Chatham County Relocation Package Everything You Need to Know About Relocating Near Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Apex, Pittsboro or Jordan Lake! Chatham County has the best of all worlds.  It's peaceful countryside - but just minutes from shopping and big city life.  North Carolina has over 1500 lakes, and Chatham County surrounds one of the largest of these: Jordan Lake.   There are golf courses, wineries, and the Haw River.  Whether you're looking for a multi-million dollar estate in an exclusive golf community, or an affordable new custom home on land of your own, you'll find something you love in Chatham County.  Chatham County is becoming "home" for people who want access to the careers, nightlife, culture, and education that the Triangle has to offer, but want to start their days at a l... 07/13/2008

Raleigh Recreation - Looking for Fun Things to Do? First Sunday in Pittsboro, NC Monthly Arts and Crafts Festival     Sometimes the best events are small town events.  Pittsboro, NC holds a "First Sunday" event every month, featuring original and handmade arts and crafts.  Nothing mass produced is allowed in the vendor booths!            First Sunday is held in downtown Pittsboro, and is a combination of local merchants and area artists as well as individual craftpeople.  Pittsboro is just a short drive from Raleigh, and the event runs 12-4 pm, which makes it a great after church activity.  Visitors will be able to find: baskets, jewerly, glass knick knacks, knitted items, decorative painting and leather work, baby items, children's bags and purses, paper crafts, and stained glass.  You... 07/10/2008

Stanton Homes offers information on Energy Star certification, rainwater collection, and geothermal systems - and teaches homebuyers how to build a home that costs less and uses less energy.  Triangle home builder Stanton Homes is hosting a special "Meet the Builder" event. Sunday September 21st 12-4pm Custom home builder and licensed general contractor Stan Williams will be on site to answer questions on the latest energy and water saving technology, and how these features can be integrated into a new home. Homebuyers are encouraged to attend no matter where they are in the process: whether they are planning ahead for a retirement home, just starting to think about purchasing a new home, or have already decided on a floor plan, a location, or both.     "You can never ask too many quest... 07/07/2008

Child Care in Chatham County, NC   If you're thinking of relocating to Chatham County, or if you are considering child care for your young children, here's some top tips on where to look for daycare in Pittsboro, Siler City, Jordan Lake, and Chatham County. How Much Does Child Care Cost in Chatham County? Of course you can call each center in Pittsboro, Siler City, Chapel Hill, and the Jordan Lake area to find out what their rates are, but here's a couple of easier options. The Child Care Network  The Child Care Network offers information on daycare for Chatham County.  Go to their Referral Form page, and enter your contact information, plus the ages and birthdates of your children, the days and hours of care needed, and The Child Care Network will send you information and rates for chi... 06/27/2008

Veterans History Project - The Fishers Tell Their Story Free Service for Veterans "I've been trying to get him to do this for years!" Betty Fisher had a big smile and tears in her eyes as she accompanied her husband, Leonard, to his storytelling session. "I really wanted this so much for the kids, and the grandkids. He doesn't talk about it much, but when he does, he has all these funny little stories that crack everybody up. I'm hoping his personality comes through." Leonard and Betty were taking part in the Veterans History Interview Event, on a sunny Sunday afternoon in Pittsboro, NC. And I was excited to be a part of it. Leonard and Betty had been married 68 years. Leonard had served in the Navy for a couple of decades. Betty wanted to be sure that their family had a tie to all that... 06/18/2008

Thinking of building or buying a new home?  Have you ever served in the United States Armed Forces?  Come attend the Veteran and Military Home Buyers Event, hosted by Stanton Homes. A custom home builder and his team and local lenders will be happy to share expert tips for building, buying, or financing Raleigh area new homes, with an emphasis on special considerations and incentives available for Military and Veteran homebuyers.    Raleigh custom home builder Stanton Homes is co-hosting a Veteran and Military Home Buyers Event in Chatham County with a top local lender on Sunday July 27th, from 1-4pm. Veteran and military homebuyers can get home buying and building tips from a widely acclaimed licensed general contractor/home builder and an award winning local lender, who will also be a... 06/14/2008

Veterans Offered Opportunity to Tell Their Stories and Become Part of History - Desperate Need for Documents to Recreate Service Records Triangle custom home builder Stanton Homes is pleased to announce the first National Veterans History Event in Chatham County on Saturday July 19th, as a volunteer service in conjunction with the Cary-based National History Archival Institute. At no cost, Stanton Homes and the NHAI will record stories of military service, in the voice of those who have served. They are looking for personal accounts of day-to-day activities as well as history-changing conflicts, to become a part of the nation's historical records. "We want to capture the memories of local heroes - no matter when or where they served," said Stan Williams, CEO of Stanton Homes. "If you kn... 06/09/2008

Millions of Americans - Millions of Stories Tell your story -- no story or sacrifice too small....... In 1973 a tragic fire destroyed millions of service records of our service men and women. You may have the only existing record of their service included with your records, travel orders, separation documents and other listings. Please share your records with us and help restore the service history of those whose records were lost -  as well as share your stories in an interview. Wartime and peacetime veterans welcome, including Merchant Marines.    National Veteran's History Open House Saturday July 19th, 2008 12 pm - 4 pm                    752 Rebecca Lane Cattail Creek near Pittsboro, NC   click here for directions Free Event  -  Refreshments Will Be Served   Stanton Homes, in assoc... 05/29/2008

If you live in Chatham County, chances are you've seen the new entrance to Briar Chapel off 15/501.  The majestic art that adorns the stone wall entranceway captures the eye and conveys that Briar Chapel is a place where nature, commerce and community merge. Briar Chapel is the newest Chatham County community and is designed with green living and energy conservation in mind.  The Briar Chapel community will be a mixed-use community with several different types and prices of homes.  The neighborhoods within Briar Chapel will be welcoming to all visitors and encompass the natural environment of the area.  Homes of distinch architecture will be complemented by soaring hardwoods, beautifully maintained streetscapes and a variety of neighborhood parks. Briar Chapel strives to be a community ... 05/25/2008

Chatham County Relocation Package Everything You Need to Know About Relocating to Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Pittsboro or Jordan Lake! Chatham County has the best of all worlds.  It's peaceful countryside - but just minutes from shopping and big city life.  North Carolina has over 1500 lakes, and Chatham County surrounds one of the largest of these: Jordan Lake.   There are golf courses, wineries, and the Haw River.  Whether you're looking for a multi-million dollar estate in an exclusive golf community, or an affordable custom home on land of your own, you'll find something you love in Chatham County.  Chatham County is becoming "home" for people who want access to the careers, nightlife, culture, and education that the Triangle has to offer, but want to start their days at a little slower... 05/11/2008

Chatham Count Activities and Events   It's spring, and there's plenty to do in beautiful Chatham County!  Whether you live in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, or Chatham County itself, check out some of these great events and activities. Haw River Canoe and Kayak - Explore the Haw River, by day or night. Enjoy the Haw River in the company of some of the area's most experienced guides, from the Haw River Canoe and Kayak Company. May 17 - OWL PROWL:  BIG ALAMANCE CREEK & GLENCOE LAKE$25/person.  Paddle at night, and see and hear local barred owls, along with beavers and other wildlife.  May 24 - Paddle Dinner, Brewery Style Enjoy a 3 hour leisurely paddle, then a tour of the Carolina Brewery, followed by a 5 course dinner with various local beers.  May 25 - Full Moon Paddle May 30 - Fly Fish... 05/11/2008

Looking for local Piedmont North Carolina produce, cheese, meat, and more?   How about someplace to grab lunch that offers a wide variety of freshly prepared foods, including vegetarian and vegan choices?  Or even some unique entertainment opportunities and local wine tastings?  Check out Chatham Marketplace, on 15-501 in Pittsboro, NC.   If you're anywhere near Chatham County, come visit this organic Co-Op grocery store, located in the Chatham Mills building just a half mile north of the famous Pittsboro traffic circle.  You'll find unique entertainment opportunities that change every month.  To find out activities are available this weekend, click here.   Walk inside the marketplace, and one of the first things you'll notice is the small signs on the produce bins.  Each item is marked... 05/06/2008

Custom Homes on Acreage Cattail Creek offers 1-2 acre lots Custom Homes on wooded acreage remain in demand, and Cattail Creek has a popular combination - affordable homes with custom designs on private 1-2 acre lots. Stanton Homes is pleased to announce that Cattail Creek is now the number five top community in all of Chatham County on a total unit sales basis, according to first quarter real estate results.   Sales are monitored for all subdivisions and neighborhoods in Chatham County, for both new homes and resales.  Cattail Creek offers new homes on acreage in Chatham County.    "We have been seeing even stronger interest in the community this year than last, so these results verify the on-the-street sentiment we've been experiencing," said Stan Williams, CEO of Stanton Homes. "Homeb... 05/05/2008

Triangle Green Home Tour | Chatham County Green Homes   Tour Books for the Third Annual Green Homes Tour are available in a variety of places.  But they are running out quickly, and many of the stores on this list are not open on the weekend!  If you're interested in Green Homes, Green Builders, or just want to take a look at homes under construction in Chatham County near Raleigh that have the newest materials and building trends, you'll want to check out the Triangle Green Homes tour this weekend. These Green Homes have special features like: Rainwater Collection Systems Zero-Voc Paints Sealed Crawl Space Energy Star Built-in Recycling centers Water efficient showers, faucets, and toilets Local prefinished hardwoods Low-Voc Carpets Many other Green Building features and techniques Cli... 05/01/2008

What Kinds of Homes and Communities are in Chatham County? Chatham County, NC New Home Communities   We've discovered another great Raleigh new home community you might enjoy.  Looking to build a custom home in Pittsboro? Check out the Cedar Grove new home community. Stanton Homes helps make it easy to find the right place to build your new home, by putting together information on great new home communities, lots and land throughout central North Carolina.  All information per MLS, and current as of posting date. Chatham County residents enjoy the scenery and slightly slower pace of life, all right next door to Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham, and everything the Triangle has to offer.  There are starter homes, custom homes, townhomes and luxury homes.    Cedar Grove is a custom homes commu... 04/23/2008

Looking for a home on land of your own in the Raleigh area? Have you seen Cattail Creek?   Beautiful custom homes on heavily wooded acreage are available at Cattail Creek, in the gorgeous Silk Hope area of Chatham County, NC.   And with homes in the $250s-$350s, you'll want to check out these incredible values.   Here are some examples of the kinds of extraordinary craftsmanship you'll find inside a Stanton Home at Cattail Creek:     Signature Radius and Elliptical Archways Our signature radius and elliptical archways are hard to find details that make an ordinary room unique.  Stanton Homes also offers rounded corners, another elusive detail that can add to the luxurious feel of a home.  Note also the extensive two-piece crown moulding and oversized baseboards, as well as the built-in ... 04/23/2008

Chatham County Activities and Events - Things to Do in Chatham County, NC   It's spring, and there's plenty to do in beautiful Chatham County!  Whether you live in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, or Chatham County itself, check out some of these great events and activities. Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival April 17-20th All Day Event Come see dozens of local and not-so-local bands, along with arts, crafts, and lots of great food.  Music includes Appalachian mountain cloggers, rap, jazz, bluegrass, country, pop, electric blues, children's chorus, folk, rock and more.  Tickets range from $22 for one day to $85 for a four-day pass.  Discounts for seniors and Chatham County residents.  Shakori Hills is in the Silk Hope area of Chatham County.  For directions, click here.     Fearrington Eve... 04/18/2008

I hadn't heard of this loan program before a great local lender pointed it out... The USDA has a 100% financing program called Rural Housing Loans.   My first thought - this must be for farms or farmland.  It's not!  These loans can be used to purchase a wide variety of homes. There are two big catches: location and income level. Surprisingly, most of the Triangle area DOES qualify, as long as you're not in the Cities of Cary, Raleigh, Durham, or Chapel Hill - the population there is too large, and this program was created to help potential homeowners in rural areas.  But that leaves a lot of areas open. As you can see, all of Chatham County is qualified, as well as Harnett and Johnston counties.  Parts of Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs, the outskirts of Apex, parts of Knightdale, Wendell... 04/08/2008

Book Sales in Raleigh/Chatham County Looking for books?  Like to read?  Then take advantage of the Annual Book Sales at local libraries and clubs in the Raleigh area! I had a great time at the Spring Book Sale this morning, held by the Friends of the Pittsboro Memorial Library.   The Spring Book Sale lasts three days, April 3-5th, from 10 am to 7 pm. I arrived just after 10 am, and wasn't surprised to find the streets surrounding the Kiwanis Building filled with parked cars.  I could see a few people hurrying towards the building with empty bags and boxes. After passing the very friendly volunteers staffing the Friends of the Library booth, I hurried inside to see if I could find some new reading material.       What a great bunch of bargains! Paperbacks - $.50 Hardbacks - $3.00 Childre... 04/03/2008

Want to Go Golfing in Chatham County? Check Out the Preserve at Jordan Lake Golf Club The Preserve at Jordan Lake Golf Club is set amongst pines and hardwoods, right next to Jordan Lake.   This beautiful rolling golf course is surrounded by woods.  The 18 hole golf course was named by Golf Week Magazine as "One of America's Top 40 Best New Courses" and also "One of America's Top 100 Residential Courses".                The Preserve at Jordan Lake Golf Club is semi private golf club. Also on the grounds is The Preserve at Jordan Lake, a golf course community with homes starting in the high $400s.  Even in early spring, the course is very pretty, and when the trees are fully leafed, the course is very private.           Facilities include a large clubhouse at the top of the hill, and The ... 03/31/2008