Summerfield

Polo Trails, Summerfield Neighborhood

Nestled amid lush landscapes, Polo Trails offers an inviting blend of custom-built homes on spacious lots, creating a harmonious balance of elegance and privacy. With its tree-lined streets, welcoming sense of community, and tranquil atmosphere, Polo Trails stands out as the perfect retreat to call home.

Summerfield offers a peaceful atmosphere thanks to its calm and quiet surroundings with minimal street noise. The town features a variety of single detached homes, including many built after 2000, alongside charming mid-century residences. Spacious properties with four or more bedrooms are common, accommodating larger living needs comfortably. Accessibility by car is convenient, with generally easy parking availability. Educational opportunities include primary schools within reasonable distance, and daily necessities like groceries are accessible via car trips. Green spaces are present throughout the area, providing occasional natural spots for relaxation while preserving the tranquil environment of this inviting community.

The character of Summerfield is exemplified by its slower-paced atmosphere. Summerfield is very quiet, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Green spaces are sparse, making it very difficult to get to them.

Highlights of Polo Trails

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌲 Future Bandera Farms Park

Scheduled to open in November 2026, this major 115–120 acre regional park just off Bunch Road in Summerfield will feature 4.5 miles of unpaved equestrian and hiking trails, an adventure playground, picnic shelter and restrooms, and serve as a critical link in the Piedmont Greenway network.

🏞️ Summerfield Community Park

Located at 5404 Centerfield Road and centrally positioned for Polo Trails residents, this park offers walking and biking trails, playgrounds, picnic shelters, exercise stations, a fishing pier and outdoor amphitheater—ideal for daily recreation and community events.

🏫 Historic Summerfield School Gymnasium (Rock Gym)

Just a short drive from Polo Trails, the Rustic Revival–style stone gym built in 1938–39 as part of a WPA project now serves as a community center and landmark, offering historical and architectural significance to the neighborhood.

🚴 Piedmont Greenway Trail Segment

Polo Trails enjoys proximity to the planned Piedmont Greenway corridor running through Bandera Farms Park, offering residents future access to a multi‑use crushed stone trail that will eventually connect Greensboro to Winston‑Salem.

🐕 Summerfield Paw Park

Located nearby, the Summerfield Paw Park provides a dedicated, fenced space for neighborhood dogs to run off‑leash and socialize, adding to the family‑friendly appeal of Polo Trails.

A Summerfield Neighborhood

This June in Polo Trails

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

Friday, June 19, 2026

Juneteenth Triad Farmers Market

Hayes‑Taylor Memorial YMCA, Greensboro, NC • 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

A vibrant, family-friendly farmers market celebrating Juneteenth with local vendors, food trucks, live music, a Pit Master contest, youth activities, and community energy—an excellent way for Summerfield residents to support regional small businesses and enjoy culture nearby.

Sunday, June 7, 2026

World Promenade 2026

Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden, Greensboro, NC • 1:00 PM–5:00 PM

A multicultural open-air marketplace featuring artisans and crafters in beautiful garden surroundings—perfect for families in the Polo Trails area looking for a leisurely afternoon of local shopping and cultural exploration.

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Summer in the Gardens – Artisan Market

Paul J. Ciener Botanical Gardens, Kernersville, NC • 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

A scenic artisan market set in stunning botanical gardens with handmade goods, vendors, and sweet treats—ideal for Summerfield residents wanting a peaceful, creative outing just a short drive away.

Friday, June 19, 2026

Them! at Bynum Front Porch Summer Music Series

Bynum Front Porch (outside Chapel Hill/Sanford) • 7:00 PM–8:30 PM

Free evening roots-rock concert with a relaxed porch-party vibe, food truck, and community feel—great for families near Polo Trails seeking live music and a friendly, outdoor gathering.

Saturday, every Wednesday & Saturday in June 2026

NW Guilford Farmers & Specialty Market

7200 Summerfield Road, Summerfield, NC • Wednesdays 4:00 PM–6:30 PM; Saturdays 8:30 AM–12:00 PM

Convenient, local farmers’ market minutes from Polo Trails offering fresh local produce, meats, eggs, artisanal goods—perfect for supporting nearby growers and stocking up on farm-fresh staples.

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