The GolfCourseHome Lifetag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-14508862009-12-28T15:27:16-05:00Golf & WaterView Communities News, Notes & Travels TypePad2009 Index Shows Growth for Golf Course Communities, New Websites, Green Livingtag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc388340120a786afeb970b2009-12-28T15:27:16-05:002009-12-29T12:38:30-05:00Welcome to the 2009 GolfCourseHome Index--your resource for all important articles and stories published this year, including the Dream 18--Best Residential Golf Holes, Best of the Best community rankings, Specialty of the House, Golf Course Architect Series and much more.David LottDataw Island Club Collects 200+ Toys at Eighth Annual Santa Claus Open Daytag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc3883401287679642a970c2009-12-23T12:07:52-05:002009-12-23T12:07:52-05:00Continuing a holiday tradition of helping others, the residents of Dataw Island Club collected more than 200 toys during the eighth annual Santa Claus Open Day, held Sunday, December 13, 2009. David LottCasa del Lago Stay 'n Play Offers a Winter's Escape & 5% Discount on Condo Purchasetag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc388340120a772a1fe970b2009-12-22T13:16:48-05:002009-12-22T13:16:48-05:00Casa del Lago, the prestigious planned community that is home to the Dominican Republic’s signature golf residences and a Gary Player signature golf course, is offering a winter Stay 'n Play that will also get you on property in time to take advantage of a five percent pre-construction discount which will expire soon.David LottNew Communities Newsletter Dec. 22: Holiday Events, Fundraisers & Moretag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc3883401287671181c970c2009-12-21T11:45:51-05:002009-12-22T00:27:50-05:00Welcome to the last regular issue of New Communities Newsletter for 2009. There will be no issue on Friday (Christmas Day) or Friday Jan. 1. Watch next Tuesday for the 2009 GolfCourseHome Index of articles and stories. You can see the 2008 Index here. We wish you and your families a Happy and Safe Holiday Season! And thank you for visiting the GolfCourseHome Network!David LottNew Communities Newsletter, Dec. 18: Stay'n Plays, Romantic Retreat & Moretag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc388340120a7620bf5970b2009-12-18T01:20:03-05:002009-12-18T17:44:18-05:00Lake Blackshear Plantation, GA: Stay n' Play starts at $62. NEW COMMUNITIES Newsletter Vol. 12, No. 466 Friday Dec. 18, 2009 Circulation: 30,925 -------------------------------------------------------------- USA Mexico Canada Caribbean Luxury Golf Communities This Week's Headlines: * Deals & Special of the Week * Special Community Events * Community News & Updates * News Shorts * This Month's Spotlighted Communities * Communities Coming in 2010 _____________________________________ Thank you for making Tuesday's online newsletter such a success. So much so that we are continuing to go online for the rest of the year. Watch for the last regular issue of the year next...David LottThe Not-So Big House Gains in Popularity as Buyers Turn to Smaller Homes: USATodaytag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc3883401287663926a970c2009-12-17T17:20:49-05:002009-12-17T17:20:49-05:00Out of the depths of housing's worst downturn, smaller new homes are turning into a bright spot for some home builders.David LottRobert Trent Jones II, 2009 Awards in Hand, Looks to 2010 Course Openingstag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc388340128765f9add970c2009-12-17T09:53:06-05:002009-12-17T09:53:06-05:00Despite the difficult state of the golf industry, the staff at Robert Trent Jones II (RTJ II) golf course architects recognize some stars in the darkness of 2009 and are looking ahead to new highlights in 2010.David LottGolfCourseHome News Special Edition: Great Values, Reduced Prices & Moretag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc388340120a74f5699970b2009-12-14T11:15:11-05:002009-12-18T17:46:08-05:00Welcome to a special edition of New Communities. The entire issue is featured on the GolfCourseHome blog. Please let us know what you think of the idea, what features you like or dislike, what feature you would like to see more of and any other comments you would like to make. We welcome your feedback!David LottSpecials Include Holiday Specific Deals, Price Reductions, Free Dock Permits, Moretag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc388340120a74c2b7b970b2009-12-13T16:32:00-05:002009-12-13T16:33:40-05:00The Reserve at Lake Keowee, SC is a mountain community. The Reserve at Lake Keowee, SC just announced a new Builder Showcase Program designed for homesite buyers wishing to save money, time and hassle without sacrificing quality. The new Showcase kicks off with 20 new home plans, including the attractive Summer Cove Cottage. Homes in the program range from 2,500 to 4,100 sq. ft. Price per square foot begins as low as $178. Click here for more information about The Reserve at Lake Keowee! Running Y Ranch, OR announces its Holiday Season Escape visitation package. Offer includes accommodations in a...David LottTop GCH Network Sites in Dec.: FL, GA, Private Residence Clubs and Estate Homestag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00e54f072fc388340120a74c20ff970b2009-12-13T16:15:34-05:002009-12-13T18:05:08-05:00The Top 5 GolfCourseHome Network Websites for December (thru Dec. 15) 1. FloridaGolfCommunities.net - Florida golf & waterview communities 2. PrivateGatedCommunities.net - Private gated golf and waterview communities 3. Golf-Estate.net - Golf & waterview homes offered at $1 million and up 4. PrivateResidenceClubs.net - Fractional golf and waterview homes & condos 5. GeorgiaGolfCommunities.net - Georgia golf & waterview communitiesDavid Lott