History
CCC has a rich history that showcases the changes and growth of our club. We pride ourselves in continuously growing with our members.
In the Beginning...
On May 26, 1950, CCC was founded as Gainesville Country Club, Inc. by six men.
The founding members were:
- Leslie F. Quinlan, Chairman
- John H. Davis, Secretary
- O. B. Leverett
- Oscar J. Lilly
- Tom H. Paris, Sr.
- W. H. Slack
1954
On December 17, 1954 the club’s name was changed to Chattahoochee Country Club. The original slate of officers at this time were:
- President: Jesse D. Jewell
- Vice President: Tom H. Paris
- Secretary: John H. Davis
- Treasurer: Paul L. Turner.
Charter Initiation fees were:
Senior Resident (Ages 35 & Older) $600, Intermediate Resident (Ages 30-35) $300, Junior Resident (Under 30) $180, Non-Resident Membership $360, Initiation fees include 20% federal tax; payment plans were available. Dues were set at $100/ month.
1957
As Lake Lanier was filling, the original golf course was flooded, so Athens Country Club allowed members of CCC to use their golf course and clubhouse until a new course was built.
CCC sold the City of Gainesville 187.1 acres of land for $53,270.95 for the purpose of building a golf course to replace the one covered by Lake Lanier.
1958
In May of 1958, the City of Gainesville decided they no longer wanted any part the golf course project. By July of ’58, club member A. D. Wright had decided to donate his full time supervision to completion of the course.
1959
The first structure, “The Pavilion”, was completed at a cost of $35,000 including two boat docks housing 27 slips each, a dining room, kitchen, and small room behind the bar.
1960
The Chattahoochee Golf Course, owned by the city, opened for play. Charles Aaron was hired to be the head golf professional. Records indicate that CCC had approximately 250 members in 1960.
During this time, we also had possession of The Walker Cup due to Tommy Aaron winning as part of the American team during 1959.
1973
Chattahoochee Country Club member, Tommy Aaron, wins the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday, April 8, 1973.
1985
Plans for the new clubhouse were finalized, designed by our very own member, Jack Bailey.
1987
The new clubhouse was completed, coming in under $3.5 million dollars, increasing the clubhouse space from 8,000 square feet to 35,000.
June 1, 1987: The pool reopened, brand new, just in time for summer after renovations began in March! This new pool deck featured updated furniture and a view of Lake Lanier.
1988
On February 22, the Jewell Room was dedicated to the first Club President, Jesse Jewell. Mr. Jewell was known for making Gainesville the “Poultry Capital of the World” and was a national leader in the poultry industry.
1994
The new pool facility was completed and opened to the membership. This renovation came in at a cost of $920,303.
1996
A Masters Tournament portrait of 1983 champion, Tommy Aaron, was unveiled and dedicated to CCC. Today, this portrait, along with other memorabilia from Mr. Aaron can be found in “Aaron Hall” in the clubhouse.
During the 1996 Olympics, CCC was honored to host the U.S. Olympic Sprint Canoe/Kayak Team and ACOG Competition Management. The team and coaches joined members for a dinner celebration where they spoke about their experience, signed autographs, and members who participated as Bearers of the Flame were recognized.
2017
The new pool facility was such a popular destination that additional renovation was needed. A kiddie pool, slides, and additional seating were added.
2020
The clubhouse flooded, causing irreparable damage to the Grille and Bar. This unforeseen project was used as an opportunity to upgrade our dining area and increase our bar space, as well as some of our banquet spaces.
2022
The members of CCC approved a $2.3 million renovation to the pool facilities, adding on additional seating at our Dining Pavilion, extending our kitchen and storage, adding a handicap accessible bathroom and covered walkway, installing a new draft beer system, and adding cantilevered umbrellas to our pool deck. The 2022 pool season ended the day after Labor Day so that crews could get to work and the project was completed in just nine months, allowing the pool to open on schedule for the 2023 season!