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By MORRIS and JAMES CAREY
Warmer weather turns our attention to the great outdoors or, for the children, the great backyard. And sooner or later, they may request a little something extra: a tree house. Tree houses and other play structures are a joy for children — a place to explore, to imagine, to keep younger brothers and sisters out. Unfortunately, they can also be a source of anxiety for parents. But with the right kind of planning and construction, play structures can prove beneficial to adults as well. According to the National Association of Realtors, outdoor spaces have become a bigger part of the "curb appeal" that attracts buyers and can even increase a home's selling price. We asked San Francisco artist and play structure expert Barbara Butler for her top 10 DIY safety tips on building a backyard play space for children. Whether you're planning to build a mini-mansion for your mini-me, or a simpler structure that houses imagination more than amenities, it's important to keep safety in mind.
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Awesome Architectural Design describes this home built in 2003 by the current owners. Over 3500 square feet of living space and a 3 car plus side entry garage is attractive to the growing family. Situated on an attractive corner lot with circular drive, there is a beautifully landscaped front lawn and a golf course in back with a view of the 18th fairway. A most desirable location.
The master suite with his and her closets, two guest bedrooms with walk-in closets, three and a half baths, an office off the foyer, great room with fireplace, dining area, kitchen and laundry room are all situated downstairs for easy living. Upstairs you will find a large bonus room, full bath, additional hobby room and enormous floored, walk-in attic space. If it is space, style, and "like-new" you have been looking for, this is a must see. In addition to a great home, Oak Grove Island is a great community! Amenities on this Island include centrally located swimming pool, play ground, tennis courts, deep water marina, and golf course with clubhouse. For more information or to schedule a private tour call Elizabeth Johnson, Broker, Fox Run Real Estate. (912)265-0147
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By PAUL OWERS
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Sellers should take broom and brush in hand. Homes that attract interest are priced right and show well. The grass is cut and the shrubs are manicured, rooms are free of clutter and ratty carpeting has been replaced with a neutral-color berber. We talked to five housing experts – appraiser Joel Greenberg, real estate agent Janice Leis and home stagers Akanake Cadden, Heather Johnson and Margo Aguirre – for ideas on renovations that homeowners can make that will help their properties stand out.
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By LINDSEY ADKISON
There are currently many beautiful, historic homes for sale in downtown Brunswick. And on Saturday, you'll be able to view these exquisite homes at once. The Golden Isles Association of Realtors and the Brunswick Landmarks Foundation are partnering for a Showcase of Homes in Brunswick's Historic District. All of the homes on the tour are for sale. Tour organizer Amy Meaders Broderick, Realtor with Golden Isles Realty Co., says the event coincides with the annual May Fair. "The tour will focus on homes in the downtown area with emphasis on historic Old Town and Windsor Park. The Brunswick Landmarks Foundation will feature several homes of historic significance, while the real estate agents will open their listings to the public. There will be an information booth set up downtown on the southeast corner of the Gloucester and Newcastle intersection," Broderick said.
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Metropolitan Home weighs in on eco ideas
By MONIKA MATHUR Associated Press Writer If you've been sold on something "green" for your home renovation, be careful of the hype. There's a lot of conflicting information about what's good for the environment and what's not — and there are plenty big claims, says Metropolitan Home editor-in-chief Donna Warner.
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The Brunswick News If you're looking for a fun-filled way to spend your Saturday, head over to Hodnett Cooper's Under 17 on 17. The event is geared toward children, but will be held at new communities, Clearwater and Berrie Bluffs, both located off U.S. 17. This will offer a great opportunity for parents to peek at the subdivisions. Berrie Bluffs is a new development situated on the historic Berrie Plantation site. Homes start in the low $500s, and a model home is ready for viewing. Amenities include two freshwater lakes, controlled access gates, a lake house with a pool and spa and a community dock on Big Branch Creek. Clearwater is a family-oriented subdivision with homes starting in the $250s. The neighborhood also features a multi-million dollar resort-style aquatic center, stocked freshwater lake and a multi-purpose field.
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By LINDSEY ADKISON
Kay Clarke's family roots run deep in Brunswick. A native of the Golden Isles, she understands this area well. "I grew up here and attended grammar school, junior high at Glynn Middle and graduated from Glynn Academy in 1965," she said. "I was captain of the cheerleaders, as well as captain in the Pirates of the Spanish Main, which was initially started by Howard Coffin, founder of the Sea Island Resort." It is this special relationship and love of her hometown that has made Clarke such a success in the real estate business.
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Jekyll Square renovation project 
