Knotts Properties, Inc.

Southeast Guilford County is a wonderful family oriented area that offers something for every age and interest. The Forest Oaks Country Club offers swimming, tennis and fine dining. There are several different levels of membership. There are children's teams in each sport that compete throughout the city.(Interclub golf, interclub tennis, swim team) Southeast swim club offers a convenient swimming pool with a competitive swim team for the kids. Memberships are available.(Located on SE School Rd.) The YMCA Outdoor Center is within 5 miles and offers a variety of activities. It's newly renovated cabins are used for Summer camp, church activities, corporate outings and family reunions. They also have a pool, fitness center & horseback riding. Cheerleading and football are offered through the Southeast Youth Athletic Association for ages 6-12. The area schools stress academics, fitness and community involvement. Daycare is available through several area churches. Tabernacle Methodist Church and Alamance Presbyterian Church both offer full-time daycare for children 6 weeks of age and older. The YMCA Outdoor Center offers after school care for school age children. Other area churches offer Mother's Morning Out programs. The new I-85/I-40 bypass, appx. 2 miles away gives easy access to all major highways & all of Guilford County.A new Super Walmart, Lowes, Cracker Barrel, Wendy's and Bojangles are within 2 miles via the bypass. Going north on the Urban Loop you will find Alamance Crossing at the University Blvd/Elon exit. There are many stores here including some major names - Victoria's Secret, Dillards, Target, Best Buy, and Olive Garden to name a few. There are local garden clubs, Southeast Christian Women's Club, bible studies, bridge and tennis groups. This area is a safe and comfortable spot where children play in their yards, walk or ride their bikes to friends, and neighbors smile and take time to enjoy their lives in this fast paced world. (This article was written by a Forest Oaks resident)