For the first time since 1927, limited public play will be available on the Thomas Winton-designed golf course in Hopewell, N.J. Mike Attara, Rich Rutzler, and a small group of investors purchased the property, which reopened this week with improvements planned for the golf course, pool, dining, and event facilities.
The Hopewell (N.J.) Valley Golf & Country Club reopened this week, and for the first time since 1927, its members are welcoming limited public play, the Princeton (N.J.) Packet reported.
Developed as a private and secluded golf club for members, the Thomas Winton-designed championship course and club today provides a casual family atmosphere, the Packet reported.
“The response to the new club has been outstanding from golfers and families in the region,” said Mike Attara, president of Spirit Golf Management LLC, and the club’s new General Manager and CEO. “We are getting calls from members and prospective players who are chomping at the bit to get on the course and are excited to learn about all the improvements planned for the course, pool and clubhouse dining and event facilities.”
One of the first things members and guests notice is the addition of a full-size sculpture of a horse, Baron Dillon, on the circle outside of the clubhouse. This is a nod to the property’s 19th-century history as a horse farm with Baron Dillon being the most prominent and successful sire, the Packet reported.
Packages and pricing for several types of membership are available to fit every age group and lifestyle. Full, senior, young professional and student memberships are available, as well as sports memberships for tennis, paddle tennis and pool in various combinations. A trial membership to play the course and use the facilities is available for $700, in addition to limited public play opportunities, the Packet reported.
Hopewell Valley offers league play for men, women and juniors; and summer camps and clinics for children, the Packet reported.
“I can’t begin to tell you how excited I am to be a part of the ‘new’ Hopewell Valley Golf & Country Club,” said golf pro P.J. Ulanich, PGA. “With some very nice upgrades to the facility already in the works and a solid plan for the club going forward, the future looks extremely bright.”
Members and guests will enjoy an epicurean experience at the Baron Dillon Grille and private dining in the clubhouse. John Goeke, COO and Hopewell Valley partner, a graduate of the Johnson and Wales University in hospitality management, is responsible for overseeing and creating the food and beverage ambience of the club, the Packet reported.
As a longtime colleague, Rich Rutzler, commercial artist and owner of Future Signs in Hamilton, joined Attara in the purchase of the club, along with a small group of investors, the Packet reported. “Both John and Rich are well respected in their industries and they will be tremendous assets to the Hopewell Valley club as we build a new future,” said Attara.
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