Kara Hinshaw - Santa Claus Indiana Real Estate

Wow and I busy! I am guessing it is because everyone is trying to get there tax credit for buying a house before it expires on April 30, 2010. However, with Spring coming on it does not hurt as well.

If you are looking in the Santa Claus, North Spencer area, do not waste anytime. The houses are moving and I am finding people are losing out on homes they desire due to waiting to long.

If you are a buyer and want to get in on this tax credit or have questions, please give me a call at 812-686-3268.

If you are a Seller and want to see some of this Buyer activity, it is time to list now. The market is moving and we are getting lots of calls.

Feel free to visit both of my websites.

www.gochristmaslakevillage.com

www.spencercountyindianahomes.com

Goodluck and Happy House Hunting!

Christmas Lake Village has open houses the first Sunday of the month. For this April, 2010 we fall on Easter. Therefore, the community is moving their open house Sunday for April to April 11 from 12:00 - 4:00 CST. If you have any questions or would like a list of homes that will be open, please feel free to contact me at my email or call me at (812) 686-3268.

The market is picking up here the past few weeks. Come check us out before the tax credit ends April 30th! There are plenty of great deals out there for the consumer. Call or visit my website for more information at www.gochristmaslakevillage.com.

The market has been slow with the start of the year but the past few weeks inquires and phone calls have picked up. Check below for the market statistics. Call me with any questions or check out my website at www.gochristmaslakevillage.com or www.spencercountyindianahomes.com.

Market Update for Spencer County

Statistics Summaries Report Category - Single Family Statistics for Entire MLS from 1/1/2010 - 4/1/2010 Category:1 Area:11 ON MARKET STATUSES

Total - 28

Total List/Total Sold - $4,536,400/NA

Avg List - $162,014

Avg Sold - NA

Avg DOM - 27

Median Price - $163,700

%SP/LP - NA OFF MARKET STATUSES (SOLD)

Total - 8

Total List/Total Sold - $888,900/$799,900

Avg List - $111,112

Avg Sold - $111,112

Avg DOM - 186

Median Price - $88,700

%SP/LP - 90%

About Christmas Lake Village - Christmas Lake Village is a fully planned, resort-type community which provides complete social and recreational facilities. People of all ages and interests find the types of activity which enable them to enjoy life to the fullest. Whether you prefer boating, golfing, swimming, fishing, water skiing, sailing, hiking, cook-outs, social events, or just plain relaxation, you will find everything you want at Christmas Lake Village. Your dreams of a complete change of pace come true in this secluded natural wonderland. Sparkling fresh-water lakes, with miles of shoreline, will beckon you and your family to many hours of carefree pleasure. You may enjoy the excitement of water skiing or speed boating. Or you may discover sail boating is more suited to your relaxing hours. Two of the lakes is reserved for fishing, with only the sound of an oar to disrupt the silence. All the lakes are adequately stocked to provide for your endless delight. The whole family is sure to fall in love with the beaches, where they may swim or sunbathe with qualified personnel to look after the children’s safety. Playgrounds, sports, secluded parks, social activities, recreation center, and tennis courts… all await your pleasure. The key to Christmas Lake Village is “Leisure Living”… here is where you set your own pace and enjoy every minute from morning to night. You too can live this vacation life all the year round at Christmas Lake Village; or you can have your vacation home here and come back to enjoy it whenever you wish. The most advanced modern facilities are all provided for your pleasure and comfort. There are community social activities, both planned and impromptu get-togethers, in which you can participate or not. You can just do what pleases you most….just what you have always dreamed about. Many families like your own, from various parts of the United States are participating in this dream-come-true. Some have come to live the year round; some have build vacation homes; others are preparing for retirement at Christmas Lake Village; still others are investing modestly now for the future. They have all found their dream world in this secluded haven.

I always seem to get the question, where do people go for fitness if you live in Santa Claus?

The past six months I have made a goal to get in shape and be healthier.   I use a lot of different options that work with my schedule.  As I was running yesterday, it dawned on me that I should write a short blog for people that are researching our area and want to understand the fitness options here in Santa Claus.

The first option and closest is Santa Claus's Parks and Recreation.   For indoor exercising, they have a room at the Community Center with 3 treadmills, 1 stair climber, 4 bikes, and weights.   Cost is $1 per visit.  They currently have a kickboxing class on Tuesday and Thursday night.    Cost is separate.   For outside exercising, they have great trails to run at Yellig Park in Santa Claus which is 1.2 miles long.

We also have the traditional YMCA.  We have one located in Ferdinand, Indiana which is about 15 minutes away from Santa Claus.  They have a lot of equipment, aerobics, sport programs for all ages, child watch, and lots more.  See all the details on their website at http://www.tricountyymca.org/. 

The Dale Community Center is a great option if you want weights and aerobics.  It is about 5 minutes away.  They have a full size basketball court, lots of exercising equipment, aerobic classes, rock climbing wall, and more!  Monthly membership prices are $20.00 for Ages 19-54, $13.00 for Senior Citizens, and $45 a family membership.

Do you like to run?  If so, make use of our wonderful Lincoln State and National Park.  They have tons of trails that run through their beautiful woods and lake.  Click here for a map of the trails.

Finally, if you live in Christmas Lake Village, you will find a lot of walkers and joggers working out and enjoying our rolling hills and beautiful scenery as well.  Also at Holly Park, there is a trail around the park so you can get some exercise while your kiddos play!

I hope this was helpful for the individual that cares about fitness!

For a personal tour of our wonderful area please call Christmas Lake Village Expert Kara Hinshaw with Key Associates of Santa Claus at (812) 686-3268.  

A GREAT VIDEO OF THE ROLLING HILLS OF CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE IN SANTA CLAUS LOCATED IN SOUTHERN INDIANA

Have you ever been to Christmas Lake Village?  If not, it is worth the trip.  Take a view of my video below.  Just click the link and push play and set back and watch how wonderful of a place I live in here in Southern Indiana!  It is a secret GEM!  Enjoy.

CHRISTMAS LAKE VILLAGE VIDEO

Call me with questions.  (812) 686-3268