Sandhills Real Estate, December 12 2010

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THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.

E sc ape f rom t he Ordi na ry i n thi s Pr iva te T wo Hom e E sta te

Nestled in majestic pines on the 16th Hole of Mid South Club, this stately home has a separate guest house for private use or income property. Fabulous versatile space abounds throughout, including a car collectors dream w/2 car garage in Main House & 3 car garage in Guest House. Fabulous Master Suite, extensive Pool area, Wine Cellar, Fitness Room and much, much more. Call Lin for a private showing.

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The Moore County Register of Deeds Office in Carthage has recorded the following property transfers valued at $50,000 or more.

November 22-24, 2010 Joseph J. and Ann Leaskey to John M. Svedman and Susan I. Clark, Lot 2332 Seven Lakes South, Mineral Springs Township, $349,000.

Arlene J. Meacci Et al. to Warren Haag, Unit 303 Knollwood Village Condo, McNeill Township, $68,000.

Luke and Debra Pennucci to Joseph F. and Sharon L. Hakas, Tract 16 McDeeds Creek, $115,000.

Daniel G. Strickland Inc. to Thomas H. and Sharron Saylor, Lot 3135 S11 PI Pinewild, Mineral Springs Township, $545,000.

Brian C. and Lori J. Rarey to Thomas L. and Ellen S. Murphy, Lot 343 PII Blue Farm McNeill Township, $231,000.

Charlotte H. Hall Et al. to Jacob

Lake Pinehurst Villa #25 Near Marina, 1700 SF 3 BR, 3 BA, Furnished Club Membership $217,900 Now $203,900

Serving the Pinehurst Area for over 35 Years Hagan & Hagan GMAC Real Estate

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7 PII Brae Burn Village Condo, Mineral Springs Township, $138,000.

Glenn C. Middleton Et al. to Richard H. and Kathy A. Szyja, Lot 445 U4 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $122,000.

Christine S. Novak Et al. to Megan M. Westcott and Joan M. Vandermeulen, Lot 755 Big Juniper Seven Lakes, Mineral Springs Township, $140,000.

DGH Management LLC to Gregorio G. Galvan Et al., Lot 59 Laurel Commons Sandhills Township, $211,000.

Stafford Land Company Inc. and Stafford Land Company to Micah and Kacie Deerinwater, Lot 36 P2 Cabin Branch Carthage Township, $242,000.

Mildred Y. Comninaki to Rafael and Alexa Estevez, Lot 27 Lake Longleaf Seven Lakes Township, $118,000.

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330 McDEEDS CREEK ROAD

tiful Horse Farms in McDeeds Creek with a stocked pond and huge Bass. The home features: 6 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Fenced Inground Swimming Pool, Wood Floors throughout, Large Kitchen with Granite Counters & Lots of Cabinets, 2 Car Garage with lots of storage and a Basement with Concrete Flooring. There are Amenities galore throughout this home! Call anytime for more details or to see! OFFERED AT: $735,000

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L. Howland, Lot 269 U9 P1 Pinehurst, Mineral Springs Township, $152,000.

Shirley and Shirley K. Dunkel to John Sheridan, Unit 18 Regime 1 S1 Colonial Pines, $141,500.

Dewey T. and Kathy B. Holderfield to Cindi A. Gold, 0.23 acres, McNeill Township, $225,000.

H&H Homes of Fayetteville LLC to Larry D. and Kimberly A. Rihanek, Lot 32 Sinclair Little River Township, $222,000.

Susan J. Davis Et al. to Gene and Diane Patenaude, Tracts, McNeill Township, $275,000.

Marvin L. McKinney Et al. to Timothy L. and Tammy M. Ferguson, Tract, $70,000.

Michael P. and Jennifer M. Ames to Alejandro A. and Jamie E. Masis, Lot 5177 S11 Woodlake, $177,000.

Brian and Marilyn Breen to Paul H. Jr. and Kathryn M. Conners, Lot

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Longleaf CC $255,000 Wonderful Townhouse – Beautiful Golf Views 3 BR / 3 BA Code 704

Pinehurst $166,000 Pinehurst $189,900 Cul-de-sac Location – Inviting Floor Plan Inviting Home w/ a Great Floor Plan 3 BR / 2 BA Code 705 3 BR / 2 BA Code 707

Seven Lakes West $369,000 Beautiful All Brick Golf Front 3 BR / 3 BA Code 708

Aberdeen $220,000 Split Floor Plan – Great Kitchen 3 BR / 2 BA Code 709

Pinehurst $137,000 Beautiful Oversized Golf Front Condo 2 BR / 2 BA Code 711

$379,000 Pinehurst $86,000 Longleaf CC Fabulous Golf Front – Pristine Condition Gorgeous Pristine Golf Front Home Code 713 1 BR / 1 BA Code 712 3 BR / 2 BA

Seven Lakes West $259,000 Lovely Home – Spacious Floor Plan 3 BR / 2.5 BA Code 714

Pinehurst $650,000 Premier Water Front on Lake Pinehurst 3 BR / 2.5 BA Code 715

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Pinehurst $75,000 Pinehurst $689,000 $75,000 National Great Ground Level Golf View Condo Updated Immaculate Golf View Condo Beautiful & Stylish Golf Front Home 1 BR / 1 BA Code 716 1 BR / 1 BA Code 719 Code 717 4 BR / 3.5 BA

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Pinehurst $349,800 Southern Pines $435,000 Beautiful Golf Front – Super Floor Plan Inviting Two Story – Lots of Privacy 3 BR / 3 BA Code 720 3 BR / 3.5 BA Code 721

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2010

THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.

Dear Community,

The Pinehurst-Southern Pines Area Association of REALTORS would like to recognize Paula Nash our Executive Vice President. Paula has been selected to receive two scholarships for Association Executive training. The National Association of REALTORS took applicants from all over the United States and Paula received one of the three scholarships being offered. The North Carolina Association of REALTORS

When you need to know... talk to Mickey DeBernard www.NewHeritageRealty.com

took applicants from North Carolina Associations and awarded Paula one of eight being offered. The scholarships are given to offset local Association expenses and to further the career of the Association Executive.

Please join me in congratulating Paula Nash - Executive Vice President of the Pinehurst-Southern Pines Area Association of REALTORS.

E-mail: Mickey@NewHeritageRealty.com

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Furnished 2BR/2BA ground floor unit w/beautiful lake view! $124,900

138983 Model Perfect! Lovely 3BR/2.5BA with high quality and comfortable elegance. Great details. $484,900

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138598 Immaculate! Quality, brick, 2600sf, 5BR/3.5BA, w/Covered Porch, Granite & Hrdwd. $299,900

139534 Brick home on .92 acre estate lot. 3600, 3BR/2.5BA home w/built-ins & hrdwd floors. $474,900

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136889 Beautiful High Membership Lot overlooking Pinehurst #8 Golf Course.

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THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.

M O OR E C O U NT Y H OM E B U I L DE RS A S S OC I A T I O N

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2010

By John Pandich Moore County Home Builders Association President

The Perfect Home Buying Combo: High Affordability and Low Interest Rates

If you are still trying to decide whether you want to move from being a renter to a home owner, what are you waiting for? Housing affordability is at an alltime high and interest rates are at 50-year lows – the perfect combination for today’s home buyers.

Homes are afford-

able to more people In November, the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index (HOI) showed that 72.1 percent of all new and existing homes sold in the third quarter of 2010 were affordable to families earning the national median income of $64,400.

Until 2009, the HOI rarely topped 65 percent and never reached 70 percent.

Interest Rates at Historic Lows You can’t beat today’s incredibly low interest rates. In November, according to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey®, mortgage interest rates are at record all-time lows, averaging just above 4 percent for a 30-year fixed rate and 3.5 percent for a 15-year fixed loan.

When interest rates go up, the effect on monthly payments can be dramatic. A $200,000, 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage with a 5 percent interest rate has a monthly payment of $1,074. At 6 percent

the monthly payments go up to $1,199 — an increase of $125 a month.

Potential home buyers need to be aware, however, that lending requirements have tightened since the housing downturn.

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Homeownership typically represents the largest source of net worth for most families. Beyond often being a good investment, it also provides a place to raise your family and create lifelong memories.

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Today’s Buyers Save Well Into The Future

By Victoria Spannaus Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

Eva Toney 910-638-0972

E-Mail: eva@pinehurst.net

www.RealEstateInPinehurst.com

All brick one owner home in prestigious location - one or two lots (your choice) - 2300+ SF, 3 BRs (split plan), 2 Baths, Carolina Rm, updated Kitchen with beautiful Breakfast Area with view of the lake, woodburning fireplace. Pinehurst CC Membership available.

House & 1 lot - $259,000 House & 2 lots - $299,000

240' ON THAGARD LAKE - Almost 3 Acres of lush landscaping meticulously updated and renovated this home is a dream come true - 4 BRs each w/private bath, 3 of the BRs have Office and/or sitting room, gourmet cook's kitchen, multiple terraces, screen porch & media rm + a fantastic workshop. $1,400,000

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A UNIQUE PINEHURST NEIGHBORHOOD SECRET! 35 WINDMERE, PINEHURST

- EAST SIDE OF TRAFFIC CIRCLE 1 BLK OFF MIDLAND - 3/2 BRICK HOME W/ MANY UPDATES - .68 ACRE CORNER LOT - 22 X 26 DETACHED GARAGE W/ 500sf+ WALK UP STORAGE - FENCED BACKYARD - PINEHURST SCHOOL SYSTEM - DELIGHTFUL QUIET FAMILY NEIGHBORHOOD - $196,000

Theyl Turner

Keller Williams Realty 910-528-2321

SUPER VIEW FROM YOUR DECK OF COURSE 5 #2 FAIRWAY From this perfect, furnished upper unit 208, 2BR2BA Condo in Linville Gardens. Move in ready for your weekend golf retreat.

Golf Membership available.

Call for more details. MLS140518 Priced below assessment. $135,000

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MEJ PROPERTIES

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159 E. Shenandoah Rd., Seven Lakes • $325,000

In today’s uncertain economy, many factors influence the decision to buy a home, including job status, financial resources, and family considerations. But one of the most compelling reasons to purchase now is the affordability factor, which will benefit today’s buyers for many years to come.

To put this in perspective, look at a family who purchased a medianpriced home five years ago with an FHA mortgage requiring a 3 percent downpayment.

Their monthly mortgage payment would total about $1,650. If that same family bought a

“I will provide an outstanding mortgage experience from application to closing”

home at today’s lower interest rates and more affordable price tag, they would be paying about $1,150 per month — a savings of $500 every month or $6,000 per year.

That’s undoubtedly why a recent survey conducted by the National Association of Realtors® found that 80 percent of Americans believe buying a home is a good financial decision, despite ongoing challenges with the nation’s economic recovery. And it’s

undoubtedly why 63 percent of renters say that owning a home is a future priority.

For a free consultation to discuss which type of mortgage loan will work best for you, call Victoria Spannaus at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage at (800) 741-7813 or 910692-6225.

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When your PCS orders come through we can help put you “at ease” with your move For the financing you need now for your new home, count on our Military Mortgage Express® program.

Single Family Home — Walk into this well maintained waterfront home on Sequoia Cove with a large, light dining room that opens to all areas of this home. Sky lighted eat-in kitchen with tile floors, new appliances, solid surface counters, faucets lge formal dining room, den, piano room, split bed-room plan, & lge entry. Deck has automatic awning over 21X19 deck, plus awning over smaller deck. Beautiful landscaping with irrigation from the lake. Azaela garden surrounded by oval driveway. Brand new carrier HVAC unit too.

We understand what military families need As one of the nation’s leading FHA/VA lenders, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage has the professionalism and expertise to make your move fast and hassle-free.

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Edwards Real Estate & Forestry Consulting

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Christine Sellers

Lucretia Pinnock 692-6767

When Experience Counts...

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Jim Horne

Murray Williamson Realtor®

LEILANI MEDLIN REALTOR® / Broker

“Specializing in Woodlake for Over 25 Years”

Independently owned and operated

jhornewlcc@pinehurst.net

Leilani@laroseandcompany.com www.LeilaniMedlin.com

Office.: (910) 245-8683 Cell: (910) 624-2997 Fax: (910) 245-8684

www.thelakeresortproperties.com

LYNETTE WILLLIAMS Broker

Specializing in all of Moore County

910.295.6056

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murray@basilgrouprealty.com Cell: (910) 528-2432 Fax: (910) 944-7943 Pinehurst, NC 28374 www.basilgrouprealty.com

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Larose and Company

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980 Unit 3 Seven Lakes Drive

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Warm your home for the holidays with energy-efficient products

THE PILOT â&#x20AC;&#x201D; SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.

(ARA) - Fall colors, cooler weather and crackling fires mean the holidays are right around the corner.

As consumers prepare themselves and their homes for colder temperatures, Send us your event photos to share with the community. many will seek out Submit digital photos accompanied by caption energy-efficient information to mwood@thepilot.com. products. By making smart decisions, you can be sensible, yet stylish, when the cold weather, family and friends arrive for the holidays.

The first place to start: your windows and doors. Replacing old, drafty windows and doors with fashionable, more energy-efficient ones can help you save energy and lower your utility bills yearround. If you're an American homeowner, it could even help you save at tax time if you purchase and install before Dec. 31.

Long-term energy savings "Today's budgetconscious consumers demand energy-saving products," says Kathy Krafka Harkema, energy efficiency expert at Pella Windows and Doors. "To help stretch your paycheck and add to the comfort of your home, replace items with more energy-efficient options that help provide longterm savings and a Tanna Stafford (on right), and proud Mom, Lisa Stafford of Fore Properties get into the Christmas spirit at the Pinehurst Hotel. Characters from the MooreOn Stage production of The Nutcracker were short-term defense on hand Saturday for the Land of the Sweets Brunch held at the hotel. against rising energy rates."

The Energy Star program, created by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy, helps consumers identify energy-efficient products. In 2009, Americans, with the help of Energy Star, saved $17 billion on energy bills and reduced greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of 30 million vehicles, according to the EPA. Improve your energy efficiency To help improve

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your home's energy efficiency, consider these tips: * During cold weather, keep window treatments on southern-facing windows open during the day to capture the sun's heat. Close them at night to help keep heat inside your home. During warmer months, close the blinds, shades or curtains during the heat of the day to reflect the sun's heat away from your home's interior. * Choose doubleor triple-pane windows with low-emissivity (low-e) coatings to improve energy efficiency and reduce heating and cooling costs, especially from northern-facing windows. * Keep window treatments closed when the sun is shining in from east- and west-facing windows to help reduce the heat buildup from solar heat in your home.

Regardless of the type or style of windows and doors you choose, it's essential that they are installed properly for best performance in sealing out air and moisture.

Short-term style solutions Pella is teaming up with Lowe's to make it easy for homeown-

ers to jumpstart their next energy-saving home improvement project. Find a daily energy-saving tip this fall at www.lowes.com/pell a and view the variety of energy-saving products.

"Energy-efficient windows and doors are smart and beautiful," says Shelli Locklear, Pella Corporation national accounts segment marketing manager.

"With our Designer Series 750 products, you can create the stylish, breathtaking views you always wanted in your home."

Pella Designer Series 750 windows and patio doors feature between-theglass blinds, fabric shades and removable grilles with exclusive snap-in technology that make them easy to change. And, since the blinds are between-the-glass, they don't accumulate dust, dirt or certain indoor airborne allergens.

Your Lowe's millwork associate can help you choose the windows or doors that are right for you.

Qualifying energy-efficient windows and doors may be eligible for up to $1,500 in U.S. energy tax credits when installed by Dec. 31.

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Protect your home by making minor mortar repairs

(ARA) - With colder temperatures looming, now is the time to check your home for deteriorating mortar joints and loose mortar - and make any minor repairs before they turn into major headaches.

Freezing rain, ice, snow and deicers, as well as freeze/thaw temperature cycles have the potential to cause costly damage.

Unrepaired damage can allow water to seep in between cracked, loose mortar and cause interior wall damage.

Minor cosmetic repairs to mortar can be made on any type of brick walls - including garden walls, a home's exterior brick and chimneys. And making such repairs is easier than many homeowners realize - all you need is a caulk gun and the right repair material.

A sanded acrylic mortar repair caulk such as Quikrete Mortar Repair - will give the appearance of mortar in texture and color and is a more easily undertaken project for homeowners who are nervous about mixing mortar. The caulk's sanded acrylic formula adheres to brick, block, stone and concrete surfaces, and the caulk tube's square applicator tip is designed to smooth mortar joints during application of the caulk.

Before applying, make sure joints are clean, dry and free of grease, dust or loose particles, and remove all loose mortar from the joint. Apply the caulk by pushing the cartridge tip over the surface and forcing a bead of caulking into

the opening. Do not apply any thicker than 3/8 inch in one application. Excess caulk can be wiped off with a damp cloth.

For homeowners looking to repair cracks in their fireplace, there is a specially designed mortar that is ideal for repairing damage commonly found in fireboxes. Quikrete Fireplace Mortar is a silicate-based refractory cement caulk ideal for tuck pointing damaged firebox mortar joints and repairing chips, cracks and breaks in fire brick commonly found in fireplaces and wood burning stoves. Once cured, the mortar provides superior adhesion for a durable repair while withstanding temperatures up to 2,000 F. Using a caulk gun, the mortar is applied in strips no greater than 1/8-inch with multiple 1/8-inch layers for larger joints as needed. Once dry, start a low fire, keeping the temperature below 212 F until the mortar is dried thoroughly. It will typically take one to four hours to assure adequate drying and set time.

Afterwards, increase the firebox temperature to 500 F for an additional one to four hours before routine usage.

As the weather changes, your house is more vulnerable to damage than ever. By taking these small steps that don't require anything more than a caulking gun and about $5 per tube of caulk, homeowners can save significant money later by avoiding the need to make major repairs.

Easy affordable holiday home decorating ideas THE PILOT — SOUTHERN PINES, N.C.

(ARA) - Family, friends and good times - the holidays are here again. While your budget may not be what it was in years past, there's no reason to trim back your holiday decor. All it takes is a little imagination and some inspiration from decorating experts to create fun, affordable holiday decorations.

Here are a few holiday decorating ideas to inspire you.

Revive last year's decorations with new colors. You don't need to spend a fortune on store-bought decorations to add a little sparkle to this holiday season. Change the color palette of older ornaments and decorations with a coat of Rust-Oleum Ultra Cover 2X spray paint in colors like Colonial Red, Hunter Green, Key Lime, or Apple Red. Decorate your entryway for the holidays.

In addition to stringing holiday lights, use spray paint to create an impressive pathway to your home's entrance. Paint a wreath silver or gold for a contemporary holiday look. Or add a whimsical touch to patio planters. Use painter's tape to guide you in painting alter-

nating red and white stripes. Your planters will look like candy canes that came straight from the North Pole.

Create a snowman doorstop. Transform a brick or paver into a festive door stop for less than $10. This quick and easy project is a great gift idea you can do with the kids. Thoroughly clean a brick or paver block and paint it with a coat of Rust-Oleum Universal in Gloss Pure White. When dry, give your snowman earmuffs. Hold the brick or paver vertically and glue black puff balls on both sides of the brick.

Connect them with a black pipe cleaner across the top to mimic earmuffs. Next, add a face. Draw eyes and a mouth with a marker and glue on a button nose. Tie on a small piece of fabric for a scarf and you have a snowman doorstop.

Count down to the holidays with a custom chalkboard calendar. Use pieces of wood from your local craft store, or from around your home, and coat them with Rust-Oleum Chalkboard Paint. The tint base gives you an array of color options like Fresco Red, School House Green,

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Peapod Green, and Banner Blue. It creates a writable, erasable chalkboard surface that's perfect to countdown the days until Hanukkah or Christmas. Erase and use again year after year.

Need more inspiration? Find hundreds of great ideas for personalized gifts on PaintIdeas.com. From projects like customized art easels to decorative votive holders to accessories for the home, PaintIdeas.com shares project ideas from professional designers and people just like you.

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RARE FIND IN WEYMOUTH HEIGHT, Hardwood/parquet floors throughout. Kitchen w/breakfast area.

Carolina Room, wine cellar. One wing could be apartment for in-law or teenager. In-ground pool. Separate workshop.

5BR/5BA $539,900 (138346)

FOUR BEDROOM two and a half bath two story brick home located close to the Seven Lakes West back entrance. Living Room, Carolina Room, two Family Rooms, Office, and large garage with workshop.

4BR/2.5BA $329,000 (139259)

CUSTOM QUALITY Whispering Pines home by Violette Brothers Construction. Bright and open floor plan with split bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, hardwood floors. Beautiful Kitchen and Master Suite. Screened porch. 3BR/2BA $285,000 (141163)

PRIVACY FROM EVERY ANGLE of this custom two story home.

Cherry cabinets, granite counter tops.

Coffered ceiling in Dining Room.

Master and Guest Rm/Office on main floor. Open floor plan. Landscaping, stone wall/patio, irrigation in 2008.

5BR/3BA $389,000 (136732)

IMMACULATE masonary/frame home on a cul-de-sac location. Oversized garage (23x26). Level lot with large back yard. PCC membership available for transfer. 3BR/3BA $279,900 (141035)

PRICE REDUCED. GOLF FRONT HOME on famed Donald Ross No. 2 course. Don’t miss this opportunity. Located in The Fairwoods on Seven, a gated community. Overlooks the 4th tee of Course No. 2. Well maintained home. New roof & heat pump 2009. Large Master Suite, bedroom, sitting room, & office. Workshop area.

3BR2.5BA $695,000 (137891)

THIS BRICK COTTAGE needs interior updating, but has great potential! There is 476’ unfinished upstairs and a 12X20’ unfinished basement. All the main windows were replaced w/vinyl clad windows in recent years. 3BR/1BA $265,000 (137363)

NICE HOME on a quiet street near Lake Pinehurst Beach. Living Room plus cozy den w/fireplace off Kitchen and breakfast area. Bamboo floors, screened porch, fenced backyard. Lots of custom features. PCC membership available for transfer.

3BR/2BA $259,000 (138975)

PRICE REDUCED! BETTER VALUE THAN A CONDO. A single family home w/2 car garage.

Split bedroom plan. Hardwood floors in Living & Dining Rooms. Well maintained home. Pinehurst Country Club membership available for transfer. 3BR/2.5BA $189,000 (137180)

NICELY FURNISHED unit with all appliances including washer/dryer.

Great view of Lake Pinehurst. PCC membership available for transfer.

2BR/2BA $169,000 (131920)

GREAT KITCHEN cooks will love with granite countertops, a double/oven with convection, room for an island, and space to eat and entertain. Cathedral ceiling in Living Room with fireplace and hardwood floors. Private back yard and upscale landscaping.

3BR/2BA $239,900 (139237)

GREAT VIEW the 2nd green of PCC Course No. 5. Fully furnished and in good conditions. Pinehurst Country Club transfer fee of $12,000 is included in an acceptable purchase price. 2BR/2BA $149,900 (133394)

NICELY FURNISHED UNIT located on the second green of Pinehurst Country Club No. 5 Course. PCC membership available for transfer.

2BR/2BA $149,000 (134832)

TAKE A LOOK AT THIS ONE! Nicely furnished and in great condition. 6x16 classed in porch that can be used as a screen porch.

Washer/dryer. Third fairway of PCC Course No. 5. PCC membership available for transfer. 2BR/2BA $146,500 (135901)

Joanne Padgett Broker in Charge CRS/GRI & GREEN

Elizabeth Childers Associate Broker CRS/GRI

Joe Violette Associate Broker

Pete Garner Associate Broker ABR

Roger Johnson Associate Broker

Harwell Stovall Associate Broker

Jeannette Peters Associate Broker

Realtor of the Week PETE GARNER

Ann Benton Associate Broker GRI/ABR/RRS & GREEN

Faye Gibson Associate Broker GRI/ABR/RRS