Pat Starnes

Castlewoods Country Club is located off Highway 25 in northwest Rankin County. This locally owned club features an 18-hole golf course, "The Bear", designed by the Jack Nicklaus' Group as well as a nine hole course named "The Moose".

Drive down Castlewoods Blvd., and you'll see the clubhouse, lake, and the 8,500 square foot deck. The clubhouse has a pro shop, a snack bar and grill, and provides members a place to relax after a round of golf or a long day.

The club can host weddings, receptions, or meetings, and recently they were licensed to serve alcoholic drinks. Since Rankin County is a dry county, Castlewoods Country Club is the only facility where drinks other than beer or light wine can be served.

Castlewoods offers tennis courts and an olympic sized swimming pool in addition to golf. To learn more about Castlewood Country Club, visit the website.

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Open Houses aren't always an effective use of time, but occasionally there are listings that warrant them. Years ago I read an article about Open Houses and it made sense to me...only hold a house open if it's in a PRIME LOCATION, i.e. high traffic area or if the property has certain characteristics that make it unique or will be a big draw.

I've listed such a house. My plan was to have an Open House next Sunday. It was listed too late to advertise in my local newspaper THIS week, so Sunday, February 1 is my target date.

My client informed me this morning that next Sunday is Super Bowl Sunday. Will anyone show up? Can my listing compete with the preparations for the most sacred day of the year for football fans?

The property is located on a golf course. Specifically Patrick Farms Golf Club. In addition, it's on the lake at Patrick Farms. It's a great house, immaculately clean, granite countertops, hardwood floors, etc. It's also priced to sell.

What's your opinion? Honestly, will serious buyers come to an Open House on Super Bowl Sunday? I'm planning to have the house open from 2-4 p.m.

I'd love your feedback.

Thanks.

Written and Published by Pat Starnes, McIntosh and Assoc., LLC

Avid golfers in the Brandon/Pearl area will want to visit Patrick Farms Golf Course, located 2 miles south of I-20 at Exit 54 (Crossgates).

The entrance to the course is off Greenfield Road. Golfers new to the area can map the location here. Patrick Farms Golf Course is an 18 hole, par 72 course with wide fairways and challenging greens, and they have active leagues for men, ladies, and couples.

Patrick Farms is open 364 days a year. They have optional dual membership that includes Whisper Lake Country Club in Madison, MS.

Members enjoy prime tee times, and tournaments are held for all skill levels.

The 5,000 square foot clubhouse consists of a restaurant, pro shop, members lounge, and meeting rooms.

Joining Patrick Farms Golf Club is a great way to make friends, entertain clients, and network. Members enjoy weekly e-mail updates and a monthly newsletter.

For further information, visit the website or call 601-664-0304.

Written and Published by Pat Starnes, McIntosh and Assoc., LLC

Travel down Old Fannin Road in Flowood at least once during the Christmas season to see the awesome display at Winner Circle Park.

The park's Grand Lighting ceremony took place Thursday, December 11, and special activities are planned for this coming Friday and Saturday night, December 19th & 20th, as well as Monday the 22nd and Tuesday the 23rd.

There's plenty of seating to enjoy hot chocolate!

Santa will make his appearance evenings from December 18-23. While train rides are available for $1.00, all other events are free.

Stroll through the park and visit Santa, view the nativity scene, and be in awe of the thousands of lights and decorations at Winner Circle Park. Trees pictured above were supplied by local businesses.

Winner Circle Park is located north of Dogwood Mall. Turn north from Lakeland Drive onto Old Fannin. The park is beside Flynt Memorial Library at Flowood Drive.

Festivities are planned between 5:30-8:30 p.m. throughout the season.

Written and Published by Pat Starnes, McIntosh and Assoc., LLC

It rarely snows in Mississippi, so when it does, it virtually causes all activity to cease. School was either cancelled or dismissed early due to the winter storm that hit central Mississippi today.

Rain, sleet, and snow pelted the Jackson Metro area early this morning, and noon time temperature reached a mere 36 degrees today. It is quite a slushy mess. Bridges are iced over, and a Winter Storm Warning is in effect until 6:00 p.m. today.

Since the southern states are not equipped to handle snow and ice accumulation, it is recommended that you stay indoors unless absolutely necessary to travel.

(This photo taken a day BEFORE the snow.)

Tomorrow's projected temperature is expected to return to a more normal 50 degrees.

To see live weather cams of the Mississippi area, click here.

Photos taken 12/11/08 in Brandon, MS near the Ross Barnett Reservoir.

Written and Published by Pat Starnes, McIntosh and Assoc., LLC

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