Archive for March 18th, 2010

Are you a HALF back? Charlotte Retirement

March 18th, 2010 categories: Buying your Home, Charlotte Living, Market Trends

A little north of Charlotte, in the town of Cornelius, North Carolina, a brand new peace of paradise, an active adult community over 55 but guests are welcome at any age, is taking shape. Bailey’s Glen who markets themselves as “Homes with Heart”, will have 468 homes in Charlotte situated on 145 acres along with a 12,000 sq. ft. clubhouse. Inside the clubhouse, a fitness center, billiard room, card room, ballroom, and meeting areas are available for residents to enjoy. A full-time, on-site activities director plans events such as: organized golf outings, wine tastings, shopping sprees, weekend getaways, and other social festivities. Outside the clubhouse are tennis courts, a large swimming pool with spa, bocce ball courts, outdoor grilling areas, and a well maintained greenway and park.

Residents will also enjoy maintenance-free yards, yet still be able to spend time gardening if they choose to get their hands dirty. Fourteen ranch-style home plans ranging from 1,200 to 2,600 square feet and are affordable priced starting at $229,000 are available to choose from. Currently, there are many lots that have not been purchased yet, so the best and most advantageous places to plant roots are ready for the picking!

Since Bailey’s Glen is close to Charlotte and near the college town of Davidson, North Carolina, there are a diverse number of cultural activities that take place on a regular basis within a short distance from home. Shopping and restaurants are plentiful as well with Birkdale Village in Huntersville, North Carolina so close and area malls such as Northlake Mall and Concord Mills. A short drive into Charlotte, North Carolina can lead to the Uptown area’s shopping and dining and to the South Park area to enjoy the upscale South Park Mall, with retailers like Macy’s, Nordstrom, Belk, and Tiffany & Co.

For the active adults of Bailey’s Glen who crave art and culture, they’re easily found a short drive away in Charlotte. North Carolina’s Blumenthal Performin g Arts Center brings in national touring theater and dance productions. Plus, there are a number of local, smaller venues and theater companies that regularly produce plays and mu sical shows.

If you or a loved one is ready to make a change in lifestyle for retirement, give this new community a look-see. The location is in the heart of everything that’s just right about Charlotte…near Lake Norman, close to the best shopping and dining, and while there is not a golf course at Bailey’s Glen, there are 3 award winning golf courses just minutes away. River Run Country Club in Davidson, North Stone Country Club, and SkyBrook Golf Club and they all promise to be outstanding.

Right now Bailey’s Glen in Charlotte, NC is offering $10,000 free upgrades to your new home in Charlotte, AND a free golf cart.. a must have for retirement!!

So what is a 1/2 Back? A term we use to explain the phenomenon of retirees moving to Florida and after they are thoroughly baked, they come 1/2 way back up north to enjoy all 4 seasons and landing in Charlotte, NC. The best part about Charlotte, is that we are 2 hours from the blue ridge mountains and 3 hours from the beach. The best of both worlds!!  So come on up to Charlotte..or down if your tired of the COLD- and bring the rest of your family with you!! We welcome you all to our beautiful family friendly city.

Authored by Donna Johnston | Discussion: Your Comments Please »