The Seawane Club

In 1927 Devereux Emmet to layed out an 18-hole golf links style course, much of it on land reclaimed from the marshes. For their clubhouse, the membership modernized the three story Victorian country estate that was owned by original property owner John N. Auerbach. <br><br> The club was easily accessible by boat via the canals and nearby Lake Kath Ellen, a deep body of water that provided a fine anchorage for motor boats.<br> <br> The club eventually fell on hard times, and the course and clubhouse fell into disrepair. The downward spiral continued until 1960, when residents of Hewlett Harbor purchased the club from the remaining members. Since that time the club has become one of the most prominent clubs in the Metropolitan area. In 1994 the course and clubhouse were completely renovated. <br><br>Each year, The Seawane Club hosts the Richardson Memorial, which honors the late New York Times writer William D. Richardson.