Heron Bay Golf & Country Club is a premier master-planned community in Atlanta, and there are many benefits to living in this type of community. Many people don’t really understand the difference between a regular community and a master-planned community, so I am here to help clear up any of the gray area.

• Architectural integrity - a master-planned community carefully establishes architecturaly guidelines for all the homes, assuring that neighborhoods offer diversity while complementing each other. And this integrity can be seen in the streetscape, landscape and amenities as well as the homes.
• Remarkable amenities - it’s no secret that Heron Bay provides homeowners with a long list of life-enhancing amenities like an 18-hole golf course, swimming pools, extensive hiking trails, playgrounds, recreation centers and more.
• Natural beauty - the careful planning of a master-planned community usually includes a respect for the natural beauty of the area, preserving a great deal of natural greenspace and wooded areas. Heron Bay created a peaceful environment through conservation of natural space, creation of parks and walking trails and a strong focus on tree plantings.
• An investment in the future - master-planned communities like Heron Bay maintaiin their value and homes in these communities typically appreciate more in value because (more…)

Heron Bay’s intimate active adult neighborhood, The Cottages, has only four homes remaining! And what better way to stay an active adult than to live in an Atlanta golf community like Heron Bay. Residents at The Cottages can play a game on the 18-hole Cannongate golf course, take a dive in one of the swimming pools, leisurely stroll through one of the many trails or play a game of fun game of tennis. Of course, these are only a few of the amenities available to residents at the Cottages as Heron Bay has an extensive list of amenities. In addition to maintaining an active lifestyle, the 67 homes at the Cottages were built by Windsong Properties, who goes above and beyond expectations when building a home. These low-maintenance ranch plans start in the mid $180,000s and feature Corian countertops, hardwood floors, designer baths, upgraded lighting packages and upgraded cabinetry choices. Since lawn maintenance is taken care of, homeowners can truly take time to enjoy their new home and the community as well. Need more incentives? Windsong Properties is currently offering a builder’s closeout special with significant discounts on each of these four homes. So, act now as these homes are sure to sell fast.

Only three homes remain available in the Pinehurst neighborhood of Heron Bay Golf & Country Club. Homes at Pinehurst are built by Brayson Homes and are priced from the high $190,000s to the mid $200,000s. Pinehurst is in a prime location at Heron Bay, directly across from the community lodge and aquatic center. This subdivision has a home for every lifestyle, making it ideal for young families, single professionals and empty nesters alike. The innovative ranch and two-story plans have up to five bedrooms and three and one-half baths, plenty of living space, with some of the most desired features available. And, of course, being a subdivision of the master-planned Atlanta golf community, Heron Bay, residents at Pinehurst have full access to all amenities like the 18 hole Cannongate golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts, clubhouse and more. Pinehurst, with its fantastic location and beautiful homes, is easily one of the most desired neighborhoods of Heron Bay, and it is no wonder that there are only three homes left. So, come check out this Henry County community, where you are not only buying a new house, but also a new lifestyle.

According to SmartNumbers, Inc., Heron Bay Golf and Country Club is the number one selling community in Henry County, for the fourth consecutive year. With an amazing 110 closings in 2007, Heron Bay was able to come out on top, and, let’s be honest, it really isn’t that much of a surprise. I mean, no other community in Henry County, or even metro-Atlanta, has as much to offer residents as Heron Bay. And, even better, you don’t have to be a millionaire to afford a house in this fantastic master-planned community. Heron Bay caters to first time home buyers as well as those looking to upgrade with homes priced from the high $100,000’s to over $1 million. Another attribute that makes Heron Bay stand out in Atlanta Real Estate is that, on average, home sites range from one-quarter of an acre to one-half of an acre, which is significantly larger than many new communities. Heron Bay has exceptional amenities as well (more…)

Next time you check your “myspace” page, do a quick search and visit Henry Heron’s page and add him to your friends list. He is the Blue Heron that lives at Heron Bay Golf and Country Club with his wife and kids, and regularly updates his page to feature community news. He also has pictures of him participating in community events, and encourages residents to join him at the next event so that he can meet as many of his neighbors as possible.

It’s residents like Henry Heron that make Heron Bay such a unique community. This extraordinary master-planned community is located south of Atlanta in Henry County and features new single-family homes priced from the $180,000’s. Heron Bay truly stands out among other new communities in metro-Atlanta with its long list of amenities and numerous community events.

Heron Bay Golf and Country Club celebrated Spring Saturday, March 15. Among the many things that Heron Bay is known for, holiday celebrations and social parties tops the list - and the Easter Spring Fling is no exception. Being Easter, of course there were egg hunts, broken into age groups: 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. There were also special segments for teens. Games including egg races and bunny says were part of the day’s festivities as well. Hunting eggs and participating in the bunny hop will definitely make anyone hungry, so attendees feasted on hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn and other carnival-type snacks. An arts & crafts area allowed both children and adults can create Easter visors, bookmarks and more! Check back soon for photos from the event!

It is no surprise that Heron Bay Golf & Country Club has an exceptional array of amenities readily available for residents. And since meteorologists are telling us to expect Spring weather beginning next week, we recommend taking advantage of some of these great amenities, and enjoying the fantastic 65-degree weather.

Go ahead and schedule your tee-time for next weekend at the Canongate golf course before all of the time slots are taken. This exquisite 18-hole golf course is a Par 72 and 7,300 yards. However, if you don’t want to take the time to complete the course, practice your swing at the driving range or putting green. Don’t forget to enjoy lunch at the clubhouse.

If golf isn’t really your sport, then take a leisurely walk on one of the many nature trails throughout the community. The extensive trail system incorporates approximately 10 miles of pristine trails and wooden boardwalks that wind through nearly 1,000 acres of natural woodlands. These trails are a great way to see the Cannongate golf course, the various community parks and the beautiful Cole Reservoir.

To help get the children active, take them to the community’s state-of-the-art playground. If team sports are your interest, grab a raquet and head to the tennis courts or the community sports field. Whatever your passion, Heron Bay has a way for you to get active outdoors and enjoy the spring weather that is almost upon us.

Join your Locust Grove neighbors as they take a stroll down memory lane at a benefit concert being held in an auditorium that has not been open to the public for twenty-five years. The auditorium, located upstairs in the city hall building, has 180 seats, a small stage and a piano.

The Locust Grove Heritage Foundation will hold a benefit concert, called: “Music and Memories” in the auditorium on Mar. 1. The Heritage Foundation preserves and educates citizens about the Locust Grove history and lifestyle.

The city hall building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, served as a preparatory school, “the Locust Grove Institute” from 1893 to 1930 when it closed during the Great Depression. The building later reopened to house the Locust Grove Elementary School until 1983 when e it came under use by the city for administrative offices.

Reserved tickets for the event are available by calling Mac McLendon at 770-957-2378. Open seating is also available. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased (more…)

White Oak, Buckeye, Fern, Azalea and Hemlock are common plants in this part of the country and guaranteed to make a prompt appearance during any native plant identification hike, but Minerva Properties’ Heron Bay Golf & Country Club celebrates these familiar plants in the naming of its numerous trails, winding throughout the community. The second phase of the extensive trail system was recently completed, adding three new trails and providing easy access to the various community parks and neighborhoods at Heron Bay in Locust Grove.

One of the most outstanding characteristics of Henry County’s Heron Bay is the natural beauty surrounding the entire community, it totally envelopes you when you enter Heron Bay, so the trails are named for the indigenous foliage found along the trails in celebration of the community’s natural beauty.

Not only do the trails provide a means to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors, but they also promote a healthy lifestyle and interaction between friends and neighbors, which is important to the residents at Heron Bay. At almost any time of the day, residents young and old can be seen using the trail as a way to stay fit, spend time with family and friends and appreciate and explore all that nature has to offer. (more…)

After tremendous success in Heron Bay Golf & Country Club’s custom neighborhood, The Links at Heron Bay, Paul Thomas Homes will now introduce a new award-winning line of homes in The Summit at Heron Bay at an affordable price, with homes starting in the high $100,000s. Groundbreaking on the model occurred in early December and homes should be ready to close by the end of March, 2008.

Paul Thomas Homes has been one of the most popular builders in The Links at Heron Bay. The rapid sales pace of homes in the price range from $200,000 - $250,000 in Heron Bay resulted a price gap in early 2007, which will now be filled with such a strong, well-respected builder. This much anticipated community will be a great value in Heron Bay – bringing award-winning homes to an award-winning neighborhood.
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