2011 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Sarasota/Manatee Florida

Put on your pink bra at 2011 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Sarasota/Manatee FL on Saturday October 22, 2011 at 9am at Sarasota Polo Club in Lakewood Ranch. Why support this event? Because together we can make a difference. The Greg Hudson Group has signed up as a team member of "Keeping a Breast of the Market" to walk and raise funds to support the American Cancer Society's efforts to fight breast cancer. I hope you are able to participate in this amazing event. For details about this walk, please go to http://main.acsevents.org/goto/greghudsongroup . Everyday, the American Cancer Society is helping people stay well by helping them take steps to reduce their risk of breast cancer or find it early, when it is easiest to treat; helping people get well with information, day-to-day help, and emotional support to guide them through every step of a breast cancer experience; by finding cures and promising new treatments through funding and conducting research; and by fighting back by working with lawmakers to help all women get access to screenings and care. Not only is this our opportunity to join the Sarasota/Manatee community to fight back against breast cancer, but it is also a way to inspire hope by raising funds and awareness to help those facing the disease.

New Waterfront Listing on Siesta Key

Exceptional waterfront Siesta Key home beautifully set in a lush tropical setting on the Grand Canal. Enjoy a resort style ambience with water views, boating, swimming pool, & nearby world famous Siesta Beach. This 3318 sf custom tri-level home combines both luxury and comfort in style. Spacious both inside and out with an open floor plan and ideal outdoor entertaining areas. Interior features: 4 bedroom suites (lower and upper master); 4 full baths; fine finishes throughout; elegant two-story foyer; living room with vaulted ceiling; dining room with recessed lighting; family room with French doors leading to the open waterfront paver patio; and gourmet kitchen with top quality stainless appliances, wood cabinets and granite counters. The upper master suite is appointed with a morning bar, sitting area, double French doors, a private terrace with water views and luxurious master bath. Exterior features: landscaped yard with irrigation; lighting; large paver terrace with pergola; outdoor kitchen with grill, beverage refrigerator & sink; swimming pool; outdoor shower; separate entertaining areas and privacy fence. For the boating enthusiast there is a private dock with 12,000 lb lift, water, electric, 1000 lb hoist and sea wall. Just minutes to open bay & Gulf of Mexico by boat. Home built to 2003 hurricane standards. An excellent value $1,199,000 located at 827 Paradise Way in Siesta Isles close to Siesta Beach and convenient to the shopping & dining of Siesta Village. You can see the virtual tour and photos of this home on www.greghudsonhomes.com.

"Dolly Parton - The Better Day Tour" in Sarasota this weekend

For the first time, Dolly Parton is coming to the Van Wezel in Sarasota this Sunday October 16th at 7pm. "The Better Day Tour" has only 2 Florida dates which makes it so thrilling that Sarasota is one of them! Dolly will be singing classic songs like "Jolene", "Coat of Many Colors" and her mega-hit "I Will Always Love You". If you have not had an opportunity to attend a music concert at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall then this is prime time to do so. Set along Sarasota's beautiful bayfront, the landmark Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has been entertaining audiences for more than 35 years. For more information about the hall or upcoming performances, please visit www.vanwezel.org .

New Listing in The Lake Club, Lakewood Ranch

Enjoy scenic water views from this distinctive luxury home in a gated and private club community with Tuscan-inspired setting. The St. James, by custom home builder Todd Johnston, features many fine finishes with a stylish design and Traditional exterior. Highlights include: soaring tray ceilings, crown molding throughout, deluxe trim, top quality kitchen, granite, stainless steel appliances, and gas fireplace. Master suite boasts a spacious walk-in closet with island area. The covered lanai features an outdoor kitchen with wine refrigerator and rotisserie grill. Heated pool and spa with screen enclosure overlook the scenic water view. This community has decorative bridges, brick cobbled streets, wine vineyards, stone fountains, a unique one-mile long park and The Grande Clubhouse with day spa and concierge services. It is just minutes from the Sarasota Polo Club, five premier golf courses, and beaches. 15815 Clearlake Avenue is an exceptional value $949,000. You can see the virtual tour and photos of this home on www.greghudsonhomes.com.

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch Concert Series

"Music on Main" Come join the fun and see "Wild Ginger" this Friday, October 7th at 6pm on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch. It's Top 40 Cover & music from the past 4 decades benefitting Cancer Support Community. Bring your chairs and enjoy the music while helping local organizations benefit from beer, wine and food purchases. It's fun for the whole family. You may even bring your dog (welcome on a short leash). Concerts are free to the public and held on the first Friday of each month from 6 to 9 p.m. "Music on Main" is a popular event so for easy parking try to arrive a little early. Overflow parking is available at the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.

New listing in SERENOA with breath taking lake and golf course views. You can see the virtual tour and photos of this country club home, 7304 S Serenoa Drive, on my website www.greghudsonhomes.com . This 3BR+Den is beautifully set on a 1/2 acre spacious lot (26,115sf) with privacy and pristine landscaping. Fine finishes and quality are apparent throughout this updated home originally built by luxury homebuilder Arthur Rutenberg Homes. Updates include: a completely remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances; master bath and guest bath have been updated with granite countertops; built-in units in Master Suite Closet; built-in desk unit with book shelves in the study/den. Special features include: 3 car side-entry garage, central vacuum system, in-wall pest control, intercom system, security system, newer hot water heater, and newer high efficiency electric furnace/AC unit. Spectacular sunsets can be seen from the extra large covered lanai overlooking the solar heated pool, lake and golf course. Just listed for $469,000.

New listing in SERENOA with breath taking lake and golf course views

You can see the virtual tour and photos of this country club home, 7304 S Serenoa Drive, on my website www.greghudsonhomes.com . This 3BR+Den is beautifully set on a 1/2 acre spacious lot (26,115sf) with privacy and pristine landscaping. Fine finishes and quality are apparent throughout this updated home originally built by luxury homebuilder Arthur Rutenberg Homes. Updates include: a completely remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances; master bath and guest bath have been updated with granite countertops; built-in units in Master Suite Closet; built-in desk unit with book shelves in the study/den. Special features include: 3 car side-entry garage, central vacuum system, in-wall pest control, intercom system, security system, newer hot water heater, and newer high efficiency electric furnace/AC unit. Spectacular sunsets can be seen from the extra large covered lanai overlooking the solar heated pool, lake and golf course. Just listed for $469,000.