Amblebrook Gettysburg Gettysburg, PA

French Broad Crossing Marshall, NC

French Broad Crossing in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina bills itself as “A Wild River Preserve,” and it is. The free-flowing French Broad River bisects the 750-acre enclave, one-third of which is held in trust by the Southeast Regional Conservancy, along with an additional 1,500 acres at the neighboring sister community of Little Pines. The result is well-protected local flora and fauna plus mile after mile of wilderness trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.

Located in the rolling Pennsylvania countryside near one of America’s most hallowed historic sites, Amblebrook Gettysburg is an age-55-and-better community for the young at heart. The unique Sports & Wellness Campus includes complete fitness facilities and training programs, an aquatic center, a full-service spa, sports court, and a yoga lawn. The Rock Creek Clubhouse is the center of community activity with an on-site concierge, art studio, demonstration kitchen, and lifelong-learning center with tiered seating. The AmbleWay, a specialized network of walking, jogging, and biking trails, can include stops at Patriot Point Park and the Fresh Farm Market with healthy local produce for the dinner table.

The top-quality homes at Amblebrook Gettysburg are energy-efficient designs from three of the region’s most respected builders. Lennar’s one- and two-story villas come with the company’s signature “Everything’s Included” programs that features home automation systems, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and more for no additional cost. Elevate Homes offers a choice of eight customizable single-family floor plans, each with expansive covered outdoor living areas. The cottage-style residences by Caruso Homes feature flexible single-level living with the option to add a second-floor private office or storage space.

The town of Gettysburg offers fine-dining restaurants, shops and outlets, cultural events and festivals, the Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital and associated specialty practices, and all of the historic sites associated with the Gettysburg National Military Park.

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The artisan-built River Lodge is the hub of social activity at French Broad Crossing, while the adjacent Wellness Center features state-of-the-art workout equipment, pool, and hot tub. The Riverfront Family Park & Pavilion hosts cookouts by the water and offers river access for whitewater rafting, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fly fishing. The covered Tree House with an outdoor fireplace is a unique spot to enjoy sunsets after gathering nature’s produce in the community gardens, blackberry fields, and apple orchard.

French Broad Crossing homes feature spectacular river, mountain, and forest views. Current homesite listings range from 1.3 to 3.9 acres in size, and the featured home/lot combo is a two-bedroom Dancing Wind Cottage with unobstructed vistas on 1.5 acres. New community high-speed fiber-optic lines are being installed this summer. Just a 30-minute drive from downtown Asheville, French Broad Crossing residents also enjoy easy access to all of the cultural amenities, eclectic restaurants, brewpubs, and medical facilities in one of America’s finest mountain cities.

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Marina del Palma

Palm Coast, FL

Potomac Overlook Estates

Shepherdstown, WV

If you and your family love the boating lifestyle, then Marina del Palma on the sun-drenched Atlantic coast of Florida could be your next port of call.

Marina del Palma is a community of watersports lovers who own the ultimate amenity: a state-of-the-art boathouse with a reserved E-slip for every homesite purchaser. And, because the HOA owns the facility, monthly dues are low, and boaters can get complete valet services. Choose a departure time and your vessel is put in the water, fueled up, and ready to go. After motoring on the adjacent Intracoastal Waterway or deep-sea fishing in the Gulf Stream just offshore, toss your keys to the attendant, and your boat is cleaned and safely stored indoors, ready for your next adventure.

The resort-style amenities at the gated Marina del Palma community include a waterfront clubhouse with a pool and tennis courts plus fitness facilities and a dog park. Residents also have direct access to a 4,000-acre state-owned nature preserve for hiking and biking in the pristine maritime forest. And, the beautiful local beaches are less than four miles away.

Only 154 upscale residences will be built in Marina del Palma, and three model homes are now open. Located about midway between the towns of Palm Coast and Flagler Beach, Marina del Palma residents have convenient access to shopping centers, restaurants, professional services, and year-round cultural events.

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Potomac Overlook Estates is a one-of-a-kind waterfront community located on the West Virginia bank of the Potomac River and about an hour north of Washington, D.C. The gated enclave has just 35 high-end homesites that range from one-acre lots directly on the riverfront to four-acre estate properties with river access. Residents have the option of building their own private docks or using the community boat ramp. All utilities, including high-speed fiber-optic cable/internet lines, are located underground for enhanced safety and convenience. Homesite buyers at Potomac Overlook Estates can use their selected architectural designs or choose from a variety of available model floor plans. Spacious Lindal Homes plans and elegant Logangate Timber Home residences are among the featured options.

Historic Shepherdstown, the home of Shepherd University and the famous Bavarian Inn, is a 10-minute scenic drive from Potomac Overlook Estates. In addition to a year-round calendar of cultural events, Shepherdstown features a walkable downtown area with restaurants, shops, galleries, theaters, and museums plus the 260-bed City Hospital and the nearby VA Medical Center. For outdoor recreation, the Whitings Neck Equestrian Center is right next door, while there are four golf courses and the Sleepy Creek Nature Preserve for hiking and biking in the immediate area. Just 16 miles away is the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races with a horse track, evening shows, and Vegas-style gaming. PotomacOverlookEstates.com

Salters Haven Hampstead, NC

Tidewater Landing

Lewes, DE

Salters Haven is an emerging community on the North Carolina coast by Logan Developers, the same team that created the sold-out Helms Port marina community in Wilmington. Families and retirees seeking the fresh-air lifestyle with plenty of time on the water will find a welcoming home at Salters Haven.

The first phase of community amenities is nearing completion, including the Salters Haven Clubhouse with a lounge, kitchen, grills, event space, and a resort-style pool. Also opening this year will be the community’s 75-slip marina, featuring direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and the perfect launching pad for boaters, kayakers, and paddleboarders. Walking and biking trails meander through the neighborhoods.

Many of the 308 homesites at Salters Haven offer tranquil water views. The featured builders program includes two of the region’s best. Logan Homes offers a variety of flexible floor plans with spacious master suites and covered porches on the front and back. At the same time, Legacy Homes by Bill Clark features professional designs with up to four bedrooms and home offices.

Just a short drive away is the thriving coastal town of Hampstead and the pristine beaches of Topsail Island. A bit further south is the historic port city of Wilmington, a regional center of cultural activities and top-quality medical services.

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Tidewater Landing is a premier destination on the southern Delaware coast for active retirees and growing families who want a four-season mid-Atlantic location just minutes from the beach. It’s the latest development by the Carl. M. Freeman Companies that are responsible for other celebrated communities in the region, such as Bayside and The Preserve.

The single-family homes at Tidewater Landing are offered in more than a dozen flexible floor plans by Schell Brothers, Delaware’s most prolific builder of upscale residences. All models include personalized details and specially crafted features that make each home unique. Available choices range from The Newport, an energy-efficient three-bedroom design, to The Waterford, which can be configured for up to eight bedrooms and has a huge outdoor living space for entertaining.

Tidewater Landing amenities include a community clubhouse with a fitness center swimming pool, tennis and multi-use courts, and miles of shady trails for walking, jogging, and biking. There’s also a community kayak launch and fishing pier. In addition, the Freeman Life Enrichment Institute offers a year-round schedule of personal-enhancement activities like academic classes, cooking demonstrations, and hobby workshops.

The historic seaside enclave of Lewes, with its charming downtown and surrounding nature preserves, is just seven miles from Tidewater Landing. Less than 10 miles east is Rehoboth Beach, one of Delaware’s most popular resort destinations that features boutique shops, fresh-seafood restaurants, and a famous oceanfront boardwalk.

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