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Wishing You and Yours a Very Merry Christmas From Grand Lake

By Joe Neill | Published: December 22, 2011

It is the Season and Christmas is almost here. Our Grand Lake Team would like to wish you and yours a Very Merry Christmas and a Terrific New Year for 2012. This is a great time to enjoy family and friends and reflect on our blessings. Even when life is not perfect, we can always see someone who has things worse.

Grand Lake is a wonderful place to call home or to have a second home on the lake. All of us who have homes here on the lake enjoy the four seasons Oklahoma offers. Each season offers it’s own beautiful beauty and splender. Of course the summer boating season is the favorite of many but again each season is just great. When you consider where your retirement home or a second home on the lake might be, give Grand Lake a serious look. The lake communities welcome new folks with open arms.

Call the Grand Lake Team at RE/MAX Grand Lake to learn more about Grand Lake waterfront homes, retirement homes on a golf course, or a home on a small acreage. Aaron Hughes can be reached at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net. Joe Neill can be reached at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net .

Again, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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Grand Lake in NE Oklahoma for Retirement

By Joe Neill | Published: October 28, 2011

People are coming to Grand Lake in NE Oklahoma for retirement. Just this week, the last full week of October, 2011 we have sold a waterfront retirement home to a couple from Western Oklahoma. We have showed the area and are in talks for a new lakeview home for a couple from Texas wanting to retire to a quiet area with four moderate seasons. Last week we got a contract on another waterfront home from a Tulsa couple who will use the home for a second home on lake for a year or so until it becomes their retirement home on Grand Lake.

Next week we close on a neighborhood home with nearby boat ramp with a couple moving here from Waterloo, Iowa. They have relatives in the area and look forward to moving back to the area they lived in earlier years. We also have a Buffalo Shores North home under contract for closing in late November with another couple moving to the area.

In addition to the sales above, interest is picking up from people in different areas of the country who see the value in Grand Lake retirement homes. Why, do you ask would one want to move to the Grand Lake area? Many reasons but a few are:

1. Quiet and Peaceful small town living with big city services and a great lake to enjoy.

2. Great Health Care in Grove’s, the largest city on Grand Lake, new Integris Grove Hospital with quality doctors and support medical teams.

3. Water sports such as Fishing and Boating.

4. Great Churches and Civic Clubs.

5. A Welcome to the Community Attitude From People Already Living Here

6. Beautiful Fall Scenery

7. Mild Winters on Average

8. Great Springs with Colorful Trees on Surrounding Hills

9. Great Summers to Enjoy the Lake (all your grown kids will flock to area to see you and enjoy Grand Lake with you)

10. Things to Do, Nice Quaint Shops to Visit, Unique Places to Dine

11. Only 1.5 Hours from 3 Major Airports ( Tulsa, Ok, NW Arkansas, and Joplin, MO)

12. Close Enough to City to Visit for A Day and Get Back Home to Quiet Life

13. Many, Many More Reasons to Enjoy Grand Lake Life in Retirement

Call the Grand Lake Team at RE/MAX Grand Lake in Grove, OK to learn more about retirement homes on Grand Lake. We know the area, the Grand Lake MLS listings, and can show you waterfront homes, lakeview homes, golf course homes, or neighborhood homes in Grove, OK or in the country in the outter areas of the lake. Call Aaron Hughes at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net or Joe Neill at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net We offer low key, low pressure, enjoyable home shopping with all the information you need to make a good real estate investment, find a home you will just fall in love with, and show you the highlites of the area so that you too will see what you can enjoy living on Grand Lake. Call today and see what you are missing out on at Grand Lake!

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Patricia Island Estates a Golf and Lake Community on Grand Lake

By Joe Neill | Published: October 22, 2011

Patricia Island Estates is a wonderful golf and lake community on Grand Lake at Grove, Oklahoma. Grove, OK is a well known spot for retirees to settle and enjoy the good life on Grand Lake. Patricia Island Estates is Grove’s premier golf and lake subdivision. You will find homes at Patricia Island priced from $175000 to over one million dollars. There are waterfront homes with terrific views, golf course homes again with great views, and lesser expensive patio style homes. The area is very pretty, homes are all very nice and well kept no matter what price point they are in and there are no dues to pay unless you elect to join the golf club or the swim and tennis club. Both of these clubs offer low dues and many hours of enjoyment but again if you don’t want to golf, swim, or tennis then no dues.

We have one waterfront building lot on Patricia Island to offer at $255,000 with a GRDA dock permit for a 30′ boat slip in a deep water channel. The lot has 150′ of waterfront and is a level to very gentle slope to the lake. It is Grand Lake MLS #10-740.

Golf course lots start at $54,500 for a great lot, Grand Lake MLS #10-2410. Interior lots close to golf course and swimming pool begin at $21,000, Grand Lake MLS #11-878.

Patricia Island is also enjoyed by weekenders for that second home on Grand Lake. Whether you are a retiree wanting to relocate to carefree small city living with big city services or a family wanting a weekend retreat, you should check out Patricia Island Estates with our team.

Call Aaron Hughes at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net or Joe Neill at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net . We are the Grand Lake Team at RE/MAX Grand Lake and can make your Grand Lake property search fun and more inclusive. We look forward to visiting with you about all Grand Lake and Grove, OK have to offer.

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Grove, OK – A Great Place to Call Home in Retirement or for Family Living

By Joe Neill | Published: October 17, 2011

Grove, OK is a great place to call home for retirement or for family living. You will enjoy true moderate four season climate on average. Grand Lake is the playground that surrounds Grove and offers excellent watersports and fishing. Grove’s 5A school system is top notch and brings families here just for the school system. Health care is also top notch. Integris Grove Hospital is part of the Integris Hospital Group, the state’s largest health care organization. Grove’s hospital is less than two years old and state of the art. Doctors are caring and known for their excellent practice of medicine.

Churches and Civic Clubs welcome new members with open arms and you can be as involved as you would like to be, whether that be doing little or being very active in the middle of things. Lendonwood Gardens is a botanical garden that is a must see for anyone visiting you once you move here. Har-Ber Village, the frontier town musuem is also a must see.

You will enjoy the quaint shops and eating places Grove has to offer. There are many activities for both retirees and families to enjoy in the community. Grove has a new swimming pool complex that is only one year old. The library is very good and a Northeastern Oklahoma A & M Junior College extension is located here offering many community programs for college age to retirees.

A new grocery store and shopping center are under construction now. Grove is not sitting still in a slow economy. We have people who have settled here from many different parts of the country to enjoy this grand lifestyle on Grand Lake. Home prices are moderate and much cheaper than many parts of the country. You will find nice home selections on the Grand Lake waterfront, golf course homes, lakeview homes, and just nice subdivsion homes.

You too, could be enjoying life on Grand Lake in Grove, OK. Contact us for more information or to set your appointment to see what Grove, OK has to offer for you. Aaron Hughes can be reached at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net. Joe Neill at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net We are the Grand Lake Team at RE/MAX Grand Lake. We know the area and the Grand Lake MLS listings. We can make your home search fun and more inclusive.

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Fall Is A Great Time To Buy Grand Lake Property

By Joe Neill | Published: October 5, 2011

Fall is a great time to buy property on Grand Lake in NE Oklahoma. Sellers are anxious to get sold before winter slow season starts. Many times you can get a seller to offer a discount that would be unthinkable during the prime season from March-July. This year, 2011 I think offers more potential than normal to get a deal.

Many buyers have sat on the fence since stocks started rumbling in mid August. Up until then our sales have been ahead of last year’s pace but since mid August it has slowed down. The result of this is more listings than normal not getting sold and the selling season will slow down by Thanksgiving which means more properties will be carried over until next season gets started. This is good bargaining material to use to get you a deal now.

Couple the above with interest rates at all time lows and it might just be your time to buy. The Oklahoma economy is well above the national economy with jobless numbers under 6% in most counties. It also was just announced that tax collections are up 7% over last year which is another sign of an economy gaining strength.

Don’t wait until good times are everywhere or you will be facing higher real estate prices and higher interest rates. If you want a retirement home on Grand Lake or a second home on Grand Lake now is the time to act. We have a great selection of waterfront homes and waterfront lots as well as golf course homes and residential neighborhood homes. Give the Grand Lake Team at RE/MAX Grand Lake a call today and let’s start finding your dream property now. For Aaron Hughes call 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net or Joe Neill at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net We hope to hear from you soon.

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Grand Lake Fall Activities

By Joe Neill | Published: September 1, 2011

Fall is just around the corner with the Labor Day weekend coming up. Temperatures are forecast to be in the mid 80′s next week. This is the time to start thinking Grand Lake again. Fall is great for boating, fishing, nature walks, festivals on the lake such as the Pelican Festival, and of course it is a great time to buy a lakehome. If you have been wanting a retirement home on the lake or a fulltime family home on Grand Lake, fall is a great season to buy. The temperature will be just right for viewing homes but more importantly fall is a great time to get a seasonal bargain on a lake home. Many sellers think the real estate season is over after Labor Day and get scared thinking they will have to hold a property over till spring. This is not the case as several buyers will be out in the next two months seeking a fair deal on a great lake home. Smart buyers know they can get a better deal in the fall than the spring. Interest rates are low, selection is great, and fall weather is wonderful to home shop in. Once you get a home bought, fall and winter are excellent times to enjoy your new lake home. It is so peaceful and pretty around the lake in the fall and even winter seasons. You can enjoy unique shopping when not on the lake and each day for lunch or dinner try a new and delightfull place to dine.

We offer gated communities on Monkey Island at Grand Lake near the new Shangri La Country Club such as Newport Village, Brighton Bay, St. Andrews, St. James, The Estates, The Chateaus, and The Villas. In Grove you will find great homes both on the water or on a golf course or even in a nice subdivision. You will want to see the homes offered in all three Buffalo Shores neighborhoods, Patricia Island Estates, and Wildwood Farms. South Grand Lake will find many fine homes along the shores of the lake or perhaps a home in the gated community, The Coves with both waterfront or golf course homes available.

When thinking about buying on Grand Lake you need a team who knows the area and the deals in the Grand Lake MLS. You don’t want someone pushy or someone who does not know what they are doing. For professional help in finding just the right home on Grand Lake call the Grand Lake Team at RE/MAX Grand Lake. Aaron Hughes at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net or Joe Neill at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net We hope to hear from you soon.

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Patricia Island at Grove, OK on Beautiful Grand Lake

By Joe Neill | Published: August 6, 2011

Patricia Island at Grove, OK on the shores of beautiful Grand Lake is of one Grove’s premier home subdivisions. Lake Breeze Road circles the housing addition in a drive around the shores of Grand Lake. Many interior home sites back up to the very nice golf course. One such site is the setting of a listing we have. This home has a wonderful view of the golf course from the backyard and a lakeview from the front of the home. This 4 bedroom/3 bath home has 2565 square feet m/l with an open kitchen, living, and everyday dining area. The formal dining or office area is at the front of the home. There are two guest bedrooms on one side of the home with a bath between them. On the other side of the home is a large master bedroom with huge walk in closet and masterbath. Upstairs is the 4th bedroom and another bath. This room would also make an excellent media room or game room. There is a large floored attic area off this room that could be finished for more interior space if needed. As is, it is a great place to store off season items without having to climb a wobbly ladder to gain access to them.

The home is in excellent condition and has many upgrades including covered patio, brick laced driveway, brick pillars at driveway, covered front porch and a white picket fenced backyard. This home would make an excellent family home in Grove or a retirement home at Grand Lake with room for the kids to come visit.

This very elegant home has just had it’s price reduced to $249,995. Wow, what a deal! You need to see this home. It offers so much for the dollar invested. For your personal showing call the Grand Lake Team at RE/MAX Grand Lake. Aaron Hughes at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net or Joe Neill at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net We hope to hear from you soon.

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Enjoy the July 4th Long Weekend and Think About How Nice It Would Be To Own Your Own Grand Lake Home

By Joe Neill | Published: June 30, 2011

The July 4th Holiday on Grand Lake is always a great family and friends time on the lake. There will be fireworks shows on July 2, 3, and 4th in the area for all to enjoy. Summer fun on the lake will be enjoyed. There will also be many bar-b-ques going on. Come to Grand Lake and enjoy your friends and family.

When you think of all the fun you have had on Grand Lake, think about buying your own place at the lake as a second home retreat. The Grand Lake MLS offers many nice homes for everyone’s budget. You can get a Monkey Island condo starting at $60,000 and up. You might like a home in The Coves on the golf course from $250,000 or perhaps a waterfront home there starting at $500,000 or so. In The Points you will find true luxury homes from $700,000. On over in Grove, you will find golf course homes at Patricia Island starting at $199,000. Waterfront homes in Patricia Island are $500,000 and up. We have nice private waterfront homes such as a listing we have in Dogwood Hills for $499,000 with a 2 slip boatdock. We can also go back to Monkey Island and look at one of the many gated communities such as Newport Village, Brighton Bay, St Andrews, or The Chateaus.

For the team that works to find you the best place for you and yours call The Grand Lake Team of Aaron Hughes and Joe Neill. Aaron at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net. Joe at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net We office at RE/MAX Grand Lake in Grove at 2330 S. Main.

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New Shangri La Country Club on Monkey Island at Grand Lake

By Joe Neill | Published: June 27, 2011

The new Shangri La Country Club on Monkey Island at Grand Lake continues to progress. The completion date has not been as fast as once hoped but with snow in February and rains in April I think they have made remarkable progress. They have moved the golf pro shop to the new facility in the past few days. The upper floor dining and fitness center is not open yet. Outside rock work and landscaping are ongoing at full speed ahead. The golf course rework is coming right along also. I don’t know how many truck loads of sod have been hauled in but it has been several. No expense has been spared to make sure the new Shangri La is first class.

Membership continues to increase. People from all walks of life are seeing value in either a full membership or social membership. You do not have to be a high roller to fit in this club. Stop by and visit with Manager Jason Sheffield and his staff. They will treat you right.

All the interest in the Club, continues to drive interest in homes in the Monkey Island area. The gated communities have all seen keen interest and sales this spring. We recently sold a Newport Village home and a Brighton Bay home both on Monkey Island. The Chateaus next to the golf course and The Estates also adjoining have both seen several sales this year. We do still have several nice listings on Monkey Island. For your Monkey Island home on Grand Lake call the Grand Lake Team at RE/MAX Grand Lake for information and showings. For Aaron Hughes call 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net For Joe Neill call 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net We hope to hear from you soon.

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Shangri La Country Club on Monkey Island Is Coming Right Along

By Joe Neill | Published: June 3, 2011

It is the first week of June, 2011 and the Shangri La Country Club did not meet it’s goal of being fully open by Memorial Day weekend that they set last year when construction started. They had no way of knowing we would have 2′ of snow in February and rain for days on end in the Spring. They are doing one supurb job of rebuilding the golf courses and the Club House does not lack too much. Work today on the driveway of the Club House was in full swing with concrete being poured. They hope to be fully completed by July 4th holiday.

The golf course rebuilding crew have had at least a dozen machines on site for over a year now in the quest to completely rebuild this golf course into one of the best in the country. The white sand contrasting the green grass is a beautiful site. Eddie Gibbs, owner of the Shangri La Country Club and also a huge fence building company has of course used his company to build new steel fencing around the course. Eddie and crew are doing just a first class job of rebuilding this Club. Eddie recently bought the Shangri La Marina and announced plans for upgrading and expanding it also.

All of this buzz of activity on Monkey Island at Grand Lake has not gone unnoticed with second home buyers on Monkey Island either. Homes are selling. We closed a Newport Village home last Friday and this Friday we are closing a Brighton Bay home, both nice gated communities. We have another home on the island waiting the closing process also.

The Chateaus and The Estates ajoining the Country Club have had active sales. We still have nice homes on Monkey Island available for sale thru RE/MAX Grand Lake listings and the Grand Lake MLS, both of which we sell from. Our team would appreciate the opportunity to show you homes in the Grand Lake area and Monkey Island. You too can enjoy a second home on the lake. Homes are priced from $50,000 to around $2,000,000 with a nice home for everyone’s taste and budget.

Call The Grand Lake Team for your Grand Lake Realtors. Aaron Hughes at 918 801-5645 or aaronhughes@remax.net or Joe Neill at 918 640-3300 or jneill@remax.net. We hope to hear from you soon.