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“Treetops” Under Construction at Greenbrier Summit Village

GBSC — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:42:56 +0000

The newest listing at The Summit, Treetops exemplifies the finest in home design and construction at The Greenbrier Sporting Club, offering nearly 7,000-square feet of astonishing attention to detail and character to suit the most discerning homeowner. Masterfully planned to comfortably accommodate as many as twenty guests, this true mountain estate can also cozily serve two for a romantic weekend. Treetops boasts 5 bedrooms and 5 full baths, with an additional bedroom and bath above the car barn. Antique wood and stone floors, along with bespoke hardware and fittings, produce a rustic elegance not found anywhere. A grand double sitting room boasts gallery walls that retract and open the room to the porch, with spectacular 20-mile views. A gourmet, custom-fitted kitchen is open to the breakfast bay overlooking the pool and outdoor spa. With 6,800-square feet of luxurious, open living space, Treetops is a home for the ages.

Madison Spencer Architects, of Charlottesville, Virginia, and Newport, Rhode Island, is the architectural firm undertaking the design for a mountain estate located on lot 30 in The Greenbrier Summit Village. “Proportion, balance, and a sound knowledge of craft and materials – these fundamental notions of the building arts guide us in all that we accomplish,” notes Spencer, who lectures on architecture around the country and has practiced all over the world.

Treetops features an outdoor pool and spa nestled into the rock ridge with magnificent views to the Allegheny Mountains and The Greenbrier resort below. Additionally, the home enjoys and exterior of handmade and custom brick detailing with indigenous stonework and custom timber siding. Architectural details such as Hendricks roofing tiles and Gaston & Wyatt woodwork accentuate the true country house ambiance this home exudes.

The rear of the home enjoys a stone porch and terrace with overlooks and a fire pit. A separate garden pavilion provides a second outdoor fireplace, offering a variety of outdoor living spaces from which to enjoy the splendor of this spectacular mountain home. Reforested landscaping with native species creates a private oasis.

For more information about pricing, and to speak to a sales representative about this magnificent mountain home, please call 888.741.8989.

The Greenbrier Spa Awarded Coveted Five Stars from Forbes Travel Guide

GBSC — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:48:51 +0000

Forbes Travel Guide unveiled its 54th annual Star Ratings on November 11, 2011, a list that represents the best of the best in hotels, restaurants and spas. The Forbes Spa Ratings system is the gold standard in the travel industry, with hospitality standouts earning its coveted stars since 1958.

For centuries, people have traveled to The Greenbrier to “take the waters”. These days, along with therapeutic spa treatments, The Greenbrier offers a full collection of patented products and procedures you won’t find anywhere else. Spa treatments focus on the benefits of natural essences and minerals and the use of hydrotherapy. Your senses will be rejuvenated in a soothing atmosphere, as our 40,000 square foot spa is yours to savor in an elegant, restful setting. Luxuriate in a whirlpool bath or soak up the healing properties of the native sulphur waters. Invigorate every pore in a steam room or sauna. Or simply indulge in all the spa treatments you so richly deserve. The Greenbrier Spa offers an exquisite experience you won’t soon forget.

Spa appointments at The Greenbrier may be reserved in advance by contacting the Spa at (800) 624-6070.

Home Purchases at The Greenbrier On The Rise in 2011

GBSC — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:30:23 +0000

The Greenbrier Sporting Club announced today that real estate sales at America’s Resort have seen their best year since 2007. The private residential enclave, located at The Greenbrier, sold nearly $34 million in real estate in 2011, consisting of 20 homes and 21 home sites. This buying streak, witnessed by the Sporting Club, has increased every year since Jim Justice purchased both the resort and the real estate development in 2009. “Despite worldwide turmoil and weak economies, The Greenbrier Sporting Club had a banner sales year. We exceeded our budgeted goal by 36%,” said John Klemish, principal and broker in charge at The Greenbrier Sporting Club. “I am very proud of the entire Greenbrier Sporting Club team and am looking forward to an even better 2012.”

The vigorous home and land sales are not the only area setting records at the Sporting Club. Home construction has never once halted at the resort. In fact, there are currently six homes nearing completion, with another eight in review by the community’s Architectural Review Board. Many of the homes being built are nestled in the Sporting Club’s unique mountaintop neighborhoods, The Ridges and Summit Village, which afford expansive vistas of the Alleghenies and the Greenbrier Valley. By the end of 2012 the resort will have surpassed 200 homes completed in The Greenbrier Sporting Club community.

“My dream is beginning to come true. I wanted the world to see the magic of the West Virginia mountains and The Greenbrier. It’s happening. Property values are beginning to rise, the excitement of the PGA TOUR FedExCup golf tournament, the concerts, the elegant one-of-a-kind casino, and now the new medical complex have surely generated massive energy. Along with all this, the rediscovery of The Greenbrier as the perfect place for families makes the houses and properties of The Sporting Club at The Greenbrier a must in your portfolio,” said Jim Justice, chairman and owner of The Greenbrier and The Greenbrier Sporting Club.

Greenbrier County CVB Unveils New Tourism Video

GBSC — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:32:36 +0000

The Greenbrier County Convention & Visitors Bureau unveiled a brand new promotional video this morning highlighting different aspects of The Greenbrier Valley—from leisure and adventure activities, to fairs and festivals. The video, comprised of 5 different sections, each of which can stand alone, is nearly twelve minutes long and was produced and filmed by Russell Williams and Annamarie Visclosky of Complete Pictures. (To view Russell’s recent work with The Greenbrier Sporting Club, view our collection of resale home videos on The Sporting Club’s channel by clicking here.) The middle section of the video features The Greenbrier and highlights the resort’s stunning interiors along with an interview with historian Dr. Bob Conte. In fact, Russell and Annamarie teamed up with nearly 200 residents in the Greenbrier Valley to provide all of the acting, voiceover work, and music in the video. The project took months to complete in order to capture all of the events and festivals throughout the year and features over 120 locations in the area. The video in its entirety is featured below:

Greenbrier Christmas Tree Lighting Draws a Large Crowd

GBSC — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 21:33:49 +0000

Last Weekend, Santa and some carolers, along with Jeff Kmiec, Carleton Varney and Brinsley Matthews, ushered in the holiday season with the lighting of this year’s Christmas tree. The annual tree lighting ceremony drew hundreds to the main entrance, where Santa Claus himself arrived on a horse-drawn sleigh. The Greenbrier Entertainers provided classic Christmas carols for the crowd as they waited for Santa to arrive. Once he did, the massive Greenbrier County Christmas Tree lit up the entire front lawn, bathing the main entrance in a majestic purple for the season. The weekend also played host to holiday shopping, trunk shows, book signings and much more!

Labor Day at GSC… A Family Tradition!

GBSC — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:04:31 +0000

Labor Day is right around the corner and what better way to relax in 2011 than a few days of food, music, golf and family fun. With a multitude of club activities scheduled, including our Annual Labor Day Picnic, The Greenbrier Sporting Club provides outdoor and leisure activities for the whole family. Whether it’s a round of golf on The Snead, a relaxing massage at Ananda in the Alleghenies, or the variety of children’s activities throughout the weekend, GSC looks forward to hosting this annual tradition for its members!

Thursday, September 1st
6:30-8:30pm Italian Buffet Dinner
Join us at the Lodge for a buffet of Italian cuisine.
Adult $35 Children $15
Reservations can be made by calling the Concierge at 304-647-6440.

Friday, September 2nd
10:00am Adult Tennis Clinic
Registration for tennis must be done by 9am on Thursday. Please contact Jane at 304-647-6109.
11:00am Junior Tennis Clinic
Registration for tennis must be done by 9am on Thursday. Please contact Jane at 304-647-6109.
4-6pm Happy Hour
Join us in the Lodge Lounge for complimentary hors doeuvres, beer & cocktail specials.
6:30-8:30pm Dinner Service
Join us at the Lodge or Summit for a la carte dinner service.
Reservations can be made by calling the Concierge at 304-647-6440.

Saturday, September 3rd
10am Children’s GSC Produce 500
Join us at the Lodge to create & decorate race cars made of produce & wooden axles.
Advanced registration required. $15/Child
Register with the Concierge by calling 304-647-6440.
10am Culinary Demo
Join Chef Gustard in the Lodge White Rock Room for a culinary experience!
$25/Adult Register with the Concierge by calling 304-647-6440.
2pm Open Climb
Join us at The GSC Fitness Center to climb the 25ft indoor rock wall.
4pm Children’s Dodgeball
Join us at The Summit for a friendly game of dodgeball. Ages 4-12
4pm Drink Mixology
Join us at The Summit to learn Summit favorites & new drink recipes.
$25/Adult Register with the Concierge by calling 304-647-6440.
6:30-8:30pm Dinner Service
Join us at the Lodge or Summit for a la carte dinner service.
Reservations can be made by calling the Concierge at 304-647-6440.
Dusk Astronomy Lab at The Summit
View the night sky with local Astronomer Dave Buhrmann.

Sunday, September 4th
7:45am 5k
Begins at The GSC Lodge Portico & follows the golf course perimeter.
Advanced registration required.
Register w/Jane by calling 304-647-6109.
10-11am Family Activities at The Hunt Cabin
Join us at the Hunt Cabin for pond fishing, archery & games.
Register with the Concierge by calling 304-647-6440.
2pm Paint The Pony Party
Join us at the GSC Equestrian Center for pony painting and crafting.
$25/Child Register with the GSC Stables by calling 304-536-3348.

5 – 7:30pm ANNUAL LABOR DAY PICNIC
Adults $65 Children $35
Lodge Event Lawn
Live Music by Riverrock.
Entertainment provided by Ziggy.
Children’s activities in the fitness center with Max Hammer.
Reservations can be made by calling the Concierge at 304-647-6440.

Monday, September 5th
11:30am – 2pm Lunch Service
Stop by the Lodge to enjoy a Monday a la carte lunch menu.
The Lounge will be serving a full lunch menu until 5pm.

OTHER SPORTING CLUB ACTIVITIES

The Ananda Spa is offering services throughout the weekend by appointment. Unwind at the Ananda Spa with our “Relaxing Waters.” This three part service starts with a
sea salt soak in the Hydro Tub to work out all of your tension, followed by a signature full body massage and finishes with a fragrant lavender body wrap for total relaxation.
Please allow 80 minutes for this relaxing experience. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 304-647-6112.
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The GSC Stables are offering services throughout the weekend by appointment. We are now offering trail rides on Greenbrier Mountain at The Summit.
Please contact the GSC Stables at 304-536-3348 for appointments and details about activities.
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The Outdoor Pursuits Department offers many great services during late Summer. Whether it be guided nature hikes, fishing trips, fly tying lessons, or general information,
we are here to help make your trip to the Sporting Club a memorable experience. Contact Jacob Ott at 304-667-8337 for details on group and individual activities during your stay.

Phil Mickelson and The Black Eyed Peas Announced for The Greenbrier Classic

GBSC — Mon, 09 May 2011 19:02:18 +0000

One of the top players on the PGA TOUR and one of the hottest musical groups will make the 2011 Greenbrier Classic even bigger and better than the inaugural event. Phil Mickelson, three-time Masters champion and winner of 39 PGA TOUR events, has committed to play in the July 25-31 event on the resort’s Old White TPC course. Adding to the excitement, The Black Eyed Peas, six-time Grammy Award winning artists and global superstars, will perform on Friday, July 29.

“Phil is one of the best players in the world and having him compete will be just fantastic. And The Black Eyed Peas just played for this year’s Super Bowl. How much better can it get?” said Jim Justice, at a press conference today where he was joined by Sergio Garcia to make the announcements.

A future Hall of Famer, Mickelson is the highest ranked American in the world with career earnings over $61 million. He is currently ranked 4th in both the World Golf Rankings and in FedExCup points. Over the past five years, Mickelson has distinguished himself as the best player at the Masters. With an average round of 70.40, Mickelson has finished second or third in four of the last five Masters. He is consistently one of the top players to watch and is one of the most popular players on the TOUR.

“My family and I are really excited about coming to The Greenbrier this summer. My kids are already making lists of all the things they want to do while we’re there, even though I’ll be working,” said Mickelson. “I heard a lot of great comments about last year’s event, so I’m really looking forward to playing and relaxing with my family. Of course, the only bunker I want to see is the one they built for Congress during the Cold War.”

The Classic has also received an early commitment from Camilo Villegas, a three-time winner on the PGA TOUR and a fan favorite around the world. The 29-year-old Colombian’s charisma and aggressive style of play made him an instant sensation when he joined the PGA TOUR in 2006, along with his signature “Spiderman crouch” on the greens when reading putts.

The 2011 Classic Concert series will now feature three incredible performances at the State Fairgrounds amphitheater. Tim McGraw and Luke Bryan perform on Thursday, The Black Eyed Peas take the stage Friday and Keith Urban and Miranda Lambert close the series on Saturday. Tickets to all three concerts, the three practice rounds and four tournament rounds are available for $159. A weekly grounds badge and ticket to the Thursday or Saturday concert is now available for $89 while a weekly grounds badge and ticket to the Friday concert with The Black Eyed Peas is $109. Benefactor, alumni and clubhouse badges, which include upgraded access to the golf tournament as well as tickets to all three concerts are also available. All badge levels are available for purchase at www.greenbrierclassic.com, Ticketmaster and participating United Bank and Kroger locations.

As video of the press conference is below:

Lewisburg Voted “Coolest Small Town in America” by Budget Travel

GBSC — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 15:52:21 +0000

Lewisburg, W.Va., the historic and hip town of 3,500 people just down the road from The Greenbrier, garnered over 140,000 votes on its way to being crowned “The Coolest Small Town in America” by Budget Travel magazine over the past three months. With numerous restaurants, shops, parks and nightlife options, Lewisburg has long been considered the “Jewel of West Virginia,” and now the community is reveling in their newfound distinction.

West Virginia natives and film stars Jennifer Garner (Alias, Daredevil) and Morgan Spurlock (Super Size Me, 30 Days) got in on the game by tweeting for their fans to go vote, and newly elected West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin even filmed a short television spot from his offices in D.C. While Astoria, Ore. tried their best to pull ahead, Lewisburg rallied through social networking and public events to ultimately obtain more votes than any other town in the contest’s history.

With the wind at its back, Lewisburg looks forward to hosting its annual Chocolate Festival on April 9th. As always, the town also celebrates the first Friday of every month with extended hours, live music in the green space and complimentary hors’ d’oevres and drinks in many of the boutiques and shops. For more information, visit www.downtownlewsiburg.com.

Jerry West Statue Unveiled at Staples Center

GBSC — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:53:50 +0000

West Virginia native and Greenbrier Sporting Club member Jerry West was honored with a bronze statue at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, one of only five existing statues at the famed arena and home of the Los Angeles Lakers. West was honored by guests that included NBA greats such as Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Elgin Baylor, Bill Russell, Pat Riley, Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak, owner Dr. Jerry Buss and NBA commissioner David Stern. Ever the humble hero, West told the audience, “When I look around, some of the people I’ve been around as athletes, some of the ones I’ve competed against, I really want to thank you for coming tonight. Frankly, it’s more meaningful than perhaps this statue.”

West, who opened Prime 44 West steakhouse at The Greenbrier resort two years ago, reminisced about his years as a young boy growing up in West Virginia with dreams of playing in the NBA. West, who grew up in Chelyan, West Virginia, will have an autobiography out later this year. A video of the ceremony can be viewed below:

• portions of this article where reported on by espn.com and the LA Times. Picture courtesy of Wally Skalij, LA Times.

President’s Day Weekend Fast Approaching

GBSC — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:05:30 +0000

This upcoming weekend at The Greenbrier looks promising, with music, dance and plenty of good food. Additionally, the Sporting Club will provide workout classes at The Fitness Center, as well as a la carte dinner service at The Members’ Lodge every evening. For a complete schedule of Greenbrier Sporting Club events, click here.

The Greenbrier resort will be hosting exciting musical entertainment such as The Embers and The Fantastic Shakers. Shag and beach dance instruction will be held in Colonial Ballroom on Saturday, while Jane Powell, the phenomenal jazz, blues and souls singer, performs Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. For a complete programs of the Greenbrier resort’s President Day events, click here.