Local Spotlight: Chapel Hills Mirror Lake Golf Club

West Atlanta Tree Service • November 5, 2021

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The first blog post to highlight areas of interest in and around Douglas County, Georgia is  Chapel Hills Mirror Lake Golf Club

Today's Post: Chapel Hills-Mirror lake Golf Club


Chapel Hills Golf Club

A hidden gem, the 18-hole course at Chapel Hills in Douglasville is another favorite for member play. It's designed by Rocky Roquemore and Jeff Burton with greens that are some of the best kept on any course in this area!

A high above it all clubhouse offers scenic views from its roof top patio or you can host events inside among our private dining room amenities--including signature service charges just like anywhere else around here.


Mirror Lake Golf Club

Mirror Lake is a creation of the mind and hands, crafted by Rocky Roquemore with Jeff Burton. The 36 hole golf course offers some spectacular views that will delight you as much they do members who have been coming here since it opened in 1999! In addition to four outdoor tennis courts and swimming pool there's also an elegant clubhouse where guests can enjoy grilling their meal on either tableside service or walkup orders from any seat--it doesn't get more convenient than dining patio side!.


Club Amenities can be anything from an on-site fitness center to spa treatments. Club members at this club enjoy access to everything they need for the perfect dance experience!


Golf

Membership includes access to both Mirror Lake Golf Club and Mirror Lake Golf Club.


Chapel Hills

"Chapel Hills, located just west of Atlanta in Douglasville, Georgia, has been delighting Members and guests ever since it opened in 1992. Clustered with another Member favorite, Mirror Lake, the Chapel Hills cluster is one of the most popular in our Atlanta collection of championship golf courses."

"Walking is permitted after 3 p.m. on weekends/holidays."


Mirror Lake

"Mirror Lake, located just west of Atlanta in Villa Rica, Georgia, is a Rocky Roquemore and Jeff Burton creation that has been delighting Atlanta Members and guests ever since its opening in 1999. Although it opened as a 27-hole golf course, the addition of nine more holes in November of 2006 made Mirror Lake a 36-hole facility."

"Walking is permitted after 3 p.m. on weekends/holidays."


Tennis

From their website:

Chapel Hills Tennis
Chapel Hills features four tennis courts that are open daily and can also be lit for night play. Tennis clinics are offered throughout the year, as well as group and private instructional lessons.


Mirror Lake Tennis
Mirror Lake features four tennis courts that can be lit for night play. Tennis clinics, as well as group and private lessons are available. 



Swimming

From their website:

Take a dip in the Chapel Hills pool
Fun for the entire family all summer long. Membership includes access to several pool facilities, including full sized swimming and kid's pools with lifeguards on duty during pool hours.

Families can enjoy time together relaxing by the pool from May 28 to August 3, from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. The snack bar at Chapel Hills is open from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
From August 4 to September 5, the pool is open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. (11 a.m. – 4 p.m. is swim at your own risk), as well as Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. The snack bar is open weekends only during this time.


Mirror Lake Pool
Summer fun for the entire family awaits you at Mirror Lake. Membership includes access to several pool facilities, including a full-sized and kids' swimming pool with lifeguards at Mirror Lake.

Families can enjoy time together relaxing by the pool beginning May 28. From May 28 to Aug. 3, the pool is open from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. and the snack bar is open from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily.

Beginning on Aug. 4 and going through Sept. 5, the pool will be open Monday-Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (11 a.m. to 4 p.m is swim at your own risk), and on weekends from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. During these dates, the snack bar is only open on the weekends.


Children's programs

From their website:

In addition to great pool and tennis amenities, our golf clubs frequently offer golf clinics, tennis clinics and seasonal activities specifically tailored to children.


The information in this article was provided by the Mirror Lake Golf Club and Chapel Hills Golf Club. If you need more details, contact them directly at 770-949-0030 or 770-459-5599 for both locations!


At West Atlanta Tree Service we are proud to live here and support our local community. We hope you find these posts informative. If you have a need for tree service, we would be glad to come out and give you a free quote. Call us at 770-830-3828



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