This week is one of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County largest events of the year. This will be the 35th Annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Orange County Golf Tournament at Pelican Hill. This tournament has raised over $125,000 for the organization’s mentoring programs, which is locally applied programming. This year there are 148 golfers participating in the Big Brother Big Sister tournament. Pelican Hill Golf Course has beautiful Ocean views and was designed by Tom Fazio. The Pelican Hills golf course was rated the #1 golf course resort in the world, in 2012, by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. Among the many wonderful giveaways at this year’s tournament are Travis Mathew golf shoes and Hoven sunglasses. Golfers will have a chance to drive home in a brand new BMW, courtesy of Crevier BMW, by participating in the hole in one contest. There is also a chance to win $25,000 in the 50 foot putting contest. The event will end with a buffet dinner, silent auction and awards.
Pelican Hill is also home to some of the most desirable real estate in Newport Beach. Let the Franco Team help you and your family navigate all the real estate choices in this area. The home at 33 Skyridge, Newport Coast, is a breathtaking example of all Pelican Hill real estate has to offer. This is a custom designed estate by Mark Falcone. The home has a Mediterranean architectural style. This is a seven bedroom, eight bathroom estate. There is a ten car garage for the auto enthusiast. The two fireplaces are 16th and 18th century originals from Italy. The home also has maid quarters, a home theater and gym. The outdoor spaces are designed with the same eye for detail as the indoors and are complete with pool, spa, outdoor dining room and many entertaining terraces. The views are spectacular of the Pacific Ocean, whitewater, Catalina Island, Newport Harbor and evening sunsets. Homeowners are within walking distance of the luxurious Pelican Hill Resort. For all other shopping and dining needs, this home is just minutes from the world class shopping and fine dining at Fashion Island.