Chartwell Golf & Country Club

What Chartwell Golf & Country Club does

Chartwell Golf & Country Club is a private, member-owned country club incorporated in Maryland as Chartwell Membership, Inc. and founded in 1961. The club operates a single full-service campus at 1 Chartwell Drive in Severna Park, Maryland, within the Mid-Atlantic region, and is supported by a staff of more than 120 employees. Its brand positioning rests on long-tenured operations (60+ years), the Distinguished Emerald Club of the World designation, and a stated mission of providing premier recreational, dining, and social experiences to members and their guests.

The core offering is a portfolio of recreational amenities: a renovated 18-hole championship golf course (reopened August 2019), seven Har-Tru tennis courts with a winter air structure and three lighted courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a golf simulator, swimming pools, a 200-yard practice facility with putting and short-game areas, and a golf shop. Programs are staffed by credentialed professionals, including a PGA Head Golf Professional and USPTA-certified tennis professionals, and include private lessons, group clinics, and a junior golf program enrolling 130+ children ages 5-16. Food and beverage service and private events (including weddings and banquets) are operated from a renovated clubhouse.

The business model is membership-subscription based, with all revenue derived from annual dues and ancillary F&B and event spend across four non-equity membership tiers: Full Golf, Young Executive (under 40 at reduced dues), Sport (tennis and wellness), and Social (entry-level with upgrade rights). Distribution is exclusively by invitation, requiring sponsorship by two current members, with inquiries managed by a Director of Membership & Communications; pricing is not publicly disclosed. There is no evidence of outside investors, private equity ownership, or a parent company.

Name

Chartwell Golf & Country Club

Legal name

Chartwell Membership, Inc.

Website

https://chartwellgcc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1961

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Chartwell Golf & Country Club is a private, member-owned country club founded in 1961 in Severna Park, Maryland, offering golf, tennis, fitness, swimming, and dining across four membership tiers to families and individuals in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Country Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAKAEAD

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Venues & Facilities (Stadiums, Arenas, Tracks, Complexes)

SECONDARYMPAKABAF

Tennis & Racquet Sports Clubs (Tennis, Padel, Pickleball, Squash)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Professional Sports Teams & Clubs

SECONDARYEDALAIAB

Club Sports Programs

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Athletics, Recreation & Fitness

SECONDARYCRAMAGAA

Golf Clubs & Club Fitting Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Sporting Goods & Outdoor Retail/Golf Equipment & Apparel Retail

Keywords

• Private country club
• Golf course facilities
• Tennis court facilities
• Clubhouse dining services
• Fitness wellness center

Headquarters

HQ city

Severna Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Full Golf Membership: Full Golf Membership at Chartwell allows an individual and their family to enjoy the use of all Club facilities, including full access to all practice areas, tennis courts and winter tennis, clubhouse, swimming pools, and all social/dining events. Membership pricing available upon request.
2. Young Executive Membership: Intended for those under 40 years of age to enjoy club life with family and friends. Same access as Full Golf Members at a reduced dues and fees rate.
3. Sport Membership: Allows an individual and their family to enjoy use of the state-of-the-art Tennis and Wellness Center, fitness classes, tennis courts and winter tennis, clubhouse, swimming pools, and all social/dining events.
4. Social Membership: Grants access to swimming pools, clubhouse, along with dining and social events. Members may upgrade to another category at any time.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Chartwell Golf & Country Club is a full-service private country club in Severna Park, Maryland that sells invitation-only memberships granting access to an 18-hole championship golf course, 7 Har-Tru tennis courts with a winter air structure, a state-of-the-art fitness center, swimming pools, a golf simulator, a golf shop, and clubhouse dining and private event services. The club is powered by Jonas Club Software for member management and has been operating continuously since 1961.

Product overview

Chartwell Golf & Country Club is a full-service private country club offering a unified portfolio of recreational amenities. The core offerings center on an 18-hole championship golf course (renovated and reopened August 2019) with associated practice facilities, golf shop, and instruction programs including a 130+ child Junior Golf Program. Racquet sports include 7 Har-Tru tennis courts with a winter air structure, supported by USPTA Certified Professionals. The club also features a state-of-the-art fitness center, swimming pools, golf simulator, and renovated clubhouse with dining and event services. Four membership tiers (Full Golf, Young Executive, Sport, and Social) provide graduated access to these facilities. The club is powered by Jonas Club Software for member management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 18-Hole Championship Golf Course An 18-hole championship golf course, newly renovated and reopened in August 2019, featuring rolling countryside terrain and designed to provide premier recreational golf experiences to members and their families.
• Har-Tru Tennis Courts and Winter Tennis Air Structure
• State-of-the-Art Fitness and Wellness Center A modern fitness center offering wellness programs and fitness classes for members and their families.
• Golf Shop A well-stocked golf shop offering the latest styles and technology in clothing and equipment for member shopping convenience.
• Private Golf Lessons and Group Clinics Private lessons and group clinics provided by PGA-certified golf professionals throughout the golfing season.
• Junior Golf Program A first-class junior program with over 130 children ages 5-16 providing golf instruction, a certification process testing etiquette and rules, and fun activities including putt-putt and snag baseball.
• Clubhouse Dining and Social Events Superior food and beverage service including member dining, social events, parties, and banquets in the renovated clubhouse.
• Private Events and Weddings Private event and wedding hosting services at the club, planned and coordinated by the Director of Events in the renovated clubhouse.
• Swimming Pools and Aquatics Sparkling swimming pools available to members and their families for recreational use, managed as part of the Facilities and Aquatics function.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 130 children participate annually in the junior golf program

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Congressional Country Club: Premier private country club located in Bethesda, MD operating golf, tennis, fitness, dining and aquatic amenities for members. Direct competitor to Chartwell within the Mid-Atlantic elite private-club segment with a comparable full-service amenity profile.
• Hillendale Country Club: Private country club in Phoenix, MD offering golf, tennis, swimming, dining and banquets to member families. Comparable to Chartwell in Baltimore-area location, multi-generational member base, and full-service amenity portfolio.
• Maidstone Club: Elite private club in East Hampton, NY offering championship golf, beach, tennis, dining and family amenities. Comparable to Chartwell in elite-tier positioning, member-sponsorship access model, and family-centric lifestyle offering.
• National Golf Links of America: Distinguished invitation-only golf club in Southampton, NY known for its championship course and elite membership. Comparable to Chartwell's Emerald designation, sponsorship-based access, and emphasis on premier golf experience.
• TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm: TPC-branded private club in Potomac, MD offering championship golf, clubhouse dining and member services in the Mid-Atlantic. Comparable to Chartwell as a premium, member-driven golf and lifestyle club targeting HNWI demographics.
• Caves Valley Golf Club: Premier private club in Owings Mills, MD featuring a championship golf course, racquets, fitness, dining and aquatics. Comparable to Chartwell in regional Mid-Atlantic positioning, full-service amenities, and family-oriented membership model.
• The Country Club of Virginia: Multi-course private club in Richmond, VA with extensive golf, racquets, aquatics, fitness, dining and event facilities. Comparable to Chartwell as a regional full-service private club with comparable scale and member offerings.
• Baltimore Country Club: Historic Maryland private country club with championship golf, tennis, swimming, dining and event facilities. Comparable to Chartwell in scale, full-service amenities, and Mid-Atlantic member demographic.
• Woodholme Country Club: Private country club in Pikesville, MD operating golf, tennis, pool, dining and event facilities for member families. Directly comparable to Chartwell in geographic footprint, amenity mix, and family-oriented membership positioning.
• Burning Tree Club: Highly exclusive private club in Bethesda, MD focused on a championship golf course with supporting amenities. Closely comparable to Chartwell in regional positioning, elite membership profile, and golf-centric core offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ChartwellGCC
• Instagraminstagram.com/chartwellgcc

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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