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Southern Hills Plantation Club - Land for Sale in Country Club Community in Hernando County, Florida

Enter through the gates of Southern Hills Plantation Club in Hernando County, Florida, and experience a different time and place!

Southern Hills Plantation is one of Hernando County's newest and most upscale and prestigious golf course communities. Located just 44 miles north of Tampa International Airport, the development is tucked away on rolling hills within the city limits of Brooksville, Florida.

Centerpiece of the community is its challenging 18 hole golf course designed by Pete Dye winding up and down hills, past ponds and lakes, gently curving around ancient oak trees. Currently, this is the only Pete Dye golf course in the Tampa area and it has been listed twice by Golfweek magazine on its "Golfweek's Best" lists, where it ranked in the nation's top 50 best new courses and in the top 100 best residential courses for 2007.

Vacant land home sites are for sale in Southern Hills Plantation in a wide range of locations and sizes depending on the type of home being built. Builders inventory and short sale opportunities are available. Smaller lots in neighborhoods designed for "maintenance free" villas currently start as low as $15,000. Larger vacant land lots and estate lots in prime locations for sale currently range all the way up to $389,900.

Elevations in Southern Hills Plantation Club range from 60 feet to 250 feet allowing for wonderful panoramic views across the area. Builders in Southern Hills Plantation Club include Arthur Rutenberg Homes, Vallery Custom Homes, David Weekly Homes, well as some local custom builders.

Other amenities and recreational opportunities in Southern Hills Plantation include a 7,500 square foot full-service spa, fully equipped fitness center, an exquisite outdoor swimming pool, four tennis courts, winding walk ways and paths throughout the community. Social memberships are available.

The elegant clubhouse sits atop a hill overlooking the holes #1, #2, #9, and #18 of the golf course as it winds down the hill. With 20,000 square foot, the clubhouse features two formal dining rooms as well as a casual dining area and bar.

Southern Hill Plantation Club truly offers luxury Country Club living in a tranquil environment yet is conveniently located less than an hour drive from Tampa. Orlando International Airport and popular area attractions are about a one and half hour drive away.

For more information about Hernando County Real Estate, Brooksville, and Southern Hills Plantation Club Homes and Land for Sale, please visit my website!

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When contemplating a purchase of a home, you may wonder..."what are going to be some expenses I can expect to pay prior to closing on my new home?"

Once you find a home that you really feel called to, you will need to make an offer with your real estate professional and you will want it to be considered a "strong offer". I would suggest making an offer with at least a $1000 earnest money deposit. This money will be taken to the title company that the seller usually picks that will handle the closing. It will be held at the title company until the day of closing and goes towards the purchase price of the home.

Once the negotiations are complete and you have an "executed contract" you will want to order a home inspection. I really like The Home Team in the Tampa area. They are extremely thorough and quick in the fact that they send out a "specialist" for each major component of the house --- roof, air conditioner, termite inspection, electrical, plumbing. You can expect to spend approximately $350 for the home inspection plus and additional $75 for termite inspection. The fee is somewhat dependent on square footage. On the offer, 10 days is how long you have in order to do the home inspection; in order to present an even stronger offer, I write in 5 days instead so as to be able to remove that contingency as soon as possible which is appealing to both seller and buyer.

An appraisal is required by your mortgage company -- approximately $375. This will be ordered by your mortgage company or mortgage broker. Depending on the type of loan this may be able to be included in your closing costs. If not, you will need to pay it out of pocket at the time of the appraisal.

A survey is also required. If the seller had one done recently, it may just need to be updated for a smaller fee. Otherwise a good estimate is $400.

On the day of closing, your Realtor can also order a Home Warranty that will cover any major repairs that may need to be made in the first year with a small "co-pay" whenever you need to call a repairman out -- for air conditioning, plumbing, etc. You can also request a home warranty to cover the pool if applicable. In the negotiations, you can put that in the contract for the seller to pay that for you and with a note that your REOs order it so you can select the plan most beneficial to you with a maximum price of $375 or so.

Knowing what to expect brings peace of mind. I hope you find this information useful. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Please call me if there is anything at all that I can do for you.

Warmly,

Stephanie LeFew

Brooksville / Spring Hill Realtor

www.TampaHomeBuy.com

813-624-3332

Every year, thousands of spectators watch as Civil War reenactors bring back to life the battle of Brooksville. This year, the 145th anniversary of the actual Federal raid on the town of Brooksville, Florida will be re-enacted for the 28th time!

1 - 2 - 3 - Fire!

Infantry and Cavalry marching in

The Brooksville Raid is well known as the biggest and best Civil War reenactment in Florida. In 2008, nearly 4000 reenactors and their families particiated in the events that take place over two days. They brought with them 24 canons and participants included 61 cavalrymen.

Battle Field filled with canon smoke

There will be displays of authentic gear, clothing, camp living arrangements, demonstrations, and more. Special events include Ladies' Tea, 1860's Baseball Game, Blue and Gray Ball on Saturday at 8:00 PM, and of course the Grand Review and the Brooksville Raid Battle. Unlike the real event long time ago, the reenactment has a different outcome every year depending on the skill and condition of the troops making the event new and interesting year after year. Who will win this year's battle?

When: January 17-18^th, gates open at 9:00 AM

Where: Sand Hill Scout Reservation, US 50

This is an event for the whole family. Bring your own chairs or rent one. Food concessions available.

Brooksville Raid Frontlines

Real Estate Market report for Brooksville in Hernando County Florida. For the Market activity for April 2008 I have provided a recap of the homes closed during the month.

For more detailed information on homes sold or homes currently for sale in Hernando County or for more information about Hernando County

Chris Frantz
Exit Success Realty
13111 Spring Hill Dr
Spring Hill, Florida 34609
Real Estate for sale in Hernando County
Spring Hill Real Estate

Real Estate Market report for Ridge Manor in Hernando County Florida. For the Market activity for April 2008 I have provided a recap of the homes closed during the month.

For more detailed information on homes sold or homes currently for sale in Hernando County or for more information about Hernando County

Chris Frantz
Exit Success Realty
13111 Spring Hill Dr
Spring Hill, Florida 34609
Real Estate for sale in Hernando County
Spring Hill Real Estate