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Desert Highlands Club is currently undergoing a $9.8 million restoration of its Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. The club prefers the term restoration over renovation, as they aim to preserve Jack Nicklaus' original vision while enhancing playability with modern features. The greens have been transitioned from Bermuda grass to Bent grass. Additionally, the bunkers are being redesigned to be smaller, and the greens will be enlarged. The golf course is ...

Scottsdale has a wide variety of golf courses to choose from. It is truly a golf-lovers dream with 51 golf courses in Scottsdale, and 41 within a 10-mile radius of North Scottsdale. Of those golf courses, there are several high-end private golf clubs for those who seek an elevated experience. The question thus becomes - how do you select the golf club that would be right for you? All of ...

The initiation fee for membership at the Estancia Club will rise from $275,000 to $350,000 starting October 1st, 2025, with annual dues set at $29,225. Estancia is recognized as one of the most prestigious private golf clubs in Scottsdale, featuring a pristine Tom Fazio-designed golf course, an elegant clubhouse, and newly constructed fitness and pool facilities. Nestled against Pinnacle Peak in North Scottsdale, it offers stunning boulder views throughout the ...

Camelot has just started construction of their newest homes in Seven at Desert Mountain. The Villas II is the second phase of the extremely popular Villa homes in Seven. The first phase was the most popular of the three new home options in Seven. Camelot sold out of the Villas quickly and I expect the Villas II will sell quickly as well. The Villas are the perfect size for a ...

Desert Highlands has increased the cost of membership from $150,000 to $190,000, effective February 1st, 2025. The price adjustment is similar to other North Scottsdale golf clubs that have increased their membership fee recently. In comparison, Desert Mountain full golf membership is currently $225,000. Desert Highlands is unique in that memberships are tied to the real estate. The membership automatically transfers with each home, so there is no waitlist for ...

Desert Mountain has maintained a healthy waitlist for memberships during the past several years. There is consistently more people who want a membership, than the number of memberships available. There are currently 45 applicants on the waitlist who have completed the application, vetting process, been approved by the Board, and are waiting for a Full Golf Membership to come available. Many have taken advantage of the ability to utilize a ...