Even if you are not a literary fan, you have likely heard of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings or are familiar with her work. In 1939 she won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction for her novel "The Yearling." The book was later adapted into a movie staring Gregory Peck. The setting of the book and movie put North Central Florida on the map as the author gave insight into what life was like in the rugged days of Florida's past.
Rawlings also published a book called, "Cross Creek," which is an autobiography of her life in the Florida town with the same name. In an attempt to capture the same friendly atmosphere and culture as the Alachua County town, a subdivision was built in DeLand in the 1990's named Cross Creek.
The main entrance into the subdivision can be found at the intersection of Marjorie Rawlings Drive and Plymouth Avenue in DeLand. The street names draw their inspiration from Ms. Rawlings and her books. Currently, the community has 127 single-family homes. It is a deed restricted community with automatic membership into the homeowners association.
The main entrance into the subdivision can be found at the intersection of Marjorie Rawlings Drive and Plymouth Avenue in DeLand. The street names draw their inspiration from Ms. Rawlings and her books. Currently, the community has 127 single-family homes. It is a deed restricted community with automatic membership into the homeowners association.
Residents of the community can enjoy:
- A new playground for residents only.
- An easy commute to Daytona Beach or Orlando.
- A short three mile drive to the St. John's River.
- Easy access to state parks located in Deleon Springs or Orange City.
- Walking distance to Citrus Grove Elementary School.
- Being mere minutes from Downtown DeLand and Stetson University.