Sun and Fun Golf Association - Golf Travel Specialists

DISCOVER SOCO FALLS

Soco Falls is truly a hidden gem, located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, not far from Waynesville NC, and just inside the Cherokee Nation boundry.   Access the small easy to miss parking area for the trailhead.  The short, but not well maintained trail will take you down to the wooden observation deck for beautiful views of this duel and majestic waterfall.  For better views, take the scurry trail down the base of the falls.  This option is only recommended for those with climbing and hiking skills.

Waynesville GC

We invite you to join your SFGA friends on a Western Carolina Mountain Golf Getaway this summer at the newly renovated Waynesville Inn & Golf Club. Waynesville is located about 30 miles southwest of Asheville between the Great Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountains. At about 3,000 feet in elevation the summer weather is typically less humid and at least 10 degrees cooler than many other parts of the US. The end of the August is a fine time visit as the golf conditions are ideal and the kids are starting to head back to school. In fact the resort experiences a little lull in business before the busy labor day weekend, so they've invited the SFGA to experience their freshly renewed accommodations, restaurants and play their fully renovated 18-hole course.  We'll also play two other nearby golf courses, Maggie Valley and Springdale Resort's Golf Course.


With a legacy dating back to 1926 when famed golf architect Donald Ross chose an old dairy farm as the perfect setting for his “Carolina 9” course, the foundation of the Waynesville Inn and Golf Club has always been one of understated excellence. The 165-acre historic property is now home to 18 holes of breathtaking golf, 72 well-appointed guest rooms, 6,000 square of event space, a picturesque Event Lawn and dining that expertly complements any occasion. Members and guests alike can expect state-of-the-art facilities and amenities encapsulated within a legacy as timeless as the surrounding mountain-scape.

BE SURE TO ENJOY THE LOCAL DINING EXPERIENCES IN WAYNESVILLE

Fresh local ingredients plated and served in the shadows of the Smoky Mountains. That is Appalachian True dining. Here a list of the most popular places to enjoy the tastes and sips of Waynesville.

  • Beach Mountain Diner (Closes at 3pm Daily)
  • Birchwood Hall Southern Kitchen
  • Boojum Brewing Company
  • Blue Rooster Southern Grill
  • Chef’s Table (Fine Dining) (Closed Sun & Mon)
  • Maggie's Galley Seafood Restaurant (Closed Tue & Wed)
  • Dillsboro Chocolate Factory
  • Frog Level Brewing Co (Gastropub)
  • Haywood Smokehouse (BBQ) (Closed Sun & Mon)
  • Suwana Asian Cuisine (Asian Fusion)
  • Sweet Onion Restaurant (Closed Sun & Mon)
  • Third Bay Filling Station (Cafe)
  • Valé 241 Southern Italian Kitchen

Sun and Fun Golf Association
71 Burbank Drive 
Palm Coast FL 32137 USA
info@sunandfungolfassociation.com
+1 (904) 823 - 3083

Springdale GC

Package Inclusions:

Rooms in the 4 Bedroom 4 Bath Golf Cottage

E) $2.595 Per Golfer, Double Occupancy or $5,190 Per Couple in your own King Bedroom, the Cottage's Living Room, Dining Area and Kitchen are common areas.

WAYNESVILLE INN & GOLF CLUB

A TAPESTRY COLLECTION GOLF RESORT by Hilton

Waynesville, North Carolina

What could be finer than joining the SFGA this summer in Carolina?

Rooms in the Golf View Building

A) $2,395 Per Golfer, Double Occupancy or $4,790 Per Couple staying in Golf View King or Double Queen Room with Patio or Balcony view of the Golf Course.

B) $3,259 Per Golfer, Single Occupancy staying in Golf View King or Double Queen Room with Patio or Balcony Overlooking the Golf Course.

Tentative Itinerary:

Dining Options:

Golf & Adventure Travel Expeditions, Inc. organizes and operates trips for the Sun and Fun Golf Association.
Golf & Adventure Travel Expeditions, Inc. is a registered seller of travel with the State of Florida. Registration No. ST-34491
©2024 Golf and Adventure Travel Expeditions Inc.

Blue Rooster Southern Grill

Package Prices with Room Options:

Rooms in the Historic Inn
C) $2.495 Per Golfer, Double Occupancy or $4,990 Per Couple staying in The Historic Inn's King or Double Queen Room with a Patio or Balcony.
D) $3,458 Per Golfer, Double Occupancy staying in The Historic Inn's King or Double Queen Room with a Patio or Balcony.

Springdale GC

SPRINGDALE RESORT GOLF CLUB​

The Springdale Golf Club is well-maintained, well-routed, and enjoyable from the first tee to the 18th green. Its surroundings and vistas may soothe even the most aggravating shot. The front nine plays into a valley and the back nine has more of a mountain feel incorporating uphill and downhill elevation changes.  The course features stunning views of Cold Mountain and Mt. Pisgah. Overall the course is fun to play offering generous fairways and receptive greens.  Their award winning club house opened in 2022 and is home to the Rocky Face Tavern which serves both lunch and dinner. The restaurant has a nice dining room and bar and an outstanding terrace overlooking the the 18th hole. The golf and food & beverage staff are friendly and professional. This is one of our favorite golf clubs in this part of the Carolina's and we are excited to bring the SFGA there this summer.

Boojum Brewing Company

Chef's Table Restaurant

WAYNESVILLE INN & GOLF CLUB​

The resort offers three different dining options: The Grill, the Watershed Tavern and the Turn House.

  • The Grill is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and is located on the first floor of the Historic Inn. The Grill also has a full service Bar.
  • Watershed Tavern is a Restaurant and Lounge open daily at 4:00pm and is located on the ground level of the Historic Inn directly across from the Golf Shop.
  • The Turn House is a Sandwich and Snack Outlet next to the Historic Inn & events lawn and is open from 11:00am until 5:00pm.

DALE'S WHEELS THROUGH TIME MUSEUM

The Wheels Through Time Museum is home to the world’s premier collection of rare American vintage motorcycles. Located 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, in beautiful Maggie Valley, NC, this all-American motorcycle museum houses over 300 of America’s rarest and most historic classic motorcycles, with over 35 makes on display, including the likes of Harley-Davidson, Indian, Excelsior, Crocker, Henderson, Pope, Elk, Flying Merkel, and Flesher Flyer. The museum is considered one of Western North Carolina’s premier museum and tourism attractions and features dozens of motorcycle-related exhibits, ranging from board-track racers, hillclimbers, original paint machines, American Class “C” racing, choppers and bobbers, and one-of-a-kind motorcycles. 

Maggie Valley GC

Event Details:

Saturday, August 17, 2024:

  • Guests arrive and the resort's check-in time is 4:00pm. If you arrive early, consider exploring the quaint historic downtown area of Waynesville where you'll find art galleries, cafes, restaurants, shops, and more.
  • 6:00pm Welcome Cocktail Reception(Open Bar) followed by Welcome Dinner in Waynesville's Historic Inn (Casual Attire).


Sunday, August 18, 2024:

  • 7:00am Breakfast service begins in The Grill Restaurant in Waynesville's Historic Inn.
  • Golf is scheduled this morning on property at Waynesville Golf Club, be sure to take advantage of the fantastic new practice facilities including full driving range, short game chipping/bunker area, lighted Himalayan putting green, and par three short course.
  • 10:30am Tee Times begin. Today is a fun round with no planned competition. Let us know if you'd like to be paired with your friends.
  • No planned dinner tonight, you might consider one of the many restaurants in nearby Waynesville or Maggie Valley.


Monday, August 19, 2024:

  • 7:00am Breakfast service begins in The Grill Restaurant in Waynesville's Historic Inn.
  • Golf is scheduled this morning off property at Springdale Resort's Golf Golf Course located about 20 minutes driving from Waynesville. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your tee time so you'll have time to get ready prior to your tee time.
  • 10:00am Tee Times begin. Today's round is a 2 best of 4 team competition.
  • No planned dinner tonight, you might consider one of the many restaurants in nearby Waynesville or Maggie Valley.


Tuesday, August 20, 2024:

  • 7:00am Breakfast service begins in The Grill Restaurant in Waynesville's Historic Inn.
  • Today is a free day to explore the local area. Waynesville is quite charming with tree-lined sidewalks, brick walkways, and cute storefronts in historic buildings. A walk down Main Street will make you feel at home in this welcoming town. Places to visit include Waynesville Art Galleries, Restaurants, Craft Breweries, Bakeries, Mast General Store, the Historic Frog Level District and more. You may also consider Shelton House Museum of NC Handicrafts or the Haywood County Blue Ridge Craft Trail. And Great Smokey Mountain National Park Visitor's Center is only about 35 minutes away. So, there is a lot to do nearby!
  • No planned dinner tonight, you might consider one of the many restaurants in nearby Waynesville or Maggie Valley.


Wednesday, August 21, 2024:

  • 7:00am Breakfast service begins in The Grill Restaurant in Waynesville's Historic Inn.
  • Golf is scheduled this morning off property at Maggie Valley Golf Club located about 15 minutes driving from Waynesville. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your tee time so you'll have time to get ready prior to your tee time.
  • 12:10pm Tee Times begin. Today's round is a Odds & Evens (1 best on odd numbered holes and 2 best on even numbered holes) team competition.
  • No planned dinner tonight, you might consider one of the many restaurants in nearby Waynesville or Maggie Valley.

 

Thursday August 22, 2024

  • 7:00am Breakfast service begins in The Grill Restaurant in Waynesville's Historic Inn.
  • Golf is scheduled this morning on property at Waynesville Golf Club, be sure to take advantage of the fantastic new practice facilities including full driving range, short game chipping/bunker area, lighted Himalayan putting green, and par three short course.
  • 9:30am Tee Times begin. Today is a fun round with no planned competition. let us know if you'd like to be paired with your friends.
  • 6:00pm Until We Meet Again Cocktail Reception(Open Bar) followed by Awards Dinner in Waynesville's Historic Inn (Casual Attire).


Friday August 23. 2024

  • 7:00am Breakfast service begins in The Grill Restaurant in Waynesville's Historic Inn.
  • 11:00am Hotel check out time. Have a safe trip home and thanks for joining us in Waynesville!

Things to do near Waynesville:

AUGUST 17 - 23, 2024

WAYNESVILLE GOLF CLUB​

In April of 2021 the Raines Company purchased the Waynesville Inn – Golf Resort and Spa. The property was rebranded with a new logo and name, the Waynesville Inn and Golf Club. In partnership with Bobby Weed Golf Design, the course underwent an extensive renovation to become an 18-hole 6,500 yard championship golf course with bent grass tees, fairways and greens. The Original 9 was restored and practice facilities were added including a lighted Himalayan putting green, short game chipping/bunker area, full driving range and par three short course. The transformation was much needed and the results are fantastic. Waynesville always had fun course, now it is completely upgraded and well maintained. This is where our SFGA Golfers will play our first and last rounds during our week-long stay.

GREAT SMOKEY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK​

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park received 14.1 million visitors in 2021.  That is more than any other National Park in the United States.  The majority of those visitors saw the park by traveling along The Great Smoky Mountains Scenic Byway, otherwise known as Newfound Gap Road or Highway 441.  A scenic drive along the The Great Smoky Mountains Scenic Byway will take you through the heart of the National Park, allowing you to see historic structures, dense forest, wildlife, and access to the highest peaks and some of the most scenic views available in the park.  The road provides access to many hiking trails and waterfalls as well, including the famous Appalachian Trail.  From Waynesville, the Oconoluftee visitor center in the Great Smoky Mountains National park is the starting point for the Great Smoky Mountains Scenic Byway in North Carolina.  The visitor center is about 45 minutes from Waynesville.

The Golf Courses:

Waynesville GC

MAST GENERAL STORE

Discover all you need for life! Mast General Store is always a fun place to visit when browsing the shops of downtown Waynesville. It's a unique emporium featuring traditional fashions, comfortable footwear, outdoor and travel gear, rocking chairs, cast iron cookware, country gourmet foods, decorative home accessories, toys powered by imagination, and over 500 old-fashioned candies.  The store is huge with multiple floors and contains all kinds of things you probably don't need, but since you are on vacation you may just as well go ahead and buy it anyway! Don't miss the sweets section!

  • Six nights, with a choice of accommodations at the New Waynesville Inn & Golf Club, A Tapestry Collection Golf Resort by Hilton. Participants may choose from:
    • Golf View Rooms are in a two story remodeled motel type building and every room has a patio or balcony that overlooks the the 7th & 8th holes of the golf course. These rooms are a little larger than the Inn rooms and are located about a 3 minute walk from the Historic Inn.
    • Waynesville's Historic Inn King or Queen Bedded Room (these rooms are smaller than the Golf View Rooms but are conveniently located near the resort's restaurants, bar and golf shop)
    • Or you can opt to share a 4 Bedroom Golf Cottage where each bedroom has a king bed and its own private bath and the living room, dining area and kitchen are common areas of the cottage. The cottage is brand new and is ideal for four couples that may wish to visit and stay together.
  • Breakfast each morning in The Grill inside Waynesville's historic Inn.
  • Welcome Reception (open bar) followed by Group Dinner on our first night (August 17, 2024)
  • Awards Reception (open bar) followed by Group Dinner on our last night (August 22, 2024)
  • Four Rounds of Golf with Carts and Practice Range Balls Prior to each round.Golf will be played at:
    • Waynesville Golf Club (2 Rounds)
    • Maggie Valley Golf Club
    • Springdale Resort's Golf Course at Cold Mountain
  • Two tournament rounds where the formats are: 2 Best of 4 and Odds & Even, four person team play.
  • Tournament entry fees are included in your package price. Prizes will be awarded.
  • The resort fee is included and provides internet access via Wifi, State of the art practice facilities including: short game chipping/bunker area, lighted Himalayan putting green, and par three short course, fitness center access, self-parking, swimming pool and more.
  • Gratuities on planned meals, Taxes and Resort fees are included. 

ART ENTHUSIASTS MAY FIND THE WAYNESVILLE ART GALLERY SCENE OF INTEREST

Waynesville is Haywood County’s oldest town with over a century of experience as a quaint mountain retreat. Even before the railroad made it easy to get here, visitors flocked to the Waynesville for the cool, clean air, clean water, outstanding scenery and an opportunity to escape sweltering cities.

Take a stroll down the streets of Downtown Waynesville and visit local galleries. You find pottery thrown by a local artist that is perfect for that empty space on your bookshelf. You'll find jewelry that is as unique as you are. Best yet, you'll find inspiration that you can pack up and take home with you.

Recommended stops along the Waynesville Gallery Hop inlcude: ·  Green Hill Gallery (34 N Main Street) ·  Haywood County Arts Council Gallery & Gifts (86 N. Main Street) ·  TPennington Art Gallery (15 North Main Street) ·  Faces of the Wood (137 Depot Street) ·  Twigs and Leaves Gallery (98 North Main Street)·  Jo Ridge Kelley Fine Art & Teaching Studio (136 N Main Street)·  Sun Sohovich Art Gallery and Studio (140 N. Main Street, 2nd Floor).

Maggie Valley GC

MAGGIE VALLEY GOLF CLUB​

The golf course at Maggie Valley highlights some of Western North Carolina’s most spectacular scenery. This established, 6500-yard course is surrounded by centennial trees and includes 30 acres of fairways leading to large bent grass greens. The front Valley Nine allows players to warm up before tackling the significantly more challenging Mountain Nine, which features an elevation rise of 800 feet and panoramas of the valley and beyond.