Calling All Golfers!

Say hello to Huntsman Springs! 

If you are a golfer then this is a must see place. This golf course is ranked in the top 10 in the US and in the top 25 in the world. It was designed by David McLay Kidd who was born and raised in the world of golf in the country which started it all, Scotland.

This golf course is amazing for it is not only stunningly beautiful but really an amazing course to play. It was built on what use to be a marsh land. With careful design the landscaping and hills were placed to create some awesome waterways, creeks and ponds in the course. 

Driving a golf cart through this place was stunning. Everywhere I pointed my camera it was a beautiful picture. The golf cart paths weave in and out of the scenery by way of dikes, bridges and boardwalks. 

I talked a few of the golfers to ask there opinions of the course. They had only good things to say about the place. 

But let's say your not a a big time golfer. Don't worry Huntsman Springs took that into consideration as well. There is a restaurant and a wellness center on the grounds.

There is  playground for kids of all ages. 

Not too mention a pool, hot tub and poolside grill as well. 

For the more active guests there is a 2 mile boardwalk through a 450-500 acre wildlife preserve. There are also several private fishing ponds and just a short walk or bike trip away there is the quaint, country town of Driggs, Idaho.

Driggs, Idaho kind of reminded me of a small and more friendly version of Jackson Hole or Sun Valley. There are fresh produce market places, art galleries, window shops, a museum and variety of cuisines. 
There is a path directly from Huntsman Springs to town making it easily accessible by car, bike or on foot. On your way back to Huntsman Springs be sure to stop and check out what's in the corral at the main entrance. 
As you have probably noticed in the pictures the mascot for this place is a buffalo.

Allow me to introduce you to Pierre the white buffalo. 

Pierre has received the nickname of Lucky Pierre do to the fact he is kind of the king of the place. In the pasture you will find him and all his ladies happily grazing near the barn.

Look little Pierre Junior!

So you have seen the buffalo, explored the town, done a little swimming and played a round of golf, now what? How about settling in for the night and curling up by the fire in one of these accommodations. 

These homes all have a rustic but modern feel to them. They are private and cozy nestled right in on the golf course providing fabulous views from every window. Now you and your family can get some sleep and rest up to start all over again tomorrow.

A few other activities within just a short drive of Huntsman Springs is the Targhee Ski Hill, Yellowstone National Park and the town of Jackson Hole. There are a huge variety of activities to explore here all year round. Just to make things even more convenient, Huntsman Springs is located directly across the road from the airport. This airport is small so you don't have to worry about the busy noise of over head traffic but the runway is long enough to make sure anyone who wants to land here can.I really enjoyed my visit to this amazing place and if this article has peaked your interest and you want to know more here is their website http://www.huntsmansprings.com/ Thank you to Huntsman Springs and all their friendly and accommodating staff.