The southern lifestyle evokes images of lazy afternoons spent on wide covered porches with the scent of orange blossom in the air, gazing out over marshy savannahs. Life in the new South offers this and much, much more. Therealestatehomeguide.com’ selection of southern neighborhoods showcases classic southern living and traditional architecture complemented with every modern amenity. To accommodate the warm, humid air of Southern climates, houses of the south are sprawling and airy with tall ceilings, large front porches, usually built of wood. A wrap–around porch provides shade during the heat of the day. Pitched or gabled roofs are usually medium or shallow in height, often with dormers.
The Southern states contain wonderfully varied terrain. Explore the glorious mountain regions where mountain–view homes feature stunning long range views abound or discover marsh front communities along the coastal plains where boating and fishing are favorite pastimes. And with the milder climate found in the South, golfers can enjoy the wonderful diversity and extraordinary quality of southern golf courses and resorts.
No longer strictly agriculture based, the American South offers exciting cities and urban lifestyles for all tastes. Over the last few decades, southern cities like Atlanta, Richmond, Nashville, Raleigh, Charlotte, Jacksonville, Birmingham, Dallas, and Houston have experienced an economic boom– becoming an important part of the “New South.” Major corporate headquarters can be found in these cities, with Atlanta being the third largest city in the country to have the most Fortune 500 headquarters. The North Carolina Triangle and the Huntsville, Alabama regions are home to two of the three largest research parks in the world.
Yes sir, you will be saying “y’all” and eating banana puddin’ before you even know it the South Carolina southern living will take you and make you theirs. The Live Oak at Battery Creek community has the capacity to lure you into the large plantation homes with huge oak trees, draped with Spanish moss, and make you feel you are in a place only dreams are made of. The tranquility of southern living communities has to be felt, it cannot be described. You notice the hospitality and kindness along with the beauty of nature which makes for a perfect union of body and environment. Come and take in the life style and what it can do for your soul. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now! View More Photos & InfoIn the heart of Central Florida, at the Legacy of Leesburg you are immersed in an old Southern Community. Here you’ll enjoy a life at a slower pace where you can take time to get to know people and develop new friends and discover Southern hospitality. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoLocated in the rolling hills of the Piedmont in North Carolina, Sunset Point offers residents the peace and tranquility of a traditional southern community. Homesites are planned to encourage neighborhood gatherings. The clubhouse offers a pool, fitness center and tennis courts and High Rock Lake is ideal for boating, sailing, and jet skis. And the beautiful sunsets speak for themselves. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoSouthern Living can be defined as the luxury homes built in neighborhoods along Lake Wylie at Chapel Cove. Homeowners are encouraged to visit on their porches, meet friends on the walking trails and enjoy the multitude of activities afforded residents. Homes are custom built with owner’s choice of amenities. Large lots allow privacy yet neighborhood pocket parks create meeting places for neighbors. Lake Wylie is just a short distance from the south’s “Queen” city, Charlotte, North Carolina (NC) and is easily accessible by Interstate. Days at Chapel Cove are enjoyed at a leisurely pace only found in the South. Residents can choose between swimming, tennis and fitness classes at Wildwood Park or canoeing, kayaking or boating on Lake Wylie without worrying about a schedule. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoEnjoy the slow, relaxed pace of a southern community built along the quiet streams and tucked into the mountains of southern North Carolina (NC). Glen Laurel has homes with large porches to enjoy gorgeous mountain views, trails to walk among the wild flowers and an amphitheater providing music and drama. Offering only 250 homesites, homes, planners have built a traditional southern community with a focus enjoying life. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoCoastal North Carolina (NC) provides homeowners with the relaxed lifestyle traditional to southern living. Passage Point at Echo Farms developed minutes from historic Wilmington, North Carolina (NC) was designed to accentuate a slower way of life that appreciates wooded nature trails and greens spaces. Condominiums were designed with balconies, crown molding and high ceilings reminiscent of traditional southern homes. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoBroad River Highlands is situated in the charming Carolina (NC) mountain town of Boiling Springs, North Carolina where you can enjoy the best of real southern living. Explore the nearby community’s selection of unique restaurants, charming shops, beautiful homes, and exciting outdoor adventures. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoThe Promenade and The Oaks can be your new home base for all of your Lake Guntersville adventures. This Alabama (AL) lakefront community provides the best of southern living with estate sized homesites and 100% complete amenities including marinas, boat slips, community clubhouse and much, much, more. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoOffering an idyllic setting along the banks of the Appomattox River, Cameron’s Landing provides a southern living atmosphere with beautiful views and lush natural surroundings. This Virginia (VA) waterfront community is located near Fort Lee and the richly historic city of Richmond, VA. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoAt Meadowville Landing, the living is easy along the beautiful James River, with a collection of luxury Virginia (VA) custom homes and homesites that reflect refined southern living at its best. Enjoy the proximity to the city of Richmond and experience the rich history and unique culture of northern Virginia. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoThe Highlands blends relaxed southern living and rich colonial charm with the opportunity to purchase your golf course, wooded or lakefront Virginia (VA) homesite now and build your custom home later. Situated on 2,500 acres, this master-planned golf course community showcases the finest in Virginia living. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoIn the heart of central Tennessee (TN), discover authentic southern living at the magnificent Long Branch Lakes equestrian community at Fall Creek Falls. Find the relaxed lifestyle you have been seeking with spacious estate homesites and a complete range of completed community amenities. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoIn the heart of western North Carolina mountain country, you’ll discover the ultimate in southern living at Chestnut Flats Preserve, a private mountain community of estate sized parcels covering 900 pristine acres. Realize your dream of owning true ridge top real estate with long range view of the Great Smoky Mountains. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoHave you ever wondered why Tampa, Florida southern living communities have so much to be proud of? The answer is clearly and surely shown in the Grand Hampton community. The charm, yet sophistication speaks well and clearly this is not an everyday, non descript area. Far from it, you have so very many avenues of adventure to be yourself and do you own thing, but also you can choose to participate in some of the club programs, which draws everyone together in an atmosphere of socialization and relaxation You may even learn to say "y'all" without thinking of it first. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoIf you ever thought of living in any of our southern living communities, you have found the right one. Nowhere else could compare with the Reserve at Savannah Harbour. The old trees, the riverfront, the history of the area, the aged buildings all combine to create a life of its own. You will love the low country homes and restaurants. The activities are many, with golfing, swimming, tennis, on the main list; you will have fun with just relaxing and reading a book. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoCan you keep secrets? It will be difficult once you experience true Tennessee southern living communities. Ocoee Mountain Club will show you how wonderful that life can be. Activities are numerous, golfing, fishing, white water rafting, picnics, horseback riding, hiking, and on and on. Then the small town, and the crafts, and baking, and shopping, and talking It is wonderful, the safe feeling of friends, and family will make you happy as the sun sets over the Blue Ridge Mountains. Come for a visit and stay for a life time. ° ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoPrivate, peaceful spaces, where you live in the midst of the natural setting provided by Mother Nature, is the beautiful area known as Grandview Peaks. When you are in the mountains you are smack dab in the middle of prime North Carolina southern living communities. Neighbors may not be close, but close enough to invite you to a fish fry and ski trip, and help when you are in need. ° ° °
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