Southern Pines Horse Country is a prized destination and a dream come true for the equine and the equestrian.  Although Moore County Horse County has been enjoyed for many years, you seldom see it advertised outside the local area. Rest assured it is one of the best kept secrets in Real Estate.

One would be hard pressed to come up with a location anywhere on the East Coast that has as much to offer for the horse lover. Whether you’re a professional, an amateur or just enjoy having pasture pets, horse country is a community shared and enjoyed by horse lovers.

The sandy soil supports the perfect footing for riding year round. Comfortable for the horse, safe for the rider. The diversity of disciplines, as well as the many breeds represented in Horse Country makes it fun and interesting. Driving, eventing, western, pleasure, hunters, jumpers, and fox hunters. They’re all here taking advantage of the best kept secret.

The Walthour Moss Foundation provides over 4,000 acres for riders to experience and enjoy with their horses. Live on 10 or more acres and ride on 4,000. It just doesn’t get any better.

Located in Moore County, the “Sandhills” of central North Carolina, Pinehurst has the best compromise climate in the States.  Our winter, or as we like to call it, winter-lite, doesn’t really get started until after Christmas and generally ends when the daffodils come up in the middle of February…just two months!  Even better, no gray winters here.  Being blessed with abundant lob-lolly and longleaf pine trees, which were planted by the famous nineteenth century landscape designer and city planner, Frederick Law Olmsted, Pinehurst is “green” all year.  Adding to the greenery and providing further proof of our mild climate, the village each year plants pansies all over town in November, which then bloom all winter.

The average daytime winter temperature in Pinehurst is just above 50 degrees.  Snow is infrequent, light and gone in a day or two…and nary a pothole in our beautiful roads!  This means golfers are likely to be able to enjoy a round golf on any one of Moore County’s over forty courses most of the winter.  Non-golfers, too, will be happy to get around easily all winter to participate in the many other interests, activities and events Pinehurst has to offer.

And a short winter has a side benefit; spring in Pinehurst is long and wonderfully pleasant.  It seems the spring blooming season is extended as well in the Sandhills.  Instead of all bushes and trees flowering all at once in one big burst of beauty, as experienced in northern states, Pinehurst blooms take their time, seemingly taking turns, each having their time in the sun and time for Pinehurstians to enjoy them. 

So, if you’d like to enjoy the benefits of living in a mild climate, especially winter-lite, be sure to visit Pinehurst, NC . . . it’s a great place to live!

Homes and Condos in Seven Lakes and the West End, NC area are immediately available with this Quick Link

Seven Lakes is a premier residential community nestled amount the stately pines and rolloing terrain of North Carolina’s Sandhills reagion.  For more details long on the the community website.

Lake activities in Seven Lakes

Amoung the interesting amenities that are available in Seven Lakes are lake activities, golf, and equestrian facilities.  It is truly a rich are for outdoor recreation.  More details are offered with the following links:

Pinehurst, NC— The majority of America’s potential homebuyers and sellers — 68 percent — believe that the real estate market and property values will recover in the next year or two, according to a new survey by Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services, a Prudential Financial, Inc. [NYSE:PRU] company.  This exceeds the 47 percent of Americans who expected house prices would rise in a similar survey conducted in April 2010, underscoring a more bullish outlook for the real estate market today.  In addition, 86 percent of Americans believe real estate is a good investment despite the market volatility of the past few years. The Prudential Real Estate Outlook Survey of 1,253 Americans between the ages of 25-64 in the market for buying a home was conducted Jan. 20-27, 2011.

The national survey reveals that six in 10 respondents are more interested in buying real estate (58%) and are optimistic about buying given the momentum of the economic recovery (59%).  It also shows that although the price of many Americans’ homes declined during the recession, 89 percent recognize they can also buy a new house at a lower price. 

“This survey clearly demonstrates that Americans nationally and locally continue to be optimistic about the real estate market and believe that home prices will rise,” said Kay Beran, President of Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders.  “A key take away from the survey is although consumers recognize that it is a good time to buy, they are concerned about their ability to sell their homes. This is one of the reasons for a slowdown in the Moore County recovery.”   

For those on the fence about buying, uncertainty about selling an existing home (77 percent), concern about getting a fair price for the home (67 percent) and emotions (58 percent) are holding them back.  For those who have sold homes in the past year, despite the down market 78 percent report that they were satisfied with the sale.  Of these, 32 percent were very satisfied with the final price of their home and 46 percent were grateful they were able to sell given market conditions.  A relatively small number, 22 percent, indicated that they were disappointed or resentful about the price they received for their home.

The survey highlighted Americans’ interest in trading up their homes.  Of the 45 percent looking to trade up, 64 percent wanted more space or property, 49 percent a nicer house and 41 percent a better neighborhood.  Only 21 percent surveyed said they were looking to scale down, and 34 percent said that they wanted a similar home.            

The survey highlighted the importance of getting the right price in today’s market —74 percent of buyers believe that many homes could meet their needs and that price is a significant differentiator, while 26 percent stated that they were willing to pay top of market for a home that specifically suits their needs.  In setting the right price, however, sellers were split—with 53 percent wanting to price right at or slightly below market to attract more bids and 47 percent wanting to price slightly higher than market and hoping to find a buyer willing to pay more.  

The majority of respondents underscored the importance of real estate agents in the process of buying or selling their home.  Seventy-five percent of those surveyed said that an agent is very important or essential to this process, with only 24 percent saying agents are helpful but not imperative. 

“Americans continue to see real estate agents as having a very important role in helping them price, buy and sell their homes; which is reflective of our market as well,” added Beran.  “Although the data underscores the value real estate agents provide, it also shows that the industry needs to continue to work hard to meet clients’ unique needs.”   

The Prudential Real Estate Outlook Survey was conducted online. The margin of error is +/- 3 percent. A more detailed breakdown of the data is available, as well as supporting charts and visuals, at www.news.prudential.com.

Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders is the oldest real estate firm in the greater Moore County area and became a Prudential Real Estate affiliate in November of 1995.  Gouger O’Neal & Saunders has been in the residential and commercial real estate business since 1971, and has been a leader in real estate sales ever since.   

Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services is Prudential’s integrated real estate brokerage franchise and relocation services business. Prudential Real Estate franchises are independently owned and operated. Companies are selected based upon outstanding performance records, high levels of customer service and shared business values with those of Prudential. Prudential Real Estate is one of the largest real estate brokerage franchise networks in North America, with more than 1,600 franchise offices and 54,100 sales professionals in the franchise Network as of Dec. 31, 2010.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a financial services leader with approximately

$784 billion of assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2010, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. In the U.S., the company’s Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential’s businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, investment management, and real estate services. For more information, please visit www.news.prudential.com.

Inchalene

This wonderful estate will have 14 rooms that will be transformed by Interior Designers both local and from across the Southeast.  With flowers scenting the air and styles ranging from opulent to casual, hospitality beckons.

After viewing the lush surroundings, you will be invited to the Boutique filled with antiques, linens, lighting fixtures, flowers, jewelry, garden items and other finery for the discerning eye.  To complete your visit, a daily Special Events Program has been planned featuring noted authors, appraisers, jewelry experts, a visit to a classical art studio and more.

All proceeds from ticket sales and a percentage of all purchases will go for repairs and maintenance with Weymouth’s heartfelt gratitude. 

For more information: http://www.weymouthshowhouse.org/ or 910 295- 0120.

FROM:  Don Padgett II, President & COO Pinehurst Resort and Country Club 

I’m pleased to announce that today the Dedman family purchased a 220-acre site in Aberdeen, which you may know as The Pit Golf Links. The course has been closed for several months and was recently sold through foreclosure proceedings. 

As an organization we are thrilled that the family moved forward with this acquisition as it represents their continued commitment to Pinehurst and Moore County. As Bob told me last week, “This property truly complements our existing holdings in that area. Now we will have a beautiful and unique 925-acre site.”

Undoubtedly, you will be curious about what we intend to do with the property, but at this time we have no immediate plans. Over the next couple of weeks we will evaluate the golf course, clubhouse and other facilities to determine our next steps. Currently, our biggest priority is the reopening of No. 2, which I believe is the most important event in the last 10 years for Pinehurst, our guests, members and the entire community.

1/11/2011 

From: Kay E Beran, President

Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders Real Estate partners with The Pilot for a dynamic online program for 2010 

Understanding that online exposure is one of the best resources that a real estate business can have is important. Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders has embraced that concept for many years and has upgraded their exposure with a valuable business partner, The Pilot. 

The Pilot has also seen the rise of the web as it influences the way information is delivered to its readers.  To meet the demands of the readers with a convenient way to deliver the news, they have created www.thepilot.com and mastered the art of online news service.  With exponential growth in the use of this site, Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders has joined with The Pilot to increase the availability of our website www.prudentialpinehurst.com by featuring a graphic display that leads to our website with “run of the site” positioning. 

So, when you see the graphic display that leads to www.prudentialpinehurst.com you will be able to do comprehensive search for property, get the latest market statistics, view area information and contact us for expert help in real estate.  We look forward to your visit! 

Kay Beran can be reached at 910-692-2635. Prudential Gouger O’Neal & Saunders is an independently owned and operated member of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., a Prudential Financial company. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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