Jupiter's Golf & Country-Club Communities
Admirals Cove is one of the largest private golf-and-yachting communities in Jupiter, 891 homes on 976 acres. Here is how it sits next to the other equity country-club communities buyers weigh against it. Click into any community to browse its listings.
Admirals Cove
891 homes on 976 acres. Golf and deep-water yachting in one gated community, 45 holes, a 63-slip marina, and an 84,000 sq ft clubhouse.
Jonathan's Landing
A larger, more varied Jupiter community with flexible membership options and boating, generally at more accessible price points than Admirals Cove.
The Loxahatchee Club
A more intimate, golf-focused Jupiter club built around a Jack Nicklaus course, without the large-marina infrastructure that adds to Admirals Cove's cost.
Frenchman's Creek
A comparably high-end equity golf community just south in Palm Beach Gardens, with two golf courses, though without Admirals Cove's deep-water yacht marina.
Four Reasons Buyers Choose Admirals Cove
Golf and serious yachting together
Most golf communities are not boating communities. Admirals Cove pairs 45 holes of golf with a 63-slip marina and deep-water dockage that can handle large yachts, with ocean access through the Jupiter Inlet. That combination is rare, and it is the main reason many buyers choose it over a golf-only club.
A resort-scale club
The club runs at a scale a small community cannot match: an 84,000 square foot clubhouse, a 32-room private Inn for members' guests, 9 Har-Tru tennis courts (four lighted), 12 pickleball courts, and a full spa, salon, and fitness center. This is a full-time country-club lifestyle, not an amenity afterthought.
Low density on former MacArthur land
Built starting in 1986 on land once owned by philanthropist John D. MacArthur, Admirals Cove was laid out as a low-density, nature-forward community, roughly 891 homes spread across 976 acres. The result is more open space and water frontage per home than a denser development delivers.
Depth of waterfront product
The community spans golf villas and cottages from around $2 million up to custom waterfront estates on deep-water lots trading well above $20 million. Few Jupiter communities offer that range of product, from a manageable golf home to a superyacht-capable estate, inside a single gate.
Admirals Cove: The Membership & Community Facts
At an equity club, the purchase price is only part of the cost. The membership buy-in and the annual dues are a major, ongoing commitment, so they deserve the same scrutiny as the house. The figures below are drawn from the club's published membership schedules and change from year to year, so confirm the current numbers, the mandatory category, and the equity-refund terms with the club and the property owners association before you write an offer.
| Community established / developer | 1986, developed by Ben Frankel on former John D. MacArthur land; operated as an equity club since 1988 |
| Size / density | 891 homes across 976 acres, private and gated |
| Governance | Admirals Cove Property Owners Association (POA) plus The Club at Admirals Cove (member-owned equity club) |
| Membership requirement | Equity club with five categories: Golf, Sports, Tennis, Social, and Marina. A club membership is generally required of residents; confirm the mandatory category and current terms with the club. |
| Equity / initiation (by category) | Approximately $475,000 Golf, $360,000 Sports, $335,000 Tennis, $285,000 Social, per the club's published schedule. Equity contributions are typically partially refundable on resale; confirm the current amount and refund terms. |
| Annual dues (by category) | Approximately $48,837 Golf, $41,766 Sports, $32,648 Tennis, $31,134 Social, per the club's published schedule, plus monthly capital dues (about $128 to $223 by category). |
| Food & beverage minimum | Approximately $300 to $500 per month, plus a service charge of about $200 per month. Confirm the current minimum. |
| POA assessment | Separate from club dues and billed by the property owners association. Confirm the current POA assessment for the specific home. |
| Boating / dockage | Two separate things, and it is worth keeping them straight. The club marina has 63 slips accommodating yachts up to 130 feet, with a floating fuel dock, pump-out facilities, and a ship store, and it is for members rather than transient boaters. Separately, there are more than 500 private docks on individual properties throughout the community. Ocean access is via the Jupiter Inlet, about two miles north. Dock availability, slip dimensions, and size limits vary by property; confirm for any specific home. |
| Security | Gated with staffed security. Confirm current access and security details with the POA. |
Sources: admiralscove.com/marina, accessed July 2026, for the marina (63 club slips to 130 feet, plus more than 500 private docks). The Club at Admirals Cove published membership fee and dues schedules (approximately 2023 to 2024, via public real-estate document mirrors); community profiles for size, history, and amenities. Verified July 2026. Membership fees, dues, minimums, and POA assessments change every year and by category. Dylan can confirm the current schedule, the required membership category, and the equity-refund terms with the club before you write an offer.
Admirals Cove Market Context, May 2026
Admirals Cove spans a very wide range, from golf villas around $2 million to waterfront estates well above $20 million, so a single median only tells part of the story. Whatever is active right now shows in the live MLS grid above; the figures below summarize closed activity across the community over the trailing year.
Source: aggregated neighborhood market data (Redfin), as of May 2026. Over the trailing year the median closed price was about $4.93 million, up roughly 19 percent year over year, with a median of about 86 days on market. Figures reflect the whole community, which ranges from roughly $2 million villas to $30 million-plus estates, so ask for a read on the specific product type you want.
When Admirals Cove May Not Be the Right Fit
Admirals Cove suits buyers who want a full equity country-club lifestyle with both golf and serious boating. It is a large financial commitment beyond the house, and it is not right for everyone. Below are the patterns where buyers usually belong in another community.
The membership equity runs into the hundreds of thousands on top of high annual dues. If you want a club lifestyle without that size of buy-in, consider a community with more flexible membership such as Jonathan's Landing.
Part of what Admirals Cove costs to run is its 63-slip deep-water marina. If you do not boat and want a golf-focused club, consider The Loxahatchee Club.
With 891 homes and a large membership, Admirals Cove is an active, full-service club, not a quiet enclave. For a much smaller and more exclusive setting, consider The Bear's Club.
If a required equity membership does not fit how you want to live, there are waterfront and boating neighborhoods across Jupiter without a country-club commitment. See the wider Jupiter guide.
Admirals Cove vs. the Communities Buyers Shortlist Against It
vs. Frenchman's Creek
A comparably high-end equity golf community just south in Palm Beach Gardens, with two championship courses and its own extensive club. The key difference is water: Frenchman's Creek does not offer Admirals Cove's deep-water yacht marina and ocean access.
Frenchman's Creek for a Palm Beach Gardens address and a strong two-course club; Admirals Cove for golf paired with serious deep-water yachting.
vs. Jonathan's Landing
A larger, more varied Jupiter community with more flexible membership and boating, generally at lower price points. It is the more accessible entry into Jupiter club living, without Admirals Cove's estate-scale product or resort-scale club.
Jonathan's Landing for a more accessible entry and flexible membership; Admirals Cove for higher-end estates, a bigger club, and deep-water yachting.
Buying in Admirals Cove: What to Know
How much does it cost to buy a home in Admirals Cove?
Homes range widely, from golf villas and cottages around $2 million to custom waterfront estates trading above $20 million, with a handful listed in the $30 million-plus range. Over the trailing year the median closed price was about $4.93 million, up roughly 19 percent year over year, at a median of about 86 days on market (neighborhood market data, May 2026). The price depends heavily on whether the home is golf-facing or on deep water.
Is club membership required, and what does it cost?
Admirals Cove is an equity club, and a membership is generally required of residents. Per the club's published schedules, the equity buy-in runs approximately $285,000 for Social up to about $475,000 for Golf, with annual dues from roughly $31,000 to $49,000 by category, plus monthly capital dues and a food-and-beverage minimum. These figures change yearly, so confirm the current schedule and the required category with the club.
What are the membership categories?
There are five: Golf, Sports, Tennis, Social, and Marina. Golf carries full access and advance golf and tennis reservation privileges; Sports adds unrestricted tennis, fitness, and swimming with limited golf in peak season; Tennis and Social carry more restricted golf access with associated fees; and Marina covers boating access. The right category depends on how you plan to use the club.
What amenities does the community have?
The club includes 45 holes of golf (an 18-hole East course plus a 27-hole Golf Village), an 84,000 square foot clubhouse, a 32-room private Inn, 9 Har-Tru tennis courts (four lighted), 12 pickleball courts, a 63-slip marina, and a full spa, salon, and fitness center. It is a full-service country club rather than a golf course with a small clubhouse.
Can I keep a large boat, and is it deep water?
Yes, and there are two routes to it. The club marina holds 63 slips taking yachts up to 130 feet, with a floating fuel dock, pump-out facilities, and a ship store; it serves members rather than transient boaters. Beyond that, more than 500 individual properties in the community have their own private docks. Ocean access is through the Jupiter Inlet roughly two miles north, which is why the community draws yacht owners as well as golfers. Dock dimensions, depth, and size limits vary by property, so confirm the specifics for any home before you rely on them.
Where is it, and how big is the community?
Admirals Cove is in Jupiter, Florida 33477, off Alternate A1A, and is a private gated community of 891 homes across 976 acres. It was developed starting in 1986 on land once owned by philanthropist John D. MacArthur, which is part of why it is comparatively low-density with generous water frontage.
About Dylan Snyder
Dylan Snyder is a second-generation real estate professional and lifelong Floridian based in Palm Beach, and the founder of the Snyder Group, one of the top-producing teams in the state with over $100 million in annual sales. A licensed Realtor with more than 20 years of experience, he holds the e-PRO, Seller Representative Specialist, Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, and Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) designations and is a member of the National Association of Realtors. He advises buyers and sellers across Jupiter's golf and waterfront communities, including Admirals Cove, and can confirm the current membership schedule, POA assessments, and closed-sale data for any home before you write an offer.
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