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The Ford Plantation is ideally located just outside Savannah, GA and only 15 minutes from the Savannah International Airport, the location is hard to beat. At The Ford Plantation you are surrounded by natural beauty, deep water and world-class private amenities, with the highest level of professional staff to ensure that you enjoy it all. Once the winter home of Henry and Clara Ford, The Ford Plantation has now been preserved as a luxurious private community and only 400 homes will ever grace these 1800 acres of pristine Georgia low country.
Only The Ford Plantation offers you an unbeatable variety of amenities, there is something for every member of the family:
- No tee time private Pete Dye Golf course
- Equestrian center and sixteen miles of trails
- Great variety of dining and venues
- Private day spa
- Historic Inn accommodation
- Social, arts and culture
- Sports Barn, fitness center, tennis and swimming
- Naturalist
- Silk Hope Marina and boat ramp
- Fresh and saltwater fishing
The Ford Plantation Amenities
Private Pete Dye Golf Course
The legendary Pete Dye was given an unlimited budget and a free hand to design this championship golf course in the mid-1980's. The front nine is designed around 250 acres of freshwater lakes. The back nine is an exquisite Scottish-links style design created on a bluff that juts out into Lake Clara within one of the original plantation rice fields.
His design is a seen as a tough but fair test of golf and Pete Dye is quoted as saying, "This is arguably my
finest Southern design."
There are no tee times required. Whether you are a seasoned low handicapper and want to take on the course from the back tees (7105yards) or a new high handicapper and want to enjoy the front tees (5539 yards), you can play at your own pace while you take in spectacular vistas of this golf course.
Equestrian Center and Trails
Be it pony rides for the children or more advanced pursuits that you are interested in, The Ford Plantation caters to even the most discerning enthusiast. The herd at The Ford Plantation is a mixture of privately-owned and plantation-owned horses. The breeds and disciplines of horses vary quite widely. Some horses are boarded at the plantation barn and some owners choose to have their horses in their own back yard with their private barns. The Ford Plantation Barn has 22 modern climate-controlled stalls and offers a full a-la-carte menu of services from basic turnout to tacking and even tack cleaning services. There is a gorgeous dressage arena located at the bard and a separate arena for show jumping at The Main House. You can enjoy 14 miles of groomed trails wandering along the Ogeechee River on one end of the community or explore a Georgia pine forest on the other end of the plantation. The variety of activities and equestrian amenities is truly world class.
Dinning
The Ford Plantation is well aware that people come to Savannah with high culinary expectations and the expert staff caters accordingly. One of the most appreciated features of dining at The Ford Plantation is not simply the culinary quality and creativity but the variety. The food and beverage team works hard to keep it interesting and they have a beautiful buffet of venues to choose from: the elegant Clubhouse, the casual poolside grill at Lake Dye, family style meals at The Main House, Oyster Roasts at The Oyster House or outdoor dining at The Ogeechee Outfitters Clubhouse... the bottom line is that you are not likely to get bored.
Private Day Spa
Set amongst centuries-old live oaks just steps from the tranquil Main House gardens a full menu of pampering and relaxation awaits you!
Accommodation
The Main House was built by Henry and Clara Ford as a winter retreat and this historic 1900's waterfront mansion now server as a private five-bedroom bed and breakfast. Come spend a few nights as guests at the plantation, soaking in the plantation, people, activities and amenities. Visit the "Invitation" page for more details on spending a few nights.
Social, Arts & Culture
The Ford Plantation offers a year-round schedule of events including:
- Art classes, artist-in-residence programs
- Photography classes and trips
- Live performances - the likes of the Alexander String Quartet
- Wine tasting events
- Gardening club
- Book Club
- Bridge Club
- Seasonal events - 4th July, Easter, Christmas, Homecoming, Oyster Roasts
- Special vintners dinners
- Charity events
There really is no finite list of events. At the request of the membership, the plantation concierge and club manager can make arrangements to cater for almost any group.
Sports Barn, Fitness Center, Tennis and Swimming
Located in the heart of the plantation in Cherry Hill Village is the Sports Barn. Here you will find a full spectrum of exercise equipment, free weights, and daily fitness and wellness classes. The Sports Barn has two full squash courts, three har-tru tennis courts, and a grass court for bocce or croquet. Next to the Sports Barn is the Lake Dye Grill, a beautiful lakeside setting for the two heated and cooled pools, one just for children. There is also an elaborate tree house and playground for the smaller children to enjoy while you play tennis or use the exercise facilities.
Naturalist
Mike Womble is passionate about the outdoors. As the full time certified naturalist at The Ford Plantation, it will be Mike's pleasure to help you enjoy this wonderfully diverse coastal ecosystem. Mike runs a year round program which includes kayak and canoe exploration of the waterways, night time alligator spotting, guided nature walks, wildlife and birding photography classes, bicycle tours…in short, all things outdoors!
Silk Hope Marina
The Ford Plantation offers a beautiful modern marina which can hold boats up to 65 feet in length. Henry Ford originally built the marina for his boat, “Little Lulu.” Ford’s grandchildren’s footprints decorate the steps at the top of the marina. The location is hard to beat for boating and fishing with your choice of the river, the lakes, a short trip to the Intracoastal Waterway, the Atlantic Ocean, or the Gulf Stream. At the marina, you will also enjoy the convenience of the Ogeechee Outfitters store for vital supplies or just a great place to hang out after a day on the water while exchanging hard luck stories about the one that got away...or not. If you do not have your own boat, no problem. The Ford Plantation maintains a small but diverse fleet of boats which are available to the members for a nominal cost.
Fishing
Redfish...blue crab...flounder...Georgia shrimp...sea trout...striped bass...crappie...bluegill…all are abundant in this remarkable unspoiled tidal waterway: the mighty OgeecheeRiver!
Or try your luck in one of the six or seven freshwater lakes on the plantation! There is no excuse not to fish....tight lines are the order of every day.
Don’t forget the children! They are never too young to get hooked on fishing so get them out there with you.
Hunting & Shooting
As a member of The Ford Plantation Club, you will enjoy access to Dorchester Shooting Preserve and Fins & Feathers.
- Upland bird hunting
- Dove and marsh hen hunting
- Deer, turkey, hog hunting
- Inshore and offshore fishing
- River and barrier island tours
- Hiking and biking
- Bird watching
- Nature photography
- A challenging sporting clays course, including a five-stand located on over 30 acres
- A fully equipped lodge and 3 well appointed private cabins. Both facilities are an easy drive from The Ford Plantation and offer pristine Georgia hunting and shooting. (Dorchester 17 Mile drive) (Fins and Feathers 25 mile drive).
- Art classes, artist-in-residence programs
- Photography classes and trips
- Live performances - the likes of the Alexander String Quartet
- Wine tasting events
- Gardening club
- Book Club
- Bridge Club
- Seasonal events - 4th July, Easter, Christmas, Homecoming, Oyster Roasts
- Special vintners dinners
- Charity events
There really is no finite list of events. At the request of the membership, the plantation concierge and club manager can make arrangements to cater for almost any group.
Sports Barn, Fitness Center, Tennis and Swimming
Located in the heart of the plantation in Cherry Hill Village is the Sports Barn. Here you will find a full spectrum of exercise equipment, free weights, and daily fitness and wellness classes. The Sports Barn has two full squash courts, three har-tru tennis courts, and a grass court for bocce or croquet. Next to the Sports Barn is the Lake Dye Grill, a beautiful lakeside setting for the two heated and cooled pools, one just for children. There is also an elaborate tree house and playground for the smaller children to enjoy while you play tennis or use the exercise facilities.
Naturalist
Mike Womble is passionate about the outdoors. As the full time certified naturalist at The Ford Plantation, it will be Mike's pleasure to help you enjoy this wonderfully diverse coastal ecosystem. Mike runs a year round program which includes kayak and canoe exploration of the waterways, night time alligator spotting, guided nature walks, wildlife and birding photography classes, bicycle tours…in short, all things outdoors!
Silk Hope Marina
The Ford Plantation offers a beautiful modern marina which can hold boats up to 65 feet in length. Henry Ford originally built the marina for his boat, “Little Lulu.” Ford’s grandchildren’s footprints decorate the steps at the top of the marina. The location is hard to beat for boating and fishing with your choice of the river, the lakes, a short trip to the Intracoastal Waterway, the Atlantic Ocean, or the Gulf Stream. At the marina, you will also enjoy the convenience of the Ogeechee Outfitters store for vital supplies or just a great place to hang out after a day on the water while exchanging hard luck stories about the one that got away...or not. If you do not have your own boat, no problem. The Ford Plantation maintains a small but diverse fleet of boats which are available to the members for a nominal cost.
Fishing
Redfish...blue crab...flounder...Georgia shrimp...sea trout...striped bass...crappie...bluegill…all are abundant in this remarkable unspoiled tidal waterway: the mighty OgeecheeRiver!
Or try your luck in one of the six or seven freshwater lakes on the plantation! There is no excuse not to fish....tight lines are the order of every day.
Don’t forget the children! They are never too young to get hooked on fishing so get them out there with you.
Hunting & Shooting
As a member of The Ford Plantation Club, you will enjoy access to Dorchester Shooting Preserve and Fins & Feathers.
- Upland bird hunting
- Dove and marsh hen hunting
- Deer, turkey, hog hunting
- Inshore and offshore fishing
- River and barrier island tours
- Hiking and biking
- Bird watching
- Nature photography
- A challenging sporting clays course, including a five-stand located on over 30 acres
- A fully equipped lodge and 3 well appointed private cabins. Both facilities are an easy drive from The Ford Plantation and offer pristine Georgia hunting and shooting. (Dorchester 17 Mile drive) (Fins and Feathers 25 mile drive).
