
Welcome to Long Cove
Malakoff, Texas

Welcome to Long Cove
Long Cove is a private luxury lakefront community just an hour from Dallas, designed for families to escape the city and embrace the simplicity of lake life. Nestled along the shores of Cedar Creek Lake, it’s more than a place—it’s a legacy in the making.
Find Your Lake Home – Three Available Home Types
Whether nestled along the shoreline or overlooking a peaceful inland pond, every home at Long Cove is designed for effortless lake living. With full access to resort-style amenities—including boat valet, docks, and curated events—owning a lake home has never been easier. Explore move-in-ready homes, thoughtfully designed new builds, or custom homesites to create your own retreat.
Luxury Lakefront Living Made Effortless
With eight and a half miles of shoreline, thoughtfully designed homes, and resort-style amenities, Long Cove offers a seamless blend of adventure and relaxation. Whether it’s boating at sunrise, biking wooded trails, or gathering for a lakeside sunset, every moment here is built for connection.
Curated experiences, from live music to chef-driven dining, create a vibrant, welcoming community where neighbors become lifelong friends. With expertly managed services that take the hassle out of lake home ownership, Long Cove makes it effortless to turn weekends into lasting memories.


Real Estate at Long Cove
Three Ways to Buy at Long Cove – Your Lakefront Legacy Starts Here
At Long Cove on Cedar Creek Lake, you can choose the path to homeownership that best fits your lifestyle whether that means moving in now, building from the ground up, or personalizing a thoughtfully designed home.
Move-In Ready Homes
Completed homes available now, offering immediate access to the Long Cove lifestyle. Ideal for buyers who want a turnkey lake retreat or full-time home without the wait.
Custom Homesites
Select a homesite and work with your architect and builder to create a one-of-a-kind lake home designed entirely around your vision.
Semi-Custom Developer Homes
A curated selection of floor plans with the ability to personalize finishes and details offering a balance of customization and convenience.
However you choose to build or buy, each path leads to a beautifully designed home within a connected, lakefront community built for generations.


Golf at Long Cove
Golf at Long Cove is entering an exciting new chapter anchored by a world-class championship course and complemented by playful, family-friendly experiences that make the game accessible and social.
The Canary: Championship Course (Opening Summer 2027)
Long Cove is currently building a private, 18-hole championship golf course designed by Beau Welling, one of the most respected modern course architects in the world. Thoughtfully routed through the landscape and integrated into the fabric of the community, The Canary will offer a refined and challenging golf experience when it opens in Summer 2027.
Designed to be timeless rather than trendy, The Canary will become the centerpiece of Long Cove’s golf offering, elevating both the lifestyle and long-term value of the community.
The Proving Grounds: Short Course (Relocating & Expanding)
The Proving Grounds is currently being relocated and expanded into a new 15-hole short course, also designed by Beau Welling. The new layout will preserve its role as a relaxed, highly playable format, ideal for families, beginners, and quick evening rounds.
Thistle Never Dhu: Putting Course
One of the largest putting greens in the world, Thistle Never Dhu is a 2-acre putting course designed by Dave Zinkand of Bandon Dunes fame. Shaped by the natural contours of the land, it offers an endlessly engaging experience for players of all ages and skill levels — from casual family competitions to serious short-game practice.


Amenities at Long Cove
Marina & Boating
At Long Cove, lake life is effortless. Our expert Marina team and partners at Buxton Marine handle everything from boat sales to maintenance, so you can focus on what really matters—like who’s up next on the wakeboard. With on-site Nautique service and a full-service marina at your fingertips, getting out on the water is as easy as making the call. Just show up, cast off, and enjoy the ride.
Neighborhood Pools
Designed for all-day enjoyment, our neighborhood pools bring the best of a luxury getaway right to your backyard. Think refreshing dips, cannonballs for the kids, and cocktails delivered to your lounge chair—because here, relaxation is always on the menu.
Tennis & Pickleball
From classic tennis matches to the fast-paced fun of pickleball, Long Cove offers courts for every kind of player. Whether you’re rallying with neighbors, competing in our signature Pickler Tournaments, or sharpening your skills in a pro-led clinic, there’s always a game to jump into. Need gear? Grab community racquets, paddles, and balls anytime at the Toy Barn. Friendly competition and effortless fun—it’s all part of the game.
Fitness
At Long Cove, staying active feels effortless. Whether it’s biking the trails, swimming laps, or getting a workout in at the Fitness Studio, movement is built into lake life. With amenities designed for every pace—high-energy or laid-back—you’ll find plenty of ways to stay strong, keep active, and enjoy the outdoors.
Bar & Grill
Some days, cooking just isn’t on the agenda—that’s where Long Cove’s dining options come in. Whether it’s a laid-back dinner at the Regatta Grill, a fresh coffee from the Café at the Welcome Center, or a quick grab-and-go stop at the Mini Market, delicious and convenient meals are always close by. No stress, no planning—just easy, satisfying bites whenever you need them.
Treehouse Adventure Park
Tucked beneath the canopy in the heart of Eastport, the Treehouse Adventure Park is where kids roam free, imaginations run wild, and memories are made. Built by Beanstalk Builders to inspire awe and ignite adventure, this one-of-a-kind playground is just as fun to look at as it is to explore.
Play Field
The birthplace of friendly competition. From lacrosse and soccer to wiffle ball and kickball, the Play Field is where the games (and the laughs) never stop. It’s also home to some of Long Cove’s biggest community events and features soft, natural turf—perfect for energetic kids, serious athletes, and impromptu backyard showdowns.
Toy Barn
Gear up for adventure. The Toy Barn is stocked with everything you need to play—fishing poles, yard games, cruiser bikes, and sports equipment of all kinds. It’s also home to our Welcome Center, Café, and Mini Market, making it the perfect pit stop before heading out for the day.
Basketball Court
Game on. Located next to the pickleball courts and Thistle Never Dhu putting green, our outdoor basketball court is always open for a friendly game or a solo shootaround. Need a ball? Pick one up at the Toy Barn and hit the court.
Beach Volleyball Court
Dig in and serve up some fun. Our two scenic white sand volleyball courts bring the beach to the lake—one in front of the Founders Row Pool and another along the north shore of Henderson Bay.
Community Bikes & Equipment
Making the most of Long Cove is even easier with community bikes and shared sports equipment available to all homeowners and guests. Whether you’re cruising the trails, gearing up for a game with friends, or heading to the water, we’ve got everything you need to dive right in.


Lifestyle at Long Cove
The Trails
Breathe in the fresh air, feel the earth beneath your feet, and reconnect with the natural world. Long Cove’s miles of scenic trails offer a true retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. Whether you’re walking, biking, or cruising by golf cart, every path invites you to slow down, soak in the quiet, and experience the restorative power of nature.
Fishing
At Long Cove, the fish stories are big—and they’re all true. With four stocked ponds and the open waters of Cedar Creek Lake, anglers of all ages can reel in largemouth bass, hybrid striped bass, catfish, crappie, and bluegill. And with Cedar Creek Lake stretching 18 miles long, 8.5 miles wide, and reaching depths of 53 feet, there’s always plenty of room to cast a line and make your next great catch.
For the Kids
Bored kids? Not at Long Cove. With endless ways to explore, play, and connect, every day feels like an adventure. Whether they’re scaling treehouses, running wild on a scavenger hunt, making a splash at a pool party, competing on the Play Field, or watching movies under the stars, there’s always something to keep them engaged. From crafts and classes to sunrises and s’mores, Long Cove is where childhood memories are made.
Community Events
The biggest weekends of the year are even bigger at Long Cove. From fireworks over Cedar Creek Lake on the Fourth of July to festive holiday celebrations, our Signature events bring the community together for multi-day celebrations filled with live music and family-friendly activities. A Signature weekend at Long Cove is an experience you won’t want to miss!
Contact Tommy McNamara To Learn More!
Tommy McNamara
Phone: (469) 652-8965
Email: info@longcovetx.com
3250 TX-198, Malakoff, TX 75148



