Spring Hill, Florida

Spring is in the air! We are back to the reason people move to Florida - the weather!! I am talking about gorgeous blue-sky, sunny, high of 80 degrees, no humidity, and a light breeze. It doesn't get much better than this!

A lot of people have heard about the Weeki Wachee River and the infamous Mermaid show :) at the park. However, some may not know about some of the amazing things you can experience jusst West of the park. Heading out towards Pine Island from US 19, and hang a left onto Shoal Line Blvd. and you will see a number of kayak and canoe rental places. There is one directly across the river from Rogers Park (a small county park with a bit of beach front). You can rent a kayak or canoe for $15 (for an hour) and set of in either direction on the river. You can head towards the Gulf of Mexico or inland towards the spring fed waters.

The water, for the most part, is crystal clear, and the different types of fish you can see is simply breathtaking! During the cooler months you are almost certain to see manatee if you head towards the springs (water stays at 72 degrees year round). There are birds, small critters, beautiful plants, flowers, and trees surrounding you on both sides of the river. Everyone on the water is friendly and out there to enjoy themselves. You will find lots of parents with young children and can see the look of amazement in the eyes of a child as they see a fish swim by. Priceless.

In this economy it is nice to know that you can get out of the house and do something and experience new things without breaking the bank or using a tank of gas....because we all know we can't afford that these days!

Give our team a call today and see what great values we can find for you in the area. Now is a great time to purchase that second home - maybe even one on the Weeki Wachee River!!

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The Bonnie Barbieri Team
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RE/MAX Advantage
4320 Lake in the Woods Dr.
Spring Hill, FL 34607

Renting a home

Many people are finding great values in renting hoses these days....however as a renter you need to do your homework and not get taken advantage of. Even the most "aware"people can be taken for a ride. I don't want to see that happen and would like to get the word out!

The first step in protecting yourself is to contact a licensed Realtor in your area. It will not cost you (the renter) anything to use a professional - that cost is covered by the home owner. A Realtor that takes a listing for a rental is going to do their job and make certain that the person renting their home is actually the home owner. Unfortunately, with so many homes being left vacant due to foreclosure there are people taking advantage. They will break into these homes, change the locks, and then advertise them as being available for rent and "act" as a property management company. As a renter you would not know otherwise and can then be evicted by the rightful owners / bank, etc..

If you do answer an ad that is not through a legitimate Realtor (which you can verify with each State - most on-line) please take the time to verify everything that is on the contract you are signing. Make sure the person you are dealing with is the owner of the property or that they are legally representing the owner. If they are legitimate they should not have a problem with you contacting the owners. The owners of record can always be found on the local property appraiser's / records website. Make sure that is the owner listed on any contract you are signing.

Just do your homework....take your time...and if you don't feel 100% comfortable, look into it a little further or walk away :) As always feel free to call our office with ANY of your real estate needs.

Hernando Autism Walk

We are fortunate to have some very active parents in our community when it comes to children with disabilities. One organization, Parent Partners in Education, (formerly Special Students of Hernando) leads the rest in their efforts. Each year they organize and put on an Autism Awareness walk in the community to raise awareness for Autism and related disabilities. It is not a fundraiser but any money that is raised this group turns around and uses to benefit the local community. This year, any money raised will be used to host a workshop for parents and educators. The workshop will be tied in to Special Education.

So, if you aren't busy on Saturday March 26th between 9am and 1pm stop by Central High School and check out this annual event. It is a free, family friendly, fun filled day!
The website with all of the details is Hernando Autism Walk
Hope to see you there!

Glen Lakes Golf & Country Club

Glen Lakes golf and country club community is a gated golf course community located about 45 minutes north of the Tampa International Airport. Glen Lakes is approximately 2 and a half miles from the Gulf of Mexico. We are Florida's Nature Coast.

Glen Lakes golf and country club community is not a 55+ community but the majority of the residents are over 55. There are a few children living in the area. There is a playground in the Crane's Landing area. Glen Lakes has many lakes throughout the community. Some of the homes are lakefront and you have spectacular sunsets.

We have quite a few listings in Glen Lakes and specialize in this area. The security is 24 hours, 7 days a week. Getting into Glen Lakes without someone signing you in is not for the faint of heart. They take their job very seriously. The seasonal residents appreciate this.

Glen Lakes is surrounded by more than 85,000 acres of nature preserves and because the preserves are protected, there will be little development around Glen Lakes. It will retain its out in the country feeling despite its close proximity to shopping, restaurants and the Suncoast Parkway.

There is a private 18 hole championship golf course designed by Ron Garl. There is a driving range, putting greens, heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, clay tennis courts and a 35,000 sq. foot clubhouse with fitness center. There is a restaurant with a world class chef.

Glen Lakes golf and country club community is a great place to call home. Everyone you talk to loves living here. The families that have moved to be closer to children hate leaving their friends. Its a community where everyone waves at each other. Friends take care of friends and everyone is a friend.

Sterling Hill - Spring Hill, Florida

What a fantastic subdivision in Spring Hill, Florida.... Sterling Hill is a multi-sections gated community with eleven different "named" neighborhoods! Each neighborhood has 60 - 80 lots of land - most of which have been built on. This sprawling development sits on both the North and South side of Elgin Blvd. near Challenger K-8 school.
PLEASE NOTE: this school is not a zoned school - Challenger K-8 is a magnet school and application for admission is not based on where you live in Hernando County but by portfolio application and / or lottery.
There is a Home Owners Association and this is a Community Development District in which fees are required. These fees depend on which neighborhood you reside in but based on the 2010/11 fees they range from $1,600 - $2,010 which are rolled into your taxes.
Since the overall development is broken into two large areas, one on each side of Elgin Blvd. there are 2 clubhouses each with a swimming pool, exercise equipment, playground, basketball and tennis court, volleyball, and dog park.
Sterling Hill in Spring Hill is a very family friendly atmosphere and there are some great values waiting for you today!
Give us a call today and see how far your dollar can be stretched in Sterling Hill in Spring Hill, Florida. Remember, it is close to the Suncoast Parkway and an easy commute to areas South of Hernando County.

Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park

Living in Hernando County, Florida is like a dream....surrounded by beauty and nature - the feel of neighborhoods - the proximity to larger cities, museums, theater, nationally known amusements parks and more.
It is the "and more" I wanted to bring to your attention today. About 30 minutes North in Citrus County is the Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park - located on the Homosassa River. This park offers visitors a chance to see endangered manatees up close and personal, red wolves, Florida panther, river otters and much, much more!
You can take a pontoon boat ride along the river and see many more creatures along the river banks and in the water.
This is not a zoo but is certainly a park with numerous wildlife to see and learn about. Education at its best!
Their web page is located here.