What began as a dream of rancher and oil pioneer Ralph Fair Sr. became the foundation for Fair Oaks Ranch.
In the 1970s, the Fair family and developer Don Smith transformed the original homestead and surrounding land into a residential haven anchored by a private country club.
With the addition of two Gary Player–designed courses and a clubhouse shaped from the ranch house itself, a legacy of connection, recreation, and Texas hospitality was born.
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Ralph Fair Sr., a rancher and oil industry pioneer, purchases the land that would later become Fair Oaks Ranch.
The Fair family and developer Don Smith begin transforming the property into a residential development with a private country club at its core.
The original ranch house is converted into the club’s first clubhouse, preserving the character of the estate.
The Live Oak Course, designed by Gary Player, opens and puts the club on the map for golfers across Texas.
The Blackjack Oak Course, also designed by Gary Player, debuts and expands the club’s reputation for world-class golf.
Swimming, dining, tennis, and family activities become core parts of the member experience as the club evolves with the community.
With multimillion-dollar renovations underway, Fair Oaks Ranch continues its legacy by blending heritage with modern amenities and a vibrant member lifestyle.