North Carolina Retirement Communities - Real Estate in North Carolina - Golf

Carolina Trace Country Club is a privately owned country club that is not age restricted but tends to attract a more mature demographic. Located in the lush Sandhills of North Carolina, about half way between the Atlantic Coast and the Blue Ridge Mountains, it is an appealing retirement possibility thanks to its tranquil setting, country club amenities and ample recreational opportunities. This gated, single family community was developed in the 1970s and is spread across nearly 2,500 rolling, wooded acres. There are nineteen separate neighborhoods, more than 1,200 homes, a 315-acre lake for fishing and boating and two outstanding Robert Trent Jones-designed, 18-hole golf courses.

Each neighborhood has its own characteristics, and homes are located along a golf course, in the woods or overlooking the lake. The term "country club community" conjures up images of expensive homes on expansive lots, but the homes here come in all kinds of sizes, floor plans and price ranges. This community has it share of high-end properties (currently the most expensive home for sale is $800,000), but it also has modest homes starting for less than $100,000. Because Carolina Trace was master-planned and primarily built in the 1970s, some residences are a little dated. Others, however, have been completely remodeled and updated, giving Carolina Trace character not found in many country clubs where most homes are of a similar type. Long-term rental properties are also available as well, starting at around $800 a month. Call 1-800-227-2699 or visit www.carolinatracecc.com for more information.

In addition to the two golf courses and the lake (with a marina and seven miles of shoreline), Carolina Trace has a grand clubhouse with formal and casual dining rooms, meeting rooms, a swimming pool, four lighted tennis courts and a host of activities, including card games, dances and special holiday events.

People who buy property within Carolina Trace pay a membership fee and choose between an equity membership, with voting rights concerning all activities within the community, or a non-equity membership, without voting rights but with amenities' privileges. Initiation fees range from $500 to $7,500 with monthly fees of $115 to $375 per month, and may include social privileges (use of the clubhouse, the fitness center, the lake etc.) and golf privileges.

The town of Sanford (population 25,000) is located roughly 35 miles southwest of from Raleigh/Durham, so amenities not found locally are just up the road. Chapel Hill and the University of North Carolina are even closer, offering college classes, theater and workshops. The nearest hospital is Chatham Hospital, 25 miles away in Siler City.

This area of North Carolina has four seasons, although winters are generally mild. In the spring, the air is sweet with the scent of blooming flowers, and falls are simply spectacular. The average January temperature is 41 degrees, and in July, it can reach the low to mid-80s. Humidity is high and can reach to the 80% range.

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