The Club at Longview

For me, it’s a privilege to be able to even enter the gates. I attend my karate class on Wednesday nights and enjoy teaching students and taking my own advanced type training. I have to miss occasionally but I still work on my homework. Granted, would love to live there and take advantage of everything they have - but I will take a guess it’s not in the cards and that is ok.

As far as residential country clubs go, this one is pretty good. The clubhouse and homes certainly wow and then some. The Nicklaus design certainly has some high spots and features a dramatic finisher adjacent to the pond and in front of the clubhouse. Great shape even coming out of dormancy when we played. If invited, it’s certainly worth a spin!

The Club at Longview in Waxhaw, NC was the vision of real estate developer Mel Graham. The property’s history dates back to the 1800s when it was first known as The Longview Black Jack Farm. In 1953, Graham's father acquired a small piece of the property as an annex of the Graham Dairy Farm. Many years later, whenever a piece of land adjacent to what his father owned became available, Mel purchased it. Eventually, he had amassed over 1,000 acres. Fast forward to 2001. Mel’s vision for The Club at Longview is put in motion. When world-renowned golf course designer Jack Nicklaus paid a visit, he studied the gently rolling hills with its pines and hardwoods, creeks, ponds, and nature preserves. He told Mel Graham that this land was always meant to be the home of a great golf course. Two years later, on October 20, 2003, their visions came to fruition and The Club at Longview officially opened! The Rev. Billy Graham performed the dedication service alongside his nephew Mel and Mr. Nicklaus.The golf course features several tree-lined fairways, an abundance of water hazards, rolling hills, and subtle elevation changes that will have you thinking about club selection. There are no tee times at Longview, playing a round of golf is as simple as showing up with your clubs. In addition to 18 holes of Jack Nicklaus Signature golf, there’s a generous practice area located near the Clubhouse that features a full-length driving range, three separate putting and chipping surfaces, and on-site professional instruction. There’s talk of turning one of the out-buildings adjacent to the driving range into an indoor club-fitting studio complete with a Trackman simulator. Longview provides its golf members with everything they need to enhance and develop their game. Lessons are available from Longview’s staff of golf professionals for all Members regardless of skill level and can take place on either the practice areas or the golf course. They can also help with one-on-one golf club fittings for any club in your bag. One of Longview’s most popular amenities is the pool. It’s not uncommon to see families enjoying the family pool with water fountains and sprays, an infant pool, and a toddler pool. There’s also an adult pool with lap lanes and a jacuzzi tub. In the event you work up an appetite, you can enjoy full-service poolside dining. Dining is always a consideration when considering a new club and The Club at Longview offers members a variety of dining options. Regardless of the venue you choose, the Chef and his staff take advantage of locally sourced fresh ingredients. Dishes you won’t find at too many clubs include Bacon, Jalapeno, and Cheddar Hushpuppies, and Ragin’ Cajun Chicken Pasta. No matter what you order, you’re sure to enjoy it! No amenity at Longview is more coveted than their Youth Lodge. Not only does it give mom and dad the opportunity for some quality time, but the kids enjoy themselves. The Youth Lodge takes up the entire upper level of the Activity Center and is 100% for the kids with age-appropriate play areas, a movie theater, arts and crafts areas, game tables, and more. With scheduled events, Mom and Dad can make plans ahead of time. In 2021, Mel Graham decided to sell the Club, and Concert Golf Partners was chosen as the long-term successor. Concert Golf plans to invest several million dollars into upgrades of the 25,000-square-foot main clubhouse and the 10,000-square-foot activity center. Concert Golf has already put roughly $3M in capital improvements into the property and more are underway. Recently completed projects include the expansion of the outdoor patio, a new pool pavilion, and a new turn house. Currently under construction are a new golf pro shop and a new Member bar and lounge.

My mom had her wedding her a few weeks ago. The staff here is phenomenal. They assisted me in planning out decor, table placement and food. Tyler is the best guy. He was always ready to help in anyway. This location is absolutely beautiful! Words can't even describe. I highly suggest picture by thier fountain!

Wow! Heard a lot of great things about the course and layout. Had no idea my expectations would be surpassed. Great facility, staff and food. But, the course receives the highest accolade! Perfectly manicured with some of the truest rolling greens I have ever putted. Looking forward to my next round!