www.RossBridge.com — Eight distinct residential neighborhoods, a lively village center, an exquisite Robert Trent Jones golf course and a $100 million luxury resort give this award-winning 1,700-acre enclave all the elements of a classic American resort town. The Ross Bridge master plan encompasses a total of 1,600 high-quality homes and townhomes nestled in the lush, green foothills of the Appalachian Mountains outside Birmingham, Alabama. Buyers will find an appealing range of architectural styles, home configurations and prices in this safe, family-friendly environment, with more than 200 acres of community parks, playgrounds, lakes and nature areas. In addition to the 8,191-yard championship golf course — one of the newest on Alabama’s famous Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail — residents will enjoy privileged access the five-star amenities of the Renaissance Ross Bridge Resort & Spa, including shops and restaurants, tennis courts, a swimming pool and a luxurious 12,000-square-foot spa. Despite the community’s pleasantly secluded atmosphere, Ross Bridge is just minutes away from a full spectrum of recreational and cultural attractions in and around the city of Birmingham.
Acreage: 1,700 acres (688 hectares) Acreage: 1,700 acres (688 hectares)
Golf: The resort’s magnificent 8,191-yard championship golf course is one of the newest additions to Alabama’s famous Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, which the New York Times has called “some of the best public golf on Earth.” Ross Bridge is also just a few miles from the 54-hole Robert Trent Jones complex at Oxmoor Valley.
Clubhouse: The centerpiece of the Ross Bridge development is a 259-room Renaissance-style hotel and conference center that provides a complete selection of resort services and amenities.
Dining: The resort offers a choice of formal and casual restaurants, plus a coffee shop and a festive lobby bar. Additional dining options can be found in surrounding communities within a few minutes’ drive from the development.
Tennis: Two outdoor tennis courts are available at the resort.
Fitness: The hotel fitness center features a choice of cardiovascular machines and weight training equipment.
Business Center: A full range of business and conference services is available at the hotel business center.
Recreation: The Ross Bridge property has five miles of activity trails for bird watchers, hikers, nature enthusiasts and cyclists, with numerous community parks, green spaces and nature areas maintained for the enjoyment of all residents. Nearby Oak Mountain State Park, Alabama’s largest state park, is a haven for mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, hiking, camping and other outdoor recreational pursuits.
Spa: The resort’s luxurious 12,000-square foot spa offers an enticing menu of massage treatments and salon services.
Swimming: A lovely outdoor junior Olympic swimming pool is accessible to all community residents.
Shopping: The village center harbors a selection of neighborhood shops and boutiques, and two major shopping malls are located within about 10 miles of the resort. Residents also will have easy access to a complete range of major retailers, specialty shops and commercial services throughout the Birmingham area.
Area Attractions: In recent decades, Birmingham has evolved from its 19th-century mining and industrial roots to become an attractive modern city, and one of the South’s principal business and banking centers. The city and its surroundings offer a rich array of cultural and recreational attractions, including a vibrant downtown area, the well-regarded Birmingham Museum of Art, the Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park, the Alabama Adventure theme park, the International Motor Sports Hall of Fame and the Talladega Superspeedway.
Townhomes: Convenient townhomes are available with prices ranging from $220,000 to over $260,000.
Homes: Ross Bridge presents a choice of custom homes and developer-built homes in a variety of styles and configurations, priced from $240,000 to over $1,000,000.
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