The Woodlands features beautifully forested neighborhoods, wildflower-lined streets, excellent schools, the finest in entertainment, and recreation. The Woodlands Mall and Town Center provides a wide variety of shopping and dining and The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion offers world-class entertainment.

The Conroe Independent School District provides education for Woodlands residents. There are currently 11 public schools serving the community. All schools have been rated exemplary or have been recognized by the Texas Education Agency. The district’s schools also offer a comprehensive advanced science program. For a private school alternative, The Woodlands Christian Academy provides education for grades K-12. Higher education is provided at Montgomery College and the University Center. Sam Houston State University, Rice University, Texas A & M University and the University of Houston are all a short drive away.

More than 700 businesses are located in The Woodlands, employing more than 16,500 people. Some of the major corporations located in The Woodlands include Shell Oil Company, Hughes Christensen, Tennaco Business Services, Chevron Pipe Line Company and Betz Process Chemicals.

Residents are provided with a recreation center for all age groups, a public library, more than 30 places of religious worship, miles of nature trails and several toll roads that provide easy access to Houston.

Residents living in The Woodlands are lucky enough to take advantage of some of the best golf courses in the nation. Three country clubs with a total of 135 holes on seven Championship and Signature Courses provide golfers of all skill levels with plenty of opportunities to practice their swing out on the links. The Woodlands Country Club features a 27-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Course, an 18-hole Gary Player Signature Course, and the 18-hole Tournament Course, where the Shell Houston Open was held for many years. The Club at Carlton Woods features an 18-hole Tom Fazio Championship Course and an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Course located in Carlton Woods. And lastly, Canongate at The Woodlands features the 18-hole Oaks Course and the 18-hole Panther Trails Course.

In addition to the deep woods, shining waters, exceptional fairways and pristine greens of the community golf courses, The Woodlands offers 21 tennis courts, five swimming pools, fishing holes, more than 60 neighborhood parks and nearly 120 miles of hiking, biking and running trails that connect the residential neighborhoods. The resort spa features saunas, steam rooms and a massage and a full-service salon. Two complete fitness facilities are also located in the spa.

The master plan of The Woodlands was developed based on a village concept that supports the widest choices of home styles and neighborhoods. It has been the number one selling residential real estate community in Houston and Texas since 1990.