Homeowners reach purchase deal for Copper Mill Gof Course

The Homeowners Association of the award-winning Copper Mill Golf Community announced Thursday that it has formed a definitive agreement to purchase the golf course from developer Ross Bruce for about $1.2 million.
The acquisition solidifies Copper Mill’s position as one of Louisiana’s premier golf communities consistently ranked in “Golf Digest’s Top 10” in the state.  
“We take great pride in our community and award-winning golf course,” says James Maughan, president of Copper Mill’s homeowner association board. “The acquisition will ensure Copper Mill’s future and enable us to expand the course’s amenities with a full-featured clubhouse. We’re committed to providing an excellent golf experience, value to our residents and a premier recreation destination in the Baton Rouge metro area.”
Copper Mill Golf Club and Community was founded in 2004 and has consistently been ranked in leading golf media as one of the state’s finest courses. Copper Mill is a “links-style” course reminiscent of those in Scotland featuring a unique combination of three Par 3s, three Par 4s and three Par 5s on each nine.
The course, which features the native terrain of Louisiana, weaves it way through grasses, wetlands and marshes. This natural layout, coupled with over 50 strategically placed bunkers and water hazards on 13 of the holes, make the course a Louisiana masterpiece.
“The strong partnership we’ve forged with the homeowners association has been instrumental in the negotiation of this acquisition,” adds Ross Bruce, founder and developer of Copper Mill. “The transition of ownership is extremely positive for the golfing community and I look forward to witnessing the course’s continued success.”
The acquisition will be finalized around mid-December. All golf club memberships, tee-times and course coupons will be honored under the new ownership.
The purchase of the golf course and refinancing of Copper Mill’s tennis and swim center was made after a special meeting was held Tuesday for homeowners, property owners and area residents. “No one wanted a closure of the course,” Maughan said.