The Joy of Life Restored.
“There are those who can live without wild things, and some who cannot”
— ALDO LEOPOLD
Welcome to Sand Valley, a golf resort and community settled gently upon 12,000 acres of rugged, pre-historic sand dunes in central Wisconsin. Here, residents and guests alike will find five world-class golf courses built in harmony with the land, friendly and welcoming hospitality, and a community of golf and outdoor enthusiasts that have been drawn to the raw beauty and serenity of the vast Wisconsin Wilderness.
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BUILD A LIFE AT SAND VALLEY
To build at Sand Valley is to settle gently within the natural landscape and preserve its inherent beauty and serenity. When you build at Sand Valley, you participate in a process that puts the land first and leaves minimal impact. Sand Valley Builders, our trusted team, considers every detail of your home’s construction from sight lines to timelines.
SEDGE VILLAGE
Nestled along the western edge of the resort, Sedge Village is the newest ownership opportunity at Sand Valley. This collection of homesites is anchored by several new amenities, including the tennis center, a 40 acre lake surrounded by massive sand dunes, as well as Sedge Valley, a Tom Doak-designed 18-hole golf course which will open in 2024. From panoramic views of the golf course, to long views over Luna Lake, each homesite was thoughtfully planned and provides the perfect setting to enjoy all that Sand Valley has to offer year-round.
COURT TENNIS
THE GALLERY ITALIAN RESTAURANT
LUNA LAKE
SPA (FUTURE EXPANSION)
PADEL & PLATFORM TENNIS (FUTURE EXPANSION)
NEW PUB (FUTURE EXPANSION)
FEATURED ARCHITECTS
Sand Valley has partnered with three award-winning architects to assist owners in creating the perfect family retreat that will respect and honor the natural landscape. Whether owners are interested in a custom Estate or a turnkey Cottage design and build process, the architects working with Sand Valley thoughtfully plan and site every residence to ensure that each room in the home captures the full beauty of the surrounding landscape.
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Booth Hansen aims to capture the unique quality of each project. They address an owner’s functional needs while seeking a direct connection with the human spirit through architecture’s timeless, poetic language and vision. With every project, Booth Hansen looks to create beautiful places that people will treasure for years to come.
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The Kubala Washatko Architects is a collaborative team of creative thinkers, craftspeople and advocates who are passionate about designing regenerative places that strengthen communities. A philosophy of wholeness is at the heart of every decision. They believe that the idea of sustainable design cannot be separated from the everyday work of creating good architecture.
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Northworks practices on a philosophy of excellence in design and an appreciation for individuality. Their belief in creating exceptional spaces regardless of architectural style has led to a diverse portfolio ranging from contemporary to historic preservation.
GOLF AS IT WAS MEANT TO BE
GOLF
Golf as it was meant to be is at the heart of Sand Valley. The resort is home to Sand Valley (Coore & Crenshaw, No. 15 on Golfweek’s 2023 Top 100 Resort Courses list) and Mammoth Dunes (David McLay Kidd, No. 16 on Golfweek’s 2023 Top 100 Resort Courses list), along with the 17-hole short course, the Sandbox and, opening in 2024, Tom Doak’s heathland-inspired Sedge Valley. Adjacent to the resort is The Lido, a private club, open to those staying at the resort Sunday to Thursday. Among the most captivating stories in the game, The Lido is a detailed recreation of C.B. Macdonald’s lost Long Island gem.
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Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw created a routing with massive and exposed sand dunes, firm and fast fairways, and a multitude of strategic playing options. Sand Valley is fun and playable, but can be set up to provide a serious challenge.
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David McLay Kidd designed a journey around a majestic landscape, enormous fairways, big accessible greens, and visually-unique hillsides of exposed sand. Along the way, his design skews toward helping, which increases thrill and enjoyment.
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C.B. Macdonald’s long-lost gem has been restored at Sand Valley by Tom Doak and the promise of Lido has intrigued many as one of the great lost wonders of the world. Golfers will be captivated by Lido’s demand for strategy and its bold design, including many classic templates such as the Alps, Redan, Punchbowl, and Eden. Open to those staying at the resort Sunday to Thursday
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Designed by Coore & Crenshaw, The Sandbox plays through a restored sand prairie that sits within the same v-shaped sand ridge that frames Mammoth Dunes. The short course features the most unique green complexes on the property, including A Biarritz, Double Plateau, Lion’s Mouth, and A Redan.
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Sedge Valley, designed by Tom Doak and inspired by the great heathland and links courses of London and the english coast, brings back a more intimate scale and classically styled holes. Golfers will encounter the timeless strategies and elements of courses that Doak believes have best withstood the endless advances of the game.
Sand Valley is a celebration of the outdoors. Hike or ride fat-tire bikes through miles of wilderness trails. Enjoy the unique experience of lawn tennis on 16 grass courts. Play a few rounds of bocce. Swim, paddleboard, kayak, or fish in our beautiful lakes among the dunes. From summer to winter and all in between, life at Sand Valley is one of play within the rugged prairie landscape. Winter brings new pursuits. Experience everything from curling to ice hockey, ice fishing, to snowshoeing, and even the restorative physiological and psychological benefits of a guided cold plunge in the frozen lakes. In every season, immerse yourself in and celebrate all that the Wisconsin wilderness provides.
THIS IS THE JOY OF LIFE RESTORED
SIMPLICITY
We believe in stripping away the unessential to expose what is real, honest, and authentic in life. We seek to promote an experience that transports all who come here, away from the busyness of life and into the beauty of a simpler, more joyful experience.
