Legacy Lakes is a new master-planned community in Aberdeen, North Carolina, which has at its heart, the established Legacy Golf Links- a Nicklaus-designed golf course, rated 4 1/2 stars by Golf Digest and named the 25th Best Public Course by Golf World magazine. In addition to world-class golf, Legacy Lakes will include expansive club facilities with one of the area's finest state-of-the-art tennis centers.
Plans for the community include a variety of single-family residences, garden homes and townhomes clustered in distinct villages and enclaves, some of which will be geared toward active-adult living.
Located in the North Carolina Sandhills region, noted as one of the top golf destinations in the world, the surrounding towns of Southern Pines and the Village of Pinehurst combine the charm of small-town living with first-class shopping, fine dining, a vibrant arts community and outstanding education and healthcare facilities.
Acreage: 405 acres (162 hectares)
Club Structure: Semi-private; Property owners at Legacy Lakes receive an automatic full membership in the Plantation House and all its facilities. Membership fees are included in yearly Homeowners Association dues.
Golf: The Nicklaus-designed championship course is one of only three courses in the Sandhills area to have hosted a USGA National Championship. In addition to featuring four of the best par threes in the region, Legacy Golf Links is best known for its tough 18th hole, appropriately nicknamed “The Bear.” On-site facilities include a driving range, two putting greens, PGA professional instructors and clubhouse.
Clubhouse: The social hub of the community, the Plantation House will offer a great room with a fireplace, fitness facilities and media and activities rooms, overlooking a formal garden and a wide lawn—ideal for wedding receptions, croquet or lawn bowling.
Tennis: The Racquet & Fitness Club features six championship Har-Tru courts. Anchored by The Plantation House, with verandas and amphitheater-style seating for viewing matches, the club will host local and regional tournaments. Tennis pros will offer clinics, events, and training equipment for all ages and skill levels.
Fitness: The community’s fitness center offers a full range of equipment, including weight machines, cardiovascular equipment, stationary bicycles, elliptical machines, treadmills, and free weights. Members may enjoy private classes and personal training as well as joining in group programs such as yoga, Pilates, and aerobics.
Recreation: Additional recreational amenities include a resort style swimming pool and pool house (scheduled for Spring 2009 completion), an outdoor fire pit and a dog park. A full-time Activities Director will be hand to plan activities and social functions.
Location: Centrally located just an hour from Raleigh, less than two hours from Charlotte and only a few hours' drive to either the Carolina coast or the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Lots: Priced from $62,000 to $400,000.
Homes: Select from garden homes, townhomes or single-family custom-built homes; priced from $275,000 to more than $1 million.