Pinehurst Village : North carolina

Pinehurst Village is a popular and growing community of just under 15,000 in south central North Carolina, 75 miles east of Charlotte. This classic village is set in a serene and beautiful forest. The Pinehurst Resort is located within the village. The resort is so low-key and private that you could drive by the entrance to the town and not realize that you were there. The community was founded by James Walker Tufts in 1895 with the goal of being a healthful retreat. Famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted assisted in the design. Then the golf followed. The U.S.(golf) Open Tournament is held here periodically at the famed Pinehurst #2 course. Payne Stuart won here shortly before his tragic death – a statue on the course commemorates that exciting victory. The village is self-contained with an elegant but small downtown. A number of small hotels and B & B’s offer luxurious accommodations.

Pinehurst is located in Moore County. (for more details see Pinehurst Resort). For a list of profiles on over 900 cities and towns go to retirement communities

Owning a lot in the village normally gives one the privilege of joining the Pinehurst Golf Club. The village and the resort within it tend to be quite exclusive. Surrounding communities have sought to capture some of Pinehurst’s cachet with “piney-sounding” names like Southern Pines, Whispering Pines, etc. Many of these communities are exclusive; some offer a budget version of the golf community. Single family homes are the predominant form of housing.
Homes are available in a variety of price ranges. According to Zillow, the median home value in Pinehurst was $311,392 in early 2021. Prices can vary depending on size of home. Communities near Pinehurst, such as Southern Pines, will be less expensive.

Classic and legendary village and golf course. National landmark status for its role in national golf history. Quiet and understated. The resort offers 9 golf courses, including famous Pinehurst #2. 43 golf courses within 15 miles. Traditional and charming downtown. Huge clubhouse with restaurant, plus many nice B & Bs and restaurants.

The community has many traditions and might seem too conservative or waspy for some people. Reflecting its exclusivity, it tends to be more expensive than surrounding communities. It is far from larger cities.

Pinehurst Village has just under 15,000 residents. Many of the people here are affluent and very interested in golf.

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