space compromising the balance . Over eighty-eight percent of the original forest land of the site was preserved in the development of the community , providing a lush and appealing environment . Underground utilities include town water and sewer , electricity and natural gas , plus fiber-optic cable for telephone , cable and high-speed internet access .
The key feature of the community is the Club ’ s Par 71 Championship golf course designed by Brad Faxon in conjunction with golf course architect , Brad Booth . Offering one of the area ' s finest country club and golf experiences , the parkland design provides the low handicap golfer a true test of the game while also providing an excellent range of course layouts for both competition and the recreational golfer . The various tee boxes offer six layouts ranging from 5,080 to 7,008 yards . The Bay Club is the only Certified Silver Audubon Signature Sanctuary in Massachusetts , with a focus on being a habitat for native butterflies abundant in the area .
Mattapoisett , Massachusetts , the location of the Bay Club in the southeastern part of the state , was settled in 1750 and officially incorporated in 1857 . There is evidence of Wampanoag Indian settlements throughout the town , and the name Mattapoisett is Wampanoag for “ a place of resting .” At the Bay Club , activity and recreation are the themes for the community lifestyle .
The Bay Club encompasses 625 acres ( with 300 acres of adjacent conservation land ), with The Country Club and golf course occupying 200 acres , while the six residential villages of 180 plus home-sites and 200 acres of deed-restricted open
In the colder months , the Club offers a heated Winter Golf Center complete with hitting bays , putting green , chipping stations and a golf simulator . Golf programs are tailored for the youngest players through the more serious , low handicap golfer as well as those just beginning to enjoy the game . In addition to a variety of tournaments and golf events throughout the playing season , the professional staff organizes several winter golf school trips and outings for both men and women . Together with the indoor winter practice facility , golf conditioning classes and Titleist Performance Institute ( TPI ) Golf Fitness
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