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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 Keller Family: In Their Own Words

GBSC — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:51:53 +0000

The Keller family at their Sporting Club home in the Howard's Creek neighborhood

Names:
Gary Keller & Mary Pfluger
Children:
John Keller (19)
Primary Home:
Austin, TX
Occupation:
Chairman of the Board, Keller Williams Realty
Activities Of Interest:
Fly fishing, golf, hiking, swimming, skeet, bowling, taking in a movie and enjoying The Greenbrier culinary experience

Q: How did you first become aware of The Greenbrier and our real estate opportunities?
A: Every summer we would take a family trip to a different destination resort. Once we experienced The Greenbrier we quit going to other places.

Q: What attracted you to become a member at The Greenbrier Sporting Club (GSC)? What were you looking for in a club?
A: We simply love The Greenbrier and all it offers. Becoming a homeowner and a club member simply gave us roots with a deeper connection to The Greenbrier and much greater access to all that it offers. Being a member enhances our experience tremendously.

Q: What do you feel GSC offers that other communities do not?
A: It offers more than any other community we ever visited.

Q: How often does the Keller Family visit The Greenbrier and The Greenbrier Sporting Club?
A: We try to get there several times a year to enjoy the different seasons.

Q: What drew you specifically to your home purchase in our Howard’s Creek neighborhood?
A: We love being close to the hotel and amenities. Plus being able to step out our front door and go for a wonderful walk or step out our back and fly fish is heaven for us.

Q: What do you and your family enjoy doing while you’re home at The Sporting Club?
A: Every activity offered—from fly fishing to golf to shooting clays to hiking.

Q: What legacy do you hope to create with your family at The Greenbrier Sporting Club?
A: Great memories!

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.

Sporting Club Plays In Pebble Beach National Pro-Am

GBSC — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 01:46:47 +0000

The Greenbrier Sporting Club recently participated in the GolfWeek Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. Private Clubs from all over the country were invited to compete in this prestigious event. Representing The Greenbrier Sporting Club were members: Ed Robinson, Paul Moran, Frank Ebert along with Golf Professional, Robbie Gilmore. Superb weather was experienced on the Monterey Peninsula for 5 consecutive days of golf. The event was conducted over the famed, Pebble Beach Golf Club, Spyglass Hill, and the Spanish Bay Club. The team was in the heat of battle throughout the tournament and ended up finishing in third place among twenty teams. A distinct highlight of the competition was Ed Robinson’s birdie two on # 7 at Pebble Beach BOTH times he played the hole. Perhaps they will erect a monument there in his honor. The ladies accompanying the players enjoyed a great time as well. Their favorite adventures included a shopping spree of the delightful boutiques in Carmel and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. There has already been discussion of how to best our third place finish next year!

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:

Riding High in The Saddle at The Summit

GBSC — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:20:33 +0000

The most perfect place available to ride at The Greenbrier Sporting Club has to be at the pinnacle of Greenbrier Mountain, just a short distance from our Summit Lodge.

This year Sporting Club horses Lily, Daisy, Bootsie, Sunny and Gus can be found pastured on top of Greenbrier Mountain, providing Sporting Club members with a whole new environment to explore while trail riding. The horses enjoy their own fenced in pasture, complete with shelter and running water. Rides start at Jackson Circle and are in Western saddles, unless English saddles are specifically requested.

Trail rides are available for riders of all skill levels. Beginners can take a relaxing ride through The Summit neighborhoods while more advanced riders can choose a variety of trails, including part of The Summit Trail, which features incredible views of The Snead and The Greenbrier resort. With luck riders may see local fauna including wild turkey and deer.

Several members and their guests have taken our fantastic four-legged beauties out on these fun new trails, and they are looking forward to returning again soon. If you haven’t had a chance to experience for yourself then you still have some time to schedule before the horses go back down the mountain for the winter. Catch a warm day and sneak in a ride before the snow falls.

Enjoy a taste of the Sporting Life by viewing some trail riding photos from a couple weeks ago. We caught a beautiful warm fall day…absolutely perfect for experiencing this new amenity while our guides, Dawn Holliday and Kelly Kirk, showed us the best trail at The Summit!

Thanksgiving at The Greenbrier Sporting Club

GBSC — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:45:08 +0000

Spend Thanksgiving at The Greenbrier Sporting Club! Here’s some highlights for that week. Be sure to DOWNLOAD the full schedule of events – CLICK HERE.

THURSDAY, November 24 – SUNDAY, November 27, 2011

THURSDAY, 11/24 (Thanksgiving Day):

9am > Strength Class at the GSC Fitness Center

10am > Yoga at the GSC Fitness Center

4-8pm > Thanksgiving Buffet at The Lodge*

4-8pm > Family Style Dinner at The Summit*

*$65/A & $35/C, ages 8-13 & $15/C, under 8
*Reservations required at The Lodge & Summit Restaurants

Thanksgiving To-Go Orders available. Must be placed by November 17th. To be picked up between 1-5pm on Thursday, November 24th. Please contact the Concierge Desk at 304-647-6440 to place your order.

FRIDAY, November 11/25:

10am > FitFusion at the GSC Fitness Center

10am > Shotgun “Toughman” Golf Competition on The Snead*

10am > Children’s Fall Craft at The Lodge*

10am > Culinary Demo at The Lodge*

2pm > Open Climb at the GSC Fitness Center

4pm > Children’s Dodgeball at The Summit Barn*

4pm > Drink Mixology Demo at The Summit Lounge*

4-6pm > Happy Hour in The Lodge Lounge*

*Please download the full Thanksgiving Program for more details

SATURDAY, November 11/26:

9:45am > Children’s Cookie Decorating & Craft at The Lodge*

10am > Beginners Strength at the GSC Fitness Center

10am > Community Association Meeting in The Crystal Room at The Greenbrier

1-3pm > Pony Camp at the GSC Stables*

2pm > Open Climb at the GSC Fitness Center

Dusk > Astronomy at The Summit

6pm > Wine Dinner at The Lodge Private Dining Room*

*Please download the full Thanksgiving Program for more details

SUNDAY, November 11/27:

10am > Beginners Strength at the GSC Fitness Center

10am-12pm > Pony Camp at the GSC Stables*

10am > Kettlebell at the GSC Fitness Center

YOUNG EXPLORERS PROGRAM – AVAILABLE DAILY
Ages 4-14 – Advance reservations required.
To register, please contact Max Hammer at 304-646-7409

To make reservations or for more information, please contact the Club Concierge at 304-647-6440.

The Summit Welcomes Three New Homes

GBSC — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:02:27 +0000

Rendering for a new home to be constructed on lot Summit 28. Designed by Ron Rainone Architects.

The Greenbrier Sporting Club has announced the construction of three new homes on The Summit, featuring the fine craftsmanship and attention to detail Sporting Club builders and architects are known for. These homes will embody the rustic elegance of The Summit and Greenbrier Mountain property. Using regional materials and local artisans, the architectural design of these homes will follow the vernacular tradition of The Greenbrier’s mountain estates. Drystacked, indigenous stone fireplaces and wide plank vertical siding, coupled with modern interiors designed for tomorrow’s homeowner, will create one-of-a-kind, unique homes for today’s luxury mountain home owner who’s looking for stunning vistas with 50+ mile views across the verdant landscape of the Allegheny mountains.

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. “The Greenbrier Sporting Club presents a unique melding of the world-class luxury of the “Old White” with a unique opportunity to own a residence within some of the most beautiful land east of the Mississippi. It can’t get any better than this.”

“Jim Justice and John Klemish have charged us with defining anew the character that sets the Greenbrier apart. There was nothing cookie cutter about the Greenbrier throughout its history and this new Justice era marks a bold reaffirmation of that. Through a collaboration with some of the biggest names in home decorating and detailing that we have worked with over the years, we are bringing to the fore a residence that sensitively rides that summit ridge. It draws upon a highly crafted country house tradition with seamlessly integrated technologies. I am thrilled to accept Jim and John’s challenge on this.”

Pinnacle Group, Inc. a longtime builder at The Greenbrier Sporting Club was chosen as the general contractor for the project. “Undeniably the finest property to be developed at The Greenbrier Sporting Club,” says Tony Mamone, President of Pinnacle Group, Inc., “and quite possibly the most panoramic view corridor in the Allegheny Mountains. The family fortunate enough to purchase this property will acquire a piece of ‘Greenbrier History.’”

These homes will also enjoy close proximity to The Summit lodge and restaurant, along with the Activities Barn, mountaintop infinity pool and new equestrian center with mountain trail rides.

John Klemish, Broker in Charge and Advisor to the President, says that building these homes at The Summit will not only spur on more building on the summit but also add inventory to our depleted resale home list. “To live at the apex of Greenbrier mountain is to live in an incredible aerie with views that extend for miles and miles. The microclimate at the summit is cooler and many times above the cloud line and to witness the sun or moon climbing the sky is indeed a magnificent sight to behold.”

Summit 48 under construction.

Justice Announces Greenbrier Medical Institute

GBSC — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 17:47:02 +0000

Greenbrier Medical Institute Rendering

On a beautiful afternoon in the Allegheny Mountains this past summer, Jim Justice, Chairman and CEO of The Greenbrier Hotel Corporation, announced the development of a forward-thinking medical initiative, along with world-renowned physicians Dr. James Andrews, Michael Immel and lauded healthcare developer Jack T. Diamond.

For Justice, who bought the 6,500-acre resort in 2009, the decision was practical and emotional. “Over 200 years ago, people came here to improve their health; soaking in the sulphur water, using hollowed-out trees for bathtubs. That’s how The Greenbrier was born,” said Justice. “Now, we are redefining healthcare with the expertise of these highly regarded professionals, a state-of-the-art medical facility and forum for research and education. And we are doing it right here in West Virginia. How exciting is that?”

While the institute will be built in phases, the initial stages are estimated at $250 million. Phase I will include five buildings: a relocated and expanded executive health Greenbrier Clinic, a Jim Andrews sports medicine center, a cosmetic surgery and lifestyle enhancement academy, a sports performance and training facility and a boutique hotel with 20 VIP suites.

Greenbrier Medical Institute Rendering

The concept for this cutting-edge endeavor was developed by Andrews and Diamond, who envisioned a world-class medical complex which would revolutionize healthcare. In addition, Dr. E. Gaylon McCollough, an internationally recognized surgeon and teacher in the cosmetic surgery field, has joined the team. Their goal was to establish a medical mecca with numerous components including sports performance, wellness, research, product development, education, cosmetic surgery, preventive care and other specialties. At the same time, they wanted a place that would attract the best physicians and healthcare professionals in the world, in turn creating a think tank of global proportions. Throughout their discussions, locations such as London, England, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Brasilia, Brazil and Seoul, South Korea were considered. However, once the idea was presented to Justice, the concept became a reality with its home to be White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.

Greenbrier Medical Institute Rendering

The Greenbrier Medical Institute complex, designed by architect Willie Stokes, will feature classic Georgian architecture similar to the resort’s façade. A replica of the Springhouse, the site of the property’s sulphur springs, will be incorporated into the facility. The Institute will include guest suites for patients and their families. Diamond and his partner Mark E. Krohn are leading the development of this extensive project.

Greenbrier Medical Institute Site Plan Rendering