Living the Golf Life
For some people, there's only one place worth living... no, not a particular town, or state, or even country. It's more specific than that. For them, a home among the rolling hills, manicured greens, and scenic water obstacles of a great golf course is the only way to live.
Which brings many of them here, to Myrtle Beach. There are few places on earth that have the sheer number of courses that Myrtle Beach hosts, or courses of such enduring quality. The Grand Strand is famous for golf, and becoming just as famous for life lived among the greens.
The Grand Strand is famous for golf, and becoming just as famous for life lived among the greens.
One example of how this is being done is provided by Fairway Oaks, a maintenance-free townhome community alongside the prestigious Surf Golf Club. Fairway Oaks was designed to fit into the South Carolina landscape, to take advantage of the live oaks and other native vegetation while still building comfort and even luxury into its homes and homesites. Located in North Myrtle Beach.
Just to the north of Myrtle Beach, in Little River, Village at the Glens offers something unique- the chance to live in a luxury golf community that is designed to resemble a south Scottish village. A village, though, with all the amenities of a small city!
Located on Heather Glen golf course, a multiple award-winner, Village at the Glens has all the features you'd expect from genteel golf course living... swimming pools, practice greens, membership at both the Heather Glens and Glen Dornoch courses, and discounts at the pro shop and area restaurants.
No discussion of golf communities in Myrtle Beach would be complete with mentioning Tidewater Golf Club & Plantation. Ranked by Golf Digest as the "Best New Public Golf Course in America" when it opened in 1990, Tidewater is just as highly regarded today. This is one of the country's- the world's- best courses, and it shows through in every respect. Not only is this a challenging course, but it is designed to be one of the most visually exciting.
The homes at Tidewater are just as amazing as the course itself. A complete master plan has resulted in several distinct neighborhoods within Tidewater. These neighborhoods each cater to differing homeowner needs and desires. Waterfront to right on the course, there's something for everyone.
If you're looking for a large, spacious home perfect for entertaining or raising a family, then Tidewater's Plantation Homes will definitely interest you. Set on densely wooded lots, these homes range in size from 1,900 to 3,000 square feet and have beautiful views of the fairway..
If it's something smaller and more maintainable you're searching for, then the Courtyard Village might be more to your taste. Built among freshwater lakes and the course, these single family homes are spacious without requiring the maintenance of larger homes.
The Bluffs are easily Tidewater's most spectacularly located neighborhood. Single-family homes overlooking forests, salt marshes, the Atlantic Ocean, and the course, this neighborhood has a private, gated entrance and amenity area exclusive to Bluff's homeowners. These awesome homes, ranging from 1,800 to 3,500 square feet, are just as beautiful as the views they command.
Harborloft, along the Intercoastal Waterway and within the course, features elevated single-family homes with private docks. Lighthouse Village is an homage to Low Country living, with Charleston-style homes with wide, homey porches. Courtyard Park is a contemporary, private enclave with 1,200 to 1,700+ square feet.
The Litchfield Company offers another outstanding example of golf course neighborhoods with a Low Country accent. Litchfield has neighborhoods that are By the River, By the Sea, and On the Links.
If you're looking for a comfortable, sociable neighborhood with easy access to great golf, Litchfield's The Tradition just might be right for you. The homes are of quality contemporary design and construction, and are close to both golfing and the beach.
Allston Point features garden homes overlooking the lake and Willbrook Plantation's 11th hole fairway. If your tastes run to a more private, secluded environment, Allston Point might top your list. Surrounded by protected conservation areas, Allston Point is like living in the area a hundred years ago- well, except for all the modern amenities!
The Ricefields neighborhood offers beautiful scenery, a community swim club, walking trails, and golf privileges at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club. Designed from a carefully considered master plan, Ricefields is a community with plenty to offer.
As these examples show, Myrtle Beach is for
golfers not only one of the greatest places on earth
for a round of golf-
it's also the perfect spot to call home! 
