Gleannloch Farms
Once a renowned Egyptian Arabian horse farm, today Gleannloch Farms is a beautifully developed master planned community in NW Harris County boasting numerous amenities to accommodate a wide host of interests.
Situated on 2100 acres on the north side of Spring Cypress just 2 miles east of the 249, Gleannloch Farms embodies the ultimate in active living for either a busy family or a new retiree by offering golfing, swimming, tennis, baseball, soccer, hiking trails and even the opportunity to go canoeing or fishing in over 41 acres of lakes.
Home to some of Houston's best builders, and within the top ranking Klein Independent School District, residences have been constructed by Darling Homes, Newmark Homes, Ryland Homes, Trendmaker Homes, Village Builders, David Weekley as well as select custom home builders.
Here is a bit of what Gleannloch Farms has to offer:
Gleannloch Pines, is a 27 hole championship golf course designed by Jay Riviere, and rated as one of the top 10 golf courses in the Houston area by the Houston Chronicle is now owned and operated by Tour 18 Inc., There is an award-winning clubhouse as well as private dining areas of The Pines Bar & Grill.
The Gleannloch Farms Athletic Center is the focal point of 3 baseball & 2 soccer fields as well as an 8 lane competition pool which is home to the Gleannloch Gators, a neighborhood competitive swim team of 200+ members. Playgrounds & picnic tables allow for outdoor family get-togethers.
A 21-acre lakefront complex houses a water park which has a play pool w/ fountain for younger children or a 25 yard, 6 lane competition pool for older swimmers. At this complex there are also 6 lighted tennis courts as well as a children's playground. Smaller pools are scattered throughout the community as well so there is never too far to walk to get cool in the summer!
Just recently their state of the art fitness facility joined forces with an onsite personal trainer & offers extended hours, and a 2.5 acre wooded dog park was constructed late in 2008 to allow man's best friend his own place to socialize and play with both humans & dogs alike!
In keeping with tradition of the original use of the land, there is even a barn & riding facilities for those involved in equestrian activities.
When searching for a home in Gleannloch Farms either search by Subdivision or by zip code: 77379.
Real Estate Trends:
- » Homes are Offered in All Price Ranges: mid $150's - $2 million
- » Homes are Available in All Sizes: 1500-6800 sq ft
- » Built from 1999 - present
- » Majority of Homes Priced from $250,000 - $400,000
- » Size: 3000 - 4400 sq ft
- » Lot Sizes: 8,000-12,000 sq ft
- » Average Year Built: 2005
- » Custom Homes Priced from $700,000 - $2 million
- » Size: 4800 - 6800 sq ft
- » Lot Sizes: 22,000-55,000 sq ft (1/2 - 1+ acres)
- » Built from 2006 - present
Why People Move Here:
- » Newer Construction Homes by some of Houston's Top Builders
- » Family Sports Clubs & Activities
- » 27 Hole Championship Golf Course
- » Top Rated Schools within Highly Ranked Klein ISD
- » Exceptional Access to 249 for work or shopping
Fun Fact: The horse statue which stands at Gleannloch Farms is actually the famous Arabian stud Morafic (1956-1974) who sired foals for 9 years in Egypt and 9 years at Gleannloch Farms.
