2018 GUIDE PINE NEEDLES GOLF CLUB SANDHILLS GOLF EXPERIENCE VILLAGE OF PINEHURST // SOUTHERN PINES // ABERDEEN // SURROUNDING AREA

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1 2018 GUIDE SANDHILLS GOLF EXPERIENCE VILLAGE OF PINEHURST // SOUTHERN PINES // ABERDEEN // SURROUNDING AREA F E A T U R I N G PINE NEEDLES GOLF CLUB T O B A C C O R O A D T R A V E L. C O M

2 What s Inside C H A M P I O N S H I P G O L F E X P E R I E N C E S GOLF COURSES Mid Pines...4 Pine Needles...5 Tobacco Road...6 Dormie Club...8 Pinewild Pinehurst No.1, 3, 5, 8, Legacy...12 Southern Pines...13 Longleaf...14 Tot Hill Farm Carolina Trace Talamore Whispering Woods...18 Hyland Lakes Deercroft...21 Whispering Pines...22 Foxfire...23 = CADDIES AVAILABLE LODGING Best Western...24 Homewood Suites...24 Residence Inn SpringHill Suites Stewart Cabin Holiday Inn Express Comfort Inn...28 Mid Pines Inn...29 Manor Inn Pinehurst Condos Sweet Tee Home PLANNING IS EASY Planning a golf trip to the Village of Pinehurst is amazingly easy. Our friendly, expert staff includes PGA Golf Professionals that know golf, specifically golf in the Sandhills. Our staff has lived their entire adult lives in the Sandhills and their expertise provides a great resource for you to draw upon to build an unforgettable trip. There are several ways to build your golf package. You can choose from our seasonal golf offers listed on our website, or you can build a package a la carte style, choosing from the courses beginning on page 4. Often times there are course combinations that will result in a lower package price for you depending on time of year or day of the week. Also, unlike most other golf destinations, our quotes include all fees and taxes so there are no surprises. To draw upon the best courses and avoid golf course maintenance issues such as aeration, top dressing and overseeding, call us toll free ( ) to get a free, no obligation quote within minutes. You can also visit us online (TobaccoRoadTravel.com) and click on our no obligation Free Quote option. We ll respond quickly with a great package at a great price. TobaccoRoadTravel.com

3 MID PINES GOLF CLUB PINE NEEDLES GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Donald Ross ARCHITECT// Donald Ross TOP 100 IN AMERICA TOP 100 IN AMERICA Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club shines in an area rich with golf history and tradition. The Classic Georgian-style hotel and recently restored Donald Ross designed golf course opened for play in 1921, and both operate as they did the day they opened. During the summer of 2013, Kyle Franz oversaw the project that was designed to recapture the original design tenets while upgrading the turf grass with the finest grass possible. Mid Pines offers four sets of tees that will challenge golfers of all skill levels. While visiting, take a stroll through golf history and enjoy the images featured along the hallways of the Mid Pines Inn. Enjoy what many call the most historic walk through golf history in the Sandhills. America s Top 100 Resort Courses #18 // Golfweek Ranked #2 in the state of NC // Golfweek 4 TEES YARDS Green RATING L SLOPE L 1010 Midland Road, Southern Pines, NC Nestled in the fragrant pine forest of North Carolina, you find an experience unlike any other. For nearly a century, golfers have reveled in the serene ambiance of Pine Needles. This Donald Ross design has earned a place among the country s best golf resorts and one to which our guests and USGA Championships return time and again. Pine Needles has played host to the 1996, 2001 and 2007 US Women s Open Championships and the USGA will return in 2019 with the US Senior Women s Open Championship in its second year of existence. We deliver brilliant golf paired with southern hospitality in a casual atmosphere right here in beautiful North Carolina. YARDS RATING SLOPE TEES Medal Ross Regular Executive Forward 1005 Midland Road, Southern Pines, NC Top 100 Golf Courses in America #77 // Golfweek America s Top 100 Classic Courses // Golfweek 5

4 TOBACCO ROAD GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Mike Strantz TOP 100 IN THE WORLD Tobacco Road Golf Club, established in 1998, continues to redefine golf in the Sandhills of North Carolina. This landmark design from the late Mike Strantz is carved from a sand quarry and stretches the boundaries of traditional golf course architecture. In the words of Dr. Alister MacKenzie, Strantz believed in testing a player s eye, determination, and wits with his artistic flair. Tobacco Road is ranked among the best in the world and boasts some of the finest conditions. Stunning vistas and panoramic views set this course apart. Be sure to include this Top 100 golf course in your next visit to the Sandhills area. ABOUT THE ARCHITECT // Mike Strantz, a native of Toledo, Ohio, built a career centered on his two passions, art and golf. He modeled his design process in the ways of Dr. Alister MacKenzie and other en Age architects whose work pioneered the field of golf course design. Building on his knowledge and experience, Strantz cultivated a style he termed functional artwork, unapologetically incorporating his own artistic flair and spirit of adventure into the design process. MIKE STRANTZ Tobacco Road Golf Course Architect Top 100 Courses in the World // Golf Course Arch. Mag. Top 100 Places to Play in America // Golf Magazine Top 100 Public Courses in America // Golf Digest Ripper Disc Plow Points Cultivator TEES YARDS RATING SLOPE He may not be the best young architect in America. He may be the best period. // GOLF WORLD, ON MIKE STRANTZ Tobacco Road, Sanford, NC TobaccoRoadGolf.com 7

5 DORMIE CLUB PINEWILD COUNTRY CLUB OF PINEHURST ARCHITECT// Coore & Crenshaw ARCHITECTS// Gene Hamm (Magnolia) Gary Player (Holly) TOP 100 IN AMERICA Dormie Club is rated by Golf Digest as the 43rd Best Modern Course in the US and by Golfweek as the 3rd Best Course You Can Play in NC. Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore have created a stunning masterpiece of American golf, taking advantage of Dormie s spectacular wooded site that features dramatic 80 foot elevation changes, natural lakes, pine forests and sandy waste areas. These features are complimented by Dormie s world-class attention to detail and service. Located just 4.5 miles north of the Village of Pinehurst, Dormie Club is part of a growing national network of private clubs and has begun the transition to a private facility. Take advantage of the opportunity to play Dormie while you still can! TEES 43rd Best Modern Course in the U.S. // Golf Digest 3rd Best Course in NC // Golfweek 8 YARDS RATING SLOPE Beulah Hill Church Rd., West End, NC (4.5 m North of the Village of Pinehurst) Plush Bermuda fairways and velvet Bentgrass greens are the hallmarks of the premier golf found at Pinewild Country Club of Pinehurst. The 2 championship courses designed by Gene Hamm and Gary Player have hosted numerous USGA, PGA and LPGA events since the origins of the club 25 years ago. Pinewild s Golf Academy offers world class instruction. The Magnolia course is a traditional masterpiece and provides stunning vistas of the surrounding pine forests and rolling topography. The Holly course offers similar views and challenges the player with many risk/reward design elements which have made this layout a must play course in the area. If that is not enough, golfers can treat themselves to the nine hole par 3 Azalea course which offers some of the most scenic holes in the Sandhills. A great experience awaits you! YARDS RATING SLOPE MAGNOLIA YARDS RATING SLOPE HOLLY Glasgow Drive, Pinehurst, NC RANKED TOP 50 in NC 9

6 2018 Pinehurst, LLC M o r e t h a n a c e n t u r y Choose from five of Pinehurst s nine courses, each designed to challenge your skill and test your imagination. With the architecture of Donald Ross, Tom Fazio, Ellis Maples and Jack Nicklaus, it s golf the way it was meant to be played. No. 3 No. 5 No. It is very sporty, no two holes alike. You have 18 holes which it will be a great pleasure to any golfer to play over. Harry Vardon I just don t think people understand how good those holes are. They re filled with interest. They re shorter, but there s plenty of character to them. Ben Crenshaw Dad was a protégé of Donald Ross and incorporated many of his design characteristics into No. 5. In particular, he focused on the enjoyment of the game for all golfers by minimizing blind shots. Dan Maples o f c h a m p i o n s h i p t r a d i t i o n. No. 8 A mix of tree-lined holes, sandy waste areas and lake edge views, Pinehurst No. 8 has undulating greens similar to those on Pinehurst No. 2 and the rugged beauty of an extensive natural wetland setting. Tom Fazio No. 9 The idea has been to preserve and build upon the great golfing tradition, which is the Sandhills. Jack Nicklaus Enjoy accommodations in the historic Manor Inn conveniently located in the Village of Pinehurst. Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina pinehurst.com

7 LEGACY GOLF LINKS ARCHITECT// Nicklaus Design SOUTHERN PINES GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Donald Ross This Nicklaus Design layout is both challenging and player friendly, an award winning staff and course conditions that are outstanding year round are just a few of the reasons Legacy Golf Links is consistently one of the most popular courses in the area. Legacy is one of the area s premier golf facilities and boasts many accolades: Host site of a USGA National Championship Golf World s Top 50 Public Courses to Play Village of Pinehurst Area s Course of the Year NGCOA Golf Digest Top 50 in Country for Customer Service Pinehurst Magazine s Best Finishing Holes The Southern Pines Golf Club was designed by world-renowned golf course architect, Donald Ross in This award winning links style layout has been largely untouched to this day. As you make your way through the tall longleaf pines and rolling hills you will get to experience first-hand the design genius of Donald Ross. After more than 100 years, Southern Pines Golf Club continues to deliver a quality golfing experience that will make your trip memorable. A DONALD ROSS CLASSIC Established in CERTIFICATE of EXCELLENCE // TripAdvisor TEES YARDS RATING SLOPE Green L L YARDS RATING SLOPE TEES (6 & under HDCP only) (Sr.) Baby Best Courses You Can Play in Norh Carolina #14 (2016) // Golfweek US , Aberdeen, NC Country Club Circle, Southern Pines, NC

8 LONGLEAF GOLF & FAMILY CLUB ARCHITECTS// Dan Maples & Bill Bergin (redesign) TOT HILL FARM GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Mike Strantz Longleaf Golf & Family Club combines the best of a classic Dan Maples design with the innovative and detail oriented renovations of well-respected architect Bill Bergin - to create one of the most enjoyable, aesthetic and best conditioned values in all of the Carolinas. The birthplace of the famed Longleaf Tee System, the course provides an easy to use method of ensuring players optimize their experience by playing from one of seven tees that best corresponds to their abilities. With newly installed MiniVerde greens, the layout offers outstanding conditions along with all the challenge and scoring opportunities any great golf course should offer. This hidden gem is certain to be a big hit among players with an expectation of excellence and fun! Creative course designer Mike Strantz struck with a vengeance creating 18 holes that will leave your imagination running absolutely wild and your golf clubs screaming for more. Winding through a maze of majestic rock formations and creeks, Tot Hill inspires its players with a vast array of heart-pounding shots and breath-taking views. This golf course definitely has the WOW factor and you will fall in love with its challenges. Strantz believed in creating unique experiences that golfers would never forget. Tot Hill is such an experience. Your trip to the Sandhills will not be complete unless you take on this thrilling design. A wide variety of tee complexes that ACCOMMODATE ALL LEVELS OF PLAYERS TEES YARDS RATING SLOPE Green Orange Yellow Purple YARDS RATING SLOPE TEES L Green Top 10 Hardest Courses in America // Golf Digest 2007 #10 - Best Public Courses in NC // Golf Mag Best Courses Near You // Golf Mag Knoll Road, Southern Pines, NC Tot Hill Farm Road, Asheboro, NC

9 CAROLINA TRACE CC ARCHITECT// Robert Trent Jones Sr. TALAMORE GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Rees Jones The Lake Course at Carolina Trace is widely considered to be the finest hidden gem in the Sandhills. This Robert Trent Jones Sr. design was recently renovated in 2015 by renowned architect David Whelchel who tweaked all aspects of the layout including new Bermuda greens earning the Lake Course a nomination for Golf Digests 2016 renovation of the year. The Creek Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. offers panoramic views of Lake Trace and demands that players carefully navigate this layout while making judicious shot making decisions. With an greater elevation change than its sister Lake Course, the Creek Course can feel more like a mountain course in places. How do you improve on a quarter century reputation of award-winning golf created by renowned course architect Rees Jones? You reimagine the entire on-course experience to unlock the courses hidden potential. The New Course at Talamore now features outstanding Champion Bermuda Greens, 12 strategically placed Sod Wall Bunkers, and greatly improved golf cart access. During the 2016 remastering of Talamore, the greens were restored to the original 1991 Rees Jones design which resulted in 20% larger putting surfaces and incredible playing conditions. Talamore s layout features 180 ft. in elevation change, offering a rare glimpse at some of the area s rolling topography. As a perennial fan-favorite, the New Course at Talamore is a must-play on your next golf vacation. Championship LAKE YARDS RATING SLOPE CREEK YARDS RATING SLOPE YARDS RATING SLOPE TEES L L Top 5 New Courses in America // Golf Digest Best New Course in the South // Golf Digest Country Club Dr., Sanford, NC Talamore Drive, Southern Pines, NC

10 WHISPERING WOODS ARCHITECT// Ellis Maples HYLAND GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Tom Jackson Providing the golfer with a high quality golf experience at the most affordable price while exceeding expectations is the vision at Whispering Woods Country Club. Treat yourself to the pristine lakes, towering pines and rolling hills that legendary golf course architect Ellis Maples utilized in laying out this design 44 years ago. Champion Bermuda greens installed in 2013 Ellis Maples Masterpiece Appealing to all skill levels Home of the Whispering Woods Café New EZ-Go carts with GPS Pinehurst experience at a great value A staple in the historic Sandhills golfing landscape, Hyland Golf Club is located on one of the highest elevations in the region and features beautiful towering pines and sparkling blue water. Hyland Golf Club features Champion Bermuda Greens, manicured conditions and a continued philosophy to provide the best customer service and golf experience in the Sandhills. Regarded by many golfers as their favorite course in the Sandhills, this Tom Jackson design is free of gimmicks and forced carries providing a most enjoyable and playable test for all. iscover one of the areas great experiences today! The Golf Course that has become known as the Friendliest course in the Pinehurst Area. Champ Middle Members Forward TEES YARDS RATING SLOPE YARDS RATING SLOPE TEES Continued philosphy to provide the BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE AND GOLF EXPERIENCE IN THE SANDHILLS Sandpiper Drive, Whispering Pines, NC Fairway Avenue, Southern Pines, NC

11 7 LAKES GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Peter Tufts III DEERCROFT GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Gardner Gidley Your first round of the day will include breakfast, lunch and one draft beer (seasonal restrictions apply). Combining this extraordinary value with the classic appeal of a Peter Tufts design, 7 Lakes Golf Club will be the highlight of your golfing holiday. 7 Lakes Golf Club has been recognized as a 4-star must play course by Golf Digest, Top 100 Course in North Carolina for 6 consecutive years, and named Golf Course of the Year 3 times by the National Golf Course Owners Association. A perennial favorite among traveling golfers, Golf Digest says you can plan your vacation around it. Deercroft Golf Club is back and better than ever! In 2011, this Sandhills original was acquired by long time PGA club professional Ted Robinson. Robinson immediately brought in one of the hottest young golf course architects in America, Kyle Franz who gained his stripes at Pacific Dunes with the Crenshaw & Coore team. The combination of Mr. Robinson s leadership and hard work done under the watchful eye of Kyle Franz has placed Deercroft at a new level. Located 18 miles south of the Village of Pinehurst, this course will certainly be worth the drive. Outstanding course conditions along with awesome customer service will make this course one that you will want to return to year after year. Golf Course of the Year in the Sandhills of NC, 2010, 2011 and 2012 // National Golf Course Owners Assoc. TEES YARDS RATING SLOPE Silver Green YARDS RATING SLOPE TEES Yellow Green Ranked #1 Friendliest Golf Staff in 2015 // Golf Advisor The best kept secret in Pinehurst. // Golf Digest Voted #13 Best Value // Golf Advisor Devonshire Avenue, Seven Lakes, NC Deercroft Drive Wagram, NC

12 WHISPERING PINES ARCHITECT// Ellis Maples FOXFIRE RESORT & GOLF CLUB ARCHITECT// Gene Hamm Two distinctly unique layouts listed in NC Golf Panel s Top 100 Golf Courses. New Champion Bermuda greens on the Pines course. Named a Must Play by PGA Professionals. All abilities appreciate these classic Ellis Maples designs. Traditional golf at it s finest! Enjoy a stroll through the longleaf pines and a golf experience that reminds you of days gone by. Foxfire has enjoyed a great heritage as one of the premier golf destinations in the Sandhills. Both the Grey and courses rely on the natural contours of the land to challenge its players with tree-lined fairways, and strategically placed bunkers. Generous bentgrass greens on the Grey Fox and New Champion Bermuda Greens on the Fox have greatly enhanced the playability and aesthetics of the courses. You will fall in love with both of the superbly conditioned Gene Hamm designed classics. We invite you to join us at Foxfire Resort & Golf Club for an incredible day of golf. PINES YARDS RATING SLOPE Silver RIVER YARDS RATING SLOPE Silver YARDS RATING SLOPE GREY FOX YARDS RATING SLOPE RED FOX Clubhouse Boulevard, Whispering Pines, NC Foxfire Boulevard, Foxfire Village, NC

13 LODGING LODGING 1675 US 1 South Southern Pines, NC Brucewood Road Southern Pines, NC Whether visiting the area for a relaxing getaway or playing one of the area s many golf courses, the Best Western can meet all of your needs. Enjoy a free hot continental breakfast, including our bake your own Belgian waffles, free high speed wireless internet access, free local calls and a late afternoon manager s reception Monday through Thursday. Let us make the difference in your visit to The Heart of Golf Country! The Residence Inn of Pinehurst/Southern Pines is the perfect choice for ALL SUITE accommodations. We offer quick access to some of the best golf courses in the world. Our spacious Two-Bedroom/Two-Bathroom Suites offer separate living and sleeping areas, a fully equipped kitchen featuring a full-size refrigerator, stove and/or cooktop, dishwasher, toaster, microwave, pots/pans and dishes. Start every day with our complimentary full, hot breakfast buffet. Complimentary Evening Social offered Monday through Wednesday includes a light fare, beer, wine and sodas. Complimentary Wi-Fi, fitness center and business center. Complimentary full access to TruFit Gym just one mile away. Walking distance to restaurants and retail. 250 Central Park Avenue Pinehurst, NC US Hwy 15/501 Pinehurst, NC The U.S. Opens were held in Pinehurst in 1999, 2005 and 2014, creating historic memories that will never leave the area. This year is your group s turn to let our all suite property set the tone to play and live like a champion. Your next retreat will be unique with our award winning hotel located in the heart of American Golf. Enjoy the full hot breakfast 7 days a week before stepping out onto the green and in the evening experience our complimentary evening social (Mon Thurs). Then end your evening of play with the day s recap in our full service lounge. All-suite hotel featuring spacious one king bed or two queen bed suites with separate areas for sleeping and relaxing. Featured amenities include a daily complimentary hot breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, hot tub, BBQ and picnic area, fitness center, as well as a putting green to provide all you need for a great getaway. The on-site 24 hour Market is stocked with beverages and snacks for your convenience. The guest rooms feature refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, wet bar, cable TV, high speed internet and daily housekeeping service. (877) Visit Us Online Golf Package Quotes Call Toll Free: (877)

14 ST E WA R T Photo courtesy of Kevin Murray Photography C A BIN NEWLY RENOVATED Stewart Cabin, the iconic and historic structure located just behind the legendary par 3, 14th hole at Tobacco Road, fully renovated and customized for the foursome seeking the ultimate foray into the Sandhills of North Carolina. The rustic comfort of this well-appointed 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cabin, full kitchen, and outside grill area is ideal for the pure golf getaway devoted to the camaraderie of the game. Mike Strantz gazed from the windows of this cabin as he crafted his masterpiece seeking to create an environment where every player could enter and be immersed in the experience. Stewart Cabin is an exclusive and unique opportunity for the players who quest for the definitive golf experience. 2 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS FULL KITCHEN The first adventurers to take the plunge set the stage for all those whose journey passes through Stewart Cabin. Golf Package Quotes Call Toll Free: (877) OUTDOOR GRILL 27

15 LODGING LODGING 155 Partner Circle Southern Pines, NC Midland Road, Southern Pines, NC When planning your trip to play the great golf courses of the Sandhills area, allow us to be your lodging option. As one of the newest hotels in the area, our clean and spacious guest rooms feature your choice of a king bed or two queen size beds, a well-lit work station with high speed wireless internet, and microwave/refrigerator. Not only are we located close to all of the golf courses, but within walking distance of several of the area s best restaurants and bars. Winner of quality excellence for 2016 // IHG Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club shines in an area rich with golf history and tradition. The Classic Georgian-style hotel and recently restored Donald Ross designed golf course opened for play in 1921, and both operate as they did the day they opened. During the summer of 2013, Kyle Franz oversaw the project that was designed to recapture the original design tenets while upgrading the turf grass with the finest grass possible. While visiting, take a stroll through golf history and enjoy the images featured along the hallways of the Mid Pines Inn. Enjoy what many call the most historic walk through golf history in the Sandhills US Highway Pinehurst, NC MANOR INN 5 Community Road Pinehurst, NC The Comfort Inn of Pinehurst is located in the heart of area golf courses and offers both standard rooms as well as two and four bedroom suites. All of our rooms have been recently renovated and include mini-refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Our guests take advantage of our fitness facility and outdoor pool. Continental breakfast served daily. The Hickory Tavern Sports Bar is conveniently located next door to the Comfort Inn. The Manor Inn is conveniently located in the Village of Pinehurst, just a short walk to shops and restaurants. Built in 1923, the intimate Manor features 42 guest rooms including suites and adjoining rooms. As with all resort accommodations, guests of The Manor enjoy access to resort restaurants, pools, spa, fitness center, golf and more. Complimentary shuttle service is provided throughout the resort. Accommodations at The Manor are available for guests playing courses No.1, No.3, No.5, No.8 and No Visit Us Online Golf Package Quotes Call Toll Free: (877)

16 LODGING GOLF CONDOS IN PINEHURST St. Andrews Drive, Pinehurst, NC These condos are conveniently located in the heart of the historic Village of Pinehurst area. Choose one of several spacious two-bedroom condos located among Pinehurst No. s 1, 3, and 5 courses that feature gaming tables, plasma tv s, four double beds, and full kitchens. No other condo or villa in the Sandhills area boasts such great amenities. The Golf Condos in Pinehurst are the best in entertainment accommodations and close to great dining and activities. Enjoy Tobacco Road with a Caddie. It s the Only Way To Go! CaddieWalk.com will continue to enhance your experience at The Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club and The Dormie Club - all located a driver away from The Home of Golf - Pinehurst Village, North Carolina. When it comes to knowing the lay of the land and the slope of the greens - CaddieWalk caddies make it happen. Log on, enjoy the walk and be happy. SWEET TEE HOME #5 Alpine Place, Pinehurst, NC The Sweet Tee Home is an ideal choice for your golf group when visiting the Village of Pinehurst Area. This well-appointed, 4-bedroom home sleeps 8 people comfortably and completes the lodging portion of the perfect golf trip. Enjoy the view overlooking the 4th fairway of Pinehurst #5, while grilling on the patio and watching sports on 50 plasma televisions in both living areas. At just a few dollars more per night than a hotel stay, enjoy the comforts of home. Inquire about the Sweet Tee Home for your next trip! Interested in becoming a Caddie? Visit CaddieWalk.com Golf Package Quotes Call Toll Free: (877)

17 AS TIMELESS AS THE GAME THAT INSPIRED IT. Beneath the towering longleaf pines in the heart of North Carolina is a place where golf is much more than a game, it s a way of life. A place with more courses than days of the week. And more championships than anywhere in America. The place is Pinehurst. And it s waiting for you. Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina pinehurst.com