When Matthew Lunning and his wife Abbey were looking for a country club, they weren’t just searching for amenities—they were looking for a place where their family could connect, grow, and feel truly welcome.
“We wanted to join Brookside so that we could get [our son] Bennett into the PGA at an early age,” Lunning shares with a chuckle. But the real driver? “The chance to make connections with people who would hopefully become lifelong friends.”
Brookside Country Club checked all their boxes—and then some.
Unlike many other Country Clubs in the area, Brookside is built around family.
“When we were touring, we loved how many young families we saw,” Lunning recalls. “Babies are loud, they throw fits... but at Brookside, that’s celebrated rather than frowned upon.”
The welcoming culture made it an easy decision for the Lunnings.
“It was reassuring to know there were younger families who had children around the same age,” Lunning explains. “That’s what we’ve always wanted—people in a similar life stage who understand what we’re experiencing.”
“Abbey and Bennett were at the pool at least twice a week during the summer,” Lunning says. “Bennett absolutely loved it, and it’s where we met some of our closest friends at the Club.”
And the dining experience? Top-notch for the Lunnings.
“The staff knows who we are, always greeting us by name. It’s professional yet warm. After a long week, knowing you’re going to a place where they truly take care of you—it’s hard to describe how good that feels,” shares Lunning.
Country Clubs can have the reputation for being stuffy and exclusive, but Brookside flips that notion on its head.
“Brookside embodies the best of what a community is,” Lunning says. “It doesn’t exist to be intimidating—it’s an approachable luxury. It’s a premium experience that’s not out of reach.”
This balance of warmth and sophistication sets Brookside apart.
“They make you feel like you’ve been there forever, even if you’ve only been a member for a few months,” Lunning reflects. “That’s rare.”
For the Lunning family, Brookside Country Club has become an extension of their home. From making friends at the baby pool to forging connections with staff who know them by name, even looking forward to creating new holiday traditions, Brookside has become a cornerstone of their life.
If you’re looking for a Club that prioritizes community, welcomes families with open arms, and offers a mix of fun and elegance, Brookside might just be the perfect fit.
Take it from Matthew Lunning: “It’s a great package that really can’t be replicated.”