The beach, time and time again, brings families together – dogs included.  For the fortunate families who live at The Falls, the beach is only minutes away.  Jensen Beach, a recreational hotspot, offers something for everyone with BBQ areas, volleyball courts, a boardwalk, a quaint seaside concession and of course, spectacular beachfront.  There are countless other beaches in Martin County as well, all of which can be found along the scenic route A1A.

The beach is lovely, but a good education comes first.  And Martin County has become a first pick for parents who value top-notch schools.  The Falls of Jensen Beach allows for its younger residents to attend a host of A-rated schools, such as Jensen Beach High School.  In fact, Newsweek has ranked the high school as one of the top schools in the nation for the past two years.  Stuart Middle School offers schooling for sixth through eighth grade and will provide the much needed skills and knowledge for the challenging high years ahead.  Jensen Beach Elementary is one of the most well-established and respected elementary schools in the state, with some of the country’s best teachers.

After school and work, families at The Falls can find themselves shopping or dining seemingly right next door.  The Treasure Coast Mall features a variety of big-name department stores as well as dining venues and a 16-theater movie complex.  Shopping and dining also abound along US1 where all of life’s necessities and pleasures can be found.

Beyond the stellar location, The Falls of Jensen Beach offers three beautiful home designs, feature 3 – 5 bedrooms and 3-car garages with total sq. ft. ranging from 3,500 to 4,500.  Offering unmatched value these new homes are priced from the $300s and include a free pool for a limited time.

For more information on The Falls at Jensen Beach, visit its Martin County Sales Center located at Tres Belle Estates – in Stuart.  Take US1 South to Cove Road and make a right, Tres Belle Estates will be on your left.

For additional information and pricing visit KolterTheFalls.com or call 888-385-2740.

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

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.

Christmas In The Caribbean – “Party with a Purpose!” Benefit for the Salvation Army – Sunday December 5, 2010 from 2 – 5pm poolside at the Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort and Marina. There will be free admission with the donation of and unwrapped new toy, non-perishable food, and/or cash donation. There will be door prizes and Parrot Head Gifts, live music by Sweet Justice Reggae bank, 50/50 raffle, cheeseburger station, and cash bar. Last year the Treasure Coast Parrot Heads collected almost 200 toys, over 600 pounds of food and $3,000 in cash for the Salvation Army. For more information contact Chairperson Karen Stewart at bkstew-art@comcast.net or call 772-398-9194

For the grown ups we have the Salerno Christmas Swagger Pub Crawl on Saturday December 4th, from 5 pm – Midnight. For $25 per person, enjoy one drink at EACH stop, provided you order your tickets early. It’s only $30 if you purchase your ticket at the event. You can purchase your early tickets here http://www.portsalernocp.org/index.html. Here is the list of places on the crawl. Shrimpers, Finz, Getting Crabby, King Neptune’s, RedEye Cafe, Pirate’s Loft, Manatee Island and Coconuts! There will be games, including a Scavenger Hunt, drink specials, and entertainment.

With Christmas just around the corner Santa’s elves are working overtime. As a result Santa and Mrs. Claus are taking a much deserved break down here in sunny Florida. Some of Santa’s elves are serving up a Continental Breakfast at the Burns Road Recreation Center this Saturday at 9am. Make sure to bring your camera because Santa and Mrs. Claus can’t wait to take pictures with your children. Register early because space is limited. http://www.pbgfl.com/content/76/1673/default.aspx

Martin County 30th Annual Boat Parade – Saturday December 4, 2010. The parade will begin at 6pm near City Hall downtown and continue in to the Manatee Pocket ending at Twin Rivers Park around 7:30pm.

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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The PGA of America, 100 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

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