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  • Writer's pictureJody Whitehurst, Realtor
    • Apr 10, 2023
    • 3 min read

Raleigh, NC: A Golfer's Paradise - Top 5 Golf Course Communities in Raleigh

Updated: Apr 19, 2023


If you love to play golf, Raleigh, NC might be the perfect place for you to call home. And if you want to live where you play, Raleigh has some of the best golf course communities in the region. These communities offer world-class amenities, stunning natural beauty, and unparalleled golf experiences: plus you can't beat that sunny, NC weather! Let's explore five of the best golf course communities in the Raleigh, NC area.

1. Wakefield Plantation: Wakefield Plantation is one of Raleigh, NC's most sought-after golf course communities. It is a master-planned community that offers its residents access to an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Hale Irwin. The community also boasts of a clubhouse, fitness center, tennis courts, and swimming pool. Wakefield Plantation is located just minutes from downtown Raleigh, making it a convenient location for both work and play.





2. Prestonwood Country Club: Prestonwood Country Club is a premier private country club located in Cary, NC, just outside of Raleigh. The club features two 18-hole championship golf courses designed by Tom Jackson and Pete Dye, respectively. The courses offer a challenging and rewarding golf experience for players of all skill levels. In addition to golf, Prestonwood Country Club also


offers tennis courts, a fitness center, swimming pools, and dining options at its clubhouse and restaurants. The club hosts numerous social events and activities throughout the year, making it a vibrant and active community for its members. With its exceptional facilities and dedicated staff, Prestonwood Country Club is a top choice for those seeking a luxury country club experience in the Raleigh, NC area.




3. Brier Creek Country Club:


Brier Creek Country Club is a premier golf course community located in the heart of Raleigh, NC. The community features an 18-hole Arnold Palmer-designed golf course, a clubhouse, fitness center, tennis courts, and swimming pool. Brier Creek Country Club is also located near some of the best shopping and dining destinations in the area.



4. MacGregor Downs: MacGregor Downs is a historic golf course community located in


Cary, NC. The community features an 18-hole championship golf course, a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, and tennis courts. MacGregor Downs is known for its beautiful homes, mature landscaping, and peaceful atmosphere.



Video Driving Tour of MacGregor Downs and MacGregor West : https://youtu.be/8NmLmduEWjs


5. The Preserve at Jordan Lake:

The Preserve at Jordan Lake is a golf course community located about 30 minutes from Raleigh, in nearby Chapel Hill, NC. The community features an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Davis Love III, a clubhouse, fitness center, tennis courts, and swimming pool. The Preserve at Jordan Lake is known for its stunning views of Jordan Lake and its beautiful homes.




Search Current Homes for Sale in The Preserve at Jordan Lake: https://jodywhitehurst.kw.com/search/NC/Chapel%20Hill/REG-6562772967398277120-1,The%20Preserve


The Raleigh, NC area is home to some of the best golf course communities in the region. Whether you are a serious golfer or just looking for a beautiful place to call home, these communities offer something for everyone. From Wakefield Plantation to The Preserve at Jordan Lake (and don't forget the phenomenal Pinehurst, just a 45 minute drive to the south!), these communities offer world-class amenities, stunning natural beauty, and unparalleled golf experiences.



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