September, 2025

A Suite of Golf Courses to Enjoy Nearby Custom Homesites at Emerald Estates

If you’ve ever dreamed of living in a place where championship-level golf is just outside your door, Emerald Estates in Windsor, Colorado, makes that dream a reality. This collection of luxury golf course homesites in Northern Colorado is more than a beautiful place to call home – it’s a gateway to an unmatched golf lifestyle.

Here, you don’t just live near one great course. You’re surrounded by some of the best golf experiences in the state, including RainDance National Golf and Pelican Lakes Golf – two distinctive courses that are essentially within the community. And with an exclusive “45 Club” membership, you can enjoy both without ever loading your clubs into the car (especially in this golf-cart community).

The Premier Pair: RainDance National Golf & Pelican Lakes Golf

What sets Emerald Estates apart from other custom homesites and communities in Northern Colorado is its direct connection to two premier courses. They’re not just “nearby” – they’re integrated into the fabric of life here, making it easy to go from your driveway to the first tee in minutes.

  1. RainDance National Golf

Known as the longest course in North America, RainDance National stretches over 8,400 yards of beautifully crafted fairways. This is a full experience, blending the native arroyos, rolling topography of the Colorado plains with sweeping mountain vistas. Designed to challenge advanced golfers while still offering enjoyment for players of all skill levels, RainDance National is a masterpiece of course design.

From strategic bunkers to long-range views, every hole offers something new to discover. And because it’s in Emerald Estates’ backyard, you can get there by golf cart. Make a day of it, or make it an evening activity: the G.O.A.T. Ranch 65,000 square foot practice area puts on a show at night for putting practice and regular events and get-togethers. Grab a bite and a drink at The Grainhouse. 

  1. Pelican Lakes Resort & Golf

While RainDance National offers distance and drama, Pelican Lakes Resort & Golf brings water and wonder together, inspirationally. With more shoreline than any other course in the United States, Pelican Lakes is a visual stunner. Lakeside fairways wind around sparkling water features, creating both beauty and challenge.

The course offers a resort-style atmosphere, with a vibrant clubhouse scene, multiple dining options, and year-round playability. And just like RainDance National, it’s essentially within the neighborhood – reachable by golf cart via scenic community paths.

The “45 Club” Advantage

Why choose one backyard course when you can have both? The exclusive “45 Club” membership gives you full access to RainDance National and Pelican Lakes. That means you can play a round at RainDance one day, enjoy lakeside golf the next, rinse and repeat. For avid golfers, it’s the ultimate in convenience and variety – without ever hitting traffic.

To understand more about the 45 Club and membership availability, get in touch with send an email to membership@pelicanlakescc.com.

Beyond the Community: Championship Golf Across Northern Colorado

While RainDance National and Pelican Lakes may be the stars of the show, Windsor’s location places you in the middle of an incredible golf ecosystem. Within a short drive, you’ll find several other notable courses that add even more variety to your game.

  • Ptarmigan Country Club (Fort Collins) – A Jack Nicklaus-designed, private course offering tree-lined fairways, mountain views, and a classic country club atmosphere.
  • Highland Meadows Golf Course (Windsor) – A semi-private course known for its strategic design and beautiful Front Range scenery.
  • Mariana Butte Golf Course (Loveland) – A public course set among dramatic rock outcroppings and along the Big Thompson River.

Whether you prefer the exclusivity of private clubs or the accessibility of public courses, this particular locale of Northern Colorado offers something for every golfer.

The Lifestyle Benefits of Golf Course Homes in Northern Colorado

If golfing is a pleasure, a way of life, or even a career, it’s a no-brainer finding a home in a community that values the game as much as you.  

But if golf isn’t a regular agenda item, or you find more enjoyment in the manicured landscape and consistently-remarkable views, then living in a golf community isn’t just about the game – it’s about the lifestyle.

  • Unmatched Convenience – When the first tee is minutes from your home, you play more often and on your schedule.
  • Built-In Social Life – Golf clubs foster community and connections through tournaments, leagues, and clubhouse events.
  • Scenic Serenity – Enjoy open green space, water features, and mountain views as part of your daily environment.
  • Value Potential – Homes in established golf communities often hold their value well, making them appealing for both homeowners and investors.

At Emerald Estates, this lifestyle is elevated by spacious custom homes in Northern Colorado designed to fit your vision, and homesites positioned to take full advantage of the surrounding scenery.

Here, you can build your dream home on a generous lot, enjoy unmatched proximity to two world-class golf courses, and still be just minutes from additional Northern Colorado golfing gems.

You’re Invited to Experience It for Yourself

Ready to see what it’s like to live where every day can be a golf day? Explore our available golf course homesites in Northern Colorado by signing up using the form below, and discover how Emerald Estates can put you at the center of a golfer’s paradise by grabbing directions and visiting us in person.

Get in touch with Marissa to schedule a tour and experience RainDance National, Pelican Lakes, and the custom homesites firsthand.