Many people share that the experience – the “Happy Canyon feeling” – when driving onto our access road gives them a sense of peace. The first visit of Jack Vickers, the founder of the Village at Castle Pines, may have felt that same way. In the 1970s, his search for land to build a world-class golf club ended on Happy Canyon Road, today’s gateway to one of Colorado’s premier golf communities.
Jack Vickers II, a successful Texas oilman, had a passion for golf. As an Augusta National Golf Club member, he was exposed to the world’s highest-quality golf and amenities. Jack dreamed of building his own National Golf Club in the West, patterned after Augusta. His place would be along the Front Range of Colorado—a place of forests, mountain views, privacy, and wildlife.
Jack searched years for the right spot and found it south of Denver — 2,800 acres of ranch land, forests, rocky cliffs, and far views of the Rocky Mountains. Gathering together 29 separate parcels of land, he pursued his dream of building a golf course, working with Jack Nicklaus, one of the greatest PGA golfers of all time (albeit new to course design), to create a world-class competitive golf course with all amenities for world-class quality. It was to be a place that could host an annual PGA tournament for the world to see and enjoy. They named the golf course the Castle Pines Golf Club.
The dream of a National Golf Club and national tournament was achieved with the International Golf Tournament, played here before national television audiences from 1986 to 2006.
While Jack Vickers focused with Jack Nicklaus on the development of the golf dream, Jack’s son, Jack Vickers III, took control of the development of the Village community that would surround the golf course, and a second Jack Nicklaus signature course would be built, the Country Club at Castle Pines.
The Village at Castle Pines is home to two world-class golf clubs and courses: The Castle Pines Golf Club and the County Club at Castle Pines. Membership in either club is not required to be a resident of the Village or to enjoy the lifestyle benefits of this golf community. But many residents enjoy the additional amenities that membership in the Country Club of Castle Pines offers them including a beautiful dining space and additional pool and tennis options.
Today, our golf community, The Village at Castle Pines, features a “controlled access entry” staffed by the Homes Association’s security group called Emergency Services. This security group delivers services to the residents, such as checking on homes and property while residents are traveling, providing EMT-trained staff to respond to emergency health needs, and gate agents that act much like Park Rangers at National Parks, welcoming and serving the daily visitors but also the residents and their needs.
Our Colorado community is a private, standalone community run from within. All services for water, sewer, roads, snow removal, security, and recreational amenities are locally managed by the Metropolitan District and the Castle Pines Homes Association. Buyers of golf course homes in this community can enjoy a variety of customization options to suit their preferences.
All development and building is closely managed with nothing but high-quality standards allowed. House design, unit placement, construction, landscaping, and maintenance emphasize and maintain the uniqueness and natural aesthetics of the terrain and the environment. Great care was taken in writing the founding documents that control all development and provide for long-term stewardship in the community.
Living in a Colorado golf course community means embracing a lifestyle rich with diverse features and services tailored to various interests. The Village at Castle Pines boasts resort amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, sparkling swimming pools, and a tennis and pickleball course complex.
Residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with services such as property management, meticulous landscaping, and efficient snow removal, ensuring their homes remain pristine year-round.
Colorado golf course communities offer an impressive array of real estate options, catering to diverse budgets and preferences. The Village at Castle Pines offers natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and luxury living, making our golf community one of the best Colorado has to offer. Whether you’re drawn by the allure of world-class golf courses, the stunning landscapes, or the high quality of living, The Village at Castle Pines offers a unique and fulfilling lifestyle.
Castle Pines Golf Club is one of the top-rated golf courses in the United States, as rated by Golf Digest and other rating entities. Jack Nicklaus has built some 390 golf courses worldwide, but the Castle Pines Golf Club remains one of his top achievements.
If you’re searching for a safe neighborhood in the Denver metro area, The Village at Castle Pines is a standout choice. Alongside top-rated schools, family-friendly amenities, and breathtaking front range views, residents enjoy a robust Emergency Services team that plays...
