Explore 12,000 Years of History at Dataw Island
Early Indians came to Dataw Island nearly 10,000 years ago, the first visitors to this 870-acre hideaway along the marshes of the Intracoastal Waterway. And although some of the island has been developed, the current natives’ commitment to preserving its natural beauty means things haven’t changed all that much. The residents also keep active. Two […]
Daniel Island is in a World of its Own
With sensational golf, an internationally famous tennis center, and a spectacular coastal setting, the island town of Daniel Island is a world all its own, yet is temptingly close to the charms of downtown Charleston. The 4,000-acre master-planned community is surrounded by 23 miles of rivers, creeks, and waterways and is recognized by the Urban […]
The Concession, Sarasota
Named the No. 1 place to retire in 2018 by U.S. News & World Report, the Sarasota and Bradenton area received high marks for providing a high quality of life at an affordable price. Over 35 miles of coastline and a temperate year-round climate are the perfect ingredients for boating, fishing, and waterfront activities. […]
Balsam Mountain Preserve
Fresh mountain air, sprawling vistas, and undisturbed wildlife have a way of slowing the everyday hustle and focusing our attention on our most precious commodity: time. You won’t find a more ideal place to pursue that focus than Balsam Mountain Preserve, with its 4,400-forested acres, 75 percent of which are in the permanent conservation easement. […]
What’s New at Golf Communities Right Now?
By Bob Dagley Club Membership: All in the Family The “one-membership-fits-all” formula is a thing of the past. From multi-generational memberships to pick-and-choose menus, clubs are trying out new ways to bring more people into the fold. For members, that often means getting more for their dues and/or paying less. John’s Island Club in […]
How Do Older Communities Stay Relevant?
By Graylyn Loomis Older communities have employed any number of strategies to remain successful and relevant over the long haul. The economy rises and falls. The public’s tastes change. Golf goes in and out of fashion, as do other sports and activities. All of which begs the question: How does a real estate community […]
Darren Clarke on The Abaco Club at Winding Bay
By David Desmith One of golf’s most affable stars recharges his batteries at The Abaco Club in The Bahamas. By his recollection, the first few times Darren Clarke encountered sea breezes were when his family left their home in Dungannon, Northern Ireland, to go on holiday at the beaches of Donegal or Portrush. “We were […]
Southern Comfortable: The Virginian Golf Club
By James A. Frank At The Virginian, the atmosphere is relaxed, the surroundings are majestic, and the quality of life at its highest. You can tell a lot about a golf club from its driving range. Not just the obvious things like attention to detail, what the maintenance practices are, and if the players are […]
Blackstone at Vistancia, Arizona
Situated in the rolling foothills of the Northwest Valley near Phoenix, the private luxury golf course community of Blackstone at Vistancia offers a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle surrounded by the special beauty of the Sonoran Desert—plus the convenience of the big city just a short drive away. Most of the 300 homes sit along the award-winning […]
Superstition Mountain Golf and Country Club
When the recession hit a few years back, Superstition Mountain – located in the less populated, more open area east of Phoenix – opened its two dramatic Nicklaus-designed courses to outside play. With the economy improved, the club has returned to private status, and the future is looking bright. “There’s been a big jump in […]
