Golf, fine dining, and horseback-riding converge at Gentle Creek Country Club. The Prosper-based golf course and its surrounding community beckon to anyone who wants some fresh air and exercise in the midst of a stunning wooded area. The Gentle Creek golf course lives up to its name, the flow of the pristine course mimicking that of a softly ebbing creek. Water also factors heavily into the hazards, which are so striking they really deserve a different label—particularly the crowning jewel, a 20-acre lake.

After a few hours out on the course, head to 360 Restaurant to refuel. The club's on-site eatery is named for the panoramic views guests enjoy when they dine out on the covered terrace, which overlooks the large lake and the 18th hole of the golf course. Savor a plate of seasonally inspired fare created by Head Chef Jason Martin and his highly skilled kitchen team.

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