The home by the tee belongs to Jerry Coughlan, the man behind the golf complex. One of the leading property developers in the eastern reaches of greater Toronto, he's clearly taken to heart. In addition to living on the edge of the tee box he has a parking spot with his name on it beside the classic clubhouse, which features many of the high-quality touches that are also featured on the homes near the golf course. There's a pride of place here. With the owner living next door, it's no wonder the pro-shop staff is friendly and the starters and marshals efficient, knowledgeable and pleasant to chat with.
Most golf courses make an effort to beautify their surroundings, adding flowerbeds here or there.
At it's taken to a different level, and it reflects the real-estate development, or vice versa. But even then, steps are taken to minimize their aesthetic impact. Their bases are often disguised by shrubbery when possible, and in some spots you might not notice them at all were it not for their humming, which becomes a bit soothing after a while. Not so soothing is the golf itself. Again, for insight, refer to the tee box on Couglan's lawn.