Franklin Farm
Franklin Farms offers, swimming pools, tennis courts, hiking trails, basketball courts and even tot lots for the little ones. These recreational choices encompass 182 acres of land in Franklin Farms. Come join the community and call Franklin Farms your home.
Located in western Fairfax County lies the Franklin Farms community. This massive community sits on approximately 850 acres with 1,777 homes. Only 20 miles from Washington, D. C. and about 4 miles from Dulles International Airport. The neighborhoods located in Franklin Farms sit between West Ox Road (East) and Centreville Road (West) entrances. Fairfax and Reston are convenient from the Fairfax County Parkway which goes straight through the center of Franklin Farms in the north and south directions.
“Playground of Presidents” is what Golfer’s Magazine referred to the Washington Golf and Country Club, as membership of presidents such as Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft and Woodrow Wilson as well as Member s of the House and Senate, Supreme Justices and other high ranking government officials rolls on.
Washington Golf and Country Club is located at 3017 N. Glebe Road in Arlington VA 22207. WGCC was established in 1894 over 120 acres of land near Washington D.C in Northern Virginia. A traditional Donald Ross golf course is enjoyed by membership as well as full country club facilities. The Georgian style clubhouse that was renovate din 2004 – 2006 is situated on one of the highest points in Arlington Virginia offering a wide breath taking view over the challenging 18 hole golf courses in the region as well as views across the Potomac River all the way to the skyline of Washington.
located in Arlington County VACountry Club facilities:
Golf Driving Range
Putting and Practice Greens
A Swimming Pool
10 Outdoor Tennis Courts
5 Court Indoor Tennis Facility
Fully Equipped Fitness Center
Formal and Informal Dining Rooms
Tap Room
Men’s Grill
Ladies Lounge
Outdoor Dining Areas
Cocktail Lounge
Meeting and Party Rooms for 18 – 60 persons
Spacious and Grand Ballroom for a capacity of 300 – 400 persons
Only highly experienced tenure staffs of WGCC are allowed to manage programs for golf, tennis swim / dive programs.
WGCC prides itself with its banquet and catering facilities.
Presidents Hall – Largest space on the main floor that is classically proportioned ballroom with exquisite detailed painted millwork, carpeted floors, handsome windows, crystal chandeliers and sconces and 40” ceiling colonial lattice work. A commemorative plaque on the wall outside the hall honors the Presidents of the United States who have been members of WGCC.
The Virginia Room – A dining room opening into a covered Upper Terrace offering an exceptional view of the golf course. Regency chandeliers, sconces, fireplace, intricate millwork, carved pilasters and a coffered ceiling grace the interior providing sophistication suitable for wedding receptions, cocktails and the like.
The Dominion Room – Opens directly from the Presidents Hall and the Dining Room overlooking The Conservatory and the golf course. It is designed with painted panel mill work, mahogany furniture, crystal chandeliers and sconces as well as custom classic motif woven carpet.
The Upper Terrace – Covered outdoor terrace overlooking the golf course and the pool suitable for receptions and buffets. It leads to one of the building’s more impressive new additions _ a Conservatory running the length of the building
The Woodrow Wilson – Showcasing WGCC proudest possessions, a restored and reframed golf print donated by President Wilson. The quiet elegant room is graced with leather chairs, a large mahogany table, a fireplace, antique brass chandeliers and sconces as well as an oil portrait of President Woodrow Wilson. 4 windows in the room provide view of the first tee and the National Cathedral where the former President is buried.
As WGCC is a private club, one has to be sponsored by an active member of the club to become a part of it. The current initiation fee is $70,000 of which a $12,000 is deposit is expected at the time one applies.
Washington Golf and Country Club currently has a multi-year waiting list.
Homes for sale near Washington Golf and Country Club
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Private and member owned Chantilly National Golf and Country Club was established in 1959 in 214 green acres in Centreville Virginia. 2009 brought about renovations to the clubhouse, Golf Course, Locker Rooms and Pool Facility.
Chantilly National Golf and Country Club is located at 14901 Braddock Road Centreville VA 20120. (703 – 631 – 9560) The Country Club is staffed with friendly well experienced professionals in all amenities of Golf, Tennis, Swimming and First Class Dining.
It features 18 holes of handsome fairways, short rough, subtle greens, bunkers and 5 sets of tees to challenge both young and old. Class A Golf Professionals conducts golf lessons and Junior Golf Programs.
3 newly re built hard courts and 3 underground watered clay courts offers enjoyable tennis programs and games managed by USPTA Director of Tennis Bill Stahr.
An Olympic size pool is also offered with a small wading pool suitable for kids and locker rooms as well as poolside food service.
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The Playground of Presidents
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Private and member owned Chantilly National Golf and Country Club was established in 1959 in 214 green acres in Centreville Virginia. 2009 brought about renovations to the clubhouse, Golf Course, Locker Rooms and Pool Facility.
Chantilly National Golf and Country Club is located at 14901 Braddock Road Centreville VA 20120. (703 – 631 – 9560) The Country Club is staffed with friendly well experienced professionals in all amenities of Golf, Tennis, Swimming and First Class Dining.
It features 18 holes of handsome fairways, short rough, subtle greens, bunkers and 5 sets of tees to challenge both young and old. Class A Golf Professionals conducts golf lessons and Junior Golf Programs.
3 newly re built hard courts and 3 underground watered clay courts offers enjoyable tennis programs and games managed by USPTA Director of Tennis Bill Stahr.
An Olympic size pool is also offered with a small wading pool suitable for kids and locker rooms as well as poolside food service.
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