Best 19th Hole of 2017

Toccoa, GA — Located a short drive away from Atlanta, Greenville, and Athens, Curahee Club on Lake Hartwell has a little bit of everything. Golf, mountains, clubs, and a lake make this community a desirable area. The Mountain Clubhouse inside the community encompasses all that constitutes Curahee Club as a place to be. When entering the building, The Great Lodge Room welcomes all with fireplaces and cozy seating. The room adjoins with an outdoor stone terrace that is perfect for taking in panoramic views of the mountains, golf courses, and Lake Hartwell.

Bluffton, South Carolina—Berkeley Hall is an award-winning, low-density residential community set on the banks of the pristine Okatie River in the South Carolina Lowcountry. With two spectacular Tom Fazio-designed courses, it’s little wonder that golf is the featured recreation at Berkeley Hall. But for many members, there’s an equal amount of enjoyment to be found after their rounds in the stately Jeffersonian-style Berkeley Hall Clubhouse. The 45,000-square-foot facility includes not only a richly appointed golfer’s lounge for post-play refreshments, but also seven distinctive dining options that range from casual fare to gourmet dinners.

Boynton Beach, FL — Quail Ridge Country Club is a private, member-owned club and community offering championship golf courses, tennis courts, spa & fitness center, world-class cuisine, walking trails, and activities. Just ten minutes south of Palm Beach, Quail Ridge is also close to beaches, marinas, Intracoastal Waterway, fine restaurants, shops and activities. Located in a brand new Clubhouse (opening Fall 2017), the Quail’s Nest Grille & Bar offers casual dining, cocktails, and fine wine in a beautiful setting. The outdoor bar overlooks the putting green, short game area, driving range and waterfall, and gives golfers, members, and guests alike, a chance to unwind and experience the championship lifestyle here at Quail Ridge.

Citrus Hills, FL — With breezy weather and a location close to both Orlando and Tampa, the Villages of Citrus Hills is truly a community like no other. The beautiful outdoor landscape coupled with both golfing and tennis opportunities are also major draws to the area. The Tiki bar at the Grille is one of the favorited spots to eat in the community. This restaurant is a spot for those looking for a fun time or to catch the game. The hangout, complete with elegant decor, comfortable furniture, and a few fire pits, leaves little to be desired.

Bluffton—There lies a peninsula encompassed by the Colleton and Chechessee Rivers that sets the stage for two signature courses from golf’s greats. This is where you will find the Colleton River Club. Where the golfing ends, the dining begins. Both the Dye course and the Nicklaus course have their own club house, each with its own picturesque view of the waters surrounding the community as well as exquisite "farm-to-table" cuisine.

Bullard, TX — Set on the shores of 26,000-acre Lake Palestine, Eagles Bluff Country Club is a gated community located 15 minutes southwest of Tyler, Texas. Eagle’s Bluff rests on 540 acres, surrounded by trees, creeks, ponds and lakes. Golfweek Magazine honored the community 3 times with its "Residential Course of Distinction" award and the Dallas Morning News ranked it the #1 Private Club Golf Course in East Texas. Amenities include clubhouse with formal and casual dining, full-service golf pro shop, resort-style swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, kids club, walking and biking trails, marina, and lighted all-weather tennis and pickleball courts.

Indio, CA— K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Terra Lago is a gated community with incredible resort-style amenities and single-story home designs up to 2,747 square feet. This neighborhood boasts true resort-style living. The centerpiece of the community, The Lodge recreation center features a ballroom, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, putting green, bocce courts and more! This new home community for those 55 and better provides its residents with incredible amenities, spacious home designs and beautiful mountain and golf course views, with some home sites situated directly on the golf course. 

Scottsdale, Arizona—A sprawling Arizona resort and residential community just outside of the thriving city of Scottsdale, Desert Mountain is a golfer’s paradise with six Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses. Along with those awesome high-desert layouts are six clubhouses, each with its own distinctive architecture, ambiance and 19th hole. Perhaps the best is found in the Chiricahua Clubhouse, set at an elevation of 3,200 feet and overlooking both the golf course and the Phoenix-Scottsdale area in the distance. Dining options include the casual grill with its expansive patio, Italian fare at Constantino’s and more intimate dinners in the unique wine tower.

Landrum, South Carolina—The Cliffs at Glassy championship course is literally the pinnacle of South Carolina golf that’s set more than 3,000 feet above sea level on the very top of Glassy Mountain. The 50-mile views in all directions from the fairways and greens on this Tom Jackson-designed masterpiece are simple stunning. Needless to say, the Glassy Clubhouse offers those same views in a 19th-hole setting that is both refreshing and breathtaking. Al fresco dining overlooking the golf course is an understandable favorite for most members and their guests.