In part 3 of a multi-part Q&A series with golf writer Brad King, Kyle Franz discusses the unique topography around the Sandhills and what it was like working at Southern Pines Golf Club during one of the coldest and wettest Februarys in recent memory.
Welcome to the Home of American Golf! The Sandhills of North Carolina are anchored by the towns of Pinehurst, Southern Pines, and Aberdeen. Although most visitors come here to play 18 holes, and there is no doubt that golf (and Donald Ross) squarely put this region on the map, there is so much more to do in the area than hitting the links.
Besides boutique shopping and spa treatments, you can take a historical walking tour or go for a hike. There are great coffee shops to linger in and fantastic restaurants serving innovative cuisine using local ingredients with a southern twist.
In part 2 of a multi-part Q&A series with golf writer Brad King, Kyle Franz discusses the various eras of Ross’s design work around the Sandhills and how Ross’s golf course design work compares to the artistic musical genius of The Beatles.
Bottlebrush, a six-hole par three course at Longleaf Golf & Family Club, is perhaps the best kept secret for golf in the Sandhills of North Carolina.
When it comes to pet-friendly destinations in North Carolina, the Home of American Golf scores high among places to bring your furry friend.
With his ongoing improvement project at Southern Pines Golf Club, architect Kyle Franz is coming full circle renovating a variety of Donald Ross-designed golf courses in North Carolina’s Sandhills region.
Who doesn’t like a good cup of coffee to get the day started? There are fun, hip, cool and most importantly local coffee shops all across Moore County, but these are some of our favorites.
The Home of American Golf stands more than ready to shine this spring, and when planning your spring visit to the Pinehurst area, this important local knowledge might make your trip even more memorable.
A gift from the Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen area of North Carolina is something that your special someone will never forget. From golf to food to folk art to an eclectic array of accessories, there is truly something for everyone.
