Brooksville

Southern Hills, Brooksville Neighborhood

Southern Hills is a peaceful neighborhood with tranquil, tree-lined streets. Single detached houses form the majority of residences throughout the area. A substantial portion of housing was constructed after the year two thousand. Architectural variety ranges from cozy lofts to large four-plus bedroom homes. Local restaurants and small businesses provide convenient neighborhood dining and shopping options. Street layouts often offer plentiful parking and relaxed suburban ambiance for residents. Nearly ninety percent of properties serve as primary residences for long-term occupants. Parks and green spaces contribute serene settings for outdoor relaxation nearby. Community character emphasizes calm living and a welcoming neighborhood spirit.

Southern Hills offers a relaxed atmosphere. Southern Hills is very quiet overall, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

Highlights of Southern Hills

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

⛳ Southern Hills Plantation Club

The centerpiece of the neighborhood, this private club features a Pete Dye-designed championship golf course, upscale dining, and a full calendar of community events, making it a hub for recreation and social connection among Southern Hills residents.

🏊 Southern Hills Clubhouse Pool

Overlooking rolling hills, this resort-style pool is a favorite gathering spot for families and neighbors, offering lap lanes, a children’s play area, poolside service, and seasonal activities exclusive to the Southern Hills community.

🌳 The Hills Park

Nestled within Southern Hills, The Hills Park offers shaded walking paths, a children's playground, sports courts, and serene picnic spots, blending the neighborhood's natural beauty with well-maintained recreation facilities for all ages.

🍔 Vineyards Grille

Located inside the Southern Hills Plantation Club, Vineyards Grille is a neighborhood favorite for gourmet burgers, fresh seafood, and casual lunches with panoramic views of the golf course, fostering a tight-knit dining scene for residents and their guests.

🚴 Southern Hills Nature Trails

This network of scenic walking and biking trails winds throughout the community, featuring lush landscaping, peaceful ponds, and tranquil woodlands, encouraging an active outdoor lifestyle right outside residents’ doorsteps.

Southern Hills

This July in Southern Hills

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

July 4, 2026

Hernando County’s Salute to America 250

Sand Hill Scout Reservation (11210 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL) • 4:00 PM–10:00 PM

A once-in-a-generation Independence Day celebration in Brooksville honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary, with live music, kids’ activities, food vendors, a fireworks and drone show—perfect for families in Southern Hills seeking a festive, local community gathering.

July 4, 2026

Midway Patriotic Car Show

Hernando County Fairgrounds (6436 Broad St, Brooksville, FL) • 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

Local car enthusiasts and families can enjoy classic and custom cars, music, food trucks, raffles and vendors—all just minutes from Southern Hills, making it a fun daytime outing for the whole family.

July 7, 2026

Summer Art Show Opening

Brooksville Free Public Library • 4:00 PM–6:00 PM

Celebrate local artists at the library’s Summer Art Show—just a short drive from Southern Hills, residents can mingle with creators, enjoy refreshments, and support community arts in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

July 11, 2026

Moonlight Movies – Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)

Hernando Park • 7:00 PM–11:00 PM

A charming outdoor family movie night under the stars in downtown Brooksville—close to Southern Hills—complete with pre-movie Golden Ticket scavenger hunt and DJ entertainment, ideal for an evening outing with kids.

July 18, 2026

Annual Book Sale

Brooksville Free Public Library • 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

The library’s annual book sale is a great opportunity for residents of Southern Hills to browse affordable books, support the library, and enjoy a community-focused morning activity.

July 29, 2026

Brooksville Aglow

GFWC Historic Brooksville Woman’s Club (131 S. Main St, Brooksville, FL) • 1:00 PM–3:00 PM

A free community event offering inspiration and encouragement in a peaceful setting—ideal for local residents seeking a meaningful afternoon gathering close to home.

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