Owner of Windermere CC wants to turn the 155-acre property into single-family homes, but Orange County owns the development rights. He has argued the county’s refusal to surrender the development rights has reduced the property’s value by $19 million.
Laurel Oak CC Selects Hampton Golf as Management Firm
The Sarasota, Fla. property has two championship golf courses, designed by Gary Player and Rees Jones, and a 45,000-sq. ft. clubhouse that was recently renovated completely, inside and out, through an eight-month project.
Hampton Golf Plans Improvements for MetroWest GC
The Jacksonville, Fla.-based management firm has taken over the 220-acre Orlando, Fla., property and plans to update the aesthetics and menu at Westerly’s Restaurant, and to improve turf health on the golf course. The ongoing improvements are expected to be complete within four to five months.
Florida, Virginia Golf Properties Under New Ownership
Randy Frankel, who is also partner/owner of the Tampa Bay Rays baseball team, has acquired The Plantation Golf & Country Club in Fort Myers, Fla., in partnership with MG Orender and Hampton Golf. Kenneth Bradley, the owner of a local dump truck business, bought Waynesboro (Va.) Country Club for $891,000 at a foreclosure auction, saying it is “a good possibility” that the club would stay open for golfing and other activities.
Mill Cove GC Purchased, Closed Until Next Summer
Hampton Golf bought a lease on the Jacksonville, Fla., property with the approval of the Airport Authority, and the course will remain closed until summer 2014 for extensive replanting and renovations. Hampton Golf will start with a $1 million commitment to renovate the course, which will be rent-free for seven of the 10-year lease if revenue is less than $1.2 million per year.
The GC at Summerbrooke Closes
The Tallahassee, Fla., property closed July 22, after the owner notified members that he could no longer afford its current $27,000 a month deficit. The club has lost money every year since Reagan Hobbs bought it in 2003, but he is searching for solutions to reopen the property, including potential deals with the Summerbrooke Property Owners Association.
Anthony Baur Named as Golf Course Superintendent at Selva Marina CC
Baur’s diverse expertise will contribute significantly to the continued revitalization of the club and course.
Chris Ruggiero Named Lifestyle Director at Selva Marina CC
In the new role, she will be in charge of expanding the club’s events program, including its popular summer camp.
Hampton Golf Announces Membership Surge at Selva Marina CC
Selva Marina has welcomed more than 100 new members to its family-friendly community.
Jamie Selby Named General Manager at Oldfield Club
Previously, Selby held the same position at DeBary G&CC.
Hampton Golf Selected to Manage Golf Course at Victoria Hills GC
Jacksonville, Fla.-based Hampton Golf has been selected to manage the golf course and restaurant at Victoria Hills Golf Club, a public golf course located in Victoria Park, a DeLand, Fla., master-planned community owned by an affiliate of Kolter Land Partners. Under the contract, Hampton Golf will manage all components of the club, including golf…
PulteGroup, Inc. Selects Hampton Golf to Manage Three Courses in South Florida
The South Florida operations of PulteGroup, Inc. has awarded Hampton Golf the contract to manage three of its community golf courses and amenities in Southwest Florida. The communities include The Plantation Golf & Country Club in Ft. Myers, The Golf Lodge at The Quarry in Naples, and Riverwood Golf Club in Port Charlotte. Under the…
Oldfield Club Under New Ownership and Management
SF Capital, a private company based in Alpharetta, Ga, has purchased Oldfield Club, a private community in Okatie, S.C. After purchasing the club from Crescent Resources LLC in October, SF Capital selected Hampton Golf to manage the golf course and facilities at Oldfield Club. Under the management contract, Hampton Golf will add approximately 65…
Hampton Golf to Manage Selva Marina CC
Jacksonville, Fla.-based Hampton Golf has been selected to provide management services and reenergize Selva Marina Country Club in Atlantic Beach, Fla. Under the contract, Hampton Golf will make improvements to the club’s existing facilities and will manage all components of the club, including golf, tennis, aquatics, food and beverage, catering, maintenance and customer service. …
Hernando Oaks GC Selects Hampton Golf
Hampton Golf, Jacksonville, Fla., has been selected to manage the golf course and club facilities at Hernando Oaks in Brooksville, Fla., just north of Tampa Bay. The agreement will add approximately 40 new team members to the Hampton Golf Team. Under the management agreement, Hampton Golf is responsible for the club’s golf and hospitality needs,…