Interesting Facts About The Concession Golf Club & Residences
Bradenton, Florida
1. The Name “The Concession” Comes From One of the Greatest Moments in Golf History
The community is named after the legendary moment during the 1969 Ryder Cup, when Jack Nicklaus conceded a short putt to Tony Jacklin, preserving sportsmanship and integrity — a moment still considered one of the greatest acts in professional sports history.
2. Designed by Two Golf Legends — Together for the First Time
The championship course was co-designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin, marking the only full golf course collaboration between the two icons, making The Concession truly unique in the world of golf design.
3. Debuted as Golf Digest’s “Best New Private Course” in America
When it opened in 2006, The Concession was immediately named Golf Digest’s “Best New Private Course”, catapulting it into national prominence from day one.
4. Ranked Among Florida’s Top 5 Private Golf Courses
The Concession is widely regarded as one of the top five private golf courses in Florida, frequently ranked in Top 100 and Top 200 courses nationwide.
5. One of Florida’s Toughest Championship Courses
With a slope rating of 155 from the championship tees, The Concession is considered one of the toughest courses in Florida, testing even elite professionals.
6. Hosted Major Global Golf Championships
The Concession has hosted some of the world’s most prestigious tournaments, including:
2015 NCAA Division I Championships
2021 WGC–Workday Championship (PGA Tour)
World Champions Cup
2026–2028 Senior PGA Championships
This places The Concession among America’s elite championship venues.
7. Built on Over 1,200 Acres of Preserved Natural Land
Unlike typical Florida developments, The Concession preserves over 1,200 acres of oak hammocks, wetlands, lakes, and wildlife habitats, creating a rare, park-like environment that feels more like South Carolina’s Lowcountry than Florida.
8. Homes Were Intentionally Designed NOT to Line the Fairways
In a bold design choice, developers purposely kept homes away from most fairways, preserving pure golf sightlines, natural beauty, and tranquility, a rarity among Florida golf communities.
9. Ultra-Low Density Luxury Living
The entire community is limited to approximately 255 custom estate homes, spread across 1,200+ acres, ensuring exceptional privacy and exclusivity.
10. Estate Homes Range Up to 15,000 Square Feet
Luxury estates in The Concession range from 3,000 to over 15,000 square feet, situated on half-acre to multi-acre lots, with values typically ranging from $2M to $12M+.
11. Four Distinct Residential Enclaves
The community is divided into four private enclaves, each offering its own lifestyle experience:
Birkdale
Nicklaus Manor
Lindrick
Parkstone Estates
Each enclave delivers different levels of privacy, architectural style, lot size, and estate presence.
12. One of Florida’s Largest Putting Courses
The Concession features “Snake Acre,” a one-acre, 18-hole putting course, one of the largest putting complexes in Florida, offering night play under LED lighting.
13. Championship Infrastructure Required No Modifications
When The Concession was selected to host the 2021 WGC Championship, PGA officials determined no major course modifications were needed, confirming the club’s championship-ready design and infrastructure.
14. A Private Club With Culinary-Only Members
The Concession offers culinary memberships, allowing non-golfing members to enjoy its award-winning fine dining program, a rare feature among elite private clubs.
15. Considered Jack Nicklaus’ Finest Florida Design
Golf architects and professionals widely regard The Concession as one of Jack Nicklaus’ greatest Florida course designs, rivaling legendary venues like Seminole.
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