What Do Buyers Look For in a Second or Vacation Home

The prospective second home or vacation home buyer is looking for information other than cost and amenities when selecting their destination. There are many other factors involved in the purchase. If they view their vacation home as a possible retirement location there are very important statistics and information they need to know. They are interested in the area's growth and future home appreciation history. Also, important is the area's environmental information. Is the surrounding area safe from pollutants, etc.? Other key elements they need to know, before they can make a decision is the proximity of medical care, shopping entertainment, restaurants, museums, education opportunities, attractions, transportation including airport access. Close proximity to the children and grandchildren is a key factor, as well.

Every developer needs to consider these factors when planning the location of their communities. The developers of The Ridges at Tellico Lake, took their very unique location into consideration when they planned this gated community. Located at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains on Tellico Lake the property is just a short drive to Gatlinburg and the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and a short drive to Knoxville, where the arts, great restaurants, theater and movies are easily accessible, as is McGhee Tyson Airport. Even closer are fine medical facilities, local attractions and exceptional recreational activities, fishing, boating, hiking, golf and much more.

For more information about purchasing home sites, homes and fractional ownerships, starting at $149,000 please visit www.theridgesattellicolake.com or call 1-877-Tenn-A-See (8366273)