Verano realtor event gathering

Nearly 65 real estate brokers in the Treasure Coast recently attended a special broker event at PGA Village Verano, intent upon learning more about the stability of Kolter Homes in the marketplace and visiting the community’s clubhouse.

It was a perfect evening, as the brokers enjoyed the sunset on the lanai overlooking the resort pool, and toured the clubhouse, including the indoor lap pool at the state-of-the-art fitness center that is open to the residents of PGA Village Verano. Kolter Homes’ sales executives said the enthusiasm was contagious, and the brokers were “excited to see a committed builder build an exceptional facility like we have at PGA Village Verano.” For more information and photos from this event, please visit Kolter Homes on Facebook.

A number of area realtors gathered for drinks at good times at Verano.

Verano offers spacious floorplans with exquisite views

Kolter Homes is estimating the 12 residences will be completed by the end of the year.

Kolter plans to have several upgrades as part of the attractive mid-$200,000 price for these dozen homes, but buyers who wish to add personalized touches are encouraged to move quickly to choose their Phase I home and provide the builder with their wish list.

The two floor plans under construction are the Giordana and the Alessa, the floor plans selected most often by residents already enjoying the PGA Village Verano lifestyle.

With 1,600 square feet of living space, the Giordana offers two bedrooms, including a spacious and private master suite, complete with two closets—one a walk-in, and a bath that includes a Roman tub and separate shower. The floor plan offers a convenient den, and a large great room that is the center of the entertainment area. The kitchen includes a convenient breakfast area.

The Alessa, with 2,054 square feet, features three bedrooms in a private wing of the home that includes a master suite with two walk-in closets, and luxurious bath. The great room opens to the island kitchen and the breakfast area, and this space, plus the formal dining room, provide exceptional entertainment options. It is perfect for family living, with informal buffets as well as sit-down dinners in the dining room. Homebuyers can opt to make the dining room a secluded den, if they choose.

Residents of PGA Village Verano enjoy a private clubhouse with its state-of-the-art fitness center, two swimming pools—an outdoor resort-style pool and an indoor lap pool, Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce courts and half basketball court.

The opportunities to enjoy the Verano lifestyle don’t end there. Residents have special access to their neighbor, PGA Golf Club, which features three signature golf courses by Pete Dye and Tom Fazio, as well as exceptional instruction by PGA Professionals at the PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance.

Those who want more information about the 12 new homes now being constructed at PGA Village Verano and the options available for a short time for homebuyers of these residences, should visit www.VeranoFlorida.com

Enjoy beautiful sunsets from the resort-style pool at PGA Village Verano

PGA Village Verano, which offers single family homes in Port St. Lucie, Florida,  provides residents so many opportunities to enjoy each day that it is hard to consider which is more valuable - the life experiences or the high quality residences from Kolter Homes.

The balance of exhilarating experiences and a stunning natural backdrop make PGA Village Verano a unique and inviting place to retire.   The Audubon Signature Sanctuary at PGA Golf Club is a magnificent golf destination where residents enjoy special pricing and acess to the three award-winning golf courses from Pete Dye and Tom Fazio.

To learn more about PGA Village Verano, please contact the sales office or visit pgavillageverano.com.

The Ryder Course at PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie

Residents gather at the Verano club house for a Holiday celebration

Even the threat of an afternoon thunderstorm couldn’t keep the PGA Village Verano residents away from the July 4 pool party, as they gathered in the patio area of Club Verano, the community’s clubhouse beside the outdoor resort style pool.

Most of the residents turned out for the event, several of them bringing guests, where they renewed acquaintances with their Verano friends and in some cases, got to know neighbors a little bit better. Some of the residents discovered they had been teachers before coming to Verano and compared notes. Others talked golf—a popular topic at PGA Village Verano in Port St. Lucie, since homeowners at Verano have special resident-only access to their next door neighbor, the PGA Golf Club and its three enticing golf courses.

Golf, fitness, tennis and the two pools, including an indoor lap pool at Club Verano are important to the residents, but friendships are another reason for choosing the Kolter Homes community. Once at established in the community, the residents often find they have mutual interests.

“After I moved here I found out this is a very dog-friendly community,” said Angela Gardella, who is a volunteer with Dogs and Cats Forever rescue organization in Port St. Lucie. She was making the rounds, letting neighbors know about the group and the upcoming events to raise funds for the organization, including an Oct. 23 residents-only Dog Show in the grassy area next to Club Verano and the “Night at the Races” fundraiser Nov. 13 at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center.

The Fourth of July party is part of a monthly schedule of get-togethers for residents of PGA Village Verano, while other special events, such as the Amazing Verano Race, offers residents a chance to be part of a year-long event that earns points for participating in a variety of activities, with the winner receiving a cruise for two.

Those who want information about this interesting and lively group of residents should call 772-345-5041 or visitwww.VeranoFlorida.com.

Verano celebrates 4th of July

Most of the residents turned out for the event, several of them bringing guests, where they renewed acquaintances with their Verano friends and in some cases, got to know neighbors a little bit better. Some of the residents, such a Donna Tiveri and Mary Lou Flynn, discovered they had been teachers and compared notes, while others talked golf—a popular topic at PGA Village Verano, with the PGA Golf Club and its three enticing golf courses next door to the community.

Homeowners at PGA Village Verano have special resident-only access to PGA Golf Club, making the community’s next door neighbor one of the best reasons for deciding to move to the community. But friendships are another reason for choosing the Kolter Homes community, and PGA Village Verano in Port St. Lucie, Florida is attracting new residents from northern states as well as Canada. Once at established in the community, the residents often find they have mutual interests.

“After I moved here I found out this is a very dog-friendly community,” said Angela Gardella, who is a volunteer with Dogs and Cats Forever rescue organization in Port St. Lucie. She was making the rounds, letting neighbors know about the group and the upcoming events to raise funds for the organization, including an Oct. 23 residents-only Dog Show in the grassy area next to Club Verano and the “Night at the Races” fundraiser Nov. 13 at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center.

The camaraderie among the residents was evident during the event, with hugs, handshakes and back slaps as the neighbors greeted each other, but no one got a better reception than resident Bob Fromm, whose arrival was greeted with enthusiasm and an arms-up cheer from a table of his neighbors.

Christopher Dobek, club manager, was bartender for the afternoon event, and kept the refreshments flowing, while a picnic buffet offered in the adjacent fitness center was a definite hit with the residents and their guests. Activities director Christine Castellino circulated among the PGA  Village Verano residents, while she took photos of the event.

The Fourth of July party is part of a monthly schedule of get-togethers for residents of PGA Village Verano, while other special events, such as the Amazing Verano Race, offers residents a chance to be part of a year-long program that earns points for participating in a variety of activities,  with the winner receiving a cruise for two.

Those who want information about becoming a part of this interesting and lively group of residents should call1-800-680-8175 or visit www.VeranoFlorida.com.

Everyone is enjoying the social atmosphere at Verano

More than 80 residents attended the Kolter sponsored barbecue in the clubhouse at PGA Village Verano on April 26. 

What's a BBQ without a little rain?

 Even the heavy rains couldn’t dampen the party atmosphere and everyone had a great time.

The clubhouse was packed with residents old and new. Hot dogs, burgers and assorted drinks, decorations and service items were provided by Kolter, while residents brought their favorite dishes to pass potluck-style. The event started promptly at six p.m. and continued well in to the evening, with residents eating, drinking and making merry despite the storm raging outside.

New friendships were made and recipes exchanged over dinner, where many residents were overheard discussing their interest and excitement at the announcement that two new models will be available in the newly opened Phase II. The Bella Sera and Collina models are new to the Verano portfolio and sure to spark plenty of interest in potential new buyers. Residents reported that they are looking forward to seeing construction progress in Phase II, and anxious to meet the new friends and neighbors who will make such a welcome addition to the Verano community.

PGA Village Verano is one of the few new construction communities whose atmosphere echoes the welcoming neighborhood feel of an earlier era. From the Amazing Verano Race to the smaller events, parties, picnics and barbecues that go on all year long, Verano is reminding residents what it really means to be a neighbor, and the fun of all those “block parties” and neighborhood barbecues they grew up with. With its warm, welcoming people, access to PGA golf, its wide range of floor plans and luxurious high end finishes and amenities, all at affordable prices, it’s no wonder PGA Village Verano is one of the most popular communities in Port St. Lucie – and with Phase II now underway, it looks as though its popularity, like its friendships, is only going to grow.

Call or visit PGA Village Verano today to find out how you can get your own piece of the modern community with the timeless neighborhood feel – PGA Village Verano.

Buyers who intend to use the place as a second home will pay the same rate as they would pay for a primary residence. If they intend to rent the property out until they retire and they need the rental income to qualify for the mortgage, lenders will consider that an investment property and charge a half to a full percentage point more.

Still, the idea remains “pretty compelling,” says Justin Krane, a certified financial planner in Los Angeles.

Source: Money Magazine, Sarah Max (11/02/2010)

About PGA Village:
The Ryder, Wanamaker and Dye Courses form a trio of world-class courses at the PGA Golf Club, at PGA Village in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Named by Golf Digest as one of the “75 Best Golf Resorts in North America,” PGA Village also features the award-winning, 35-acre PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance and PGA Historical Center golf museum. The PGA Golf Club exists to be one of the premier public-access resort facilities in America, complete with a Private Members Club, and also serves as the home club for our 28,000 PGA Professionals. For more information, please visit www.pgavillage.com.

About The PGA of America:
Since 1916, The PGA of America’s mission has been twofold: to establish and elevate the standards of the profession and to grow interest and participation in the game of golf.

By establishing and elevating the standards of the golf profession through world-class education, career services, marketing and research programs, the Association enables PGA Professionals to maximize their performance in their respective career paths and showcases them as experts in the game and in the multi-billion dollar golf industry.

By creating and delivering dramatic world-class championships and exciting and enjoyable golf promotions that are viewed as the best of their class in the golf industry, The PGA of America elevates the public’s interest in the game, the desire to play more golf, and ensures accessibility to the game for everyone, everywhere. The PGA of America brand represents the very best in golf.

About Audubon Lifestyles
Audubon Lifestyles is a non-profit organization based in the Principles for Sustainability, believing that the most natural way to foster sustainability is by working to balance the triple bottom line of people, profit, and planet. Operating with the main purpose of benefiting society, Audubon Lifestyles delivers sustainable programming, services and certifications that are cost effective and reduce risk. Their goals include supporting the work of other not-for-profits involved in sustainability on local, regional, national and international scales, and believe that every person plays an important role in regard to the future of our planet. This includes roles at home, at work and in society at large. It is incumbent on each of us to make positive contributions toward the common good by being socially, environmentally and economically responsible where we live, work and recreate. To learn more, visit www.audubonlifestyles.org.
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Owned and operated by The PGA of America, PGA Golf Club showcases 54 holes of Championship golf designed by Tom Fazio and Pete Dye. Along with the nearby PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance instruction, practice, technology and fitness golf park; and the PGA Historical Center golf museum, the home of the Ryder Cup Trophy, PGA Golf Club is part of PGA Village, which is ranked among America’s “75 Best Golf Resorts” by Golf Digest.

In addition, the facility’s complimentary six-hole Short Course features holes 35-to-60 yards long, which makes for a great setting for beginners and young children to learn the game; gives juniors with a limited amount of time available the ability to play golf; and offers advanced players a means to focus on their short game. Meanwhile, PGA Golf Club also offers an innovative family golf “pay-per-hole” program year round, where parents can play golf with their children starting at $7 for one hole on up, depending on the size of the family and number of holes played.

“You are never too young to learn the game, as well as the important fundamental lessons, such as courtesy, proper etiquette and respect that comprise the integrity of the game for golfers of all ages,” said Bob Baldassari, PGA general manager for PGA Village, which encompasses PGA Golf Club. “With ‘Home to the Pros, Free to America’s Youth,’ young golfers 18-and-under of all skill levels have a special opportunity to experience PGA Golf Club for free all summer long, as they enjoy The PGA of America’s home to golf for juniors and adults alike.”

Parents may accompany more than one child in their group. For tee times, reservations and more information, please call (800) 800-GOLF. Be sure to ask for the “Free Youth” special. Rounds of golf can also be reserved on www.pgavillage.com/stlucie.

About PGA Village
The Ryder, Wanamaker and Dye Courses form a trio of world-class public courses at PGA Golf Club, at PGA Village in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Named by Golf Digest as one of the “75 Best Golf Resorts in North America,” PGA Village also features the award-winning, 35-acre PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance and PGA Historical Center golf museum. PGA Golf Club exists to be one of the premier daily fee facilities in America, and to serve as a home club for our 28,000 PGA Professionals. For more information, please visit www.pgavillage.com.

About The PGA of America
Since 1916, The PGA of America’s mission has been twofold: to establish and elevate the standards of the profession and to grow interest and participation in the game of golf.
By establishing and elevating the standards of the golf profession through world-class education, career services, marketing and research programs, the Association enables PGA Professionals to maximize their performance in their respective career paths and showcases them as experts in the game and in the multi-billion dollar golf industry.

By creating and delivering dramatic world-class championships and exciting and enjoyable golf promotions that are viewed as the best of their class in the golf industry, The PGA of America elevates the public’s interest in the game, the desire to play more golf, and ensures accessibility to the game for everyone, everywhere. The PGA of America brand represents the very best in golf.

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