Premium golf communities for luxurious, healthy lifestyles
Residential golf communities offer an appealing blend of comfort, leisure, luxury, and easy living. Such properties provide stunning views of meticulously maintained greens and picturesque natural landscapes.
As well planned mixed-use developments, golf communities feature essential amenities along with added recreational facilities. Their prime locations and proximity to golf courses drive steady property appreciation, making them attractive to investors. Limited availability of these properties further enhances their appeal.
In the Philippines, golf communities often attract affluent buyers, helping to sustain and even increase property values over time. The prestige of living near a golf course, combined with luxury, heightened security, privacy, and a peaceful ambiance, makes these communities not only desirable but also resilient to market fluctuations. Beyond luxury, these communities also promote a healthy and comfortable lifestyle.
Here are some of the famous golf communities globally.
Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club
Malaysia
The Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club (KLGCC) is one of Malaysia’s most prestigious golf communities.
Located in Mont Kiara, just eight kilometers from central Kuala Lumpur, KLGCC has emerged as a world-class golf destination that has hosted international tournaments like the Malaysian Open. It features exquisitely designed homes, modern commercial spaces and premier recreational venues, contributing to Mont Kiara’s reputation as one of Kuala Lumpur’s most sought-after locations.
Worth noting here are KLGCC’s luxurious residences ranging from high end condominiums to sprawling bungalows with stunning views of the lush course. Here, residents enjoy top-tier amenities, including state-of-the-art fitness centers, tennis courts, and swimming pools. The community also boasts international schools, luxury shopping centers, and gourmet dining, making it a prime choice for both expatriates and locals.
Blue Canyon
Thailand
The Blue Canyon Complex, located in the north of Phuket Island, is home to one of Thailand’s first gated golf residences.
It was originally home to Chinese settlers who planted rubber trees and mined the rich soil for many decades. In 1991, renowned Japanese golf course designer Yokikazu Kato created two golf courses in the area while maintaining the breathtaking landscape and natural water run-offs, creating self-sustaining water reservoirs. These golf courses earned gained prestige globally as the Canyon course of Blue Canyon Country Club hosted the Johnnie Walker Classic in 1994, 1998 and 2007 where illustrious professionals like Tiger Woods, Ernie Els, Sir Nick Faldo, Fred Couples have all competed.
Blue Canyon also has apartments offering exclusive, secure living, among Phuket’s rare low rise developments. The address is conveniently located within 10 minutes from Phuket international airport and pristine beaches of Maikhao and Naithon.
Manila Golf and Country Club
Philippines
In 1949, the Manila Golf Club’s course was relocated from Caloocan to Makati City after the Club acquired a 44-hectare tract of land near Fort William McKinley shortly after World War II. The present Manila Golf and Country Club was established in October 1959 through the merger of the Country Club Development Inc. and the Manila Golf Club Inc.
This exclusive golf club is located in the upscale neighborhood of Forbes Park, contributing to the area’s allure for affluent and influential residents. The presence of such a prestigious institution helped solidify Forbes Park’s reputation as a prime residential area for society’s elite.
According to some industry experts, purchased lots in Forbes Park in January 1956 cost around P18 to P21 per sqm. In 2017, the asking price here was reportedly at P300,000 per sqm, which rose to P525,000 per sqm by 2022–reflecting an average annual appreciation rate of 16.5 percent over the last 66 years.
Terre Blanche
France
Terre Blanche–located in the woodlands of Provence Côte d’Azur just 30 minutes from the French Riviera–is a resort community that caters to both golf enthusiasts and tourists.
Designated as a European Tour Destination, it boasts of two world-class golf courses, a European Tour Performance Institute, a golf academy, and a Biomecaswing Center for player training. The community also features a five-star hotel, an award-winning spa, and a helipad.
Real estate prices in Terre Blanche are not publicly disclosed, and homeowners are encouraged to customize their dream homes. Homeownership automatically includes a golf club membership.
Ury Estate
Scotland
In October 2022, Nicklaus Companies and award-winning developer FM Group launched Europe’s first Jack Nicklaus-branded residential golf community near Stonehaven, Scotland. Golf legend Nicklaus, known as the ‘Golden Bear,’ is an 18-time major champion, including three victories on Scottish soil at St Andrews and Muirfield.
The development is centered around an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Championship Golf Course and features luxury homes on the historic Ury Estate, offering views of the stunning Ury Castle. This project aims to become one of the most exclusive residential golf communities in the world.
The first phase of the 1,600-acre, multi-million-pound development consists of fully-serviced self-build plots and five-bedroom luxury homes within The Nicklaus Village. This is the first of three planned phases, with future releases including Golden Bear Homes and The Jack Nicklaus Retreat. Owners can buy or build their dream homes, most of which will offer spectacular views of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.
Sources: Inquirer Archives, propertyreport.ph, simedarbyproperty.com, klgcc.com, asiapropertyawards.com, property.bluecanyonphuket.com/, mansionglobal.com, thefmgroup.co.uk, propertymart.ph, manilagolfclub.com, megaworldproperties.com
