Fine Living in Trinity’s Fox Hollow

(Fox Hollow Real Estate)

 

Framed in lush greenery and set on a corner lot, this 2 bedroom/2 bath home features a separate office/den and an absolutely exquisite 19×23 ft screened lanai w/ jetted hot tub.

The entryway’s graceful barrel portico is mirrored by the barrel ceiling of the welcoming foyer with its leaded glass door and gleaming floor tile.

Triple trey ceilings add a dramatic flourish to the Great Room highlighted by a sleek, wood-burning fireplace and sliders to the peaceful outdoor retreat.

A sunny kitchen is lit by the trio of windows surrounding the spacious breakfast nook and boasts rich, solid wood cabinets, decorative glass insets, gas range, and lustrous counter tops providing entrée to the large formal dining room.

The contemporary open floor plan offers a split bedroom layout; the master suite is a private enclave with sliding doors to the lanai.

Its bath is well-appointed with a dual sink, double vanity fashioned from solid wood, garden tub, separate shower room, and walk-in closet.

Both the guestroom and the 2 car garage have added built-in storage; other pluses include: a laundry room, a power-surge system, a 50 gallon quick-recovery hot water tank, Soft-Water system, and newer concrete driveway.

This stunning home is in the gated St. George section of the Villages at Fox Hollow.

Reclaimed water is used for irrigation, while the HOA fees cover: lawn maintenance, tree trimming, mulch, & fertilizing. Nestled in thriving Trinity, an optional membership to the acclaimed Fox Hollow Golf Club is available.

Spacious Corner Unit Condo in Famed Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club

(Your First Mortgage)

 

Spacious and airy, this impeccably maintained corner unit on the ground floor 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home not only epitomizes fabulous Floridian life; it is all framed on the world famous resort and golf club: Innisbrook.

The elegantly pavered and covered patio is edged in greenery and accessible via triple sliders from the expansive living room with its stunning tile floors and classic bar. An impressive foyer welcomes you home.

The updated kitchen is particularly well appointed, boasting tons of cabinetry and plenty of gleaming countertops. A pass through keeps the chef connected to the festivities and the adjacent dining room.

The palette is rich, yet neutral with the clean lines that can accommodate any design style.

For the ideal indulgence, the master bath is exquisite, featuring a beautifully tiled shower area, while the master bedroom offers plenty of space to create a charming sitting area. The second updated bath is also dressed in striking fixtures.

Innisbrook itself is renowned for many recent refurbishments including those completed on its famous Indaba Spa. Situated on 900 wooded acres of rolling hills, Innisbrook boasts 70 acres of lakes.

Besides a variety of available membership levels, there are 72 holes of championship golf, four restaurants, three bars, 11 tennis courts, an outstanding fitness center, six swimming pools, and plenty of conference halls/meeting rooms. Life is good at Innisbrook.

Moving on Up: 48 Ways to Speed Your House Sale

Originally published in Florida Realtor Magazine, this infographic compiles the best of the best suggestions about how to prepare your house for sale.

You’ve heard the same tips over and over about the importance of curb appeal and de-cluttering.

While these guidelines are as relevant as ever, they do bear repeating. You can also add some (or all) of these minor tasks to make a major difference in getting your move on.

The pros at HGTV, the Real Estate Staging Association, and Moneycrashers.com can’t ALL be wrong!

Take a look – I think even the most motivated seller may have missed a few!

(48 Tips to Sell Your Home)

 

 

Stunning Seven Springs Condo with Golf Course Views

(Your First Mortgage)

For a taste of Florida-contemporary, this 2 bedroom/2 full bath home in Seven Springs overlooks a lush golf course & crystal blue pond. Spaciously generous at 1,608SF, upgrades abound.

Not only are the views of the 17th hole designed to impress, the interior showcases stunning architectural features.

The sunken living room is perfectly pivoted to display the breezy lanai’s expansive views.

Boasting a classic, wood-burning fireplace & mirror-framed wet bar with glass shelving, the living room is rivaled only by the formal dining area & adjacent kitchen.

Thoughtfully upgraded, the unique kitchen’s new cabinets are lustrous: panels accented by sleek pulls & knobs to offset the upgraded stainless appliances, modern concrete stain floor, concrete kitchen counter top with sand & seashell inlay, & eye-catching glass-top breakfast bar. A bistro breakfast niche completes the picture.

New windows shine throughout this home, hand-painted murals accent it, and new laminate flooring brings it all together.

For extra indulgence, both baths are completely renovated: the master bath with its graceful vessel sink, rich cabinetry, & tile treatments; the second bath featuring recessed lighting, & high-end fixtures/finishes.

Grill & chill on the back patio or cool off with the new AC installed in 2014. The covered carport includes an outside storage unit. Monthly fees cover: building ext, basic cable, grounds maintenance, bldg ins., roof, trash removal, water/sewer. Social membership is available for addt’l cost per month.

Fox Hollow’s Finest in Trinity!

(Trinity Real Estate)Located in elegantly gated Upper Montclair in Fox Hollow is this classically Floridian 3 bedroom/2 full bath/2 car garage home. Surrounding its 1,856 heated sf are the distinctively manicured grounds of a well-tended community.

A barrel-edged portico frames the recessed entrance, opening into a lovely foyer. Twin columns offer entrée to the spacious family room featuring triple trey ceilings. You’ll enjoy the views through the sliders to the sunny, screened lanai and its charming companion sun room.

Openly adjacent to the family room is the gleaming kitchen with its pantry, casual dining bar, & roomy breakfast nook encircled with windows; accented by wainscoting.

The ideal formal living room is nestled off the main foyer.

Besides the master bedroom, the other two bedrooms are large enough to accommodate family or guests; the second one can serve as the perfect office or crafts room with its built-in desk, countertop, & storage.

As for the master suite, a circular, garden tub is situated in the corner & separated from the private shower room by twin sinks & tons of cabinetry.

Besides Solar Guard film on all the windows & in-wall pest defense, wonderful additions this year include: newly installed dishwasher and disposal, hot water heater, A/C with Environcare System Ultra Violet air treatment, and new floors in the kitchen and both baths.

Association dues cover grounds maintenance, exterior painting, heated community swimming pool & trash removal.

This neighborhood is the gem at the heart of Trinity.