In the early 1950’s, Guy ‘Sonny’ Antonacci started a sanitation business with a single truck. A venture that evolved into a diversified, multi-generational family business which today includes GreatHorse. Like all of their business interests, GreatHorse was the product of entrepreneurial spirit, vision, hard work and some luck.
GreatHorse is perched on the site previously occupied by Hampden Country Club. HCC first opened in 1973, and over the years it became a tired golf club dying on the vine when the Antonacci family purchased it in 2012.
After seeing the property, GreatHorse President, Guy Antonacci, and his family knew the views were stunning, and with some vision and hard work, the property could be something special. After more than three years — and $45 million — what started off as a “basic renovation” transformed HCC into the most luxurious and exclusive club in the region. GreatHorse — a name chosen in a nod to one of the family’s many entrepreneurial pursuits — made its debut in 2015.
From the very beginning, members and their guests quickly recognized and appreciated the difference between GreatHorse and traditional clubs.
The championship golf course was redesigned by Brian Silva and is now easily among the best tracks in the region. The clubhouse was designed to be an extension of home – where you can feel comfortable and relaxed – not like you’re walking on eggshells. Far from a stuffy country club of old, GreatHorse would be welcoming and relaxed amidst the luxurious, world-class amenities provided.
From the very beginning, one thing has been abundantly clear: It’s Different at GreatHorse.
