Spring Fever? Things to Do Around Charlotte and Indian Land

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Spring Fever? Here are some things to do around the Charlotte Area!

 

It’s that time of year – where the spring weather is gorgeous in the southeast and we can’t wait to get outdoors and enjoy it! Looking for some fun things to do in the Charlotte area? Maybe you are looking for some things to do around Sun City Carolina Lakes or the Indian Land area. Here are some of our local favorites…

See the spider lilies at Lansford Canal State Park

These beautiful flowers only bloom once a year – and only in one or two places in the southeast. If you haven’t seen them, you need to add this to your list! Check out the Landsford Canal State Park website for the best time to visit!

Take a walk at Anne Springs Close Greenway.

This fantastic park has walking trails, a summer concert series, and picnic areas. They also offer other activities and special classes in photography, meditation and more! Visit their website for more information.

Pick your own strawberries at Ivy Place Berries on Van Wyck Road

This farm is an easy choice if you live in Indian Land. It is close to home and they have several different varieties of berries. Be sure to check their website before you visit to see what is available. We picked strawberries this past weekend and they were delicious! Don’t want to do the work? No problem – the farm also sells pre-picked berries for your convenience. We liked our berries so much we even made a homemade strawberry cake – drop us a note if you would like the recipe!

 

Visit the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.

This garden is beautiful in spring and it isn’t too hot to walk around and enjoy the grounds! Plan to have afternoon tea while you are there! Or plan your visit around one of their many fun events such as birding walks, a sip and stroll, music festivals, art shows and more! Click here for a full schedule of events.

Go see a Charlotte Knights baseball game!

If you haven’t seen a Charlotte Knights game in their stadium, you are in for a treat. It’s a great afternoon or evening of fun for your entire group! Click here to see when their next home game is scheduled.

 

 

 

Visit the US National Whitewater Center

If you live in the Charlotte area, the whitewater center is the perfect place for a visit in spring. It is unique and there is not another center like it in the entire U.S. If you are a serious outdoorsman, you might enjoy the whitewater rafting, kayaking, ropes challenge courses or ziplines offered at the center. However, if you aren’t up for those activities, the whitewater center also offers flatwater kayaking and canoeing, walking paths, and plenty of space to relax and enjoy watching other visitors try their hand at rock climbing, rafting, and more. The center also boasts great craft brews, several good dining options and evening music and film festivals where you can relax and simply enjoy being outdoors. Check out their website for more information.

 

 

Have some more suggestions? Please share them with us by calling Laura or Andrea at 803-504-1111 or by emailing us at Laura@TeamPogue.com.

 

Want to Be Happy? Think Like an Old Person

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This is a neat article – we loved hearing the perspective of these seniors! With New Years Resolutions on our minds, we thought we would share! The article is entitled “Want to Be Happy? Think Like an Old Person.” published by the New York Times.

Annual Train Show at the Lake House in Sun City Carolina Lakes

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Don’t miss the annual Train Show facilitated by the Railroad Club of Sun City Carolina Lakes. This year they have extended the show so families can enjoy it after Christmas Day. In addition to the raffle of 3 Lionel Train Sets on Dec 23rd, the show will host a Lunch with Santa on Dec 16th and two Polar Express Storytime hours on Dec 16th and Dec 23rd. Don’t miss this fun annual event meant to be enjoyed by kids of all ages! The show opens on Dec 3rd and ends on Dec 28th. See the calendar for show hours and activities.

Holiday Activities in Waxhaw, NC

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Wondering what holiday celebrations you might enjoy that are nearby Indian Land and the Waxhaw area? Look no further – the city of Waxhaw plans fun events for all ages each year during the holiday season!

Looking for some fun holiday activities to share with family and friends that are close to home this holiday season? Try heading over to downtown Waxhaw – they kick off the holiday season with a tree lighting and festival of lights on Sat, December 2nd. Enjoy a Christmas parade the following weekend. This year they have also planned a Menorah Lighting for Dec 14th. There is something for everyone close to home!

 

Gingersnap 5K Saturday, Dec 2nd at 8am
Holiday Festival of Lights  Saturday, Dec 2nd 4-8pm
Christmas Parade Sunday, Dec 10th at 3pm
Menorah Lighting Thursday, Dec 14th at 5pm

 

For more information, visit the Waxhaw website at: http://www.waxhaw.com/118/Holiday-Happenings

Sun City Community Open House Oct 15th!

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Come check the 55+ active adult lifestyle in Sun City Carolina Lakes! SCCL Realtors and the SCCL HOA are working together to host a Community Open House on Sun, Oct 15th from 1-4pm. Stop by the Lake House to pick up a map and jump right in:

  • Tour Homes for Sale
  • Take a Tour of the Amenity Centers
  • Meet members of the community clubs and special interest groups.

 

This event is open to the public. SCCL is a 55+ community. Contact Team Pogue with questions at 803-504-1111. We hope to see you there!

Why I Love Living in Sun City Carolina Lakes!

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If you ask me why I love living in Sun City, I answer without hesitation – I live here because of my fabulous neighbors! The first weekend after my husband Mike and I moved in, several neighbors rang our doorbell and invited themselves in for a visit. We instantly felt welcomed to the neighborhood and now we regularly spend time with our neighbors at monthly “Fun Friday” block parties, holiday parties, and POD golf outings and lunches! And if that isn’t enough, Sun City Carolina Lakes has so much to do on the calendar. We are busier than we have been in years!  We moved to the area to live closer to our family. Since then, they were relocated across the country, but MIke and I are happy here in Sun City and don’t want to leave!

Andrea and I were sharing our stories one day. She moved here from California and found the “southern hospitality” that our region is so well known for to be truth, not myth! What a wonderful refreshing surprise to meet people who genuinely want to hear your answer when they ask, “How are you today?”

We wondered if our friends and neighbors feel the same way – so we asked some of our neighbors who stopped to visit at our last Coffee at the Lake House why they love living in Sun City! Many people like living here because they have an active social life in the community. Others enjoy their close relationships with friends and neighbors who they also can count on to pick up their mail and keep an eye on the house when they travel. Everyone we spoke to has found people in the community that they enjoy and can relate to! We are fortunate to live in Sun City Carolina Lakes – where the community and amenities live up to the “hype!”

Here’s what the residents we spoke to had to say…

“Safety – It feels very secure here and the best part is my house is ‘paid for’!”  -Helen 

“I need all day to tell you the many reasons why! I am from NY and it took me 2 yrs to get here.  It is like Disney World for adults or a Cruise ship that doesn’t leave port!” -Becky 

“I am the President of the Singles Club –  we have increased membership to 275 members.  We go to movies, dinner, cocktail parties, dine-in, dine-out, cookouts and much more.  The club is very active and is no pressure.” -Phyllis 

“I like the people in the community, the camaraderie of the residents and the facilities are great!” -Joe 

“I like being busy and I work out 6 days a week. My husband and I go separate ways because there is lots to do for both of us.  We live close to our neighbors and they keep watch while we travel.”  -Carol 

“I enjoy the social events, clubs, and yoga.  I just got back from a River Cruise in Europe!” – Mina 

“The people are very friendly, welcoming and the activities are wonderful.  There are lots of people here from West Virginia.” -Joe 

Tree Tops Announces Wifi Certified Features in “To Be Built” Homes

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We recently checked in with the sales office at Tree Tops to hear their latest news – they had a busy summer! As of the end of August, Tree Tops has sold over 200 homes – that about 25% of their planned construction. Of those, over 150 homes have closed.

Amenities are well on their way with grading for tennis courts and pickle ball courts underway. The pool and Tree House building are currently under construction also and are expected to be completed by next summer 2018. During August, Tree Tops hosted a Grand Opening for the Rookery trail and they have completed 2 kayak storage areas for resident use near the lakeside.

One of the announcements they were most excited to share is that all Lennar Tree Tops homes sold going forward as a “To Be Built” (not inventory) home will feature Wifi Certified Features and Whole Home automation. The package features Amazon Echo devices, Sonos music speakers, Ring video doorbell, Kwikset keyless entry lock systems, Honeywell Lyric thermostats, and more! At this time, Lennar is the only builder in the country offering these systems included!

It’s an exciting time for this new development! If you would like to learn more, please contact us. Team Pogue specializes in the 55 plus market and Indian Land, so if you have questions about the 55 plus or Active Adult communities available in the area, give us a call at 803-504-1111.

Possible Tenants Names Released for the Promenade at Carolina Reserve

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The Promenade at Carolina Reserve Shopping Center is currently the largest shopping center being developed in Indian Land. It will be located directly across 521 from Sun City Carolina Lakes – so residents and real estate agents alike are watching the progress of the center closely. Harris Teeter will be the largest anchor tenant. Some of the possible junior anchor tenants are still in negotiations but possible tenant names released recently include  TJ Maxx, Hobby Lobby, Burlington, Ulta, Rack Room Shoes, Tuesday Morning, Petco, Five Below and Ross to name a few. Outparcel tenants are mostly still in negotiations as well but include everything from fast food chains to hair & nail salons. A Walmart Superstore is also being proposed as a tenant in 2019.

For more information on some of the latest news, click here to check out the Lancaster News article published on July 23rd.

Cresswind Charlotte Hosts Grand Opening

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Cresswind by Kolter hosted a VIP Event for potential homebuyers on 6/24/17. ere were decorated models open for touring, a tented area with lunch served and a live duo for entertainment. The community will have the first home built by November. Team Pogue has been following the development of Cresswind. If you have questions please contact us. Many people ask if they should work with an agent or directly with the sales center as they build a new home. With Team Pogue representation, you can feel comfortable that someone is looking out for your needs from the day you enter the sales center until the day you move into your new dream home! Call Team Pogue for Real Estate with a Personal Touch!