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Summer Camp for Adults

If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by UpscaleRealEstateMarketing.com • 877.660.0996

www.HeritageTexas.com281.679.0101

11689 Westheimer, Suite C • Houston, TX 77077

BRANDEY HECKEROTH

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JOANNE ESKRIDGE

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CHARLIE ESKRIDGE

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AMANDAWALSH

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May | June 2013

Home Background ChecksProperty Investigations for Buyers

Need Some Dinner Inspiration?McCormick & Schmick’s Stuffed Salmon

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3714 St. Tropez STUNNING Estate home, corner lot, circle drive, motor court & views of the #15 fairway at ROCC. Two story gallery, sweeping iron staircase, Crema Marfil marble floors, custom faux finishes throughout, Savant system, wine cellar, master + 2nd bedroom down, custom draperies and 100% wool carpeting. Gourmet kitchen with recent appliances, summer kitchen, pool, spa &

fire-pit with extended outdoor living area, media room, game & billiard room, central vacuum, baby-proofed, 3rd floor seasonal

storage/equip room, extensive landscape, IMMACULATE!

3811 Antibes LaneMagnificent Home 5/4/2

Open design, two bedrooms down, divine finishes

3115 Bonnebridge Way BlvdCoveted Lot 4/3-1/3

Newly remodeled, huge lot, impressive finishes

11503 Noblewood CrestSpectacular Golf Course Home 3/3-1/3

Fairway views, open plan, plunge pool with waterfall

Featured Cover Property

2807 Tudor ManorOne of a Kind Villa 3-4/4-1/2

Recently updated, surround sound, custom kitchen, master retreat

11522 Gallant RidgeSpectacular Stucco and Stone Golf Course Home 4/4-5/3Inviting views of the pool and 7th fairway. Amazing interior!

11530 Gallant RidgeStunning One Story Golf Course Home 3/3-5/3

Amazing view of 7th fairway! Formals, open family area AND flex room

Has it been a few years (alright, maybe decades) since you went off to summer camp? Why not treat yourself to a mini-vacation at a golf academy? Whether you’re new to the links or yearning to perfect your putting once and for all, a few intensive days at a golf academy are sure to improve your game. But just what makes a golf academy better than taking lessons from your local club’s golf pro? For one, you are immersed in all that driving, chipping, and putting for several days at a time (most schools let you choose the length of your stay). At many golf academies, you will be taught by top-notch PGA and LPGA professionals who are trained to instruct novices and almost-pros alike. These teachers will create custom-made instruction based on your ability, style, and goals. Many schools also offer specific classes to improve certain aspects, such as your short game. Others offer “ladies-only” instruction and “junior academies” for younger players. Cutting-edge technology is also a key component to a good golf school. You’ll want to look for an academy that provides computer and video analysis, looking at everything from your swing, to the rotation on the ball and even your putting style. The top academies are also often found on beautiful, championship-level golf courses … and are sometimes based at some of the most exclusive and luxurious resort areas. So why not treat yourself to your own version of summer camp…all while bringing your golf game up to par. Check out these top-rated golf academies below.

The Advantage Golf School Four Seasons Troon North, Scottsdale, Arizona 877.239.6609 | AdvantageGolfSchool.comSet in the Sonoran Desert, the Troon North Golf Club offers a beautiful backdrop for golf.

Choose from two- or three-day sessions, with or without hotel accommodations. Features include one-on-one instruction taught by PGA and LPGA professionals for a nine-hole playing lesson each day. You choose the dates that fit your schedule. Troon North also offers the Callaway Authorized Performance Center, which analyzes club head speed, ball speed, launch angle, and spin rates. Cost: $2199-$4499, depending on number of days and hotel options.

The Advantage Golf SchoolStone Creek Golf Club, Phoenix, Arizona 877.239.6609 | AdvantageGolfSchool.comAt Stone Creek Golf Club, surrounded by desert mountain views, golfers get six hours of

one-on-one instruction from elite PGA veteran instructors. The latest computer swing analysis is also offered. Cost: $1299-$2599, depending on number of days and hotel options.

Barton Creek Golf Academy Barton Creek Resort & Spa, Austin, Texas 512.306.5805 | BartonCreekGolfAcademy.com Located at the beautiful Fazio Canyons golf course, the instructors use the latest technology to analyze your game. Academy offerings range from a three-hour, half-day instruction to one-, two-, and three-day golf academy options. Most classes are limited to 12 students per session. Cost: Ranges from $495 to $1395.

The Academy of Golf DynamicsAustin, Texas | 800.879.2008 GolfDynamics.comRanked by Golf magazine as one of the top 25 golf schools in the country, this Jack Nicklaus designed facility offers a 3-to-1 ratio of students to teachers. The Academy is also the first-ever site designed specifically for learning to play better golf. Three-day school sessions offered.

La Cantera Golf SchoolLa Cantera Hill Country Resort, San Antonio, Texas 888.603.4653 | LaCanteraGolfClub.com This hilltop retreat just north of San Antonio offers half-, one-, two- and three-day golf school sessions. Most three-hour classes offer a 4-to-1 student-instructor ratio. The resort boasts two championship golf courses: the Resort Course at La Cantera and The Palmer Course at La Cantera, designed by Arnold Palmer. Prices range from $179-$299 per person per day. TOURAcademy La CostaLa Costa Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, California 800.766.7939 | PGATourExperiences.com.Located in Southern California’s only Gold Medal Golf Resort, TOURAcademy offers two- to five-day golf schools for all levels of players. This is one of eight TOURAcademy locations throughout the U.S. offering instruction with PGA and LPGA pros. Highlights include video swing analysis, Flightscope technology, and the Tomi Putting System, to analyze your putting game. Rates: $1395-$3195 depending on number of days, hotel options, and time of year.

Ingredients:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare the beurre blanc sauce and set aside. Split the salmon fillets lengthwise to form a pocket for the stuffing. Combine the shrimp, crab, brie, dill, salt and pepper. Gently blend in the mayonnaise to bind the mixture. Divide the stuffing mixture between the four pocketed fillets. When full, let the flaps cover the stuffing so that only a small amount is exposed. Bake in a lightly buttered baking dish for 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to dinner plates and spoon the beurre blanc over the fish.

Beurre Blanc SauceYield: 1 cup

Combine wine, vinegar, peppercorns and shallot in a non-corrosive saucepan (stainless steel, Teflon, Calphalon). Reduce until the mixture is just 1 to 2 tablespoons and has the consistency of syrup. Add the cream and reduce again until the mixture is 3 to 4 tablespoons and very syrupy. Remove the pan from heat. Add the butter pieces, about 2 ounces at a time, stirring constantly and allowing each piece to melt in before adding more. (If the mixture cools too much, the butter will not melt completely and you will have to reheat it slightly.) Strain and hold warm on a stove-top trivet or in a double-boiler over very low heat until you are ready to use.

Yield: 4 servings

For years car buyers have relied on a “background check” on the pre-owned vehicle they are interested in buying. We all know this as a CARFAX report. The report has become so popular with car buyers that many say “show me the CARFAX” before any final buying decision. In real estate, most states require a seller to complete some form of a seller’s disclosure statement that will provide potential buyers with information about the property’s history

and potential defects. Other than the report generated by the seller, what third-party, neutral sources of background information about a property can a real estate buyer rely upon? Is there a “background check” that can be requested for a particular property? How does a buyer obtain it? Buyers usually rely on the traditional property inspection to reveal any defects or issues with a property. But, there are several other sources of information about a property’s past that buyers may want to consider when making one of the biggest purchase decisions of their life. BuildFax.com has created a database of permit information from building departments in more than 4,000 cities and counties across the United States. BuildFax compiles a report that shows major renovations or repairs to a property, the date those were done, and the list of contractors who worked on the project. Local regulations vary on what types of work require a permit, but usually any significant remodel will require a permit. Discrepancies between information provided by the seller and information revealed on the report may raise concerns or provide the buyer

additional information when negotiating the sale price. The BuildFax report can also reveal whether renovations were done by licensed contractors or not. Since 2010, the Realtors Property Resource has been available to all National Association of Realtors® members. The system provides data on a range of property-specific information such as public records, tax assessment data, liens, mortgages and foreclosure information, school district statistics, zoning restrictions, flood plain maps and more. Your Realtor® can compile a custom report about a property so a buyer can make better informed decisions about that property. Past insurance claims may impact a buyer’s ability to obtain insurance on a property or, at a minimum, may impact the insurance rates the new buyer will pay. LexisNexis offers a C.L.U.E. Home Seller’s Report that contains five years history of insurance claims on the property. This Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange report details types of losses, dates of claims and insurance company payouts. The report may only be obtained by the seller, but buyers can make an offer contingent

upon an acceptable C.L.U.E. report if they have any concerns about prior damage reported in a seller’s disclosure. Sellers who have had property damage may want to provide the report along with their seller’s disclosure – even if they are not obligated by law to do so. Buyers generally receive little to no background information on a bank or lender-owned property since the bank or mortgage company has no knowledge about the property’s past. Requesting a C.L.U.E. report can be especially valuable to the buyer in those cases. Informed real estate buyers have many other sources of information beyond the seller’s disclosure statement and home inspection that can provide a “background check” on a particular property. A Realtor® can help buyers obtain this information and can assist them in reading and interpreting the results.

Date Night: Spring in TuscanySur La Table, May 17th 800.243.0852 | SurLaTable.comCalling all food lovers! Discover a world renowned for its rustic yet refined cuisine, incorporating simple ingredients that produce incredible flavors. Bring your special someone and together learn how to create a sumptuous, modern Tuscan menu using authentic ingredients. The instructor will teach you the techniques behind these satisfying recipes as well as a few tips to make preparation a breeze. Buon appetito!

Pink MartiniJones Hall, May 24th – 26th713.224.7575 | PinkMartini.comFeaturing 10-12 musicians, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages and with symphony orchestras throughout the world. The group returns to Jones Hall with popular favorites such as “Brazil,” “Amado Mio” and “Hey, Eugene” while injecting new songs bound to become mainstays of their eclectic repertoire.

Late Surrealism The Menil Collection, May 24th713.525.9400 | Menil.orgAn artistic and literary movement that began in the early twentieth century, Surrealism can be characterized as a retreat from the rational and an inquiry into the mysterious depths of the psyche. Explore works of art from Mark Rothko, Lee Krasner, Jackson Pollock and Arshile Gorky in the exhibition highlighting mid-twentieth century Surrealism.

International Gem and Jewelry ShowReliant Park, June 21st – 23rd 832.667.1400 | ReliantPark.comThis is one of the best exhibitions of gems, minerals and jewelry in the world. The show features one-of-a-kind jewelry creations, exotic gems, beads, pearls, exquisite fine jewelry, estate collections and much more. With over 300 booths, people of all ages will find deep discounts and an amazing variety of beautiful jewelry to complement this year’s fashions.

Date Night: Passionate ProvenceSur La Table, June 14th 800.243.0852 | SurLaTable.comExpect an evening of springtime amour as you and your date immerse yourselves in elegant Provencal cuisine. Together with other couples and the chef instructor you’ll learn about authentic French ingredients and cooking fundamentals. Cook up something romantic alongside your special someone, and prepare dishes with a modern twist, designed to inspire passion.

MAY | JUNE 2013

STUFFED SALMON WITH BAY SHRIMP & CRAB

Featuring McCormick & Schmick’sUptown Park: 713.840.7900Fannin Street: 713.658.8100

Town & Country: 713.465.3685McCormickAndSchmicks.com

In Good Taste Event Calendar

TAKE YOUR GAME 1 c. beurre blanc sauce (recipe below)4 (5 oz.) salmon fillets6 oz. bay shrimp6 oz. Dungeness crab meat

6 oz. brie cheese, cut into ½ inch cubes3 Tbs. mayonnaise1 Tbs. chopped fresh dillPinch of saltPinch of pepper

6 oz. white wine3 oz. white wine vinegar3 whole black peppercorns1 shallot, quartered1 c. heavy cream

6 oz. cold, unsalted butter, cut into pieces3 oz. cold, salted butter, cut into pieces

Has it been a few years (alright, maybe decades) since you went off to summer camp? Why not treat yourself to a mini-vacation at a golf academy? Whether you’re new to the links or yearning to perfect your putting once and for all, a few intensive days at a golf academy are sure to improve your game. But just what makes a golf academy better than taking lessons from your local club’s golf pro? For one, you are immersed in all that driving, chipping, and putting for several days at a time (most schools let you choose the length of your stay). At many golf academies, you will be taught by top-notch PGA and LPGA professionals who are trained to instruct novices and almost-pros alike. These teachers will create custom-made instruction based on your ability, style, and goals. Many schools also offer specific classes to improve certain aspects, such as your short game. Others offer “ladies-only” instruction and “junior academies” for younger players. Cutting-edge technology is also a key component to a good golf school. You’ll want to look for an academy that provides computer and video analysis, looking at everything from your swing, to the rotation on the ball and even your putting style. The top academies are also often found on beautiful, championship-level golf courses … and are sometimes based at some of the most exclusive and luxurious resort areas. So why not treat yourself to your own version of summer camp…all while bringing your golf game up to par. Check out these top-rated golf academies below.

The Advantage Golf School Four Seasons Troon North, Scottsdale, Arizona 877.239.6609 | AdvantageGolfSchool.comSet in the Sonoran Desert, the Troon North Golf Club offers a beautiful backdrop for golf.

Choose from two- or three-day sessions, with or without hotel accommodations. Features include one-on-one instruction taught by PGA and LPGA professionals for a nine-hole playing lesson each day. You choose the dates that fit your schedule. Troon North also offers the Callaway Authorized Performance Center, which analyzes club head speed, ball speed, launch angle, and spin rates. Cost: $2199-$4499, depending on number of days and hotel options.

The Advantage Golf SchoolStone Creek Golf Club, Phoenix, Arizona 877.239.6609 | AdvantageGolfSchool.comAt Stone Creek Golf Club, surrounded by desert mountain views, golfers get six hours of

one-on-one instruction from elite PGA veteran instructors. The latest computer swing analysis is also offered. Cost: $1299-$2599, depending on number of days and hotel options.

Barton Creek Golf Academy Barton Creek Resort & Spa, Austin, Texas 512.306.5805 | BartonCreekGolfAcademy.com Located at the beautiful Fazio Canyons golf course, the instructors use the latest technology to analyze your game. Academy offerings range from a three-hour, half-day instruction to one-, two-, and three-day golf academy options. Most classes are limited to 12 students per session. Cost: Ranges from $495 to $1395.

The Academy of Golf DynamicsAustin, Texas | 800.879.2008 GolfDynamics.comRanked by Golf magazine as one of the top 25 golf schools in the country, this Jack Nicklaus designed facility offers a 3-to-1 ratio of students to teachers. The Academy is also the first-ever site designed specifically for learning to play better golf. Three-day school sessions offered.

La Cantera Golf SchoolLa Cantera Hill Country Resort, San Antonio, Texas 888.603.4653 | LaCanteraGolfClub.com This hilltop retreat just north of San Antonio offers half-, one-, two- and three-day golf school sessions. Most three-hour classes offer a 4-to-1 student-instructor ratio. The resort boasts two championship golf courses: the Resort Course at La Cantera and The Palmer Course at La Cantera, designed by Arnold Palmer. Prices range from $179-$299 per person per day. TOURAcademy La CostaLa Costa Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, California 800.766.7939 | PGATourExperiences.com.Located in Southern California’s only Gold Medal Golf Resort, TOURAcademy offers two- to five-day golf schools for all levels of players. This is one of eight TOURAcademy locations throughout the U.S. offering instruction with PGA and LPGA pros. Highlights include video swing analysis, Flightscope technology, and the Tomi Putting System, to analyze your putting game. Rates: $1395-$3195 depending on number of days, hotel options, and time of year.

Ingredients:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare the beurre blanc sauce and set aside. Split the salmon fillets lengthwise to form a pocket for the stuffing. Combine the shrimp, crab, brie, dill, salt and pepper. Gently blend in the mayonnaise to bind the mixture. Divide the stuffing mixture between the four pocketed fillets. When full, let the flaps cover the stuffing so that only a small amount is exposed. Bake in a lightly buttered baking dish for 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to dinner plates and spoon the beurre blanc over the fish.

Beurre Blanc SauceYield: 1 cup

Combine wine, vinegar, peppercorns and shallot in a non-corrosive saucepan (stainless steel, Teflon, Calphalon). Reduce until the mixture is just 1 to 2 tablespoons and has the consistency of syrup. Add the cream and reduce again until the mixture is 3 to 4 tablespoons and very syrupy. Remove the pan from heat. Add the butter pieces, about 2 ounces at a time, stirring constantly and allowing each piece to melt in before adding more. (If the mixture cools too much, the butter will not melt completely and you will have to reheat it slightly.) Strain and hold warm on a stove-top trivet or in a double-boiler over very low heat until you are ready to use.

Yield: 4 servings

For years car buyers have relied on a “background check” on the pre-owned vehicle they are interested in buying. We all know this as a CARFAX report. The report has become so popular with car buyers that many say “show me the CARFAX” before any final buying decision. In real estate, most states require a seller to complete some form of a seller’s disclosure statement that will provide potential buyers with information about the property’s history

and potential defects. Other than the report generated by the seller, what third-party, neutral sources of background information about a property can a real estate buyer rely upon? Is there a “background check” that can be requested for a particular property? How does a buyer obtain it? Buyers usually rely on the traditional property inspection to reveal any defects or issues with a property. But, there are several other sources of information about a property’s past that buyers may want to consider when making one of the biggest purchase decisions of their life. BuildFax.com has created a database of permit information from building departments in more than 4,000 cities and counties across the United States. BuildFax compiles a report that shows major renovations or repairs to a property, the date those were done, and the list of contractors who worked on the project. Local regulations vary on what types of work require a permit, but usually any significant remodel will require a permit. Discrepancies between information provided by the seller and information revealed on the report may raise concerns or provide the buyer

additional information when negotiating the sale price. The BuildFax report can also reveal whether renovations were done by licensed contractors or not. Since 2010, the Realtors Property Resource has been available to all National Association of Realtors® members. The system provides data on a range of property-specific information such as public records, tax assessment data, liens, mortgages and foreclosure information, school district statistics, zoning restrictions, flood plain maps and more. Your Realtor® can compile a custom report about a property so a buyer can make better informed decisions about that property. Past insurance claims may impact a buyer’s ability to obtain insurance on a property or, at a minimum, may impact the insurance rates the new buyer will pay. LexisNexis offers a C.L.U.E. Home Seller’s Report that contains five years history of insurance claims on the property. This Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange report details types of losses, dates of claims and insurance company payouts. The report may only be obtained by the seller, but buyers can make an offer contingent

upon an acceptable C.L.U.E. report if they have any concerns about prior damage reported in a seller’s disclosure. Sellers who have had property damage may want to provide the report along with their seller’s disclosure – even if they are not obligated by law to do so. Buyers generally receive little to no background information on a bank or lender-owned property since the bank or mortgage company has no knowledge about the property’s past. Requesting a C.L.U.E. report can be especially valuable to the buyer in those cases. Informed real estate buyers have many other sources of information beyond the seller’s disclosure statement and home inspection that can provide a “background check” on a particular property. A Realtor® can help buyers obtain this information and can assist them in reading and interpreting the results.

Date Night: Spring in TuscanySur La Table, May 17th 800.243.0852 | SurLaTable.comCalling all food lovers! Discover a world renowned for its rustic yet refined cuisine, incorporating simple ingredients that produce incredible flavors. Bring your special someone and together learn how to create a sumptuous, modern Tuscan menu using authentic ingredients. The instructor will teach you the techniques behind these satisfying recipes as well as a few tips to make preparation a breeze. Buon appetito!

Pink MartiniJones Hall, May 24th – 26th713.224.7575 | PinkMartini.comFeaturing 10-12 musicians, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages and with symphony orchestras throughout the world. The group returns to Jones Hall with popular favorites such as “Brazil,” “Amado Mio” and “Hey, Eugene” while injecting new songs bound to become mainstays of their eclectic repertoire.

Late Surrealism The Menil Collection, May 24th713.525.9400 | Menil.orgAn artistic and literary movement that began in the early twentieth century, Surrealism can be characterized as a retreat from the rational and an inquiry into the mysterious depths of the psyche. Explore works of art from Mark Rothko, Lee Krasner, Jackson Pollock and Arshile Gorky in the exhibition highlighting mid-twentieth century Surrealism.

International Gem and Jewelry ShowReliant Park, June 21st – 23rd 832.667.1400 | ReliantPark.comThis is one of the best exhibitions of gems, minerals and jewelry in the world. The show features one-of-a-kind jewelry creations, exotic gems, beads, pearls, exquisite fine jewelry, estate collections and much more. With over 300 booths, people of all ages will find deep discounts and an amazing variety of beautiful jewelry to complement this year’s fashions.

Date Night: Passionate ProvenceSur La Table, June 14th 800.243.0852 | SurLaTable.comExpect an evening of springtime amour as you and your date immerse yourselves in elegant Provencal cuisine. Together with other couples and the chef instructor you’ll learn about authentic French ingredients and cooking fundamentals. Cook up something romantic alongside your special someone, and prepare dishes with a modern twist, designed to inspire passion.

MAY | JUNE 2013

STUFFED SALMON WITH BAY SHRIMP & CRAB

Featuring McCormick & Schmick’sUptown Park: 713.840.7900Fannin Street: 713.658.8100

Town & Country: 713.465.3685McCormickAndSchmicks.com

In Good Taste Event Calendar

TAKE YOUR GAME 1 c. beurre blanc sauce (recipe below)4 (5 oz.) salmon fillets6 oz. bay shrimp6 oz. Dungeness crab meat

6 oz. brie cheese, cut into ½ inch cubes3 Tbs. mayonnaise1 Tbs. chopped fresh dillPinch of saltPinch of pepper

6 oz. white wine3 oz. white wine vinegar3 whole black peppercorns1 shallot, quartered1 c. heavy cream

6 oz. cold, unsalted butter, cut into pieces3 oz. cold, salted butter, cut into pieces

Summer Camp for Adults

If your home is currently listed, this is not a solicitation for that listing. Produced by UpscaleRealEstateMarketing.com • 877.660.0996

www.HeritageTexas.com281.679.0101

11689 Westheimer, Suite C • Houston, TX 77077

BRANDEY HECKEROTH

[email protected]

JOANNE ESKRIDGE

[email protected]

CHARLIE ESKRIDGE

[email protected]

AMANDAWALSH

[email protected]

May | June 2013

Home Background ChecksProperty Investigations for Buyers

Need Some Dinner Inspiration?McCormick & Schmick’s Stuffed Salmon

Royal Oaks Country Club Real Estate Report

a

3714 St. Tropez STUNNING Estate home, corner lot, circle drive, motor court & views of the #15 fairway at ROCC. Two story gallery, sweeping iron staircase, Crema Marfil marble floors, custom faux finishes throughout, Savant system, wine cellar, master + 2nd bedroom down, custom draperies and 100% wool carpeting. Gourmet kitchen with recent appliances, summer kitchen, pool, spa &

fire-pit with extended outdoor living area, media room, game & billiard room, central vacuum, baby-proofed, 3rd floor seasonal

storage/equip room, extensive landscape, IMMACULATE!

3811 Antibes LaneMagnificent Home 5/4/2

Open design, two bedrooms down, divine finishes

3115 Bonnebridge Way BlvdCoveted Lot 4/3-1/3

Newly remodeled, huge lot, impressive finishes

11503 Noblewood CrestSpectacular Golf Course Home 3/3-1/3

Fairway views, open plan, plunge pool with waterfall

Featured Cover Property

2807 Tudor ManorOne of a Kind Villa 3-4/4-1/2

Recently updated, surround sound, custom kitchen, master retreat

11522 Gallant RidgeSpectacular Stucco and Stone Golf Course Home 4/4-5/3Inviting views of the pool and 7th fairway. Amazing interior!

11530 Gallant RidgeStunning One Story Golf Course Home 3/3-5/3

Amazing view of 7th fairway! Formals, open family area AND flex room