Best golf communities
near Atlanta, GA.

PGA TOUR affiliated; most prestigious private club in Atlanta

TPC Sugarloaf is the crown jewel of Atlanta private golf. The 1,200-acre gated community is anchored by a 27-hole championship course designed by Greg Norman and affiliated with the PGA TOUR. The 60,000-square-foot Antebellum-inspired clubhouse, seven-acre Lifestyle Center with a nationally recognized racquets center, resort-style aquatics with three pools, and a 10-acre practice facility make this one of the most prestigious golf communities in the Southeast. Located 14 miles south of Chateau Elan via I-85, approximately 20 minutes, TPC Sugarloaf appeals to buyers seeking the highest tier of private club exclusivity.

Fazio-designed course in a serene, wooded setting

The River Club is a premier golf community in Suwanee featuring a championship course designed by Tom Fazio. Known for luxury homes with stunning course views and meticulous attention to design detail, The River Club offers an elevated private golf experience. The community includes a refined clubhouse, practice facilities, and a lifestyle centered around world-class golf in a serene, wooded setting. Located approximately 20 miles from Chateau Elan via I-85, about 28 minutes, The River Club draws buyers who prioritize course design and natural beauty.

Nicklaus-designed course in one of Atlanta's most desirable corridors

Country Club of the South is an upscale community in the Johns Creek and Alpharetta area featuring a Jack Nicklaus-designed championship course. Known for its full suite of amenities including tennis, swimming, dining, and social programming, Country Club of the South draws families and professionals who want a classic country club experience in one of metro Atlanta's most desirable corridors. Located approximately 18 miles from Chateau Elan, about 25 minutes, it offers strong schools and proximity to Alpharetta's dining and shopping scene.

Beautiful landscaping and vibrant club culture

St. Ives is a prestigious Johns Creek community built around a championship course with beautiful landscaping and pristine conditioning. St. Ives is known for its excellent dining and social amenities, which foster a vibrant club culture beyond golf. The course features generous fairways, strategic water hazards, and meticulously maintained greens, making it a favorite among discerning golfers in the North Atlanta area. Located approximately 15 miles from Chateau Elan, about 22 minutes, St. Ives benefits from Johns Creek's top-rated schools and suburban convenience.

Resort-style amenities with waterpark and active new construction

Reunion is a resort-style master-planned community anchored by a championship Mike Riley course. Known for fantastic swim, tennis, pickleball, and golf lifestyle amenities, Reunion is popular with families and active adults. Beyond golf, the community offers a waterpark, swimming pool, racquet club, fitness center, and gathering hall. With active new construction and convenient I-85 access, it is one of the most complete lifestyle communities near Chateau Elan. Located just 8 miles east, about 12 minutes, Reunion offers a lower entry price point with strong amenities.

Strong community at a compelling value

Traditions of Braselton is a master-planned golf community centered on a private 18-hole championship course designed by Mike Dasher. The course plays through rolling, tree-lined terrain with a target-style layout spanning approximately 6,876 yards. The community also features a clubhouse with the Twenty7 restaurant, a junior Olympic swimming pool with waterslide, a 24-hour fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and walking trails. Traditions offers a strong sense of community at a compelling value point relative to Chateau Elan. Located approximately 10 miles away, about 15 minutes.

Private club with strong executive following

Hamilton Mill is a well-established private golf community in Dacula with a classic course layout and a loyal membership base. Popular with executives commuting to Atlanta, Hamilton Mill offers a strong club atmosphere with a full-service clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, and well-maintained fairways. The community draws residents who want a private golf lifestyle with easy access to I-85 and the broader Northeast Atlanta corridor. Located approximately 10 miles from Chateau Elan, about 15 minutes.

Same architect as Chateau Elan at a lower price point

The Georgia Club features a 27-hole championship layout designed by Denis Griffiths, the same architect behind Chateau Elan's courses. The Chancellor's Course consists of three nine-hole loops, each offering a distinct character. The community includes a grand clubhouse popular for weddings and events, a fitness center, tennis courts, and a range of housing from new-classical to custom-built homes. Strategically positioned between Atlanta and Athens, it appeals to commuters seeking country club living with easy access to both cities. Located approximately 22 miles away, about 30 minutes.

Scottish links-inspired with lake views

Royal Lakes is a Scottish links-inspired community set on 150 to 200 acres featuring an 18-hole course designed by Arthur L. Davis. The layout includes plush Bermuda grass, rolling greens, and over 19 acres of lakes and streams that create strategic challenges throughout the round. The club offers three dining options, tennis courts, a swimming pool, and hosts community events and weddings. Located approximately 18 miles from Chateau Elan, about 25 minutes, Royal Lakes offers an accessible entry into golf community living.

Riverside setting with semi-private access

Set along the banks of the Apalachee River, the Trophy Club of Apalachee features an 18-hole, par-71 layout designed by Bill Bergin and Steve Melnyk. The course winds through heavily wooded, rolling terrain with narrow Bermuda grass fairways, significant elevation changes, and Champion Bermuda greens. The surrounding Apalachee Farms community offers a clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and fitness facilities. Located approximately 10 miles from Chateau Elan, about 15 minutes.