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GOLF COMMUNITIES Connecting with a New Location What makes a great golf community? What do you look for in a new residence, a new neighborhood and a new area? What would be an improvement over where you are now? “Location, location, location” is the cliché answer to the question about the three most important factors in choosing a new home. And that was often true if the proximity you sought was to your place of business. But we’re well into the 21^st century now and you can work from anywhere that has good cell-phone service and high-speed Internet access. And even if you’re retired, you can still manage your personal business and stay in instant touch with family and friends using the same technology. Across the American West and down into Mexico, established golf communities are expanding and new ones are being developed in locations prized for their agreeable weather and their nearness to a year-round variety of outdoor recreations. In addition to distinguished private golf courses, each has a unique mix of on-site amenities like fitness facilities, clubhouse dining, community services, stables, spas and so much more. And if you can find what you want in a well-planned development with stylish, energy-efficient homes at a price that fits your budget, then that’s the location for you. Where are those great Western golf communities? Here are our top residential choices for “The Best of The West": Colorado - Page 2 California - Page 3 Oregon & Utah - Page 4 Arizona, Wyoming and New Mexico - Page 5 Mexico - Page 6 COLORADO Home on the Range Cornerstone Colorado (877-855-7273, cornerstonecolorado.com) encompasses 6,000 majestic acres in the southwestern part of the state and a new concept in frontier living: join the country club and live on your ranch. In a landscape of frontier meadows, aspen glades and mountain vistas, Greg Norman’s minimalist design approach was a perfect fit for the private Cornerstone golf course. From the daunting Shark Tees that offer a real challenge at 8,000 total yards to the Tyke’s Tees that are 50 yards from each green, Norman planned this sprawling course to make everyone’s round a joy. In addition to a complete array of summertime activities like hiking, fishing and horseback riding, Cornerstone has its own trail systems for cross-country skiers and a members-only clubhouse in nearby Telluride. But Cornerstone Colorado’s most unique feature is its range of “homestead” options, from convenient village residences on less than an acre each and estate homes on multi-acre parcels to genuine frontier ranches covering up to 100 acres. If you were wondering whether there was anywhere left in the American West with plenty of room for your elbows and your horses, Cornerstone Colorado has a positive answer for you. Living on the Edge Cougar Canyon (877-547-7455 cougarcanyonliving.com) near the historic Colorado town of Trinidad features the region’s most acclaimed new golf course and new neighborhoods for serious nature lovers. Cougar Canyon is the right place for families who want to live in a private community with on-site access to a complete roster of resort-style amenities. Nicklaus Design’s Cougar Canyon golf course opened last year to unanimous praise and several “Best New” awards from major industry publications. And construction is well underway for the community’s 117-suite boutique hotel and on-site amenities that will include a spa, shops, restaurant and lounge, business center and fitness facilities with a pool and hot tub. The first designer homes and custom homesites to be offered at Cougar Canyon are just a short stroll from the clubhouse and recreation center. Are daily walks and weekend hikes an important part of your lifestyle? An eight-mile Conservancy Trail loops through the community itself and connects to trailheads at the adjacent Cougar Canyon Conservancy, a 3,000-acre wonderland of pristine beauty. Residents can explore on their own or enjoy guided walks, participate in conservation programs and join community environmental clubs for everything from bird watching to organic gardening. Cougar Canyon is a natural choice. Up, Up and Away Glacier Club (888-382-7888 theglacierclub.com) sits at an elevation of 8,000 feet, surrounded by mountain peaks that rise an addition 6,000 feet towards the heavens. Sound like an awesome location for a golf paradise? You should check out the pictures. If variety of private play is atop your priority list, Glacier Club offers 27 holes of on-site golf in three distinctive nines. The Cliffs, Hermosa and Glacier courses were each built in a unique pocket of the rich landscape, sometimes through rock-wall canyons, sometimes around sparkling ice-melt lakes and always adorned for the appropriate season in the pastels of spring, the deep greens of summer and the vivid hues of fall. Located in the Animus River valley near Durango, Glacier Club is in the heart of a region renowned for its ski resorts, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, hiking trails and cultural attractions. Residential options with authentic Western style include luxury townhomes in mountain and woodland settings, club cottages along the golf course and custom homesites that overlook the adjacent national forest. Top-flight golf and a lifestyle above the rest is what you’ll discover at Glacier Club. CALIFORNIA Playing Around Tahoe Martis Camp (800-721-9005 martiscamp.com) enjoys one of the most scenic locations in America on more than 2,000 acres along the California north shore of Lake Tahoe. Tens of thousands of families head to the area every year to enjoy the High Sierra lifestyle for a week of vacation. Martis Camp wants yours to stay forever. Year-round outdoor activities are the priority at Martis Camp. Tom Fazio’s design of the community’s private golf course is awesome, a perfect blend of the existing splendor of the landscape with a very playable club layout. And there’s a Dick Bailey Putting Course, giving Martis Camp a unique golf venue that the whole family can enjoy. The tennis courts, fishing ponds and 26 miles of hiking trails enhance the warm-weather fun. In winter, Martis Camp Club members will have on-site lift access to all ski facilities at the adjacent Northstar Resort Mountain, while the fitness center and spa keep you ship-shape all year long. But Martis Camp’s most welcomed amenity might be the Family Barn, home to the pool, bowling alley, soda fountain and movie theater, as well as a library, art galley and concert park. Homesites in the low-density community range up to five acres in size. But with so much to do here, don’t plan on spending too much time on the couch at Martis Camp. Enclave of Elegance The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe (858-756-8700 thebridgesrsf.com) in the coastal foothills near San Diego has a style all its own and a special place in contemporary golf history. For three straight years, this was the site of “The Battle of The Bridges,” including the legendary 2005 match between Tiger Woods and John Daly against Phil Michelson and Retief Goosen. Millions of golf fans worldwide followed the competition and the private Bridges Club now welcomes members and their guests to create their own golf memories. With a superb fitness center, an on-site day spa and more, The Bridges offers a variety of impressive amenities. However, if you’re looking for a special Southern California location with an emphasis on classic Old World style, The Bridges is the place for you. The homesites of up to three acres offer sweeping hillside views that remind many of the Mediterranean countryside. And the custom homes from The Cortile Collection are exquisite, with architectural themes that include Tuscan Farmhouse, Formal Italian and Spanish. Exterior stonework, oversized fireplaces, exposed wood beams, private garden courtyards—these are homes with an elegance that have been tested by time. And The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe are at the top of that class. OREGON Building a Lifestyle Brasada Ranch (888-244-6015 brasada.com ) in central Oregon between Bend and Redmond features more than 300 days of annual sunshine and a surprisingly moderate range of temperatures in the High Desert climate. The Brasada Canyons Golf Club is home to a spectacular private course, one of more than 30 layouts in an area renowned for great golf. The Brasada Equestrian Center is a state-of-the-sport facility with trails on hundreds of acres, full-service stables and indoor/outdoor arenas that host a variety of competitive vents. The Brasada Athletic Club is a complete fitness and wellness facility, while residents who like to feel all that sunshine on their faces appreciate the hiking/biking trails and stocked ponds. And the nearby ski slopes offer winter fun in the mountains. Brasada Ranch has distinguished itself by winning a number of major awards for energy-efficient and environmentally sound designs, including the prestigious “Community of the Year” honor by industry-leading Builder magazine. All things considered, Brasada Ranch might just be the right place for you to build, too. UTAH Get Out and Play Red Ledges (877-733-5334 redledges.com) is Utah’s newest residential community for families that want to enjoy all four seasons of outdoor recreation with the biggest names in the business. Jack Nicklaus is building a private Signature golf course at Red Ledges on the development’s most beautiful land, plus a unique nine-hole short course designed especially for family play. A Jim McLean Golf School and Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center will also be located on-site, making Red Ledges the only place in the world where you’ll find signature facilities from all three of those top names in their respective professions. There will also be spa and fitness facilities, an equestrian center, a kids camp and even an adventure concierge to help you plan your summer and winter activities, including daytrips to nearby Deer Valley, considered by many to be America’s best ski destination. Located near Heber City, just 45 minutes from Salt Lake City, Red Ledges is currently offering choice homesites and construction begins this summer on the first golf cottages and custom homes. And you’ll like the fact that Red Ledges has a web page with dozens of building-in-progress photos that are updated every month. You may also like what you discover about real estate values in Utah these days. And that might be the most fun of all. WYOMING Join the Club The Powder Horn Golf Community (800-329-0598 thepowderhorn.com), located in northern Wyoming just outside of Sheridan, is situated in a true wilderness area where neighbors quickly become friends. Golf is the centerpiece amenity at The Powder Horn, home to a magnificent 27-hole course that has received a number of national recognitions for its spectacular views, beautifully manicured holes and overall environmental sensitivity. One of the golf club’s most active groups is The Powder Horn Ladies Golf Association (PHLGA), which holds weekly member events in the summer and an annual tournament, while serving as a social hub for lady players and their guests. Additional amenities include tennis courts, a swim center, fine dining at Remington’s and Western-style camaraderie at The Cowboy Bar. In fact, The Powder Horn’s community spirit is one of its finest features, from a variety of social clubs and interest groups to an involved home owners’ association. And those residents are rightly proud of their growing community, which offers large homesites, cozy club cottages, unique deck homes and luxurious custom designs. If fabulous golf and welcoming neighbors are what you seek, look no further than The Powder Horn. NEW MEXICO Natural Respect Rainmakers (866-700-8439 rainmakersusa.com) is a golf and recreational community on more than 1,000 scenic acres in south-central New Mexico. What makes this new development so special is the commitment right from the start to preserve the area’s pristine environment and honor the region’s cultural heritage. The entire community and the new Rainmakers golf course by Robert Trent Jones II, which opens this spring, are members of the Audubon International Signature Program. No effort has been spared to protect the native flora and fauna, to conserve and manage the water resources and to build only the most energy-efficient homes. And that loving care for the land is Rainmakers’ best tribute to the First Americans who have lived in the area for thousands of years, an homage that will be symbolically represented by a 27-foot-tall bronze sculpture at the clubhouse entrance. Even the real estate offerings honor Indian traditions: in addition to custom homesite, the Pueblos at Rainmakers are two- to four-bedroom town homes inspired by nearby ancient cliff dwellings. Additional Rainmaker amenities include a restaurant and lounge, a fitness center with spa, pool and tennis facilities, and the adjacent Spencer Center for the Performing Arts. Immerse yourself in natural history with modern convenience at Rainmakers. ARIZONA The Grand Life Pine Canyon (866-779-5700 pinecanyon.net) in northern Arizona is a golf community surrounded by federally protected forest land and just a short drive from Grand Canyon National Park. The Pine Canyon Club features an exquisite golf course designed by architect Jay Moorish. The layout winds through evergreen forests and around trout-stocked lakes towards a climax on the “Double or Nothing” 19th hole with an island green where all matches can be settled in memorable style. The Pine Canyon Clubhouse is the place where members meet and relax, with amenities that include indoor/outdoor dining areas, a superb health and fitness facility, and a full-service spa and salon. The hiking trails are terrific and the new Camp Pine Canyon opens this year with sports, arts and entertainments for the kids. The residential options at Pine Canyon offer a diversity that you’ll find nowhere else. From Mountain Vista Condominiums, Elk Pass Townhomes and Creekside Village residences to luxurious custom homes and mountain-view homesites, the rustic Pine Canyon architectural style fits this community to a tee. A year-round destination in Arizona awaits your family at Pine Canyon. MEXICO All’s Well, Every Day Luma (822-554-LUMA, lumaliving.com) could have been the site of a bustling destination resort on Mexican Pacific coast just north of Puerto Vallarta. Instead, it’s a beachfront oasis for owners who value the wellness lifestyle in a year-round paradise that’s warmed by the sun and cooled by sea breezes. Your healthy day at Luma starts with the Lifestyle Concierge Program to help arrange your travel, home maintenance, restaurant reservations, tee times and other important appointments. An early-morning round at the Robert Von Hagge-designed El Tigre Golf Club course is a great starter. Sailing, scuba diving and tennis are among your other recreational choices. But what sets Luma apart is its one-of-a-kind Wellbeing Center, with an oceanview fitness facility, outdoor massage cabanas, meditation gardens, walking paths and a complete medical clinic with an English-speaking professional staff. And there’s an art gallery with workshop rooms, a community library, gourmet restaurants and shops, and a lifelong-learning center with classrooms and meeting space. Buying a home in Mexico has never been easier and Luma is presently offering residences in Towers One and Two, each with ocean views to the west, mountain scenery to the east and spacious terraces to appreciate those quiet moments at sunrise and sunset. Check out Luma and start feeling better about your life. Baja Bliss Quivira Los Cabos (quiviraloscabos.com) is a new Mexican golf community taking shape on the tip of the Baja Peninsula near Cabo San Lucas. This is the land’s end, a timeless place where the Sea of Cortes joins the Pacific Ocean. Now it’s the location of the ultimate retreat. Between early-morning beach walks and late-afternoon siestas, residents at Quivira Los Cabos will enjoy a host of luxury amenities. Jack Nicklaus Signature Design is building 36 holes of championship golf in oceanside settings. After hiking or biking on more than 20 miles of nature trails or a vigorous workout at the sports and fitness center, you can relax at the Pacifica Holistic Retreat & Spa or the private beach club with seaside dining. The community’s architectural style will be Spanish Colonial, complete with handcrafted iron and stone. Full-ownership residences will feature spectacular views. Personal service of the highest quality is also part of the Quivira Los Cabos commitment. The only part that’s missing is you.

Special Advertising Section:
Best of The West - Communities

GOLF COMMUNITIES
Connecting with a New Location

What makes a great golf community? What do you look for in a new residence, a new neighborhood and a new area? What would be an improvement over where you are now?

“Location, location, location” is the cliché answer to the question about the three most important factors in choosing a new home. And that was often true if the proximity you sought was to your place of business. But we’re well into the 21^st century now and you can work from anywhere that has good cell-phone service and high-speed Internet access. And even if you’re retired, you can still manage your personal business and stay in instant touch with family and friends using the same technology.

Across the American West and down into Mexico, established golf communities are expanding and new ones are being developed in locations prized for their agreeable weather and their nearness to a year-round variety of outdoor recreations. In addition to distinguished private golf courses, each has a unique mix of on-site amenities like fitness facilities, clubhouse dining, community services, stables, spas and so much more. And if you can find what you want in a well-planned development with stylish, energy-efficient homes at a price that fits your budget, then that’s the location for you.

Where are those great Western golf communities? Here are our top residential choices for “The Best of The West":

Colorado - Page 2
California - Page 3
Oregon & Utah - Page 4
Arizona, Wyoming and New Mexico - Page 5
Mexico - Page 6

COLORADO

Home on the Range

Cornerstone Colorado (877-855-7273, cornerstonecolorado.com) encompasses 6,000 majestic acres in the southwestern part of the state and a new concept in frontier living: join the country club and live on your ranch.

In a landscape of frontier meadows, aspen glades and mountain vistas, Greg Norman’s minimalist design approach was a perfect fit for the private Cornerstone golf course. From the daunting Shark Tees that offer a real challenge at 8,000 total yards to the Tyke’s Tees that are 50 yards from each green, Norman planned this sprawling course to make everyone’s round a joy. In addition to a complete array of summertime activities like hiking, fishing and horseback riding, Cornerstone has its own trail systems for cross-country skiers and a members-only clubhouse in nearby Telluride.

But Cornerstone Colorado’s most unique feature is its range of “homestead” options, from convenient village residences on less than an acre each and estate homes on multi-acre parcels to genuine frontier ranches covering up to 100 acres. If you were wondering whether there was anywhere left in the American West with plenty of room for your elbows and your horses, Cornerstone Colorado has a positive answer for you.

Living on the Edge

Cougar Canyon (877-547-7455 cougarcanyonliving.com) near the historic Colorado town of Trinidad features the region’s most acclaimed new golf course and new neighborhoods for serious nature lovers.

Cougar Canyon is the right place for families who want to live in a private community with on-site access to a complete roster of resort-style amenities. Nicklaus Design’s Cougar Canyon golf course opened last year to unanimous praise and several “Best New” awards from major industry publications. And construction is well underway for the community’s 117-suite boutique hotel and on-site amenities that will include a spa, shops, restaurant and lounge, business center and fitness facilities with a pool and hot tub. The first designer homes and custom homesites to be offered at Cougar Canyon are just a short stroll from the clubhouse and recreation center.

Are daily walks and weekend hikes an important part of your lifestyle? An eight-mile Conservancy Trail loops through the community itself and connects to trailheads at the adjacent Cougar Canyon Conservancy, a 3,000-acre wonderland of pristine beauty. Residents can explore on their own or enjoy guided walks, participate in conservation programs and join community environmental clubs for everything from bird watching to organic gardening. Cougar Canyon is a natural choice.

Up, Up and Away

Glacier Club (888-382-7888 theglacierclub.com) sits at an elevation of 8,000 feet, surrounded by mountain peaks that rise an addition 6,000 feet towards the heavens. Sound like an awesome location for a golf paradise? You should check out the pictures.

If variety of private play is atop your priority list, Glacier Club offers 27 holes of on-site golf in three distinctive nines. The Cliffs, Hermosa and Glacier courses were each built in a unique pocket of the rich landscape, sometimes through rock-wall canyons, sometimes around sparkling ice-melt lakes and always adorned for the appropriate season in the pastels of spring, the deep greens of summer and the vivid hues of fall.

Located in the Animus River valley near Durango, Glacier Club is in the heart of a region renowned for its ski resorts, fly fishing, whitewater rafting, hiking trails and cultural attractions. Residential options with authentic Western style include luxury townhomes in mountain and woodland settings, club cottages along the golf course and custom homesites that overlook the adjacent national forest. Top-flight golf and a lifestyle above the rest is what you’ll discover at Glacier Club.

CALIFORNIA

Playing Around Tahoe

Martis Camp (800-721-9005 martiscamp.com) enjoys one of the most scenic locations in America on more than 2,000 acres along the California north shore of Lake Tahoe. Tens of thousands of families head to the area every year to enjoy the High Sierra lifestyle for a week of vacation. Martis Camp wants yours to stay forever.

Year-round outdoor activities are the priority at Martis Camp. Tom Fazio’s design of the community’s private golf course is awesome, a perfect blend of the existing splendor of the landscape with a very playable club layout. And there’s a Dick Bailey Putting Course, giving Martis Camp a unique golf venue that the whole family can enjoy. The tennis courts, fishing ponds and 26 miles of hiking trails enhance the warm-weather fun. In winter, Martis Camp Club members will have on-site lift access to all ski facilities at the adjacent Northstar Resort Mountain, while the fitness center and spa keep you ship-shape all year long. But Martis Camp’s most welcomed amenity might be the Family Barn, home to the pool, bowling alley, soda fountain and movie theater, as well as a library, art galley and concert park.

Homesites in the low-density community range up to five acres in size. But with so much to do here, don’t plan on spending too much time on the couch at Martis Camp.

Enclave of Elegance

The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe (858-756-8700 thebridgesrsf.com) in the coastal foothills near San Diego has a style all its own and a special place in contemporary golf history. For three straight years, this was the site of “The Battle of The Bridges,” including the legendary 2005 match between Tiger Woods and John Daly against Phil Michelson and Retief Goosen. Millions of golf fans worldwide followed the competition and the private Bridges Club now welcomes members and their guests to create their own golf memories.

With a superb fitness center, an on-site day spa and more, The Bridges offers a variety of impressive amenities. However, if you’re looking for a special Southern California location with an emphasis on classic Old World style, The Bridges is the place for you. The homesites of up to three acres offer sweeping hillside views that remind many of the Mediterranean countryside. And the custom homes from The Cortile Collection are exquisite, with architectural themes that include Tuscan Farmhouse, Formal Italian and Spanish. Exterior stonework, oversized fireplaces, exposed wood beams, private garden courtyards—these are homes with an elegance that have been tested by time. And The Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe are at the top of that class.

OREGON

Building a Lifestyle

Brasada Ranch (888-244-6015 brasada.com ) in central Oregon between Bend and Redmond features more than 300 days of annual sunshine and a surprisingly moderate range of temperatures in the High Desert climate.

The Brasada Canyons Golf Club is home to a spectacular private course, one of more than 30 layouts in an area renowned for great golf. The Brasada Equestrian Center is a state-of-the-sport facility with trails on hundreds of acres, full-service stables and indoor/outdoor arenas that host a variety of competitive vents. The Brasada Athletic Club is a complete fitness and wellness facility, while residents who like to feel all that sunshine on their faces appreciate the hiking/biking trails and stocked ponds. And the nearby ski slopes offer winter fun in the mountains.

Brasada Ranch has distinguished itself by winning a number of major awards for energy-efficient and environmentally sound designs, including the prestigious “Community of the Year” honor by industry-leading Builder magazine. All things considered, Brasada Ranch might just be the right place for you to build, too.

UTAH

Get Out and Play

Red Ledges (877-733-5334 redledges.com) is Utah’s newest residential community for families that want to enjoy all four seasons of outdoor recreation with the biggest names in the business.

Jack Nicklaus is building a private Signature golf course at Red Ledges on the development’s most beautiful land, plus a unique nine-hole short course designed especially for family play. A Jim McLean Golf School and Cliff Drysdale Tennis Center will also be located on-site, making Red Ledges the only place in the world where you’ll find signature facilities from all three of those top names in their respective professions. There will also be spa and fitness facilities, an equestrian center, a kids camp and even an adventure concierge to help you plan your summer and winter activities, including daytrips to nearby Deer Valley, considered by many to be America’s best ski destination.

Located near Heber City, just 45 minutes from Salt Lake City, Red Ledges is currently offering choice homesites and construction begins this summer on the first golf cottages and custom homes. And you’ll like the fact that Red Ledges has a web page with dozens of building-in-progress photos that are updated every month. You may also like what you discover about real estate values in Utah these days. And that might be the most fun of all.

WYOMING

Join the Club

The Powder Horn Golf Community (800-329-0598 thepowderhorn.com), located in northern Wyoming just outside of Sheridan, is situated in a true wilderness area where neighbors quickly become friends.

Golf is the centerpiece amenity at The Powder Horn, home to a magnificent 27-hole course that has received a number of national recognitions for its spectacular views, beautifully manicured holes and overall environmental sensitivity. One of the golf club’s most active groups is The Powder Horn Ladies Golf Association (PHLGA), which holds weekly member events in the summer and an annual tournament, while serving as a social hub for lady players and their guests. Additional amenities include tennis courts, a swim center, fine dining at Remington’s and Western-style camaraderie at The Cowboy Bar.

In fact, The Powder Horn’s community spirit is one of its finest features, from a variety of social clubs and interest groups to an involved home owners’ association. And those residents are rightly proud of their growing community, which offers large homesites, cozy club cottages, unique deck homes and luxurious custom designs. If fabulous golf and welcoming neighbors are what you seek, look no further than The Powder Horn.

NEW MEXICO

Natural Respect

Rainmakers (866-700-8439 rainmakersusa.com) is a golf and recreational community on more than 1,000 scenic acres in south-central New Mexico. What makes this new development so special is the commitment right from the start to preserve the area’s pristine environment and honor the region’s cultural heritage.

The entire community and the new Rainmakers golf course by Robert Trent Jones II, which opens this spring, are members of the Audubon International Signature Program. No effort has been spared to protect the native flora and fauna, to conserve and manage the water resources and to build only the most energy-efficient homes. And that loving care for the land is Rainmakers’ best tribute to the First Americans who have lived in the area for thousands of years, an homage that will be symbolically represented by a 27-foot-tall bronze sculpture at the clubhouse entrance. Even the real estate offerings honor Indian traditions: in addition to custom homesite, the Pueblos at Rainmakers are two- to four-bedroom town homes inspired by nearby ancient cliff dwellings.

Additional Rainmaker amenities include a restaurant and lounge, a fitness center with spa, pool and tennis facilities, and the adjacent Spencer Center for the Performing Arts. Immerse yourself in natural history with modern convenience at Rainmakers.

ARIZONA

The Grand Life

Pine Canyon (866-779-5700 pinecanyon.net) in northern Arizona is a golf community surrounded by federally protected forest land and just a short drive from Grand Canyon National Park.

The Pine Canyon Club features an exquisite golf course designed by architect Jay Moorish. The layout winds through evergreen forests and around trout-stocked lakes towards a climax on the “Double or Nothing” 19th hole with an island green where all matches can be settled in memorable style. The Pine Canyon Clubhouse is the place where members meet and relax, with amenities that include indoor/outdoor dining areas, a superb health and fitness facility, and a full-service spa and salon. The hiking trails are terrific and the new Camp Pine Canyon opens this year with sports, arts and entertainments for the kids.

The residential options at Pine Canyon offer a diversity that you’ll find nowhere else. From Mountain Vista Condominiums, Elk Pass Townhomes and Creekside Village residences to luxurious custom homes and mountain-view homesites, the rustic Pine Canyon architectural style fits this community to a tee. A year-round destination in Arizona awaits your family at Pine Canyon.

MEXICO

All’s Well, Every Day

Luma (822-554-LUMA, lumaliving.com) could have been the site of a bustling destination resort on Mexican Pacific coast just north of Puerto Vallarta. Instead, it’s a beachfront oasis for owners who value the wellness lifestyle in a year-round paradise that’s warmed by the sun and cooled by sea breezes.

Your healthy day at Luma starts with the Lifestyle Concierge Program to help arrange your travel, home maintenance, restaurant reservations, tee times and other important appointments. An early-morning round at the Robert Von Hagge-designed El Tigre Golf Club course is a great starter. Sailing, scuba diving and tennis are among your other recreational choices. But what sets Luma apart is its one-of-a-kind Wellbeing Center, with an oceanview fitness facility, outdoor massage cabanas, meditation gardens, walking paths and a complete medical clinic with an English-speaking professional staff. And there’s an art gallery with workshop rooms, a community library, gourmet restaurants and shops, and a lifelong-learning center with classrooms and meeting space.

Buying a home in Mexico has never been easier and Luma is presently offering residences in Towers One and Two, each with ocean views to the west, mountain scenery to the east and spacious terraces to appreciate those quiet moments at sunrise and sunset. Check out Luma and start feeling better about your life.

Baja Bliss

Quivira Los Cabos (quiviraloscabos.com) is a new Mexican golf community taking shape on the tip of the Baja Peninsula near Cabo San Lucas. This is the land’s end, a timeless place where the Sea of Cortes joins the Pacific Ocean. Now it’s the location of the ultimate retreat.

Between early-morning beach walks and late-afternoon siestas, residents at Quivira Los Cabos will enjoy a host of luxury amenities. Jack Nicklaus Signature Design is building 36 holes of championship golf in oceanside settings. After hiking or biking on more than 20 miles of nature trails or a vigorous workout at the sports and fitness center, you can relax at the Pacifica Holistic Retreat & Spa or the private beach club with seaside dining. The community’s architectural style will be Spanish Colonial, complete with handcrafted iron and stone. Full-ownership residences will feature spectacular views.

Personal service of the highest quality is also part of the Quivira Los Cabos commitment. The only part that’s missing is you.