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Gated Communities USA Introduces RedTail Mountain in Mountain City Tennessee

Monday, November 16th, 2009

RedTail Mountain is a master planned community that provides mountain living at it’s best. Located in the Appalachian Mountains of Tennessee, RedTail keeps with the heritage of mountain and rustic living.

Situated approximately 20 miles northwest of Boone North Carolina in Mountain City Tennessee, home buyers and vacationers can choose between custom built single family homes, town homes, and cottages themed around the rustic mountain living. Residents and visitors have a variety of shopping centers and restaurants.

This private community features 720 acres of natural beauty and a semi-private golf club with a par 72′ hole course managed by Troon Golf(R). The course has panoramic mountain views and elevation changes of 400 ft around the course.

If you are looking for one on one help with your short or long game skills, Sam Adam’s Golf Academy provides the help you are looking for. Golfers receive personalized instruction from area pros. The’,000 sq ft clubhouse is a great place to relax following your round. The clubhouse features a members lounge, pro shop, and a restaurant that is perfect for hosting formal get-togethers such as receptions and parties.

Active adults enjoy the newly planned equestrian center, tennis complex, and fitness center at RedTail Mountain. The equestrian center offers horse lovers large stalls and stables with acres of paddocks and miles of riding trails through the mountain terrain. The tennis complex features all weather tennis courts with lights for nighttime play. The fitness center has a large deck overlooking the valley, heated pool, and spa treatment rooms. Outside the center members can enjoy the grand fireplace, amphitheater, summer kitchen, bistro and a playground.

Skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports activities are just 30 minutes away at Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain. Water sports, fishing, and boating on scenic Watauga Lake is a mere 12 miles away. There are also miles of nature trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.

Three bedroom, rental capable lodges are available for purchase. Three and four bedroom coach homes are located on the fairway with large decks. Golf villas and home sites ranging from half acre to two acres are available with ridge top views or wooded seclusion for the ultimate privacy.

Hubert Miles is the founder of Gated Communities USA which features the best Gated Communities in the USA and Internationally. Find information on Tennessee Golf Communities.

Western Maine Master Planned Communities - Great Brook Preserve

Sunday, October 11th, 2009

Situated in the beautiful Mahoosuc Mountains in Western Maine you will find a premier gated mountain community known as Great Brook Preserve. The award-winning Sunday River Golf Club and the Sunday River Ski Resort are just a few of the amenities located just a short drive from the Great Brook Preserve. As a great secondary home destination, Great Brook Preserve offers quiet, secluded land and homes with wonderful mountain views.

If skiing and snowboarding is your passion, then you will love the 131 world class ski trails that weave in and out of 8 interconnected mountains at that make up the Sunday River Ski Resort.

Created by award-winning designer Robert Trent Jones Jr, the Sunday River Golf Club was named the number one course in Maine by Golfweek Magazine and was named one of the top 10 best new golf courses in the world by Travel and Leisure Magazine.

If you have a love for the environment and want to see natural woodlands protected you’ll find the deep rooted compassion for the environment shown by Great Brook Preserve refreshing. Tall timbers dominate the mountain landscapes inside the community, with hundreds of acres donated to the Conservation Land Trust. The donated land has been set aside to remain undeveloped to preserve the communities environment and natural beauty.

Hikers and walkers will have a seemingly endless supply of options that will never leave you bored. Enjoy the 180 mile hut and trail system next to the community or the 40 miles of hiking on the Grafton Loop Trail in Grafton Notch. If you enjoy cross country skiing or snowmobiling, you’ll love the vast trails and paths through the Mahoosuc Mountains. Homeowners also enjoy large home sites from 3 to 566 acres with touring trees, steams and brooks, waterfalls, and beautiful mountains views.

The historic town of Bethel, commonly referred to as “The greatest ski town in the universe” by SKI Magazine offers residents access to many shopping and dining options. Bethel also provides many of outdoor adventures that are seasonally based and available all year long.

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So if you are looking to purchase a seasonal or secondary home in a mountain community in Maine, why not give Great Brook Preserve a try? You’ll likely find exactly what you’ve been looking for.

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Cheap Ski Holidays

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009

Switzerland is famous for its ski slopes and picturesque sights. If you are interested in one of the many cheap ski holidays, then you must consider this alpine country among your options. February is one of the best months for traveling to this part of the world, with many Alpine villages having transformed into wonderful ski resorts. Affordable accommodation is easy to find, with traditional hotels welcoming tourists from all over the world.

Without a doubt skiing is the favorite pastime of many sports fanatics around the world. These sports fanatics travel all around the world following the seasons to experience the best skiing conditions. Switzerland is often a popular stop for skiers and is chosen for the cheap ski holidays available for snow-filled getaways. Aside from skiing there is also very vibrant nightlife to discover. The nightlife includes dancing and restaurants to experience the taste of other cuisines and much more. During the day visitors can experience wonderful ice sculptures, spend the night in an igloo and even take indoor mountain climbing lessons.

You might not think about skiing in March but the truth is that Canada has some pretty interesting options during this time of year, particularly for those interested in cheap ski holidays. The prices are quite affordable and there is nothing more beautiful than the great Canadian outdoors. Use the Internet to find yourself a resort village that will accommodate you during your stay. Enjoy the ski slopes, the strong pine fragrance and go ice-skating when you feel like trying out something new. You can take ski or snowboarding lessons, relax with a massage at the spa or enjoy the local cuisine.

There are other areas to explore when coming to Canada but you should first consider Ottawa Canada. It is the perfect place to find the cheapest lodging and all together it has the cheapest ski holidays. Ottawa also has things that others dont like cross-country skiing and snow sculpture competitions. It also has a great culture for skaters.

Whether you prefer Europe or the American continent for your ski getaway, the important thing is that you find an affordable travel package. European ski resorts are filled with tourists coming from different parts of the world, enjoying some of the finest ski slopes and winter sports-related activities. America has numerous resorts that not only offer amazing skiing opportunities but also health and beauty spas, trendy restaurants and many nightclubs. You just have to consider all the possibilities before making a final decision. Ski in France, Switzerland or Canada but select a resort that pleases you in every possible way. Are you prepared to start looking for cheap ski holidays? Note down all your options then think about the one that appeals the most. There are definitely many all-inclusive deals around and youll only be a few clicks away from your dream ski holiday!

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