The Village of Pinehurst

At the turn of the century, James Walker Tufts, whose endowment created Tufts University, selected this extraordinary setting for a health resort. Frederick Law Olmstead - the man who designed Central Park - was commissioned to lay out the town and landscape it and the Village of Pinehurst was born.

Mr. Tufts completed his new hotel, The Carolina, in 1901. Activities for guest included playing cards, dancing, taking walks, or carriage trips. As early as 1897, golf was introduced to the area. To enhance the enjoyment of golf for his guests, Tufts employed Donald Ross, a young Scotsman, as a golfing professional. Mr. Ross remained at Pinehurst until his death in 1948. The names of Tufts and Ross are forever linked to Pinehurst.

Today, the residents and guests of Pinehurst can enjoy the work and vision of the men who worked so hard to pursue a vision of a village with beautiful streets and architecture, enjoyable pastimes, a mild climate, and the fragrant pine forests.

The charm of the village lies in buildings that remain steeped in tradition and history. The brick walks and abundant landscaping and flowers have welcomed people to the hospitality of the south with a "New England" style village

Pinehurst's first hotel, The Holly Inn, opened for visitors only seven months after Tufts first saw the spot he named Pinehurst. The Holly, as seen below, has just undergone major renovation is a show place for guests to enjoy today.

Prudential Gouger O'Neal & Saunders has been privileged to be in the center of the village for over 38 years. The two story building you see above is the home of our Pinehurst Office. We enjoy living and working in the village just as Mr. Tufts envisioned at the turn of the century!

"It's a beautiful day in Pinehurst!"

In 1996, Pinehurst was designated as a National Landmark for its significant part in the history of golf in the United States. The genius of Tufts, Ross and Olmstead are our heritage.