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Resting in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the Big Cove area is located south of Huntsville and includes master-planned communities Hampton Cove and McMullen Cove. Big Cove is ideal for all ages, featuring walking trails, parks and playgrounds, and the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Hampton Cove – all within easy reach of neighborhoods and workplaces.

Real Estate

Hampton Cove features more than 2,000 homes – everything from townhomes and single-family homes to multimillion-dollar estate luxury homes. There are currently 20 neighborhoods that make up Hampton Cove, including Hampton Station, Valley Cove, Grande Highland Estates, Mallards Landing, and Flint Mill. In nearby McMullen Cove, popular neighborhoods include Abby Glen, Avonlea, Kenthurst, Lyla’s Gate, McMullen Place, Old Cove, Sanders Hill, and Silo Hill.

Education

Students living in Big Cove are served by both Huntsville City Schools and Madison County Schools. Area schools include Hampton Cove Elementary, Madison County Elementary, Goldsmith-Schiffman Elementary, Hampton Cove Middle, Huntsville High School, and Madison County High School. A handful of private schools are located close by.

Health & Wellness

Big Cove residents have Huntsville Hospital Physician Care at Hampton Cove and are a short drive away from the Huntsville Medical District and Huntsville Hospital Urgent Care in Jones Valley. Crestwood Medical Center, Huntsville Hospital Physician Care at Bailey Cove, and Crestwood Medical Group Primary Care at Bailey Cove are nearby options for medical care.

Outdoors & Parks

The Big Cove area boasts lakes and ponds, miles of paved walkways, and neighborhood parks. Golfers enjoy the famed 54-hole Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, built on 650 prime acres in Hampton Cove. Membership-only Hampton House is a local favorite for swimming, tennis, fitness, and special events, while nearby McMullen Cove offers an Olympic-size pool, tennis courts, and Sublett Pointe Park. Big Cove residents can also take advantage of outdoor recreation at the Big Cove Creek Greenway, Flint River Greenway, Goldsmith-Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary, and Hays Nature Preserve.

Dining

Big Cove offers a variety of restaurants, including global fare inspired by Asian and Mexican flavors. The addition of national and regional favorites provides options for everyone, and residents can quickly access dining in Jones Valley as well.

Shopping

Big Cove has a Walmart Supercenter and Publix. In nearby Jones Valley, shoppers will find popular stores at Valley Bend at Jones Farm and shopping centers Willowbrook Square, Logan Square, and Westbury Square.

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