~ 2022 GCH Annual Index ~
Year-End Double Issue
> The Most-Visited Communities – Where Buyers Want to Live
> The 2022 GCH Community of the Year
> 2022’s Most-Wanted Amenities – The Top 10
> The Most Popular Community Types, Lifestyle
> 2022 Top Search Categories
> The Most Search-For States
> The Retirement Planner
> New Communities to GCH in 2022
> The Most Popular Homes of 2022
Happy New Year! Welcome to the 2022 GCH Annual Index–an in-depth look at all the year’s activity on the Golf Course Home Network.
This year’s Index is the 11th consecutive edition, featuring the year’s new communities, most-visited communities, retirement advice, top amenities, most popular homes and more.
The real estate year has been one of two minds. The first half continued the rising prices and active sales of 2021. The second half reflected the pressure of rising interest rates as both sales and home price increases started to slow.
Golf Keeps Growing
The Landings, GA: 6 courses & many opportunities to play.
The National Golf Foundation reported that 37.5M Americans (age 6+) played golf both on-course and off-course in 2021, up from the previous year’s strong number. In addition, 3.2M people played golf for the first time in 2021, the second year in a row that figure topped 3 million–yet more signs that golf is growing nicely.
That rising participation in the sport helped Golf Course Home maintain nearly the same number of visitors as last year despite the headwinds now blowing. Use the links below to see a review of all the activity GCH enjoyed in 2022 and use it to help plan your searches next year.
New Communities & Retirement Focus
Osprey Cove, GA: Outdoor lifestyle make retirement a breeze.
Concurrent with the rising number of new golfers and increased play is the sustained interest in purchasing in a golf community. Our stats from this year show that the No. 1 reason someone visits GolfCourseHome.com is to find a home for their retirement.
To help you in that search, see below for links to the GCH Golf Retirement Planner, as well as links and summaries of the year’s activity.
And finally, thank you, our subscribers and visitors, for continuing to make Golf Course Home–now entering its 28th year since its founding in 1995 and its 24th year online–a part of your journey as you embark on your plans for a new home for you and your family. It continues to be our privilege to serve you. Stay safe and healthy in 2023!–David Lott, Founder and Publisher
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2022 GCH Annual Index
The Year’s Most-Visited Communities
Treasure Lake, PA: Lakeside living & affordable homes = Top 10.
More than half of this year’s members of the Top 10 Most Visited Communities are new, while the title of Most Visited Community on Golf Course Home featured a contest of familiar rivals.
In all, 25 different communities enjoyed at least one month ranked in the Top 10 Most Visited, and five communities enjoyed the No. 1 monthly ranking. Top 10 newcomer Osprey Cove in St. Marys, GA, was the only community to grabb the No. 1 spot for two months.
Florida the Top State
Florida’s hold on the Top 10 loosened a bit in 2022 with four communities in the elite group, followed by Georgia and South Carolina each with two, Arizona and Pennsylvania with one each.
Communities on the island of Martha’s Vineyard continued to shine in the summer months, with The Field Club/Boathouse being the No. 1 community in June and earning a place in the Top 10 from June to September.
A New No. 1
Harbour Ridge, FL: Golf, St. Lucie River & fine homes.
And overall, a familiar community reclaimed its place as the Most Visited Community of the Year. Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Palm, City, FL, claimed the most visitors in seven months out of 12 and was Top 3 or better throughout the year.
Harbour Ridge dethroned Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL, which still had a strong year, finishing at No. 3.
Other communities that claimed a monthly first-place ranking were Treasure Lake, PA, The Boathouse/Field Club, MA, and Osprey Cove, GA. See the full ranking list below.
2022 GCH Annual Index
Top 10 Most-Visited Communities
Riverbend, SC: Serene location, Sun City & 54 holes of golf.
1. Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC, Stuart, FL
2. Osprey Cove, St. Marys, GA – New to Top 10
3. The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL
4. Sun City Riverbend, Bluffton, SC
5. Lakewood National, Bradenton, FL
6. Trilogy, Rio Verde, AZ – Up from Honorable Mention
7. Treasure Lake, DuBois, PA – New to Top 10
8. The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach, FL – New to Top 10
9. Savannah Lakes Village, McCormick, SC – New to Top 10
10. Reynolds Lake Oconee, Greensboro, GA – New to Top 10
Honorable Mention: Desert Mountain, Scottsdale, AZ; Mirabel, Scottsdale, AZ
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COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR
Harbour Ridge, FL: 36 holes, river & Florida lifestyle.
Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Palm City, FL, has made a habit of topping the annual list. Ranked third last year, the Florida community reaches the apex for the sixth time.
Harbour Ridge has had many years for GCH visitors to become familiar with it, having first appeared in 2000, 22 years ago.
The community had made numerous investments in its amenities since then, headed by its magnificent clubhouse. Thirty-six championship golf holes, racket sports (including pickleball) and a marina on the St. Lucie River combine to create a multi-faceted lifestyle and attract a wide range of interests and residents.
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Most Wanted AMENITIES
Haig Point, SC: Equestrian facilities for oceanfront rides.
Water sports came to the fore in 2022 with marina, boating and lake access leading the way.
Equestrian facilities (new), and children’s camps and activities all received importance while Olympic-sized swimming pools, walking trails and fitness centers all exited the Top 10.
Security continued to be an important need with gated communities ranking as the No. 2 most-searched for amenity. Twenty-four-hour security was a top-tier need, too, ranking 10th.
No. 1 again was the desire to purchase a home in a retirement community. Those communities that provide nearby health facilities, a welcoming atmosphere and friendly neighbors were rewarded with the most visitors. See the full Top 10 list below.
2022 GCH Annual Index
Top 10 Amenities
Links below go to a list featuring all communities with the stated amenity.
1. Retirement Communities
2. Gated Communities
3. Marina
4. Pet Friendly
5. Equestrian
6. Lake
7. Children’s Camps & Activities
8. Boating
9. Rentals
10. 24-Hour Security
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2022 GCH Annual Index
Top 5 Lifestyle Locations
Indian River Colony, Club, FL: Military receives a warm welcome.
Making a strong statement for military families, military retirement communities placed a strong second for visitors seeking a specific lifestyle. Indian River Colony Club in Melbourne, FL, fills the bill exactly.
Waterfront, and especially oceanfront, was again the dominant requirement for a community. Lake, river, waterway or ocean views were in high demand.
Thus, communities such as Lake Arrowhead, GA, Savannah Lakes Village, SC, and Hammock Dunes, FL, received plenty of views.
2022 GCH Annual Index
Top 5 Locations/Lifestyle
Links go to a list of all communities featuring the stated lifestyle
- Oceanfront Communities
- Military Retirement Communities
- Lake Communities
- Mountain Communities
- Island Communities
- Desert Communities
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2022 GCH Annual Index
The Most Searched-for States
Desert Mountain, AZ: Arizona was the No. 2 most desired state.
Florida continues to be the No. 1 most-searched-for state for Golf Course Home visitors with Arizona and Georgia following up in the No. 2 and No. 3 positions.
Moving higher in the rankings is Massachusetts, powered by communities located on the island of Martha’s Vineyard.
- Florida
- Arizona
- Georgia
- Texas
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Massachusetts
- Virginia
- Pennsylvania
- Delaware
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The Retirement Planner
Kingsmill, VA: Top golf and Colonial Williamsburg nearby.
The Retirement Planner features a number of guides that give top 10 reasons for retiring to a specific community or location. See a sampling of the guides, below.
Go to Retirement Planner for the full list of articles.
> 13 Reasons to Retire to West Palm Beach & The Club at Ibis, FL
> 5 Big Reasons Retire to Woodside, Aiken, SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Indian River CC, FL
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Delaware (& Heritage Shores)
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Treasure Lake PA
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Top Search Categories
Callawassie Island, SC: A relaxed, Lowcountry lifestyle.
Here are some of 2022’s most-searched-for categories featuring all the posts related to the search phrase.
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New Communities
Golf Course Home welcomed new member communities from Massachusetts and Pennsylvania in 2022. See a brief description and links to the communities below.
Massachusetts
Vineyard Haven & West Chop, Martha’s Vineyard
Vineyard Haven, MA: World-class & recreational sailing.
Vineyard Haven, and its adjacent summer colony of West Chop, is the main entrance to Martha’s Vineyard, a magical island six miles off the coast of Cape Cod.
Home to the busiest ferry port on island, and the only ferry port to run year round, Vineyard Haven is a wonderful landing spot for visitors and locals alike.
During the summer, the West Chop Club, Vineyard Haven Yacht Club, Mink Meadows Golf Club and Lake Tashmoo are all active hives of activity for tennis players, golfers, sailors and more. Read more.
Pennsylvania
Toftrees Resort, State College
Toftrees Golf Resort, PA: Top golf with Penn State nearby.
The scenic and stimulating neighborhoods that surround Toftrees Golf Resort offer a vibrant lifestyle in the award-winning university town of State College, Pennsylvania.
The celebrated Toftrees resort amenities—including its highly rated championship golf course—are surrounded by townhouses, single-family homes and apartments in the safe, secure environment where Penn State students and faculty live, work and play. Read More.
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The Most Popular Homes
The Club at Ibis, FL: Screened lanai with pool and spa.
For the second year in a row, the Editors have identified the Most Popular Golf and Water View Homes featured on Golf Course Home during the year.
Each week–Monday through Thursday–we post new homes and condominiums for sale on the GCH homepage and feature them in our e-newsletter which goes out three times a week.
Thus, each home enjoys up to 10 days in the spotlight on the homepage and in the newsletter.
See below, in order of the most number of views received, our most popular homes.
The Most Popular Homes
Quail Ridge, FL: The most viewed home is a Florida condo.
- 4587 Kittiwake Court, Boynton Beach, FL 33436
- 127 Shenandoah Drive, McCormick, SC 29835
- 2243 NW Seagrass Drive, Palm City, FL 34990
- 112 Rutledge Lane, McCormick, SC 29835
- 4321 Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL 33436
- 13458 Harbour Ridge Boulevard, Palm City, FL
- 2253 NW Seagrass Drive, Palm City, FL 34990
- 670 Woolendean Road, DuBois, PA 15801
- 10744 Waterford Place, West Palm Beach, FL 33412
- 6 Shinnecock Drive, Palm Coast, FL 32137
- 137 Devils Elbow Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
- 1733 Freedom Drive, Melbourne, FL 32940
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2010 Bluff Villas Road Unit 2010, Dataw Island, SC 29920 – Dataw Island
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities2010 Bluff Villas Road Unit 2010, Dataw Island, SC 29920
Asking Price: $425,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2 BAs
This villa home at 2010 Bluff Villas Road Unit 2010 in Dataw Island is light and bright, offering a fine view of Jenkins Creek.
It is well-located just a short walk from the Dataw clubhouse.
The home is for sale fully furnished and last year generated $42,000 in rental income.
Updates include a new microwave and a new dryer as well as a partially finished third bedroom. Send me more information about this home in Dataw Island!
KEY FEATURES: 2010 Bluff Villas Road Unit 2010, SC
Enjoy water views from the sunny patio.
> More Community Information: Dataw Island, SC
About Dataw Island, SC
Dataw Island, SC: Island community, championship golf.
Located just outside of historic Beaufort and bounded by the Morgan River and Jenkins Creek, Dataw Island offers superlative golf, a wide range of watersports, excellent club facilities and gracious homes. Send me more information about this home in Dataw Island!
Dataw Island: Made for Golf
The Cotton Dike course emerged from the coastal marshes via dikes.
This serene island seems made for Lowcountry golf. And Cotton Dike, the first golf course created here, had the perfect designer for the job, Tom Fazio. An experienced waterfront designer, Fazio took particular advantage of an unusual landscape. Send me more information about this home in Dataw Island!
Real Estate Options
Dataw Island has long been known for its thoughtful master plan which is sensitive to the environmental concerns of the island while creating well-designed homesites with great orientation.
Dataw Island offers single-family homes with marvelous views of the marsh, the riverfront or the fairways of either Cotton Dike or Morgan River golf course. Homes are priced from the $200,000s to $1 million+.
Inside, many homes offer custom cabinetry, granite and other top notch amenities. Send me more information about this home in Dataw Island!
8176 Quail Meadow Way, West Palm Beach, FL 33412 – The Club at Ibis
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities8176 Quail Meadow Way, West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Asking Price: $485,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2 BAs
This spacious, 2,146-sf home at 8176 Quail Meadow Way in The Club at Ibis has a southern exposure and its primary bedroom suite on the first floor.
It is offered furnished with the golf cart negotiable.
The eat-in kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas stove and neutral cabinets.
The owner’s suite features his-and-her closets plus dual sinks and a jetted soaking tub. Send me more about this home in The Club at Ibis!
KEY FEATURES: 8176 Quail Meadow Way, FL
The open floor plan includes high ceilings, diagonally set tile.
> More Community Information: The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach, FL
About The Club at Ibis, FL
Ibis features three golf courses, including one by Jack Nicklaus.
The Club at Ibis offers all the benefits and conveniences of living in Palm Beach County, while still remaining an oasis of tranquility, bordered by natural beauty.
The community showcases three Nicklaus family-designed championship golf courses, including the acclaimed Legend course, originally developed and newly renovated in 2017 by golfing great Jack Nicklaus. Send me more about this home in The Club at Ibis!
Real Estate
Homes are stylish with real estate beginning at $150,000.
The much awarded gated community has 33 diverse neighborhoods, with architecturally beautiful homes, set in a lush, manicured setting.
Choose from a variety of residences including condominiums, villas, single family homes, new construction and custom estates. Prices range from the mid $100s into the millions. 24-hour security from Ibis Public Safety provides peace of mind for the year round or seasonal residents. Send me more about this home in The Club at Ibis!
173 Ridgewood Drive, Waleska, GA 30138 – Lake Arrowhead
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement CommunitiesAddress: 173 Ridgewood Drive, Waleska, GA 30138
Asking Price: $426,900 Beds/Baths: 4 BRs/3 BAs
This newer home at 173 Ridgewood Drive in Lake Arrowhead, GA features Craftsman exterior stylings and contemporary-style sophistication inside.
A high-ceilinged dining and kitchen space looks out through double glass doors on wooded acreage.
That space, including a chef’s island kitchen, flows into the great room with abundant natural light and polished wood flooring.
Bedrooms are well-sized with high ceilings and custom lighting. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
KEY FEATURES: 173 Ridgewood Drive, GA
Enjoy wooded views from the covered porch and patio area.
> More Community Information: Lake Arrowhead, Waleska GA
About Lake Arrowhead, GA
Lake Arrowhead is located in a lakeside, mountain setting.
Tucked away in the Blue Ridge foothills just 30 minutes north of Atlanta, welcome to Lake Arrowhead–destined to be the finest mountain, lake and golfing community in the Southeast.
The focal point of this lakeside community is a crystal-clear 540-acre lake surrounded by mountains, pristine wilderness and trails.
The community’s array of first-class amenities includes Lake Arrowhead Yacht & Country Club, with its classic 18-hole golf course and extensive boating facilities. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
Golf & Waterfront Lifestyle
Exploring the area via water is a way of life here.
The Veranda of the Lake Arrowhead Yacht and Country Club offers property owners and guests a place to enjoy the gentle mountain breezes and expansive vistas while playing our 18 hole championship Highlands Golf Course. This challenging Mountain course is considered one of the best golf courses in Georgia.
Owners and guests enjoy a fully stocked Pro Shop and our Chef Inspired Dining Menu at the Highland Grill. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
123 Millers Branch Drive, Saint Mary’s, GA 31558 – Osprey Cove
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities123 Millers Branch Drive, Saint Mary’s, GA 31558
Asking Price: $525,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/3 BAs
This attractively landscaped lakefront home at 123 Millers Branch Drive in Osprey Cove, GA has a wide, welcoming front porch and 2,558 sf of living space.
There are polished hardwood floors in the downstairs living area, a vaulted ceiling with recessed lights, a gas fireplace and an abundance of natural light.
The owner’s suite has a tray ceiling and a hall with closets on either side leading to a private bath with a tiled separate shower and double vanities.
A screened porch leads to a paver patio in the back yard that overlooks the lake. Send me more about this home in Osprey Cove!
KEY FEATURES: 123 Millers Branch Drive, GA
Enjoy the outdoors from the covered porch.
> More Community Information: Osprey Cove, St. Mary’s GA
About Osprey Cove, GA
The clubhouse offers fine dining and many top amenities.
Stretching across 1,059 acres of lush coastal Georgia terrain, Osprey Cove is only a few miles from unspoiled sandy beaches and is just minutes from Jacksonville, Amelia Island and historic St. Marys. Famed Cumberland Island is just a ferry ride away. Send me more about this home in Osprey Cove!
Osprey Cove Real Estate Options
Enjoy elegant homes and golf and water views.
Everything from smaller, maintenance-free single-family homes to dramatic custom homes are available. And if you want to build, choose from among homesites with views of the golf course, lake and preserves or dockable homesites with views unrivaled in the area.
Best of all, Osprey Cove is a well-established, financially secure community with all amenities in place, including recently completed upgrades valued at $3 million. Add in a moderate year-round climate and you can buy with confidence. Send me more about this home in Osprey Cove!
Archeology Series at Palmetto Bluff SC, Dog-Related Event at Moss Creek SC
in Discovery Package, Newsletter, Things To DoGCH Network e-News
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
January 6, 2023 – January 8, 2023
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> Getaways – The Landings GA Discovery Visit
> What’s Going On At.. Moss Creek SC Event on Dog Parks
> Community News and Updates – Archeology Series at Palmetto Bluff SC
NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
> Tofttrees Golf Resort, State College, PA – Hometown of Penn State, fitness center, farm-to-table dining
> Savannah Lakes Village, SC – Lakefront community w/ 36 holes of golf
> Trilogy at Verde River, Rio Verde, AZ – Gated, 55+, hiking, biking, North Scottsdale
HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA Move-In Ready Pond View 3BR $599,000
> Sea Pines Resort, SC Golf View 2BR End Unit $675,000
> Ocean Ridge Plantation, SC Level .42 Acre Homesite $65,000
> Hammock Dunes, FL Golf & Water View 4BR $849,900
COMMUNITY NEWS
> New! GCH 2022 Annual Index – Best Communities, More
> Kids’ Holiday Party at Hilton Head Plantation, SC
> Lifestyle Visit at Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA
> Fishing Tournament at Sea Pines Resort, SC
> Dog Walk Charity at Woodside, SC
> Deployed Honored at Indian River CC, FL
Golf Retirement Planner
> Retire Savannah: Top 10 Reasons to Retire to The Landings
> Retire to Harbour Ridge, FL – Top 10 Reasons
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village, SC
> Retire Melbourne FL: Top 10 Reasons to Choose Indian River CC
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GETAWAYS & Discovery Visits
The Landings GA Discovery
The Landings, GA: Visit includes boat tour, golf, more.
> The Landings, Savannah GA invites interested homebuyers on a Discovery Visit to experience the community. Two separate packages are available: a three-day, two-night version priced at $349 per couple and a four-day, three-night version priced at $475 per couple.
Each package includes accommodations in a beautifully appointed island home, club membership for the duration of your visit, either one round of golf each or a private boat tour for the couple, full access to a 50,000-sf fitness and wellness center and bicycle rental at no charge. You’ll be taken on a personalized real estate tour of The Landings during your visit. Send me more information about The Landings!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
Moss Creek SC Event Focuses on Dog Parks
Moss Creek, SC: Hosts event on dog parks, training.
> Moss Creek, Hilton Head Island SC and the Moss Creek Owners Association will co-host a special event for dog owners on Thur., Jan. 19 from 5 to 6 pm at the Bostwick Pavilion. Titled “Dog Park Etiquette & Ask a Trainer Q&A with Maxine Fox.”
it will begin with Ms. Fox’s advice on best practices for using dog parks as recreational outlets for your dog. The remainder of the hour will be an open forum Q&A in which attendees can ‘Ask the Dog Trainer’ any dog-related questions. Information handouts will be available, providing further expert advice on pet training. The gathering will include raffle items and merchandise giveaways. There is no cost to attend. Send me more information about Moss Creek!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Archeology Series at Palmetto Bluff SC
Palmetto Bluff, SC: Explore, learn archeology.
> Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton SC is pleased to inform resident members that the community’s full-time staff archaeologist, Dr. Mary Socci, is back in 2023 with an intriguing series of educational events and area explorations.
Dr. Socci begins the new season with a Wilson Cemetery Walk, guiding attendees on a tour of small graveyards in Palmetto Bluff’s Wilson Village area. Cataloging of artifacts discovered on the grounds of the community will continue as a key activity—some of what’s been archived so far extends back through 13,000 years of history. Send me more information about Palmetto Bluff!
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1091 Maple Ridge Way, Greensboro, GA 30642 – Reynolds Lake Oconee
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities1091 Maple Ridge Way, Greensboro, GA 30642
Asking Price: $599,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/3.5 BAs
This charming bungalow-style home at 1091 Maple Ridge Way in Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA offers a serene pond view and is move-in ready.
It’s designed around a light-filled great room with fireplace.
Each of the bedrooms has a door leading directly onto one of the multiple porches.
The galley kitchen is very efficient and offers plenty of space for the master chef. Send me more about this home in Reynolds Lake Oconee!
KEY FEATURES: 1091 Maple Ridge Way, GA
The home has multiple porches, including one off each bedroom.
> 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 is a lake and golf community offering 117 holes of championship golf on the shores of Lake Oconee.
Located 75 miles east of Atlanta via Interstate 20, Reynolds Lake Oconee’s long list of amenities is headlined by five of the best golf course designers in the business—Jack Nicklaus, Bob Cupp, Tom Fazio, Rees Jones and Jim Engh. Send me more about this home in Reynolds Lake Oconee!
Reynolds Lake Oconee Lake & Golf Views
Reynolds Lake Oconee–where generations come together.
In addition to its beautiful setting along more than 374 miles of Lake Oconee shoreline, the community offers residents and guests four marinas, four clubhouses, 16 tennis courts and miles of walking trails, engaing natural scenery and The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee for vacationers and real estate prospects.
Most of the homesites and cottages now offered at Reynolds Lake Oconee overlook either the lake or one of six championship golf courses. Some even offer a combination of both golf and lake. Send me more about this home in Reynolds Lake Oconee!
18 Lighthouse Road Unit 467, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 – Sea Pines Resort
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities18 Lighthouse Road Unit 467, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
Asking Price: $675,000 Beds/Baths: 2 BRs/2 BAs
This easy-access, second-floor end unit at 18 Lighthouse Road Unit 467 in Sea Pines Resort, SC overlooks hole No. 9 on Atlantic Dunes course.
It offers 1,279 sf of well-maintained living space.
The unit is in turnkey condition with many improvements, including a brand-new HVAC system installed in 2020.
Dating back to 2008, the home has a highly impressive rental history. Send me more about this home in Sea Pines!
KEY FEATURES: 18 Lighthouse Road Unit 467, SC
An open layout includes kitchen w/ quartz counters.
> More Community Information: Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head Island SC
About Sea Pines Resort, SC
Sea Pines’ famous lighthouse beckons sailors home.
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.
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 about this home in Sea Pines!
Sea Pines Resort: The First Resort Community
Sea Pines is your gateway to enjoyment on land and sea.
Sea Pines Resort was the first master planned resort community built in the US back in the early 1960s. Since its inception, it has spawned a whole new kind of living where resort-style amenities and luxury homes combine to create the country club lifestyle. Send me more about this home in Sea Pines!
Real Estate
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. While the number of homes on the market fluctuates daily, see below for a breakout of prices and properties available. Send me more about this home in Sea Pines!
92 Windsor Circle, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 – Ocean Ridge Plantation
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities92 Windsor Circle, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Asking Price: $65,000 Acreage: .42 acres
This large, level, golf-adjacent lot at 92 Windsor Circle in Ocean Ridge, NC measures just over four-tenths of an acre.
Its rectangular shape and generous building envelope opens up excellent home-design options.
Located on a quiet street in a fine neighborhood, the property looks out on stands of lofty Carolina pine trees.
Per the Ocean Ridge covenants and codes, this parcel requires a minimum home size of 2,000 sf. Send me more information about this Ocean Ridge Plantation homesite!
KEY FEATURES: 92 Windsor Circle, NC
The homesite is in a scenic, golf-front location.
> More Community Information: Ocean Ridge Plantation, Ocean Isle Beach NC
About Ocean Ridge Plantation, NC
Ocean Ridge enjoys fresh breezes from the Atlantic & the ICW.
Ocean Ridge Plantation is known as the most luxurious golf and beach community in North Carolina’s southeast region.
Praised for its elegant country club lifestyle and traditional neighborhoods, Ocean Ridge is awash in fresh breezes from the Atlantic and the Intracoastal Waterway.
Lush landscapes, manicured fairways, protected woodlands, tranquil lakes and miles of scenic trails are the backdrop for a life here among good friends and caring neighbors. Send me more information about this Ocean Ridge Plantation homesite!
Ocean Ridge Plantation Gardens
Property owners till irrigated garden plots.
Rich woodlands dotted with rare native orchids surround the plantation, and within the community are more than 300 acres of nature preserve.
Once flourishing farmland, a restored 1830s farmhouse is the focal point of the Plantation Gardens, featuring tilled and irrigated garden plots for the exclusive enjoyment of property owners.
Each owner receives the opportunity to grow their own herbs, vegetables, and flowers. The breathtaking beauty of this garden is hard to miss. Send me more information about this Ocean Ridge Plantation homesite!
16 Madeira Court, Palm Coast, FL 32137 – Hammock Dunes
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities16 Madeira Court, Palm Coast, FL 32137
Asking Price: $849,900 Beds/Baths: 4 BRs/4 BAs
This luxury home at 16 Madeira Court is set within the private community of Hammock Dunes on Florida’s famed Palm Coast and features golf and water views.
Its long list of amenities are topped by a private swimming pool and lanai with fireplace.
The home features 2,511 square feet of living space while its sense of spacious is augmented by 12-foot ceilings and eight-foot doors.
The kitchen has been updated with quartz countertops, 42-inch cabinetry, sleek stainless appliances and an island grill top.
The first-floor owner’s suite features an upgraded bath with floating cabinets and quartz countertops. Send me more about this home in Hammock Dunes!
KEY FEATURES: 16 Madeira Court, FL
The updated kitchen features stainless appliances & more.
> More Community Information: Hammock Dunes Club and Links Golf Course, Palm Coast FL
About Hammock Dunes, FL
The Fazio course features memorable oceanside holes.
Hammock Dunes is a private, gated oceanfront community located halfway between St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, just east of the charming Florida town of Palm Coast.
Spread across 690 serene acres, this sophisticated community of 1,220 residential properties offers 2.5 miles of oceanfront and five miles of Intracoastal Waterway frontage.
Property and residence options include single-family homes, condominiums and villas. Send me more about this home in Hammock Dunes!
Hammock Dunes Clubhouse & Amenities
The heated pool, spa & more will have you relaxing in no time.
Sitting on the dunes above the Atlantic Ocean is the community’s 34,000-square-foot clubhouse, with graceful seaside dining rooms providing casual meals and gourmet fare.
In addition, it houses a 19th hole lounge, a full-service golf shop, a boutique fitness center and vast ocean views from two verandas.
Outdoors, a heated pool, spa and oceanside croquet courts provide refreshing relaxation with active member participation.
Members who enjoy tennis and bocce meet at the club’s secluded wooded enclave to take part. Send me more about this home in Hammock Dunes!
2022 GCH Annual Index – The Year’s Best Communities, Homes, Posts & More!
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Year-End Double Issue
> The Most-Visited Communities – Where Buyers Want to Live
> The 2022 GCH Community of the Year
> 2022’s Most-Wanted Amenities – The Top 10
> The Most Popular Community Types, Lifestyle
> 2022 Top Search Categories
> The Most Search-For States
> The Retirement Planner
> New Communities to GCH in 2022
> The Most Popular Homes of 2022
Happy New Year! Welcome to the 2022 GCH Annual Index–an in-depth look at all the year’s activity on the Golf Course Home Network.
This year’s Index is the 11th consecutive edition, featuring the year’s new communities, most-visited communities, retirement advice, top amenities, most popular homes and more.
The real estate year has been one of two minds. The first half continued the rising prices and active sales of 2021. The second half reflected the pressure of rising interest rates as both sales and home price increases started to slow.
Golf Keeps Growing
The Landings, GA: 6 courses & many opportunities to play.
The National Golf Foundation reported that 37.5M Americans (age 6+) played golf both on-course and off-course in 2021, up from the previous year’s strong number. In addition, 3.2M people played golf for the first time in 2021, the second year in a row that figure topped 3 million–yet more signs that golf is growing nicely.
That rising participation in the sport helped Golf Course Home maintain nearly the same number of visitors as last year despite the headwinds now blowing. Use the links below to see a review of all the activity GCH enjoyed in 2022 and use it to help plan your searches next year.
New Communities & Retirement Focus
Osprey Cove, GA: Outdoor lifestyle make retirement a breeze.
Concurrent with the rising number of new golfers and increased play is the sustained interest in purchasing in a golf community. Our stats from this year show that the No. 1 reason someone visits GolfCourseHome.com is to find a home for their retirement.
To help you in that search, see below for links to the GCH Golf Retirement Planner, as well as links and summaries of the year’s activity.
And finally, thank you, our subscribers and visitors, for continuing to make Golf Course Home–now entering its 28th year since its founding in 1995 and its 24th year online–a part of your journey as you embark on your plans for a new home for you and your family. It continues to be our privilege to serve you. Stay safe and healthy in 2023!–David Lott, Founder and Publisher
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The Year’s Most-Visited Communities
Treasure Lake, PA: Lakeside living & affordable homes = Top 10.
More than half of this year’s members of the Top 10 Most Visited Communities are new, while the title of Most Visited Community on Golf Course Home featured a contest of familiar rivals.
In all, 25 different communities enjoyed at least one month ranked in the Top 10 Most Visited, and five communities enjoyed the No. 1 monthly ranking. Top 10 newcomer Osprey Cove in St. Marys, GA, was the only community to grabb the No. 1 spot for two months.
Florida the Top State
Florida’s hold on the Top 10 loosened a bit in 2022 with four communities in the elite group, followed by Georgia and South Carolina each with two, Arizona and Pennsylvania with one each.
Communities on the island of Martha’s Vineyard continued to shine in the summer months, with The Field Club/Boathouse being the No. 1 community in June and earning a place in the Top 10 from June to September.
A New No. 1
Harbour Ridge, FL: Golf, St. Lucie River & fine homes.
And overall, a familiar community reclaimed its place as the Most Visited Community of the Year. Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Palm, City, FL, claimed the most visitors in seven months out of 12 and was Top 3 or better throughout the year.
Harbour Ridge dethroned Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL, which still had a strong year, finishing at No. 3.
Other communities that claimed a monthly first-place ranking were Treasure Lake, PA, The Boathouse/Field Club, MA, and Osprey Cove, GA. See the full ranking list below.
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Top 10 Most-Visited Communities
Riverbend, SC: Serene location, Sun City & 54 holes of golf.
1. Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC, Stuart, FL
2. Osprey Cove, St. Marys, GA – New to Top 10
3. The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL
4. Sun City Riverbend, Bluffton, SC
5. Lakewood National, Bradenton, FL
6. Trilogy, Rio Verde, AZ – Up from Honorable Mention
7. Treasure Lake, DuBois, PA – New to Top 10
8. The Club at Ibis, West Palm Beach, FL – New to Top 10
9. Savannah Lakes Village, McCormick, SC – New to Top 10
10. Reynolds Lake Oconee, Greensboro, GA – New to Top 10
Honorable Mention: Desert Mountain, Scottsdale, AZ; Mirabel, Scottsdale, AZ
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COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR
Harbour Ridge, FL: 36 holes, river & Florida lifestyle.
Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Palm City, FL, has made a habit of topping the annual list. Ranked third last year, the Florida community reaches the apex for the sixth time.
Harbour Ridge has had many years for GCH visitors to become familiar with it, having first appeared in 2000, 22 years ago.
The community had made numerous investments in its amenities since then, headed by its magnificent clubhouse. Thirty-six championship golf holes, racket sports (including pickleball) and a marina on the St. Lucie River combine to create a multi-faceted lifestyle and attract a wide range of interests and residents.
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Most Wanted AMENITIES
Haig Point, SC: Equestrian facilities for oceanfront rides.
Water sports came to the fore in 2022 with marina, boating and lake access leading the way.
Equestrian facilities (new), and children’s camps and activities all received importance while Olympic-sized swimming pools, walking trails and fitness centers all exited the Top 10.
Security continued to be an important need with gated communities ranking as the No. 2 most-searched for amenity. Twenty-four-hour security was a top-tier need, too, ranking 10th.
No. 1 again was the desire to purchase a home in a retirement community. Those communities that provide nearby health facilities, a welcoming atmosphere and friendly neighbors were rewarded with the most visitors. See the full Top 10 list below.
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Top 10 Amenities
Links below go to a list featuring all communities with the stated amenity.
1. Retirement Communities
2. Gated Communities
3. Marina
4. Pet Friendly
5. Equestrian
6. Lake
7. Children’s Camps & Activities
8. Boating
9. Rentals
10. 24-Hour Security
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Top 5 Lifestyle Locations
Indian River Colony, Club, FL: Military receives a warm welcome.
Making a strong statement for military families, military retirement communities placed a strong second for visitors seeking a specific lifestyle. Indian River Colony Club in Melbourne, FL, fills the bill exactly.
Waterfront, and especially oceanfront, was again the dominant requirement for a community. Lake, river, waterway or ocean views were in high demand.
Thus, communities such as Lake Arrowhead, GA, Savannah Lakes Village, SC, and Hammock Dunes, FL, received plenty of views.
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Top 5 Locations/Lifestyle
Links go to a list of all communities featuring the stated lifestyle
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The Most Searched-for States
Desert Mountain, AZ: Arizona was the No. 2 most desired state.
Florida continues to be the No. 1 most-searched-for state for Golf Course Home visitors with Arizona and Georgia following up in the No. 2 and No. 3 positions.
Moving higher in the rankings is Massachusetts, powered by communities located on the island of Martha’s Vineyard.
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The Retirement Planner
Kingsmill, VA: Top golf and Colonial Williamsburg nearby.
The Retirement Planner features a number of guides that give top 10 reasons for retiring to a specific community or location. See a sampling of the guides, below.
Go to Retirement Planner for the full list of articles.
> 13 Reasons to Retire to West Palm Beach & The Club at Ibis, FL
> 5 Big Reasons Retire to Woodside, Aiken, SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Indian River CC, FL
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Delaware (& Heritage Shores)
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Treasure Lake PA
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Top Search Categories
Callawassie Island, SC: A relaxed, Lowcountry lifestyle.
Here are some of 2022’s most-searched-for categories featuring all the posts related to the search phrase.
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New Communities
Golf Course Home welcomed new member communities from Massachusetts and Pennsylvania in 2022. See a brief description and links to the communities below.
Massachusetts
Vineyard Haven & West Chop, Martha’s Vineyard
Vineyard Haven, MA: World-class & recreational sailing.
Vineyard Haven, and its adjacent summer colony of West Chop, is the main entrance to Martha’s Vineyard, a magical island six miles off the coast of Cape Cod.
Home to the busiest ferry port on island, and the only ferry port to run year round, Vineyard Haven is a wonderful landing spot for visitors and locals alike.
During the summer, the West Chop Club, Vineyard Haven Yacht Club, Mink Meadows Golf Club and Lake Tashmoo are all active hives of activity for tennis players, golfers, sailors and more. Read more.
Pennsylvania
Toftrees Resort, State College
Toftrees Golf Resort, PA: Top golf with Penn State nearby.
The scenic and stimulating neighborhoods that surround Toftrees Golf Resort offer a vibrant lifestyle in the award-winning university town of State College, Pennsylvania.
The celebrated Toftrees resort amenities—including its highly rated championship golf course—are surrounded by townhouses, single-family homes and apartments in the safe, secure environment where Penn State students and faculty live, work and play. Read More.
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The Most Popular Homes
The Club at Ibis, FL: Screened lanai with pool and spa.
For the second year in a row, the Editors have identified the Most Popular Golf and Water View Homes featured on Golf Course Home during the year.
Each week–Monday through Thursday–we post new homes and condominiums for sale on the GCH homepage and feature them in our e-newsletter which goes out three times a week.
Thus, each home enjoys up to 10 days in the spotlight on the homepage and in the newsletter.
See below, in order of the most number of views received, our most popular homes.
The Most Popular Homes
Quail Ridge, FL: The most viewed home is a Florida condo.
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