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Originally Posted by Seaplane Pilot

Different concept altogether. No golf course required.

Here’s the one in Portsmouth so you can familiarize yourself with the concept:

https://onehundredclub.com/exclusive/the-club/

It appears that Bald Peak offerings are similar to the One Hundred Club. Golf is an option, not a prerequisite. You don't normally hear much about private clubs because...they are private.
Check you home club. There may be some reciprocity with other clubs. This works for us when traveling.

Back to the thread: I would expect private clubs to have the same issues as public establishments when it comes to staffing, overhead, etc. Some of this may be mitigated with dues and minimum dining requirements.