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Our second summer is met with a house that has now become our home.  It is also met with the comforts of knowing it is a place of fun and rest as the saying “All Lake and No Rake” has become a reality.  We wake up each morning to the beautiful lake view, a bubbling creek and the anticipation of all that the day may bring.

Our youngest springs out of bed to the hopes of spotting and catching the latest unsuspecting turtle, while my husband and I sip coffee in our pajamas on our deck enjoying the spectacle of her amusement.   Gradually we walk to the beach to rest on the chaises and catch the early day sun.  After a very restful sleep, our boys eagerly walk down to meet us and  begin a day of wave running on the lake.  The days are spent wave running, tubing, swimming, rafting, playing volleyball and grilling lunch and dinner.  Our children can hardly wait until boating is added to their list of activities!  Thank goodness for the generosity of our neighbors, who welcome us aboard.

We have all come to love sunset the best as it brings us together as a community to the bonfire pit to reminisce over the day, catch up, and enjoy a cocktail and smores.  Sometimes even a game of flashlight tag!

Baldwin Landing is a unique and special place.  The developer, Paul Delano has been amazing .  His vision has become our reality and his commitment to our community and to our families makes our lives and time spent there easy and fun.  Every need is met to ensure our happiness and comfort.

Baldwin landing has brought our family closer together.  The fun we share with each other are memories that will last a lifetime.  It is no wonder we refer to Baldwin Landing as Mom’s Paradise!

By GENE STOWE

Tribune Correspondent

Just a year ago, developer Paul DeLano and his family were the only residents of his 18-lot Baldwin Landing on nine acres along the south side of Baldwin Lake near Union, Mich.

Today, despite reports of a recession in the real estate market, the subdivision is nearly half sold. In the past year, Delano has sold six houses priced from $580,000 to $800,000.

That’s six of the eight lakefront properties sold in that price range among more than 45 listed in the area that includes Baldwin, Birch, Corey, Klinger, Long and Coverdale lakes.

DeLano says the home-style neighborliness of the development helps draw buyers from Michiana as well as the Chicago market. Two of the newest neighbors are families from South Bend and Bristol.

“A side benefit they come to love is the sense of community,” he says. “During the summer, when everybody’s up there, every night people are out we have a bonfire.

“The kids go out and play flashlight tag. People just love it. It’s one of those things. There’s a pavilion with a barbecue.”

Some buyers spend the weekend inspecting their homes’ construction while boating, grilling and hanging out with the people who live there.

“We liked the features, the joint ownership of the common areas – the beach, the pavilion, the sand volleyball court, the piers, the beach lockers and all that,” says John Mang, whose lives in Crown Point and finished his Baldwin Landing house in April.

“It’s very easy for somebody that just wants to come up for a few days and go home. It’s like going to a vacation home. It’s quiet. It seems to be out of the way of the hustle and bustle. You go 20 minutes and you’re in Mishawaka with good shopping good restaurants.”

DeLano’s approach to sales and support – and his upbeat relations with neighboring homeowners and businesses that welcome newcomers – also help bring customers.

Buyers select from predesigned floor plans with modest modifications as desired, and make a handful of choices about siding, flooring and colors.

“They want it simple,” he says. After the sale, a concierge service can keep the boat gassed up and clean the house when the owners are away.

At Baldwin and other lakes and rivers in Michiana, upscale homes are replacing more primitive cottages and fishing shacks, usually one lot at a time. Baldwin Landing offers a concentrated collection of such construction.

“If they wanted to buy a vacant piece of land – or typically people will buy a home and tear it down – they’ll spend an addition $75,000 to $100,000 to build the quality home we have, and when they’re finished they’ll have to take care of it,” DeLano says.

Some buyers use their homes mostly for weekends and summer vacations. Others are more full-time, although some, like the Mangs, winter in warmer climates.

“We considered making an offer on an existing home on Baldwin Lake last year but we felt there would be too much remodeling costs,” says Paul Gerweis of Bristol. “This year we looked at a few for sale on Baldwin Lake but they were in poor condition for the money.”

Paul and Mary instead chose Baldwin Landing, and their home is under construction. They expect to move next summer.

“At first we were not sure about sharing property with other neighbors, but when we thought about it most lake properties are very close to neighbors anyway and privacy is not too likely,” he says.

“Obviously we liked the idea on no outside maintenance.  We already have a house and grounds to maintain. It has a fire pit, volleyball, docks put in and out, and a pavilion to use.  While our new house was being planned we used the pavilion almost every weekend.”

See for yourself, the area’s only Lake Front, New Home, Maintenance Free Community located on 266 acre Baldwin Lake

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Baldwin Landing in the News:  “Streamlined Approach to Waterfront Living” –  South Bend Tribune Business Weekly and Featured in “Our Neighborhoods” South Bend Tribune – by Gene Stowe

Don’t miss another summer on the Lake! Experience to finest in lake front living without all hassle of maintaining a lake home. Come and tour the model home at 70936 Vista View Dr. (lot 15) – it’s move-in ready so you can enjoy the lake this summer!

All good photos provided by Scott Leonard at Valentino’s Photography.

Didn’t know you could surf on a lake?

Wakeside Marine will be at Baldwin Landing giving surfing and wakeboard lessons.  Join us for a barbeque, a day on the lake, tour our available homes.

If you have never been surfing behind a boat before this is a must do!

We would love to have you join us for a great day on the lake, and take a tour of our available homes.

Call Paul DeLano for details at (574) 536-6363. Or email pdelano@signaturedevelopment.net

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For those interested in experiencing Baldwin Landing first before buying, you are invited to spend a weekend in our fully furnished model home.  You will experience the very finest in lakefront living.  Space is limited!!   Contact Paul DeLano at (574) 536-6363 or at pdelano@signaturedevelopment.net

Our Conceirge service will handle the rest….  We will stock the fridge, and you spend your time boating, swimming, fishing, or doing absolutely nothing at all.

Boat Rentals are also available.  Call Paul DeLano (574) 536-6363 to discuss all the details.

After a long winter and wet Summer we were thrilled to celebrate Memorial Day at 92 degrees and Sunny.  Boating, fishing, swimming, sunbathing, and even surfing was a great way to spend the day …. and the Summer.

Boat Tours & Open House This Weekend

Saturday & Sunday June 4th,5th
Noon to 5pm:
Or call Paul DeLano (574) 536-6363 to arrange a personal tour.

2…Have more fun. There’s simply more to do with our sandy beach and swim area, pavilion and grill, sand volleyball court, fire pit, beach lockers, walking paths, toy barns, 3 acres of green space common area, community vegetable garden — all things that come with a lake home which is part of our community.  Best part of all, our community is maintenance free, so you spend your time enjoying the lake instead of taking care of the yard.

3…Lower Cost – Simple.  You could buy an existing cottage or vacant lot and then build a new home. Here’s what you have to look forward to:  Soil Borings, Zoning Restrictions, Designing your home, Getting Bids, Surveying, Fill Dirt, Permits, New Seawall, New Dock, and Making 100′s of decisions during construction.  At Baldwin Landing it’s all handled for you.  Our community is half built and all approved.  Choose from a variety of floor plans and finishes, or we can alter a plan to fit your needs.  Our Price includes home and lot, and all the amenities of the community.  Plus you will select from a variety of high quality interior selections, and every home comes loaded with standard features. Several of our owners only visited 3 times during construction and several spent the summer on the lake, enjoy the pavilion, grill, and beach while watching their home being built.

4…Communities look better. With a planned community, all the homes have the same look and feel but allow for individual creativity as well. The end result is that communities simply look better.

5…You own more. With a community, you own your home and yard but also have ownership interest in the acres of common area, beach, pavilion, fire pit, walking paths and more…

6…People with similar interests. Residents who buy in the same community often times have similar interests. Chances are good there’s always someone up for a round of golf, Notre Dame football game, going after one of the trophy fish that call Baldwin Lake home, checking out a new restaurant, festival or winery.

7…Concierge service. We have a Concierge on call to make your time at Baldwin Landing the best it can be from gassing up your boat, planning a party, having your fridge stocked for you before you arrive, meeting a delivery or taking care of cleaning your home. Basically, anything you need to make your stay more enjoyable.

8…Come for the peace, stay for the party. Sometimes you want a party, sometimes you want peace and quiet. At Baldwin Landing, you can have both. With large lots and a sandy beach, you can enjoy a peaceful weekend in your own backyard or grab some neighbors and have a party at the pavilion, or enjoy a nighttime bonfire.

10…You deserve it. Let’s face it. You worked hard to be in a position to buy a lake home. Buy one that offers you the most enjoyment for you and your family.