Tennyson & Masonborough of Park West Neighborhood in Mt Pleasant SC

 

One of the most sought after neighborhoods is Park West in Mount Pleasant South Carolina. Park West is a planned community with homes for every walk of life. Shopping, doctors offices, restaurants, beauty salon, bank and a dry cleaners are all in the neighborhood. The Park west amenities include two resort like pools, tennis, volleyball court as well as a community gazebo.

Masonborough and Tennyson are two of the most beautiful subsections in Park West. Beautiful custom built luxury homes surrounded by marsh, ancient oaks and some properties even have tidal creek lots. In exclusive Masonborough section of Park West the custom built homes are filled with southern charm, many double front porches and gas lanterns offer excellent curb appeal.   The neighborhoods are stunning with waterfront homes mostly resale, but there are still a few vacant lots available where you could build your dream home. The prices start in the high 500K, however there are a few deals to be found right now. You can purchase a waterfront luxury home with a dock in place for thousands less than you could at the height of the real estate boom. Creaturo and Associates of Century 21 Properties Plus would be happy to give you a personal tour of Park West and show you all the beautiful Park West Homes currently available on MLS.

New Listing 1180 Marsh Harbor

A stones throw away from Mount Pleasant and the Beaches, and for less than $250,000, we just listed the perfect family home. The Peninsula is a family oriented neighborhood located just off of Clements Ferry Road in Charleston South Carolina. The neighborhood was established in early 2000 by the new home builder DR Horton. The amenities in the neighborhood include a play park and a pool with clubhouse. The Creaturo and Associate team has recently listed a very special home. 1180 Marsh Harbor Lane is a 4 bedroom 2.5 bath two story home. This is the perfect home for your family. The yard is private and the biggest yard in the neighborhood and it is already fenced and on a cul-de-sac. Inside you have a great room, eat in kitchen, and master bedroom down. Upstairs there are three more large bedrooms and a full bath. One of the upstairs bedrooms is large enough to be a master or bonus room. There is berber carpet and hard wood through out the home. The kitchen feature black appliances and oak cabinets. There is a concrete patio outside of the kitchen, a perfect place for your morning coffee. I can not say enough about how spectacular the lot is. The lot is almost a half acre (.49) and very private. The new owner recently put up a privacy fence. The owner, a licensed special contractor, has done many upgrades in the past few years. He widened the driveway, installed gutters, custom painted, and landscaped the entire yard. If you purchase this home you are going to have the greenest grass in the neighborhood. Just contact Creaturo and Associates of Century 21 to view this home and get more details.

I'ON - Mt. Pleasant Luxury living- High End Homes

By: Dave & Darcy Creaturo

ION, according to Coastal Living Magazine is "the most pedestrian friendly intimate place that people thought couldn't be built today". I'ON is located in the heart of Mount Pleasant South Carolina. It is a well thought out community with lakes, green space, parks, offices, shoppes and restaurants. However, the homes look like they could be in historic Downtown Charleston. Even though I'ON is a planned community, each home is unique in it's own way. Unlike most master planned communities, I'ON has 21 approved builders. Each Builder is a member of the I'ON Guild that oversees that each Luxury Home Builder constructs homes with character, detail and quality. Homes in I'ON range from the high 500,000 to over 2 million. Although each home in I'ON is unique, some similar features I'ON homes have is expansive porches and detached garages. View all I'ON homes on Charleston SC MLS.

The I'On community has won several awards including in 2001 Best Smart Growth Community in the nation from The National Association of Home Builders. I'ON has also been featured on Bob Vila's "Home Again".

The I'ON club is the amenity Center for the community. The I'ON Club is located on the banks of Hobcaw Creek. The Club is a place to have fun and learn something new. There are fitness instructors, tennis pros, and swimming lessons. There are planned events, social mixers, tournaments and kids camps. All this AND only a bike ride from your I'ON home.

I'ON square is the business district of the community. Often there are farmers markets, community yard sales, and family friendly events in the Square. There are several business's currently open in the Square. Grace Salon and Day Spa is a AVEDA full service salon. The Irish Pub and Grill O'Brions is a great place for a sandwich or a happy hour drink. On your way home from work you can stop by the Square Onion. The Square Onion is a Gourmet food store that also has pre-made meals. There are several other gift, clothing and interior design shops in the square.

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Baby Boomers Find Homes in Mount Pleasant - Charleston SC Retirement

By: Dave & Darcy Creaturo

In 1946, 3.4 million babies were born in the United States, the surge of births continued, year after year, until 1964. By that time 78 million "baby boomers" had joined the population, creating a huge demographic bulge. Now the baby boomers are starting to turn 60, the baby boomers are going to start getting old and begin developing health problems. They're also going to retire from the workforce. As, they retire they are looking for the top places to retire and Charleston has been on the list for years.

Desirable Park West located Mount Pleasant SC, has a solution for Baby Boomers young and old. Liberty Cottages and Somerby have something for anyone in the 55 and better age group. Being a resident of Park West, a master planned community, has something for people of all ages. With 6 miles of walking trails, tennis and swim club, planned community events and shopping within the community, you'll share a neighborhood with families in all stages of life. There is so much to do nearby, you can have an active retirement lifestyle.

Liberty Cottages are single family homes that give you the option for the space of a home but with out the headache of home ownership. All exterior and some interior maintenance is included. So you don't have to spend time cutting the grass or changing light bulbs. Liberty Cottages have a variety of health care options to make you feel safe and healthy.

Care For Life of Charleston provides home care from four to twenty-four hours a day, depending on your needs. Personal care attendants and certified nursing assistants are insured, trained and supervised by Nurse Care Managers. You also have access to nearby Somerby of Mt. Pleasant and all the services of this Continuing Care Retirement Community on an as-needed basis. You’ll have convenient access to the dining room, beauty salon and barbershop, pool, and fitness center. You can use Somerby’s laundry and linen service, housekeeping and transportation services, catering, banking office, and convenience store.

Liberty Cottages have five floor plans to choose from. All have one story living with a second floor for guests. Floor plans range between 2900-3200 total square feet of living space.

For More Information on Liberty Cottages and Somerby Assisted Living Community please contact Creaturo & Associates of Century 21 Properties Plus.

Ivy Hall & Laurel Grove Real Estate - Mt Pleasant North

Ivy Hall, a family oriented neighborhood located in beautiful Mount Pleasant SC has 252 single family detached homes. The homes were built in the middle 1990-2000. Ivy Hall has one and two story homes between 1,000 and 2,000 square feet with prices ranging from 250,000 to the lower 300,000. If your looking for a newer home in a great location, Laurel Grove might be a better fit for you. Laurel Grove homes were built starting in 2004 and the neighborhood was completed in 2006. The homes are cottage and low country style designs with fabulous porches and detached garages. Current prices range between 240,000 to 320,000.

What most people like about Ivy Hall and Laurel Grove is it's location.

Recently several businesses have opened in the Ivy Hall/Laurel Grove Subdivision including a dentist, Doctors Offices, Urgent Care Clinic, Bank and Wholesale Appliance store.

Only minutes from Mount Pleasant's Town Center, newly opened Oakland Plantation with a new Super Wal-mart, and the Isle of Palms connector, Ivy Hall and Laurel Grove are close to everything. The school district is another great benefit of living in Laurel Grove and Ivy Hall.

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The Ginn Tribute at Rivertowne Country Club 2008 - Golf Courses in Charleston SC

Mount Pleasant will host for the second year the Ginn Tribute at Rivertowne Country Club. The 2.6 million Ginn Tribute is hosted for the second year by Annika Sorenstam starting on May 26-June 1, 2008. Last year, Nicole Castrale earned her first LPGA title in a sudden death play off with Lorena Ochoa to win 390,000.



The LPGA has 35 events with prize money over 55 million. The LPGA gives over 180 million dollars to charities each year. Since 1950, the LPGA has been one of the premiere women's professional sports organizations.



The Ginn Tribute is being held a Rivertowne County Club off of Highway 41 in Mount Pleasant, SC. The Ginn Resorts is a privately help company that owns resorts across the United States and Caribbean. The specialize in luxury leisure and resort communities.



Rivertowne County Club is a championship 18 hole course situated along the Wando River. Thirteen of the 18 holes are situated along the marsh of Horlbeck Creek and the Wando River making your time on the course very scenic. Some of the amenities include GPS Golf Carts, Driving range, Chipping and Putting green, clubhouse, golf shop and PGA professionals on staff. The Golf Course has won several awards.



Tickets are currently available for the event.



2005 - 4.5 Star Rating in Golf Digest's Places to Play

2004 - South Carolina Course of the Year (NGCOA)

Top 15 Best Places you can Play in the State (Post and Courier)

2002 - Honorable Mention in Golf Digest's Best New Courses you can play.

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Bay Club Sea Lofts - Mt. Pleasant Condo's

BY: DARCY CREATURO

Are you looking for a second home close to the beach? Are you a first time buyer? The Bay Club Sea Lofts are about as close to Sullivan's Island beach as you can get for under 200,000. Just a bike ride to beautiful Sullivan's Island, the one and two bedroom condos are a perfect fit for a second home or Empty Nester's who love the ocean. The Bay Club Sea Loft condos in Mount Pleasant are on Coleman Blvd within walking distance to a new Publix Grocery Store and other shopping and restaurants.



Built in 1985, the condos have two basic floor plans, the one bedrooms is 800 sq feet and the two bedrooms are 1,000 square feet. Many of the units have been updated by the individual owners. The two bedrooms have a split floor plan with a bathroom in each bedroom, perfect for a guest or roommate. The galley kitchens open to a dining area and living area with fireplace and there is also washer dryer connections. All the units have patios with a storage area. Some of the condos over look the neighborhood pond, pool and amenity center. The amenity center has a exercise room. There are also tennis courts, boat storage and a BBQ area for residence use.The regime fee includes water, sewer, exterior insurance and maintenance, garbage pick up, floor insurance, termite bond as well as all amenities.



Currently there are several units for sale on Charleston MLS.

Dunes West in Mt Pleasant SC - Family Neighborhood - Real estate

The Dunes West Property in Mount Pleasant SC has a rich history behind it. Some of first inhabitants were the Sewee Indians, a relative of a signatory of the Declaration of Independence, and an Italian Prince and Princess just to name a few. Now people of all ages, backgrounds and status reside in Dunes West.



The Dunes West Golf Course and Club House is located on the site of a historic plantation.The 18 hole golf course was designed by Arthur Hills. This par 72, 6871 yard masterpiece is one of the best you will ever play. Set amid Bermuda-covered dunes and 200 year old oaks draped in Spanish moss this course blends its historically rich environment with the best golf facilities offered anywhere today. The Club house is open daily for lunch and Wednesday-Sundays for Breakfast.

The amenities that a homeowner in Dunes West has access to are amazing. The amenities are owned and operated by the John Wieland Company. Weiland s known for it's amenities designs from other neighborhoods he has done in the Charleston, SC area, like Hamlin Plantation's award winning clubhouse. In 2006, a brand new pool with lighthouse water slide was built. There are tennis courts, gathering rooms, an outdoor kitchen and planned activities through out the year.



Most of the homes in Dunes West are behind Mount Pleasants only 24 hour manned security gate. The homes in the neighborhood range from starter homes to Luxury Homes on deep water or on the golf course. Palmetto Hall and Cypress Pointe are two Subsections out side of the gates that have Single family Homes ranging from 240,000 to the high 300,000. These homes were built in the 1990's. There are also several townhomes communities both outside and inside the gates of Dunes West. Behind the gates you'll find some magnificent semi and custom homes. Some of the homes were built by various builders in the early 1990's and there are homes currently being built by Luxury Homes Builders as well as the John Wieland New Homes Builder. The Colonnade Custom Homes, the luxury brand of John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods is now offering custom homes on select home sites inside The Harbour at Dunes West starting in the 700,000's.

The Harbour boasts elegant executive homes with both marsh and river-view lots. Distinctive elevations, custom appointments and innovative features provide the quality of life you deserve and these homes start in the 500,000.There are currently homes for sale in Dunes West at several different price points.

Dunes west has resort feel but your still minutes from Charleston Area Beaches, Mount Pleasant's Town Center, excellent community Schools, and Historic Downtown Charleston.

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NEW MT PLEASANT SC HOSPITAL - ROPER ST FRANCIS

Mount Pleasant has continued to see huge growth over the past 12 years with estimates of nearly 100,000 people by 2013. With the many new familys moving to Mt. Pleasant was time to update the local health Facilities and what better way then with Roper Hospitals. The new medical facility will have 85 inpatient beds, 24 hour emergency care, Women's Services including high tech, comfortable Labor and Deliver Suites , Impatient and Outpatient surgery, Intensive and critical care units along with imaging, laboratory and Pharmacy

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Retire in Charleston SC - Condos & Townhomes- Real Estate

Mt. Pleasant & Charleston SC has been on all the "top places to retire" lists for many years. CNN/Money put the Charleston area on its 2006 & 2007 List. Sperlings ranked Charleston SC fourth best place to retire. Tennis.com has Charleston on top of their list. The AARP put Charleston on their 2003 list of "The 15 Best Places to Reinvent Your Life." Finally The New York Times placed Charleston #13 on the best place to retire to list. The rankings were based on factors that included: access to jobs, affordable housing, culture and entertainment, outdoor activities, health care, safety, ease of transportation and sense of community.



When you decide to retire you want to make your lifestyle a little easier so you can enjoy your days, less stress, less responsibility. One way to get started with your new lifestyle is to downsize your living space. There are two excellent types of properties that can make retirement living maintenance free. The Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate market has several Townhome and Condominium communities available. There are some differences between Townhomes and Condos that the average buyer does not know about.



What is a Condo? A condominium is a single-level or multi-level home, with attached homes above or below it within a larger structure. Condo owners do not own the actual structure or the land on which it is situated. Ownership of the condo is the interior space and finished inward walls. Most Condos have an HOA. In Mount Pleasant there are many different Condo Communities including Luxury Condos, Golf Course Condos and Waterfront Condos.



What is a Townhome? A Townhome is built beside or between another Townhome. It may be one tow or more stories. Unlike a Condo, a Townhomes owner owns the building structure and the land directly beneath it. Townhome communities also have HOAs. Mount Pleasant Townhomes on MLS.



What is an HOA? Home Owners Associations (HOA) typically maintain the common area offering exterior maintenance -free living. HOA dues are usually required and will vary. Wind, Hail and flood insurance are often-but not always included in your HOA fee. Property Insurance is usually not included. When purchasing a Condo or Townhome it is important to ask what is included in your HOA fee.

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