Canebrake Country Club - Hattiesburg, MS

A 250-acre recreational lake is the defining feature of Canebrake, with homes arranged around the shoreline, wooded streets, and the fairways of a championship golf course. Developed by York Developments, the master-planned community began in 1985 and earned Southern Living's Best Residential Development award in 1989. Today, residents enjoy an established neighborhood of custom homes, private roads, walking trails, and an active country club that serves as the community's social hub. While Canebrake appeals to many retirees seeking an active lifestyle, it is an all-ages community rather than a 55+ neighborhood.

Homes at Canebrake Country Club

Canebrake features custom-built single-family homes in a variety of architectural styles, including golf course, lakefront, and wooded properties. Construction spans multiple decades, giving buyers a broad selection of floor plans and home sizes rather than a single builder's collection. Recent resale listings have ranged from about $420,000 for garden homes to more than $1 million for large waterfront residences, reflecting the neighborhood's mix of home types and premium locations. The total number of homes has not been publicly published by the developer.

Amenities at Canebrake Country Club

Life at Canebrake centers on the private 18-hole Jerry Pate-designed golf course, which opened in 1998 and is complemented by a clubhouse with dining, tennis and pickleball courts, a Junior Olympic-size swimming pool, fitness center, salon and spa, playground, walking trails, and community lakes with beaches and docks. The gated neighborhood also includes natural green spaces and a 50-acre nature preserve, adding opportunities for walking, boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Canebrake is on the western side of Hattiesburg, about 12 miles from downtown, with convenient access to U.S. Highway 98 and Interstate 59. Residents are close to shopping, restaurants, medical services, and both the University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University. The community's location also makes day trips to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Jackson, and New Orleans practical while keeping everyday conveniences within easy reach.