Bright’s Creek Bowling League Spotlight With Member Experience Director, Cathy Brovet

From relaxing walking trails to heart-pumping pickleball matches and endless rounds of golf at our Tom Fazio golf course, there’s adventure around every corner at Bright’s Creek. Our state-of-the-art Amenity Center, The Mill at Bright’s Creek, is the social epicenter of our mountain oasis. Whether you sweat it out at the fitness center, enjoy a swim in our saltwater-heated pool, or gather with great company at the poolside grille, life at Bright’s is full of fun, memories, and a full list of community activities.

This month, we chatted with our Member Experience Director, Cathy Brovet, to spotlight one of our most beloved Bright’s Creek social activities—our indoor two-lane bowling alley and community league. Read on to learn more about our unique on-site alley, hear from bowling league members, and discover how you can get in on the action right here at Bright’s Creek.

couple at bowling alley smiles at each other

Tell us all about the bowling alley at The Mill and how it came to fruition.

One of our owners was inspired to add a bowling alley to our community after visiting an out-of-state club. We thought it would be the perfect way to round out our Bright’s Creek activities offering, especially as we look for family-friendly winter recreation. 

Bright’s Creek members and their families absolutely love the bowling alley! It’s located inside our incredible Lifestyle Center, The Mill, conveniently located inside our gates. It brings people together and was thoughtfully designed to be a multi-generational entertainment destination. It’s a standard two-lane alley and everything is automated. There are 36 different bowling games you can play and a number of them are perfect for the kids and grandkids! It also features a variety of player modes, so it’s ideal for novices and pros alike. You can even take photos on screen or create your own avatar, so it’s a ton of fun.

It’s so much fun!  Something different to do with friends and family!” 

– Members, Berniece and Bob Boyle 

The bowling alley is open to our Bright’s Creek members and their families—just call the concierge to reserve a lane. Everything is included, from the bowling balls to the shoes, so we make it really easy for everyone to enjoy.

The Bright’s Creek Bowling League has really gained traction. Tell us about it!

bowling team

The response to the league has been amazing. It’s been going on for two years now, and last year we had 16 people join! The league runs for 10 weeks from January to March, with games every Wednesday from 5-7pm. While our winters in Western North Carolina are generally pretty mild, it’s still the perfect indoor activity for people to come together and enjoy. We’ve made it fun for the entire community with pizza specials every week as well, so it’s a great time for the whole family.

It is a fun option to take family and friends when they come to visit. Having the bowling lanes and league brings members together on a regular basis. This is unique to Bright’s Creek! It is a great way for all members to meet each other and socialize outside the typical golf club experience. It feels like our club and our bowling league. Because we all live here, the league is another way we share life together.” – Members, Joyce & Steve Wilson

We have a wide mix of skill levels and even have 2 semi-pro players on the league. It’s become a real social activity and is the perfect way for people to connect and meet each other. Our viewing window to watch each match is a hot spot—everyone gathers to watch even if they aren’t playing! It’s such a blast to see personalities shine and watch everyone progress each week. 

“Bowlers join, as do non-bowlers to share in the fun. Subs are always needed so it adds to the fun” says Bright’s Creek Members, The Boyles.

During games, the bowling bumpers are up, and teams have even started maneuvering trick shots off of them and really amping up the friendly competition. One trick is called the “Pierre Roll” named after one of our former semi-pros. 

The competitive side of us is excited to see more playoffs and tournaments,” says members, the Wilsons. “However, it’s just getting together, bantering with each other and having fun that’s the most important.

bowler

Bright’s Creek hosts a team rally on the first night and then we conclude our 10-week session with an awards banquet. With incredible player and team names like Silent Slider, Dancing Queen, and even hilariously irreverent names like IBS (Irritable Bowler Syndrome), how could it not be a great time all around?

Are you ready to explore all of the endless entertainment that Bright’s Creek has to offer? Uncover a world of unlimited possibilities at Western North Carolina’s premier golf community. Book your Discovery Tour today

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2024 Year in Review + 2025 Look Ahead with General Manager, Bill Bower

Happy New Year! As we reflect on 2024, we want to start by expressing our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing members and homeowners. Bright’s Creek is a truly special place, a fact that became even more evident this year in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Despite the unimaginable challenges dealt to us, the Bright’s Creek members, residents, and staff rose to the occasion. While our restoration efforts are ongoing, it is absolutely incredible what has been accomplished to date.

Despite the challenges posed by Hurricane Helene, 2024 was still a remarkable year for the club. Highlights of the year include:

  • Membership Growth: We welcomed 35 new members.
  • Community Growth: We had 15 new residents join our community through buying a lot or home.
  • Hurricane Recovery:
    • Reopened holes 11-19 after only 19 days and holes 1-9 in less than one month, including the construction of two new temporary bridges and the repair of bridges on holes 1 and 2.
    • Repaired creek bank and cart path washout on Hole 1; the cart path will be repaved in 2025.
    • Started construction of new bridges on Hole 10, and new permanent bridges to replace temporary ones on Holes 8 and 14 will be built in 2025.
    • Began restoration of the creek on Hole 10.
  • Community Engagement:
    • Food & Beverage participation grew by 20%.
    • Conducted a full calendar of member activities and events, including new additions, such as Wine & Bourbon Tastings, Winter Bowling League, Fireside Chat Enrichment Series, and Water Aerobics.
    • Together, we contributed a substantial number of supplies to the Polk County School Supply Program, ensuring local students had the tools they needed to succeed. Additionally, our annual gift drive for teens in foster care in the county brought joy to many during the holiday season.
  • Golf Course Excellence: Thanks to our superintendent, Paul Beam, and the entire golf maintenance team, we enjoyed excellent course conditions throughout the year. 
  • Builder Partnerships: We have strengthened our relationships with outstanding local builders who each have custom homes you can preview on our website. We will continue growing this successful program and adding new home and land packages this year.

Speaking of 2025, we are looking forward to this year more than ever! Here’s a preview of things to come:

  • New Head Golf Pro: Welcome to Beau Burgess, the new Head Golf Professional at Bright’s Creek Golf Club! Most recently, Beau was with Biltmore Forest Country Club in Asheville and the Union League National Golf Club in Philadelphia. He is a graduate of NC State with a degree in Professional Golf Management.  
  • Golf Course Upgrades:
    • In 2025, we will commit additional resources to continue the process of exposing the property’s natural beauty with selective tree removal, as well as enhanced maintenance around the creeks. We will remain steadfast in our commitment to providing the highest quality playing conditions.
    • New Club Car electric golf carts with GPS will be added.
  • Facility Improvements:
    • Repainting of the cart barn.
    • Paving of the clubhouse drive and lower parking area.
  • Community Engagement: Our Member Experience Director, Cathy Brovet, has several upcoming social engagement opportunities, including community hikes, wine dinners, speaker series, and coffee with the GM.

As we continue to pursue our vision of making Bright’s Creek a premier private club community in Western North Carolina, focused on family-oriented amenities and extraordinary member experiences, we deeply appreciate your ongoing support. We anticipate that 2025 will be another year of positive growth as we work to further elevate the member experience through expanded opportunities and enhanced services.

Best regards,

Bill Bower
General Manager

Ready to join us for your best year yet? Contact our real estate team directly at (828) 600-5132 to start your journey today.

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2023 Year In Review + a Bright Future Ahead

What a year of amazing milestones and memorable moments it’s been at our Mill Spring mountain community! From grand openings and welcoming fresh faces to building brand-new homes and so much more, our momentum has felt truly magical. 

This month, come along with us as we look back at 2023’s accomplishments—and see into the future of Bright’s Creek as we share sneak peeks into what’s in-store for 2024.

Brights Creek Pool

All About Amenities 

At Bright’s Creek, outdoor living and entertainment are part of our DNA. This past summer, we opened our highly anticipated, brand-new amenity center, The Mill to rave reviews. This state-of-the-art center lies right in the heart of Bright’s Creek and was brought to life by thoughtful feedback from our community members. It features a boutique feel with a top-of-the-line fitness center and a stunning heated saltwater pool. You’ll also enjoy a variety of food and beverage options and a new pizza oven at the pool bar and grill, along with an indoor bar area for meeting with friends over a drink. Plus, with an outdoor fire pit that overlooks the majestic mountains surrounding our community, it’s truly a year-round social destination. 

We also unveiled our brand-new, two-lane bowling alley at The Mill, which has been a huge hit for both family nights and date nights alike! Reserve a lane and bring your own ball or use one of ours.

Brights Creek fitness center
Fitness Center

“We’re as active as you want to be,” says Jessica Justice, Bright’s Director of Membership and Events. “You’ll find games, dinners, special events, clubs, and activities—but you won’t find huge crowds of people. We truly have a small boutique feel that gives us the opportunity to curate experiences based on community feedback,” she says.

A special welcome to the 32 new members who joined Bright’s Creek Club in 2023. We look forward to enjoying your company and getting to know you better!

Exciting Expansions

Our oasis is thriving and growing, with 15 new homes under construction in 2023 alone. “Bright’s Creek is the perfect place for anyone with a trailblazing spirit,” says General Manager, Bill Bowers. “It’s the perfect time to join us and help shape the future and personality of what our community becomes,” Bower says.

Now, there are even more ways to bring your custom mountain home to fruition. Our Builder Partner Program has increased this year, with seven talented builder partners now on our roster. Along with our expert real estate team, our builders are here to help guide you every step of the way to bring your dream North Carolina home to life. Each an expert in different styles and specialties, you’ll find the perfect fit for you and your family. Meet our preferred builders here.

A Look Ahead: 2024 Vision

Trotting Into the New Year

Our unrivaled Equestrian Center has seen exponential interest over the last year, thanks to our very own Heather Chambers. She’s one of our expert on-site real estate agents, but also a passionate equestrian enthusiast who was the driving force behind breathing new life into the center. Learn more about Heather and her work with the Bright’s Creek Equestrian Center in our blog post.

As a thriving North Carolina equestrian community, we’re thrilled about the possibility of growing and customizing the equestrian experience based on what’s important to our members. While the famed Tryon International Equestrian Center is just minutes from our gates, our on-site center is exceptionally unique to our mountain community. Stay tuned in 2024 for new expansions and plans to continue our momentum to keep elevating our equestrian offerings!

Brights Creek mountain view

 

Real Estate Expansions

Searching for a luxury cottage experience in a prime mountain location? The Bright’s Creek collection of Jackson Ridge Luxury Cottages are on track for a 2024 completion! With stunning mountain and golf course views in most lots, bonus rooms, and sites near our new amenity center, there’s no better place to call home. With just 9 cottages available, be sure to contact our real estate team for more.

Bright Creek Cottage
Bright Creek Cottage

There will also be a new and exciting way to experience your future dream home starting next year! We’re teaming up with our building partners to create Foundational Plans, which include assigning a home plan to a lot and building out its foundation. With a couple already on the horizon, these immersive plans will help Bright’s Creek prospects envision how their lot can come to life. Imagine stepping into a new beginning and experiencing your true mountain view before you even move in. 

Brights Creek is so special for so many reasons and has a bright future ahead. If you’re interested in calling this mountain community home, contact our real estate team directly at (828) 600-5132 to start your journey today.

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