The Bear's Club is an upscale gated community in Florida, offering unparalleled golf course luxury living for those buying a golf home in the area. Founded in 1999 by couple Jack and Barbara Nicklaus, The Bear's Club was created to provide members and guests a world-class golf and club experience.

1. Homes

Top professional golfers and professional sports stars who love the game choose this golf community because of its exclusivity and world-class golf. Whether you are searching for a golf villa, club cottage, or estate home, The Bear's Club in Jupiter is for you.

Golf homes in this community include 68 luxurious estate properties, 11 club villas, and 17 golf villas. If you're looking for a premier golf club experience, then consider buying a golf property in The Bear's Club.

Golf homes range - $1 million to $7 million

2. Location

The Bear's Club is located in Jupiter and was previously owned by John D. McArthur until Jack Nicklaus purchased the land. The land was divided into two parcels, one becoming the Bear's Club and the other became the Trump National Golf Course.

One reason to consider buying a golf home in The Bear's Club is its neighborhood, right in the middle of the Northern Palm Beaches and entertainment venues that include The Eissey Theatre, Kravis Center, and the Maltz Jupiter at Palm Beach State College.

Palm Beach International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport are a short drive away, as are many fine Atlantic Ocean beaches. It is also east of Interstate 95 and just north of Donald Ross Road.

3. Weather

The hot season in Jupiter lasts for four months, from the first week of June to the end of September, with an average daily high temperature above 86°F. The cool season lasts for three months, from the first week of December to the first week of March, with an average daily high temperature below 77°F.

4. Golf Course

Jack Nicklaus had long wanted to bring a first-rate golf club to his adopted home of South Florida. He made this come true when he built The Bear's Club, and he spared no expense in creating another unique golf experience.

The result is a championship course that radiates a Lowcountry feel as it actuates through a property rich in native vegetation, pines, cypress trees, old oaks, and wetland areas.

The course can be challenging even with the best golfers. Strategically and aesthetically placed throughout are 102 bunkers. Many of them are steeply flashed and a collection of medium-to-large undulating greens.

The 18 hole course features 7,164 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par 72. It has a slope of 146 on Bermuda grass, and the course rating is 75.2.

5. Clubhouse

The Bear's Club boasts a 40,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, which offers unmatched levels of elegance and luxury set within a 400-acre community.

6. Membership

The current membership fees are $90,000 for a Full Golf Membership, 80% refundable with annual dues of $25,000. For Non-Resident Membership within 50 miles of the Club, the membership fee is $70,000 at 80% refundable with yearly dues of $15,000.

7. Dining

Buying a golf property in The Bear's Club opens you to endless dining choices. Jupiter is not just well known for its sun and sea, but there is plenty in this area to satisfy every palate, from a kosher breakfast to a seafood dinner.

Options for dining around The Bear's Club are:

• The Divebar Restaurant
• Center Street Nook
• Food Shack
• Little Moirs Leftovers
• Dune Dog Cafe
• Jetty's
• Salute Market
• Krave Restaurant

8. Equestrian Trails

The surrounding areas at The Bear's Club offer different options for equestrian trails in Jupiter.

Loxahatchee Slough

Over 4 miles of equestrian trails are located in the northwest portion of this natural area. Take advantage of the activities you can enjoy here, including canoeing, horseback riding, biking, etc.

Riverbend Park

Whether you enjoy walking, bicycling, canoeing, there is an activity for you in Riverbend Park. Nearly 10 miles of hiking and biking trails, 7 miles of equestrian trails, and 5 miles of canoeing and kayaking allow for hours of enjoyment.

Historic Jupiter-Indiantown Trail

Equestrian use includes a two-mile improved trail segment through Cypress Creek Natural Area that is also open for hikers and bikers. Additional amenities include shade shelters, a trail-head with horse trailer parking.

9. Activities and Beaches

Beaches

Golf residents in The Bear's Club and those buying a golf house in the area can enjoy the different beaches surrounding Jupiter. Here are some of them:

Jupiter Beach Park

Take a dip into the small lagoon or walk over the large sandy beach. This place is the perfect area to relax and watch the waves run into the jetty.

Carlin Park

This massive beachfront park offers different activities such as bocce ball, softball, volleyball, and tennis. The park also features multiple unique training stations and offers special events to visitors.

Ocean Cay Park

Is it a fantastic beach for the whole family no matter what time of year you visit? Lots of open grassy space gives it a comfortable, secluded feeling, but there is much to do.

Activities

Aside from playing golf at The Beach Club, golf property owners and those buying in the area can enjoy the many activities in Jupiter.

Fishing expeditions

There are different companies offering fishing expeditions for fish lovers out there. You can even join a fishing expedition at night and catch some fish with friends and family.

Scuba dive

Get to see over 1000 fish of 650 different species, along with rays, octopus, sea stars, and parrotfish, while interacting with them.

Go on a cruise

Rent a private charter yacht and do what you want on the water. Sailing on a private yacht will take you along the beaches of Jupiter Island or Palm Beach, where you will see some of the most impressive golf homes in the state.

1o. Housing Market

In 2021, Golf homes prices in Jupiter went up to 20.0% compared to last year. This means that homes in The Bear's Club are selling 53 days compared to 66 days last year. Golf homes in the area get multiple offers, with hot homes selling for around the list price. Check what golf properties are for sale in Jupiter here.