.
Tourism generates over 15,000 jobs in Beaufort County or roughly 17 percent of the workforce and tourism’s economic impact on Hilton Head is estimated at $993.6 million dollars annually.
Real Estate Sales Are Up
Real Estate buyers have taken notice. Total closed sales increased 13.2 percent on Hilton Head Island in 2015, according to South Carolina Realtors’ annual market report. Hilton Head continues to lead the state in highest median list prices, at $276,900, up by 7.3 percent from 2014.
Moss Creek offers golf, equestrian facilities and dockage.
Statewide, the annual median sales price was up by more than 6 percent, to $172,000 — the highest since SC Realtors began tracking it in 2005. The median owner-occupied home value on Hilton Head is $447,400. Send me more information about Moss Creek Plantation!
Retirees Choose Hilton Head Island SC
Hilton Head, with its beautiful beaches, golf, tennis, great shopping and a host of dining options is a magnet for 2.5 million visitors a year and many of those return to become part of the islands 38,000 plus permanent residents. That trend is especially true for retirees.
Palmetto Bluff: Exquisite Lowcountry style.
From 2000 to 2014, the Town of Hilton Head aged at three times the national rate. Today about a third of residents are older than 65 – up from 24 percent in 2000. Send me more information about Palmetto Bluff!
Older and Smarter
Older yes, but they are also more educated, socially active, wealthier and more inclined to volunteer their time and skills to give back to the community. About 58 percent of the island’s seniors have a bachelor’s degree compared to 37 percent in Beaufort County and 22 percent statewide.
Serve crabs for dinner courtesy of Oldfield’s crabbing dock.
Beaufort County has the highest per capita income in the state at $32,290, in part thanks to Hilton Head’s $45,116 per capita income, only slightly more than half of which comes from wages. Send me more information about Oldfield!
Culture Gets a Big Boost
The islands retirees are a game-changer for the local cultural institutions such as the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra and the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.
Colleton River offers 36 holes of champion golf and water views.
Their volunteerism, philanthropy and an abundance of talent also provide a support system for the islands non-profits such as Volunteers in Medicine, the Coastal Discovery Museum and others. Send me more information about Colleton River!
Volunteers also provide thousands of hours of service on the Town of Hilton Head’s many committees. There is little doubt that this group is reshaping the future of Hilton Head for the better. It is a remarkable place to visit and an even better one to call home. And more so now than ever.
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Michael Notartomaso is 39-year-resident of Hilton Head Island SC, CEO of the Hilton Head Group, Inc. and a member of the Golf Course Home Retirement Planner Advisory Board. He can be contacted at hhgroup@hargray.com
North & Central Florida Homes for Sale, FL Getaways, Hot Trends Shaping Today’s Communities
in Newsletter, Retirement Living, Retirement Planner, Water View HomesGood Morning! Today’s issue features a special focus on North and Central Florida homes and an advisory about the hottest trends in today’s communities.
Written by GCH Retirement Planning Advisory Board Member and President of Wood+Partners Mark Baker, you’ll learn how developers and planners are adjusting to the changing tastes of Baby Boomers and other generational buyers. See below for details, news, a Florida Stay’nPlay and more!–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
GCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,079 January 29, 2016 Circ. 15,000
RETIREMENT PLANNER
* Retirement Planner: The Hottest Trends Shaping Today’s Communities
NORTH & CENTRAL FLORIDA HOMES for Sale
* Solivita, Poinciana
* World Golf Village, St. Augustine
* Bellalago, Kissimmee
* GlenLakes, Weeki Wachee
* Golden Ocala, Ocala
* Getaways & Stay ‘n’ Plays – Solivita, FL
* What’s Going On At… World Golf Village, FL
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> Southern Travel: SC Lowcountry Discovery Visit Packages
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> Casa del Lago, Dominican Republic, Joins GCHN
* Watch for our next issue – Tuesday, February 2nd!
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FLORIDA HOMES FOR SALE
SOLIVITA, Poinciana
> More listing information: Solivita, FL
Asking Price: $269,990
Address: Classic Collection neighborhood, Poinciana, FL 34759
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
This move-in-ready home is designed on the Castello floor plan. It provide 2,259 sf of living space in the over-55 community of Solivita.
KEY FEATURES
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WORLD GOLF VILLAGE, St. Augustine
> More listing information: World Golf Village, FL
Asking Price: $349,000
Property Address: 3853 Paddington Place, St. Augustine, FL 32092
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Tucked in the back of The King and Bear gated community, on a private cul-de-sac, this pool home has been thoughtfully maintained inside and out.
KEY FEATURES
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BELLALAGO, Kissimmee
> More listing information: Bellalago, FL
Asking Price: $389,990
Property Address: Tuscany neighborhood, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
This 3,274-sf move-in ready home with its desirable lakefront setting, provides stylish, two-level living in a highly regarded over-55 community with a wide array of clubs and social activities to enjoy.
KEY FEATURES
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GLENLAKES, Weeki Wachee
> More listing information: GlenLakes, FL
Asking Price: $279,996
Property Address: Addison Preserve Model, Weeki Wachee, FL 34613
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
With a direct view of No. 15 tee from its spacious lanai, this well-proportioned 2,533-sf golf home, built on the popular Addison Preserve floor plan, is advantageously sited in the community.
KEY FEATURES
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GOLDEN OCALA, Ocala
> More listing information: Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, FL
Asking Price: $725,000
Property Address: 2730 80 Avenue, Ocala, FL 34482
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
This 3,292-sf custom home provides rare and spectacular water views with sunsets, plus exquisite finishes inside.
KEY FEATURES
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Solivita, FL: Enjoy amenities during stay.
> Solivita, Poinciana FL continues its popular Discovery Days welcome program, offering three days/two nights with lodging in a furnished guest home.
It’s a chance to enjoy complimentary lunch and dinner, cruise one of the country’s premier 55-plus communities in your personal golf cart, use all recreational facilities, meet residents and speak with sales staff. Price is $129 plus tax for two people–$179 with golf. Send me more information about Solivita!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
World Golf Village, FL: Presidents Day event.
> World Golf Village, St. Augustine FL and its on-site World Golf Hall of Fame is celebrating Presidents Day Weekend, Feb. 13-16, with special events like presentations on Hall of Fame-inducted Presidents George H.W. Bush and Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Visitors are invited to join in a special scavenger hunt that enters them to win a Hall of Fame package. Send me more information about World Golf Village!
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RETIREMENT PLANNER
The Hottest Trends Shaping Today’s Communities
By Mark L. Baker, ASLA, President, Wood+Partners Inc.
Founding Member, GCH Retirement Planning Advisory Board
The real estate market for golf and residential amenity communities has changed dramatically over the recent decade. Hundreds of courses have closed, many within residential communities.
This downturn has forced developers, property owners, associations and managers to come up with new answers on how to best attract and serve today’s buyer. And they have responded—with new ideas, new planning concepts and evolving new development trends. Read on to see what these trends are and how they are shaping today’s–and tomorrow’s–communities.
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Carolina Living, Part 1: Living in the Lowcountry On & Near the Water
in Buyer Resources, Newsletter, Retirement PlannerGood Morning! Carolina Living is the focus of today’s issue as much of the Mid-Atlantic and New England face a major snow event. What better time to be thinking about lazying about in the Lowcountry where fishing, crabbing, hiking, kayaking, boating and, of course, golf are all popular pastimes?
This is the first of several issues focusing on Carolina Living. For today, think about kicking back with the Lowcountry life and the eight world-class communities presented below.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
GCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,077 January 22, 2016 Circ. 15,000
Carolina Living, Part 1 / Lowcountry Communities
* Callawassie Island, Callawassie Island
* Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton
* Hampton Lake, Bluffton
* Hilton Head Plantation, Bluffton
* Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton
* Haig Point Club, Daufuskie Island
* Moss Creek Plantation, Bluffton
* Oldfield, Okatie
Now Trending on GCH Network:
> Water View Homes Special Edition, Part I
> Casa del Lago, Dominican Republic, Joins GCHN
> Special South Florida Homes Issue
* Watch for our next issue – Tuesday, January 26th!
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CALLAWASSIE ISLAND, Callawassie Island
Callawassie Island SC: Homes overlook Colleton River.
> Callawassie Island, SC is a private, gated island community in the heart of the Lowcountry, overlooking the beautiful Colleton River and laced with tidal rivers, creeks, and freshwater ponds. The community’s River Club provides a casual gathering place, with its family swimming pool, sundeck and fire pit area outside. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
Its docks offer community boat tie-ups and slips, as well as deep-water access to the Colleton River and Port Royal Sound. The Sugar Mill Ruins dock and the Paddler’s Point dock offer easy creek access to residents with smaller boats or kayaks.
Callawassie Island, SC: Golf & water activities galore.
In designing the 27-hole Callawassie Island golf course, Tom Fazio chose a routing that meanders intimately along the river and salt marshes. Callawassie is ideally located—near Hilton Head Island–yet a world apart from its crowds, noise and traffic. For convenience and charm, Beaufort is only 15 minutes away and historic Savannah only 30. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
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COLLETON RIVER PLANTATION, Bluffton
Colleton River Plantation, SC: Golf, nature preserve.
> Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton SC is a strictly private, gated country club community only two miles from Hilton Head Island’s bridge. Surrounded by the Colleton and Chechessee rivers and Lowcountry saltwater marshes, the 1,500-acre community offers the lowest density of any in the Hilton Head area. Send me more information about Colleton River Plantation!
It enjoys more than a mile of deepwater on the Colleton River and is surrounded by the 1,700-acre South Carolina Nature Preserve, which is never to be developed.
Colleton River Plantation, SC: Easy water access.
Colleton River Plantation offers a community dock with access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean, plus an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, an 18-hole Pete Dye Signature golf course, an “Augusta National-type” par-3 golf course and a large practice complex. It is also home to a Stan Smith-designed tennis center. Send me more information about Colleton River Plantation!
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HAMPTON LAKE, Bluffton
Hampton Lake, SC: 900 acres w/ pool, spa, boat slips.
> Hampton Lake, Bluffton SC is a 900-acre lake community minutes from Hilton Head, Savannah and Beaufort. It overlooks a 165-acre freshwater lake with 15 miles of shoreline and is surrounded by a 340-acre nature preserve. Residents gather at the Lakeside Amenity Village, built of reclaimed barn-board paneling and warmed by two grand stone fireplaces. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
Its spacious Lakeview Room is home to events of all kinds, and its decks and porches overlook the lake. Other amenities include the Spa and Fitness Central, the Tower Bar, waterfront Backwater Bill’s restaurant and the Adventure Lagoon pool complex.
Hampton Lake, SC: Depart from Doc’s for great fishing.
Residents launch boats from Doc’s Boathouse and visit The Outpost campsite across the lake, which is stocked with a wide variety of fish species. Great golf is a cart ride away via a special cart path to Hampton Hall next door, which features a private Pete Dye course that is available to Hampton Hall residents. Send me more information about Hampton Lake!
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HILTON HEAD PLANTATION, Bluffton
Hilton Head Plantation, SC: Four golf courses, boating, more.
> Hilton Head Plantation, Bluffton SC is a private gated community on the north end of Hilton Head Island, a location convenient to shopping, dining, golf and many other standout amenities. More than 4,000 acres surrounded by Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal waterway contribute to the superior lifestyle and diversification in views and price points. Send me more information about Hilton Head Plantation!
Tennis and boating are also favorite pastimes for plantation residents, with Skull Creek Marina just minutes away. Diverse activities and amenities combined with low annual fees make this community especially attractive to second-home owners and primary residents alike.
Although Hilton Head Plantation has approximately 10,000 residents, the community is divided into neighborhoods, which provide great basis for socializing and building lasting friendships. Within the gates of the plantation are four golf courses, offering a full range of membership options and the best in country club living. Send me more information about Hilton Head Plantation!
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PALMETTO BLUFF, Bluffton
Palmetto Bluff, SC: Golf, boating, vast natural environment.
> Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton SC is a vast, 20,000-acre retreat between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Georgia, distinguished by miles of uninterrupted waterways, scenic rivers and creeks that are ideal for boating and sport fishing. Palmetto Bluff’s activity centers—the Village, the neighborhoods, the Inn, the golf club, the canoe and kayak club—are linked through a series of historic roads, pathways and waterways. Send me more information about Palmetto Bluff!
In the waters around Palmetto Bluff are large numbers of bottle-nosed dolphin, plus varieties of game fish. These same tidal rivers contain healthy populations of blue crabs and shrimp and even the occasional manatee.
The Sports Campus, located in the Village, includes such amenities as tennis courts, croquet, bocce and other lawn sports. The community’s Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course is laid out on oak-studded natural terrain. The Inn at Palmetto Bluff, in the center of the Village, is operated by internationally renowned Montage Resorts. Send me more information about Palmetto Bluff!
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HAIG POINT CLUB, Daufuskie Island
Haig Point Club, SC: Miles of beachfront, private access.
> Haig Point Club, Daufuskie Island SC is a serene and nature-loving community on Daufuskie Island, just off the coast between Hilton Head and Savannah, GA. Without a causeway connecting it to the mainland, Daufuskie is accessible only by a private ferry system originating from Hilton Head. It’s the ultimate private getaway. Send me more information about Haig Point Club!
With 3.5 miles of pristine beachfront, Daufuskie is surrounded by the waters of the Calibogue Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean.
Haig Point Club, SC: Waterfront golf, equestrian, more.
The community is home to a Rees Jones Signature golf course, featuring spectacular waterfront holes, and a nine-hole short course. The Haig Point Tennis Center features six Har-Tru courts. Other amenities at Haig Point include an equestrian center, two restaurants and a community park. Haig Point has a community dock where members and guests may tie up for the day, rent a kayak or fish. Send me more information about Haig Point Club!
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MOSS CREEK PLANTATION, Hilton Head Island
Moss Creek Plantation, SC: 1,000 acres w/ nature preserves.
> Moss Creek, Hilton Head Island SC is a private, master-planned community covering 1,000 acres just minutes from the bridge that leads to world-famous Hilton Head Island. Property owners each own a share of Moss Creek’s enviable amenities. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
The long list begins with two superb golf courses, seven tennis courts and 14,000-sf clubhouse. Water and nature provide much activity opportunities with two nature preserves, casual waterfront pavilion, a marshfront pool, boat storage facility and miles of trails.
The community’s private marina accommodates 75 wet slips and 125 dry slips, along with three kayak racks and water and electricity at docksides. From the marina it’s an easy ride to the Intracoastal Waterway.
Moss Creek Plantation, SC: 2 18-hole courses.
Golf at Moss Creek is a testament to the early greatness of Tom Fazio, who designed the entire Devils Elbow complex–both the South and North 18-hole courses. The Moss Creek Community Pool complex features a 4,200-square-foot beach-entry pool, a 16-foot kiddie pool, a fine lap pool, with comfort facilities and a snack bar for convenience. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
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OLDFIELD, Okatie
Oldfield, SC: Overlooking Okatie River.
> Oldfield, Okatie SC is a private, gated golf and riverfront community that overlooks a spectacular horseshoe bend in the Okatie River deep in the Lowcountry. Its 800 acres overflow with magnificent moss-draped live oaks and dramatic marsh vistas. Send me more information about Oldfield!
Activity on the water is a part of everyday life here. At the Outfitters Center, the Oldfield River Pro leads residents in sea kayaking, shrimping, canoeing and fly-fishing. Community docks, boat storage and concierge boat service in and out make the boating experience fun and carefree.
Oldfield’s Equestrian Center is a top-notch boarding and horse care facility. In addition, there are a variety of summer equestrian camps for young riders from 4 to 7 and eight and up.
Oldfield, SC: River House views to the Okatie River and fishing.
Oldfield offers a Greg Norman golf course that winds across broad savannas of broomgrass and palmetto up to the marshes of the Okatie River. The 13,000-sf clubhouse is an active spot for dining, events and fitness. Send me more information about Oldfield!
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New Development Trends: Golf Now Has to Share Amenity Time & Space at Communities
in Buyer Resources, Editorial Features, Retirement Living, Retirement PlannerBy Mark L. Baker, ASLA, President
Wood+Partners Inc.
Founding Member,
GCH Retirement Planning Advisory Board
The real estate market for golf and residential amenity communities has changed dramatically over the recent decade. The National Golf Foundation reports that more than 600 courses were closed between 2006 and 2013. Many of the Great Recession’s golf course closures occurred within residential communities.
This downturn has forced developers, property owners, associations and managers to come up with new answers on how to best attract and serve today’s buyer. And they have responded—with new ideas, new planning concepts and evolving new development trends. Further good news is that today’s economy is much improved and home sales are recovering.
Haig Point, SC: Waterfront & equestrian are important amenities.
The U.S. Census Bureau also reports that demographics are changing. For the first time in U.S. history, the Boomer generation is no longer the largest one. Today’s Boomer population of 75 million has been surpassed by Millennials which now totals 83 million. These two groups represent the largest segments of today’s real estate market.
What Boomers Want
Boomers are living and working longer, looking for opportunities to connect with others and stay engaged with kids and grandkids. More than the generation before them, they are seeking healthy and active lifestyles with multi-generational activities.
Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA: Outdoor, multi-generational gathering spaces reinforce ties to family and nature.
They feel the need and desire to have authenticity and want to be part of something important, to be good stewards of the environment and to continue learning.
What Millennials Want
Millennials are also looking for authenticity and active lifestyles. In addition, they are high tech and plugged in and want opportunities to stay connected to their peers and family. They are skeptical regarding real estate value and want to live, work and play with others in their cohort.
The generations grow closer with mutual interests & shared fun.
Many desire urban living in cities or village-like settings surrounding the urban core such as NoDa, the popular arts district in Charlotte, NC, or the Virginia Highland in Atlanta.
Lifestyle Trends
Today, people have less leisure time and want to engage in meaningful activities with others. Communities are focusing on these and other lifestyle trends as they plan and develop amenities to better attract buyers.
Today’s buyer is looking for meaningful shared interests.
Access to nature, walking and biking, canoeing and kayaking, multi-generational swimming pools and recreation facilities have become must-have amenities.
In addition, you’ll find more small, quaint retail villages organized around civic open spaces for community events and festivals. These are the key amenities you’ll see in today’s most successful communities.
Transformed Communities
WindRiver, a lakefront and golf community in the East Tennessee and Knoxville area is a good example of a community that is being transformed to appeal to today’s buyers.
WindRiver, TN: Wide open spaces, nature & a lakefront lifestyle.
WindRiver, formerly known as Rarity Pointe, was part of the Rarity Communities group which included multiple large scale communities developed and marketed primarily as golf course communities.
This community, now under new ownership, is being transformed into an active lifestyle, lakefront community with trails, open spaces and parks. It also offers a recreation amenity with a multi-generational swimming pool and recreation center, an inn and a marina with a club lifestyle on Tellico Lake.
Open Space & Gathering Places
New development activity at WindRiver is organized around multiple gathering places and centers of activity. These areas are complemented by diverse real estate offerings and amenities that appeal to a broad range of buyers and demographics.
WindRiver, TN: Renovated golf course plays shorter.
Golf is still very much in the mix, though. The golf course has been renovated, new tees were added to shorten holes and make play made more enjoyable. The beautiful golf course also serves as an amenity and a welcoming open space that enhances the rolling English countryside feel of the community.
Oldfield Embraces the Outdoors
Oldfield in Okatie, SC is another example of a successful amenity community with golf. An active lifestyle community, Oldfield offers a full range of choices and amenities embracing the outdoors. The stunning Greg Norman-designed golf course is now just one aspect of a full and rich experience.
Oldfield, SC: The Country Store, a reminder of old times.
Wellness, nature-based activities, historic assets and learning are all important aspects of life at Oldfield. This community was designed to reflect and enhance its rich cultural history and farm-like equestrian setting overlooking the Okatie River’s marshes and creeks, and it does.
Good News for Golf
The good news is that golf today can remain as an important recreation component, adding to a communities’ open space qualities, sense of place and recreation offerings. There are, after all, some 25 million golfers out there.
So in today’s changing market, look for forward-thinking communities with golf that are diversifying community life by providing recreation and learning opportunities that build on their unique qualities and sense of place.
The Field Club, Martha’s Vineyard, MA: Easy in, easy out for all.
Communities that have golf as an amenity will continue to offer it, but golf will no longer be the central defining amenity and social hub.
Look for communities that provide opportunities to gather and socialize in village greens, multi-generation recreation centers and swimming pools. See if they have access to nature, biking and walking by water. These are the communities that will be the most attractive to the current and next generation of buyers.
About the Author
Mark L. Baker, ASLA, President,
Wood+Partners Inc.
Mark Baker is President of Wood+Partners Inc., a regional land planning and landscape architecture firm with offices in Hilton Head Island, SC and Tallahassee, FL. In addition to being the firm’s President, Mark serves as the firms Director of Marketing and Partner-in-Charge of numerous public and private sector projects. He is also a Founding Member of the GCH Retirement Planning Advisory Board.
Oldfield, SC: The outfitter center by Wood + Partners.
The firm’s work covers a wide range of project types throughout the Southeastern United States and Caribbean. Projects include large scale mixed-use residential communities, new commercial town centers, downtown revitalization master plans, resorts and hotels, colleges and universities and large regional parks. Mark’s projects have received numerous awards throughout the years.
The GCH Retirement Planner: Quail Ridge FL, Plus Best Florida Getaways & Events
in Retirement Communities, Retirement Living, Retirement PlannerGood Morning! Today’s focus in the GCH Retirement Planner is Quail Ridge, FL, a private amenity rich community that is known for its friendly residents and beautifully landscaped grounds. Of course, that is just the beginning of the active life you’ll lead on its nearly 600 acres. See below for details.
We are also continuing with this week’s South Florida theme with travel packages to that area of the Sunshine State, plus community news, events and more. Read on for all the details.–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
GCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,073 January 8, 2016 Circ. 15,000
Today’s Real Estate Deals & News
* The GCH Retirement Planner – Quail Ridge Golf Club, FL
* South Florida Travel – Stuart & Palm Beach Gardens, FL
* What’s Going On At… GlenLakes, FL
* Community News and Updates – Wycliffe Golf Club, FL
Trending on GolfCourseHome.com:
> GCH Annual Index:The Year’s Best Posts & Communities
> South Florida Homes for Sale Special Issue
* Watch for our next issue – Tuesday, January 12th!
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THE GCH RETIREMENT PLANNER – Quail Ridge Golf Club, FL
> More Community Information: Quail Ridge Golf & CC, FL
Community Location: Golf Road, Boynton Beach, FL
Quick Overview
If you’re looking for a fully formed community where the emphasis is on friendship, shared values and common activities that create wonderful bonds instead of even more development and unsightly, unsold lots, then you’ve found your place. Send me more information about Quail Ridge!
Quail Ridge: FL: A place to make good friends.
Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club is a private golf community and club set on 578 acres that’s ideal for those who are approaching retirement or contemplating it in the near future. It is a completed, member-owned community that has reached its membership goal. All amenities are in place.
The Quail Ridge property is gracefully accented by pines, palms, oaks, hibiscus, bougainvillea and other varieties of trees and plants. Featuring condos, 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. Send me more information about Quail Ridge!
Quail Ridge, FL: 36 holes of Joe Lee golf.
Planning to stay active and in shape? Then you’ll be spending time at the 6,000-sf fitness center, 29 swimming pools, 14 tennis courts and walking, jogging, biking trails. The golf is great, too, with both courses easy on the eyes with tree-lined fairways of pines, palms, oaks, ficus and palmettos.
And how’s the living at Quail Ridge? In a word, easy. Various in-house service units take care of all resident needs, including full-service maintenance and repair, plus a fully staffed housekeeping department. Now that’s the key to an ideal vacation and retirement! Send me more information about Quail Ridge!
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
PGA National, FL: Getaway includes luxury lodging, golf.
> PGA National Resort and Spa, Palm Beach Gardens FL invites visitors to try its Gold Golf Package, suited to golfers of all skill levels. This package includes luxury accommodations with private balcony or terrace. full breakfast each day in the Palm Terrace restaurant, a round of golf daily on the Palmer, Fazio, Squire or Estates courses (Surcharge for Champion course), plus unlimited range balls and golf bag storage. Advance tee times are recommended.
Per person, per night, double occupancy rates begin at $329 from now until April 30. Send me more information about PGA National!
Harbour Ridge, FL: Getaway cost refunded w/ purchase.
> Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC presented by HR Properties, Stuart FL The 2015 GCH Community of the Year is currently offering a winter Discovery Package for 3 days/2 nights with lodging and much more. You’ll get the royal treatment with two luncheons and a dinner for two, plus two rounds of golf for two. You also enjoy unlimited use of the tennis and fitness center.
A temporary membership number will be assigned to you while on-property to give you access to the amenities. A personal tour of homes and condos comes with the package.Please note that the total cost of your visit will be refunded if you make a real estate purchase. Package cost: $500. Send me more information about Harbour Ridge!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Wycliffe Golf & CC, FL: Holding charity fundraisers.
> Wycliffe Golf & Country Club, Wellington FL and its Wycliffe Charities Foundation recently held their 4th annual Tour de Wycliffe event to raise funds for some of the most worth charities in Palm Beach County, including Hospice of Palm Beach.
The event included a walk/run/bike-ride of three to five miles around the community. All together there were over 100 participants doing their part to help out. Send me more information about Wycliffe!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
GlenLakes, FL: Hosts comedy event w/ dinner.
> GlenLakes, Weeki Wachee FL presents “The Standup Comedy Show, with John De Boer, happening Wed., Jan. 13 in the GlenLakes clubhouse. It’s a dinner-and-a-show evening that kicks off at 6 p.m. with cocktails and socializing.
Dinner, featuring an entree choice of Chicken Scampi or Swai Bass Bostonian, is served at 6:30 and the show begins at 8. Price is $20 for the dinner plus $10 for the show. Send me more information about GlenLakes!
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South Florida Homes for Sale: Special South Florida Issue!
in All Listings Issue, Newsletter, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Living, Retirement PlannerGood Morning! And Happy New Year! Welcome to the first newsletter of 2016–a south Florida homes for sale issue in which you will find south Florida golf and water view homes priced from $234,900 and up. Begin your Florida home search here.
Also, in case you missed it, we sent out our popular 2015 GCH Annual Index the week after Christmas. Please check it out for the year’s most visited communities, Community of the Year announcement, most-read retirement planners, best articles and more!–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
GCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,072 January 5, 2016 Circ. 15,000
Today’s Real Estate Deals & News
* South Florida Homes for Sale: Special Issue
* The 2015 GCH Annual Index – The Best Articles & Communities of the Year
* Next Issue: South Florida Travel Packages – Friday, January 8th!
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SOUTH FLORIDA HOMES FOR SALE
> More listing information: Quail Ridge Golf & CC, Boynton Beach FL
Asking Price: $265,000
Property Address: 10743 Quail Covey Road, Unit Azalea, Boynton Beach, FL 33436
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
This 1,958-sf villa home provides excellent lake and golf course views. The master bath has been renovated with beautiful green glass tile in shower area and as half wall in vanity area. Dual bowl sinks and dark wood vanity complete the updated look.
KEY FEATURES
> More listing information: Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart FL
Asking Price: $520,000
Property Address: 4425 SE Frazier Court, Stuart, FL 34997
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
This 2,966-sf luxury home occupies an excellent site on a cul-de-sac lot overlooking the 13th fairway. It has a custom sound music system throughout and a covered lanai that opens up to a spacious screen-enclosed patio and sparkling pool.
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> More listing information: Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Stuart FL
Asking Price: $559,000
Property Address: 2511 Hollyberry Lane
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2.5
Upgraded and customized, this rarely offered Kensington model is in the desirable Grande section, on a private and oversized houseboat that is steps from the Grande community pool.
KEY FEATURES
> More listing information: The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach, FL
Asking Price: $234,900
Property Address: 10768 Grande Boulevard
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
This home is situated on a lushly landscaped lot in the custom home section of Harbour Village. The residence is centered on a pool/spa and large patio, providing a serene setting and views from the entire house.
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> More listing information: Wycliffe Golf & CC, FL
Asking Price: $389,000
Property Address: 3882 Newhaven Lake Drive, Wellington, FL 33449
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
This magnificent ‘Somerset” model home is located on a quiet street in the prestigious Manchester Lakes community in Wycliffe Golf and Country Club. The home features a large screened enclosed patio with private waterfront view, all opening accordion shutters, oversized hot water heater and full house surge protection system, plus upgraded appliances.
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Retire to Reynolds Lake Ocone GA, New PGA National Sports Club, Real Estate for Sale in FL, NC, SC, UT
in Golf Retirement Planner, Newsletter, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement PlannerGCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,068 December 11, 2015 Circ. 15,000
Today’s Real Estate Deals & News
* Retirement Planner: Reynolds Lake Ocone, GA
* Florida Homes for Sale
* South Carolina Homes for Sale
* North Carolina Homes for Sale
* Texas Homes for Sale
* Utah Homesite for Sale
* Getaways & Stay ‘n’ Plays – Reynolds on Lake Oconee, GA
* Community News and Updates – PGA National FL
* Watch for our next issue – Tuesday, December 15th!
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RETIREMENT PLANNER: Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA
> More community information: Reynolds Lake Oconee, Greensboro, GA
Location: Linger Longer Road, Greensboro, GA
Quick Overview
Reynolds Lake Oconee is a lake and golf community set on the shores of Lake Oconee 75 miles east of Atlanta via Interstate 20. While it has long been known as a golf mecca with 117 holes of championship golf, the community’s new name underscores it beautiful setting along more than 374 miles of Lake Oconee shoreline and the lake activities that go with it.
Start with the Lake Club Fitness Center and its four marinas and you quickly understand that a commitment to golf can be shared with other pursuits. A member-only club, the center also features one indoor and two outdoor pools, 16-court tennis center, spa services and miles of walking trails. Send me more information about Reynolds Lake Oconee!
A good catch knows no generational bounds.
Find Your Tribe
Whether you are retiring in 10 years, about to make the plunge, or planning a vacation, you’re sure to find your tribe at Reynolds. There are 30 clubs that have been organized by the members themselves to follow their particular passion. Don’t see a club for you? Start your own and you’ll quickly discover like-minded residents.
In addition, exhibitions, performances, lectures and author meet-and-greets and the popular Linger Longer Living cultural series help keep intellects stirring. Send me more information about Reynolds Lake Oconee!
Golf & Water Views
Most of the homesites and cottages now offered at Reynolds Lake Oconee overlook either the lake or one of six championship golf courses. Some even offer a combination of both golf and lake. Year-round residences and vacation homes here blend in with the natural surroundings and offer easy access to all amenities.
Southern Living Magazine chose Reynolds Lake Oconee as the location home for its renowned Idea House. And if you want to get a taste of the Reynolds life, stay at the Ritz-Carlton Lodge which is on-site for both vacationers and real estate prospects. Real estate begins at just $39,900. Send me more information about Reynolds Lake Oconee!
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FLORIDA HOMES FOR SALE
> More listing information: Fiddlers Creek, Naples FL
Asking Price: from $599,990
Address: Village of Lagomar
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
The Washington, a single-story home with classic Mediterranean architectural detailing, offers 2,788 square feet under air and 3,721 total square feet. Currently, there are two Washington inventory homes under construction.
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SOUTH CAROLINA HOMES FOR SALE
> More listing information: Callawassie Island, SC
Asking Price: $859,000
Property Address: 4 Oyster Court, Callawassie Island, SC
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4.5
This exquisite John Tee Southern Living Design plan is a one-of-a-kind waterfront home on a high bluff overlooking the Colleton River. It’s on a quiet cul-de-sac within walking distance of the River Club community docks.
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NORTH CAROLINA HOMES FOR SALE
> More listing information: The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Arden NC
Asking Price: $1,995,000
Property Address: 704 Craggyside Lane, Arden, NC
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
This Bob Timberlake designed home marries the best of casual elegance with functionality, amenities, and fine finishes. It offers southern views of Walnut Cove’s golf course from the wrap around deck and fireplace.
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TEXAS HOMES FOR SALE
> More listing information: Comanche Trace, Kerrville TX
Asking Price: $469,000
Address: 2100 Toscano Way, Kerrville, TX
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
This impressive Tuscan-style home overlooks two fairways with water views as well as Hill Country views. Its fenced back yard with porch has room for an arrangement of tables and chairs.
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UTAH HOMESITES
> More listing information: Red Ledges, Heber City UT
Asking Price: $165,000
Address: Homesite 342
Acreage: .24 acres
This quarter-acre parcel offers one of the most affordable homesites that will ever be offered in Red Ledges. Currently Homesite 342 is the lowest priced golf property in the entire development.
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Reynolds on Lake Oconee, GA: Getaway from $229.
> Reynolds on Lake Oconee, Greensboro, GA’s Traditions Package, starting at $229/person per night, lets you play your choice of Great Waters, the Oconee course, Tom Fazio’s award-winning National course or Bob Cupp’s dual masterpieces.
It includes deluxe lodging in a cottage or condo, Southern-style breakfast daily plus access to practice complex and same-day, same-course replay privileges. Send me more information about Reynolds Plantation!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
PGA National, FL: Celebrating new sports club.
> PGA National Resort and Spa, Palm Beach Gardens FL announces the opening of its newly renovated high-tech Sports & Racquet Club (SRC) for use by its members, resort guests and group attendees. The 33,000-sf facility recently underwent an impressive $4 million comprehensive facelift.
Upgrades include state-of-the-art exercise equipment, indoor racquet ball court, three aerobics studios with new sound systems, five-lane saltwater lap pool, spin room with video road mapping, indoor volleyball court, two lighted pickle / paddle ball courts, 18 Har Tru tennis courts and one lighted hard court. Send me more information about PGA National!
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