Hallō Properties is excited to unveil “The Dodger” at Hallō Nelson, soon to be Canada’s only Troon-managed golf course. Designed by renowned architect Doug Carrick, the creator of acclaimed courses like Predator Ridge’s Ridge Course, Greywolf Golf Course, Muskoka Bay Golf Club, and Bigwin Island Golf Club, this new 18-hole course promises to elevate golfing experiences for enthusiasts in British Columbia and across Western Canada.
Construction is set to begin in early 2025, with completion expected by 2027. Nestled on a breathtaking 130-acre plateau overlooking Kootenay Lake and surrounded by the majestic Selkirk Mountains, The Dodger will transform the former Granite Pointe Golf Course into a captivating par-70 mountain course. The course will feature a dynamic blend of varying slopes, awe-inspiring lake and mountain vistas, dense forest enclaves, and expansive fairway meadows. This stunning environment will serve as the perfect backdrop for Doug Carrick’s exceptional design skills, enhanced by the world-class expertise of Troon Golf.
Carrick, celebrated as one of Canada’s leading golf course architects, is known for crafting timeless courses that offer an exceptional player experience. The Dodger will embody this commitment, especially with its dramatic 13th hole. This hole plunges over 50 meters from four high-elevation tee boxes, providing golfers with unparalleled views of Kootenay Lake and the surrounding mountain ranges.
“I am thrilled to be involved in the design of an exciting mountainside golf course for the new Hallō Nelson,” states Doug Carrick, Principal Golf Course Architect of Carrick Design. “Working with my clients Graham Kwan and Farhad Ebrahimi, along with their talented team of architects, planners and engineers, has been an incredibly captivating experience, as the team brings their vision for the property to life. The golf course will feature some of the most stunning views and dramatic elevation changes of any course I’ve seen anywhere in the world. The individual golf holes weave through undulating terrain, gradually climbing the mountain side exposing a tremendous variety of views and engaging golf shots. The towering evergreen trees and intricately sculpted bunkers will give the course a sense of timeless elegance and beauty. I have no doubt that it will be a golf course on many golfers’ bucket list when visiting Western Canada.”
The Dodger at Hallō Nelson will revitalize the historic course, originally opened in 1920, transforming it into a premier summer recreational destination and community landmark in Nelson. Managed by Troon’s elite team of professionals, this mountain golf course will be a highlight of Hallō Nelson, complementing the Kootenay region’s diverse outdoor and winter alpine activities.
The project will also include year-round Troon-managed hospitality offerings, such as a new clubhouse, fine dining options, boutique retail outlets, and luxurious accommodations and mountain homes.
“The Hallō Properties team has found a location destined to become one of the top golf destinations in Canada. Combining a stunning Doug Carrick-design with our experience and expertise in operating and marketing upscale golf properties is an exciting undertaking. Our joint intention is to make The Dodger at Hallō Nelson a flagship, Troon-managed property for Western Canada” notes Jim McLaughlin, Division President of TCS, a Troon company.
The Dodger is a centerpiece of the $500-million master-planned Hallō Nelson community, which is designed to enhance the allure of exceptional residences and amenities that reflect Nelson’s unique charm, vibrant community, and cultural appeal. Overlooking The Dodger’s first fairway, Hallō Nelson presents The First Homes, a collection of 24 exquisitely designed and fully furnished townhomes. These homes, crafted with unparalleled attention to detail, represent the finest in Canadian real estate and are now available for purchase.
According to the National Golf Federation (NGF), homes with direct frontage on or near a golf course typically enjoy a premium of around 15% in added value. The Dodger’s completion is expected to significantly increase the value of The First Homes, surpassing the NGF average due to Doug Carrick’s masterful design and Troon’s exceptional service and operational standards. As the only fairway frontage townhomes in the Hallō Nelson development, these properties are poised to become highly sought-after.
“The Dodger at Hallō Nelson is superbly geographically located close to the Canada-U.S. border, with direct air access from airports in Nelson, Castlegar, and Trail. Our location south of some of the other western Canadian golf courses allows us to open earlier and close later each season, ” states Graham Kwan, Development Principal of Hallō Nelson. “As the only golf course being operated by Troon in all of Canada, we also expect The Dodger to be highly appealing to our First Homes buyers, where their home ownership extends access to other Troon-managed courses worldwide through the company’s complimentary Troon Advantage program.”
Starting at $1.95 million, the fully furnished, four-bedroom First Homes on The Dodger’s first fairway offer a unique opportunity for discerning buyers and investors. These homes are priced competitively compared to similar properties on other Canadian golf courses under development. With limited inventory, Hallō Nelson’s First Homes represent a rare and valuable real estate investment, destined to become a timeless asset in an unparalleled setting.
