Community guide · Johns Creek

Country Club of the South

Guard-gated golf estates in Johns Creek

LocationJohns Creek, GA · Johns Creek
EntryGuard-gated
Closest team facilityBraves — Truist Park · ~34 min
Closest commercial airportHartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int'l (ATL) · ~57 min

Overview

Country Club of the South is a guard-gated golf community in Johns Creek, north of Atlanta, built around a Jack Nicklaus-designed course. It's known for large estate homes, a private club and the kind of controlled entry that appeals to high-profile families.

The tradeoff is the drive: downtown venues and the airport are a significant commute, so it fits best when the household prioritizes security and space, or when the facility is in the northern suburbs.

Gated access & security

Entry is controlled through a staffed gate. Ask for current staffing hours, guest and vendor procedures, and any patrol arrangements.

For crime statistics, rely on official sources: search any address on the LexisNexis Community Crime Map ↗, or check with the local police department or sheriff's office.

Privacy

Large lots, wooded buffers and limited through-traffic give strong privacy on most streets. Homes on the course have more rear exposure.

Homes

Large custom estates, many with basements, guest quarters and space for a home gym or sports court.

Lifestyle

Golf, tennis and club life, with Johns Creek and Alpharetta dining and shopping nearby, including Avalon. Lake Lanier is within reach for boating.

Flood & insurance

Most homes are outside FEMA high-risk zones, but lots near creeks or the Chattahoochee can differ. Check each address on the map.

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Getting around

Commute from Country Club of the South

Estimated drive times from the center of the community to pro and college team facilities and airports, without traffic. Peak-hour times can be much longer, so Mary tests real commutes at the hours that matter to your schedule.

Drive estimates to team facilities
Teams & trainingDriveDistance
Braves — Truist Park34 min21.6 mi
Hawks — Emory Sports Medicine Complex (practice) (approx. location)34 min22.3 mi
Atlanta United — Training Ground (Marietta)38 min24.3 mi
Falcons / Atlanta United — Mercedes-Benz Stadium40 min26.4 mi
Hawks — State Farm Arena40 min26.6 mi
Falcons — Training Facility (Flowery Branch)44 min27.5 mi
Dream — Gateway Center Arena56 min36.7 mi
Drive estimates to college athletic facilities
College athleticsDriveDistance
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets — Bobby Dodd Stadium37 min25.0 mi
Emory University Eagles (approx. location)39 min22.9 mi
Georgia State Panthers — Convocation Center41 min27.5 mi
Georgia State Panthers — Center Parc Stadium41 min27.9 mi
Kennesaw State Owls — Fifth Third Stadium43 min24.9 mi
Atlanta University Center (Clark Atlanta, Morehouse, Spelman) (approx. location)44 min28.2 mi
Georgia Bulldogs — Sanford Stadium (Athens)1 hr 19 min56.5 mi
Drive estimates to airports
AirportsDriveDistance
DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK, private)27 min15.4 mi
Fulton County Airport–Brown Field (FTY)46 min30.8 mi
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int'l (ATL)57 min37.4 mi
Nearby

Schools, marinas & trails

Private schools

  • Wesleyan School12 min
  • Greater Atlanta Christian School22 min
  • Blessed Trinity Catholic High School23 min
  • Mount Vernon School (Upper Campus)24 min
  • Marist School27 min

Marinas

  • Holiday Marina (Lake Lanier) (approx. location)36 min
  • Lake Lanier Islands marinas (approx. location)37 min
  • Aqualand Marina (Lake Lanier)42 min

Walking & biking trails

  • Big Creek Greenway (Alpharetta)12 min
  • Chattahoochee River — Cochran Shoals (approx. location)32 min
  • Silver Comet Trail (Smyrna)40 min

Estimated drive times without traffic. School admissions, enrollment availability and marina slip availability vary, so ask Mary for current details.

Before you buy

Questions to ask about Country Club of the South

Mary verifies these for your specific home before you commit.

  1. What are the gate staffing hours, and how are guests and vendors cleared?
  2. Is club membership required, and what does it cost?
  3. What are the HOA dues and rental restrictions?
  4. How long is the peak-hour drive to your facility and the airport?
  5. Is the lot on the course or in the interior?
Questions

Country Club of the South FAQ

Is Country Club of the South a gated community?

Guard-gated. Entry is controlled through a staffed gate. Ask for current staffing hours, guest and vendor procedures, and any patrol arrangements.

How private are homes in Country Club of the South?

Large lots, wooded buffers and limited through-traffic give strong privacy on most streets. Homes on the course have more rear exposure.

How far is Country Club of the South from the team facilities and stadiums?

Estimated drive times from the center of Country Club of the South, without traffic: Braves — Truist Park about 34 min; Hawks — Emory Sports Medicine Complex (practice) about 34 min; Atlanta United — Training Ground (Marietta) about 38 min. Rush-hour drives can take much longer.

What private schools are near Country Club of the South?

The closest private schools by estimated drive time include Wesleyan School (about 12 min), Greater Atlanta Christian School (about 22 min), Blessed Trinity Catholic High School (about 23 min), Mount Vernon School (Upper Campus) (about 24 min).

Is Country Club of the South in a flood zone?

Most homes are outside FEMA high-risk zones, but lots near creeks or the Chattahoochee can differ. Check each address on the map.

Who can help me relocate to Country Club of the South?

Mary Stinyard is a Tampa-based luxury Realtor licensed in Florida and Georgia who specializes in discreet relocation for athletes, coaches and executives. She evaluates Country Club of the South using the Athlete Property Scorecard™ and verifies security, privacy, commute and flood details for your specific needs.

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Scorecard ratings reviewed by Mary Stinyard · October 18, 2026.