
| Lake Royale, Louisburg, NC A Private Gated Community in the Heartland Of North Carolina Here is a description of this wonderful resort community: HISTORY: Lake Royale was formerly part of the Seven Paths farming community. In 1970, members of the American Realty Corporation started to purchase land. The land along the banks of Cypress Creek was cleared, a dam constructed, and thus the beginning of Lake Sagamore. In 1972, American Realty built the lodge and started selling lots on the west side. In 1977, Lake Sagamore was purchased by the National American Corporation (NACO) and the name was changed to Lake Royale. The back nine holes of the golf course were opened for play in 1987, while the front nine were completed in the spring of 1990. Growing rapidly, the Property Owners Association (POA) built their administration building at the entrance to the lake shortly thereafter. RECREATION: Lake Royale offers a year round recreation program, such as dances, dinners, sports, children's activities and socials. Located on the waterfront, the lodge serves the community as a recreation center, complete with a fully equipped exercise gym, beach, and dock and picnic area. The pavilion (on the east side of the lake) has another beach, a sheltered picnic area, a miniature golf course, rest rooms, and a boat ramp. Other amenities include two swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, boating, water skiing, horseshoe pits, shuffle board and a full 18 hole golf course with property owner privileges. FACTS: The Lake is man-made. Approximately 272 feet above sea level, it consists of 345 acres, with a length of 3.25 miles and a maximum lake depth (located opposite the clubhouse) of forty feet. The shoreline is eleven miles long and with a distance around the lake on Sagamore Drive of 13.5 miles. There are over 60 miles of roads, with a 1200 foot dam, and a 288 foot concrete spillway. The overall property of Lake Royale is 3500 acres which completely surrounds the basin, being fed by Cypress Creek and numerous springs. Presently, there are over 600 permanent residents scattered over more than 6000 residential, camping and golf course lots. It is not a retirement community, although ten percent of the current population who are retired, will tell you it is an excellent choice. A residence cannot be built on a camping lot, nor can a camper be put on a residential lot. The by-laws and covenants can be obtained at the POA office, where a full-time manager and office personnel are on staff. The lake is governed by board of trustees, elected by the property owners. A building committee, finance committee, and board of adjustments are among the many support groups which enlist the help of the POA members. To many, one of the most appealing features is the Lake Royale police force with 24-hour gate security. In addition, there is a maintenance crew and janitorial crew (for the clubhouse, comfort stations, etc.). The annual association dues are presently $454.21 LOCATION: 28 miles northeast of Raleigh, NC, located in the area known as the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Triangle. DIRECTIONS: From Raleigh, take Hwy 401 north to Route 98 E into Bunn, or Route 64 E to route 98 N into Bunn. Alternatively, the lake is 20 miles west of I-95, off exit 138 at Rocky Mount, onto Route 64 W to Route 39 into Bunn. The lake is 3 miles east from the center of Bunn. What do you get for your P.O.A. dues? · Ten steak nights a year. Bring your own steak, the rest of the meal provided. · Ten live band dances per year, admission required. · Thanksgiving dinner, bring a covered plate, ham turkey and drinks provided, plus entertainment. · Halloween party, prizes for kids · Christmas party, presents for kids · Christmas tree trimming party, refreshments served · New Years Eve party, admission required. · Bingo 4 times a month · Easter egg hunt for the kids · Exercise classes at lodge · Exercise room and equipment · Fourth of July bash . Bridge club 2 times a week at lodge · Two 50 plus socials each month · Two Beaches for swimming and sun · Swimming pool and kiddie pool for members and family · Several boat ramps · Free boat docks · 24 hour a day police protection · Limited access to 3500 acre development · Three play areas for kids, near lake front · Tennis court · Miniature golf and shuffleboard at pavilion · Horse shoe pitching pits · 350 acre lake to use for members and their family · Reduced rates at golf course · 4800 sq. ft Lodge as community center · Preschool Play time at lodge · Three Picnic pavilions for family gatherings · Several picnic areas around the lake · Kick off summer slam, Complete with live music, games, food and entertainment. · Spring Bass Tournament · Teen escape event · Super Bowl Party. Admission required covering cost of projection TV rental, 10 foot screen. · Volley Ball Courts · Two comfort centers with laundering facilities open all year. · Six Comfort Centers open in spring to fall seasons. · A Monthly news letter, featuring current events, schedule of recreational events through the community. · A fully equipped and certified Red Cross Shelter, to serve the community in times of disaster . Family Picnic night at the lodge bring lots of KIDS. |