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The Pinehills, Massachusetts
The Village Green of The Pinehills
The Village Green of The Pinehills
Official logo of The Pinehills, Massachusetts
Location in Plymouth County in Massachusetts
Location in Plymouth County in Massachusetts
Country United States
State Massachusetts
County Plymouth
Area
 • Total 4.12 sq mi (10.66 km2)
 • Land 4.08 sq mi (10.57 km2)
 • Water 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 4,515
 • Density 1,106.89/sq mi (427.32/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
Zip code
02360
Area code(s) 508
FIPS code 25-69585
GNIS feature ID 2583712

The Pinehills is a special area in Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a place that the government counts for population, but it's not an official town.

The Pinehills is also a very large community that has homes and businesses. It is the biggest new living and shopping area in New England. In 2020, about 4,515 people lived here.

About The Pinehills

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 4,515
U.S. Decennial Census

The Pinehills is a huge community that mixes homes with businesses. When it is fully built, it will have 3,065 homes. It will also have many shops and offices.

This community is built on only 30 percent of its land. This means that over 2,200 acres of open space are kept natural. This area is bigger than many towns in Massachusetts.

Living in The Pinehills

Today, The Pinehills has more than 2,000 homes. These include houses, apartments, and condos. There are also two public golf courses and one private golf club.

The main shopping area is called the Village Green. It has a grocery store, restaurants, and a post office. You can also find shops, doctors' offices, and other services there.

Homes in The Pinehills are grouped into almost 40 neighborhoods. Each neighborhood has different types of homes. You can find small cottage homes or large custom-built houses. There are also townhomes and luxury apartments. Many different builders design these homes.

Mirbeau Inn & Spa

The Pinehills is also home to the Mirbeau Inn & Spa. This is a special place for relaxation and beauty treatments. It is known for its beautiful buildings and design. Around the Inn, there are gardens inspired by famous paintings.

There is also a special living area for seniors called Laurelwood. It offers help for older people who need it.

The Village Green

The Pinehills
The largest building of the Village Green, which contains medical offices and a restaurant

The Village Green is the main shopping and business area in The Pinehills. It has many useful places for people who live there.

You can find the Mirbeau Inn & Spa here. There is also a grocery store called The Market at The Pinehills. Other shops include a salon, a restaurant, and a post office. You can also find a wine and spirits shop.

The Village Green also has several medical centers and offices. There is a bank branch office too. A gas station opened in 2012, and a fire station is also located nearby.

Golf Courses

The Pinehills is famous for its golf courses. The Pinehills Golf Club has two public 18-hole courses. They are called the "Nicklaus Course" and the "Rees Jones Course." These courses are often ranked among the best in the United States.

There is also a private golf club called Old Sandwich Golf Club. Its golf course was designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw.

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