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Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
May 22, 2026 – May 24, 2026
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> NEW! Try the New COMPARE Search Tool
> New Community – River Strand Golf & Country Club, Bradenton, FL
> New Community – Esplanade at Azario, Lakewood Ranch, FL
> Discovery Visits – Moss Creek, SC Member for a Day
> Community News and Updates –
- Tamarack Resort, Idaho, Earn ‘Top’ Golfweek Awards
- Osprey Cove, GA Hosts Humane Society Fundraiser
- New Manager at Indian River Colony Club, FL
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Try the New COMPARE Communities Search Tool
GolfCourseHome.com, the leading consumer website for buyers looking to buy a primary home, second home or retirement residence within a world-class golf course community, announces the launch of a powerful, new search tool—COMPARE.
>> Try it by clicking here.
Buyers searching for their ideal golf course community can now compare location, pricing, amenities, golf course designer, real estate products and more of up to three golf communities at one time and submit an inquiry to all three with just one click.
Click to Compare
To compare communities, just click the COMPARE box under the name of any community that appears in any search result and in any state, amenity and location/type lists. Then click CLICK TO COMPARE. Try it by clicking here.
The result is three columns featuring 10 amenities and other key information about each community. Check-marks indicate whether a community has a specific amenity. Try it by clicking here.
At the bottom of the screen is a bold link to the inquiry form. Once filled out, one click sends it to all three communities. It’s an easy way to evaluate many communities and request more information in a short space of time. Try it by clicking here.
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NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
River Strand Golf & Country Club, Brandenton, FL
River Strand offers 27 championship holes by Arthur Hills.
River Strand Golf & Country Club is a landmark, private golf community with outstanding amenities, distinctive homes and panoramic views of the wide Manatee River has joined the Golf Course Home Network.
River Strand is one of eight new communities in the Brandenton/Lakewood Ranch area to be added in May. See the full list below.
The community’s 27-hole golf course, designed by the famed architect Arthur Hills, recently underwent a wall-to-wall, $5.8 million renovation that was completed on time and within budget. Send me more information about River Strand Golf & CC
Aerial of River Strand clubhouse, amenities and homes.
The River Strand clubhouse has a fitness center, aerobics room, resort-style pool, resistance pool and heated spa.
Adjacent to the clubhouse is the Racquet Sports Pro Shop and nine Har-Tru clay tennis courts. Send me more information about River Strand Golf & CC
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Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch, FL
Entrance to Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch.
Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch, a gated, golf and lifestyle community spanning 1,000 acres along the northern section of the Lakewood Ranch master development, has joined the Golf Course Home Network.
Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch is one of eight new communities in the Brandenton/Lakewood Ranch area to be added in May. See the full list below.
Home to resort-style living with championship golf and modern amenities, the community features a mix of single-family homes, villas and coach homes—many with golf, lake or preserve views. Send me more information about Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch
The Chris Wilczynski-designed, 18-hole golf course.
Its marquee amenity is an 18-hole, championship golf course by the noted architect Chris Wilczynski. The course comes with a full array of player-friendly practice and warmup features.
Tennis and pickleball courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center and resort-style swimming pools round out the amenity package. Send me more information about Esplanade at Azario
Tamarack Resort, Tamarack, Idaho
Tamarack Resort is a 4-season, mountain lifestyle community.
Tamarack Resort is a four-season, mountain resort located in Donnelly, Idaho, featuring a championship golf course, marina with on-water fuel, 2,800 feet of vertical drop and 1,100 acres of skiable terrain.
Set 90 miles north of Boise on the west shore of Lake Cascade, it is tucked into the Payette River Mountains region and is renowned as America’s only ski, golf, and lake resort. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
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FLORIDA
> New! River Strand Golf & Country Club, Brandenton READ MORE
> New! Esplanade at Azario, Lakewood Ranch READ MORE
> New! Esplanade Golf & Country Club, Bradenton READ MORE
> New! Lakewood National, Bradenton READ MORE
> New! Lakewood Country Club East, Bradenton READ MORE
> New! Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club READ MORE
> New! Waterlefe Golf & River Club, Bradenton READ MORE
IDAHO
> New! Tamarack Resort, Tamarack, ID READ MORE
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HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Waterfall, GA Luxury Fairway View 5BR $1,419,000
> Sea Pines Resort, SC Updated 3BR, Sundeck $829,000
> Harbour Ridge, FL 1st Floor 3BR Condo $239,000
> Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA Pond View 4BR $,1595,000
COMMUNITY NEWS
> New! GCH Launches COMPARE Tool
> New! Tamarack Resort Earns ‘Top’ Golfweek Awards
> Improvement Projects at Ford’s Colony, VA
> Tamarack Resort’s New Marina Boat Slips Set to Open
Golf Retirement Planner
> New! Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Callawassie Island, SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Sanctuary Cove, GA
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Palmetto Bluff, SC
> See All the Articles in the Golf Retirement Planner
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Visit Moss Creek, SC, As a Member for a Day
Moss Creek, SC: Golf, fitness, tennis options available.
> Moss Creek, Hilton Head Island SC has a full array of enjoyable Member for a Day opportunities to choose from.
“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 version with lunch or dinner variation, priced at $25 and $35, respectively.
Finally, there is a fitness-center version of the offer, priced at $45 and $55, which includes 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
Tamrack Resort, Idaho, Earn Top Golfweek Awards
Golfweek: “Idaho’s Best Public Course You Can Play.”
Tamarack Resort announces that Osprey Meadows Golf Course has earned two top Golfweek Awards: Idaho’s Best Public Course You Can Play and inclusion on the magazine’s Top 100 Resort Courses in the United States list. Read the press release.
Originally designed by renowned golf course architecture firm Robert Trent Jones II, Osprey Meadows reopened in 2024 following an extensive restoration and reimagining effort led in collaboration with the original RTJ II design team.
The 18-hole, par-73 championship course stretches 7,447 yards from the tips and features dramatic mountain terrain, waterfalls, wetlands, lakes, island-style greens, bridges, and panoramic views of Lake Cascade and Idaho’s West Central Mountains. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
Osprey Cove, GA Hosts Humane Society Fundraiser
Osprey Cove, GA: Hosts Humane Society fundraiser.
> Osprey Cove, St. Mary’s GA is expressing gratitude toward all who contributed to the Osprey Cove Women’s Club collection for the Humane Society of Camden County.
Thanks to the generosity of community residents, three SUVs were filled with donations, including pet food, treats, toys, towels, litter, beds, and cleaning and office supplies, covering nearly every item on the shelter’s wish list.
The Humane Society of Camden County is a nonprofit, no-kill shelter that receives no government or corporate funding. Its work depends entirely on grants, fundraisers and donations to do its important work. Send me more information about Osprey Cove!
New Manager at Indian River Colony Club, FL
Indian River CC, FL: Appoints new General Manager and COO.
> Indian River Colony Club, Melbourne-Viera FL has appointed Richard Martino as the General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of the nonprofit and member-owned community. This follows the retirement of John Robinson, who had served in the position since 2005.
Martino will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the IRCC, serving its resident members and leading its staff of 120.
A student of finance at Southern Connecticut State University, Martino has 36 years of experience in club management, including 22 years in South Florida and most recently at private clubs in New England. Send me more information about Indian River Colony Club!
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15 Tamarack Lane Oak Bluffs MA 02557 – Farm Neck Golf Club
in Golf Homes, Luxury Golf Homes, Luxury water view homes, Martha's Vineyard Real Estate, Water View Communities15 Tamarack Lane Oak Bluffs MA 02557
Asking: $4,950,000 Beds/Baths: 6BRs/5.5 BAs
Nestled within the idyllic and highly coveted setting of Farm Neck Golf Club, 15 Tamarack Lane presents a rare opportunity to own a stunning golf course property in one of Martha’s Vineyard’s most exclusive communities.
Full Membership to Farm Neck Golf Club comes with the purchase of this historic property, adding a priceless benefit to ownership, and allowing the purchaser to skip the more than 16-year waiting list to become a club Member. Send me more information about this Farm Neck Golf Club property!
Lovely Golf & Water Views
Enjoy views of Farm Neck golf course & Sengekontacket Pond.
Featuring more than three-and-a-half acres, this golf and water view home enjoys picturesque views of the 7th fairway and 8th tee box on the Farm Neck golf course which was designed by the dean of New England golf course architects, Geoffrey Cornish.
Vistas continue out across to Sengekontacket Pond, and on to the distant waters of Nantucket Sound, creating an ever-changing backdrop of greens and blues that never fails to delight. Send me more information about this Farm Neck Golf Club property!
Main House & Carriage House, Too
Belgian block-edged drive leads to the main house.
The historic five-bedroom main residence, along with a separate one-bedroom carriage house, is rich in character and awaits a thoughtful renovation or reimagining.
Carriage house with bedroom, bath, kitchen & attached garage.
Tallied together, this property presents a unique chance to create a bespoke Vineyard estate tailored to modern living while honoring the property’s golf and water heritage. Send me more information about this Farm Neck Golf Club property!
First Floor–Complete with Primary Suite
A welcoming farmer’s porch–ideal for relaxing & conversation.
The home’s most welcoming entrance is off the classic farmer’s porch, leading into a practical mudroom with laundry and a half bath—perfect after a day at the beach or on the course.
The heart of the home is a sun-filled great room with cathedral ceilings, where the kitchen, dining area, and casual sitting space flow together effortlessly.
Just above, a private primary suite offers a peaceful retreat. Beyond this central space, the home opens to a series of comfortable gathering rooms, including a sitting room or formal dining room, a living room, and a cozy family room—each with its own fireplace.
A full bath, guest bedroom, and an additional first-floor primary suite provide flexible accommodations, completing the main level. Send me more information about this Farm Neck Golf Club property!
Close to Clubhouse & Amenities
The clubhouse, restaurant and amenities are close by.
Ideally located near the clubhouse, restaurant, pro shop, and tennis courts, the home offers seamless access to the best of the Farm Neck lifestyle.
The property is also just minutes from boutique shopping, fine dining, the harbor, and ferry terminal—providing both Farm Neck seclusion and convenience to island necessities. Listed by Donnelly + Co. For more information, contact Stephanie Roach at 508-560-7074. Send me more information about this Farm Neck Golf Club property!
Key Features: 15 Tamarack Lane, Oak Bluffs MA
The Farm Neck No. 7 green, fronting Sengekontacket Pond.
About Farm Neck Golf Club
The Farm Neck golf course enjoys a waterfront location on
Sengekontacket Pond, providing golfers/residents water views.
The historic Martha’s Vineyard island town of Oak Bluffs is the setting for Farm Neck Golf Cub.
The club is set amidst Farm Neck Estates, a neighborhood of wonderfully situated residences that borders a beloved Vineyard golf course favored by U.S. presidents and traveling golfers of all skill levels.
Designed by the dean of New England golf course architects, Geoffrey Cornish, the championship course at Farm Neck Golf Club may be most famous for hosting both President Barack Obama and President Bill Clinton. Send me more information about this Farm Neck Golf Club property!
Rolling Farmland & Water Views
Farm Neck Golf Club–a perfect waterfront location.
The Farm Neck Golf Club community—the golf course and adjoining cluster of homes—rests on a peninsula of rolling farmland on the eastern side of the island, overlooking Sengekontacket Pond and Nantucket Sound beyond.
With a postcard beauty but plenty of shotmaking challenge, this mature and lushly maintained course stirs the golfing soul with numerous views of the ocean, pond and island beaches.
The club offers complete amenities, including pro shop, dining, bar, lockers, upscale rental equipment and driving range. Send me more information about this Farm Neck Golf Club property!
Tamarack Resort Earns Top Golfweek Awards
in Awards & Honors, GolfWeek, News, Vacation Resort CommunitiesTamarack Resort announces that Osprey Meadows Golf Course has earned two top Golfweek Awards: Idaho’s Best Public Course You Can Play and one of the Top 100 Resort Courses in the United States.
Receiving these top Golfweek Awards further solidify the resort’s emergence as one of the premier mountain golf destinations in the country, say resort executives. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
Course Restoration Brings National Recognition
The course sits at nearly 5,000 feet of elevation.
Originally designed by renowned golf course architecture firm Robert Trent Jones II, Osprey Meadows reopened in 2024 following an extensive restoration and reimagining effort led in collaboration with the original RTJ II design team.
The 18-hole, par-73 championship course stretches 7,447 yards from the tips and features dramatic mountain terrain, waterfalls, wetlands, lakes, island-style greens, bridges, and panoramic views of Lake Cascade and Idaho’s West Central Mountains.
Scott Turlington, President of Tamarack Resort, said that the top Golfweek awards are “a tremendous honor and a reflection of the incredible work that our team has put into restoring and elevating Osprey Meadows at Tamarack Resort.” Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
Top Golf within a Four-Season Resort
Four-season resort means world-class skiing.
Located approximately 90 miles north of Boise, Tamarack Resort’s Osprey Meadows Golf Course combines championship-level golf with a fully integrated four-season resort experience.
The course sits at nearly 5,000 feet elevation and offers five sets of tees, a slope rating of 142, a full driving range, short-game practice area, and an approximately 23,000-square-foot social and putting green—one of the largest practice greens in the region. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
A Course for Every Skill Level
Osprey Meadows Golf Course has been described as offering unique challenges for players of every skill level.
“The combination of mountain golf, lake views, elevation changes, and strategic shot-making creates an experience that is both visually stunning and highly playable,” said Chris Peterson, PGA Director of Golf at Tamarack Resort.
One of the course’s most distinctive features is the “Double Down” Gambler’s Hole, a one-of-a-kind 19th par-3 designed to settle wagers and create a memorable finishing experience for players. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
An Active Calendar
Enjoy mountain sports at Tamarack, including hiking & biking.
In addition to daily public play, Osprey Meadows hosts tournaments, private outings, local leagues, and major championship events throughout the season.
The course also anchors Tamarack’s growing collection of summer amenities, which include the brand-new Marina on Lake Cascade, lift-served mountain biking, hiking, ziplining, and a vibrant alpine-style village with dining, lodging, and events. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
Humane Society Fundraiser at Osprey Cove GA, Moss Creek SC Visit
in Discovery Package, Newsletter, Things To DoGCH Network e-News
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
May 22, 2026 – May 24, 2026
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> NEW! Try the New COMPARE Search Tool
> New Community – River Strand Golf & Country Club, Bradenton, FL
> New Community – Esplanade at Azario, Lakewood Ranch, FL
> Discovery Visits – Moss Creek, SC Member for a Day
> Community News and Updates –
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Try the New COMPARE Communities Search Tool
GolfCourseHome.com, the leading consumer website for buyers looking to buy a primary home, second home or retirement residence within a world-class golf course community, announces the launch of a powerful, new search tool—COMPARE.
>> Try it by clicking here.
Buyers searching for their ideal golf course community can now compare location, pricing, amenities, golf course designer, real estate products and more of up to three golf communities at one time and submit an inquiry to all three with just one click.
Click to Compare
To compare communities, just click the COMPARE box under the name of any community that appears in any search result and in any state, amenity and location/type lists. Then click CLICK TO COMPARE. Try it by clicking here.
The result is three columns featuring 10 amenities and other key information about each community. Check-marks indicate whether a community has a specific amenity. Try it by clicking here.
At the bottom of the screen is a bold link to the inquiry form. Once filled out, one click sends it to all three communities. It’s an easy way to evaluate many communities and request more information in a short space of time. Try it by clicking here.
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NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
River Strand Golf & Country Club, Brandenton, FL
River Strand offers 27 championship holes by Arthur Hills.
River Strand Golf & Country Club is a landmark, private golf community with outstanding amenities, distinctive homes and panoramic views of the wide Manatee River has joined the Golf Course Home Network.
River Strand is one of eight new communities in the Brandenton/Lakewood Ranch area to be added in May. See the full list below.
The community’s 27-hole golf course, designed by the famed architect Arthur Hills, recently underwent a wall-to-wall, $5.8 million renovation that was completed on time and within budget. Send me more information about River Strand Golf & CC
Aerial of River Strand clubhouse, amenities and homes.
The River Strand clubhouse has a fitness center, aerobics room, resort-style pool, resistance pool and heated spa.
Adjacent to the clubhouse is the Racquet Sports Pro Shop and nine Har-Tru clay tennis courts. Send me more information about River Strand Golf & CC
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Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch, FL
Entrance to Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch.
Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch, a gated, golf and lifestyle community spanning 1,000 acres along the northern section of the Lakewood Ranch master development, has joined the Golf Course Home Network.
Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch is one of eight new communities in the Brandenton/Lakewood Ranch area to be added in May. See the full list below.
Home to resort-style living with championship golf and modern amenities, the community features a mix of single-family homes, villas and coach homes—many with golf, lake or preserve views. Send me more information about Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch
The Chris Wilczynski-designed, 18-hole golf course.
Its marquee amenity is an 18-hole, championship golf course by the noted architect Chris Wilczynski. The course comes with a full array of player-friendly practice and warmup features.
Tennis and pickleball courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center and resort-style swimming pools round out the amenity package. Send me more information about Esplanade at Azario
Tamarack Resort, Tamarack, Idaho
Tamarack Resort is a 4-season, mountain lifestyle community.
Tamarack Resort is a four-season, mountain resort located in Donnelly, Idaho, featuring a championship golf course, marina with on-water fuel, 2,800 feet of vertical drop and 1,100 acres of skiable terrain.
Set 90 miles north of Boise on the west shore of Lake Cascade, it is tucked into the Payette River Mountains region and is renowned as America’s only ski, golf, and lake resort. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
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FLORIDA
> New! River Strand Golf & Country Club, Brandenton READ MORE
> New! Esplanade at Azario, Lakewood Ranch READ MORE
> New! Esplanade Golf & Country Club, Bradenton READ MORE
> New! Lakewood National, Bradenton READ MORE
> New! Lakewood Country Club East, Bradenton READ MORE
> New! Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club READ MORE
> New! Waterlefe Golf & River Club, Bradenton READ MORE
IDAHO
> New! Tamarack Resort, Tamarack, ID READ MORE
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HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Waterfall, GA Luxury Fairway View 5BR $1,419,000
> Sea Pines Resort, SC Updated 3BR, Sundeck $829,000
> Harbour Ridge, FL 1st Floor 3BR Condo $239,000
> Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA Pond View 4BR $,1595,000
COMMUNITY NEWS
> New! GCH Launches COMPARE Tool
> New! Tamarack Resort Earns ‘Top’ Golfweek Awards
> Improvement Projects at Ford’s Colony, VA
> Tamarack Resort’s New Marina Boat Slips Set to Open
Golf Retirement Planner
> New! Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Callawassie Island, SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Sanctuary Cove, GA
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Palmetto Bluff, SC
> See All the Articles in the Golf Retirement Planner
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Visit Moss Creek, SC, As a Member for a Day
Moss Creek, SC: Golf, fitness, tennis options available.
> Moss Creek, Hilton Head Island SC has a full array of enjoyable Member for a Day opportunities to choose from.
“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 version with lunch or dinner variation, priced at $25 and $35, respectively.
Finally, there is a fitness-center version of the offer, priced at $45 and $55, which includes 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
Tamrack Resort, Idaho, Earn Top Golfweek Awards
Golfweek: “Idaho’s Best Public Course You Can Play.”
Tamarack Resort announces that Osprey Meadows Golf Course has earned two top Golfweek Awards: Idaho’s Best Public Course You Can Play and inclusion on the magazine’s Top 100 Resort Courses in the United States list. Read the press release.
Originally designed by renowned golf course architecture firm Robert Trent Jones II, Osprey Meadows reopened in 2024 following an extensive restoration and reimagining effort led in collaboration with the original RTJ II design team.
The 18-hole, par-73 championship course stretches 7,447 yards from the tips and features dramatic mountain terrain, waterfalls, wetlands, lakes, island-style greens, bridges, and panoramic views of Lake Cascade and Idaho’s West Central Mountains. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
Osprey Cove, GA Hosts Humane Society Fundraiser
Osprey Cove, GA: Hosts Humane Society fundraiser.
> Osprey Cove, St. Mary’s GA is expressing gratitude toward all who contributed to the Osprey Cove Women’s Club collection for the Humane Society of Camden County.
Thanks to the generosity of community residents, three SUVs were filled with donations, including pet food, treats, toys, towels, litter, beds, and cleaning and office supplies, covering nearly every item on the shelter’s wish list.
The Humane Society of Camden County is a nonprofit, no-kill shelter that receives no government or corporate funding. Its work depends entirely on grants, fundraisers and donations to do its important work. Send me more information about Osprey Cove!
New Manager at Indian River Colony Club, FL
Indian River CC, FL: Appoints new General Manager and COO.
> Indian River Colony Club, Melbourne-Viera FL has appointed Richard Martino as the General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of the nonprofit and member-owned community. This follows the retirement of John Robinson, who had served in the position since 2005.
Martino will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the IRCC, serving its resident members and leading its staff of 120.
A student of finance at Southern Connecticut State University, Martino has 36 years of experience in club management, including 22 years in South Florida and most recently at private clubs in New England. Send me more information about Indian River Colony Club!
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2747 Laurel Oak Avenue, Hardeeville, SC 29927 – Riverton Pointe
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities2747 Laurel Oak Avenue, Hardeeville, SC 29927
Asking Price: $669,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2.5 BAs
This 2,191-sf Sentry model home at 2747 Laurel Oak Avenue is under construction in Riverton Pointe, SC and scheduled for completion in late summer.
It features an open layout with a spacious great room, casual dining area and a large covered patio ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining.
The well-appointed island kitchen has wraparound cabinetry and counter space plus a generous pantry.
The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and luxurious bath with dual vanities, oversized shower, linen storage and a private water closet. Send me more about this home in Riverton Pointe!
KEY FEATURES: 2747 Laurel Oak Avenue, SC
The new construction home offers a range of finishes.
> More Community Information: Riverton Pointe, Hardeeville, SC
About Riverton Pointe, SC
Riverton Pointe: Challenge for the golfer, delight for the eye.
Riverton Pointe Golf and Country Club is the social hub of the new, private, Lowcountry community of Riverton Pointe. The club offers the best of the private club lifestyle with world-class golf, fitness, tennis, resort-style swim complex and much more.
Overall, the community’s main goal is to provide a venue for member families to escape, connect and make memories that will last a lifetime. Send me more about this home in Riverton Pointe!
The Waterview Grill
Enjoy Lowcountry dining at the new Waterview Grill.
The brand new Waterview Grill is a full-service restaurant located adjacent to the Fitness Center and Pro Shop.
With views overlooking the 9th and 18th hole, it’s the perfect spot for a quick lunch when making the turn or having dinner with friends. Send me more about this home in Riverton Pointe!
Real Estate Options
Sample Shoreside Collection home by Toll Brothers.
Riverton Pointe features new homes and townhomes by Toll Brothers divided up into four Collections, featuring 15 single-story floorplans on oversized homesites. Prices for home and lot begin at $423,495. Send me more about this home in Riverton Pointe!
GolfCourseHome.com Unveils COMPARE: A Game-Changer for Golf Community Searches
in Buyer Resources, News, Real Estate News, Retirement PlannerGolfCourseHome.com Unveils COMPARE – A Game-Changer for Golf Community Searches
GolfCourseHome.com, a renowned platform that aids homebuyers in finding their dream properties within golf course communities, has unveiled a revolutionary new tool—COMPARE.
This innovative feature is designed to streamline the home buying process for enthusiasts of golf communities by enabling users to compare and inquire about up to three communities simultaneously. Click here to COMPARE Florida golf communities
What is COMPARE?
COMPARE Harbour Ridge’s amenities and pricing with two other Retirement golf communities.
The COMPARE tool is a user-friendly application that saves time and effort for potential buyers. Instead of hopping between various community pages to gather information, users can now submit one inquiry to three different communities with a single form.
This function allows buyers to swiftly streamline their research, making it easier to find the ideal golf community suited to their preferences. Click here to COMPARE Retirement Communities
How does COMPARE Work?
COMPARE Woodside’s amenities, pricing and locaton with two other South Carolina golf communities.
Using COMPARE is straightforward. Buyers can initiate the process by checking the COMPARE box under the name of a community that appears in search results. Once three communities are selected, users simply click on the ‘CLICK TO COMPARE’ option.
The resulting display divides the screen into three columns, showcasing ten key amenities and important information about each community. Check-marks indicate specific amenities available at each location, providing a quick visual representation.
At the bottom of the comparison, a bold link directs users to the inquiry form. With a single click, this inquiry can be sent to all three communities, significantly speeding up their decision-making process. Click here to COMPARE South Carolina golf communities
Benefits of the COMPARE Tool
COMPARE Reynolds Lake Oconee’s amenities, golf course designer and pricing with two other Georgia communities.
This tool not only saves time but also enhances the user’s ability to explore more options in less time. With COMPARE, homebuyers can assess various golf communities based on factors such as location, pricing, amenities, golf course designers, and real estate offerings without the hassle of constant online navigation.
Ultimately, this means that potential buyers can make more informed decisions, reducing the time typically spent on the market. Click here to COMPARE Georgia golf communities
A Busy Spring for GolfCourseHome.com
COMPARE Governor’s Land’s location, amenities and pricing with two other Virginia golf communities.
The launch of COMPARE coincides with a bustling season for GolfCourseHome.com. There are plans to introduce additional communities in May, enhancing the website’s offerings. Click here to COMPARE Virginia golf communities
The team showcased their platform at the Northeast Golf Show held in Foxboro, Massachusetts, engaging with prospective buyers and distributing information about the communities on exhibit.
About GolfCourseHome.com
Founded by David Lott, a former writer for Golf Digest, GolfCourseHome.com has been serving the golf and real estate community since 1995.
Initially starting as a pre-printed insert in INC. Magazine, it transitioned online in 1999, quickly establishing itself as a leader in generating real estate sales leads through the internet.
The site now features over 70 premier golf communities across 15 states, catering to a variety of preferences and budgets.
For those interested in discovering their next golf course home or retirement residence, the COMPARE tool is an invaluable resource that promises to simplify the investigation process while providing comprehensive information at the click of a button.
To learn more about the COMPARE tool or to start your search, click here or contact their team directly for further assistance.
60 Otter Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 – Sea Pines Resort
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities60 Otter Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Asking Price: $829,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2 BAs
This updated home at 60 Otter Road in the Club Course community of Sea Pines, SC offers a comfortable blend of coastal style and everyday functionality.
The open-concept floor plan features a bright living area that flows into a kitchen with ample cabinetry and prep space.
Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a renovated en-suite bath, while two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, family, or a home office.
Outdoor living is enhanced by a large private sundeck. Send me more information about this Sea Pines Resort, SC Home!
KEY FEATURES: 60 Otter Road, SC
The deck has plenty of sunny spots and access to the yard.
> More Community Information: Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head Island SC
About Sea Pines Resort, SC
Sea Pines is your gateway to enjoyment on land and sea.
Sea Pines Resort is a 5,200-acre, master-planned golf and boating community in the Carolina Lowcountry, with guarded entrances and full-time security. It is home to the famed Harbour Town Golf Links and lighthouse.
Sea Pines Resort features four golf courses, including the famed Harbour Town Golf Links (site of an annual PGA Tour event), dozens of tennis courts, the deep-water Harbour Town Yacht Basin, South Beach Marina, 14 miles of paved biking and leisure trails and an equestrian center. Send me more information about this Sea Pines Resort, SC Home!
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Sea Pines is a diversely amenitized community comprised of nearly 2,700 homes and over 1,000 villas. Environmental preservation and sustainable development have been its hallmarks since the mid-20th century. Send me more information about this Sea Pines Resort, SC Home!
12437 NW Harbour Ridge Boulevard, Palm City, FL 34990 – Harbour Ridge
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities12437 NW Harbour Ridge Boulevard, Palm City, FL 34990
Asking: $239,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2 BAs
This 1,849-sf first-floor condo at 12437 NW Harbour Ridge Boulevard overlooks the fairway of Hole No. 1 on the River Ridge Course and offers a comfortable, move-in-ready setting.
Numerous upgrades include updated baths with walk-in showers and a renovated kitchen with granite countertops, newer appliances and custom cabinetry.
Interior finishes include luxury vinyl flooring, new carpet, crown molding, new doors throughout, impact windows,and custom window treatments.
The property also includes a covered carport and a separate private golf cart garage. Send me more about this home in Harbour Ridge!
KEY FEATURES: 12437 NW Harbour Ridge Boulevard, FL
Enjoy a front-row seat looking out on Hole No. 1 fairway.
> More Community Information: Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club presented by HR Properties, Stuart FL
About Harbour Ridge, FL
In addition to golf, Harbour Ridge offers a marina & yacht club.
Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club is an award-winning private, gated, recreational community situated on 885 acres along the wide St. Lucie River.
Located in Palm City on Florida’s Treasure Coast, all residents enjoy an active sporting lifestyle of golf, tennis, pickleball, yachting and fitness. Send me more about this home in Harbour Ridge!
36 Holes of Championship Golf
The No. 6 green on Joe Lee’s Golden Marsh Golf Course.
Harbour Ridge features two championship golf courses designed by two of America’s top leading architects. The Golden Marsh Golf Course was designed by Joe Lee and the River Ridge Golf Course, by Pete Dye and his son, P.B Dye. Send me more about this home in Harbour Ridge!
Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC Real Estate Options
Covered lanais enjoy golf, water and nature views.
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. Send me more about this home in Harbour Ridge!
1071 Yazoo Fishery Road, Greensboro, GA 30642 – Reynolds Lake Oconee
in Golf Homes, Luxury Golf Homes, Luxury water view homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities1071 Yazoo Fishery Road, Greensboro, GA 30642
Asking Price: $1,595,000 Beds/Baths: 4 BRs/3.5 BAs
This 3,463-sf home at 1071 Yazoo Fishery Road in the Bennett Springs area of Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA overlooks a scenic pond with distant views of Lake Oconee.
Designed for comfortable main-level living, its open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light.
Expansive windows and inviting gathering spaces create a strong connection to the outdoors, with beautiful views across the lawn and water.
Upstairs, the spacious room over the garage provides flexible space for guests, a home office, media room, or private retreat. Send me more about this home in Reynolds Lake Oconee!
KEY FEATURES: 1071 Yazoo Fishery Road, GA
The open floor plan offers a spacious island kitchen.
> More Community Information: Reynolds Lake Oconee, Greensboro, GA
About Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA
Reynolds is set on more than 374 miles of shoreline.
Reynolds Lake Oconee, the South’s premier golf and lake community located just east of Atlanta, offers seven award-winning golf courses (with an eighth on the way), 11 restaurants, the Sandy Creek Sporting Grounds, a lakefront Ritz-Carlton, and a range of other acclaimed amenities.
Five of the community’s golf courses are in Golfweek’s Top-15 courses to play in Georgia.
There’s also The Kingdom at Reynolds Lake Oconee, one of only two TaylorMade Kingdoms in the world and a world-class golf instruction and fitting facility. Send me more about this home in Reynolds Lake Oconee!
Reynolds Lake Oconee Lake & Golf Views
Ritz-Carlton Reynolds Lake Oconee is a complete lake resort.
A private waterfront community on Georgia’s scenic Lake Oconee, Reynolds Members experience a wide range of amenities in addition to golf. For example, choose your dining experience from 11 unique restaurants.
In addition, there are multiple state-of-the-art fitness centers, four full-service marinas, an award-winning tennis and pickleball facility, the Sandy Creek Sporting Grounds and 21 miles of walking and hiking trails. Send me more about this home in Reynolds Lake Oconee!
Improvement Projects at Ford’s Colony VA, Lake Arrowhead GA Visit, More
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Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
May 15, 2026 – May 17, 2026
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> NEW! Try the New COMPARE Search Tool
> New Community – River Strand Golf & Country Club, Bradenton, FL
> New Community – Esplanade at Azario, Lakewood Ranch, FL
> Getaways & Stay ‘n’ Plays – Lake Arrowhead, GA Stay & Play
> What’s Going On At… Women’s Championship at Callawassie Island, SC
> Community News and Updates – Improvement Projects at Ford’s Colony, VA
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Try the New COMPARE Communities Search Tool
GolfCourseHome.com, the leading consumer website for buyers looking to buy a primary home, second home or retirement residence within a world-class golf course community, announces the launch of a powerful, new search tool—COMPARE.
>> Try it by clicking here.
Buyers searching for their ideal golf course community can now compare location, pricing, amenities, golf course designer, real estate products and more of up to three golf communities at one time and submit an inquiry to all three with just one click.
Click to Compare
To compare communities, just click the COMPARE box under the name of any community that appears in any search result and in any state, amenity and location/type lists. Then click CLICK TO COMPARE. Try it by clicking here.
The result is three columns featuring 10 amenities and other key information about each community. Check-marks indicate whether a community has a specific amenity. Try it by clicking here.
At the bottom of the screen is a bold link to the inquiry form. Once filled out, one click sends it to all three communities. It’s an easy way to evaluate many communities and request more information in a short space of time. Try it by clicking here.
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NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
River Strand Golf & Country Club, Brandenton, FL
River Strand offers 27 championship holes by Arthur Hills.
River Strand Golf & Country Club is a landmark, private golf community with outstanding amenities, distinctive homes and panoramic views of the wide Manatee River.
The community’s 27-hole golf course, designed by the famed architect Arthur Hills, recently underwent a wall-to-wall, $5.8 million renovation that was completed on time and within budget. Send me more information about River Strand Golf & CC
Aerial of River Strand clubhouse, amenities and homes.
The River Strand clubhouse has a fitness center, aerobics room, resort-style pool, resistance pool and heated spa.
Adjacent to the clubhouse is the Racquet Sports Pro Shop and nine Har-Tru clay tennis courts. Send me more information about River Strand Golf & CC
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Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch, FL
Entrance to Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch.
The first of many Lakewood Ranch-area communities that will join GolfCourseHome.com, Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch is a gated, golf and lifestyle community spanning 1,000 acres along the northern section of the Lakewood Ranch master development.
Home to resort-style living with championship golf and modern amenities, the community features a mix of single-family homes, villas and coach homes—many with golf, lake or preserve views. Send me more information about Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch
The Chris Wilczynski-designed, 18-hole golf course.
Its marquee amenity is an 18-hole, championship golf course by the noted architect Chris Wilczynski. The course comes with a full array of player-friendly practice and warmup features.
Measuring 7,007 yards from its back tees, the course is known for its forgiving fairways, smooth greens and visually unique bunkering.
Tennis and pickleball courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center and resort-style swimming pools round out the amenity package. Send me more information about Esplanade at Azario
Tamarack Resort, Tamarack, Idaho
Tamarack Resort is a 4-season, mountain lifestyle community.
Tamarack Resort is a four-season, mountain resort located in Donnelly, Idaho, featuring a championship golf course, marina with on-water fuel, 2,800 feet of vertical drop and 1,100 acres of skiable terrain.
Set 90 miles north of Boise on the west shore of Lake Cascade, it is tucked into the Payette River Mountains region and is renowned as America’s only ski, golf, and lake resort. Send me more information about Tamarack Resort!
Creekwood, Powder Springs, GA
Creekwood features ranch-style villas with modern amenities.
> Creekwood, Powder Springs, GA, is a vibrant, 55-plus, active-adult community located in Powder Springs, GA.
This new community is smartly designed to offer comfort, convenience and a strong sense of community for retirees.
Developed by Paran Homes, this gated neighborhood features ranch-style villas with modern amenities, making Creekwood an ideal setting for homebuyers seeking a relaxed, active lifestyle. Send me more information about Creekwood 55+ Community!
Traditions of Braselton, Jefferson, GA
The private, gated community of Traditions of Braselton, GA.
> Traditions of Braselton, Jefferson, GA, is a private, gated community is one of 10 new communities in five states to have joined the GCH Network in the past few months.
See the list below along with links connecting you to their Featured Community page and important community information about amenities, real estate, visit packages and more.
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IDAHO
> New! Tamarack Resort, Tamarack, ID READ MORE
GEORGIA
> New! Creekwood, Powder Springs, GA – READ MORE
> New! Traditions of Braselton, Jefferson, GA – READ MORE
> New! Sanctuary Cove, Waverly, GA – READ MORE
NEW JERSEY
> Westlake Golf & CC, Jackson, NJ – READ MORE
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HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Waterfall, GA Fairway View 5BR, Covered Porch $1,419,500
> Savannah Lakes Village, SC Newly Construction 3BR $456,920
> Sanctuary Cove, GA Golf View 4BR, Fenced Lot $585,000
> The Club at Ibis, FL Remodeled 3BR, Patio $540,000
COMMUNITY NEWS
> New! GCH Launches COMPARE Tool
> New! Tamarack Resort’s New Marina Boat Slips Set to Open
> New! Top 10 Visited Communities in April
> Conservancy Classroom at Palmetto Bluff, SC
> Fun Dining Event at Indian River Colony Club, FL
> 2026 Northeast Golf Show a Hit for GCH Communities
Golf Retirement Planner
> New! Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Callawassie Island, SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Sanctuary Cove, GA
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Palmetto Bluff, SC
> See All the Articles in the Golf Retirement Planner
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘n’ PLAYS
Lake Arrowhead, GA Stay & Play
Lake Arrowhead, GA: Stay in luxury villa during Discovery.
> Lake Arrowhead, Waleska GA is pleased to offer Discovery Stay & Play accommodations in a luxury Golf Villa. Guests will be receive a 15-minute presentation describing the community and a tour of model homes. Stay & Play guests receive 10 percent off dining, boat rentals and golf and have access to tennis, pickleball, bocce ball, basketball, hiking trails, pools, fishing pier, Great Festival Park and more.
Weekdays from $169/night. Weekends from $199/night. Rates are based on a minimum 2 night stay, double occupancy. Single night rate for weekdays & weekends is $229, double occupancy. Send me more information about Lake Arrowhead!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
Women’s Championship at Callawassie Island, SC
Callawassie Island, SC: Hosts women’s golf championship.
> Callawassie Island, SC just hosted the Big East Women’s Golf Championship, contested among seven schools from the conference, including Butler, Xavier and Seton Hall. The team from Xavier emerged victorious, finishing at a combined 7-under.
The 27-hole Callawassie Island course is ideal for championship play, thanks to an artful Tom Fazio design along the river and salt marshes plus a dedication to pristine playing conditions. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Improvement Projects at Ford’s Colony, VA
Improvement projects are underway at Ford’s Colony, VA.
> Ford’s Colony, Williamsburg VA has shared news from its HOA concerning improvement projects designed to keep the community attractive and well maintained. The Nature Trail boardwalk replacement phase is nearly completed, with additional improvement projects planned for later in 2026, as an addition early winter.
Work at Edinburgh Pond improvement has been completed, with pipe lining finished and the valve now closed. The upstream pond has been lowered and pipe lining in that area will wrap up soon. Send me more information about Ford’s Colony!
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305 Wellington Court, McCormick, SC 29835 – Savannah Lakes Village
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities305 Wellington Court, McCormick, SC 29835
Asking Price: $456,920 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2.5 BAs
This newly constructed 1,972-sf Russell model home at 305 Wellington Court is tucked along a quiet cul-de-sac in Savannah Lakes Village, SC, with easy access to lake and golf amenities.
It features an open layout with a spacious great room, gas fireplace and a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, solid wood cabinetry and stainless steel Whirlpool appliances.
Interior finishes include Sherwin-Williams Super Paint throughout and granite counters in all bathrooms.
Additional highlights include a covered and screened rear porch, laundry room with utility sink and a 3-car garage with dedicated golf cart bay. Send me more about this home in Savannah Lakes Village!
KEY FEATURES: 305 Wellington Court, SC
Enjoy the outdoors from the spacious screened porch.
> More Community Information: Savannah Lakes Village, McCormick SC
About Savannah Lakes Village, SC
Lake Thurmond offers countless water activities.
Savannah Lakes Village is a member-owned lakefront sporting community, beautifully situated along 25 miles of shoreline in the Upstate of western South Carolina.
Its outstanding attributes include two 18-hole golf courses, two clubhouses and golf shops, an amenity-rich recreation center and easy access to 71,000-acre Lake Thurmond. Send me more about this home in Savannah Lakes Village!
36 Holes & Membership Included
Play on 36 championship holes served by two clubhouses.
The community’s two Tom Clark-designed courses, Monticello and Tara, are routed along lakefront acreage. Each stretches to more than 7,000 yards from their back tees, but multiple tees allow either course to be played from as little as 4,500 yards.
A special bonus for property owners in Savannah Lakes Village is that Golf Membership is included, as are all other amenities.
There are no golf initiation fees to burden new owners, and members can choose from attractive unlimited annual play packages or pay daily golf fees as low as $25, including cart. Send me more about this home in Savannah Lakes Village!