Crowne View Estates | Traveler Press Release, April 16, 2008

Crowne View Estates is ‘booming’ as Branson’s most successful luxury accommodations and vacation ownership resort property. "Crowne View Estates phase one sales and development has set the standard for premier property ownership for all of Branson and Table Rock Lake." remarked C.J. Perme, President and Owner of Grand Crowne Resorts. "I picked this piece of property with our Grand Crowne Resorts owners in mind," commented Mr. Perme "they’ll find no lake resort with better views, location, privacy or amenities."

Things are going extremely well for the resort which opened its doors during Fourth of July weekend in 2007. Over forty units have been sold in less than a year, the parkway to Highway 265 is on schedule for completion, preparations are taking place for construction of the indoor water park and thousands of guests have enjoyed overnight retreats and vacations.

With virtually no remaining prime lakefront property around Table Rock Lake, there is no doubt that Crowne View Estates will be the most sought after real estate on the Branson market this summer.

Branson Real Estate Still Appreciating 5% Annually
Most of the United States is struggling with lagging real estate markets and foreclosures.

However, the Branson real estate market is soaring... just like it has traditionally for the past 15 years. The Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors reports Branson real estate appreciation has averaged 5% annually. Branson Convention and Visitors Bureau states visitor base has increased 8% on average. "Selling prices, particularly for vacation/destination property, have held their values very well." remarked Dan Boone of Coldwell Bankers Hometeam Realty of Branson.

TIME Magazine and BusinessWeek Think So
Time Magazine featured an article called ‘Home Free’ by Dan Kadlec (Time Magazine "Home Free" September 6, 2007). The article names Branson, Missouri as one of four vacation destinations that are favorable and economically feasible for purchasing a second home or vacation home.

In 2006, primary residence sales fell, but vacation-home sales rose nearly 5%, says the National Association of Realtors. The average buyer of a resort-property home was 44; a third of those people said they plan to move to their second home full-time later on.

Business Week (Business Week "18 New Places to Retire" November 13, 2006) revealed Branson, Missouri as one of the latest regions which are catering to baby boomers seeking retirement and leisure. Andrew Schiller, PhD, a geographer who created neighborhoodscout.com, a Web search engine for people looking to move, reported: "Increasingly, people of retirement age are looking to live near ‘real’ towns and cities. Places with character that are off the beaten path. They don't want plastic, retirement-only communities. They want places that are safe, clean, friendly, not crowded, and rich in services and amenities."

If an owner is seeking retirement in a decade or so and can afford to buy now, the current real estate marketplace may have created a favorable opportunity to purchase resort property early. Being just 10 minutes from Branson’s bustling entertainment district, Crowne View Estates is an ideal location for owners to purchase upscale resort property.

The Lodges at Table Rock Lake
The Lodges at Table Rock Lake represent the initial development of Phase One at Crowne View Estates. Impeccably-appointed, these 2270 square foot four-bedroom, cabin-style Lodges are carefully crafted with luxuries and distinctive touches that reflect Ozark Mountain style.

Appointments include a fully-equipped kitchen, spacious living and dining rooms, 20’ vaulted ceiling, maintenance-free exterior, rustic fireplace, large jetted tubs, LCD flat panel television/DVD player, hi-speed internet access, hardwood and oversized tile flooring. Each Lodge also features a spacious, screened-in porch complete with wooden dining table, slant-back lounge chairs, and checker board for the kid in all of us.

Select Lodges are still available for purchase. New five and six-bedroom floor plans are also now available, as new Lodge owners are creating second homes for larger families and circles of friends.

The Condominiums at Table Rock Lake
The Condominiums at Table Rock Lake feature one and two-bedroom lake view residences ranging from 700 square feet to 1,100 square feet.

All residences will command ultra-comfortable living and dining spaces offering panoramic views of Branson’s most popular body of water…Table Rock Lake. These spacious condominiums bring a new level of relaxation, seclusion and serenity.

Delivered fully furnished, The Condominiums at Table Rock Lake will feature the same authentic design themes and style as established in the much admired Lodges. Rose-wood cabinetry, hardwood floors, jetted tubs, dual vanities, LCD Flat Panel televisions, hi-speed internet access, unlimited long distance telephone service, premium cable entertainment, top-of-the line appliances and a private deck complete the vacation ownership experience found inside The Condominiums.

Construction is scheduled to begin in April with completion of the first tower scheduled for late 2008.

Like The Lodges, owners of The Condominiums at Table Rock Lake will have an opportunity to participate in a professionally-managed rental program. Owners can use their condos when they want and receive rent revenue when they’re not there. The management company will handle all guest services as well as operation of the property.

The Condominiums at Table Rock Lake prices are nothing short of unbelievable. Residences will start at $109,900. Final prices have not yet been established, as this property opportunity is very early in the development process and over 85% of the first two buildings have been reserved. Existing Grand Crowne Resorts’ owners may reserve one of these lakefront residences for a limited time by contacting Dan Boone of Coldwell Bankers at 1-866-890-9689.

Location and Amenities Anyone?
This area has been a retreat for generations of visitors, especially families looking for inspirational living and holidays. The Table Rock Lake area offers some of the finest beaches, sailing, fishing, boating, and water sports anywhere in the Midwest.

Only minutes from Branson and a short drive to Bass Pro Shops in Springfield, the resort community is located on Indian Point Road between Silver Dollar City and Table Rock Lake. With an indoor water park as the cornerstone, Crowne View Estates will cater to owners and guests with an impressive range of amenities: concierge service, nature trails, privacy, seclusion, boat/trailer parking, private gazebos, BBQ grills, family activities, and easy access to public boat slips and rentals.

Interested If You Could Trade-In Your Timeshare?
You may qualify. A trade equity program is available for current Grand Crowne Resorts owners who are interested in purchasing one of the few remaining Lodges or new Condominiums.

"Grand Crowne Resorts timeshare owners may be eligible for a partial equity trade toward the purchase of a second home at Crowne View Estates. If an owner is in good standing with the developer, all maintenance fees are paid and current, and their week is deeded," reported Dan Boone "then the owner may qualify for the trade equity program." To see if you qualify for the trade equity program, contact Dan Boone of Coldwell Bankers at 1-866-890-9689. Other conditions apply. Not all owners will qualify.

Want To Know More?
View Crowne View Estates online at www.GrandCrowneResorts.com. For sales information contact Dan Boone of Coldwell Bankers at 1-866-890-9689 or lodges@grandcrowneresorts.com. Special lodging rates have been approved for Grand Crowne Resorts Owners who would like to make a special trip to preview Crowne View Estates.