In the last decade of the 1900s, no golf course architect was as prolific as Arthur Hills, whose creations included Gaillardia in Oklahoma City.
According to a national survey, 64 Hills-designed golf courses opened from ’90 through ’00, more than anyone else in the country. Tom Fazio (Karsten Creek) was second with 58, and Arnold Palmer was third with 52.
Hills designed courses in Japan, Thailand, Puerto Rico, and 27 states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.
A home currently for sale on Gaillardia for $5.5 million offers a ton of amenities.
From the listing at Sotheby’s:
Discover a stately residence set on one of the most coveted golf course lots in Countryside Estates, offering 24-hour security and a double-gated entry for ultimate privacy. The impeccably landscaped grounds span over two acres and feature a pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and expansive living and entertaining areas.
Inspired by global travel, the home boasts exquisite imported marble and granite throughout. Soaring ceilings and a grand marble staircase create a dramatic entrance, while the vast kitchen is perfectly designed for entertaining. Upper terraces provide breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
The home includes an elevator, a recently updated top-of-the-line Crestron system, a theater room, game room with bar, and a safe room. The circular drive leads to a 5-car garage, making this estate a truly unique offering.
Here’s a look at the home:
