Aldie, Virginia - More than 100 members gathered on a large field last Saturday at Creighton Farms, an exclusive residential golf community located in Virginia's historic Loudoun County, for the groundbreaking of a new 30,000-square-foot Clubhouse. Befitting the eighteen stunning golf holes designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus and the spectacular gated community of estate homes and villas, the new Clubhouse will offer breathtaking views and overlook several holes of Creighton Farms' award-winning golf course.

"The Clubhouse groundbreaking is an historic and extremely exciting time for Creighton Farms," said David Southworth, President and CEO of Southworth Development. "Our vision of Creighton Farms has always includeda world-class clubhouse, coupled with superior service and amenities, all of which make Creighton Farms a place where families can meet for generations to come."

Since its purchase in 2009 by an affiliate of the Newton, Mass.-based Southworth Development LLC, Creighton Farms has experienced many milestones, including an increase in membership of The Club at Creighton Farms by over 100%; a 5,000-square-foot Pavilion addition to the existing Golf House where members and their guests may enjoy outdoor dining and events; a new gatehouse located on Watson Road; a new state of-the-art golf maintenance facility; a re-branded and newly renovated Sales Center; new homes being built -- a total of 9 lots sold or otherwise under agreement -- and the welcoming of the first residents into the community.

Designed with a nod to the classic American Vernacular style of architecture, the warm and welcoming Clubhouse at Creighton Farms will be reminiscent of the rich tradition of the Virginia Piedmont, providing members and their guests a setting of refined yet relaxed elegance befitting of one of the nation's finest clubs. The tri-level Clubhouse's main floor features a cozy pub, a grille room capable of seating up to 175 guests, a fully stocked golf shop, a library, and a billiards room. The lower level will consist of the Men's and Ladies' Locker Rooms, each with separate lounges and steam rooms, along with a state-of-the-art fitness center. Located on the upper level will be ten beautifully appointed club rooms, providing members and their guests with overnight accommodations that are second to none. Construction is now underway at on the Clubhouse at Creighton Farms, with a completion date set for August of 2011.