If you visited St. John’s Resort in Northville, a suburb of Detroit, in the past you will not recognize it after its latest redesign by Ray Hearn. Founded in 1949, St. John’s was previously a Catholic Seminary under the direction of the Archdiocese of Detroit until 1988. The property was restored to use in 1994 as a Center for Youth & Family. In 1998 it was redeveloped as a conference center for corporate events, weddings and other celebrations. A hotel, The Inn at St. John’s opened in 2006. The Inn at St. John’s is now one of the finest boutique hotels in the state and prides itself offering the best culinary experience and upscale accommodations. Its impeccable service and distinctive ambiance combined with the golf course and excellent dining opportunities make it one of the most desirable lodging options in the Metro Detroit area. The Pulte Family Foundation purchased the property in 2021 and has undertaken a massive renovation to the historic site. One hundred percent of the profits generated by the Inn and golf operations are returned to the foundation and used to serve disadvantaged youth, as well as persons with emotional and mental disabilities in the Metro Detroit area. Hearn did a masterful job turning three outdated nine-hole courses into one 18-hole championship course, a seven-hole short course, state-of-the-art driving range and putting course. Michigan’s largest golf retailer, Carl’s GolfLand maintains a large golf shop, training center and heated Trackman driving range on the property. Hearn’s new course, dubbed The Cardinal, incorporates the slightly rolling topography to create a championship quality routing that will challenge every golfer. Over 1,000 trees were eliminated to open up sight lines and provide alternative routings for the new course and the new par three. Not one hole resembles another on the course and the total collection of 18 holes makes this one of the very best new courses in the state. It is a must play for golfers. Hearn used his knowledge of classic Scottish designs to create a one-of-a-kind golfing experience on the short course. The Cardinal course, along with the adjoining Inn at St. John’s, has been so well received that it may soon host a professional tournament. To learn more, or to make a reservation at the Inn at St. John’s and The Cardinal Golf Course click HERE.
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