A life near the greens

This article was initially featured in the Inquirer Mobile App on April 15, 2023 authored by Ar. Vittoria Mawis-Aliston

History, nature, and sports.

According to British developer Strutt & Parker, you can find all these three if you live near a golf course. Featuring open greens and picturesque views, a golf estate lets you play and watch the sport full time. At the same time, however, it can also do wonders for your mental health and social skills. Besides these immediate perks, living near a golf course can provide several benefits for you and your family over time.

While you may encounter the occasional stray ball hitting your window, a life near the greens definitely offers a lot more pros than cons. Find out why your next home ought to be near a golf course, whether you claim yourself a golf nut or not.

Unlimited play time

Perhaps the most obvious perk of living next to a golf course is that you get virtually 24/7 access to the sport.

If you’re the type who lives for the sport, owning a home next to the greens allows you to play the sport as much as you can. This does not only allow you to pursue your passion, but it can also help you to be in your best physical shape. After all, walking the long freeways is not an easy feat. Did you know that you can easily shed 800 calories by walking an 18-hole golf course in four hours (Project Golf Australia)? That beats a quick treadmill session any time of the day.

In the Philippines, one of the best 18-hole championship courses can be found in the Wack Wack Golf & Country Club. The club’s East Course is well-known among golf aficionados due to its challenging water hazards, sprawling fairways and vast greenery. A home near such an estate would definitely push you to your limits for the love of the sport.

Exceptional views

If you’re one who loves picturesque backdrops for your Instagram, you’ll probably love living next to a golf course. With its rolling greens and bodies of water, a golf course is easy on the eyes both in real life and on photos. It can easily provide a mental break for those moments you just need to relax and recharge in between work sessions.

Shang Residences at Wack Wack, for example, prides itself in featuring easy access to wide greenery even in the middle of a bustling business district. An upcoming residential tower next to the Wack Wack Golf & Country Club, Shang Residences puts its future residents next to an oasis. One can expect to bask in the fresh breeze and soft rustling of leaves on a daily basis by living in such a development.

Best seats in the house

Whether it’s an international tournament or a fireworks display, by living near a golf course, you’re pretty much guaranteed unobstructed views. This comes mighty handy especially if you live in a world-renowned golf course which occasionally hosts televised plays. But if you’re just looking to watch a good game among amateurs, you can easily watch one by looking out your window or hanging out your balcony.

Besides the golf course, you can also view the rest of the city from a home in the sky. In Shang Residences at Wack Wack, for example, resort-like amenities are just right outside your door. From an enormous swimming pool to a manicured lawn, you have a variety of relaxing spaces to feast your eyes on. Coupled with the gorgeous view of the golf course, these elements make a great sight to come home to after a hard day’s work.

In-demand homes

With all the benefits offered by a home next to a golf course, one can expect property values to easily soar. From golf aficionados looking for a temporary stay to urban dwellers who enjoy the occasional round of golf, there is a large market who finds interest in such a home. If you’re the type who wants to earn money by renting out properties, homes next to golf courses are some of the best investments you can make today.

In particular, Shang Residences at Wack Wack takes pride in being situated next to a club with a rich history. Established in the 1930s, Wack Wack Golf & Country Club is nearing its centennial celebration. This can only elevate the value of nearby properties, with the club offering a rich dive into our country’s history of golf play.

A winning investment

Whether you’re into golf or not, there are numerous benefits which you can reap by living next to a golf course. Not only can you improve your physical and mental well-being, you also get an opportunity to rent out in-demand homes to visitors in the area.

Homes like the Shang Residences at Wack Wack offer these benefits and more. Visit one today and discover the life waiting for you near the greens.

Sources:

https://www.struttandparker.com; https://projectgolfau.com; https://wackwack.com; https://www.shangresidencesatwackwack.com

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