Hidden Lake - Breathtaking Setting - Remarkable Homes

If you have not yet discovered Hidden Lake you have missed out on one of the areas most stunning communities!

In a previous post from December - Hidden Lake - Tucked Away for Exclusivity.... details of this exclusive community were details. There are a few estate homes that are available within this gorgeous community:

240 Forest Bridge Road: 4 bedrooms/4 full baths/2 half baths - nearly 4300 sq ft or magnificently crafted elegance. Located on 2.27 acres this estate offers an outdoor kitchen, pool, covered veranda and terrace. $1,300,000.00

35 Sourwood Court: 5 bedrooms/ 5 full baths/ 2 half baths - over 5700 sq ft with remarkable attention to detail and amenities. Located on 1.20 acres this estate offers breathtaking lake views! $1,495,000.00

55 Park Meadow Lane: 5 bedrooms/ 6 full baths/ 2 half baths - over 7500 sq ft of Tuscan inspired artistry! Magnificent views of lake and private pool. Ths is resort living at it's finest. Located on 1.55 acres this estate offers extreme luxury. $3,250,000.00

If you have any questions regarding Hidden Lake or any of the homes mentioned please do not hesitate to give me a call or send me an email. I would be delighted to answer any question!s!

ITB - Glorious Luxury Homes - Make A Statement!

Much attention has been paid to the North Raleigh area and the Cary area for exquisite custom luxury homes. While it is true that there are exceptional homes in those areas there are also quite a few stunning examples Inside The Beltline! (ITB)

Take a look at a few that are currently on the market:

601 Lakestone Drive - Within walking distance to North Hills this stunning home offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths and 3 half baths. With over 7700 square feet this estate home provides numerous amenities such as slate roof, octagonal sunroom, Brzillian Cherry floors, mahogany study and timeless rose garden. $3,500,000.00

2201 Lash Avenue - The classic low-country design of this new home welcomes you with grace and casual elegance. This homes offers 4 bedrooms, 5 full baths and 3 half baths and is just shy of 7400 square feet. The master suite is located on the first floor and affords great privacy. $3,395,000.00

817 Lassiter Place - Double porches, central hall and park-like setting invite you to enjoy all this classic has to offer. Magnificent views of Lassiter Mill and Falls simply takes your breath away - an ideal location to unwind at the end of the day! This estate offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths and is just shy of 7500 square feet. $2,200,000.00

By no means is that all that is offered ITB - a variety of styles and designs are available! For more information regarding ITB, the Raleigh area or any of the homes offered please feel free to give me a call or email me - I would be delighted to help!

Leesa

PGA TOUR Comes TO Wakefield Plantation June 2 - 8, 2008

The Rex Hospital is proud to welcome the PGA Nationwide Tour to Wakefield Plantation! This will be the 21st year that Rex Hospital has raised funds for the Rex Hospital Foundation through the game of golf.

You are invited to become part of the action. In addition to the thrill of playing in the Pro-Am, volunteering and getting up close and personal with the Pros, hosting customers in hospitality suites and watching championship golf ensure a bright future for this Nationwide Tour stop. Not only does the Tournament boast incredible golf as the pros compete for the $500,000 dollar purse, but this premier sporting event focuses the national spotlight on the community, providing significant opportunities for nationwide recognition of corporate partners. ~ From The Rex Hospital Open website

The Rex Hospital Open will also showcase corporate hospitality at it's finest! You can entertain your clients and best prospects at a premier event. Amateur players are given the opportunity to play with a Nationwide Tour professional and receive a variety of VIP treatment, including:

• Premier Pro-Am gift package & accessories
• Clubhouse Valet Parking
• Golf Bag transfers
• Two complimentary clubhouse meals
• Awards for first - third team placement
• Commemorative Pro-Am credential and guest badge
• Commemorative team photo with Tour professional

The purse for this event is $500,000 with the Winning Share at $90,000.

Event Schedule:

Sunday, June 1 Pro Junior Invitational 9:30 a.m. TPC Wakefield

Monday, June 2 First Tee of Triangle Cup Pro-Am 9:00 a.m. TPC WakefieldGrand Champions Pro-Am 11:00 a.m. Hasentree

Wednesday, June 4 Official Nationwide Tour Pro-Am 8:00 a.m. & 1:15 p.m. shotgun starts TPC Wakefield

Thursday, June 5 First Round, Rex Hospital Open 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. & Noon - 2:00 p.m. tee timesSplit-tee start (#1 & #10)TPC Wakefield

Friday, June 6 Second Round, Rex Hospital Open 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. & Noon - 2:00 p.m. tee timesSplit-tee start (#1 & #10)TPC Wakefield

Saturday, June 7 Third Round, Rex Hospital Open approx 9:00 a.m. TPC Wakefield

Sunday, June 8 Final Round, Rex Hospital Open approx 8:00 a.m. TPC Wakefield

Trophy Ceremony Immediately following play 18th green

*All times tentative and subject to change

For TPC Wakefield Plantation Information:

Tournament Site:

TPC Wakefield Plantation

2201 Wakefield Plantation Drive

Raleigh, NC 27614Clubhouse

Phone: 919-488-5100

Golf Shop Phone: 919-488-5200

For more information about Wakefield Plantation please feel free to email meor call me direct! There are numerous styles of homes available and one sure to fit any ones price point! I would welcome the opportunity to give you a tour of the area....

National Spotlight on My Back Yard....

Two Estates in Wakefield Estates Worth Previewing...

6564 Wakefalls Drive - Impressive showcase estate located in Wakefield Estates! Exclusive enclave of Wakefield Plantation is quiet and much sought after!Lengthy drive leads to circular in front of columned estate situated on heavily landscaped and wooded lot. Driveway is equipped with security alarm - Much privacy abounds. Open and flowing floorplan greets you at foyer with soaring ceilings, and open curved staircase. The kitchen has unblemished oak floors, granite countertops, cherry cabinetry, large work island with sink, double ovens, two dishwashers and double door pantry. Great breakfast bar area open to family room for informal mornings in addition to formal dining room. First floor master suite has private sitting area, 2 walk in closets and an elegant bath with elevated tub, and glass block shower with dual heads. Very private! The living room has soaring two story ceilings with coffered ceilings. Two story family room has stacked stone fireplace, plenty of windows and builtin bookshelves.Outdoor entertaining possibilities are endless with 3 decks overlooking prvate lawn. The third floor has billiard room, exercise room, wetbar, and media room. $1,294,900.00

6577 Wakefalls Drive - This grand manor estate is situated on a private 2 acre lot. Doug Perry Construction left no detail untouched and the unparalleled design is breathtaking! Double entry, arched doors lead you to a magnificent two-story foyer that soars and is just a hint of what is to come.....The informal family room with stone accents offers an oversized fireplace with detailed limestone mantel and surround as the focal point with each side flanked by builtin bookshelves. Eleven foot coffered ceilings add a dramatic flair. Epicurean kitchen is equipped with top of the line appliances, glass front cabinetry and massive center work island with sink. Breakfast bar with intimate pendant lighting can effortlessly accomodate up to 4. Master retreat with ensuite fireplace is located on the first floor accented with double trey ceilings and recessed lighting. Elegant ensuite bath is has oversized shower and immense tub perfect for relaxation. The second level offers 4 large bedrooms with walk in closets and full bath access, a bonus room and a loft/office/computer area with fireplace. A rear staircase conveniently accesses the second floor. Each bedroom on the second level has a sun deck or balcony.The third floor of this estate boasts approximately 900 square feet of walk-up attic storage. The english basement allows for multiple entertaining opportunities with a stacked stone fireplace with gas logs, home theatre, safe room, kitchen, wine cellar, study with walk in closet, designer Berber carpet, generous exercise room, Game room, second laundry room AND a sitting area. This estate also offers Putt Putt area under covered patio, ping pong area under covered patio, Brick and Stone exterior, paver sidewalk and so much more....... $2,100,000.00

For more information on either estate please feel free to give me a call! Virtual Tours on-line at Luxury Raleigh Homes

Luxury Homes Currently Available in Wakefield Plantation

Wakefield Plantation currently has eight stunning estates for sale. There is a blend of new construction and resale homes available each with their own distinctive style.

2539 Village Manor Way - $1,229,900 - 5bd/4.5bt - 6000 sq ft

2611 Prosser Court - $1,250,000 - 5bd/4full 2 hbt - 5664 sq ft

2514 Village Manor Way - $1,295,000 - 5bd/3full 2 hbt - 5131 sq ft

2523 Village Manor Way - $1,325,000 - 5bd/5.5bt - 6700 sq ft

2626 Village Manor - $1,649,000 - 6bd/5.5bt - 7178 sq ft

2510 Village Manor Way - $1,899,900 - 5bd/6 full 3hbt - 8931 sq ft

2538 Village Manor Way - $1,960,000 - 5bd/3 ful 2hbt - 6003 sq ft

2509 Victoria Park Lane - $3,950,000 - 7bd/8full 3hbt - 15,694 sq ft

For more information on any of these spectacular estates please feel free to give me a call direct at 919-649-6128 or email me.

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Casa-Del-Sol - Outer Banks, NC

Gorgeous home located in the fabulous Outer Banks in North Carolina. This home offers six bedrooms with five of them being ensuites. Spectacular view of the Atlantic Ocean with breath-taking sunrises!

This home is fully furnished and tastefully appointed. Home currently has a $70,000 annual rental income. A few of the amenities that are available to potential tenants are a game room with wet bar, a pool and hot tub. Specialty shops and fantastic restaurants located within minutes.

Great investment for second home with potential income! For more information on this home please send me and email or give me a call! I would be happy to put you in touch with Matt Huband - HometownOBX who has graciously given his permission for me to advertise this exceptional coastal home.

Wakefield Estates and Back Nine Estates

Wakefield Plantation is a sprawling community with a diverse mixture of homes. There is sure to be one for everyone's taste and price range. While there are homes that are estate worthy within Wakefield Plantation there are two sections just a little removed from the main subdivision. They are Wakefield Estates and Back Nine Estates.

Wakefield Estates offers true estate homes and the lots sizes make them very private and removed from the main traffic. Currently on the market you can find prices from $1,100,000 to $3,500, 000 in Wakefield Estates. Each home showcases a different style and feel. Some even have horse priviledges allowing you to keep your horses on your property.

Back Nine Estates is an exclusive enclave that is gated. There are only a handful of homes in Back Nine Estates with only one being available for sale at the moment. The details are:

• 5 bedrooms, 7 full baths and 2 half baths


• 3 full kitchens


• exercise room


• media room


• study/library


• billards/pool table room


• pool and hot tub


• wine cellar

This estate is situated on a private 3.12 acres. This estate is the epitome of Baldwin Homes and encompasses their finest design and construction.

If you would like more information regarding Wakefield Estates or Back Nine Estates please feel free to get in touch with me either by email, phone or text message.

Leesa