Hillman Properties, Inc. Unveils Laterra at World Golf Village; Resort and Spa Community Inspired by Neighboring Historic St. Augustine.Sports Editors/Business Editors/Travel Writers/Real Estate Writers ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 17, 2003 Hillman Hillman was a famous British automobile marque, manufactured by the Rootes Group. It was based in Ryton-on-Dunsmore, near Coventry, England, from 1907 to 1976. Before 1907 the company had built bicycles. Properties, Inc. announces that World Golf Village is getting its first resort and spa community. Located in the King & Bear, the vision of Laterra has begun to take shape. Laterra will be a 41-acre luxurious courtyard community of just under 400 resort residences inspired by the enchanted en·chant tr.v. en·chant·ed, en·chant·ing, en·chants 1. To cast a spell over; bewitch. 2. To attract and delight; entrance. See Synonyms at charm. history of St. Augustine and the ancient tradition of golf. Laterra promises lavish living surrounded by a blend of Spanish Colonial, British Colonial, French Provincial French provincial n. A style of architecture or furniture characteristic of the provinces in 17th- and 18th-century France. , Mediterranean and Moorish influences. The community's name denotes "the good earth, the fertile land," suggesting rich color tones and its prime location within the King & Bear with paramount views of golf and nature. "We want Laterra to be a peaceful retreat for the people who will live there," said Vaughan Blaxter, chairman of the board of Hillman Properties, the community's developer. "It is our wish that Laterra becomes a place residents see as their own private getaway and that visitors think of as a truly unique experience." Laterra will initially offer 72 resort and spa residences in a mix of studios, one-, two- and three bedrooms. Residences at Laterra will feature dramatic views of the King & Bear's fairways, beautiful lagoons, intimate courtyards and lush landscaping. Jacksonville architectural firm An architectural firm is a company which employs one or more licensed architects and practices the profession of architecture. History Architects (master builders) have existed since early in recorded history. The earliest recorded architects include Imhotep (c. Rink Reynolds Diamond Fisher Wilson will provide designs consistent with both the architectural legacy of St. Augustine and the area's pristine natural environment. The centerpiece of the first phase will be the Spa at Laterra - a world-class spa designed by renowned spa architect Robert D. Henry, who is noted for designing Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach with Donald Trump
Laterra will stand out from other communities through six primary differentiators: Legendary Golf - Surrounded by the much-acclaimed King & Bear and with the Slammer A worm that caused a billion dollars worth of damage on the Internet on January 25, 2003. Slammer infected computers all over the Internet by generating random IP addresses and causing the computer's buffer to overflow with its own instructions that replicate itself and start the process & Squire just around the corner, Laterra will offer golfers access to some of the finest golfing not just in this area, but in the world. The Spa at Laterra - One of Laterra's finest features will be its magnificent European-style spa, which will feature a wide range of health, well-being, fitness and beauty facilities, all designed to complement the active lifestyles of Laterra's residents. Stunning Architecture - Inspired by the quaint and simple villages and courtyards of historic St. Augustine, Laterra's architecture will be its crowning glory. Shade, light, texture, flora and stone are leveraged to create both interior and exterior architectural designs that serve two masters: form and function. The Serenata Ser`e`na´ta n. 1. (Mus.) A piece of vocal music, especially one on an amoreus subject; a serenade. Or serenate, which the starved lover sings To his pround fair. - Milton. Beach Club - Life at Laterra will bring with it an opportunity for membership at the stunning Serenata Beach Club, South Ponte Vedra's newest and most highly regarded club. Amenities at the club include dining, fitness, swimming pools and recreation equipment and instruction. Resort-to-Resort - Residents at Laterra will have access to a host of resorts from around the world. This program is an exclusive exchange opportunity for owners of select resort properties including Whistler/Blackcomb, British Columbia; Sandestin, Florida; Tremblant, Quebec; Blue Mountain, Ontario; Panorama and Sun Peaks, British Columbia; Copper, Colorado; Mammoth and Squaw Valley, California Squaw Valley is the name of multiple communities in the U.S. state of California:
The wider area is served by Frontier Communications using the area code and exchange 304-572-XXXX. ; or Mountain Creek, New Jersey. Natural Environment - With its individual courtyards and stunning natural environment, Laterra offers a taste of Northeast Florida unrivaled by other gated communities. These natural surroundings are complemented by the beauty of one of the area's finest golf courses and preservation lands, all within view of the various residences at Laterra. "The location is exceptional," said Wayne Lyle, regional sales and marketing director for Playground, Laterra's marketing partner. "With the combination of natural beauty and stellar golf that this community will offer, teamed with the architectural goals we've set, the result will be unbelievable." Laterra's first homes are now available through a Limited Priority Reservation(TM) program. The community's developer, Hillman Properties, Inc. is an affiliate of The Hillman Company, a privately owned diversified investment company Diversified investment company An investment vehicle such as a mutual fund that invests in an assortment of securities. headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Hillman has been actively involved in the development of most of the residential communities at World Golf Village. Currently, Laterra is being marketed through Playground, a division of Intrawest Company. Playground has been established to focus solely on the sales and marketing of destination real estate for both Intrawest and other select developers. Playground's mission is "to connect people with the ultimate places to play." For more information on Laterra and its Limited Priority Reservation(TM) program, call (904) 940-2433 or (800) 940-6630 or visit http://www.LaterraHome.com. |
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