~ 2021 GCH Annual Index ~
Year-End Double Issue
> The Most-Visited Communities – Where Buyers Want to Live
> The 2021 GCH Community of the Year
> 2021’s Most-Wanted Amenities – The Top 10
> The Most Popular Community Types, Lifestyle
> 2021 Top Search Categories
> The Most Search-For States
> The Retirement Planner
> New Communities to GCH in 2021
> The Most Popular Homes of 2021
Happy New Year! Welcome to the 2021 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 10th consecutive edition, featuring the year’s new communities, most-visited communities, retirement advice, top amenities, most popular homes (new!) and more.
And it has been an active year, indeed. Despite the tragic, successive waves of Covid, interest in golf and golf real estate continued to soar in 2021.
Golf Grows Again
The Club at Ibis, FL: New range helps fuel new & improved players.
The National Golf Foundation reported that 36.9 million Americans (age 6+) played golf both on-course and off-course in 2020, and the stats for 2021 indicate that number grew further in 2021.
That rising participation in the sport translated to yet another year of increased traffic to Golf Course Home, and the fourth year out of the last five that inquiries registered a double-digit jump.
New Communities & Retirement Focus
Trilogy, AZ: New to GCH and popular with visitors.
New communities came to the GCH Network as well, with properties in Arizona, Florida, North and South Carolina and Virginia joining for a total of eight new locations to consider for your retirement, vacation or primary home.
In particular, interest in golf communities for retirement spiked in 2021 as more Americans are weighing early retirement in the face of the relentless pandemic. See below for links to new entries in our 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 27th year–a part of your journey as you embark on your plans for a new home for you and your family. It is our privilege to serve you. Stay safe and healthy in 2022!–David Lott, Founder and Publisher
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2021 GCH Annual Index
The Year’s Most-Visited Communities
Hammock Dunes, FL: Seaside golf & oceanfront living.
The fight for the title of Most Visited Community on Golf Course Home encompassed more entries in 2021, but favorites clearly emerged as only six communities were able to claim the No. 1 spot on any one month during the year.
In all, 30 different communities enjoyed at least one month ranked in the Top 10 Most Visited, up from 25 the year before. And seven of the top tenners were new to the list, marking a major reshuffling.
Florida the Top State
Florida continued to rule the roost as the top 4 communities were all from the Sunshine State and a total of seven were in the Top 10.
Martha’s Vineyard communities commanded the summer months as The Field Club/Boathouse was the No. 1 community in July and August.
A New No. 1
And overall, a new No. 1 emerged as The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL, claimed the No. 1 position in five different months and was in the Top 10 every month of the year.
Quail Ridge displaces perennial champ Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Palm City, FL, which finished the year as the third Most Visited community.
Other communities that claimed a monthly first-place ranking were Desert Mountain, AZ, The Concession, FL, Heritage Shores, DE, and Savannah Lakes Village, SC. See the ranking list below.
Top 10 Most-Visited Communities
1. The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL – Up from No. 5
2. Lakewood National, Bradenton, FL
3. Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC, Stuart, FL
4. Hammock Dunes, Palm Coast, FL
5. Sun City Riverbend, Bluffton, SC
6. Lake Arrowhead, Waleska, GA
7. Grand Haven, Palm Coast, FL
8. The Field Club/Boathouse, MA
8. Sailfish Point, Stuart, FL
10. Heritage Shores, Bridgeville, DE
10. Piper’s Landing, Palm City, FL
Honorable Mention: Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA, and Trilogy, Rio Verde, AZ
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2021 COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR
Quail Ridge, FL: Excellent golf, affordable homes = No. 1.
The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL, a regular member of the Top 10 over the years, made the ultimate leap in 2021 from its prior position at No. 5 to No. 1.
A private golf and country club community set on 600 acres in Palm Beach County, FL, Quail Ridge is a member-owned community that offers an active lifestyle with close proximity to the culture and amenities of the Palm Beaches.
Its diverse offerings of real estate–from townhomes, condos and villas to single-family homes–create a wide range of pricing to allow it to appeal to a wide audience of potential members.
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2021’s Most Wanted AMENITIES
Hampton Hall, SC: Large swimming pools were a priority.
The Covid pandemic continued to influence social behavior in 2021. As waves of the disease receded, indoor activities, such as those pursued in fitness centers, became more prevelant again.
However, outdoor activities such as swimming, walking, boating, picklelball, and, of course, golf, regained importance as the waves ascended once more.
Thus, the GCH Annual Index shows that outdoor activities were high on the list of must-have amenities. Security was top of mind, too, with community gates and 24-hour security ranking seventh and second, respectively.
No. 1 again was the desire for a retirement community and the warm welcome that friendly neighbors provide. But as seen in years past, this is not your parents’ retirement. It is one full of activity and vigor for as long as possible. See the full Top 10 list below.
2021 GCH ANNUAL INDEX Top 10 Amenities
Ford’s Colony, VA: Elegant mix of modern & classic lifestyle.
Links go to a list featuring all communities with the stated amenity.
- Retirement Communities
- 24-Hour Security
- Olympic Pool – Up from #12
- Walking trails
- Fitness Center – New
- Boating
- Gated Communities
- Marina
- Lake
- Children’s Camps & Activities – New
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2021 Top 5 Lifestyle Locations
Dataw Island, SC: The boating life was popular in 2021.
Waterfront communities, and especially oceanfront, was again the dominant requirement for a community. Whether it was lake, river, waterway or ocean, water views were in high demand.
Thus, communities such as Dataw Island, SC (photo above), Savannah Lakes Village, SC and Sailfish Point, FL, received plenty of views.
Maintaining for another year the No. 2 position achieved in 2020, were military communities such as Indian River Colony Club, Melbourne-Viera, FL, which welcomes both military and non-military alike.
2021 Top 5 Location/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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2021 The Most Searched-for States
Harbour Ridge, FL: Neatly combines the golf & waterfront lifestyle.
Florida continues to be the No. 1 state for Golf Course Home visitors with Arizona and Texas following up in the No. 2 and No. 3 positions for the second year in a row.
Staying high in the mix was Massachusetts, powered by communities located on the island of Martha’s Vineyard.
- Florida
- Arizona
- Texas
- South Carolina
- North Carolina
- Georgia
- Virginia
- Massachusetts
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The Retirement Planner
Savannah Lakes Village, SC: Ideal for an active retirement.
The Retirement Planner added a number of guides in 2021 to its list of articles and posts that answer questions about retirement communities and their locale. See a sampling of the new additions, below.
Go to Retirement Planner for the full list of articles. And look for more to come in 2022.
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village SC
> 5 Big Reasons Retire to Woodside, Aiken, SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Indian River CC, FL
> Retire Savannah: Top 10 Reasons to Retire to The Landings, GA
> 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
Summit Rock, TX: Texas Hill Country offers plenty to do.
Here are some of 2021’s most-searched-for categories featuring all the posts related to the search phrase.
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2021 GCH Annual Index
New Communities
Eight communities joined Golf Course Home in 2021, representing Florida, Arizona, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. See a brief description and links to the communities below.
ARIZONA
TRILOGY
Trilogy, AZ: The active desert lifestyle.
> Trilogy at Verde River is a prestigious, gated, 55+ and all ages community located just east of North Scottsdale Arizona. A resort community, it offers a spectacular golf course with stunning views of the Tonto National Forest and the iconic Four Peaks. Send me more information about Trilogy at Verde River!
FLORIDA
Hammock Beach, FL: Oceanfront living & great golf.
> Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa, Palm Coast, FL, is an award-winning golf and oceanfront community located along a sparkling, two-mile stretch of Florida’s famed Palm Coast. Set against the Intercoastal Waterway, it offers two renowned golf courses, world-class amenities and 11 distinct neighborhoods from which to enjoy it all. Send me more information about Hammock Beach!
HAMMOCK DUNES CLUB & LINKS GOLF COURSE
> Hammock Dunes Club & Links Golf Course, Palm Coast, FL is a private, gated oceanfront community located halfway between St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, just east of the charming Florida town of Palm Coast. Send me more information about Hammock Dunes!
LAKEWOOD NATIONAL
> Lakewood National, Bradenton, FL, is an exciting, new, gated, bundled golf community being created by Lennar Homes in Brandenton, FL. Key features include Tuscan themed architecture, lakes, lush Florida landscaping and a new golf course by Arnold Palmer Design. Send me more information about Lakewood National!
NORTH CAROLINA
Sea Trail, NC: 20+ years of family fun and activities.
SEA TRAIL
> Sea Trail, Sunset Beach, NC, is ideally located along the pristine coast of Sunset Beach, NC. Long acclaimed for its four seasons of family fun activity, it offers 54 holes of golf, easy beach access and resort amenities. Send me more information about Sea Trail!
OCEAN RIDGE PLANTATION
> Ocean Ridge Plantation, Ocean Isle Beach, NC is universally praised for its elegant country club lifestyle, four golf courses and traditional neighborhoods. It features lush landscapes, woodlands, lakes and miles of scenic trails–all washed by the fresh breezes from the Atlantic and the Intracoastal Waterway. Send me more information about Ocean Ridge Plantation!
SOUTH CAROLINA
Savannah Lakes Village: Endless activities on Lake Thurmond.
SAVANNAH LAKES VILLAGE
> Savannah Lakes Villag, McCormick, SC is a member-owned lakefront sporting community, beautifully situated along 25 miles of shoreline in the Upstate of western South Carolina. Amenities include 36 holes of golf, two clubhouses, an amenity-rich recreation center and easy access to 71,000-acre Lake Thurmond. Send me more information about Savannah Lakes Village!
VIRGINIA
KINGSMILL ON THE JAMES
> Kingsmill on the James, is set on 2,900 acres near historic Williamsburg, VA on the banks of the scenic James River. A gated resort and residential community, it offers a variety of neighborhoods and three golf courses, plus top-drawer amenities that include a marina, spa, sports club and more. Send me more information about Kingsmill!
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The Most Popular Homes of 2021
Reynolds Lake Oconee: Charming cottage on the golf course.
New this year is identifying the Most Popular Golf and Water View Homes featured during the year on Golf Course Home.
Each week–Monday through Thursday–we post new homes 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.
A charming cottage overlooking the No. 12 hole of The Landing golf course at Reynolds Lake Oconee, however, was the surprise of the year. It held the top spot for two consecutive months–July and August–far surpassing the more than 200 homes showcased throughout 2021.
See below, in order of the most number of views received, our most popular homes.
The Most Popular Homes
1. 1051 Starboard Dr., Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA
2. 13 Sandpiper Court, Grand Haven, FL
3. 2237 Seagrass Dr., Harbour Ridge FL
4. 11 Warington Place, Hampton Hall, SC
5. 1506 Gleasons Landing Ct., Dataw Island, SC
6. 12352 Harbour Rridge Blvd., Harbour Ridge, FL
7. 29 Claremont Ave., Hampton Hall, SC
8. 754 Island Circle, Dataw Island, SC
9. 13 Harborside Lane, Unit 7170, Palmetto Dunes, SC
10. 160 Crooked Gulley Circle, Sea Trail, NC
11. 10375 Osprey Tr., The Club at Ibis, FL
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4587 Kittiwake Court, Boynton Beach, FL 33436 – Quail Ridge
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities4587 Kittiwake Court, Boynton Beach, FL 33436
Asking Price: $200,000 Beds/Baths: 2 BRs/2 BAs
This 1,425-sf condominium home at 4587 Kittiwake Court is set within the private Club at Quail Ridge, the 2021 Community of the Year.
It is light-filled and well-maintained throughout, while offering the convenience of single-level living.
A spacious Florida room is surrounded by attractive greenery.
This residence is being sold with all furnishings included. Send me more about this home in Quail Ridge!
KEY FEATURES: 4587 Kittiwake Court, FL
The condo offers lush green views.
> More Community Information: The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach FL
About Quail Ridge, FL
Quail Ridge offers two 18-hole courses.
The Club at Quail Ridge is a private golf and country club community set on 600 acres in Palm Beach County, Florida. A member-owned community, Quail Ridge offers an active lifestyle with close proximity to the culture and amenities of the Palm Beaches.
Quail Ridge Golf by Joe Lee
Homes enjoy golf course and lake views.
Quail Ridge offers two championship 18-hole golf courses designed by Joe Lee and recently updated by Kip Schulties.
In addition to two golf courses, the community has extensive practice facilities and tee times are readily available. Five sets of tees allow for all to play to their own level.
The turf on the North course, South course, tees, and fairways are all grassed with paspallum, and the greens are grassed with mini verde. Send me more about this home in Quail Ridge!
Quail Ridge Real Estate
Live the FL lifestyle from $80,000.
This gated community with 24-hour security offers a variety condos, villas and custom homes, ranging from $90,000 to over $2 million.
Routine repairs, maintenance and housekeeping services are handled through the The Club at Quail Ridge’s on-site maintenance and housekeeping operations.
Fully equipped rentals are available throughout the year. Send me more about this home in Quail Ridge!
1813 NW Buttonbush Circle, Palm City, FL 34990 – Harbour Ridge
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities1813 NW Buttonbush Circle, Palm City, FL 34990
Asking Price: $739,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/2.5 BAs
OPEN HOUSE!! Thursday, January 13, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm.
This 2,485-sf home at 1813 NW Buttonbush Circle in Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club was renovated extensively by Steve Rubin.
It is an expanded San Remo design featuring a great room with cathedral ceiling and plenty of natural light.
The redesigned kitchen has granite counter tops, soft close cabinetry, GE fingerprint resistant refrigerator, wall oven and a gas cooktop.
The owner’s suite has custom windows, a walk-in closet and a redesigned bath with Kohler air tub and custom cabinetry. Send me more about this home in Harbour Ridge!
KEY FEATURES: 1813 NW Buttonbush Circle, FL
Enjoy the outdoors in the screened lanai area.
> More Community Information: Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club presented by HR Properties, Stuart FL
About Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, FL
In addition to golf, Harbour Ridge offers a marina & yacht club.
Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, presented on GolfCourseHome Network by Keyes-HR Properties, is an 885-acre, award-winning, private, gated, recreational community. Located in Palm City (adjacent to Stuart), the community is set on Florida’s renowned Treasure Coast.
There are major facilities for golf, boating, tennis, fitness and even a workout area for “man’s best friend,” your dog.
This member-owned, equity club maintains more than 40 percent of the community in its natural state, and enjoys a two-mile-long coastline along the wide St. Lucie River.
Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club was named ‘Community of the Year’ for 2015, ’16 and ’17 by the Golf Course Home Network for being the most visited golf and waterfront community over the course of the year. Send me more about this home in Harbour Ridge!
2021 GCH Annual Index – The Year’s Best Communities, Homes, Posts & More!
in Buyer Resources, Community of the Year, Editorial Features, GCH Annual Index, Top 10 Most Visited Communities~ 2021 GCH Annual Index ~
Year-End Double Issue
> The Most-Visited Communities – Where Buyers Want to Live
> The 2021 GCH Community of the Year
> 2021’s Most-Wanted Amenities – The Top 10
> The Most Popular Community Types, Lifestyle
> 2021 Top Search Categories
> The Most Search-For States
> The Retirement Planner
> New Communities to GCH in 2021
> The Most Popular Homes of 2021
Happy New Year! Welcome to the 2021 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 10th consecutive edition, featuring the year’s new communities, most-visited communities, retirement advice, top amenities, most popular homes (new!) and more.
And it has been an active year, indeed. Despite the tragic, successive waves of Covid, interest in golf and golf real estate continued to soar in 2021.
Golf Grows Again
The Club at Ibis, FL: New range helps fuel new & improved players.
The National Golf Foundation reported that 36.9 million Americans (age 6+) played golf both on-course and off-course in 2020, and the stats for 2021 indicate that number grew further in 2021.
That rising participation in the sport translated to yet another year of increased traffic to Golf Course Home, and the fourth year out of the last five that inquiries registered a double-digit jump.
New Communities & Retirement Focus
Trilogy, AZ: New to GCH and popular with visitors.
New communities came to the GCH Network as well, with properties in Arizona, Florida, North and South Carolina and Virginia joining for a total of eight new locations to consider for your retirement, vacation or primary home.
In particular, interest in golf communities for retirement spiked in 2021 as more Americans are weighing early retirement in the face of the relentless pandemic. See below for links to new entries in our 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 27th year–a part of your journey as you embark on your plans for a new home for you and your family. It is our privilege to serve you. Stay safe and healthy in 2022!–David Lott, Founder and Publisher
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2021 GCH Annual Index
The Year’s Most-Visited Communities
Hammock Dunes, FL: Seaside golf & oceanfront living.
The fight for the title of Most Visited Community on Golf Course Home encompassed more entries in 2021, but favorites clearly emerged as only six communities were able to claim the No. 1 spot on any one month during the year.
In all, 30 different communities enjoyed at least one month ranked in the Top 10 Most Visited, up from 25 the year before. And seven of the top tenners were new to the list, marking a major reshuffling.
Florida the Top State
Florida continued to rule the roost as the top 4 communities were all from the Sunshine State and a total of seven were in the Top 10.
Martha’s Vineyard communities commanded the summer months as The Field Club/Boathouse was the No. 1 community in July and August.
A New No. 1
And overall, a new No. 1 emerged as The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL, claimed the No. 1 position in five different months and was in the Top 10 every month of the year.
Quail Ridge displaces perennial champ Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Palm City, FL, which finished the year as the third Most Visited community.
Other communities that claimed a monthly first-place ranking were Desert Mountain, AZ, The Concession, FL, Heritage Shores, DE, and Savannah Lakes Village, SC. See the ranking list below.
Top 10 Most-Visited Communities
1. The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL – Up from No. 5
2. Lakewood National, Bradenton, FL
3. Harbour Ridge Yacht & CC, Stuart, FL
4. Hammock Dunes, Palm Coast, FL
5. Sun City Riverbend, Bluffton, SC
6. Lake Arrowhead, Waleska, GA
7. Grand Haven, Palm Coast, FL
8. The Field Club/Boathouse, MA
8. Sailfish Point, Stuart, FL
10. Heritage Shores, Bridgeville, DE
10. Piper’s Landing, Palm City, FL
Honorable Mention: Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA, and Trilogy, Rio Verde, AZ
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2021 COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR
Quail Ridge, FL: Excellent golf, affordable homes = No. 1.
The Club at Quail Ridge, Boynton Beach, FL, a regular member of the Top 10 over the years, made the ultimate leap in 2021 from its prior position at No. 5 to No. 1.
A private golf and country club community set on 600 acres in Palm Beach County, FL, Quail Ridge is a member-owned community that offers an active lifestyle with close proximity to the culture and amenities of the Palm Beaches.
Its diverse offerings of real estate–from townhomes, condos and villas to single-family homes–create a wide range of pricing to allow it to appeal to a wide audience of potential members.
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2021’s Most Wanted AMENITIES
Hampton Hall, SC: Large swimming pools were a priority.
The Covid pandemic continued to influence social behavior in 2021. As waves of the disease receded, indoor activities, such as those pursued in fitness centers, became more prevelant again.
However, outdoor activities such as swimming, walking, boating, picklelball, and, of course, golf, regained importance as the waves ascended once more.
Thus, the GCH Annual Index shows that outdoor activities were high on the list of must-have amenities. Security was top of mind, too, with community gates and 24-hour security ranking seventh and second, respectively.
No. 1 again was the desire for a retirement community and the warm welcome that friendly neighbors provide. But as seen in years past, this is not your parents’ retirement. It is one full of activity and vigor for as long as possible. See the full Top 10 list below.
2021 GCH ANNUAL INDEX Top 10 Amenities
Ford’s Colony, VA: Elegant mix of modern & classic lifestyle.
Links go to a list featuring all communities with the stated amenity.
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2021 Top 5 Lifestyle Locations
Dataw Island, SC: The boating life was popular in 2021.
Waterfront communities, and especially oceanfront, was again the dominant requirement for a community. Whether it was lake, river, waterway or ocean, water views were in high demand.
Thus, communities such as Dataw Island, SC (photo above), Savannah Lakes Village, SC and Sailfish Point, FL, received plenty of views.
Maintaining for another year the No. 2 position achieved in 2020, were military communities such as Indian River Colony Club, Melbourne-Viera, FL, which welcomes both military and non-military alike.
2021 Top 5 Location/Lifestyle
Links go to a list of all communities featuring the stated lifestyle
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2021 The Most Searched-for States
Harbour Ridge, FL: Neatly combines the golf & waterfront lifestyle.
Florida continues to be the No. 1 state for Golf Course Home visitors with Arizona and Texas following up in the No. 2 and No. 3 positions for the second year in a row.
Staying high in the mix was Massachusetts, powered by communities located on the island of Martha’s Vineyard.
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The Retirement Planner
Savannah Lakes Village, SC: Ideal for an active retirement.
The Retirement Planner added a number of guides in 2021 to its list of articles and posts that answer questions about retirement communities and their locale. See a sampling of the new additions, below.
Go to Retirement Planner for the full list of articles. And look for more to come in 2022.
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village SC
> 5 Big Reasons Retire to Woodside, Aiken, SC
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Indian River CC, FL
> Retire Savannah: Top 10 Reasons to Retire to The Landings, GA
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Delaware (& Heritage Shores)
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Treasure Lake PA
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2021 GCH Annual Index
Top Search Categories
Summit Rock, TX: Texas Hill Country offers plenty to do.
Here are some of 2021’s most-searched-for categories featuring all the posts related to the search phrase.
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2021 GCH Annual Index
New Communities
Eight communities joined Golf Course Home in 2021, representing Florida, Arizona, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. See a brief description and links to the communities below.
ARIZONA
TRILOGY
Trilogy, AZ: The active desert lifestyle.
> Trilogy at Verde River is a prestigious, gated, 55+ and all ages community located just east of North Scottsdale Arizona. A resort community, it offers a spectacular golf course with stunning views of the Tonto National Forest and the iconic Four Peaks. Send me more information about Trilogy at Verde River!
FLORIDA
Hammock Beach, FL: Oceanfront living & great golf.
> Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa, Palm Coast, FL, is an award-winning golf and oceanfront community located along a sparkling, two-mile stretch of Florida’s famed Palm Coast. Set against the Intercoastal Waterway, it offers two renowned golf courses, world-class amenities and 11 distinct neighborhoods from which to enjoy it all. Send me more information about Hammock Beach!
HAMMOCK DUNES CLUB & LINKS GOLF COURSE
> Hammock Dunes Club & Links Golf Course, Palm Coast, FL is a private, gated oceanfront community located halfway between St. Augustine and Daytona Beach, just east of the charming Florida town of Palm Coast. Send me more information about Hammock Dunes!
LAKEWOOD NATIONAL
> Lakewood National, Bradenton, FL, is an exciting, new, gated, bundled golf community being created by Lennar Homes in Brandenton, FL. Key features include Tuscan themed architecture, lakes, lush Florida landscaping and a new golf course by Arnold Palmer Design. Send me more information about Lakewood National!
NORTH CAROLINA
Sea Trail, NC: 20+ years of family fun and activities.
SEA TRAIL
> Sea Trail, Sunset Beach, NC, is ideally located along the pristine coast of Sunset Beach, NC. Long acclaimed for its four seasons of family fun activity, it offers 54 holes of golf, easy beach access and resort amenities. Send me more information about Sea Trail!
OCEAN RIDGE PLANTATION
> Ocean Ridge Plantation, Ocean Isle Beach, NC is universally praised for its elegant country club lifestyle, four golf courses and traditional neighborhoods. It features lush landscapes, woodlands, lakes and miles of scenic trails–all washed by the fresh breezes from the Atlantic and the Intracoastal Waterway. Send me more information about Ocean Ridge Plantation!
SOUTH CAROLINA
Savannah Lakes Village: Endless activities on Lake Thurmond.
SAVANNAH LAKES VILLAGE
> Savannah Lakes Villag, McCormick, SC is a member-owned lakefront sporting community, beautifully situated along 25 miles of shoreline in the Upstate of western South Carolina. Amenities include 36 holes of golf, two clubhouses, an amenity-rich recreation center and easy access to 71,000-acre Lake Thurmond. Send me more information about Savannah Lakes Village!
VIRGINIA
KINGSMILL ON THE JAMES
> Kingsmill on the James, is set on 2,900 acres near historic Williamsburg, VA on the banks of the scenic James River. A gated resort and residential community, it offers a variety of neighborhoods and three golf courses, plus top-drawer amenities that include a marina, spa, sports club and more. Send me more information about Kingsmill!
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The Most Popular Homes of 2021
Reynolds Lake Oconee: Charming cottage on the golf course.
New this year is identifying the Most Popular Golf and Water View Homes featured during the year on Golf Course Home.
Each week–Monday through Thursday–we post new homes 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.
A charming cottage overlooking the No. 12 hole of The Landing golf course at Reynolds Lake Oconee, however, was the surprise of the year. It held the top spot for two consecutive months–July and August–far surpassing the more than 200 homes showcased throughout 2021.
See below, in order of the most number of views received, our most popular homes.
The Most Popular Homes
1. 1051 Starboard Dr., Reynolds Lake Oconee, GA
2. 13 Sandpiper Court, Grand Haven, FL
3. 2237 Seagrass Dr., Harbour Ridge FL
4. 11 Warington Place, Hampton Hall, SC
5. 1506 Gleasons Landing Ct., Dataw Island, SC
6. 12352 Harbour Rridge Blvd., Harbour Ridge, FL
7. 29 Claremont Ave., Hampton Hall, SC
8. 754 Island Circle, Dataw Island, SC
9. 13 Harborside Lane, Unit 7170, Palmetto Dunes, SC
10. 160 Crooked Gulley Circle, Sea Trail, NC
11. 10375 Osprey Tr., The Club at Ibis, FL
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Celebration at Dataw Island SC, Discovery at The Landings GA, More
in Discovery Package, Newsletter, Things To DoGCH Network e-News
Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
December 24, 2021 – December 26, 2021
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> Getaways – The Landings, GA Discovery
> What’s Going On At… Sea Pines, SC Manager Certified, Distinguished
> Community News and Updates – Dataw Island, SC Celebration
NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
> Savannah Lakes Village, SC – Lakefront community w/ 36 holes of golf
> Trilogy at Verde River, Rio Verde, AZ – Gated, 55+, hiking, biking, North Scottsdale
> Sea Trail Plantation, Sunset Beach, NC – 54 holes of golf, beach access
> Ocean Ridge Plantation, Ocean Isle Beach, NC – 72 holes of golf, beach, Atlantic Ocean & ICW access
HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
> Trilogy at Verde River, AZ New 2BR, Never Lived In $795,000
> Oldfield, SC 4BR, Early 2023 Completion $749,900
> Lake Arrowhead, GA 2BR, Main Floor Owner’s Suite $289,900
> Grand Haven, FL Updated 4BR $739,900
COMMUNITY NEWS
> Breakfast With Santa at Treasure Lake
> Christmas Festivities at Lakewood National
> Melbourne, FL is Top Retirement Spot
> Thanksgiving Eve at Treasure Lake
> Robots & More at Ibis’ New Hi-Tech Driving Range
> Honoring Veterans at Indian River Colony Club
> Group Acquires Palmetto Bluff, SC
> Customizable Visits at Waterfall Club
> Harvest Time at The Landings, GA
Golf Retirement Planner
> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Savannah Lakes Village, SC
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘N’ PLAYS
The Landings Discovery Visit
The Landings, GA: Discover community, stay in island home.
> 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…
Sea Pines Manager Certified, Distinguished
Sea Pines, SC: Country club staff earns special recognition.
> Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head Island SC recently announced that staff member Robert Ames, general manager of Sea Pines Country Club, had attained the designation of Certified Club Manager (CCM) from the Club Management Association of America.
Ames was one of just 32 professionals nationally to earn this distinction in 2021. The CCM designation goes to a club management professional who has completed a rigorous course of study and training and demonstrates a dedication to proficiency and expertise in the field. Send me more information about Sea Pines!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Celebration at Dataw Island
Dataw Island, SC: Festival included boat parade.
> Dataw Island, SC celebrated another fun and highly successful Winter Festival Weekend on Dec. 11, 12 and 13. Activity clubs were busy putting up holiday decorations at various parts of the island, including a Christmas lights display in Dataw’s famed Butterfly Garden, courtesy of the Garden Club.
Festivities over the three days included a nighttime boat parade with strings of lights along masts and rigging, a cocktail party at the Carolina Ballroom, a parade of decorated golf carts and a Luminary Night to conclude the festivities. Send me more information about Dataw Island!
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32 Great Heron Way, Bluffton, SC 29909 – Oldfield
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement CommunitiesAddress: 32 Great Heron Way, Bluffton, SC 29909
Asking Price: $749,900 Beds/Baths: 4 BRs / 4 BAs
The Lowcountry lifestyle at Oldfield awaits in this traditional 3,167-home to be constructed at 32 Great Heron Way on the new Tidalview floor plan.
The home is scheduled for completion in early 2023.
Dominating the design is an oversized great room with a custom gas fireplace.
The second floor features a 21-by-15-foot loft with an array of great possible uses, including as a second family room or fitness room. Send me more about this home in Oldfield!
KEY FEATURES: 32 Great Heron Way
The open layout includes island kitchen, lots of natural light.
> More Community Information: Oldfield, Okatie SC
About Oldfield
Convenient to Beaufort, Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Oldfield is a private, gated golf community that overlooks a spectacular horseshoe bend in the Okatie River deep in South Carolina’s legendary Lowcountry.
Not only is the community home to the first Greg Norman golf course in the Lowcountry, but Oldfield is also set apart by the extensive recreation options offered on the Okatie River. Send me more about this home in Oldfield!
Oldfield Golf by Greg Norman
The clubhouse on the Greg Norman-designed golf course.
Oldfield offers the first and only Greg Norman golf course in the Lowcountry. The course winds across broad savannas of broomgrass and palmetto up to the expansive marshes of the Okatie River. With five sets of tees, Oldfield is highly playable as well as scenic for all skill levels.
Members can enjoy expansive views of the golf course from the glass and screened porches of the 13,000-sq.-ft. clubhouse which also features men’s and ladies locker rooms, card rooms, bar and grill, private dining area and formal dining area. Send me more about this home in Oldfield!
301 Ridgewood Drive, Waleska, GA 30183 – Lake Arrowhead
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities301 Ridgewood Drive, Waleska, GA 30183
Asking Price: $289,900 Beds/Baths: 2 BRs/2.5 BAs
This 1,225-sf home at 301 Ridgewood Drive in Lake Arrowhead is low-maintenance with the convenience of a main-floor owner’s suite.
It’s designed to provide high-performance and affordable luxury in a natural setting.
The home’s 500-sf, upper level is framed for two additional bedrooms and a full bath.
Nearby are the golf club, the Highlands Grill and Great Festival Park, plus 11 miles of community trails and two swimming pools. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
KEY FEATURES: 301 Ridgewood Drive, GA
This new-construction home features 1,225 sf. of living space.
> More Community Information: Lake Arrowhead, Waleska, GA
About Lake Arrowhead, GA
Sanctuary Cove neighborhood tucked quietly away lakeside.
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
Kayak, sail, and more on the the expansive lake.
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.
The Mountain course–one of Georgia’s best.
The Highlands Course is open for daily play. You’re invited to visit and tour the club, or sign up for one of its world-class PGA Professional Instructor clinics. Send me more about this home in Lake Arrowhead!
5 Sweetwater Court, Palm Coast, FL 32137 – Grand Haven
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities5 Sweetwater Court, Palm Coast, FL 32137
Asking Price: $739,900 Beds/Baths: 4 BRs / 2 BAs
This like-new, 2,772-sf home at 5 Sweetwater Court with private pool enjoys a half-acre wooded lot in Grand Haven.
Its newly renovated gourmet kitchen features professional appliances, plus granite counters and wood cabinets.
Other important upgrades include a new pool heater, new blinds and a new garage door opener.
The home has been freshly repainted inside and out. Send me more about this home in Grand Haven!
KEY FEATURES: 5 Sweetwater Court
The home has a spacious covered pool area.
> More Community Information: Grand Haven, Palm Coast FL
About Grand Haven
Take advantage of Grand Haven’s gorgeous ICW location.
Featuring 1,400 acres of property and 19 villages within its master plan, the community is known for having one of the most breathtaking settings on the Intracoastal Waterway.
A seamless blend of intertwining neighborhoods, natural preserves and inspiring golf vistas make it so.
Natural assets include 4,000 acres of conservation land in two adjacent Flagler County parks. The Atlantic Ocean beaches are just minutes away. There are also two recreation centers providing endless activities. Send me more about this home in Grand Haven!
The Club at Grand Haven
The Club at Grand Haven is a central focus. Here residents, members and their families can relax, meet new people, enjoy excellent recreational facilities and participate in a variety of programs and activities.
There is also a challenging Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course that is designed around the area’s lush natural wetlands. Three of its holes are set along the Intracoastal Waterway. Send me more about this home in Grand Haven!
Breakfast With Santa at Treasure Lake PA, Discovery at Savannah Lakes SC
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Communities On the Water & the Golf Course
December 17, 2021 – December 19, 2021
TODAY’S HEADLINES
> Getaways – Savannah Lakes Village, SC Discovery
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> Community News and Updates – Kingsmill on the James Hosts, VA Tour
NEW GCH COMMUNITIES!
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HOMES FOR SALE THIS WEEK ON GCH
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> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Grand Haven – Video
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> Top 10 Reasons to Retire to Treasure Lake PA
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> Retire to Hilton Head and Bluffton
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GETAWAYS & STAY ‘N’ PLAYS
Savannah Lakes Village Discovery
Savannah Lakes Village, SC: Visit, explore community.
> Savannah Lakes Village, McCormick SC invites you to visit the community for either three or four days on a special Discovery Visit package. Accommodations are on the lake peninsula in the Southwind Cove Townhomes. This package also includes rounds of golf on the lakefront landscapes of two championship golf courses; tennis, pickleball or bowling; access to fitness amenities, yoga and the swimming pool.
You can explore Savannah Lakes Village freely by foot, bike, kayak or boat, and you’ll also receive a private community tour. Stay for 3 days, 2 nights for $199 or choose to stay for 4 days, 3 nights for $275. Send me more information about Savannah Lakes Village!
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WHAT’S GOING ON AT…
Treasure Lake Hosts Breakfast With Santa
Treasure Lake, PA: Santa will visit this lakeside community.
> Treasure Lake, DuBois PA has a special holiday buffet event coming up, Breakfast with Santa on Sat., Dec. 18 in the community’s Lakeview Lodge. The buffet itself will be set up and serving from 9 to 11 a.m.
Visits with Santa Claus and a fun Christmas Crafts program are scheduled for 9:30 to 11. Tickets are priced at $13 for adults and $9.50 for children, and they must be purchased in advance. Send me more information about Treasure Lake!
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COMMUNITY NEWS AND UPDATES
Kingsmill on the James Hosts Tour
Kingsmill on the James, VA: Hosts tour next spring.
> Kingsmill on the James, Williamsburg VA has reached agreement with Future Champions Golf Tour to host an official event on FCG Tour this coming April.
Kingsmill’s highly battle-tested golf course will take on players from the fastest-growing junior golf tour worldwide, offering them the chance via this event to qualify for the 2022 FCG Callaway World Junior Golf Championship. Competing juniors do not have to be members of the Future Champions Tour to compete at Kingsmill. Send me more information about Kingsmill!
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12 Chechessee Cir, Okatie, SC 29909 – Callawassie Island
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement CommunitiesAddress: 12 Chechessee Cir, Okatie, SC 29909
Asking Price: $789,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs/3.5 BAs
This 4,151-sf estate home at 12 Chechessee Cir has an open, flowing floor plan and expansive marsh views.
Those vistas can be enjoyed from the Brazilian Teak deck that surrounds the home’s private, heated plunge pool.
Designed by a prominent Lowcountry architect, this home features oversized rooms and an open floor plan.
All three bedrooms have balconies and private baths. Send me more about this home in Callawassie Island!
KEY FEATURES: 12 Chechessee Cir, SC
The property features an expansive pool area.
> More Community Information: Callawassie Island, SC
About Callawassie Island, SC
The Callawassie Island River Club overlooks the Colleton River.
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. Send me more about this home in Callawassie Island!
Golf by Tom Fazio
The golf course is surrounded by a lush natural environment.
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 with a recent $4 million renovation, the three distinct nines play like new. Send me more about this home in Callawassie Island!
5836 Wake Forest Run Unit 102, Bradenton, FL 34211 – Lakewood National
in Golf Homes, Real Estate for Sale, Retirement Communities5836 Wake Forest Run Unit 102, Bradenton, FL 34211
Asking Price: $650,000 Beds/Baths: 3 BRs / 2 BAs
This second-floor townhouse at 5836 Wake Forest Run Unit 102 has with views over a small lake and No. 18 green of the Lakewood National golf course.
Membership in Lakewood National Golf Club is automatic with purchase.
On the ground floor of this townhouse cluster is a triple garage. A balcony lanai provides fine golf course views. Send me more about this home in Lakewood National!
KEY FEATURES: 5836 Wake Forest Run Unit 102
Enjoy water and golf views from the balcony.
> More Community Information: Lakewood National, Bradenton FL
About Lakewood National
A second Arnold Palmer Design course opened in 2018.
Lakewood National is an exciting, new, gated, bundled golf community being created by Lennar Homes in Brandenton, FL. Key features include Tuscan themed architecture, lakes, lush Florida landscaping and a newly minted golf course by Arnold Palmer Design.
Residents of the community’s luxurious homes will enjoy the endless beauty of its fairways and greens. The new neighborhood is tucked into the well-established and nationally acclaimed master planned community of Lakewood Ranch. Send me more about this home in Lakewood National!
Lakewood National Homes, Golf Membership Included
Choose from a variety of multi- and single-family designs, golf membership included. There are 20 separate floor plans available, offering a design for every price point. Terrace Condos begin with 1107 sq. ft. in the high $100,000’s. Estate Homes range up to 3,800 sq. ft. and are available for more than $800,000.
An inviting open concept is a key design element, bringing the dining room and living room together, allowing natural light to pour in via glass sliders and large windows. Send me more about this home in Lakewood National!