Here's a link to a local magazine article that publicizes home staging and my staging association chapter.  http://www.todayscharlottewoman.com/component/content/article/157 The Charlotte International Association of Home Staging Professionals Regional Chapter has 30 members ready to serve the region.  We cover all counties in North Carolina and South Carolina.  We are trained professionals bound by a code of ethics, education, and excellence in our industry.  Visit our chapter Web site at http://northcarolinachapter.iahsp.com Joan Inglis, ASP, ASPM, 2008 President Charlotte IAHSP Regional Chapter (CIRC) www.LakeWylieHomeStaging.com 01/04/2009

Here Comes Fall On Lake Wylie Fall in the Tega Cay and Lake Wylie has come. Temperatures in our area are "falling". We just "fall back" one hour on our clocks last weekend. It's getting darker sooner. And the trees are turning "fall" rapidly. Living in in area with many trees sure adds color and warmth to our lives. Here area a couple pictures showing our fall color. Just another reason why we love living in Tega Cay on Lake Wylie. Lake Wylie and Fall Color November 2008   See full post at HOMESFORTMILL.COM For more information about the Lake Wylie SC area including Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Tega Cay, please contact me. I would love to share information or more pictures of our area to you. You can also find informtion about cities around lake wylie at my website HOMESFORTMILL.COM Carmen S ... 11/28/2008

Handsmill on Lake Wylie will have their first residents moving in any day! Our beautiful pristine community has approx. 6 spec homes, 3 are now sold. We currently have 4 custom homes under construction, all on dockable waterfront homesites. Even in  this economic times, it still is a great safe bet to purchase a waterfront homesite or living in a waterfront community. Come see why is is a great place to live~ 10/16/2008

Fall is here in Handsmill on Lake Wylie! The heat is subsiding and our landscaping is looking fresh. Our clubhouse is well under way.  The basement walls are poured, foundation going in.  We are planning a grand opening of the beautiful swimming pool before the beginning of summer 09, The children's playground is almost complete.  I will update some current pictures soon. Come out and visit in this beautiful fall South Carolina Weather! 10/05/2008

Handsmill, A Vanishing Breed.    Why is Handsmill a vanishing breed? It is one of the last great waterfront communities on Lake Wylie.  The scarcity of beautiful land in Lake Wylie, SC makes Handsmill lots and homes a rare and vanishing commodity indeed.  Rolling land to the water's edge, a naturally beautiful shoreline, gorgeous hardwoods, the most desired cove on Lake Wylie, true waterfront living with only 50 foot buffers and a waterfront Greenbuilt clubhouse combine to make Handsmill the last great waterfront oasis.    Come see for yourself why this scarce natural resource is a rare vanishing breed and the perfect place to call home.  09/21/2008

Do you love to Garden?  Handsmill on Lake Wylie will have community "Garden Plots"  They will be leased  to community residents at a very small fee and will be supplied with water for you to grow your own fresh vegetables and fruits. More and more people are choosing to garden.  The top 10 Reasons are: For Safe Healthy Foods - Organic Gardening Excercise - Moderate gardening can burn between 300 - 400 calories To Add Beauty to the environment To learn To make money - sell your produce Social Activity - Meet People To be creative To Win - a good way to channel competitive skills Emotional Needs - a tranquil retreat Lasting Memories - Fun to share with your family.   09/01/2008

Handsmill On Lake Wylie will have the first "LEED" Certified Clubhouse in North and South Carolina. Construction has begun:                           Some of the "Green" features that it will have are: energy efficiency, low moisture landscaping, the use of "green" products, and good air quality. One of the best features of the Clubhouse is that it will be directly on Lake Wylie.  It will have a sandy beach area down to the water for all to enjoy in the community.  So even if you do not live directly on the Lake, you will always have access to it. Handsmill's Clubhouse/Amenity Center will feature: Lake access Fitness Center Elevator Outdoor Balconies, Porches Junior Olympic Swimming Pool Kid's Splash Fountain Below is a rendering of what the Clubhouse/Amenity Center will look like: L       08/31/2008

I love animals!  This adorable little girl above is my "Baby" her name is Baby.  She is a teacup yorkie.  I am also a vegetarian, I hate the idea of cruelty to animals. Needless to say when we decided to build a "Bark Park" in Handsmill on Lake Wylie I thought it was a great idea. It will be a park where homeowners can come bring their dogs to socialize and so can their owners. It goes along with our concept of Ourdoor Living. The park will have a place to tie leashes to and water for the dogs. There is alot to love at Handsmill on Lake Wylie 08/30/2008

The playground at Handsmill on Lake Wylie is now underconstruction in this beautiful Lakefront Community.  It is all "Green" and looks like something that came out of a children's book it is so unique. Here is what it looks like in its beginning construction stage: This is what the playground will look like when it is completed in a few months: Like something out of a book! 08/24/2008

Recreation Recreation is an integral part of the Lake Wylie lifestyle. With 325 miles of shoreline, the Lake is ideal for boating, fishing, water skiing and sailing. The temperate weather also calls for residents to enjoy favorite outdoor pastimes like golf, tennis and bicycling. BoatingWhether you are just along for the ride or want to pilot your own craft, Lake Wylie offers a fantastic variety of boating adventures. FishingLake Wylie and other area lakes offer an abundance of fishing opportunities. Experience the thrill of deep-sea sports fishing off shore on the South Carolina coast which is 250 miles away. For the best places to fish, please visit www.dnr.sc.gov GolfIt's a well-known fact South Carolina golf courses offer a wealth of challenge amid beautiful settings.  To find a spe... 08/12/2008

About the Schools Children living at Handsmill on Lake Wylie will attend The Clover School District located in Clover, South Carolina. Nestled in the northwest portion of York County, Clover is located about 30 miles south of Charlotte, North Carolina. The Clover School District covers an area of approximately 142 square miles and includes schools that are among the best in the state. There are also several area private schools to choose from as well. If it's quality education you're looking for when considering Handsmill on Lake Wylie, you won't have to look far. Public Schools The Clover School District Bethel Elementary School            Crowders Creek Middle School  Clover Junior High School Clover High School Private Schools (partial listing) Blessed Hope Baptist School Charlotte C... 08/11/2008

Entertainment/Attractions Looking for some beautiful and cultural places to discover? There are plenty of them just a short drive away. Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens - 9 milesIn 1989, Daniel J. Stowe, a retired textile executive from Belmont, North Carolina, reserved 450 acres of prime rolling meadows, woodlands and lakefront property and established a foundation to develop a world-class botanical garden. A lifelong nature lover and gardening enthusiast, Dan Stowe and his wife, Alene, envisioned a complex evolving over several decades to rival other internationally renowned gardens. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is located just west of Charlotte at the N.C./S.C. state line, outside the town of Belmont. The Garden is easily accessible from Interstates 85 and 77. Discovery Place - 24 mil... 08/08/2008

Handsmill on Lake Wylie has an amenity to offer that I have not seen in any other Waterfront Community.  A Waterfront Amenity Center!  What does that mean?  It means that if you purchase a home or homesite in the interior of the community you still have access to Lake Wylie.  We took three pristine homesites and have begun our all "Leed" "Green" Amenity Center which should be complete in approximately six month.  It will feature: Sandy Beach on Lake Wylie Junior Olympic Sized Swimming Pool Splash Kiddie Fountain Fitness Center Two Story Terrace overlooking Lake Wylie Elevator Walking Trails VIEWS! So whether you are on a Dockable Waterfront Homesite in Handsmill on Lake Wylie or on an interior homesite in Handsmill on Lake Wylie,  you will have access to Lake Wylie. 08/07/2008

Discover Handsmill on Lake Wylie, SC. You are about to discover the powerful magic of Handsmill on Lake Wylie. Localed in Clover, South Carolina, only 17 miles from Charlotte, North Carolina.  It is no secret that Americans have a unique passion for waterfront living.  Those who choose to buy a building lot or purchase a home at Handsmill will enjoy a refined rustic setting inspired from the graceful southern countryside that the Carolinas are known for.   There are so many things to see and do within a short driving distance from Handsmill on Lake Wylie. It is truly a hidden paradise waiting for you and your family to explore. Here are just a few area attractions. View Handsmill on Lake Wylie on a large regional map »   Cities & Towns Charlotte, NCExperience the exciting possibilities ... 08/04/2008

  There will be no better time to buy in Handsmill on Lake Wylie - but if you are looking for a dockable waterfront homesite, you better act quickly....they are selling very quickly. Our "Leed" Green Amenity Center/Clubhouse has begun construction.  It will feature a fitness center, two stories, junior olympic sized swimming, pool, kiddie pool, sandy beach area, elevator, and since the Amenity Center is located on 3 pristine WATERFRONT homesites, VIEWS!                  Handsmill on Lake Wylie Amenities are: Gated Entrance Security Cameras Walking Trails Bark Park Garden Plots Fitness Center Green Playground Athletic Fields Juinior Olympic Swimming Pool Kiddie Pool Award Winning Clover Schools LOW York County Taxes   08/04/2008

HANDSMILL ON LAKE WYLIE PROUDLY OFFERS: Gated, Exclusive Community With Beautiful, Grand Gatehouse On-Site Video Security System Day/Night Camera Coverage of Marinas and Clubhouse Camera Based Entry Intercom System ID Visitors at Gate Waterfront Beachfront Amenity Center Junior Olympic Pool Kiddie Pool Private Beach Area Fitness Center Elevator "Green" Built Stunning French Provincial Style Clubhouse Proposed Marina 60+ Boat Slips Private Access Ramp On-SiteBoat and RV Storage Area Over 30 Acres of Open Space Reserved For: Natural Areas Walking Trails Mini Parks and Picnic Areas Athletic Field Bark Park Garden Plote Exclusive River Hills Country Club Membership Opportunity Golf, Tennis, Social Activities and Dining Low York County Property Taxes Excellent Clover, South Carolina Schools... 07/26/2008

Lake Wyle South Carolina is a vibrant and thriving community where georgraphy , people and economic vitality have created a distinctive Southern lifestyle. The leisure and enjoyment of lakeside living combined with a comfortable, small town atmosphere and convenient proximity to retail and cultural centers, make Lake Wylie a remarkable place to call home.  For enterprising individuals, growing families and active retirees, Lake Wylie is indeed the perfect setting. Located on the southwest shore of the over 13,000 acre Lake Wylie in York Conty, South Carolina, Handsmill is ideally situated for both work and play.  Lake Wylie is just 18 miles from Charlotte, on the nation's fastest growing commercial and financial centers and the Charlotte Douglas International Airport.  Handsmill is also... 07/25/2008

When we moved to Lake Wylie 12 years ago, we expected to find a great deal of history on the Civil War. After all, South Carolina was the first State to secede from the Union and was located in the heart of the South. To our surprise, we found that most of the war history related to the Revolutionary War. In fact, most of the battles and skirmishes of the Revolutionary War took place in South Carolina, not New England. The turning point of the Revolutionary War was the one hour Battle of Kings Mountain on October 7, 1780. The battle grounds are now part of Kings Mountain National Military Park, open to the public 9am to 5pm weekdays, and 9am to 6pm on weekends. The cost is FREE. Take the family, bring the dog, walk the trail to the battle grounds, and learn some American History Located... 07/24/2008

Single Family (Active) Area: 17/5 Media: 1 MLS#: 772052 LP: $299,000 Subdivision: River Hills 28 New River Trace TRCE Tax Loc: York Lake Wylie, SC 29710 County: York Total Fin HLA: 2900 SqFt Source: Appraiser Beds: 4 Baths: 3/1 Year Built: 1974 SCHOOLS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Elementary: Crowders Creek Middle: Clover High: Clover ROOMS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Main: 2nd Master, Bar/Entertainment, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Breakfast, Den, Dining Rm, Entry Hall, Kitchen, Laundry, Master BR, Sitting Upper: None Lower: None Basement: None Third: None Full Baths 3 Half Baths 1 0 PROPERTY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Approx Lot Dimens... 06/12/2008