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Castlewood Country Club
FAQ
Castlewood Country Club
We are very excited to announce a new chapter for Castlewood and our members as
we rebuild, remodel and reimagine a new experience.
Castlewood Country Club has a very rich history that started when George and Phoebe
Hearst purchased and built the Hacienda del Pozo De Verona in 1891. In 1926, the Hill Golf
Course was added and Castlewood Country Club was born. After a fire destroyed the
original clubhouse in 1969, Castlewood was rebuilt in the early 1970s and has remained
essentially the same ever since. After nearly 50 years, the members of Castlewood have
voted to invest in their Club and revitalize its facilities. The goal of the renovation project is
to provide its current and future members with a remodeled Clubhouse and new Sports
Center that will provide a safe, fun and attractive environment in which members can
relax and socialize with family, friends and business associates.
The remodel of the existing Clubhouse and new Sports Center will complement the two
world-class golf courses you currently enjoy. Castlewood will be the place you will want to
bring your family to enjoy the day, have a great meal or hold your next business meeting.
The renovation plans include a remodel of the existing Clubhouse and the construction of a
new 3,500 square foot Sports Center for swimming, tennis and bocce. The new Sports
Center will include a commercial kitchen and grille bar, tennis and swim pro-shop, teen
activity center and an outdoor terrace and deck seating with fire pits. The new grille bar will
enhance the pool area dining experience and all ADA issues will be completely resolved.
Remodel Highlights
CLUBHOUSE REMODEL HIGHLIGHTS SPORTS CENTER
Remodel Indoor and Outdoor Main Entrance and Lobby New Outdoor Grille Bar
Create new Dining and Lounge Experiences Outdoor Terrace/Deck Seating and Firepits
Enhance the Del Pozo Patio, Banquet and Pre-function Area New Tennis and Swim Pro Shop
Larger Pro Shop Teen Activity and Recreational Center
New Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms
New Men’s and Women’s Lounges
New, Expanded Fitness Center and Studio
New Kids Care Facility
ADA Accessibility Throughout the Clubhouse
Remodel Timeline
i. JANUARY 2020 - JULY 2020
Architect and Design Consultants Prepare Construction Drawings
Review Bids and Hire General Contractor
Architect and General Contractor Prepare Construction Documents for Permitting
Meet with Alameda County officials
ii. JULY 2020 - NOVEMBER 2020
Submit Project Plans to Alameda County Building and Health Departments
Permitting Process with County of Alameda
Install Temporary Staff Trailers for Administrative and Golf Pro Shop On-site
iii. DECEMBER 2020 - DECEMBER 2021
Start of Construction of the Clubhouse Remodel and new Sports Center
iv. JANUARY 2022
Project Close-out/Staff Training/Restore Site
v. FEBRUARY 2022
Grand Opening of the Clubhouse and Sports Center
FAQ
WHEN WILL CONSTRUCTION START AND HOW LONG WILL WHEN WILL THE ASSESSMENT START?
IT TAKE? The monthly assessment will begin on February 1, 2020, which
We are on schedule to start construction in December 2020 with a Grand corresponds to when the design costs for the Remodel Project will begin.
Opening set for February 2022.
WILL THERE BE A ONE-TIME ASSESSMENT?
WILL CONSTRUCTION OF THE CLUBHOUSE AND SPORTS CENTER The Remodel Project will be fully financed and not require an additional
BE DONE IN MULTIPLE PHASES? assessment.
No, it will be a single-phase approach, which is more cost-effective and will
result in a faster build out. IF THE TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS EXCEED $20 MILLION, WILL
THE $200 MONTHLY ASSESSMENT INCREASE?
HOW WILL THE CLUB OPERATE DURING CONSTRUCTION? The construction budget will be updated after detailed engineering
The Valley Clubhouse and both golf courses will stay open and fully drawings are finalized. If necessary, the Remodel Project will be reviewed
operational. We will use temporary facilities for other areas affected by the to ensure that the construction can be completed without an increase to
remodel closures. the $200 monthly assessment.
WILL THERE BE A FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM? HAS THE CLUB SECURED THE LOAN AND WHAT ARE THE TERMS?
This is still to be determined based upon the availability of the food & The Finance Committee will be finalizing its discussions and negotiations
beverage services. with the banks and expects to select a bank in January 2020. It is expected
that the Club will borrow 100% of the construction costs with these funds
WHAT HAPPENS TO STAFF DURING CONSTRUCTION? being repaid through the $200 per month assessment. We expect the
We will have temporary facilities open during construction. Necessary financing to include a construction period loan followed by a long-term,
steps will be taken to retain staff to operate the Club. fixed-price take-out loan. Final terms and conditions are still to be
negotiated.
WHY ARE WE CLOSING THE MEMBERS GRILLE?
The Grille will be turned into the new expanded fitness center. This is a ARE WE GOING TO HIRE A CONSTRUCTION MANAGER?
feature that is requested by current and prospective members. Currently, Yes. Following a bid and selection process, Mack5 from Emeryville, was
Castlewood struggles both operationally and financially to operate three hired as the Construction Manager in early December and is currently
dining facilities. As a result, we are creating a new, more exciting dining working with the Remodel Committee to hire an Architect and General
venue in the Veranda for our members. Contractor. The costs associated with this Construction Manager have
been included in the construction budget.
WILL THERE BE A COST FOR KIDS CARE?
The Kids Care program has not been fully developed yet. However, we HAVE WE SELECTED AN ARCHITECT YET?
anticipate there will be a nominal fee for this service. The Architect has not been selected at this time. We have issued a
Request for Proposal (RFP) to four Architectural firms and plan to select
WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO OUTSIDE EVENTS AND GOLF EVENTS? an Architect in January 2020.
Once construction begins, all outside events utilizing the ballrooms and
restaurants will end. Outside and member golf tournaments may continue HAVE WE SELECTED A GENERAL CONTRACTOR YET?
with restructured food service. Troon privileges at other clubs also are The General Contractor has not been selected. The RFP process for the
available for members. General Contractor will start in February 2020.
WHAT WILL THE PROJECT COST? WHAT ARE WE DOING TO RETAIN AND ATTRACT NEW MEMBERS?
The preliminary, conceptual budget for the total Castlewood Remodel Staff has worked closely with Troon and the Marketing Committee to
Project is approximately $20 million. The final budget will be determined identify programs targeting both retaining existing Members and
once we have finalized the construction drawings. attracting new Members. We will look to attract new Members through
targeted demographics, marketing strategies and Member referrals. The
WHY IS THE TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COST HIGHER THAN THE $16 costs for retaining a marketing agency and the associated marketing
MILLION PREVIOUSLY COMMUNICATED? materials to help with these efforts, are included in the construction
The $20 million conceptual budget is higher than originally estimated due budget.
to expected higher construction costs which have escalated significantly
over the past couple of years. DO THESE UPGRADES ADDRESS ALL THE ADA ISSUES?
Yes, all ADA issues will be addressed in the Main Clubhouse and Pool Area.
WHAT WILL BE THE COST TO THE MEMBERSHIP?
Regular Members will pay $200 per month as approved by the Members in FAQs WILL BE UPDATED ON OUR WEBSITE AS ADDITIONAL
April, 2019. Other membership categories will pay a prorated amount QUESTIONS ARISE
based on their monthly dues.
Castlewood . . . Experience A New Lifestyle
707 Country Club Circle Pleasanton, CA 94566
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