In 1902, it took a streetcar route and the literal carving of a road up to a remote hilltop bluff to make the Country Club of Little Rock a reality. The surrounding neighborhood that began to emerge would become known as one of the most well known and prestigious in Arkansas. The founding of the Club, its rich history and the development of Pulaski Heights truly go hand in hand.
Indoor and outdoor tennis facilities, a state of the art fitness center, resort style pool pavilion, several world class dining venues and a professional and courteous Member services staff, all assure that The Country Club of Little Rock remains our member's destination of choice for all of their dining, social, and entertainment activities
The Country Club of Little Rock is located in the historic Pulaski Heights neighborhood overlooking the Arkansas River Valley and downtown skyline. Noted as one of the premier clubs of the south, the Country Club of Little Rock is a full service club, committed to providing our Members with the finest club lifestyle, amenities and service.
One Past President summed it up best when recalling, after all these years, “I still get a thrill when I look back at downtown Little Rock from our perch on the hill. Our founders picked a magical site.”
The New “Commons at CCLR” will feature a third floor fitness and wellness center that will rival any in the region. The main level will feature a coffee and smoothie bar, artisan bakeshop and an amazing poolside café and bar with stunning views of the pool pavilion, golf course, and Arkansas river bluffs. This dining venue is designed to function both as an open air or conditioned air dining room, extending our season for this space to nine months with spectacular views.
Though the past few years have been difficult on the Club Industry, CCLR has been nothing but successful in keeping its facilities open and in pristine shape for its members.
With the club’s lower level renovation now complete and a 20,000 square foot addition soon to be completed in October 2022, the club is well positioned to provide the utmost in hospitality, service, and amenities to our membership of 1,000 families.
Coming in at just over a century old, the Country Club of Little Rock has a unique and extensive history. What began as one of the first Golf Courses in the state has now become a staple course for those living down the street and even those across the country
Listed as one of the premier private country clubs in the South and one of the oldest west of the Mississippi, the Country Club of Little Rock was founded in 1092 on a wonderful vision which began as a dream of a Private Golf Club for the City of Little Rock and has evolved into a staple of Hospitality in its community.
The basement area will feature a family & teen center overlooking the course and featuring easy access to our newly renovated Mixed Grill and Pool Pavilion. Gaming systems, vintage arcade games, pool tables, ping pong, and shuffle board/bowling tables represent only some of what activities will be available to entertain our next generation of legacy members
This year, the Course will host its 98th Annual Four Ball Invitational Golf Tournament. Members from all over the United States put this event on their Calendar in advance, as it is revered throughout the Golf Community as one of the “best of the best”. As it may, this coming tournament, in line with most of those in the past, has an extensive waiting list.
This tournament, the club facilities and gracious southern hospitality as put forth by the incredible membership and staff at the Country Club of Little Rock, speaks for itself in terms of a truly recognized and admired club.
The Country Club of Little Rock is the proud home of 13 Tennis Courts (two of which are converted into indoor courts for the winter months). A recent expansion has allowed for the addition of 4 Pickleball courts, which have been a huge hit throughout the membership.
Alongside an impressive Golf Course, the Country Club of Little Rock has an incredible Tennis Facility, an updated Pool & Cafe, a spacious Fitness Center, and Dining Rooms for every occasion!
Equipped with a tanning deck, splash pad, and full-service Poolside Cafe, the ResortStyle Pool is without a doubt one of the most sought-after facilities at the Country Club of Little Rock. From Memorial Day through Labor Day Weekend, the CCLR Pool hosts summer fun and events that members don't want to miss!
One facility at the Country Club of Little Rock that Members always find time for is the Fitness Center Our Fitness Center has trained professionals on site whenever needed to provide guidance and keep everyone on track with their individual fitness goals!
Excellence in dining is a Country Club of Little Rock tradition. Our valued membership community enjoys an exclusive dining experience with stunning views of the Downtown Skyline and the Arkansas River Valley in the Terrace Room and the President's Dining Room. The Mixed Grill is a hub of activity and the casual atmosphere is ideal for the entire family Seasonally-inspired menus combined with incomparable service make these our members' destination of choice for an evening of fine dining.
The club is proud to boast a roster of very talented service professionals within all areas of the operation, many of these employees have been a part of our member services team for 20 years or more with several more having contributed to our success for over a decade
At the Country Club of Little Rock, we are committed to providing our Members and their families with a premier private club experience, in a setting of traditional elegance and gracious southern hospitality, made possible by a well trained, professional and courteous staff.
“We are THE Country Club of Little Rock. If you’re not going to leave here proud, you may as well leave now!”
The first thing our staff sees when they clock in for their shifts each day is a large sign above the door that reads:
This rings true for each and every member of the CCLR team. A proud staff makes for a proud membership, and that is evident on the smiles of team members and club members alike
The Board provides consistent oversight, validation, advice, and consent while allowing the Club's Chief Executive the freedom and ability to effectively manage the club, preserve its culture and plan for a future that will benefit the members, now and for many years to come.
The Board remains fully engaged with strategically planning for the club's future in a fiscally responsible manner Working in concert with the Chief Executive, All Capital Projects over the past 10 years, and into the future, have been funded based on cash flow, rather than Member Assessments. The Club remains debt free and positioned for success well into the future, with a full slate of capital improvements set to take place
Behind the scenes of CCLR, the Board of Governors is responsible for working in tandem with the Club's Chief Executive (CCE), making sure that Members are happy, active, and engaged throughout their time as members of the club.
CCLR boasts a large roster of heavily active past presidents
Blaine Burgess, CCM, CCE, General Manager/COO of The Country Club of Little Rock, has been with CCLR since 2008. Outside of Club Executive Management, Blaine is also a well rounded and classically trained chef who has made his mark on this club and its membership as a whole. Through his easy-to-like personality and his entrepreneurial approach to club management, Blaine has been successful in increasing new member enrollment, retention, and engagement, while transforming the club into a true "Family Centric" destination focused on maintaining an extraordinary quality of life for our members.
It means a gracious willingness to serve in the truest southern tradition, cultivating relationships while displaying adaptability to the needs of our members, and a passion for sparking memories in our members that last a lifetime!
At the Country Club of Little Rock, our members are at the core of everything we do. The smiles on their faces are why we get up every morning and strive to be at the top of our game. To us, Hospitality means more than its definition of "relationship between guest and host".
Whether it is preparing for the changes and challenges forthcoming in a new decade, economic uncertainties, or a large-scale renovation project, the Hospitality Industry is always changing and evolving, which brings a need for adaptability and transparency in every day life for our members. This type of challenge, during a time of significant change, is something that the Country Club of Little Rock is comfortable and familiar with.
The Country Club of Little RockA Golf Course, A Dining Facility, A Tennis Utopia! Fitness Centers, Luxury Pools, Friendly Staff, and above all else, an experience and memory that will last a lifetime.