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.

PGA Village Golf Club

Nowhere else on the Treasure Coast of Florida can residents of a gated community enjoy the beauty of three championship golf courses and not have to pay to keep them mowed, manicured and maintained.

Nowhere else but PGA Village Verano, whose next door neighbor just happens to be the PGA of America’s own PGA Golf Club, where PGA Professionals come to learn all the new teaching techniques, and everyday golfers flock to play a round on one of the three signature golf courses or hone their skills at the PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance.

And that’s not all.
• Residents of PGA Village Verano have special access to PGA Golf Club via a new golf cart trail and special privileges as well.
• Residents can also enjoy their own clubhouse, complete with fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, Har-Tru tennis courts, even a bocce court.
• All this, and homes beginning in the mid-$200,000s, with large kitchens, private master suites, wide open entertaining areas, dens, even golf cart storage in some of the garage spaces.

Want to learn more? Visit VeranoFlorida.com or call 772-345-5041.

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

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.

This year’s event draws nearly double the participants to enjoy fishing, prizes and cookout at the Kolter Homes luxury boating community on the South Fork of the St. Lucie River

STUART, FL—The weather was perfect and the fish were biting for the 2nd Annual Lost River KDW Fishing Tournament & Community Cookout Party, held recently by the Stuart riverfront community’s homeowners association. The setting couldn’t be better either, with boats leaving from the Lost River Marina for an easy run down the South Fork of the St. Lucie River to the ocean, unobstructed by fixed bridges. Participants vied for prizes for the heaviest Kingfish, Dolphin and Wahoo (KDW); heaviest fish overall; and heaviest combined weight for three fish. Following the tournament, the entrants, along with other residents, their families and friends, gathered for a cookout at the Lost River Clubhouse.

“The aim of our fishing tournament and cookout is to enhance Lost River as a family-friendly boating community,” said Bill Natalie, HOA president. “As one of our community’s signature events, we hope to see more and more residents and their families and friends come out each year.”

At Lost River, a Kolter Homes community, the clubhouse and marina complex is the focal point for social events the homeowner’s association puts on throughout the year, but residents don’t have to go to the marina to board their boats. All homes are directly on the water and boast either a boat dock or boatlift at the rear of the property. The clubhouse, which is an easy walk from every residence, also features a fitness center, catering kitchen and social rooms.

Starting from the mid-$400s, these luxury homes are an unsurpassed opportunity to own a brand new Kolter Home with ocean access. In addition to river views, all 46 Lost River home sites are surrounded with nature preserves, ponds and tropical flora. The design and engineering of the homes themselves beautifully complement the natural setting. The architecture features brick pavers on the quaint covered patios as well as driveways and entry walks, with light earth-tone tile roofs and elegantly traditional elevations that blend beautifully with the lush landscaping and native plants that set off each home.

With its close proximity to Palm Beach County, the charm of downtown Stuart, lower taxes and an exceptional school district, Martin County provides an ideal location for Kolter Homes to apply its decade of experience in Florida homebuilding. Through their Eco-nomics program, Kolter Homes offers high-quality, affordable homes which conserve resources, provide energy and cost savings, and offer premier construction and advanced technology to promote a green lifestyle for new homeowners.

Sales information for Lost River is presented at the Tres Belle sales office in Stuart. Those interested may call 888.355.3792 for an appointment or just drop by. To visit the sales office, take I-95 to Exit 101 East to FL-76/Kanner highway. Go about ¼-mile east and turn right onto SE Cove Road. Tres Belle is on the right.

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)

With multiple communities featuring single family homes and townhomes ranging in price from the $200’s to more than $1 million, no other builder can claim such a passionate commitment to the South Florida lifestyle.

Four communities are located in coveted Martin County, with a close proximity to Palm Beach County, the charm of downtown Stuart, lower taxes and an exceptional school district. The stunning natural beauty of Tres Belle provides the perfect home for spacious one-half-acre homesites, with luxury single family homes from the high $300’s. Lost River, Kolter Homes’ newest community, offers a serene luxury boating getaway with direct ocean access starting in the $400’s. Canopy Creek is an eco-friendly community with estate homes starting in the $500’s, tucked within 700 acres of preserves and wetlands in Palm City. Just minutes from the ocean in Hobe Sound, The Oaks features panoramic views of nearby ponds and preserves from the mid-$200’s.

 In Palm Beach County, the world is within easy reach; the renowned Gardens Mall with over 160 specialty shops and restaurants, Downtown at the Gardens, and Midtown are all nearby. Private marinas and golf courses in the area provide for fantastic recreation in the Florida sunshine. And the nearby Palm Beach International airport puts the rest of the world a jump away. Paloma is Kolter’s Palm Beach community, featuring a selection of single family homes and two collections of townhomes from the $200s.

 Kolter Homes brings a decade of experience in Florida homebuilding to its South Florida communities. A commitment to green lifestyle is also encompassed in the Eco-nomics program, building high quality, affordable homes which conserve resources, provide energy and cost savings, offer premium construction, and use advanced technologies to promote a healthy lifestyle for new homeowners.

Models open daily to tour.

Martin County Sales Office: I-95 to Exit 101 East/(FL-76) Kanner Hwy. Go about ¼ of a mile east and turn RIGHT onto SE Cove Rd., go 3/10 of a mile, Sales Office is located in Tres Belle on the right. 772-283-6440

Palm Beach County Sales Office: I-95 to Exit 79 PGA Boulevard, west to Military Trail. Head north (right) on Military Trail for 1.5 miles. Sales Office is located in Paloma on the left. 561-799-7077

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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