Bluegreen Communities

Meet Former NFL Player Bill Bates!

bluegreencommunities — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:51:50 +0000

Former NFL Player Bill Bates will be onsite at our property, The Sanctuary at Joe Pool Lake, this Wednesday, September 1st from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. He will be raffling off autographed footballs, photographs and two suite tickets to a Dallas Cowboys game. All attendees will receive a one-day only savings on new one-acre lots in The Sanctuary, a luxurious lakeside retreat on the shores of Joe Pool Lake in Cedar Hill, Texas (right outside of Dallas). Also, homebuilders who attend and begin building within the next six months will receive one-day incentives from Austin Custom Homes, Bill Bates' own building company. For more information, please visit www.lakehomesites.com.

The Bridges at Preston Crossings Welcomes Two Iraqi War Veterans

bluegreencommunities — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 23:59:47 +0000

Sergeant Levi Wilson and his wife, Katie, placing a “Future Home of the Wilson Family” sign on their lot at The Bridges at Preston Crossings in Gunter, Texas. Left: Bluegreen Communities CEO, Dan Koscher.

The Bridges at Preston Crossings proudly welcomed two Iraqi war veterans into the community yesterday in Gunter, Texas. Sergeant Levi Wilson and his wife, Katie, of Fort Worth, Texas as well as Sergeant First Class Alan Hornaday and his wife, Sheila, of Fordyce, Arkansas will soon call The Bridges home thanks to Bluegreen Communities' participation in Operation FINALLY HOME, an organization that honors wounded and disabled veterans with land and custom-built homes.

The families just learned last week that they had been selected as the recipients of the land and homes and couldn't be more excited! They visited their future home sites for the first time yesterday and were honored with a celebration at The Bridges Golf Club. Bluegreen Communities CEO, Dan Koscher, presented the families with "Future Home Of" signs on their lots and welcomed them into The Bridges community. The Wilson and Hornaday families toured the property and checked out all that their new home has to offer including a Fred Couples Signature Golf Course, first-class equestrian center, and a 24-acre fishing and canoeing lake, among other amenities. For more information on The Bridges at Preston Crossings, visit www.bridgestexas.com.

Bluegreen Communities Providing Homes to War Heroes

bluegreencommunities — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 15:29:53 +0000

Bluegreen Senior VP of Operations Stephen Davis, Bluegreen President/CEO Dan Koscher, Katie and Sergeant Levi Wilson, Sergeant First Class Alan Hornaday, Bluegreen Marketing Specialist Kristi Robinson and The Bridges Sales Manager Brenda Kinsey. The two families were presented with the floor plans for their new custom homes to be built in Bluegreen's community, The Bridges at Preston Crossings in Gunter, TX.

Bluegreen Communities is pleased to announce our participation in Operation FINALLY HOME, an organization that honors wounded and disabled veterans as well as widows of fallen soldiers with new homes. Please join us for a celebration ceremony with leaders from the city of Gunter to honor two veterans and their families who will receive an estate lot at The Bridges at Preston Crossings and a new home designed by RDGS Architects and built by Classic Custom Homes. The first two families to be honored include war heroes Sergeant First Class Alan Hornaday and his wife, Sheila, as well as Sergeant Levi Wilson, Jr. and his wife, Katie. Sergeant First Class Hornaday is a veteran of the U.S. Army who sustained injuries in Baghdad in 2004 and Sergeant Wilson is a U.S. Army veteran who was also injured in Iraq in early 2008. Bluegreen Communities will continue this initiative in Spring 2011 when three more veterans and their families will also be honored with lots and new homes at The Bridges. Event Details: WHEN: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. WHERE: The Bridges Golf Club at The Bridges at Preston Crossings, 2400 Fred Couples Drive, Gunter, Texas 75078. Guests will have the opportunity to meet with these inspiring families as well as past program recipients. Attendees will be treated to lunch and tours of the property including the golf course and equestrian center. To RSVP for the ceremony, e-mail social@bluegreenland.com.

Visit the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum

bluegreencommunities — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 14:44:47 +0000

This week we've been talking about all the amazing things you can do in Bryan-College Station by our community King Oaks and we've got another exciting attraction for you. Experience the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum where you will discover George Bush's fascinating story filled with adventure, courage, dedication and service. The Museum's exhibits reveal the unique influences and challenges that shaped George Bush's life and presidency. The facility contains 43 million pages of documents, two million photographs, thousands of sound and video recordings and other volumes of information documenting the life and career of President Bush. Located on Texas A&M University's campus in College Station, Texas, the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum is just minutes from our King Oaks community.

Experience Messina Hof Winery!

bluegreencommunities — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:46:47 +0000

Make your destination the "Wine Country of Texas" and stop by Messina Hof Winery. Visitors can enjoy this peaceful property by strolling through the vineyard, touring the grounds and just relaxing with a glass of wine. Experience all that Messina Hof has to offer by visiting The Vintage House Restaurant for delectable bites paired with award-winning wines or spending the night at The Villa Bed and Breakfast. Located in Bryan, Texas, Messina Hof Winery is just minutes from our King Oaks community.

New Braunfels, Texas: Full of Family Fun!

bluegreencommunities — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 22:22:57 +0000

Tucked in to the Texas hill country is beautiful New Braunfels, Texas. This quaint town is the perfect place to raise a family. As home to two of our master-planned communities, Vintage Oaks at the Vineyard and Havenwood at Hunters Crossing, we've discovered tons of fun attractions for the whole family to enjoy. Check out these great places to discover:

Landa Park: Swim in the spring-fed pool, picnic under the oaks, ride in a paddle boat or even take a 15 minute trip in a mini-train!
McKenna Children's Museum: Spend the day exploring, learning and stimulating your children's minds as they discover a world of creativity. Exhibits include: Lend-A-Hand Ranch, the Grocery Store, Outside the Lines Art Studio, the Tot Spot, Destination Space and many more!
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort: Have fun in the sun at this kid-friendly water playground! You can enjoy miles of tube chutes, endless rivers and uphill water coasters.
Animal World & Snake Farm: For the animal lover in the family, a visit to this unique and fascinating animal facility is the perfect choice. Experience the wild at this home to over 500 animals!
Historic Town of Gruene: In neighboring Gruene, TX, you and your family can experience the charm of this historic town or go swimming, wading, tubing and rafting on the Guadalupe River.

Realtors: Earn 6% Referral Fees

bluegreencommunities — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 23:20:24 +0000

Bluegreen Communities is committed to preserving lifelong relationships with realtors. If you haven't heard about it already we have a program called Agent Express that is just for you. Agent Express is a fast, easy and free way to earn generous referral fees while you expand your sales area. Agent Express gives you access to thousands of Bluegreen homesites across the country. You can earn 6% referral fees on your protected leads and get professional marketing support. Sign up today and start earning fees fast. For more information on Agent Express click here.

5 Easy Steps Toward ‘Green’ Living

bluegreencommunities — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:37:48 +0000

At Bluegreen Communities, we pride ourselves in our company-wide green initiatives that work toward improving quality of life for our children and grandchildren. While the concept of "going green" may feel overwhelming at a glance, we understand that small steps make a difference and that individual contribution will lead to an environmentally-responsible future.

To enlighten our friends and family in the community, we've highlighted five easy steps toward green living:

Purchase eco-friendly indoor cleaning supplies- Did you know? All-purpose cleaners commonly cause indoor pollution and allergies. Find an eco-friendly cleaner for your indoor spills that is effective and safe.
Clothe your table in organic - Don't limit yourself just to organic food! Make a statement by decorating your table with eco-friendly cloth.
Recycle- You can recycle appliances, batteries and even ink jet cartridges. Have an old pair of reading glasses? You can recycle those, too!
Give your bathroom a makeover- With a room that houses the shower and toilet, you can bet that this location might need a water consumption overhaul. Invest in low-flow toilets and showerheads to reduce water usage.
The Green Pet- Even your four-legged friend can join in! Explore eco-friendly options that help monitor your pet's diet, skin care and flea treatment.

To learn more about living "green", visit National Geographic's The Green Guide.

View Our “Building Your Dream Home” Seminar

bluegreencommunities — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 22:08:27 +0000

This past Saturday our Lake Ridge at Joe Pool Lake community hosted a Build on Your Lot seminar to discuss valuable money saving tips and insights when building your dream home. The standing room only event featured an expert panel of architects and builders. Guests were treated to lunch, great conversation and tours of the property. Stay tuned for more free workshops and seminars! To watch the event, click here.

Bluegreen Communities Featured in San Antonio Business Journal

bluegreencommunities — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:00:06 +0000

Our Vintage Oaks at the Vineyard and Havenwood at Hunters Crossing communities were featured in the recent issue of the San Antonio Business Journal. The article was titled, "Bluegreen Communities is High on Hill Country Housing Market." The article focused on the housing development of the New Braunfels area and quoted several representatives from Bluegreen. To view the full article click here.