FIRST TEE
Good Morning! Even when golf was a sport on fire more than 10 years ago, half of the people moving to a golf community did not play the game when they first arrived. However, many planned to take up the game once they had settled in. Today, even though fewer may be playing the game, many still arrive at the gates with the dream of learning still alive.
That dream can become reality as today’s new residents continue to have a golden opportunity to learn, or fine-tune their games, at the hands of top teaching staffs right at their own community courses. Who are they? Based on a close look at the GCH communities, they are nationally recognized professionals dedicated to their craft.
Meet some of the best in our list of the Top 10 Best Communities for Great Golf Instruction. Superb instruction, fine facilities and world-class layouts all contribute to the ideal place to learn the game. See the list below with a quick overview of their programs, plus today’s homes for sale in the mountains and on the water. —David Lott, Founder/Publisher
GCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,061 November 16, 2015 Circ. 15,000
Today’s Real Estate Deals & News
* Top 10 Best Communities for Great Golf Instruction
* South Carolina Homes for Sale
* North Carolina Homes for Sale
* Watch for the Retirement Planner – Friday, November 20th!
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Top 10 Best Communities For Great Golf Instruction
Golden Ocala, FL: Home to veteran pro John Elliot.
In this issue we focus on the expertise of this country’s top golf teachers who are part of the GolfCourseHome Network of communities. Naturally, these exemplary teachers, some of them best-in-the-nation and some best-in-state, are only comfortable with good infrastructure, as well. Which means the learning and practice centers at these GCH properties are also top-notch. See below for our ’10 Best Communities for Great Instruction’ organized by state and alphabetically.
FLORIDA
Golden Ocala, FL: John Elliott shoots instructional video.
> Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, Ocala FL is pleased to offer its golfing members the expert guidance of John Elliott, Jr., a 30-year PGA member and former PGA Challenge Cup Team member. Elliot has been a staff instructor with the Golf Digest Schools for more than 20 years. Send me more information about Golden Ocala!
Harbour Ridge, FL: ‘Best in State’ instructor Mike Malazia.
> Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC presented by HR Properties, Stuart FL leaves the swing-sharpening of its members and guests to Golf Digest Best in State instructor Mike Malizia. Mike competed on the PGA and Nationwide Tour from 1994-2005, played in the 2000 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach and won the 2003 Jamaican Open.
Mike joined the Harbour Ridge Staff in 2006 and currently coaches 12 students on the PGA, Nationwide and LPGA Futures Tours. Send me more information about Harbour Ridge!
Ibis Golf & CC, FL: ‘Best Teacher’ Martin Hall.
> Ibis Golf & CC, West Palm Beach FL is the home of a highly familiar face in golf circles, that of Martin Hall, who ranks No. 5 in the nationwide Golf Digest list of 50 Best Teachers.
The British-born professional, host of Golf Channel’s “School of Golf,” may have the most extensive and valuable collection of training aids and props of any teaching pro in the world. Send me more about Ibis Golf & Country Club!
World Golf Village, FL: Best in FL teacher Anne Cain.
> World Golf Village, St. Augustine FL claims its own Golf Digest Best in Florida teaching professional, Anne Cain. Anne qualified for the 1989 U.S. Women’s Open as an amateur at age 21.
She played professionally from 1991 through 1996 and captured two professional titles before setting her sights on a teaching career. Send me more information about World Golf Village!
SOUTH CAROLINA
Colleton River Plantation, SC: Top teacher, fundraiser.
> Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton SC enjoys the expertise and leadership and highly respected David LaPour. Voted one of his state’s best instructors, LaPour not only runs the learning center at Colleton River, he also organized and oversaw a program to build funds for an ambitious expansion and renovation of the facility. Send me more information about Colleton River!
Daniel Island, SC: Ron Cerrudo, two-time PGA Tour winner.
> Daniel Island, Charleston SC is home to Ron Cerrudo, director of instruction at the Daniel Island Club and a Best in State honoree. A two-time winner on the PGA Tour, he arrived at Daniel Island in 2003.
Golfers can check out some of Ron’s tips and pointers on the community’s website, “My Island Town,” in a series called “The Practice Range.” Send me more information about Daniel Island!
Kiawah Island, SC: LPGA Master Pro Carol Preisinger.
> Kiawah Island, SC is where Carol Preisinger, director of instruction, creates an ideal learning environment for golfers bent on improvement. An LPGA Master Professional, Carol was the 1998 LPGA Teacher of the Year.
She has been recognized by GOLF Magazine as a Top 100 Teacher in America since 2005. Her other accolades include ranking No. 8 on the Golf Digest list of Top 50 Best Women Teachers in 2012. Send me more information about Kiawah Island!
GEORGIA
Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA: Charlie King, best in state.
> Reynolds Lake Oconee, Greensboro, GA is a golf and lake-living mecca in central Georgia, complete with its own TaylorMade Kingdom swing analysis and club fitting laboratory.
It’s all under the oversight of Charlie King, a best-in-state teacher on the Golf Digest list as well as a GOLF Magazine Top 100 Teacher in the U.S. Send me more information about Reynolds Lake Oconee!
UTAH
Red Ledges, UT: Jon Paupore, Jim McClean Golf Schools
> Red Ledges, Heber City UT is a recent addition to the portfolio of Jim McLean Golf Schools, and it’s home base for on Jon Paupore, director of instruction. Jon is an expert on the Jim McLean teaching system and personal coach to former LPGA Tour Champion Kelli Kuehne.
He has previously worked with PGA Tour Veteran Briny Baird, as well as several other top professionals on the European Tour and Ladies European Tour. Send me more information about Red Ledges!
VIRGINIA
Kingsmill, VA: Award-winning instruction from Chris George.
> Kingsmill on the James, Williamsburg VA takes pride in its Golf Academy and in the achievements of Chris George, its longtime head of instruction.
A native of Richmond, Chris was voted the No. 1 instructor in Virginia in Golf Digest’s most recent rankings. He was also recognized by the PGA as the 2010 Middle Atlantic Section Teacher of the Year. Send me more information about Kingsmill!
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SOUTH CAROLINA HOMES
Asking Price: $859,000
Property Address: 4 Oyster Court, Callawassie Island, SC
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4.5
This exquisite John Tee Southern Living Design plan is a one-of-a-kind waterfront home on a high bluff overlooking the Colleton River. It’s on a quiet cul-de-sac within walking distance of the River Club community docks.
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NORTH CAROLINA HOMES
Asking Price: $595,000
Property Address: 20 Spring Ridge Lane, Hendersonville, NC
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
The long-distance views from this handsome, 2,419-sf home are considered the best in the entire neighborhood.
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- Casa del Lago, Dominican Republic
- Silver Creek Plantation, NC
- Yacht & Country Club, FL
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New Fitness Center Signals that the Active Lifestyle at Callawassie Island Will Get More Active
in Building and Construction, News, Retirement LivingCallawassie Island has announced plans to break ground in 2016 on a new Fitness Center. The new world-class facility will feature a heated pool and high-performance equipment. Then in 2017, a new River Club Grill will be added to provide casual dining overlooking the Colleton River. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
Callawassie Island Club members approved the building of the two new facilities to further enhance the island experience for its current and future members. The facilities will join an already stellar line-up of top amenities such as an award-winning, 27-hole Tom Fazio golf course, tennis club, Lowcountry clubhouse and swimming pools.
Lowcountry coastal living at Callawassie Island.
“Recent research highlights that primary and second home seekers in the Lowcountry want an active lifestyle with first-class fitness facilities and casual dining opportunities that showcase waterfront views,” said Jeff Spencer, the club’s General Manager. “These new facilities will meet these needs and more.”
The club will hire local architects, contractors and designers to create the new facilities which will add bring new jobs to the local economy. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
About Callawassie Island
Callawassie Island is a private, gated residential community located just 15 minutes from Beaufort, SC, 35 minutes from Hilton Head, SC, and 30 minutes from downtown Savannah, GA. The homes and homesites of Callawassie—including waterfront— are among the area’s best values with prices beginning at $20,000.
A half-mile causeway connects the island to the mainland.
Set among tidal marshes, Callawassie Island offers deep-water access to the Colleton River and Atlantic Ocean and is accessible by a half-mile causeway. It was the first South Carolina community to be designated a “Community Wildlife Habitat” by the National Wildlife Federation.
Coexisting with nature—with live oaks and palmettos, with egrets and herons, and with the thriving ecosystem of the salt marsh—has always been important here. Today, that distinguished designation still applies and Callawassie is one of only four South Carolina communities that can claim it. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
Daniel Island SC & The Cliffs at Mtn Park, SC Are Award Winners, Plus Homes & Lots in FL, NC, SC & UT
in Newsletter, Real Estate for Sale, Special Deals & IncentivesFIRST TEE
Good Morning! Having just returned from a trip to Charleston, SC, and enjoying the great restaurants and night life, I am not surprised that Charleston, home of Daniel Island, was recently named the No. 1 Small City in America by a major travel magazine. See which publication awarded the crown below.
Make that two award winners this week–read also about new kudos for The Cliffs at Mountain Park, SC, plus check out the homes for sale in communities from Florida to the Carolinas and Utah, starting at just $149,000. Have a great Thanksgiving Week!–David Lott, Founder/Publisher
~ GCH Network Newsletter ~
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,063 November 24, 2015 Circ. 15,000
Today’s Real Estate Deals & News
* Florida Homes for Sale
* South Carolina Homes for Sale
* North Carolina Homes for Sale
* Utah Homesites for Sale
* Community News and Updates
* Watch for the next issue – Friday, November 27th!
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FLORIDA HOMES
> More listing information: Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart FL
Asking Price: $499,000
Property Address: 4340 SE Frazier Court, Stuart, FL
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Tootally remodeled in 2006, this 2,822-sf home features an open, spacious floor plan, all overlooking a lake and beautiful pool area. With a retractable awning on porch, and a summer kitchen, this house was made for entertaining. Note: Buyer to pay a $20,000 capital contribution at closing. Send me more about this home in Willoughby Golf Club!
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More listing information: Quail Ridge Golf & CC, Boynton Beach FL
Asking Price: $149,900
Property Address: 3668 Quail Ridge Drive North, Boynton Beach, FL
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
There are commanding lake views from this wonderful second-floor condominium. Parquet flooring flows through out living room, den, dining area and former terrace. It’s an open and spacious living area and the den has a bar for easy entertaining. Send me more about this home in Quail Ridge!
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SOUTH CAROLINA HOMES
> More listing information: Moss Creek Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC
Asking Price: $689,000
Property Address: 63 Peninsula Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
This 2,883-sf custom home has natural light throughout and wonderful water views from nearly every room. Designed in classic Lowcountry style, it features a desirable open floor plan with with soaring ceilings plus a Carolina room. Send me more information about this home in Moss Creek!
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NORTH CAROLINA HOMES
> More listing information: Champion Hills, Hendersonville NC
Asking Price: $1,249,000
Property Address: 105 Falls Summit Lane, Hendersonville, NC
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3.5
This elegant home affords excellent mountain views from throughout the living spaces. It offers low-maintenance landscaping, with water feature and paths around the property. Send me more about this home in Champion Hills!
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UTAH HOMESITES
> More listing information: Red Ledges, Heber City UT
Asking Price: $225,000
Address: Homesite 327, Heber City, UT
Acreage: .24 acres
This quarter-acre parcel is the last remaining homesite on the Jack Nicklaus Signature 12-hole Golf Park. It features a gentle slope for an easy build and inspiring views of Mt. Timpanogos. Send me more information about this homesite in Red Ledges!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
SOUTH CAROLINA
The Cliffs at Mountain Park, SC: Earns Audubon recognition.
> The Cliffs at Mountain Park, Travelers Rest, SC has earned a “Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary” designation through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses.
The Cliffs at Mountain Park is one of only 24 golf courses in South Carolina to earn this certification, which requires strict standards of Wildlife and Habitat Management, Chemical Use Reduction /Safety and Water Quality Management. Send me more information about The Cliffs at Mountain Park!
Daniel Island, SC: Charleston, SC rated #1 again.
> Daniel Island, Charleston SC is pleased to report that Charleston has once again been named the No. 1 Small City in the U.S. in the Conde Nast Traveler 2015 Readers’ Choice Awards.
From the city’s cuisine and shopping to its culture and natural beauty, Condé Nast Traveler and its readers recognize Charleston as the truly special place that it is – for those who visit and those who call it home. Send me more information about Daniel Island!
FLORIDA
Ibis Golf & Country Club, FL: Opens new 80K-sf clubhouse.
> The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach FL recently celebrated the grand opening of a breathtaking new clubhouse, highlighted by a visit from club courses designers Jack and Steve Nicklaus.
The new 80,000-sf clubhouse was a central part of the $33 million the club spent on renovations, which added 22,000 sf of space and plenty of glitzy amenities to to improve every aspect of the club’s operation. Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
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FOR SALE: Updated Moss Creek SC Waterview Home
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: Moss Creek Plantation, Hilton Head Island SC
Asking Price: $689,000
Property Address: 63 Peninsula Drive
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
This 2,883-sf custom home has natural light throughout and wonderful water views from nearly every room. Designed in classic Lowcountry style, it features a desirable open floor plan with with soaring ceilings plus a Carolina room.
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About Moss Creek
Moss Creek Plantation is a private, master-planned community covering 1,000 acres just minutes from the bridge that leads to world-famous Hilton Head Island. The property, blessed with natural beauty, is maintained and managed with utmost care and attention to detail.
Property owners each own a share of Moss Creek Plantation’s enviable amenities—two great golf courses, seven tennis courts, fully equipped equestrian center, boat storage facility, two nature preserves, 14,000-sf clubhouse, casual waterfront pavilion, marshfront pool and miles of trails. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
Golf by Tom Fazio
Golf at Moss Creek Golf Club is a testament to the early greatness of Tom Fazio, who designed the entire Devils Elbow complex—both the South and North 18-hole courses. Each is lined with magnificent oak trees and tall airy pines, giving way to scented salt marshes.
The golf courses at Moss Creek Plantation can be best described as Lowcountry golf landscape accented by large ponds and water tributaries with tidal salt marshes at the edges. Golfers pause to spot alligators sunning on the banks, egrets and circling hawks or eagles, even a family of wild turkeys moving silently by. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
From the Clubhouse to the Courts….
Inside its alluring Lowcountry facade, Moss Creek Clubhouse is ingeniously designed to include several large and small dining spaces and a classic Grill Room for gathering or watching a game. There are private rooms to meet and dine in, as well.
The Moss Creek Tennis Center, open to all residents, consists of 7 Har-Tru lighted courts, a practice wall and ball machine, tennis clubhouse with pro shop and plenty of seating for enthusiasts to watch friends as well as professional exhibitions.
This tennis-loving community is home to a vibrant club led by its PTR Certified Professional and organized into USTA leagues for all levels of men’s, women’s and mixed doubles. Group and private lessons are available for beginner to advanced players. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
….to the Creeks
You’ll find the Hilton Head area’s only private mainland marina at Moss Creek Plantation. Offering access to the Intracoastal Waterway, the marina accommodates 75 wet slips and 125 dry slips, along with three kayak racks and water and electricity at docksides.
The Moss Creek Community Pools are located at Bostwick Point. This popular complex features a 4,200-sf beach-entry pool, a 16-foot kiddie pool, a fine lap pool, with comfort facilities and a snack bar for convenience. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
Fit & Fun
The fitness center is equipped with top-of-the-line cardio and weight training machines overlooking the marina and salt marshes. A variety of classes are offered as well as personal training to help members accomplish their fitness goals.
The Pavilion serves as a meeting place for the community’s activity-theme groups. It is equipped with a kitchen and outdoor grills, banquet tables and chairs. Lots at Moss Creek Plantation start at $60,000, homes range from $200,000. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
NEW TO MARKET: Quail Ridge FL Lake View Condo $149,900
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club, Boynton Beach FL
Asking Price: $149,900
Property Address: 3668 Quail Ridge Drive North
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
There are commanding lake views from this wonderful second floor condominium. Parquet flooring flows through out living room, den, dining area and former terrace. It’s an open and spacious living area and the den has a bar for easy entertaining.
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About Quail Ridge
Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club is a private golf club community community and club set on 578 acres in Boynton Beach, FL. A member-owned community, Quail Ridge is gracefully accented by pines, palms, oaks, hibiscus, bougainvillea and other varieties of trees and plants.
Featuring apartments, villas and luxurious custom homes, this low-density community offers 36 holes of championship golf by Joe Lee, an active lifestyle and close proximity to the culture and amenities of the Palm Beaches. Send me more about this home in Quail Ridge!
Golf by Joe Lee
Both courses at Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club are tree-lined with pines, palms, oaks, ficus and palmettos. Traps, bunkers, ponds, lakes and hazards placed in typical Joe Lee fashion create a never-ending challenge. Five sets of tees let everyone play to their own level.
The turf on the North Course is Bermuda grass with rye over seeded in December to May. The South Course has recently been completely regrassed with paspallum. Two fully stocked pro shops offer a large selection of golf wear and equipment. Send me more about this home in Quail Ridge!
A Completed Community
One of the advantages of purchasing a home at Quail Ridge Golf & Country Club is that it is a completed community which has reached its membership goal. There are no “bothersome construction activities or unsightly, unsold lots, and there are no corporations, developers, financial institutions or outside influences involved in its operation,” community executives proudly say.
And the living is easy at Quail Ridge. Various in-house service units take care of all the communities’ needs, including full-service maintenance and repair, plus a fully staffed housekeeping department. Send me more about this home in Quail Ridge!
FOR SALE: Completely Renovated & Golf Course Views at The Landings GA
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate NewsAsking Price: $489,900
Address: 1 Rebecca Lane, Skidaway Island, GA
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
This home is completely renovated and move-in ready. It offers excellent golf-course views from many rooms and from the large backyard patio.
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About The Landings
The Landings is a vibrant, premier residential community on Skidaway Island, less than 10 miles south of historic Savannah, Georgia.
The community is run by its debt-free homeowners association and has been for the past 15 years. The Urban Land Institute named The Landings “one of the nation’s best residential communities.” Send me more information about The Landings!
Amenities
Resident facilities in this gated community include two deep-water marinas, 40 miles of walking and biking trails, playgrounds, a Village Library, Skidaway Farms (a community garden), dog park, nature trail and so much more.
The club amenities consist of six championship 18-hole golf courses, 34 tennis courts, five pools (two indoor), four dining clubhouses and an impressive fitness and wellness center with spa services. All golf courses are covered under one membership and all are just a golf cart ride away.
Find Your Tribe
Known for its warm sense of community, The Landings on Skidaway Island offers more than 100 social clubs, including New Neighbors and Landings Landlovers, making it easy to find new friends and create life-long friendships.
The Landings Association also owns a number of Rhodes 19 sailboats and the Sailing Club meets every weekend for enjoyment and competition. Delegal Creek Marina offers kayak storage and rental and the kayak club meets regularly. In season BBQ’s with entertainment are held at both the Delegal Marina and Landings Harbour Marina.
Residents of The Landings can also enjoy all of the amenities, culture, events and healthcare that Savannah offers, and then retreat to their private oasis at the end of the day. The Landings provides you with the best of both worlds! Send me more about this home in The Landings!
Real Estate Opportunities
The Landings on Skidaway Island is a community of custom homes reflecting personal expression through a wide variety of architectural styles, while unity is ensured by The Landings Architectural Review process. Homes at The Landings range in price from $250,000 to more than $2 million.
Lots range from patio to full-size and estate lots, offering golf, lagoon, river, wooded and marsh views. Lots at The Landings on Skidaway Island range in price from $70,000 to $400,000. Send me more about this home in The Landings!
FOR SALE: Homesite on Signature Hole #17 at Currahee Club GA
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: Currahee Club, Toccoa GA
Asking Price: $225,000
Address: F-2 Lot 22
This prime golf homesite borders No. 17, the signature hole of the golf course.
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About Currahee Club
The Currahee Club is a 1,200-acre private, gated residential club community set in foothill splendor along the shores of Lake Hartwell near the Georgia-South Carolina line. Currahee means ‘stands alone’ in the local Cherokee language and as a lure for luxurious private club living, the name is right on target.
The community’s signature amenity is a luxurious 45,000-sf, mountain-style clubhouse which features three covered stone terraces for dining or enjoying panoramic lake and mountain views. Inside there’s a spectacular 60-foot grand room with oversized floor-to-ceiling stone fireplaces, leather chair sitting areas & chess play. Send me more information about Currahee Club!
Golf with Lake Hartwell Views
The community’s 18-hole, Jim Fazio-designed world-class golf course is known for its three state mountain and Lake Hartwell views, plus a memorable par-3 hole over a rock quarry.
The course features multiple tees for every level player, eight holes with water features, Bermuda fairways, fast greens and mountain topography. Rolling fairways, dramatic elevation changes of up to 150 feet and generous sloping greens create a challenging and memorable round of golf. Send me more information about Currahee Club!
Families Are Welcome
The Currahee Club Amenity Campus, in addition to the lake and golf, is another important element of active community life. It is a full-service center dedicated to fitness, wellness and enjoyment for all ages.
The Amenity Campus overlooks a negative-edge salt water swimming pool and deck. Popular amenity components are the playground, Grand Lawn, fire pits and more–all surrounded by groomed walking trails.
Luxury amenities also include a spa-like ladies locker room and a rich den-style men’s locker room. Fireplace, bookcases, custom-built Irish Pub and cigar porch combine to create a welcome retreat. Indian heritage artwork adorns the walls and halls. Send me more information about Currahee Club!
The Club at Ibis Celebrates Grand Opening of Its New Clubhouse
in Building and Construction, Events and Holidays, Golf ArchitectsThe Club at Ibis in West Palm Beach, Fla., celebrated the grand opening of a breathtaking new clubhouse on Tuesday, November 17, highlighted by a visit by club courses designers Jack and Steve Nicklaus.
The new 80,000 SF clubhouse was a central part of the $33 million the club spent on renovations which added 22,000 sf of space and plenty of glitzy amenities to every aspect of the high-end club’s operation.
The event also signaled the completion of the club’s capital improvement project that included an all-new 28,000-sf sports village at The Club at Ibis, formerly known as Ibis Golf & Country Club. Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
The Atrium in The Club at Ibis
Ibis members were joined by the Nicklauses, whose family has designed the three respected golf courses at Ibis, West Palm Beach Mayor Jeri Muoio and Ibis management and staff.
The extension creates more than 40 percent additional space and allows new restaurants such as The Atrium and The Pub to move upstairs and take advantage of the eye-catching scenery of the Nicklaus courses.
The Atrium Lounge, with its 23-ft ceilings, will provide a comfortable, casual setting for lunch and dinner on the upper level. Adjacent is The Pub, a gathering place for friends to watch sports in a casual setting as well as the 2,500-sf Pub Terrace outside on the veranda overlooking the Legend Course. Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
New Clubhouse Offers Elegant/Casual Dining
For elegance, there’s The Grand Ballroom that accommodates 450 diners or can be subdivided into three more intimate settings. The Palm and Ficus Rooms can serve as gathering spots prior to an event in The Grand Ballroom or used on their own for smaller parties.
“It’s exciting to see the look on the members’ faces when they walk in and see the new clubhouse for the first time,” said Stephen LoGiudice, Ibis’s General Manager/COO. “The club has truly transformed itself into one of the most innovative and competitive clubs in our market place.”
Among the highlights on the clubhouse’s lower level is Panache, a fine-dining restaurant that also can be used as a place for private parties and celebrations. Panache will also include a chef’s table area so people can watch their meals being prepared to add to their dining experience.
Golf Improvements
The Golf Shop has been enlarged and features more merchandising space and the Golf Desk is centrally located to better serve Ibis’s members. The Locker Rooms have been enhanced with the Men’s showcasing dark, masculine colors and the women’s utilizing softer tones.
Ibis is also introducing The Renaissance Room, a 1,500-square-foot room that will be the perfect setting for the clubs within the Ibis Cultural Association to meet for classes, lectures and seminars. Also new are The Game Rooms, four rooms fittingly named for the suits in a deck of cards — Spades, Hearts, Clubs and Diamonds. Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
A Member-Owned Club
Ibis’s members took ownership of the club three years ago and quickly embarked on the $33 million Capital Improvement Plan to enhance the current members’ experience and to attract the next, younger generation.
“We wanted to ensure that the improvements will hold true to Ibis’s long-range plans to meet current and future members’ expectations and, as importantly, work within the financial framework of the Club,” said Club President Peter Miller. “We are thankful to have the overwhelming support of so many of our members and the West Palm Beach community.” Send me more information about The Club at Ibis!
Top 10 Best Communities for Great Golf Instruction, Plus Homes for Sale in NC & SC
in Golf Digest, Golf Magazine, Newsletter, Real Estate for Sale, Special Golf Community Feature ArticlesFIRST TEE
Good Morning! Even when golf was a sport on fire more than 10 years ago, half of the people moving to a golf community did not play the game when they first arrived. However, many planned to take up the game once they had settled in. Today, even though fewer may be playing the game, many still arrive at the gates with the dream of learning still alive.
That dream can become reality as today’s new residents continue to have a golden opportunity to learn, or fine-tune their games, at the hands of top teaching staffs right at their own community courses. Who are they? Based on a close look at the GCH communities, they are nationally recognized professionals dedicated to their craft.
Meet some of the best in our list of the Top 10 Best Communities for Great Golf Instruction. Superb instruction, fine facilities and world-class layouts all contribute to the ideal place to learn the game. See the list below with a quick overview of their programs, plus today’s homes for sale in the mountains and on the water. —David Lott, Founder/Publisher
GCH Network Newsletter
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
Vol. 16, No. 1,061 November 16, 2015 Circ. 15,000
Today’s Real Estate Deals & News
* Top 10 Best Communities for Great Golf Instruction
* South Carolina Homes for Sale
* North Carolina Homes for Sale
* Watch for the Retirement Planner – Friday, November 20th!
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Top 10 Best Communities For Great Golf Instruction
Golden Ocala, FL: Home to veteran pro John Elliot.
In this issue we focus on the expertise of this country’s top golf teachers who are part of the GolfCourseHome Network of communities. Naturally, these exemplary teachers, some of them best-in-the-nation and some best-in-state, are only comfortable with good infrastructure, as well. Which means the learning and practice centers at these GCH properties are also top-notch. See below for our ’10 Best Communities for Great Instruction’ organized by state and alphabetically.
FLORIDA
Golden Ocala, FL: John Elliott shoots instructional video.
> Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, Ocala FL is pleased to offer its golfing members the expert guidance of John Elliott, Jr., a 30-year PGA member and former PGA Challenge Cup Team member. Elliot has been a staff instructor with the Golf Digest Schools for more than 20 years. Send me more information about Golden Ocala!
Harbour Ridge, FL: ‘Best in State’ instructor Mike Malazia.
> Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC presented by HR Properties, Stuart FL leaves the swing-sharpening of its members and guests to Golf Digest Best in State instructor Mike Malizia. Mike competed on the PGA and Nationwide Tour from 1994-2005, played in the 2000 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach and won the 2003 Jamaican Open.
Mike joined the Harbour Ridge Staff in 2006 and currently coaches 12 students on the PGA, Nationwide and LPGA Futures Tours. Send me more information about Harbour Ridge!
Ibis Golf & CC, FL: ‘Best Teacher’ Martin Hall.
> Ibis Golf & CC, West Palm Beach FL is the home of a highly familiar face in golf circles, that of Martin Hall, who ranks No. 5 in the nationwide Golf Digest list of 50 Best Teachers.
The British-born professional, host of Golf Channel’s “School of Golf,” may have the most extensive and valuable collection of training aids and props of any teaching pro in the world. Send me more about Ibis Golf & Country Club!
World Golf Village, FL: Best in FL teacher Anne Cain.
> World Golf Village, St. Augustine FL claims its own Golf Digest Best in Florida teaching professional, Anne Cain. Anne qualified for the 1989 U.S. Women’s Open as an amateur at age 21.
She played professionally from 1991 through 1996 and captured two professional titles before setting her sights on a teaching career. Send me more information about World Golf Village!
SOUTH CAROLINA
Colleton River Plantation, SC: Top teacher, fundraiser.
> Colleton River Plantation, Bluffton SC enjoys the expertise and leadership and highly respected David LaPour. Voted one of his state’s best instructors, LaPour not only runs the learning center at Colleton River, he also organized and oversaw a program to build funds for an ambitious expansion and renovation of the facility. Send me more information about Colleton River!
Daniel Island, SC: Ron Cerrudo, two-time PGA Tour winner.
> Daniel Island, Charleston SC is home to Ron Cerrudo, director of instruction at the Daniel Island Club and a Best in State honoree. A two-time winner on the PGA Tour, he arrived at Daniel Island in 2003.
Golfers can check out some of Ron’s tips and pointers on the community’s website, “My Island Town,” in a series called “The Practice Range.” Send me more information about Daniel Island!
Kiawah Island, SC: LPGA Master Pro Carol Preisinger.
> Kiawah Island, SC is where Carol Preisinger, director of instruction, creates an ideal learning environment for golfers bent on improvement. An LPGA Master Professional, Carol was the 1998 LPGA Teacher of the Year.
She has been recognized by GOLF Magazine as a Top 100 Teacher in America since 2005. Her other accolades include ranking No. 8 on the Golf Digest list of Top 50 Best Women Teachers in 2012. Send me more information about Kiawah Island!
GEORGIA
Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA: Charlie King, best in state.
> Reynolds Lake Oconee, Greensboro, GA is a golf and lake-living mecca in central Georgia, complete with its own TaylorMade Kingdom swing analysis and club fitting laboratory.
It’s all under the oversight of Charlie King, a best-in-state teacher on the Golf Digest list as well as a GOLF Magazine Top 100 Teacher in the U.S. Send me more information about Reynolds Lake Oconee!
UTAH
Red Ledges, UT: Jon Paupore, Jim McClean Golf Schools
> Red Ledges, Heber City UT is a recent addition to the portfolio of Jim McLean Golf Schools, and it’s home base for on Jon Paupore, director of instruction. Jon is an expert on the Jim McLean teaching system and personal coach to former LPGA Tour Champion Kelli Kuehne.
He has previously worked with PGA Tour Veteran Briny Baird, as well as several other top professionals on the European Tour and Ladies European Tour. Send me more information about Red Ledges!
VIRGINIA
Kingsmill, VA: Award-winning instruction from Chris George.
> Kingsmill on the James, Williamsburg VA takes pride in its Golf Academy and in the achievements of Chris George, its longtime head of instruction.
A native of Richmond, Chris was voted the No. 1 instructor in Virginia in Golf Digest’s most recent rankings. He was also recognized by the PGA as the 2010 Middle Atlantic Section Teacher of the Year. Send me more information about Kingsmill!
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SOUTH CAROLINA HOMES
> More listing information: Callawassie Island, SC
Asking Price: $859,000
Property Address: 4 Oyster Court, Callawassie Island, SC
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4.5
This exquisite John Tee Southern Living Design plan is a one-of-a-kind waterfront home on a high bluff overlooking the Colleton River. It’s on a quiet cul-de-sac within walking distance of the River Club community docks.
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NORTH CAROLINA HOMES
> More listing information: Champion Hills, Hendersonville NC
Asking Price: $595,000
Property Address: 20 Spring Ridge Lane, Hendersonville, NC
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
The long-distance views from this handsome, 2,419-sf home are considered the best in the entire neighborhood.
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FOR SALE: 704 Craggyside Lane, Cliffs at Walnut Cove NC
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, Arden NC
Asking Price: $1,995,000
Property Address: 704 Craggyside Lane
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
This Bob Timberlake designed home marries the best of casual elegance with functionality, amenities, and fine finishes. It offers southern views of Walnut Cove’s golf course from the wrap around deck and fireplace.
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About The Cliffs at Walnut Cove
The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, the only private gated golf community in Asheville and located minutes from downtown, offers a rare combination of privacy, convenience, natural splendor and refined elegance.
The community sits on 1,500 acres surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest and minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, which overlooks the community at its first lookout point. Send me more about this home in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove!
Old World Splendor
The Walnut Cove clubhouse is characterized by rustic Old World European splendor, a favorite of the early 20th-century architects who made their home in Asheville after construction of the Vanderbilts’ Biltmore estate.
Yet the community also incorporates some of the most modern styling and amenities available at The Cliffs today. Send me more about this home in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove!
Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf
Opened in 2005, the Walnut Cove Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is the only championship golf course to have debuted with a PGA Tour event. The course’s front nine holes wind across open fields of former farmlands, playing across soft ridges and featuring bunkers that create multiple risk and reward opportunities.
The back nine plays into native woodland vegetation, crisscrossing over and around mountain streams. Send me more about this home in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove!
The Club Village
The heart of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is the Club Village, which includes the Golf House, the Tavern and neighborhood townhomes. Designed to resemble a traditional European town hall, the Club Village features the 12,000-sf Tavern, which offers fine and casual dining in an elegant setting.
Members can choose from the grand dining hall for dinner celebrations and a pub for casual lunches. The terrace at the Tavern is popular for barbecues and live music. Send me more about this home in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove!
State-of-the-Art Wellness Center
The 18,000-sf, state-of-the-art wellness center features a fitness room, cardio area, functional training room including a TRUE Stretch machine, and aerobics studio. A heated indoor pool and Junior Olympic outdoor swimming pool are available for swimming laps or water fitness classes, after which members can unwind in the outdoor hot tub.
The Wellness Center also features four Har-Tru clay, lighted tennis courts, personal training and consultation from our exercise physiologists and trainers, and spa services. Send me more about this home in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove!
FOR SALE: 25 River Bend Drive, Callawassie Island SC
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Real Estate News> More community information: Callawassie Island, SC
Asking Price: $298,000
Address: 25 River Bend Drive
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3.5
A circular driveway adds graceful ambience to this 3,530-sf Lowcountry style home with its long marsh and water views. Located on a private cul-de-sac, this custom home has 4 bedrooms and 31/2 baths. This light and bright home features extensive moldings, generous ceilings, fireplaces in living and family rooms plus extensive decking and screen porch.
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About Callawassie Island
Set in the Carolina Lowcountry, Callawassie Island is a private, gated island community offering world-class Tom Fazio golf and a full complement of amenities. A half-mile causeway provides a relaxing, almost magical approach to the island, where peace and quiet are as plentiful as vibrant activity.
Callawassie is ideally located—near Hilton Head Island–yet a world apart from its crowds, noise and traffic. For convenience and charm, Beaufort is only 15 minutes away and historic Savannah, Georgia, only 30.
The homes and homesites of Callawassie—including waterfront— are among the area’s best values. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
Golf by Tom Fazio
In designing the 27-hole Callawassie Island golf course, Fazio took advantage of a lush natural environment to create intriguing visual drama as well as excellent playability.
One of the master architect’s earliest designs, the course meanders intimately along the river and salt marshes in a way that environmental regulations make difficult today. And wth a recent $4 million renovation, the three distinct nines play like new. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
A Certified Community Wildlife Habitat
Callawassie Island is the first South Carolina community to have been designated a “Community Wildlife Habitat” by the National Wildlife Federation. Coexisting with nature—with live oaks and palmettos, with egrets and herons, and with the thriving ecosystem of the salt marsh—has always been important here. Today, that distinguished designation still applies and Callawassie is one of only four South Carolina communities that can claim it.
Clubhouse and Other Amenities
Every community needs a center, and at Callawassie Island, it’s the gracious clubhouse. Encompassing 26,000 square feet of Lowcountry style, it offers a fine blend of casual and formal dining areas. Members and guests enjoy the Grill Room Bar for a drink after a round of golf as much as the Dogwood Room for a gourmet dinner.
The clubhouse complex includes a pool overlooking the marsh, with the golf practice area, pro shop, tennis center, and fitness center nearby. Final touches are bocce and croquet courts and a horseshoe pit. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!
The River Club
Overlooking the beautiful Colleton River, the Callawassie Island River Club provides a casual gathering place for friends and neighbors. Noteworthy features are the library and fireplace inside, and the family swimming pool, sundeck and fire pit area outside.
The River Club docks offer community boat tie-ups and slips, as well as deep-water access to the Colleton River and Port Royal Sound. The Sugar Mill Ruins dock and the Paddler’s Point dock offer easy creek access to residents with smaller boats or kayaks. The island’s surrounding tidal rivers, creeks, and freshwater ponds are home to great inshore fishing. Residents catch shrimp and crab right off the community docks. Send me more information about Callawassie Island!