Santa has added a new stop to his list of destinations this year: the beautiful Encanterra Country Club in San Tan Valley. We spoke with Encanterra residents Mike and Carol Salter, who were instantly drawn to the endless corridors of golfing grounds, picturesque mountain views, quality homes and exceptional customer service. For the Salters, the holidays at Encanterra have encouraged new traditions and festivities.
Q: How did you hear of the beautiful Encanterra neighborhood?
A: Word of mouth at Trilogy at Power Ranch.
Q: What’s your favorite part about living at Encanterra?
A: The golf course and the overall beauty of the resort community.
Q: How will you celebrate the holidays at Encanterra?
A: Dining outdoors with family, friends, and neighbors. Everyone at Encanterra is friendly and includes those who may not have family visiting for the holiday.
Q: Will you be taking part in any new traditions this year?
A: Last year we put our Christmas tree out on the patio. In October we celebrated the Canadian Thanksgiving with our new Canadian friends.
Q: How will the beautiful Encanterra scenery be incorporated into your holiday festivities?
A: Postcard-perfect pictures! Outdoor festivities!
Q: What has been the biggest change in your life since moving to Encanterra?
A: The ability to play golf twelve months of the year! Not having to shovel snow or mow the grass!
Q: Are there features at Encanterra that you love so much, you don’t know how you lived without them?
A: We love the quality of our Shea home and the views from our patio.
Q: What are the residents and staff of Encanterra like?
A: The Shea staff, from sales to customer service, has been exceptional to work with and several have become good friends! We have enjoyed getting to know people from all over North America, and find everyone eager to welcome new members to the community.
Q: Where have your neighbors and community members traveled from?
A: People are from all over the country, many people from the Midwest (Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois), Canada, California and the Pacific Northwest who like us welcome the year round good weather! Several couples from the east coast as well.
Q: Do you stay at Encanterra year-round?
A: Encanterra is our permanent home. We both work full time here.
Q: Besides golf, what are some other activities you enjoy doing together and with friends and family?
A: We enjoy spending time at the community pool, joining friends at La Casa, working out at the fitness center, walking in the community and riding bikes in the area.
Q: Is Encanterra a place where you can picture yourself living for a long period of time?
A: Yes. Encanterra is a great place for us now while we’re still working and we look forward to living here also during our retirement years!
