Just outside of Augusta, nestled amongst tall pines by the Savannah River in Evans, Georgia, is a golf-lover’s dream retreat. Champions Retreat, that is. This revered private golf club, can be found in a gated community located deep within Columbia County’s most popular growing neighborhood – Riverwood Plantation. Just 20 minutes from the legendary Augusta National Golf Club, home of the Masters Tournament held every spring, Champions Retreat is the epitome of Southern Hospitality meets golf course living. The only club in the world featuring three individually designed courses by Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus, Champions Retreat has all the features and amenities you could want in a place to call home.
Enjoyed as either a temporary getaway or a permanent residence, this relaxing escape is a golf cart community (no joke- you can drive your golf cart anywhere and the restaurants have parking spaces for golf carts), with close proximity to downtown Augusta, less than 10 minutes from Clark Hill Lake, and plenty of green spaces throughout. And don't forget fine dining. Behind the gate you will find the exclusive Grille House and Bluff Overlook Sports Bar restaurants, neither open to the public, both with chefs from esteemed kitchens around the country.
In a recent press release, Champions Retreat announced that it will open its gates to the public during Masters Week this year. From April 4 - 11, 2016, the private retreat will offer: signature golf on courses designed by the three legendary champions, accommodations in luxury rental homes, events including an Oyster Roast and a “Pig Pickin’ – Southern Pig Roast” with live musical guests, special Southern soirees in the newly opened Party Barn and gracious hospitality delivered with warm hearts and a genuine smile.
As a homeowner in Champions Retreat, you have the luxury of utilizing all the features and benefits of this private golf club year-round. Another added perk is that many residents will rent out their homes during the week of the Masters Tournament for upwards of $20,000 for the week!
There are two main neighborhoods behind the gate: Bishops Court and Founders Village, the latter of which backs up to portions of the golf course. Homes range from 2,200 to 6,000 square feet and can be found on lots 0.3 to 1+ acres. Many of the homes in these neighborhoods are custom builds, but occasionally you can find a home that’s ready for you to move in immediately.
Once such home is 756 Bishops Circle, just constructed in 2015 by First Choice Home Builders. This beautiful estate is nestled on 0.43 acres behind the gate of Champions Retreat. It features 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom & 4,573 square feet of luxurious living space. Beautiful exterior highlights include: Hardie plank and brick, covered front & back porches with stamped concrete pads, stained bead board ceilings, wrought iron spindles, a rear patio with outdoor fireplace (perfect for entertaining), and a triple car garage all on a spacious secluded lot.
Stunning interior features include: Heart of Pine hardwood flooring, extensive millwork, crown molding, recessed lighting, coffered ceilings, chair railing, built-in cabinets, ceiling fans, ceramic tile in all bathrooms, granite countertops, commercial stainless steel kitchen appliances, bar seating, a breakfast nook, old world cabinetry, walk-in closets, a separate laundry room with ceramic tile floor, ceramic tile showers, owner's suite and 2 bedrooms on the main level, and 3 bedrooms plus a bonus room on the upper level. No stone has been left unturned!
To schedule a viewing of this home, please contact Greg Oldham at 706.877.4000
Whether you purchase an already existing home or you choose to build a custom home on an available lot, there's no denying the appeal of spending your days in luxury, soaking up the sun behind the gates of one of the South's premier golf communities- Champions Retreat.
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First Choice Home Builders is a local homebuilder in the Columbia County and Greater Augusta, GA area specializing in custom, semi-custom, and build-on-your-lot homes. Currently the company is building homes in the Riverwood Plantation, Whispering Pines, and Rhodes Farm Master Planned Communities. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Houzz to see current projects.
