LAUREL RIDGE OFFERS NEW HOMESITES AT LAKE KEOWEE AUG. 25
Seneca, S.C. – We’re celebrating the launch of Laurel Ridge with a summer party and homesite draw on Aug. 25. This new community offers 43 homesites, 36 of which are waterfront. Several estate-sized interior homesites also offer water views with a mix of wooded areas and meadows. The community's gently rolling terrain provides beautiful views of the lake from several vantage points.

Visit www.keoweeliving.com or call (800) 861-4904 for more information.

BELLAVITA ON PARK BRINGS TUSCAN INSPIRATION TO CHARLOTTE
Charlotte, N.C. – Simply translated in Italian, BellaVita means “the good life.” And, that’s just what is promised at this new, Tuscan-inspired condominium community near Charlotte’s SouthPark and Dilworth neighborhoods. With just 97 condos available, BellaVita will be an intimate community, but residents will enjoy space for relaxation and recreation in and around the community. BellaVita is designed to be environmentally friendly, and Crescent is pursuing Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification.

Sales start in September. Visit www.bellavita-crescent.com to learn more and add your name to the grand opening invitation list.

BELGATE SET TO BECOME GATEWAY TO CHARLOTTE
Charlotte, N.C. – Given its prominent location along I-85 in north Charlotte, Belgate is poised to become this growing area’s new shopping destination. This new master-planned development will offer retail, dining, hotels, office space and residential opportunities, including the Carolinas’ only IKEA store. Site work has started, and the 345,000-square-foot IKEA store is set to open in spring 2009. Outparcels are currently for sale.

Visit www.belgate-crescent.com or call Mac Barksdale at (980) 321-6153 for outparcel information.

CAMP LAKE JAMES CABIN HOMESITES OPEN FOR SALES
Lake James, N.C. - On Aug. 11, Crescent Communities on Lake James will open sales on our highly anticipated Camp Lake James cabin lots. This intimate collection of just seven homesites offers owners a unique opportunity to create a mountain lake retreat a stone’s throw away from the excitement of Camp Lake James and with striking views of the lake. Best of all, we’ve taken care of everything – the cabin design, floor plan and landscape plan for each of the seven lots – allowing you to select exterior materials and colors and begin building immediately.

These two-bedroom, three-bath cabins offer the comfort of a sleeping loft, two covered porches and, in some cases, a deck. And, owners will have the option of participating in a rental program operated by the Camp Lake James staff. The cabins are 2,830 total square feet. The seven homesites range in size from .75 acres to more than 1.5 acres and range in price from the $400s to $600s.

For more information on the Camp Lake James cabins, click here or contact a member of the Crescent Communities Realty team at (800) 943-2018.

SHOWCASE FOR A CURE OPENS IN SEPTEMBER
Youngsville, N.C. – The 2007 Showcase for a Cure home at Hidden Lake is buzzing with activity. Rex Bost of Bost Construction Company and about 60 members of his crew are at the home daily, steadily working to make sure this lakeside masterpiece is perfect! The fully furnished showhome will be open during Parade of Homes Sept. 22-23, 28-29, Oct. 5-7 and 12-14 from noon to 5 p.m. For more information about the home, visit www.crescentevent.com/showcase.

Visit www.hiddenlake-crescent.com or call (866) 337-2041 to learn more.

GRAND LANDINGS GRAND OPENING WEEKEND IN SEPTEMBER
Palm Coast, Fla. – Grand Landings, LandMar’s latest master-planned club community in Flagler County, has set its opening and homesite selection date for Saturday, Sept. 15. The new Sales & Information Center will open on-site in late August, and homesites will be marked and ready for touring. Be sure to make your homesite reservation now to have first selection and lock in special Founding Family incentives. The Founding Family incentives include a 10-percent discount on preconstruction pricing, the Associate Golf Membership initiation fee waived to The Grand Club (a value of $7,500), club membership dues paid for one year and HOA fees paid through 2008.

Learn more about the opening of Grand Landings.

GOLF AT THE RIVER CLUB BECOMES EVEN BETTER
Suwanee, Ga. – The River Club officially opened the Apple House last week, serving as the turn house and offering golfers an opportunity to enjoy food and beverages without slowing down their play. A direct-link phone at the ninth tee allows players to call in their order, which will be ready for them as they approach the 10th tee. In addition to complimentary fruit (including apples) and cold, scented towels for golfers’ refreshment, the Apple House offers custom-made sandwiches, wraps, hot dogs, hamburgers, desserts and a variety of drink selections. Located next to the practice tee, the Apple House offers covered seating with a guaranteed breeze – the perfect recipe for those ready to relax after practicing their game. 

Visit www.theriver-club.com or call (678) 546-2026 to learn more about The River Club, including the selection of new homes and homesites.

NATION FORD TRAIL OPENS NEXT TO SPRINGFIELD
Fort Mill, S.C. – The Nation Ford Land Trust recently dedicated a 2.2-mile trail that runs beside Springfield, increasing the amenities available to Springfield residents. This hiking trail follows Sugar Creek and is planned to link to the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, eventually connecting it to Charlotte. This trail adds yet another activity available to residents, complementing the family activities center and new golf pro shop that opened earlier this year and membership to the Anne Springs Close Greenway across the street.

Visit www.springfield-crescent.com or call (866) 850-0791 for more information.

SUGARLOAF MOUNTAIN GOLF COURSE TAKES SHAPE
Clermont, Fla. – Sugarloaf Mountain’s private championship golf course, designed by the famed architectural firm Coore & Crenshaw, has been sown with grass and is now a truly stunning sight. The Dwarf Jones greens and the Tif 419 fairways are turning a lush green color as the grow-in phase reaches its peak.

Learn more about Sugarloaf Mountain’s brand-new golf course.

SELECT WATERFRONT HOMESITES AVAILABLE AT THE FARMS
Mooresville, N.C. – Only a few waterfront homesites, averaging about one acre, remain at The Farms. Based on Site Selection magazine naming the Mooresville-Statesville area as the top “micropolitan” area for economic development in the nation, these limited waterfront opportunities won’t last long in this popular area. If you’re looking to move to The Farms more quickly, the community has a great selection of completed and Ready To Customize homes, starting in the $500s.

Visit www.thefarms-crescent.com or call (800) 946-0365 for more information.

VARIETY OF HOMESITES READY FOR YOU AT FALLS COVE
Troutman, N.C. – Just north of The Farms on Lake Norman, Falls Cove opened to much anticipation in June. This new community offers unique homesite opportunities in this area, including waterfront, stream-side, marsh-view and interior. Builders are working on the community’s first new homes. Falls Cove also offers an ideal mix of amenities, with the family activities center coming next fall and Lake Norman State Park next door.

Visit www.fallscove-crescent.com or call (866) 800-1295 for more information.

ROUGH HOLLOW BUILDING YACHT CLUB MARINA, EXCITEMENT
Lakeway, Texas – Just northwest of Austin, Rough Hollow is on the rise on the limestone hills overlooking Lake Travis. The community’s elevated location provides beautiful vantage points throughout. Destined to be the heartbeat of the community, the Yacht Club Marina is well under way and expected to open later this summer. Builders have also started on the community’s first new homes.

Visit www.roughhollow-crescent.com or call (512) 617-1776 for more information.

FINAL PRIVATE PRESERVES AVAILABLE AT the Sanctuary
Charlotte, N.C. – The draw of large, wooded Preserves close to a large city and its international airport have drawn more than 100 owners to the Sanctuary on Lake Wylie. Now, less than 30 of the community’s 187 Preserves remain for sale, with very few waterfront and water-view opportunities remaining. Buyers also have the option to purchase one of the new homes under construction or recently completed at the Sanctuary.

Visit www.thesanctuary-crescent.com or call (877) 295-0950 for more information.

SALES CENTER NOW OPEN AT WATERSCAPE
Fort Walton Beach, Fla. – As construction continues at Waterscape, the community’s on-site sales center is now taking visitors Monday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fronting the Gulf of Mexico, Waterscape is set to open later this year and feature one-, two- and three-bedroom condos around the amenities courtyard. Remaining condos start in the high $300s.

Visit www.waterscapecondos.com or call (800) 547-0805 for more information.

PALMETTO BLUFF TO ADD 122 ACRES TO PRESERVATION
Bluffton, S.C. – Palmetto Bluff will be donating 122 additional acres of waterfront and maritime forest as a conservation easement that will be held by the nonprofit North American Land Trust and shielded in perpetuity from development. With this donation, conservation easements at Palmetto Bluff will total 727 acres. This additional acreage, called River Road Preserve, is adjacent to the May and Cooper rivers.

Learn more about continued conservation at Palmetto Bluff.

SUMMER SIZZLES AT SUGARLOAF
Duluth, Ga. – With many family activities and gatherings scheduled throughout the summer, it’s easy to see why Sugarloaf Country Club is the most successful country club community in the Atlanta area. The Kids Korral is in full swing, thanks to the full-time children’s activities director, and trips to the pool include “Dive-In at the Movie” nights. In addition, couples have been enjoying both the tennis courts and the golf course this summer. Sugarloaf's current inventory of homes features the latest home trends, including outdoor living rooms with fireplaces. A few homesites remain on the golf course and on one of the three community lakes.

Visit www.sugarloafcc.com or call (770) 495-7660 for more information.

NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY AT SAILVIEW
Denver, N.C. – On the quiet western shore of Lake Norman, SailView has grown into a close-knit community with a variety of community groups and activities available to residents. Now, SailView is down to its last new homes, and home buyers can take advantage of special financing with Chase. Highlights of this special financing include all closing costs paid by Chase; 100-percent financing available; minimal documentation loans, as well as no income verification and stated income/asset loans; interest-only loan options to increase purchasing power; short-term and long-term adjustable rate mortgages to manage payments; and automated pre-approval. Five of the nine available homes at SailView, starting in the low $500s, are ready for immediate move-in.

Visit www.sailview-crescent.com or call (866) 800-1428 for more information.

OLDFIELD NAMED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP 100 MASTER-PLANNED COMMUNITIES
Okatie, S.C. – Where to Retire magazine recognized Oldfield as one of the nation’s Top 100 Master-Planned Communities in its July/August 2007 issue. “Where to Retire applauds the positive impact that each of our 100 Best has made on the economic health of the towns and cities in which they are located,” said Karen Northridge, publisher of Where to Retire. “All of the communities are leaders in providing a high quality of life to those who are embarking on new adventures in retirement.”

Read more about Oldfield’s latest honor.

NEW GENERAL MANAGER READY FOR NEW CLUBHOUSE
Cedar Park, Texas – Twin Creeks Country Club recently introduced Jamie Lavigne as its new general manager. This addition is exciting, as Twin Creeks continues to make progress on its new Clubhouse and other initiatives.

Learn more about Twin Creeks new club staff member.

FIRST HOMES AT THE PARKS AT MEADOWVIEW NEARING COMPLETION
Pittsboro, N.C. – Ten homes are under construction at The Parks at Meadowview, and several of them are nearing completion. With different styles to choose from in different stages of construction and price ranges, you are sure to find exactly what you are envisioning. What other community offers 10 unique parks spanning more than 400 acres and access to an adjacent Fred Couples signature golf course?

Visit www.theparks-crescent.com or call (866) 716-7275 to learn more.

TOWN HALL OPENS WITH CARIBBEAN CELEBRATION
Fort Myers, Fla. – River Hall’s much anticipated Town Hall Amenity Center opened last month to great fanfare and fun. An inaugural Caribbean pool party made a splash, as Town Hall’s pool deck was transformed to a tropical paradise. As a steel drum player provided calypso background music, residents and guests were greeted with leis and frozen drinks when entering the pool area surrounded by tiki torches and vibrant flowers. Tours of the two-story recreation center’s incredible amenities were the highlight of the celebration.

Learn more about amenities available at Town Hall.

SHIPYARDS IS CALLING YOU TO ITS INNERCIRCLE
Jacksonville, Fla. – You still have time to be part of our exclusive reservation program – become an InnerCircle member now! LandMar is accepting reservations for their one-of-a-kind community, SHIPYARDS. This master-planned, high-rise community is setting a new standard for Florida and bringing an iconic destination to the heart of downtown Jacksonville. Waterfront urban living has arrived. SHIPYARDS. This changes everything.

Click here to become an InnerCircle member at SHIPYARDS.

TEAM CRESCENT COMMUNITIES WILL RACE FOR THE CURE OCT. 6
Charlotte, N.C. – The Charlotte Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure will hold its Race for the Cure Oct. 6 in uptown Charlotte, and Crescent Communities is busy getting its team together. This event, in its 11th year in Charlotte, has a fund-raising goal of $425,000. All Crescent employees and homeowners are encouraged to participate with Team Crescent Communities to help meet this goal.

Visit www.komencharlotte.org and look for Team Crescent Communities for more information.