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Ibis Golf &Country Club This Palm Beach enclave with three Nicklaus courses offers the best of both worlds—city sophistication and convenience in a lush oasis of unexpected tranquility
F
lorida is treasured for its wildlife and
has a flavor unlike any other luxurious residential
nowhere is it more abundant, or
community in this desirable region of Florida.
more revered, than within Ibis Golf
& Country Club on the western out-
skirts of West Palm Beach.
Just a few miles west of I-95 and minutes from the
elegance and diversions of the Palm Beaches, this private golf community bordered by the 12,000-acre Grassy Waters Nature Preserve feels like an oasis of natural beauty. From the moment you enter royal palm-lined Ibis Boulevard, you feel a world apart. The landscaping is lush, scenic lakes accent the grounds, and birds—spoonbills, blue herons, sandhill
cranes, and ibis—are always in view. Nature permeates everything. The streets are lined with trails for walking, jogging, and biking in the midst of the beauty. Ibis
Golf also defines the Ibis experience. This is the only club in the world with three Nicklaus family courses (Jack, Jack II, and Steve) and each of them is unique. Jack’s Signature Legend course features an
ABOVE: The sprawling clubhouse can accommodate a variety of social events. BELOW: The club takes its name from the graceful white bird that populates the 1,900-acre community.
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RIGHT: For bird lovers, Ibis is filled with many species, including sandhill cranes. BELOW: The new pool complex will provide a relaxing oasis for members and guests.
is a veteran of the European Tour and has taught players on the PGA Tour, Champions Tour, and LPGA Tour, including Morgan Pressel. While the superb quality of the golf initially draws many to Ibis, it is the extraordinary quality of life (what they refer to as The Ibis Experience™) that makes this multi-generational membership well satisfied. Great pride is taken to create as many activities to enjoy as possible. That is important, as this is a yearround South Florida community (more than half the abundance of mounding. Jack II’s Heritage gives you
members consider this their permanent home) that is
the benefit of generous fairways, but requires more
very active every season. Facilities are open all year
water carries. And Steve’s Tradition is more links
and there is always a lot going on, including tennis
style, with undulating greens that place a premium on
(14 Har-Tru, HydroGrid, lighted courts plus a
your short game. Play all 54 holes and you’ll never see
bustling program), fitness, yoga, water aerobics, card
the same hole twice. With all three courses just re-
games, kids’ camps, and popular member events held
cently re-grassed, new members will reap the benefits
at the Mediterranean-style clubhouse.
of a completely up-to-date experience. What all the courses have in common, beyond the Nicklaus stamp, outstanding layouts, and meticulous
tireless efforts of the Ibis Cultural Association. Members can participate in more than 20 programs,
grooming, is that the finishing holes of each course
including acting and writing workshops; language,
comprise arguably the three hardest finishing holes
art, and cooking classes; musical presentations; and
in Palm Beach County, which sits just fine with a
photography exhibitions. The roster of events is
membership that loves to play golf. The Club boasts
diverse and full.
numerous member events and playing opportunities for all skill levels, and remarkably, close to 80 per-
As if that wasn’t enough to keep members busy, construction began this summer on a $33 million
cent of spouses play. Monthly complimentary clinics
Clubhouse enhancement and expansion and new
keep the active membership engaged.
Sports Village. An unbelievable gathering place for
Heading up an instructional staff of 11 is Martin
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Cultural opportunities abound thanks to the
members and their families, the Sports Village will
Hall, host of Golf Channel’s popular program, School
consist of a two-story fitness complex, full-service spa,
of Golf. One of the country’s premier instructors, Hall
casual bistro, and a resort-style aquatic center. Here
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Sand and water lurk everywhere on Legend’s 576-yard 8th. BELOW: The Patio Cafe is located by the heated, 25-meter pool. BOTTOM: The Ibis dog park is a popular amenity among the members.
members will enjoy Pilates, yoga, swimming laps,
and card rooms, expanded ballroom and
relaxing in the spa, or dining poolside with friends.
pre-function spaces, and several dining
Expansion of the Clubhouse includes a state-of-the-art
venues including a formal dining restau-
kitchen, spacious cultural activities room, new locker
rant and bar, casual pub with an outdoor terrace, and main grille dining overlooking the pristine golf courses. With more than 1,800 homes featuring lake, golf, or preserve views in a collection of 33 beautiful neighborhoods, there is plenty of choice when it comes to finding the home that suits you best. Ibis offers everything from condominiums, villas, single-family homes, new construction, and large estate homes, priced from the $200,000s into the millions. Ibis is an equity club owned by the members, who are justifiably proud of their spectacular amenities, unsurpassed lifestyle, and well-earned reputation. The
Ibis Golf & Country Club 8225 Ibis Boulevard West Palm Beach, Fla. 33412 561.625.8500 IbisGolf.com
TRADITION PAR: 72 YARDAGE: 7,130 YEAR FOUNDED: 2001 ARCHITECT: Steve Nicklaus
HeRITAGe PAR: 72 YARDAGE: 7,062 YEAR FOUNDED: 1991 ARCHITECT: Jack Nicklaus II
LeGeND PAR: 72 YARDAGE: 7,187 YEAR FOUNDED: 1991 ARCHITECT: Jack Nicklaus
much-awarded club was honored with BoardRoom magazine’s Emerald Club distinction and was recently named the Sunshine State’s 2013 Community of the Year by the Florida Communities of Excellence for the second year in a row.
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The Legend’s 159-yard 13th features an enticing island green.
IBIS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 8225 Ibis Boulevard West Palm Beach, Fla. 33412 561.625.8500 IbisGolf.com