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Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
April 19, 2019 – April 21, 2019
TODAY’S HEADLINES
* Getaways & Stay ‘n Plays – Celebrations at WindRiver
* Community News – Sea Pines Named Best Resort in Carolinas
* What’s Going On At… World Golf Village Hosts Championship
HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Treasure Lake, PA 3BR, 90′ Water Frontage $350,000
> Red Ledges, UT Mtn, View 3BR Contemporary $679,000
> Palmetto Bluff, SC 1BR/1BA Guest House $525,000
> Sailfish Point, FL 3BR Luxury Condo $989,000
WHAT’S TRENDING ON GOLF COURSE HOME
> Red Ledges a Bloomberg Top 10 Vacation-Home Place
> Top Teacher at Sea Pines, Special IRCC Golf Program
> Does Your Golf Community Need an Investor? GCH Can Help
> 2018 GCH Annual Index – The Year’s Best Posts & Awards
> Top 20 Golf Communities in NA Named By GolfCourseHome
> Dog Parks at These Golf Communities Are for People, Too
>Doing Good Is Doing Well at These Top 20 Communities
> Community Farms Propel These Communities into Our Top 20
> Art Studios, Visiting Artists Inspire the Spirit
>Walkable Villages Make Golf Communities Old-Time Friendly
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
WindRiver Celebrations

WindRiver, TN: Come explore community, enjoy celebrations.
> WindRiver, Lenoir City TN presents a special Discovery Weekend on May 3-5, featuring a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration plus a Kentucky Derby viewing party.
The package includes luxury accommodations for two nights at the WindRiver Lakeside Inn, Highlands Cottage or Driftwood Golf Villa, a round of golf for two at WindRiver Golf Club, daily breakfast for two at Citico’s, WindRiver’s fine-dining restaurant, a VIP tour of the community plus the Cinco de Mayo Celebration and a Kentucky Derby Watch Party on Saturday afternoon. Send me more information about WindRiver!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Sea Pines Named Best Resort

Sea Pines Resort, SC: Named Best Resort in Carolinas.
> Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head Island SC has received a Golf Digest Editors’ Choice Award for “Best Resort in the Carolinas.” This selection was part of the editors’ judgments on “The Best Things in Golf.”
Joined by the highly acclaimed Heron Point by Pete Dye and the all-new Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III, the three courses at The Sea Pines Resort are continually ranked among the best in the world. All three courses have achieved designations as Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuaries. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
World Golf Village Hosts Championship

World Golf Village, FL: Hosts championship May 16-19.
> World Golf Village, St. Augustine FL has announced a special PGA Championship Weekend for May 16-19 at its iconic World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum. In a significant shift to pro golf’s schedule of major championships, the PGA Championship has left its traditional August spot and moved to May.
During its four days of competition, you can and enjoy learning about Hall of Fame Members who are PGA Champions in the museum’s Major Moments exhibit. It’s also a chance to see the Wanamaker Trophy, bestowed each year on the PGA’s winner, up close. The broadcast will be shown throughout the Museum during the week in regular business hours. Send me more information about World Golf Village!
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16 Sawtooth Court, Hilton Head Island SC 29926 – Hilton Head Plantation
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsAddress: 16 Sawtooth Court, Hilton Head Island SC 29926
Asking Price: $499,000 Beds/Baths: 4 BRs/ 4 BAs
There are wide lagoon views that take in a wonderful variety of birds and wildlife from this 2,600-sf home at 16 Sawtooth Court. It’s tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac with easy main-gate access.
KEY FEATURES: 16 Sawtooth Court
> More Community Information: Hilton Head Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC
About Hilton Head Plantation
Hilton Head Plantation is a private, gated community on the north end of Hilton Head Island featuring 4,000 sprawling acres, beaches and more. Convenient to shopping, dining, golfing and many other amenities, the community offers four championship golf courses which provide a full range of membership options and the best in country club living. Send me more about this home in Hilton Head Plantation!
Unspoiled Natural Beauty
With more than 4,000 acres and two nature conservancies, Hilton Head Plantation is Hilton Head’s second-largest planned community. Sheltered between Port Royal Sound and the U.S. Intracoastal Waterway, the plantation offers two miles of sandy beaches on Port Royal Sound, and a marina to charter a boat or dock one of your own.
Residents enjoy six miles of biking and jogging trails, central recreational facility, waterfront playground, four-star restaurant, community swimming pool, common gardening area, 12 tennis courts, plus four 18-hole golf courses. Close to schools and shopping. Send me more about this home in Hilton Head Plantation!
Hilton Head Plantation Real Estate
Options include waterfront homes and villas, single-family homes with golf course or lagoon views and homes clustered within wooded settings. Send me more about this home in Hilton Head Plantation!
1851 Independence, Melbourne FL 32940 – Indian River Colony Club
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsAddress: 1851 Independence, Melbourne FL 32940
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$270,000$250,000 4 BRs/ 3 BAsThis well-maintained, 2,414-sf home offers one-floor living within the private golf and military-favored community of Indian River Colony Club. Located at 1851 Independence, it is built on the in-demand Montpelier model in a location that offers prime water views. The island kitchen features granite counters and stainless appliances.
KEY FEATURES: 1851 Independence
> More Community Information: Indian River Colony Club, Melbourne-Viera FL
About Indian River Colony Club
Primarily a military retirement community, Indian River Colony Club (IRCC) is located on 453 acres with 773 individually owned 2-4 bedroom, single-family homes, the community is accented by abundant wildlife and beautiful golf course views. Send me more about this home in Indian River Colony Club!
The Place Patriots Call Home
Join the camaraderie at Indian River. You won’t find a warmer and more welcoming place than IRCC, where new neighbors are welcomed like old friends. Indian River is small enough to foster friendship and a strong sense of community yet big enough to provide first-class amenities and lifestyle.
All amenities, corporate buildings, and grounds are debt free with significant monetary reserves. There have been no monetary assessments in its 30+ year history. Send me more about this home in Indian River Colony Club!
Enjoy Lakefront & Golf Views
The community features a variety of single-family home living options with 18 floor plans from which to choose. Homesites offer lakefront, golf course and preserve views while homes are updated and in turnkey condition. Send me more about this home in Indian River Colony Club!
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Indian River Colony Club offers 2-4 BR individually owned homes set on 453 acres with golf course, 28 lakes, and preserve views where wildlife still abounds, creating golf and water views throughout the community. Send me more about this home in Indian River Colony Club!
1719 Buttonbush Village, Palm City FL 34990 – Harbour Ridge
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsAddress: 1719 Buttonbush Village, Palm City FL 34990
Asking Price: $300,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/ 3 BAs
This spacious golf home is set within the popular Deer Moss Village neighborhood at Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC in Palm City, FL.
Located at 1719 Buttonbush Village, i is ideal for either year-round living or as a vacation retreat. Special features include a large swimming pool with patio and barbecue area, island kitchen and two-car attached garage.
KEY FEATURES: 1719 Buttonbush Village
> More Community Information: Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC presented by HR Properties, Stuart FL
About Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club
Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, presented on GolfCourseHome Network by HR Properties, is an 885-acre, award-winning, private, gated, recreational community. Located in Palm City (adjacent to Stuart), the community is set on Florida’s renowned Treasure Coast.
There are major facilities for golf, boating, tennis, fitness and even a workout area for “man’s best friend,” your dog.
This member-owned, equity club maintains more than 40 percent of the community in its natural state, and enjoys a two-mile-long coastline along the wide St. Lucie River.
Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club was named ‘Community of the Year’ for 2015, ’16 and ’17 by the Golf Course Home Network for being the most visited golf and waterfront community over the course of the year. Send me more about this home in Harbour Ridge!
Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC Real Estate Options
Harbour Ridge is divided into 28 separate villages, each responsible for their own government, but under the control and guidance of the main Property Owner’s Association. Custom homes are featured in two sections of the property, River Pointe Village and Harbour Village.
When combined with golf courses and other open space, green space totals approximately 70 percent. With 659 residences on its 885 acres, the community has a low density of about one resident per 1.25 acre. Send me more about this home in Harbour Ridge!
Celebrations at WindRiver, Championship at WGV, Sea Pines Wins Award
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Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
April 19, 2019 – April 21, 2019
TODAY’S HEADLINES
* Getaways & Stay ‘n Plays – Celebrations at WindRiver
* Community News – Sea Pines Named Best Resort in Carolinas
* What’s Going On At… World Golf Village Hosts Championship
HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Treasure Lake, PA 3BR, 90′ Water Frontage $350,000
> Red Ledges, UT Mtn, View 3BR Contemporary $679,000
> Palmetto Bluff, SC 1BR/1BA Guest House $525,000
> Sailfish Point, FL 3BR Luxury Condo $989,000
WHAT’S TRENDING ON GOLF COURSE HOME
> Red Ledges a Bloomberg Top 10 Vacation-Home Place
> Top Teacher at Sea Pines, Special IRCC Golf Program
> Does Your Golf Community Need an Investor? GCH Can Help
> 2018 GCH Annual Index – The Year’s Best Posts & Awards
> Top 20 Golf Communities in NA Named By GolfCourseHome
> Dog Parks at These Golf Communities Are for People, Too
>Doing Good Is Doing Well at These Top 20 Communities
> Community Farms Propel These Communities into Our Top 20
> Art Studios, Visiting Artists Inspire the Spirit
>Walkable Villages Make Golf Communities Old-Time Friendly
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
WindRiver Celebrations
WindRiver, TN: Come explore community, enjoy celebrations.
> WindRiver, Lenoir City TN presents a special Discovery Weekend on May 3-5, featuring a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration plus a Kentucky Derby viewing party.
The package includes luxury accommodations for two nights at the WindRiver Lakeside Inn, Highlands Cottage or Driftwood Golf Villa, a round of golf for two at WindRiver Golf Club, daily breakfast for two at Citico’s, WindRiver’s fine-dining restaurant, a VIP tour of the community plus the Cinco de Mayo Celebration and a Kentucky Derby Watch Party on Saturday afternoon. Send me more information about WindRiver!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Sea Pines Named Best Resort
Sea Pines Resort, SC: Named Best Resort in Carolinas.
> Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head Island SC has received a Golf Digest Editors’ Choice Award for “Best Resort in the Carolinas.” This selection was part of the editors’ judgments on “The Best Things in Golf.”
Joined by the highly acclaimed Heron Point by Pete Dye and the all-new Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III, the three courses at The Sea Pines Resort are continually ranked among the best in the world. All three courses have achieved designations as Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuaries. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
World Golf Village Hosts Championship
World Golf Village, FL: Hosts championship May 16-19.
> World Golf Village, St. Augustine FL has announced a special PGA Championship Weekend for May 16-19 at its iconic World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum. In a significant shift to pro golf’s schedule of major championships, the PGA Championship has left its traditional August spot and moved to May.
During its four days of competition, you can and enjoy learning about Hall of Fame Members who are PGA Champions in the museum’s Major Moments exhibit. It’s also a chance to see the Wanamaker Trophy, bestowed each year on the PGA’s winner, up close. The broadcast will be shown throughout the Museum during the week in regular business hours. Send me more information about World Golf Village!
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Red Ledges a Bloomberg Top 10 Best Vacation-Home Place
in Best Place, Bloomberg Best Place to Own a Vacation Home, Real Estate News, Vacation Resort CommunitiesBloomberg 2019 ‘Top 20 Best Place to Own a Vacation Home’
Heber, Utah, and Vineyard Haven, in the town of Tisbury on Martha’s Vineyard, tied for the No. 7 ranking in Bloomberg’s 2019 Top 20 Best Place to Own a Vacation Home. The rankings were based on Bloomberg’s Index of Affluent Vacation Home Havens. Heber, Utah, is home to the private mountain community of Red Ledges. The two vacation communities were ranked just ahead of Kapaa on the island of Kauai, Hawaii. Vineyard Haven, which features enclaves of luxury homes in Mink Meadows, Tashmoo Wood, Lake Tashmoo, town center and areas overlooking the harbor, was the No. 1 town for highest median-home price at $674,600.‘Small Pockets of Wealth’
1629 East Abajo Peak Cir, Heber City, UT 84032 – Red Ledges
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsAddress: 1629 East Abajo Peak Cir, Heber City, UT 84032
Asking Price: $679,000 Beds/Baths: 3BR/3BA
This Mountain Villa home at 1629 East Abajo Peak is full of upgrades and features contemporary finishes throughout. Set within the mountain community of Red Ledges, it is within walking distance of the community’s Village Center.
KEY FEATURES: 1629 East Abajo Peak
> More Community Information: Red Ledges, Heber City UT
About Red Ledges
Red Ledges is a private mountain community just minutes from downtown Park City, UT. Extending over 2,000 acres, it is a natural playground centered around family and lifestyle in an extraordinary setting.
Set in the quaint town of Heber City, which was named “Best Value in Second Homes” by The Wall Street Journal and ranked number 5 on the list of “America’s Fastest Growing Small Towns” by Forbes Magazine, Red Ledges is a haven for any outdoor lover.
Unsurpassed Recreation
The recreation is unsurpassed as families enjoy the multi award-winning Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, 12-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Park, Jim McLean Golf School and top-notch tennis and instruction with the Cliff Drysdale Tennis School.
In addition ,there is an extensive equestrian program and sprawling acreage for trail rides, hiking and mountain biking. State-of-the-art fitness facilities, pool, gourmet dining at the Juniper Grill cater to the fitness minded.
And outdoor sport enthusiasts enjoy access to a wealth of pristine places for skiing, fly-fishing, snow-shoeing, snowmobiling, dog-sledding, cross-country-skiing and more. Send me more about this home in Red Ledges!
Mountain Golf & Homes
Whether building your dream home on your own custom homesite, or choosing between their collection of stylish mountain-contemporary homes, there are price points to fit every type of family or buyer.
Homesites start at $195,000 and luxury homes range from $650,000 to over $2 million. Send me more about this home in Red Ledges!
27 Hernando Street, Bluffton SC 29910 – Palmetto Bluff
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsProperty Address: 27 Hernando Street, Bluffton SC 29910
Asking Price: $525,000 Beds/Baths: 1 BR/1 BA
Plan and build your dream home on this property’s one-third acre from the comfort of the 700-sf guest house already in place. Located at 27 Hernando Street within the premier private community of Palmetto Bluff, SC, the guest house offers a smart and efficient design with a 2.5-car garage on the first floor, above which is a bedroom, bath, full kitchen and abundant storage space.
KEY FEATURES: 27 Hernando Street
> More Community Information: Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton SC
About Palmetto Bluff
The private community of Palmetto Bluff is a vast, 20,000-acre Lowcountry retreat located between Hilton Head Island and Savannah.
Surrounded by three historic rivers and master-planned for ultra-low-density living, this luxury gated community features world-class amenities including an Auberge Resorts Inn, Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, Lawn and Racquet Club, extensive boating facilities, fishing and much more. Send me more about this home in Palmetto Bluff!
Real Estate
Palmetto Bluff offers a wide variety of real estate options. If you’re looking for close-knit homes lining picturesque streets, the six “Town” neighborhoods of Palmetto Bluff feature residences that are the Southern ideal.
By contrast, those who crave a bit more privacy will find it in the four “Country” neighborhoods which offer up to 30-acre parcels which lie outside the Village areas and emphasize privacy, natural surroundings and, to the extent desired, seclusion.
Yet all are within a stroll, or bike ride to Palmetto Bluff’s world-class amenities, plus recreation, shopping, dining and other facilities.
For close-knit homes lining picturesque streets, the six “Town” neighborhoods features residences that are the Southern ideal.
By contrast, those who crave a bit more privacy will find it in the four “Country” neighborhoods which offer up to 30-acre parcels which lie outside the Village areas and emphasize privacy, natural surroundings and, to the extent desired, seclusion. Yet all are within a stroll, or bike ride to recreation, shopping, dining and other facilities. Send me more about this home in Palmetto Bluff!
Unit 1312 Ocean Inlet, Stuart FL 34996 – Sailfish Point
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsProperty Address: Unit 1312 Ocean Inlet, Stuart FL 34996
Asking Price: $989,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/ 2.5 BAs
This 2,940-sf home at Unit 1312 Ocean Inlet is an end-unit luxury condo with third-floor elevation to enhance its expansive views of the Atlantic Atlantic Ocean, St. Lucie Inlet and Jupiter Island.
KEY FEATURES: Unit 1312 Ocean Inlet
> More Community Information: Sailfish Point, Stuart FL
About Sailfish Point
Sailfish Point is a 532-acre sea island community of 520 residences located at the southernmost tip of Hutchinson Island on southeast Florida’s Atlantic coast. Offering privacy, security and premium amenities in a natural setting surrounded by ocean and inlets, Sailfish residents live in spacious beachfront homes and intimate oceanfront condos, golf-view villas and townhomes with private docks.
Stretching along ocean and river, the community’s Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course sets a tone of sporting excellence. Prestigious and private, the club requires no tee times for play. It was named one of Golf Digest’s 10 Best New Remodeled Courses for 2008. Send me more about this home in Sailfish Point!
24-Hour Security
Homeowners enjoy their beachfront property in freedom and security. Sailfish Point Security is a private entity providing 24-hour patrols of roads, waterways and beaches. Security clears all guests, contractors, service personnel and residents.
Homes and lots around the harbors offer private, deepwater slips that put boats just steps from your door. Send me more about this home in Sailfish Point!
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Homeowners enjoy their beachfront property in freedom and security. Sailfish Point Security is a private entity providing 24-hour patrols of roads, waterways and beaches. Security clears all guests, contractors, service personnel and residents. Homes and lots around the harbors offer private, deepwater slips that put boats just steps from your door. Send me more about this home in Sailfish Point!
Easter Brunch at Lake Arrowhead GA, Course Renovations at Quail Ridge FL
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Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
April 12, 2019 – April 14, 2019
TODAY’S HEADLINES
* Getaways & Stay ‘n Plays – Moss Creek Member for a Day
* Community News – Easter Brunch at Lake Arrowhead, Renovations at Quail Ridge
HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Lake Arrowhead, GA Move-In Ready 3BR $339,900
> Oldfield, SC Preserve View 4BR $549,000
> Haig Point Club, SC 5BR, 1st Floor MBR $969,000
> RiverTowne Country Club, SC 5BR $925,000
WHAT’S TRENDING ON GOLF COURSE HOME
> Top Teacher at Sea Pines, Special IRCC Golf Program
> Wine Dinners at WindRiver, Tournament at Sea Pines
> Does Your Golf Community Need an Investor? GCH Can Help
> 2018 GCH Annual Index – The Year’s Best Posts & Awards
> Top 20 Golf Communities in NA Named By GolfCourseHome
> Dog Parks at These Golf Communities Are for People, Too
>Doing Good Is Doing Well at These Top 20 Communities
> Community Farms Propel These Communities into Our Top 20
> Art Studios, Visiting Artists Inspire the Spirit
>Walkable Villages Make Golf Communities Old-Time Friendly
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Moss Creek Member for a Day Deals
Moss Creek, SC: Come live like a member.
> Moss Creek Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC has a full array of Member for a Day opportunities. “Golf Devil’s Elbow” provides a round of golf plus lunch in the Grill Room ($45 per person) or dinner in the Grill Room ($55 p/p).
There is also a tennis with lunch or dinner, priced at $25 and $35, respectively, and a fitness-center version of the offer, priced at $45 and $55, and including an hour of fitness facility usage along with a half-hour personal training session. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Quail Ridge Renovations Underway
Quail Ridge, FL: South Course renovations happening now.
> Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club, Boynton Beach FL recently began a new and important improvement project, the renovation and redesign of its South Course.
In charge of the work is the renowned golf course architect Bobby Weed. In addition, progress continues on a project to expand and upgrade the community’s Spa & Fitness Center. Send me more information about Quail Ridge!
Easter Brunch at Lake Arrowhead
Lake Arrowhead, GA: Visit community for Easter.
> Lake Arrowhead, Waleska GA is planning a festive Easter Brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 21 in the community’s popular gathering spot, The Highlands Grill.
The fare and presentation will include multiple omelette stations, carving stations and a generous dessert table. Price is $23.95 for adults and $12.95 for children. Send me more information about Lake Arrowhead!
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304 Trappers Bluff, Waleska GA 30183 – Lake Arrowhead
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsAddress: 304 Trappers Bluff, Waleska GA 30183
Asking Price: $339,900 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/3 BAs
This handsome post-and-beam home is set within the golf and lakeside community of Lake Arrowhead in Waleska, GA, just north of Atlanta. Located at 304 Trappers Bluff, it is built on the Willow single-story floor plan within the Highlands Vista neighborhood. Featuring more than 2,250 sf and porches front and back, it is move-in ready for its first-ever owners.
KEY FEATURES: 304 Trappers Bluff
> More Community Information: Lake Arrowhead, Waleska GA
About Lake Arrowhead
Tucked away in the Blue Ridge foothills just 30 minutes north of Atlanta, Lake Arrowhead is evolving to be the finest mountain, lake and golfing community in the Southeast.
The focal point of this lakeside community is a crystal-clear, 540-acre lake surrounded by mountains, pristine wilderness and trails.
The community’s array of first-class amenities includes Lake Arrowhead Yacht & Country Club, with its classic 18-hole golf course and extensive boating facilities.
With nearly 20 miles of magnificent shoreline, stream-fed Lake Arrowhead reaches depths of 80 feet or more. Maintained at a constant level, it is ranked one of the cleanest lakes in Georgia.
Likewise, the championship Highlands Course is a true standout, measuring more than 7,100 yards and outfitted with a full-service practice facility. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
Sustainability and Respect for Nature
To ensure the beauty and environmental integrity of this 8,000-acre enclave, many protective practices are followed, such as controlled motorboat use on the lake.
Other important programs include use of natural mulch along hiking trails and roadways, use of a well-fed water system and native vegetation landscaping around new homes with limited use of sod and no invasive plants permitted. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!