Chateau, Inc.

What Chateau, Inc. does

Chateau, Inc. operates the Chateau Golf & Country Club, a private, family-owned country club located on 110 acres in Kenner, Louisiana, approximately 14 miles from downtown New Orleans. Founded in the 1970s, the property centers on an 18-hole championship golf course (6,800 yards, par 72) and includes a 50,000-square-foot clubhouse, 7 har-tru clay tennis courts, 2 hard tennis courts, 4 pickleball courts, and two pools. The club supports multi-generational member programming including junior golf, summer camps operated in partnership with KE Camps, and swim programming through SELA Aquatics.

The business operates a diversified member-based revenue model combining membership dues (with a 5% increase announced for 2026), food and beverage from dining and event hosting, golf, tennis, and pickleball programming fees, and seasonal summer camp revenue. The club is professionally managed under a Troon Privé agreement, which provides operational expertise and reciprocal access to a global network of affiliated private clubs. Member-facing technology consists of the Clubessential club management platform and the Next Gen mobile app launched in April 2024 for booking, tee-time management, and club communications.

The company employs more than 100 team members and is operated as a private, family-controlled institution with no outside equity capital. Capital deployment has focused on continuous facility reinvestment, including a 2019 greens renovation and the January 2025 opening of a new Short Game Area, alongside leadership upgrades such as the 2025 appointment of Executive Chef Gus Martin to elevate the F&B program.

Name

Chateau, Inc.

Legal name

Chateau Golf & Country Club

Website

https://chateaugcc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Chateau, Inc. is a family-owned private country club in Kenner, Louisiana, operating since the 1970s across 110 acres with an 18-hole golf course, tennis, pickleball, pools, dining, and event facilities serving its New Orleans-area membership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Country Club

NAICS

Golf Courses and Country Clubs (71391)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

Keywords

• Private country club
• Championship golf course
• Tennis and racquet sports
• Wedding and event venue
• Club membership amenities

Headquarters

HQ city

Kenner

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Recurring monthly membership dues from Regular, Corporate, Ladies, Tennis/Corporate, Social, Intermediate Regular, and Intermediate Tennis members. The club announced a modest 5% dues adjustment for 2026 to sustain quality and reinvestment.
2. Dining and Beverage: Fine dining room, casual dining areas, poolside dining, private event dining, and lounge services. Chef Gus Martin provides gourmet cuisine including standard lunch, wine dinners, and special event catering.
3. Private Events and Weddings: Revenue from weddings, receptions, corporate events, galas, showers, and special occasion celebrations held in the Grand Ballroom, Grand Salon, and smaller private rooms. The club offers comprehensive wedding packages.
4. Golf Operations: Golf course access, driving range (additional fee), and golf-related activities for members. Golf instruction and clinics available through golf professionals.
5. Tennis and Racquet Sports: Tennis court access, private and group lessons, pro shop merchandise sales. Seven har-tru clay courts and two hard courts, plus four pickleball courts.
6. Summer Camps and Programs: Revenue from summer camps (golf, tennis, swimming, arts & crafts), swim team participation, and youth programming. Partnership with KE Camps for summer programming.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Chateau, Inc. (d/b/a Chateau Golf & Country Club) is a privately held, family-owned private country club located on 110 acres in Kenner, Louisiana, offering members and guests an 18-hole par-72 championship golf course, har-tru clay and hard tennis courts, pickleball courts, a resort-style pool, fitness center, fine and casual dining, and a 50,000 sq ft clubhouse used for weddings, corporate events, and galas. The club sells access through tiered memberships (Regular, Corporate, Ladies, Tennis/Corporate, Social, Intermediate) and also hosts external private events, summer camps, swim team programming, and tennis lessons for the Greater New Orleans market.

Product overview

Chateau Golf & Country Club operates as a private country club offering a comprehensive suite of recreational and hospitality services. The club features an 18-hole championship golf course with G12 Champion Bermuda greens, seven har-tru clay and two hard tennis courts, four pickleball courts, a resort-style swimming pool with Stingrays competitive swim team, a fitness center, fine and casual dining (operated under Sauced Restaurant brand with Chef Gus Martin), and extensive event/wedding venues including the 50,000 sq ft clubhouse with Grand Ballroom and Grand Salon. The club offers a Next Gen mobile app enabling members to book tee times, dining reservations, and manage their accounts. Membership tiers include Regular, Corporate, Ladies, Tennis/Corporate, Social, and Intermediate categories. The club is managed by Troon Privé and has a golf legacy dating back to the 1970s.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 18-Hole Championship Golf Course 6,800-yard par 72 championship course featuring G12 Champion Bermuda greens, hybrid fairways, sand bunkers, and water hazards. Has hosted Louisiana Golf Association, PGA, and USGA events and offers gold, blue, white, red, and silver tee options. A new Short Game Complex (chipping and putting green) opened in January 2025.
• Tennis Facility One of the largest tennis facilities in Greater New Orleans with 7 har-tru clay courts and 2 hard courts, a Pro Shop, showers, ball machine, and viewing deck. Supports Crescent City, USTA, and JCCA leagues, private and group lessons, and junior clinics.
• Pickleball Courts Four pickleball courts available to members, with clinics and lessons offered.
• Swimming Pool & Stingrays Swim Team Resort-style pool open Memorial Day through Labor Day with a kiddie pool, certified lifeguards, and snack bar. The Stingrays competitive swim team competes in Greater New Orleans area meets under SELA Aquatics management.
• Fitness Center Cardio, resistance training, pin loading machines, and free weights. Available to members and children 16+ after signing a release/waiver.
• Dining Services Fine and casual dining areas, lounge, and poolside dining operated under the Sauced Restaurant brand. Menus feature standard lunch, wine dinners, and a Wednesday Chef's Tasting Menu led by Executive Chef Gus Martin.
• Weddings & Events Venue Event venue anchored by the 50,000 sq ft clubhouse, including the Grand Ballroom (seats up to 400, cocktail capacity 500), the Grand Salon (100–225 guests), and multiple smaller rooms. Offers wedding packages with catering, event planning, and custom menus.
• Summer Camp Action-packed summer camp for children blending golf, tennis, pickleball, swimming, arts & crafts, and more, previously operated in partnership with KE Camps.
• Tennis Camp Summer tennis camp for all skill levels focusing on fundamentals, technique improvement, and confidence-building.
• Private and Group Tennis Lessons Professional tennis instruction from Director of Tennis Claudia Coleman (RSPA) and Assistant Tennis Professional Sam Mihoulides (PTR). Private lessons range $55–$65/hour; junior clinics $90 per 3-week session.

Quantifiable outcome

• Championship 18-hole golf course hosting prestigious events for Louisiana Golf Association, PGA, and USGA
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Cancer Crusaders FoundationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 September 2024Annual Kenner Wine and Food Event benefits Cancer Crusaders foundation. A portion of event proceeds support cancer research and awareness programs through this local charitable organization.
• KE CampscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2023KE Camps partners with Chateau to provide summer camp programming for children. The partnership brings KE Camps' popular summer camp program to Chateau, offering golf, tennis, swimming, and crafts activities for junior members. Camps are held annually during summer months at the club's facilities.
• Fore Kids FoundationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 October 2019Annual Kenner Wine and Food Event raises funds for Fore Kids Foundation to support local children's charities. The partnership connects the club's signature food and wine event with community charitable giving.
• SELA AquaticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSELA Aquatics manages pool operations and the Chateau Stingrays swim team. The partnership provides American Red Cross Safety certifications (CPR and Lifeguarding) and comprehensive pool management services. SELA certifies and provides ongoing skills training for lifeguards, swim team coaches, and swim instructors. Coach Aimee Carletta leads the Stingrays with over 10 years of experience with SELA Aquatics.
• Troon PrivécoreTechnology or IntegrationTroon Privé, the private club operations division of Troon, manages Chateau Golf & Country Club. This partnership provides professional club management expertise, operational best practices, and Troon Privé Privileges allowing Chateau members reciprocal access to other Troon-affiliated clubs worldwide.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Audubon Country Club: Private member-owned country club in New Orleans offering golf, tennis, dining, fitness, and event facilities. Closely mirrors Chateau's full-amenity club structure and member segments in the same metro market.
• Metairie Country Club: Historic private country club in Metairie, LA — within the same New Orleans metro as Chateau, offering golf, tennis, dining, and event hosting with a similar multi-generational membership profile. Directly competes for the same affluent families and corporate members.
• Timberlane Golf & Country Club: Private golf and country club in Gretna, LA serving the West Bank of the New Orleans metro with similar golf, social, and family amenities. Comparable private-club positioning targeting overlapping member segments.
• English Turn Golf & Country Club: Private gated golf and country club in New Orleans offering championship golf, dining, pool, tennis, and event spaces. Comparable multi-amenity member-based model serving overlapping affluent demographics in the same metro.

Regional players

• TPC Louisiana: PGA Tour-owned course in Avondale, LA just outside New Orleans, offering private club services, dining, and event hosting. Comparable high-end golf and event venue in the same regional market, though more golf-centric than Chateau's broader amenity mix.
• Bayou Oaks at City Park (New Orleans): 36-hole public/semi-private golf complex in New Orleans City Park. Adjacent rather than directly competing on the private-membership model, but competes for golf spend and event hosting in the same metro.
• Pelican Athletic Club: Member-based athletic and country club in Mandeville, LA across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans, offering fitness, tennis, dining, and family programming. Comparable subscription-driven multi-amenity private club model targeting similar affluent families in the broader New Orleans region.
• Joseph M. Bartholomew Golf Course / City Park Golf Complex: Public/semi-private golf facility within New Orleans City Park. Regional peer competing for golf-related spend in the same metro, though lacking Chateau's full private-club, dining, and event infrastructure.

Broad incumbents

• Troon: Global leader in golf and club management, with the Troon Privé division specifically serving private clubs like Chateau. As Chateau's actual management partner, Troon is the closest operational peer for managed private-club delivery at scale.
• Invited (formerly ClubCorp): Largest operator of private golf and country clubs in the U.S., running hundreds of member-based clubs across multiple states. Represents the broad incumbent peer for multi-amenity private clubs at scale, though Chateau is family-owned and Troon-managed rather than Invited-managed.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/chateaugcc/?hl=en

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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