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In
the late 1800's Boston philanthropist James W. Tufts
had a dream of finding a warm, centrally located area
where one could maintain a relaxed and leisurely
lifestyle. After purchasing a large tract of
land he teamed with renowned golf course architect,
Donald Ross, and together they built what is today
rightfully named "The Home of American
Golf." Boasting over 40 world-class golf
courses, the Sandhills region has become host to some
of the most prestigious events in golf history,
including the most recent 1999 U.S. Open.
Although the rolling terrain, mild climate and
longleaf pine forests make this beautiful land ideal
for "the game", the Sandhills has transpired
into much more. It is tennis, riding, quaint shops,
varied restaurants, and an array of fairs and
festivals. The Sandhills of today represents the
fulfillment of much that James Tufts envisioned when
he set foot here over a century ago. Rich in
history, tradition and natural beauty, this most
unique community offers an approach to living that is
unparalleled.
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| Location |
Moore
County and the Sandhills region of North Carolina are
located mid-way between the states of New York and
Florida. We are also situated in the middle of
the state which means within 2 to 4 hours, you can
either be breathing the fresh mountain air of the
Appalachians or having fun in the sun at the sandy
Atlantic Coast. Our area is easily accessible to
three North Carolina cities including, Raleigh,
Charlotte and Greensboro. Below are the approximate
driving distances to several popular destination:
- Asheville, NC
- 215 miles
- Charleston, NC
- 235 miles
- Charlotte, NC
- 106 miles
- Fayetteville,
NC - 35 miles
- Greensboro, NC
- 85 miles
- Myrtle Beach,
SC - 150 miles
- Raleigh, NC -
71 miles
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| Climate |
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Sandhills has a year round climate that is "not
too hot and not too cold!" Our moderate
temperatures and dry conditions are largely due to the
protection we receive from The Appalachian Mountains,
keeping most cold and rain-filled fronts just to our
west. With a combination of mild temperatures,
sandy soil and a hilly terrain our conditions are
almost perfect the whole year for either morning or
afternoon tee times. For today's forecast or an
extended area outlook visit the weather center in the
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| Education |
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Moore County School System has 21 public schools,
including 12 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and
4 high schools. As an alternative to the public
school system, 3 private schools are available -
The O'Neal School, an independent college-preparatory
day school, The Calvary Christian School in Southern
Pines, and The Episcopal Day School, an independent
school founded in 1949 for elementary and preschool
students. We are also proud to have one the
states top community colleges located just minutes
from the heart of Pinehurst - Sandhills Community
College which among others, offers a nationally
recognized landscape gardening program. Other
higher education institutions within short driving
distance include Duke University, University of North
Carolina, N.C. State, and Wake Forest University. |
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| Health
Care |
 When
moving to a new area, health care is sure to be a
primary concern. Here in Moore County top notch
health care facilities and professionals are available
to ensure you and your family enjoy an active, healthy
life. First Health of the Carolinas provides
comprehensive quality care and has been recognized for
their excellence as a top-100 hospital in three
categories: 100 Top Orthopedic Hospitals, 100
Top Cardiovascular Hospitals, and its latest honor,
100 Top Stroke Hospitals. For more information
about First Health of the Carolinas visit their web
site at www.firsthealth.org
or if you want to learn more about the 100 Top
Hospital awards visit www.100tophospitals.com.
 The
First Health Fitness Center is an
impressive facility reflecting our hospitals
commitment to wellness. Memberships are
available to all Moore County residents with
opportunities to join an array of comprehensive health
programs. The center boasts an eight-lane indoor
pool, strength and cardiovascular training equipment,
racquetball courts, aerobic studios, sauna/steam
rooms, basketball/volleyball court, cushioned indoor
walking/jogging track and well staffed nursery.
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