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.

Century 21 in Mt. Pleasant

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.

Homes for sale on Charleston MLS.

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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