In 2013, 22 golf and waterview communities in 11 states joined the GolfCourseHome Network #GCHN. See the complete list below, with communities organized by state in alphabetical order. Starting prices for real estate are in bold.
These world-class communities represent opportunities for retirement living, vacation homes and second homes. And with the real estate market beginning to recover, investment opportunities are emerging as well.
ARIZONA
DC Ranch, AZ: Mountain living, homes from $400,000.
> DC Ranch, Scottsdale – Private, gated mountain community, Tom Weiskopf golf, pool, clubhouse, trails, condos from $250,000, homes & lots from $400,000
> Mirabel Golf Club, Scottsdale – Private, gated desert golf community in Scottsdale, 3,000 feet in elevation, majestic mountain views, Tom Fazio golf course, homesites from high-$100,000s, villas from the $500,000s
CALIFORNIA
Pauma Valley Country Club, CA: Homes from $350,000.
> Pauma Valley Country Club, San Diego – Gated country club community, equestrian center, winery, fractional real estate available, homes from $350,000
FLORIDA
Fountains Country Club, FL: Coastline homes from $40K.
> Fountains Country Club, Lake Worth – Private, gated coastline community in Palm Beach County, 54 holes of golf, clubhouse, dining, trails, condos from $40,000
> Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, Ocala – 1,150-acre private, gated community with 24-hour security, 18-hole Ron Garl-designed golf course, 77,000-SF clubhouse, spa, equestrian facilities, real estate from $70,000
> Sawgrass Country Club, Ponte Vedra Beach – Set on 1,250 acres, beach club, oceanfront deck, dining, 27 holes of golf, fitness, trails, spa, homes from $200,000s
World Golf Village, FL: Condos from $100,000s.
> World Golf Village, St. Augustine – Two championship courses, miles of private sidewalks, park, swim and tennis center, spa, condos from $100,000s
> Boca Woods Country Club, Boca Raton – Gated South Florida community, golf, tennis, fitness, lake and golf views, single-homes from $80,000
> Wycliffe Golf & Country Club, Wellington – Two golf courses, multi-level clubhouse, tennis complex, fitness, spa, dining, activities manager, 14 neighborhoods, condos from $50,000, homes from $55,000
GEORGIA
Currahee Club, GA: Mountain & lake views.
> Currahee Club, Toccoa – Private, 1,200-acre gated community in the Blue Ridge Mountain, lake and mountain views, homes from $300,000 to $1 million+
MARYLAND
Deep Creek Mountain, MD: Lots from $84,900.
> Deep Creek Mountain at Deep Creek Lake, McHenry – Private, gated mountain and lake community, Hale Irwin golf, lots from $84,900
MASSACHUSETTS
Mink Meadows Golf Club, MA: Homeowners enjoy private beach access.
> Mink Meadows Golf Club, West Chop – Golf club on Martha’s Vineyard, private association beach, clubhouse, short walk to town, homes from $949,000
The Boathouse, MA: Martha’s Vineyard community.
> The Boathouse, Edgartown – Private Martha’s Vineyard club community, water access, private wine room, deck, docks, spa, tennis, fitness, homes from $1.895M
> Tashmoo Woods, Vineyard Haven – Private Martha’s Vineyard community, trails, Mink Meadows golf nearby, condos from $560,000, homes from $1.299M
> Willowbend Golf Club, Mashpee – Private Cape Cod community, award-winning golf course, tennis, pool, fitness & spa, gourmet dining, real estate from $275,000
NORTH CAROLINA
Brunswick Forest, NC: Lots from $75,000.
> Brunswick Forest, Leland – Private resort community, Tim Cate golf, river club, trails, fitness, lots from $75,000, townhomes from $205,000
> Connestee Falls, Brevard – Private gated mountain community, 18 holes of golf by George Cobb, wellness center, homes from $125,000
Cypress Landing, NC: Close to Intracoastal.
> Cypress Landing, Chocowinity – Award-winning golf, fitness center, tennis, marina w/ Intracoastal access, homes from $200,000
PENNSYLVANIA
Treasure Lake, PA: Lakefront community.
> Treasure Lake, DuBois – Gated golf and lakefront community, 9,000 acres, two golf courses, 24 hour security, lots from $20,000, homes from $450,000
SOUTH CAROLINA
Moss Creek, SC: Equestrian club, homes from $182,900.
> Moss Creek, Hilton Head Island – Private Hilton Head Island community, two championship golf courses, yacht club, equestrian center, homes from $182,900
> Windmill Harbour, Hilton Head Island – Private Hilton Head Island community, golf by Gary Player, Clyde Johnson & Bobby Weed, homes from $289,000
TEXAS
Summit Rock, TX: Jack Nicklaus golf, spa, homes from $100,000s.
> Summit Rock, Horseshoe Bay – Golf and lake community within Horseshoe Bay Resort, Jack Nicklaus golf, tennis, spa, dining, homesites from the low $100,000s
VERMONT
Quechee Lakes, VT: Skiing, tennis, trails.
> Quechee Lakes, Quechee – Golf, four-season Quechee Club, downhill ski area, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, 35 miles of trails, homes from $125,000, townhomes from $96,000, lots from $58,500
VIRGINIA
Glemore, VA: Gated community, homes from $400,000.
> Glenmore, Keswick – Private, gated golf and equestrian community on 1,500 acres, golf by John B. LaFoy, homesites from $159,000, homes from $400,000
