Buildable plan: Aspen II, Greens of Chapel Creek, Shawnee, KS 66226

Golf-course homesites are popular for a variety of reasons—the desire to be surrounded by rolling green space (that you don't have to tend yourself), the appeal of increased privacy, or simply the quiet respite nature provides—so such homesites go for a premium in most neighborhoods. But to have an entire community built around a thriving course, with the chance to build the house of your dreams on such exceptional lots? That's a rare opportunity in and of itself. Such is the case at Rodrock Development's Greens of Chapel Creek in Shawnee. The community feels tucked away from the noise and bustle of city living, yet is just minutes from key metropolitan area destinations. And with a variety of single-family ranch, two-story, story-and-a-half, and reverse story-and-a-half homes—built by some of Kansas City's premier builders. Many homesites range from 83 to 100 feet in width, providing for a variety of unique floor plans. Such careful preparation helps ensure the community is anything but cookie-cutter in appearance. As well, the impressively sized space provides for plenty of privacy between neighbors and ample room for kids and pets to play. Yet another bonus? Many of the homesites have views of the golf course lakes! Shawnee Golf & Country Club is the source of such gorgeous views, and it also offers affordable club memberships for both individuals and families. The club boasts a 27-hole championship golf course—designed by Lyndy Lindsey—four sets of tee boxes, an aqua driving range, three swimming pools (swimming, sports, and a wading pool for small children), a hard-surface tennis court, fitness center, and luxurious clubhouse with women's and men's locker rooms and dining facilities. Still, that's only part of all that the Greens has to offer: A gorgeous pool is frequented by residents, and the city park, Erfurt Park is right next door.