The Village of Pinehurst – The First Golf Community in the United States

Yes, you can escape the malls, the traffic and the crowds. Step back in time and treat yourself and your family to a visit to the Village of Pinehurst – the charming 1895 New England village designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, designer of New York City's Central Park. Olmsted was busy guy – creating designs during the same era for the United States Capital grounds, Biltmore, and New York City’s Central Park to name but a few. But Pinehurst was his gem.

Using winter blooming camellias amongst the evergreen native hollies and towering long leaf pines, Olmsted and owner/visionary James Walker Tufts created the ultimate resort destination for wealthy New Englanders. Concurrently, golf was making its way into American life. Not one to miss an opportunity when he saw it, Tufts hired Scotsman, Donald Ross, to turn the denuded wastelands he had purchased in North Carolina’s Sandhills into a golfing Mecca.

And so it remains today, the pure golfers Valhalla.

But, there is more to be discovered here than the “frozen in time” Village of Pinehurst. There is the modern world-class Pinehurst Resort with its venerable (and newly remodeled) Carolina Hotel and vast luxury complex including a stunning Spa.

But what visitors recall most is the unique Pinehurst experience – a place steeped in history, tradition, charm – exuding all the color and excitement to make this travel experience a cherished memory for years to come. The Village of Pinehurst is listed as a National Historic Landmark and offers comfortable accommodations, unique dining experiences, romance, warmth, friendly sophistication and all the shopping, culture and recreation you require – in one easy to reach North Carolina destination.

Experience what savvy travelers have already discovered and why they return year after year. The Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina is unique. Seemingly suspended in time. Many of the historic buildings contain quaint shops and boutiques filled with unique treasures – from North Carolina and around the world -- including fashion, antiques, pottery, art, collectibles and more. Pinehurst dining experiences are unforgettable, ranging from the open-air cafes to gourmet cuisine. Local pubs feature live entertainment. Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the village and wooded lanes.

Pinehurst is a leisurely drive from Raleigh/Durham, Charlotte, Greensboro and Fayetteville, Wilmington and beyond.  Whether you want a romantic getaway – or that memory making event you can talk about with your family for years to come – this year make it a Pinehurst, North Carolina experience.

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