Apr
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HGTV Dream Home 2011 Location Clue Seven
Photo by Anne Elliott
I was strolling down a country lane and a lovely flower stopped me dead in my tracks. Isn’t it pretty? Can you identify it? I am hoping for 2,000 posts on this one!
Del Norte opened its doors to new students in August 2009.
45 standard classrooms, 12 science labs, 5 art labs, 2 music classrooms, 5 special education classrooms, 11 vocational classrooms.
Fine Arts Village: Blends traditional media of visual arts, drama, and music with emerging electronic trends.
Physical Education Village: Competitive size gym, weight and training rooms, shower and locker facilities, aerobic and dance rooms, outdoor stadium and sports field, swimming pool.
School-wide data and video-capable multimedia network will allow any work station on campus to access a central database of information to share relevant software or to access the Internet.
Nothing brings a community together quite like open space.
No matter where you are in Del Sur, there’s probably a park within walking distance, as four of the planned eight parks are complete. Each park is designed with its own pool and its own personality. Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to unwind in the shade or a playground in the sun, each park offers a different outdoor experience for residents.
Haaland Glen Park
Featuring a rock wall amphitheatre, a large open lawn and picnic area, and swimming pool, this park offers space for the whole community to come together.
Reagan Glen Park
A large pear orchard distinguishes this park – providing shade for the playground and seating area that surrounds the pool.
Driscoll Memorial Park
A large, colorful playground is the focal point of this community area, with plenty of green space around the pool.
Beltaire Park
Here, you’ll find a bocce ball court set along an olive grove with handmade tile markers and an artisan-crafted scoreboard.
High Rose Park
Situated at the edge of a canyon, High Rose Park provides easy access to the regional trail system for hikers and bikers. And for those too young to venture out on their own, a mini racetrack for tricycles will be a highlight.
Old Stonefield Park
With plenty of shade and an enclosed play area with swings, this is the perfect place for youngsters to come and play.
No matter where you wander, there’s always a path to lead you back home.
More than 4,600 acres of land flow through Black Mountain Ranch – weaving between houses, through the canyons of Santaluz and Del Sur and around the property. 18 miles of trails traverse the land, connecting the homes and community parks over hills, down into ravines and across open space – giving residents new paths to wander each day. Visit the Ranch House to view a map of Del Sur’s many trails.
Steak comes from cows. A cow was a clue. Texas has cows and cowboys. I liked Roy Rogers and Dale Evans. I liked the Lone Ranger and Tonto. I liked the Cisco Kid. Paul Newman played Billy the Kid.
I read somewhere that multi-media rooms are the new "family" room and that home theaters by themselves are out. Maybe the new dream home will come with a dreamy multi-media room…what would you want to see in there?
Mary !!!
Even though my blogging brain is fried, I just realized something. The survey about where you would like to see the dream home. If it is indeed on the Big Island it would be near a mountain, near a beach, in a historic location and near a big city if you count commuting by flying to another island which would take less time than driving to a big city in some cases.
New clue! Though I don't think I like it!
Maybe they use this input here for future homes.
Thanks for your kind words
Me and "Khaz and Simi"—two pampered cats—I write for fun these days.
—and we love to dream
No one would be sad to win a Dream Home in Montana!!! Thanks for sharing such interesting info!!!
Me, too!!! 1LMichele!! hehehe….
Well….there sure is a lot of clue info that can lead you there!
Never been….but, love seafood!!
Dutch hot chocolate….. very good…ehehehe
It won't take that long….. you will be there in no time!! Look… so many comments lately … I was at 100 last week and 104 today!! Though…. I am sure that once the location is revealed all will slow down… We have never even discussed the numbers in the past…. We just loved talking with one another and passing along info!! But, now we can celebrate each other and there sleuthing skills…..hehehe….
Where is the Rattlesnake clue?
COOP….. don't disappear on me Friend!! We have been blogging buddies way too long… that goes for Katydid, Marie, Ed, Lessie, H_S and many others…… Need to hear from you!!!
I love reading all your information, but know how hard it must be for you. I miss all those mentioned
as well. If they are not reading now (I am making up lost time because I was gone for a short time), they will probably be back when the actual voting begins. I am sure they each will want to be a Dream Home owner – who wouldn't? Talk to you later
OK….that's what I call a curve ball!
Park Slope is a neighborhood in the western section of Brooklyn, New York City's most populous borough. Park Slope is roughly bounded by Prospect Park West to the east, Fourth Avenue to the west, Flatbush Avenue to the north, and 15th Street to the south, though other definitions are sometimes offered.[2][3][4] It takes its name from its location on the western slope of neighboring Prospect Park. Seventh Avenue and Fifth Avenue are its primary commercial streets, while its east-west side streets are populated by many historic brownstones.
Park Slope is characterized by its historic buildings, top-rated restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as close access to Prospect Park, the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, the Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, and the Central Library (as well as the Park Slope branch) of the Brooklyn Public Library system.
The neighborhood had a population of about 62,200 as of the 2000 census,[6] resulting in a population density of approximately 68,000/square mile, or approximately 26,000/square kilometer.
Park Slope is considered one of New York City's most desirable neighborhoods. It was named one of the "Greatest Neighborhoods in America" by the American Planning Association in 2007, "for its architectural and historical features and its diverse mix of residents and businesses, all of which are supported and preserved by its active and involved citizenry." [2].
In December 2006, Natural Home magazine named Park Slope one of America's ten best neighborhoods based on criteria including parks, green spaces and neighborhood gathering spaces; farmer’s markets and community gardens; public transportation and locally-owned businesses; and environmental and social policy.[7] Park Slope is part of Brooklyn Community Board 6.
The area that today comprises the neighborhood of Park Slope was first inhabited by the Native Americans of the Lenape people. The Dutch colonized the area by the 1600s and farmed the region for more than 200 years. During the American Revolutionary War on August 27, 1776, the Park Slope area served as the backdrop for the beginning of the Battle of Long Island, also called the Battle of Brooklyn, the first pitched battle between the British and the Continental Army under the command of George Washington. In this battle, over 10,000 British Redcoats and Hessians routed outnumbered American forces at Battle Pass. What appeared as a major defeat for the Continentals was actually the first of many of Washington's tactical retreats. The historic site of Battle Pass is now preserved in Prospect Park, and on Fifth Avenue there is a reconstruction of the stone farmhouse where a countercharge covered the American retreat.
19th-century development
The architectural details of one of Park Slope's buildings.
In 1814, ferry service from the nearby Brooklyn Terminal linked the South Brooklyn region to Manhattan. By the 1850s, a local lawyer and railroad developer named Edwin Clarke Litchfield (1815-1885) purchased large tracts of what was then farmland. Through the American Civil War era, he sold off much of his land to residential developers. During the 1860s, the City of Brooklyn purchased his estate and adjoining property to complete the West Drive and the southern portion of the Long Meadow in Prospect Park.
Park Slope’s bucolic period ended soon after. By the late 1870s, with horse-drawn rail cars running to the park and the ferry, bringing many rich New Yorkers in the process, urban sprawl dramatically changed the neighborhood into a streetcar suburb. Many of the large Victorian mansions on Prospect Park West, known as the Gold Coast, were built in the 1880s and 1890s to take advantage of the beautiful park views. Today, many of these buildings are preserved within the 24-block Park Slope Historic District, one of New York's largest landmarked neighborhoods. By 1883, with the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge, Park Slope continued to boom and subsequent brick and brownstone structures pushed the neighborhood's borders farther. The 1890 census showed Park Slope to be the richest community in the United States.
In 1892, President Grover Cleveland presided over the unveiling of The Soldiers and Sailors Arch at Grand Army Plaza, a notable Park Slope landmark.
The Old Stone House is a 1930 reconstruction of the Vechte-Cortelyou House which was destroyed in 1897. It is located on Third Street between Fourth and Fifth Avenues, beside the former Gowanus Creek.
Developed with extraordinary respect for the environmental quality and the archeological heritage of the land, Kingsmill on the James is a 2,900-acre planned community featuring single-family homes, wooded lots, townhouses, cluster homes, golf villas, patio homes and colonial-style village. Woven into the community are three championship golf courses, a fitness club, a marina, hiking trails, bike paths, tennis courts, swimming pools and 24-hour security. Kingsmill on the James is part of Busch Properties, Inc., one of the Anheuser-Busch Companies.
AMENITIES
Fitness Center Sports Club with indoor pool, fitness center, racquetball, game room
Pools/Spas Full service spa with steam & sauna, whirlpools, salon services including massage
Outdoor Activities Fishing & canoeing in spring-fed ponds; Biking & hiking trails; Outdoor pools
Golf 3 championship 18 hole courses and a 9 hole par 3 course; home to Michelob Ultra Open Championship at Kingsmill on the LPGA Tour; putting greens & practice ranges
Tennis 15 clay & hard courts
Water/ Marina/ Boating 90 slips
Gated Entry (2) Manned 24-hours
Lots from approximately $275,000 to $1,300,000
Clubhouse with 4 dining facilities
Southeastern North Carolina’s shimmering coast is home to St. James Plantation, The Number One-Selling Community in the Coastal Carolinas with a heartbeat all its own. Situated along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), near the seaside village of Southport and historic Wilmington, St. James is where it all comes together.
Residents enjoy over $100 million in completed amenities, including a private oceanfront beach club, over 15 miles of walking and biking trails, a bustling 475-slip ICW marina and marketplace, state-of-the-art athletic clubs and clubhouses, fantastic tennis, parks and gardens, 81-holes of championship golf and over 500 acres of nature preserves.
There are countless ways to stay active and because our residents enjoys a mild Carolina climate, living here means four distinct seasons perfect for enjoying the great outdoors and exploring nearby antiques, shopping, restaurants and culture. Plus, our area is well-supplied with educational institutions and first-class medical centers.
Our casual, comfortable clubs are truly neighborhood centers that bring members together, thanks to Troon Golf®, an industry leader in upscale course management. Our four signature courses are “Audubon-Certified Cooperative Sanctuaries” and were created by some of golf’s most celebrated designers including Nicklaus Design, P.B. Dye, Hale Irwin and Tim Cate. Each distinctive course promises a challenging round for players of all skill levels.
Here, the Atlantic Ocean is all yours. Our private beach club greets you with an uncrowded, wide sandy beach and the ocean’s healthful salt waters. Boaters and all lovers of the water enjoy our Waterway Park on the Intracoastal, our full-service marina and the popular marketplace offering a waterside grille, fresh market grocer and an outdoor outfitter.
Residents can exercise their options in our state-of-the-art fitness centers. If tennis is your speed, we’ve got the courts and the perfect doubles partner. You can also escape to the outdoors and enjoy the countless miles of walking, biking and nature trails.
AMENITIES
Restaurants/Food Service A variety of restaurant options await your tastebuds! Enjoy the relaxed, sports bar atmosphere at The Members Grille, a fantastic, gourmet meal at The Players Grille or a crabcake sandwich and the best view in town at the marina's Tommy Thompson's Grille.
Arts and Crafts Travel just a short distance to Southport, NC and experience a community full of art galleries, boutiques and antique shops.
Interest Groups Wherever your interests lie, you are sure to find a club of like-minded members. Bridge or poker, fishing, wine, bicycling, volunteering, bird watching…it's all part of the club experience and a part of enjoying life in the company of friends old and new at St. James Plantation.
Fitness Center Our state-of-the-art fitness centers offer the opportunity to ride bikes, workout one-on-one with a trainer or try your hand at one of over 30 group classes offered every week.
Pools/Spas Indoor and Outdoor Pools. Steam room and sauna available.
Outdoor Activities Enjoy the miles of walking and biking trails available at your back door!
Our outdoor amphitheatre is a fantastic place to gather with friends for a concert or lecture.
Golf Four signature courses, offering 81 holes of championship golf for every skill level.
Tennis Clay and Har-Tru surfaces courts complimented by a tennis pro-shop and viewing deck. Classes, clinics, leagues and tournaments available year-round.
Water/ Marina/ Boating The full-service marina offers 155 wet slips, 320 dry slips, fishing charters and all the necessities you'll need for a day on the water. The marina is also home to Harborside Marketplace, with a grille, grocer and outdoor provisions store.
Scenic Views Enjoy views of the marsh, Intracoastal Waterway, golf courses, nature preserves and more!
Many bloggers on HGTV message boards are going for Montana!!!
AVAILABLE NOW! Bozeman's newest residential neighborhood on desirable south side with spectacular views. Parks and trails at your convenience with nearby schools. Alder Creek, a new master planned community from Mahar homes. Located in the heart of Bozeman Montana.
The much anticipated Alder Creek has numerous floor plans to choose from, there is a new home in Alder Creek just for you. Not just a community, but a tailored neighborhood complete with nearby schools, strategically placed greenways and nature trails.
Located in the heart of Bozeman, just minutes from Montana State University, Downtown, The Museum of the Rockies and many other public amenities. A place of value that you and your family will always want to call home.
Quality Mahar Homes Construction is building the homes using the latest technology. Let them build one for you!
Who! I didn't know Hannah Montanna sang a song "The Wrong Way"! That puts a whole new light on my Texas Wrong Way Rivers. Hummm! Very Interesting! Yes, there is just as good a chance our dream home is in Montanna as it is in NY, Hawaii, VT, TX, Utah, WI, and who know where else????Ok, Mary fess up!
Did you all know that we have a new clue????? It is a rattlesnake! Check it out when you click on clue 8 from this blogs side for I don't think it comes up on the main page yet. No wonder I was the only way lately on the clue 8?
Sorry I am not Coop, but did you know that there is a clue 8 up? You seem to be the only one left on here lately. But yet, not too many people have been on the new clue yet, and I have felt lonely on it thinking everyone left it too. I need to do some sorting of books now so I will maybe come back on later tonite. Thanks for all your hard work of finding all this information you are also a walking encylopedia too! Ha ha
Thank you 1LMichele. I was looking for some of the long time bloggers, going through the last few days, even the last month, some seem to be missing. Anyway….. I always love hearing from you!!!
I'll be waiting and wondering!!! LOL!!!
Oh for sure!!! This law is so wrong! And the amendments the legislature made to it today are even more chilling. Now law enforcement agencies can question anyone for bizzare minor infractions such as an unkept lawn—-they can knock on your door for this infraction—and that gives them legal authority for questions about papers etc. How chilling is that? Have they lost their minds?
Thank you Me&Khaz&Simi!!!
YEP! that dream Family Media Room of yours works great for me too!
GOLFERS WILL HAVE IT ALL AT VINITERRA
Not only will our superlative Rees Jones-designed Championship course provide every level of challenge as well as stunning views; The Club at Viniterra will give golfers everything they need for a perfect day on the links. A fully stocked pro shop, practice ranges, and a teaching studio with professional instruction will be available. Viniterra will offer the very best of Virginia wine and golf.
PURE, UNTOUCHED VIRGINIA COUNTRYSIDE
Viniterra will offer miles of paved walking, biking, and jogging trails that meander through untouched natural areas and lead to The Club at Viniterra and to The New Kent Winery.
REES JONES’ VISION FOR THE COURSE AT VINITERRA
“The overall design philosophy at Viniterra was to work with the natural site elements to create a variety of memorable holes that genuinely challenge more accomplished players, but remain playable and enjoyable for average and beginning golfers.
We wanted to create as much diversity as possible, in all aspects of the design, to help ensure that all players could enjoy each round.
The club will utilize five sets of tee markers on each hole to allow the club to shift each set of markers on a daily basis if so desired to create a wide range of yardage fluctuation, providing a continually varied experience for the members.
The diversity of the natural topography is unique and we worked very hard to insure the course maximized the various plateaus, rolls, and valleys of the site. Each hole fits the existing contours, so that very little grading was required.
By making the best use of the varied topography throughout the site, we were able to incorporate a variety of wetland areas, both as strategic hazards and as aesthetically unique course components. The site also features a nice blend of wooded and open areas, which creates more diversity among the holes and throughout the round.
This course also features a unique and dramatic collection of Par 3 holes. Varied in yardage and orientation, each hole incorporates a significant, natural 'draw' as a strategic hazard. And by including a variety of tees and angles of play, we ensured that each hole is also enjoyable for less experienced players.” —Rees Jones
Notable green awards
The Ranch House – Certified LEED Platinum, U.S. Green Building Council
2008 California Water Award
2007 Governor Award for Environmental and Economic Leadership (GEELA)
2006-2007 Recycler of the Year by the City of the San Diego Environmental Services Department
2006 Smart Growth Project by Urban Land Institute (ULI)
Timbers from an old pier in Portland were repurposed as ceiling trusses and trellises. And reclaimed oak from a 19th century barn was given new life as the Ranch House floor. Cabinetry and ceilings are built with recycled sunflower husks and wheat waste creating a beautiful, sustainable option to hardwood. Lumber waste from construction was ground up and used as mulch. And stones quarried from the site were used to create the building’s fireplace, façade and signature landscape walls.
Spreckels Park
Like Presidio Park in Mission Hills, Spreckels Park is a central gathering place for the community. With expansive lawns and a central plaza, the park is expected to be the site of farmers’ markets, outdoor lectures and communi
Kristen Glen Park
Here, a wildflower meadow, a peaceful garden and a stone and glass labyrinth provide a quiet place to relax and meditate. A lap pool to work out the stresses of the day is also planned.
I think the location is Tupelo, Mississippi. They have rattlesnakes,Tupelo Honey, Dairy Cows and Magnolia Trees with that beautiful flower.
At first I would say rhododendrum, but I have a few of those in my yard and they are pretty much a solid color. It does look like a type of Iris as well – but then again, I have some beautiful azaleas that look a lot like this, But it could also be a lilly.
I'm clueless as a lot of these plants grow in several states.
It's Pigeon Forge, TN ! GEESH!…..lol