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TwinEagles On Florida’s west coast, two great courses and a commitment to high standards are supported by savvy economics
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winEagles—the wonderful and welcoming golf community on Florida’s
In the last three years, one of the two golf courses was redesigned from first tee to final green, while the
West Coast—gives proof to the old
other was rejuvenated with a hefty helping of tender
adage that the three most important
loving care. An all-new fitness center and swimming
considerations when buying real
pool recently opened, as did an indoor/outdoor Chickee
estate are location, location, and location. Specifically: —Location #1. TwinEagles is just half an hour from
downtown Naples, a growing city with great restau-
bar that is the perfect after-round watering hole. Chas Tatigian, master of the club’s dining room, was named Chef of the Year by the local chapter of the American
rants, culture, shopping, and miles of beaches along the
Culinary Federation. And the club entranceway was
beautiful Gulf of Mexico.
reconceived as an inviting panorama of lakes, fountains,
—Location #2: TwinEagles’ 1,115 acres show off nature’s bounty in all its glory, from abundant wildlife to lush tropical vegetation. —Location #3: TwinEagles boasts two outstanding golf courses, which have hosted both the LPGA and Champions Tours’ finest. But perhaps what is most impressive about the community is its unwillingness to rest on its laurels. The Ronto Group, which oversees operations, makes sure that TwinEagles consistently lives up to its residents’ needs and expectations by providing the ultimate in residential and golf experiences with timely and intelligent upgrades and additions.
bridges, and decorative plantings. But one crucial element of TwinEagles’ success has not changed: Its commitment to economic stability,
ABOVE: Talon Course: 16th hole, 162 yards BELOW: New club entranceway
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ally known builders. Production and custom homes range from the mid-$200,000s to more than $2 million, assuring there is something for everyone and every taste. One attribute residents all agree on is the richness of the golf, on two courses gaining in international recognition. The Talon Course—one of the first collaborations between Jack Nicklaus and son Jackie—is as sharp as its name, stretching to nearly 7,200 yards from the way-back Nicklaus tees but no less challenging from four other markers. A modern course in both design and temperament, Talon has comfortably wide ABOVE and RIGHT: The decorative plantings and flowering arch are all part of the new club entranceway. BELOW: Eagle Course: 2nd hole, 605 yards
achieved by tying club member-
fairways but puts a premium
ship to home ownership.
on precise shot placement.
Besides ensuring a strong bal-
The gentle mounding that
ance sheet now and into the
characterizes many holes gives
future, it keeps club dues low
Talon definition while also hid-
($10,000 a year) and eliminates
ing hazards from view.
the need for initiation fees.
A favorite with club mem-
There are a dozen neighbor-
bers, Talon also is one of the
hoods within TwinEagles, each
most popular courses on the
with a distinct personality and
Champions Tour, which
offering home-design options
comes each year for the ACE
from a selection of elite, nation-
GROUP Classic. Just like the
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locals, the pros have to work hard to score well, especially over one of the toughest finishing stretches on the senior circuit.
While Talon has long been the community’s stan-
ABOVE: Talon Course: 2nd hole, 207 yards
dard-bearer, it’s having to fight for attention with the new Eagle course, which architect Steve Smyers built on the site of an earlier 18. The 2012 host of the LPGA’s season-ending CME Group Titleholders event—and winner of the American Society of Golf Course Architects’ first Design Excellence Award—Eagle is a hole-by-hole golf-history lesson featuring classic design elements like square-edged greens, Redan- and Capeshaped holes, and hidden secrets that reveal themselves only after multiple funfilled rounds. It’s hard to walk off the Eagle without a smile—and a heightened appreciation for Golden Age architecture.
TwinEagles 11725 Twineagles Blvd. Naples, Fla. 34120 TwinEagles.com 239.354.1700
The Talon-Eagle twosome mirror the perfectly married elements of modern and traditional found throughout TwinEagles. Homes incorporate the latest construction features while interacting comfortably with the environment. The club is expertly run in an understated manner. Every new improvement must enhance long-term enjoyment while enriching the owners’ investment. Which is why when it comes to location, TwinEagles is the place to land.
THE TALON PAR: 72 YARDAGE: 7,193 YEAR FOUNDED: 1999 ARCHITECTS:
Jack Nicklaus/ Jack Nicklaus II
THE EAGLE PAR: 71 YARDAGE: 7,634 YEAR FOUNDED: 2012 ARCHITECTS:
Steve Smyers/ Patrick Andrews
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TWINEAGLES 11725 Twineagles Blvd. Naples, Fla. 34120 TwinEagles.com 239.354.1700
Eagle Course: 16th hole, 309 yards