- 10Documented amenities
- 1982Founded
Elk River Club is a private country club in Banner Elk, North Carolina, in Avery County. It is operated by Member-owned club.
It has 1 documented golf course, with amenities including clubhouse, dining, fitness and other documented facilities.
The initiation fee runs around $37,500.50, with recurring dues documented below. Documented membership types include nonresident memberships.
Culture research describes it as golf-first, wellness-focused and residential community.
Location & Directions
Membership & Golf Access Cost
Available information estimates the initiation fee for Golf membership at approximately $37,500.50. Other sources report figures as low as $25,001 and as high as $50,000.
Available information estimates the annual membership dues for Golf membership at approximately $12,500.50. That is approximately $1,041.71 per month before other fees. Other sources report figures as low as $10,001 and as high as $15,000.
Initiation fee
$37,500.50
Membership dues
$12,500.50
These published costs may only apply to a specific membership category, access type or year. Fees, dues, passes, green fees, assessments and availability can change, so confirm current terms with the Club before you commit.
Membership
Here's what's documented about how to join Elk River Club, including the membership types on offer and what applying involves.
Membership options and availability
- Membership types
- Resident; Non-Resident
- Nonresident membership
- Yes
Joining requirements
- Application process
- Submit the membership inquiry/contact form or contact the Membership Director; membership is by invitation only.
Amenities & Facilities
Reported amenities at Elk River Club include clubhouse, dining, fitness and other documented facilities.
Racquet sports
- Court details
- 6 Tennis courts | Har Tru surface
- 3 Pickleball courts
Club facilities and recreation
- Available amenities
- Equestrian facilities
- Yes
Golf
Golf at Elk River Club includes 1 documented course.
Course overview
- Courses
- 1
- Course details
- 18 holes | par 72
Course design
- Architects
- Jack Nicklaus
Policies
Documented policies for Elk River Club cover guest access. Rules may change by event or season, so confirm before you visit.
- Guest policy
- Elk River Club is private, member-owned, and membership is by invitation only; the golf operation serves members and their guests.
Club Culture & Public Commentary
This section shows what published articles and reviews say about the social atmosphere at this Club, so you can get a sense of the culture before you apply. It only appears when we found real evidence to back it up.
This documented Culture trait is shared by about 26.2% of 141 researched North Carolina Club records.
- Golf-first
- Wellness-focused
- Residential community
Culture context
A golf-first residential mountain community with a strong wellness and active-lifestyle focus.
Club History
How long Elk River Club has been around and what's shaped it, based on published sources. A well-documented history can be a sign of stability, but it doesn't tell you about today's management or member experience.
Elk River Club was founded by Harry and Spencer Robbins, who partnered with Jack Nicklaus to create his first North Carolina Signature Course.
Additional Club Details
Elk River Club is operated by Member-owned club.
- Ownership or operator
- Member-owned club
Additional statistics
Additional Statistics
Every state and national benchmark we have enough research behind to show for Elk River Club: price, age, golf, access and amenities, compared against other Clubs in North Carolina and nationwide. A few of the most decision-relevant ones are already called out next to their facts earlier on this page; this section has the complete picture, using only facts we have enough research behind to compare fairly.
Club age context
Founded in 1982
That represents about 44 years of documented history. The Club predates approximately 33% of 149 other North Carolina Club records with a usable founding year and 29% of 3514 compatible records nationwide. The documented median founding years are 1964 in North Carolina and 1959 nationwide.
Documented Club profile
Lodging, spa and dining
This combination is also documented at 6 other North Carolina Clubs and 122 other Club records nationwide.
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Residential community
This documented Culture trait is shared by 26.2% of 141 researched North Carolina Club records and 16.2% of 3391 researched records nationwide.
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Sources & Verification
These are the sources behind the facts above. Check them yourself before making a decision, since some information may have changed since it was published.
- golflifenavigators.com/composite/elk-river-club Pricing SourceSupports: Membership & access pricing
- www.elkriverclubnc.com/the-club Research SourceSupports: Club history
- bannerelkauction.com/property_overview.htm Research SourceSupports: General research
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- www.bannerelkluxuryhome.com/property_overview.htm Research SourceSupports: General research
- www.elkriverclubnc.com Research SourceSupports: General research
- www.elkriverclubnc.com/amenities Research SourceSupports: General research
- www.elkriverclubnc.com/golf Research SourceSupports: General research
- www.elkriverclubnc.com/membership Research SourceSupports: General research
- www.privateiq.golf/clubs/north-carolina/banner-elk/elk-rive… Research SourceSupports: General research