An important recent trend in the development of neighborhoods is the focus on protecting the environment and employing “green” building practices. Community developers have utilized new techniques for clearing and preparing the land while preserving as much of the natural habitat as possible. New home builders who specialize in “green building” practices are constructing more energy efficient homes and using eco-friendly materials- all with the goal of minimizing the impact on the surrounding environment. Master-planned communities in all regions of the country are now featuring green spaces where buyers enjoy the preserve-view property and the knowledge that their community is helping to preserve the land it’s built upon.
‘Conservation development’ is an approach for development that seeks to protect and preserve natural resources from the impacts of development. Homes, roads, and infrastructure are clustered together, allowing the most sensitive ecological and natural features to be protected in perpetuity. Typically, each homeowner has access to all of the open space areas, which are permanently preserved by a conservation easement -a restrictive covenant forbidding any type of development at any time in the future. The community’s developer benefits from the lower infrastructure costs and the homeowners can benefit from a greater sense of community and access to acres of protected land to be preserved forever. This style of environmentally sensitive planning can also protect against flooding, protect wildlife habitats and preserve water quality.
Another common form of conservation is known as ‘sustainable development’, which combines conservation development and low impact development to consider how sites and buildings affect natural resources and the surrounding environment. An example of a sustainable development project would include energy-efficient homes and the use of recycled and non-toxic materials in construction.
See how nature’s beauty can be preserved and enjoyed responsibly at Therealestatehomeguide.com’ collection of environmentally sensitive neighborhoods.
Little Satilla Island is an exclusive, breathtaking refuge of just seven extraordinary waterfront properties. These private island estates range from 2+ to 3+ acres and each one features direct, deep–water frontage on the preserved marshes of Little Satilla River. Accessible only by a private bridge, Little Satilla Island is just minutes from I–95 near the coastal Georgia’s legendary Golden Isles. °
Send Me Free Information Now! View More Photos & InfoSet along north Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains is Cadence, an equestrian community thoughtfully developed on 450 acres of countryside ideally suited for owning horses. Homesites range in size from 1 ¼ to 5 acre estates within unique settings, village style cottage homes and larger estates– both surrounded by the community’s many paddocks and pastures. Located in Blue Ridge, Georgia, just 2 hours north of Atlanta and near the border to Tennessee and North Carolina. °
View More Photos & InfoExperience the finest of the golf and yacht club lifestyle at Grand Harbor with its newly completed Davis Love III designed 18 hole golf course and a world–class lakefront Yacht Club. Located on 400 rolling acres along Lake Greenwood, Grand Harbor offers a selection lakeside, golf view or wooded interior lots ranging in size from ¼ acre to 1 acre estate parcels. Discover this magnificent community and see for yourself– this is where you belong! °
View More Photos & InfoSoutheast Georgia’s fabulous Golden Isles are renowned for their natural beauty, outdoor lifestyles and prestigious amenities. Bridge Point at Jekyll Sound showcases the best of the Golden Isles, thoughtfully set along marshland and creeks, it features a remarkable selection of homesites available marshfront, marshview, and along the nature preserve. Located close to I–95 near Brunswick, Georgia and within easy reach of Jacksonville. °
View More Photos & InfoDiscover that hard to find relaxed lifestyle and tight–knit community on the tranquil western shore of Lake Norman at Sailview. This private lakefront development will win you over with its exquisite setting and wonderful neighbors. Located in rural Lincoln County, but very near to the fast growing Charlotte metropolitan area. °
View More Photos & InfoSecluded in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains is a mountain retreat where the views are spectacular and the stresses of the day melt away. The place is Grand Highlands at Bearwallow Mountain, a private gated community located just 20 minutes east of Asheville and 20 minutes northeast from Hendersonville. Gorgeous homesites are available from one to three acres. °
View More Photos & InfoIf you prefer to be surrounded by hardwood forests and seek serenity and privacy, Mount Wilderness has the pristine setting for your dream mountain home. An intimate community of just 74 carefully selected 2 to 5 acre homesites, this Blue Ridge Mountain neighborhood is ideally located between the charming towns of Cashier and Sylva in western North Carolina. °
View More Photos & InfoLocated between Charleston and Georgetown on the beautiful Sampit River is where you will find Harmony a newly developed southern coastal town where small businesses, shops, and family homes co–exist in a tranquil neighborhood. With our controlled access entrance, your family will be safe; if you have children, they will roam freely and open their hearts to the splendor of this sanctuary. °
View More Photos & InfoLocated just minutes north of Santa Fe in Los Caminitos, an exclusive subdivision in the foothills above the Tesuque Valley, is Lot 74–C. °
View More Photos & InfoSituated along spectacular Clarks Hill / Thurmond Lake, Stillwater Coves offers a uniquely rewarding lakeside living experience.. Thoughtfully balanced within the nature that surrounds them, generously–sized homesites will afford residents secluded privacy and uncompromising natural beauty. °
View More Photos & InfoBeautiful land. Beautiful lake. Exceptional living. If you're looking for a lifestyle that is invigorating, relaxing, and rewarding all at the same time, you've found it. The Villages at Norris Lake represents a wonderful lakeside living opportunity that truly sets itself apart in quality, value and distinction. °
View More Photos & InfoLuxurious three story townhomes with gorgeous river and marsh views can be yours at Cumberland Palms in historic St. Marys, Georgia. This elegant, gated community offers private deep water access boat slips and is ideally located just minutes from I–95 and a short drive to Jacksonville International Airport as well as the renowned Golden Isles of Georgia’s southeast coast. °
View More Photos & InfoThe Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe, offers exceptional golf, outstanding fitness facilities and abundant recreational and cultural activities. Luxurious residences with magnificent architectural appointments and home sites with exquisite views provide a gracious way of living in one of the most picturesque sites of Southern California. Thoughtfully planned to preserve and enhance the natural beauty of the foothills of San Diego with its gently rolling hills, lakes and dramatic terrain. °
View More Photos & InfoToscana Country Club, a private gated community will be home to 620 distinctive luxury residences, meticulously planned to feature rich early Californian design traditions. Two exceptional Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf courses are thoughtfully molded into the breathtaking landscape with the stunning backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Indulge in the exquisite pleasures of opulent club amenities at this secluded resort destination and redefine your expectations of luxury living and style, while rejuvenating body and soul. °
View More Photos & InfoThe rugged desert beauty of the Tucson Mountains and Saguaro National Monument West provide the stunning backdrop for Starr Pass Country Club'spa. Championship golf, tennis, hiking, biking and sparkling pools as well as restaurants and a relaxing spa are at your doorstep. Only minutes away from the diverse culture of Tucson city, nature lovers can escape to enjoy the ultimate lifestyle at the finest Marriott Resort. Homes and homesites with spectacular views available. °
View More Photos & InfoLocated in the dramatic natural setting of the Sonora Desert, Superstition Mountain Golf and County Club is a private community perfectly planned to make the most of this picturesque tranquil setting. A highly acclaimed residential environment amidst this unforgettable natural beauty offers a wide variety of home sites and homes which are enhanced by superbly planned lush landscaping and two championship golf courses, developed by the world class Nicklaus signature design team. °
View More Photos & InfoWaterman's Bluff, on the site of a 19th century Northeast Florida plantation, is a neighborhood of bright water, oak canopies, winding roads and handsome views. Classic homes have tin roofs, broad porches and picket fences. Amenities range from a private marina to a community pool. An ancient fishing village, sparkling beaches and the city of Jacksonville are all nearby.
Take a closer look at Waterman's Bluff. It can be your neighborhood, your heritage, your home.
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