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The Preserve at Boulder Hills Private Club & Residences

By Todd Corayer

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Outdoor Living

3 Steps to Outdoor Living

By Steve Gaklis

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Celebrating One Year of Play Dates

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SPRING AHEAD Winter can be a long arduous season with Nor’easters dumping piles of snow at our doorsteps. Each year we turn our clocks back in the fall which makes for less light at day’s end and more light at each day’s beginning. This year marks the 100-year anniversary of Daylight Saving Time which was originally created for saving money on fuel and to make the most of daylight hours. For most of us it takes two to three weeks to adjust to the time change as it throws off our circadian rhythm, our internal body clock. Over 67 % of the U.S. population agrees that DST is unnecessary and should be eliminated.

On March 10th, we will once again “Spring Ahead” and transform early morning daylight to later day light that allows us all more productive time outdoors. It is a time for yard cleaning, fertilizing, and planning for another spring season which is just a few weeks away. Of all the seasons, spring represents change, a new beginning, a new plan for our lives, and our homes-inside and out. As the last of the region’s Home Shows wind down for another year, we are full of fresh new ideas for change and transformation for our lives and living spaces.

As the days get longer, our homes and lives open up to a whole new world of possibilities and activities. More than ever, our outdoor areas at our homes have become seasonal extensions of our spaces for living and entertaining. There is nothing better than time outdoors with family and friends in the spring and summer in New England.

It’s time to let your imagination lead you to the endless possibilities for color, style and design of your next home project. It’s time to bring the outdoors in and the indoors out. Happy Spring!

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The Preserve at Boulder Hills PRIVATE CLUB & RESIDENCES

By Todd Corayer

This is land like no other.

Awaiting you inside the gates, The Preserve Club & Residences offers all that nature provides with endless opportunities for sporting enthusiasts.

19-Station Sporting Clays Course

3500 rolling, wooded acres of open space easily removes you from a

mission continues today.

Set alongside the busy I-95 corridor

NYC, The Preserve is a draw for many

families, and sports figures find privacy

out-of-state member owners that now

and security and a sense of serenity.

busy life to privacy and luxury where

is this private place that few Rhode

happily call Rhode Island their home.

centuries old dry stacked stone walls

Islanders know exists. Located just

With a sprawling campus of unspoiled

nity at the Preserve, Developer Paul

stand as evidence of man’s toils to till

25 minutes from Providence, an hour

landscapes, The Preserve is also a nat-

Mihailides, a sportsman and Rhode Is-

and plant, to imagine and create. That

from Boston, and 2.5 hours from

ural sanctuary where celebrities, CEOs,

land resident, is elevating Rhode Island

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“Our entire family are proud owners at The Preserve. Golf, fishing, shooting sports, snowmobiles, and some awesome food.

Lodge was super cozy, and the staff is top notch. By far the finest Range and Sporting Shoppe hands down!”

– Adam Vinatieri, NFL’s All Time Points Leader

Townhomes on The Green

real estate to another level, setting sales records monthly and creating

afforded by membership.

World-class championship golf

value for Preserve member residents.

on a gorgeous course designed by

Paul Mihailides describes, “close to

award-winning golf architect, Robert

highways, rail, and sea, with every

McNeil expands across long stretches

amenity available including the most

of hills and bends for ponds of

efficient airport, beautiful beaches,

rainbow trout. Mornings climbing

fishing seaports, restaurants, services

rock walls, fly-fishing, or soaring on

for food, medical, shopping, and all the

a zip line is followed by relaxing in

adventure New England has to offer.”

a hobbit hillside home magically

Private residences available at

carved into the earth, on the deck

the Preserve include eleven new

of a yurt or a tall tree house, all with

elegant townhomes offering gourmet

concierge service. As winter eases

kitchens, vaulted ceilings, in-home

off the calendar, clay tennis, croquet

elevators, and integrated garages.

and paddle courts will return to life,

Red cedar trimmed two, three- and

surrounding a new spa facility with

four-bedroom custom homes are

its handsome pool house. Some fifty

built with wide plank wood floors,

miles of trails for cross country skiing

first floor master suites, and stone

are losing their white blanket, open-

fireplaces. The stunning Hilltop Lodge

ing the way for warm days of hiking,

has 19 luxurious, one-level condomin-

horseback riding, mountain biking,

iums, where nothing is overlooked,

riding ATV’s and hours of stargazing.

except the horizon out your windows.

The groomed green Scotch plaid of a

Everything begins with thoughtful

10,000 square foot putting green and

excavation and finishes with your

bocce court sit above the country’s

custom details. Selecting your special

longest indoor shooting range.

home now means pre-construction

Shooters are surrounded with

pricing and time to build your dreams

unsurpassed choices including an

into the quintessential base camp

indoor range renowned as America’s

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longest, and a newly expanded and

comfort while you improve your clay

colonial Kingston and its high-speed

naments and fine dining is a ferry ride

challenging world-class sporting clays

shooting skills with over 250 different

rails, the finest beaches in our 400

away; closer by charter boat to the

course with post and beam covered

shot presentations. All is comple-

miles of shoreline, Newport mansions,

storied fishing grounds. New England

decks. Five stands, and archery ranges

mented by The Sporting Shoppe,

Cliff Walk, fishing, sailing and dining.

has so much to offer; The Preserve

border tall sorghum fields where

outfitted for your outdoor needs.

Members are just minutes from walk-

Club & Residences is the heart of all

Silenced by forests, Route 95 is

ing edges of salt pond, riding waves or

your adventures and dreams, and it all

pheasants hide and the newest amenity, the members’ Lookout Lodge

just minutes to the West. An easy

paddling kayaks. Block Island, treas-

starts with your new home. For more

where overhead porch heaters assure

drive east on Route 138 takes you to

ured for its open beaches, fishing tour-

information visit ThePreserveRI.com

Fox Den Member Lounge

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Live The Lifestyle

Experience the Adventure

Club & Residences

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Life Changing Products 2019

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Simple Human Trash Can. Before long, we’ll talk directly to everything in the kitchen, including the trash can.

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Smarter Fridge Camera.

up some incredible applications,

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Frank Webb Home

Come See the Beauty in Motion Mobile Experience at Home Show Foxboro

At Frank Webb Home, the bath,

replaced by stunning furniture

Building or remodeling with

With friendly, knowledgeable

kitchen and lighting showrooms

pieces that set the style for a very

beautiful, accessible living prod-

showroom consultants, who are

of F.W. Webb, it’s a pleasure when

personalized room. The interiors

ucts benefits every member of the

never on commission, and working

our passion for quality products

include flexible storage compart-

family, adds value to your house,

displays that help make selecting

becomes part of the home design

ments, electrical outlets, and more.

and may allow you to stay in your

just the right products easier, Frank

process. Our team is seeing sever-

home for the rest of your life.

Webb Home offers inspiration and

al wonderful trends, and display-

architectural, elegant, and relax-

Handheld showers, lever-handle

guidance for your next project.

ing products in our showrooms

ing with the sculptural design of

bath faucets, and touch fixtures

We invite you to visit one of our

to help homeowners transform

freestanding tubs. From acrylic to

in the kitchen offer ease of use

43 showrooms across the Northeast,

bathrooms and kitchens.

metal to hand-crafted solid surface

for any age. Curbless showers are

including 14 in Massachusetts. Learn

materials, these tubs make a state-

being reimagined for the most

more and find your closest show-

ment in any bathroom.

exquisite designer projects.

room at frankwebb.com.

The traditional vanity, with its cabinet base and toe kick, is being

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At All

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Come meet the Frank Webb Home team at the New England Home Show in Foxboro.

Tour the Beauty in Motion mobile experience, a showcase of leading bath and kitchen products from American Standard, DXV, and Grohe, all available through Frank Webb Home showrooms. #SHOWcased

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3 STEPS

TO OUTDOOR

LIVING

By Steve Gaklis

“Outdoor space is a joy to live in, but getting to that level of joy can often be an exasperating and difficult process. Part of that process is designing and building your outdoor living space. The process also involves designing and building around your outdoor living space. What to do?

Online searches yield endless information on sites and sources for ideas and inspiration; so, start with a plan:

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1. Know your knowledge

2. Know your limits

3. Know your budget

Understand what you’re goal is and where to

So many of us imagine building it ourselves

Everyone has a budget, and if you don’t, you’re

find the information to achieve your goal. In

because we’re all part of the DIY generation,

name is likely Rockefeller. Know your budget by

other words, ask around because knowledge

right? Think again! The immediate admira-

following steps 1 and 2, and when you know your

is more than the internet. Friends, family and

tion and deification others may express when

budget, stick with it. So many landscape contractors

even your local pharmacist will likely have more

you’re done may turn to indignation and ridi-

confidently tell you your project cost will be $10,000

information than you if they’ve been through

cule shortly after as lounge chairs slide swiftly

or $30,000 without blinking an eye. And when you

the process. Don’t hesitate to ask. And if you’re

off a leaning deck. While clearing a site and/

blink your eyes with incredulity, they walk away in an

driving through your own neighborhood or a new

or setting stone look easy and inexpensive on

imagined huff. Don’t be dissuaded! It’s a game they

neighborhood, don’t hesitate to knock when you

every DIY TV program, there’s a large probabil-

play with those who don’t know their knowledge

see an outdoor space that catches your eye. The

ity you may need professional help during or

and don’t know their limits. Your goal is to build

knowledge you may gain from a simple knock on

shortly after construction begins. Know your

a beautiful, functional and lasting outdoor living

the door when a stone color or structure stops

limits - setting stone, aligning timbers and/or

space. It’s not your responsibility to put their kids

you may be priceless.

designing landscapes is difficult, back-breaking

through private school!

and often better left to the professionals if your project is complex.

This information is a broad guide for those who are new to outdoor living. When your space is complete, the joy will be endless, and you will wonder why it took you so long to plan and decide, but the level of your joy will be proportional to the amount of planning and analysis incorporated into your decision

Steve Gaklis comes from 3 generations of family business in horticultural distribution. He is the owner of Nursery Direct, one of the largest horticultural distributors in the Northeast and gardenUP.com, an innovative online platform for landscape design, delivery, and installation. Steve is also an academic in entrepreneurial approaches to succession at Babson College.

Natural Stone:

The Original Building Material THE MOST POPULAR NEW BUILDING MATERIAL MAKES THE MOST SENSE

Building material suppliers and manufacturers of the last 100 years have introduced countless innovations in wood, concrete, block, plastic, metal, aggregate and many other building products and materials for use in indoor and outdoor building solutions. It seems almost yearly there is some new amazing material that outlasts and outperforms and is the newest craze. Most of these products are expensive, contribute greatly to our environmental footprint and in the long run require replacement or repair over time. There is only one building material that outperforms, outlasts and is the most permanent solution in building and construction and that quite simply is the oldest, Stone!

Natural Stone Stone is immensely popular, partly because it has countless applications.

It Ages Beautifully

Low Environmental Impact

Arguably, stone looks better

Stone has many “green� char-

A Low Maintenance Material Stone needs very little

From commercial construction like

with age. Stone retains its natural

acteristics that few materials can

maintenance or upkeep once

buildings and bridges to backyard

beauty and has an extremely long

match. No energy is needed to man-

it is used in building. Even

DIY projects like garden walls and

lifespan and stone can look as stun-

ufacture stone, only for quarrying

decades-old stone can be

pathways, stone has earned its place

ning after a hundred years as the

and processing. Stone contains no

polished and restored with

as a time-tested resource.

day it was installed.

pollutants, releases no chemicals.

minimal cost.

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e to

3’

There’s little that bothers stone

two miles of ice & snow covered all of the Northeast. As it began melt-

and it can last almost forever. It’s

ing, the dramatic coastal regions of

resistant to pests, doesn’t rot, and

New England were formed and an

is fireproof. Many natural stone

abundance of amazing geological

floors and countertops can last for

granite, quartz and limestone in a

decades and show no wear.

wide variety of textures and colors

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Durable and Resistant

Little Compton, RI

was left behind. In coastal Rhode

A Sustainable Product In the past few years stone build-

Island, great deposits of granite were formed along the Sakonnet

ing has experienced a renaissance

River from Tiverton, south to Little

in commercial and residential

Compton. The granite is pink in

applications. You can build it once if

color to grey/ fawn foliations and

you use stone or build it again and

generally, coarse in grain. It is with

again with less durable materials.

this stone that most of the beautiful stone walls and structures in

Geology & Geography One of the most interesting properties of Stone is its geological and geographical variation. Formations

this region are built.

Sakonnet Stone Our team will provide you with

of rock and stone differ by color, stri-

some of the most unique stone in

ation, size and shape, depending on

New England. These richly colored

the bedrock formations it is derived

and textured stone beds are now

from. Great glaciers, miles high, cov-

available for walls, patios, resi-

ered the earth during the Ice Ages.

dential and commercial building

They were responsible for not only

and historic restoration projects.

• NATURAL MOSS AND LICHEN COVERED GRANITE • NEW ENGLAND CAP STONES • SEAWALL STONES

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• BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE STONES

Tiverton and Little Compton are

but also dragged vast amounts of

known for some of the most beau-

rock and stone forming rich stone

tiful stone walls anywhere in new

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After the seller has accepted your offer, a licensed inspection of the home as been completed, your loan is being finalized, and you can see the finish line — there is still one more (often forgotten) step in your home buying journey. Have complete confidence in your purchase and ensure that your sale closes on time by taking a final walkthrough of the home.

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completed by a licensed professional,

Furthermore, remember that

aspects of the property in detail. Con-

Home buying is a major purchase,

the home’s condition can still change.

inspections focus on the safety and

sider anything you may have discussed

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This is especially true for homes that

compliance of the home per legal

with the selling party beforehand, and

the property prior to closing gives you

are currently vacant. Passing storms,

standards, and don’t routinely investi-

what expectations you may have about

a chance to review the home’s con-

and leaky faucets, for example, may

gate some of the other terms that your

the home and its condition.

dition and confirm that all requested

result in damage to the home that

contract may include.

repairs have been performed. Even

neither the buying or selling party is

though an inspection has already been

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• Exterior Damage – Walk around the out-

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side of the home to see if there is any damage

remove from the home yourself.

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landscaping for any potential drainage issues.

are patrolling each room, make sure that all of the light switches you find are functional.

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Homebuilders expect consumer confidence and demand to boost home renovation spending within the next two years, according to the National Association of Home Builders. In fact, NAHB predicts that remodeling spending for owner-occupied single-family homes will rise by 1.6% in 2019, followed by another 1.1% in 2020.

“Remodeler confidence continues to remain at a high level, as remodeling spending reached $172 billion in 2018,” NAHB Remodelers Chair Joanne Theunissen said, “Although there is steady consumer demand in all areas of the country, the biggest challenges continue to be the costs of labor and materials to meet the interest.”

The industry, like many in the country, grapples with affordability concerns, following taxing regulations that have hindered growth.

Notably, a new report from Houzz explains that although the remodeling industry is likely to have another successful year, many experts are proceeding with caution.

“Residential construction and design service professionals large and small have sustained a remarkable multi-year run with upper-single to double-digit revenue growth,” Houzz Principal Economist Nino Sitchinava said. “Based on

qualitative feedback, the recent deceleration in growth of construction services is likely a function of capacity constraints due to labor shortage, rather than a contracting demand.”

That being said, the most recent employment Situation Summary report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed construction jobs increased 52,000 in January, rising from 38,000 in December 2018.

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Mortgage rates fall to lowest level in a year

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Mortgage rates fell to their lowest level since early 2018, according to the latest Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.37% for the week ending Feb. 14, 2019, according to the survey, sliding from last week’s percentage. This week’s rate is slightly higher than last year’s rate of 4.38%.

“The combination of cooling inflation and slower global economic growth led mortgage rates to drift down to the lowest

levels in a year,” Freddie Mac Chief Economist Sam Khater said.

“While housing activity has clearly softened over the last nine months and the lingering effects of higher rates from last year are still being felt, lower mortgage rates and a strong job market should rekindle demand for the spring home buying season.”

The 15-year FRM averaged 3.81% this week, slightly retreating from last week’s 3.91%. Notably, this time last year, the 15-year FRM was 3.63%.

Lastly, the five-year Treasury-indexed hybrid adjustable-rate mortgage averaged 3.88%, inching backward from 3.91% the week before. Once again, the rate remains higher than this time in 2018, when it averaged 3.63%.

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Four Reasons Why People Attend Home Shows Home Shows are great opportunities for Planning & Inspiration

Gathering Inspiration Sure, Pinterest offers tons of interesting ideas for how to decorate your house, but New England Home Shows offers an up close and personal look at some of the hottest trends in the industry.

Comparison Shopping Many consumers are already aware of what kind of products they’re looking for, but they don’t want to have five different companies come out to their homes to do demonstrations. Attending a single home show allows you to compare products side by side as you visit each booth and experience them in person.

Meeting Contractors If you’re looking for a trustworthy and dependable crew to work on your home, a home improvement exhibition is a great place to meet contractors and ask questions. You will have an oppor-

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tunity to speak in a low-pressure environment while openly browsing their products.

Learning Something New Technology is changing rapidly, and so are our homes. New England Home Shows are a great place to learn about the latest gadgets that can turn your home into a comfortable retreat and see where the industry is headed in the future.

If you’re getting ready to move forward with a major project, now is the time to start meeting contractors and experimenting with their products in person so you can make the right decision when the time comes. Don’t rely on online reviews alone. Meet the contractors for yourself and choose the one that is best suited to your needs. To learn more about New England Home Shows in Your Area go to newenglandhomeshows.com

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Seaside & Mountainside

Golf Course Living IN NEW ENGLAND There are few places in the world that are like this special place we call New England. Six unique states grouped together in the Northeast to make up the only region in our country that has a specific identity. Much like central Europe, New England’s cities, shorelines, mountains and Islands are all easily accessible by car.

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Like Cape Cod, Northern New England is also a very popular destination for vacation homes and second homes.

Golf in New England is as diverse as anywhere in the world with seaside links, parkland courses, historic courses, and dramatic mountain golf resorts and communities for living. In this all New England Fairways Lifestyle review, we are going to focus on Cape Cod golf course living and some of northern New England’s spectacular 4-season golf course communities.

Cape Cod is just over 60 miles long and in places barely 1 mile wide, but it is home to over 3 dozen golf courses and some of the finest golf course communities in the Northeast. Small New England seaside towns make up most of the communities on Cape Cod which offer spectacular year-round living. Cape Cod extends

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well out into the Atlantic Ocean at the northern turn of the Gulf Stream making for a long fall season and in most years, the only winter golf in New England.

Summer on Cape Cod is simply magnificent and the season brings out the best in golf, beach life, and social gatherings. For many year-round residents, it is spring and fall that makes living on Cape Cod so special.

Like Cape Cod, Northern New England is also a very popular destination for vacation homes and second homes. The mountains offer 4 seasons of spectacular living, especially for those who enjoy winter sports.

New England is one of the few places in the world where you can play 18 holes of golf and go downhill

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skiing both in the same weekend. Resort and golf course communities in Northern New England offer truly spectacular golf with dramatic elevation changes, lush spring and summer conditions, and challenging layouts and designs. Northern New England golf course communities offer all-season activities from golf to skiing, zip-lining, mountain biking, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, and beautiful fall foliage.

New England is a very special place that many families and retirees prefer over warmer southern living locations for second homes. There is a new trend today of reverse migration of snowbirds who just miss everything that New England has to offer in every season.

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Seaside Living Cape Cod One of the Cape’s finest and most elegant communities, Willowbend offers 27-holes of championship golf, a comprehensive tennis facility with the only stadium court on the Cape, unparalleled fitness and recreational facilities, pools, and three venues for dining and enjoyment.

Whether you’re looking to build the custom home of your dreams, select an existing luxury home, villa or townhome, you will find it all here.

The club has built a history of excellence for Cape Cod golf community living that is second to none. The Willowbend community has homesites from the $200’s, Seaside Homes from the $800’s, Townhomes from the $900’s and Condo’s from the $700’s. willowbendcapecod.com

Willowbend, Mashpee, MA

Part of a gated community in Sandwich, Cape Cod’s oldest town, The Ridge Club features an 18-hole, par-71 championship golf course, a 40,000 sqft clubhouse offering upscale and casual dining, two Har-Tru tennis courts and a swimming complex.

The Ridge Club Community is comprised of over 180 homes, townhomes and condominiums that surround the golf course property. The Ridge Club is one of the first gated communities on Cape Cod and was acquired by upscale Club Corp out of Dallas, Texas. Homes and condominiums at the Ridge Club are available in the $300’s clubcorp.com/Clubs/The-Ridge-Club

The Ridge Club, Sandwich, MA

New Seabury is an upscale, resort golf course community situated on over 1,500 acres of land bordering Nantucket Sound. There are two 18-hole championship golf courses, a 42,000 sqft clubhouse, a tennis pavilion with 16 courts, a complete fitness center, beach and cabana club with oceanfront pool. There is dining at the Club at New Seabury, The Popponesset Inn, The Sand Wedge, The Lure Raw Bar, and The Athletic Club Café. The property offers various ‘neighborhoods’ set amidst the country club setting of New Seabury. There are presently 1,300+/- homes, with an additional 350+/homes under development. Cottages from the $500’s and homes from 1 Million. newseabury.com

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Mountainside Living in Northern New England Meredith Bay is located in New Hampshire’s most pristine region with spectacular lake and mountain views of the Adirondacks and Lake Winnipesaukee. Amenities include full lake access with beach club and marina, swimming pool, fitness center, pavilion, walking trails, and tennis courts. Enjoy skiing and cross-country skiing at Gunstock Mountain just minutes away. There is incredible golf with lake and mountain views available at Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club, Waukewan Golf Club, Lake View Golf Club and Pleasant Ridge. Spectacular custom-built lake-view homes, townhomes and condominiums developed in small neighborhoods from $500’s. meredithbaynh.com

Meredith Bay, Lake Winnipesaukee, NH

The Owls Nest is a four-season luxury resort and community currently being re-imagined by its new ownership, LCJ Management, and now features New Hampshire’s only 18-hole Nicklaus Design golf course. The views are spectacular in every season from almost everywhere on the property. Amenities include miles of hiking and biking trails, the Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center, paddle tennis and pickleball, a 15-acre lake, and fly fishing the Pemigewasset River. For winter sports Waterville Valley, Loon Mountain, and Cannon Mountain are all located within 15-25 minutes from the resort. The masterplan for the Owl’s Nest is for a 200room hotel and up to 490 private homes, townhomes and condominiums from the $300’s. owlsnestresort.com

The Owls Nest, Thornton, NH Eastman is a thriving four-season golf and lake community in the scenic Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee region of west-central New Hampshire.

Two hours from Boston, Eastman encompasses more than 3,700 acres of environmentally protected woodlands with nature trails, an 18-hole championship golf course, a full-service community recreation center, and a s 345-acre lake with the Owls Nest Custom Homes six private beaches. This setting has attracted active, outdoor enthusiast, and families and retirees from diverse backgrounds who share a love of nature and a true sense of community. There are over 1000 single-family homes and over 325 condominiums of which nearly 50% are seasonal residents. Homes and condominiums from $150’s info@eastmannh.org eastmannh.org/category/amenities/

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Florida is The Top Choice for Retirees & Second Home Buyers

Ask for more Maureen Gobbi

By NEHL Staff

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Live on Vacation All Year! Cape Harbour 2nd fl unit with HARBOUR & MARINA views. 2 bd/2 bth, built 2004. Updated, wood cabinets, New stainless apps. All tile floors. Marina View residents enjoy their own heated pool/spa, grilling & entertainment area. 5706 Cape Harbour Dr #210 Cape Coral, FL 33914 Listed at $414,210 MLS# 216016476

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6081 Silver King Blvd #703 Cape Coral, FL 33914—$722,500 Tarpon Pointe Marina Condo—Captivating 3/3.5—Over 2,800 sqft —FURNISHED— Private &3 bd/2 enclosed Desirableelevator SW Cape Beauty! bth, 2003 “Good2Cents” built, 1,940 sq ft GULF ACCESS home w/Heated pool & spa car garage—2 master suites. Details abound: crown molding, on 56’ long screen enclosure & 37’ lanai w/Canal views. All City Granite counters, Wood cabinets Utilities & Marble accents.

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Country Club Charmer! 2nd fl corner unit, Furnished 2 bd/2bth, updated kitchen & baths, Wood floors, cathedral ceiling, screened patio w/views of lawn & gardens. 55 & over community w/large heated pool & clubhouse. 4213 Palm Tree Blvd #7 Cape Coral, FL 33904 Listed at $84,900 MLS# 216018231

In 2018 Florida led the away once again as the premier destination for retirees, with a net gain of just under 78,000 retirees. Weather, tax advantages, prices and diverse market areas to buy in are the largest contributing factors for buyers who are choosing Florida. Tax issues are number one with retirees and those purchasing second homes for future retirement. With no state tax, retirement account withdrawal tax, excise tax and attractive real estate tax breaks for homestead properties, there are huge tax savings in The Sunshine State.

Cape Coral, Florida a “Waterfront Wonderland” is once again a popular destination for retirees.

Last year Cape Coral ranked second while this year it ranked ninth. In total Cape Coral gained 949 retirees, with 1,926 immigrating and 977 emigrating. Cape Coral was also the second-biggest beneficiary of Florida’s growth in retirees.

Florida Housing Market 2019 The 2019 housing market pre#FairwaysLifestyle

dictions are for a 5% increase in Hidden Gem—South Ft Myers! Desirable 1st fl corner unit, Quiet, Tucked Away SE Location! Sunny SOUTHERN price here. So, in light of this good furnished 2 bd/2 bth. Rare assignable small Wooden Dock.

Exposure, GOLF COURSE Views of Hunters Run Executive Golf Course. 1,719 sq ft, 3 bd/2 bth, built 1998. Large Solar Park like w/large community pool,/spa, club room & tennis along news, the low prices in Florida are Heated Pool on 60’ patio. 312 SE 8th Ter Cape Coral, FL 33990 winding GULF ACCESS Creek. 15177 Park Side Dr #101 Ft Myers, FL 33908 Listed at $135,000 MLS# 216002278 Listed at $249,312 MLS# 216005683 even more attractive. The Florida Text P933536 to 85377 Text P932289 to 85377 housing market is looking good for 2019 as noted by Zillow’s in the yearly forecast. In 2018, prices rose, 15947 Tropical Breeze Drive listings rose, and a median price Fort Myers, FL 33908—$1,175,000 Welcome to Paradise! RIVER Views from this FURNISHED Move Right in! 1st fl corner unit, 2 bd/2 bth, “TURNKEY” of $255,000 tells us why many are Savona Bay—Coastal Dream 2nd home 2016.

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1 3/21/16 3:37 PM Orlando, and Jacksonville. Consumer 10601.26.4.Gobbi.indd confidence is high and demand for Florida fruit and vacations are high.

Florida Home Prices 2019 According to Zillow, home prices in Florida average $216,000 which is up 7.3% from last year.

They’re expected to rise more slowly in 2019 at 2.5%. By the 5703 Kensington Lp end of 2019, the average home Fort Myers, FL 33912—$349,000 price will be $221,000. That has Bell Tower Park — Totally UPDATED & UPGRADED Courtyard home. to look good to home sellers in 3 beds, 3 baths, 2 car attached garage Lake front w/Maple cabinetry w/self-closers, Natural Quartzite counters & LED lighting in kitchen & Boston and New York, as well as baths. Updated large paved & screened courtyard & patio. Two New A/C Canadian buyers in Toronto, who units, Rheem Split System w/Ultra violet light, crown molding, plantation shutters & Private cabana suite w/ French doors & efficiency kitchen. have home values that rival the highest in North America.

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Eat Here...

PROVIDENCE

PANE E VINO 365 Atwells Ave.

CASERTA PIZZERIA 121 Spruce St.

When Joseph DeQuattro first introduced Pane e Vino in 2002 he knew that its foundation had to be all about hospitality and comfort food, the foods that he grew up with. Fresh, simple & honest. They still create all of their dishes with a commitment to only using the freshest local ingredients, embracing the passion and values that he learned from his mother and grandmother throughout the years.

When you sit for dinner at Pane e Vino, you will most certainly feel like part of his family!

Trends come and go, but classic stands the test of time.

Hands down one of Providences most well-known restaurants, Capriccio distinguishes itself as classic defined - sophisticated, stylish and one of a kind. Carved out of the cellars of an historic Downtown Providence landmark in 1977, Capriccio has long been the standard for fine, white linen dining in this city renowned for its restaurants. From their elegant furnishings to the refinement of their menu, wines and service staff, Capriccio stands apart...classic, consistent, and always in style.

Since 1953, Caserta Pizza has been dedicated to serving customers the finest in traditional Italian pizza. Made fresh daily from only the finest ingredients, Caserta Pizza offers pizza unlike anything you have ever tasted. Caserta’s pizza is loaded with traditional Italian toppings and delicious, homemade sauce. What’s so special about Caserta, is that they only offer 5 toppings – the pizza speaks for itself!

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PROVIDENCE

J MARCEL 808 Hope St.

FROG AND TOAD 795 Hope St Opened 18 years ago, this special East Side neighborhood shop offers an ever-changing selection of affordable items from around the world, ranging from lovely and inspiring to odd and incredible, and featuring lots of locally-made goodness. You’ll find hand-knit sweaters, jewelry, handbags, throw rugs, pop culture odds and ends, locally-printed and designed graphic tees, Fair Trade handicrafts from around the globe, and much more. Frog and Toad also offers complimentary gift-wrapping and a staff that loves what they do.

A fashion forward, full service women’s boutique specializing in fashion forward clothing, locally made and costume jewelry, accessories, body care and gifts. Their locally owned boutique on the East Side has a small team, so they get to know you while you shop. They started selling shoes at the current location nearly 10 years ago. Since then they have moved into trend-lead apparel, handbags and jewelry for all ages, listening to customers, they provide clothing you won’t find elsewhere in Providence.

HOMESTYLE 229 Westminster St. Combining fine art, home furnishings and gifts for a uniquely enjoyable shopping experience, the overall aesthetic is modern and artful without being stark.

Vintage and organic pieces are sprinkled among the clean lines of classic contemporary and whimsical items. Art is an integral part of the environment. They give special attention to offering options that appeal to both men and women. They also have an extensive selection of cards and wrapping service to simplify and complete your gift-purchasing needs.

Britts Best Bites

The Top 5 Mexican Dishes to Order at

Scorpion Bar Foxboro

Anyone who knows me knows that I am a diehard fan of Mexican food.

Whether it’s chips and salsa, empanadas or a fast-food burrito – you can always count me in. Considering myself to be a connoisseur of the best Mexican food, you can trust that I have ventured to every Mexican restaurant I can find in Massachusetts, and, that I have most likely taste-tested everything on each menu.

About a year ago, I came across what

I cannot say enough great things about

is filled with an energetic, fun ambience.

you have food allergies like me, you

Once you sit down and open the

can attest to how big of a deal this is.

may be the best Mexican food of all

Scorpion Bar, but let’s start off with the

time, which is conveniently located at

atmosphere. As you first walk in, you are

menu, your mouth will immediately

what is now arguably considered the

stunned with the unique, modern take on

begin to water. For Mexican-food

dishes to choose from, sometimes it is

“shrine” of Massachusetts – Patriots

décor – somewhat of a cross between your

lovers, this menu is a dream come true

best to order a few different plates to split

Place. So, like a true New Englander,

favorite night club (which it truly is, on the

and has anything you could ever wish

between you and your friends or family.

after winning our sixth Superbowl I went

weekends) and the trendiest restaurant

to order. And, you can trust that there

Lucky for you, I have the five best dishes

straight to Gillette Stadium to celebrate,

you have ever been to. The lights are

is still a large variety of items to choose

that are absolute must-haves when it

heading straight for the Scorpion Bar.

bright and beautiful, and the entire place

from if you have any food allergies. If

comes to eating at Scorpion Bar:

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At a restaurant like this with so many

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Overall, note that Scorpion Bar should rise to the top of your restaurant bucket list, especially if you are into Mexican and spicy foods.

Next weekend, be sure to head there with some friends for a delicious meal and stay late to watch it transform into an outstanding bar scene.

Here’s to a perfect Saturday night!

1. Scorpion Bar Nachos. If you’re out for Mexican,

2. Buffalo Chicken Flautas. If you are like me

you can’t skimp out on the nachos. And these

and initially aren’t sure what flautas are, they

are truly worth your money. These arrive as a

are comparable to spring rolls, except filled with

giant mound of chips with melted queso, olives,

buffalo chicken, cheese and drenched in blue

jalapeños, lettuce, sour cream and your choice of

cheese dressing. There are six flautas served

meat. I recommend adding chicken, or if you’re

and, given how life changing they are, you’ll

looking for a little more flavor, the BBQ pulled pork,

immediately crave a second order of them.

which is marinated in a lemony-barbeque sauce.

4. House Buffalo Scorpion Wings. Speaking of spicy, if you are a wing lover don’t hesitate to order the Scorpion Wings. These wings are brined and fried and are spicy, crispy and meaty – everything you could ask for in a wing! Served with blue cheese dressing and celery sticks, these are perfect for an appetizer, or you can eat the entire plate as your 3. Jalapeño Raviolis. Given I am a lover of

meal (with ZERO shame).

of advice on dishes at Scorpion Bar, it is to not

all spicy foods, these are at the top of my list. Although these can be extremely hot, they are uniquely delicious and will be unlike anything else you have ever tried. These fried raviolis are stuffed with cream cheese and red chili sauce and are served over lime sour cream. Your tongue will be on a fire – but in the best way possible.

5. Oreo Churros. If I can give you one last piece leave without tasting their Oreo Churros. This

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dessert is the perfect combination of chocolatey

Britt started Best Bites with the mission to capture

and sweet – with real Mexican cinnamon sugar

food and drink in the most tasteful way possible.

and a delicious chocolate dipping sauce to go

With modern digital photography, restaurants can

along. Given how many churros come on the

enhance menu designs, restaurant decor, their

plate, you may get to bring some home as lefto-

website and social media channels with content

vers (or, to eat on the ride home).

that is mouth watering and fresh. Follow me on Instagram @Best__Bites

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Fashion

Gearing Up For Spring

By NEHL Staff

CARHARTT – carhartt.com

RUGGED FLEX® HAMILTON FLEECE-LINED SHIRT | $59.99 The durable flannel build is fleece-lined for warmth, and it packs enough flex to let you plow snow or split wood without a problem

THE NORTH FACE – northface.com

FLYWEIGHT HOODIE | $80.00 Lightweight protection for springtime fun outdoors, provides comfort for brisk windy days and a durable water repellant finish.

PALM BEACH – Kohls.com

OXFORD CLASSIC-FIT LINEN FLAT-FRONT SUIT PANTS | $125.00 Look your best in these handsome men’s Palm Beach linen suit pants that are sure to become formal favorites.

PETER MILLAR – petermillar.com

ARMSTRONG CROWN CRAFTED CHECK OXFORD SPORT SHIRT | $145.00

Crown Crafted Performance Plaid Oxford is meticulously crafted from an innovative performance blend fabric that offers four-way stretch and moisture management.

CLARKS – clarksusa.com

UN COSTA LACE | $130.00

A full grain leather upper and a minimalistic profile define this modern going-out sneaker or casual office shoe.

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LILLY PULITZER – lillypulitzer.com

TALBOTS – talbots.com

A classic wardrobe staple, the wrap dress offers a ruffle flounce sleeves and hem. Its adjustable wrap belt can be tied as a bow or left as a knot for a more bohemian vibe.

Chambray self-tie cuffs juxtaposed with buffalo-plaid create a fun contrast. Pair this cotton-blend sweater with your favorite jeans for a perfectly put-together look.

MISHA WRAP DRESS | $178.00

BUFFALO-CHECK TIE-SLEEVE SWEATER | $99.00

MADEWELL – madewell.com

HIGH-RISE SLIM BOYJEAN | $135.00

With updated signature slim boyfriend fit but with a higher rise. The result? A cool raw-hemmed pair that beautifully blurs the weekend/weekday line.

PATAGONIA – Patagonia.com

BETTER SWEATER® MARSUPIAL FLEECE PULLOVER | $119.00

A lighter-weight version of the classic Better Sweater fabric makes this pullover the perfect weight for Spring-season weather.

MICHAEL KORS – michaelkors.com

SKYLER SLIP ON SNEAKERS | $110.00

These can become your go to shoes when you want comfort. Dress them up or down. Let them add high-impact glamour to denim and dresses alike.

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Celebrating One Year of Play Dates

By Michaella Jaye Sampson

“March makes a year for play date. a BIG thank you to all of you who have supported us from the beginning!”

-Nicole DeCosta

It’s fun, it’s modern, it’s clean...it’s Play Date. Check out the best indoor play facility in the area. Perfect location in Seekonk, MA. Conveniently situated close to all shopping and restaurants on Route 6. Ideal for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. A place where parents can enjoy themselves as much as the kids. They offer birthday parties, private events and special activities all year long. I joined Play Date recently with my 4 and 2 year old daughters. Let’s just say, it is a minimal monthly membership fee that all three of us can’t get enough of!

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5 Reasons to Become a Member of Play Date • No Cleaning Necessary Your own house stays mess free! That’s right parents, kids get to play and there is no toys left behind for you to pick up. (Obviously this is within reason…I still made sure my girls put toys back where they belonged when going from one area to another) But, there is no stressing out to clean in preparation for company to come over, just so that the kids can destroy all your hard work within minutes. The Play Date staff cleans/organizes throughout the day and even have a professional cleaning service come in every night. You can’t get that at home. Just remember, they are moms too so don’t get carried away! I was very impressed at how bright and clean the whole place felt.

• Themed Days My daughters love to color, paint, use playdough and draw on the chalk board. And I love that they are so creative. However, the time it takes to set up and then put it all away can be daunting. At Play Date, themed days are planned out and ready to go. They have Stretch & Shake Monday’s, Sensory bin Tuesday’s, Music Wednesday’s, Theatre Thursday’s and Crafty Friday’s. They also have Special Guest Appearances from our children’s favorite characters.

• Play All Day One price per month or per day lets you stay as long as you want. Which means you are not restricted on how long the fun can last. And you can even leave and come back if you need to. If your little one needs a nap or everyone gets hungry, go refuel and come back for more play time. Luckily there are so many yummy places in the area to grab lunch, in case you don’t live close by. Membership includes unlimited access for children in the same family, $40 off birthday parties, a $1 off the coffee bar and free access to most events.

Just in case you are not

cushions and other kids to

• Coffee, Coffee, Coffee I need it and Play Date has it! Try a cup of their Cold Brew, you will not be disappointed. Be sure to take advantage of the unlimited refreshment bar for ONLY $5. Get all you can drink coffee, tea and iced water which includes one snack. There are also additional snacks and drinks for the kids available to purchase.

convinced, here are a few

play with. Outdoor toys are

more reasons why Play Date

brought in: Full size clubhouse,

should be your next stop with

wooden pirate ship and

the kiddos. Unique, creative,

sandbox. There is a special

fun environment. Durable toys

area sectioned off with age

• Mom Date We all know kids need to interact with other kids their age. But moms & dads need that too, sometimes more than anyone.

Both stay-at-home and working parents need time to sit down and have a conversation with someone that they can relate to. Who better than another mom/dad. You can meet up with friends or meet new parents in the area that you have something in common with. The open floor plan makes it ideal to be able to engage in adult time while keeping an eye on what the little ones are doing. I personally ran into a couple of ladies that I knew while I was there, even though I didn’t have pre-determined plans to meet up.

that encourage imagination:

appropriate toys for non-

Full play kitchen & market

walkers as well. As usual, my

with food and an entire dress-

girls never want to leave. But

up wardrobe with open stage.

finally, I have found a place

Free entertainment: Full size

that I love to stay at as well!

movie screen with comfy Play Date is located at 1460 Fall River Ave. (Rte. 6) in Seekonk, MA. They can be reached at 508-557-0122 or info@playdatene.com.

For more information visit playdatene.com or follow them on Instagram and Facebook #PlayDateSeekonk.

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BECOME A PLAY DATE MEMBER TODAY! We Would Love To Host Your Child(s) Birthday Party!

1460 FALL RIVER AVE. SUITE 1. SEEKONK, MA 02771 PLAYDATENE.COM 508.557.0122 INFO@PLAYDATENE.COM

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Starting around $799,000 John Allaire | (508) 230-8600 JohnAllaire@EastonRealEstate.com Easton Real Estate | www.eastonrealestate.com

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For More Information on all our Subdivision visit www.stonebridgehomesinc.com

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508-230-2300

The Estates at LeBaron Hills Lakeville, MA 77 upscale single family homes across from Lebaron Hills Country Club. Custom house designs range from colonials to ranches, including single level homes and optional first floor master suite. Ranging from 1600-2700 sf.

Starting at $434,000 Carey Flynn | (508)-944-8217 | Carey.Flynn@NEMoves.com | Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage | www.nemoves.com

Tiffany Hill - Norwell, MA High-end new construction single family homes located minutes away from local beaches and only 18 miles south of Boston.

Tiffany Hill offers multiple floor plans including some single level homes, from 1600-2700 sf. Starting in $600k’s Nancy Kleber (781)-718-4468 | Nancy.Kleber@NEMoves.com Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage #HOMEOWNERLIFESTYLE

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