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Golfer Bob
Walkersville
2008-09-23
$26 (cart included), played on Friday, September 2008 at noon
I play GV about six times/year, most recently 9-12-08. Layout is pretty FLAT: not a serious hill in sight, which, of course, makes it very walkable. Having said that, it's still an interesting course, and has its challenging holes, notably #13 and #14, as a previous rater mentioned. #7 and #14 also feature tee shots through a chute of trees, which can be daunting if your driver isn't behaving itself. Otherwise, it's pretty straightforward, and pretty much wide open. Tee boxes are in good shape for September; fairways are very good, with generous landing areas. Bunkers are not in great shape, being thin and very firm. Greens are medium sized, most are not heavily contoured, and generally putt medium slow. Course gets a lot of outings and MSGA events, so call ahead before showing up to play. "Clubhouse" is pretty basic, in the lower level of an old barn, and not worth a lot of time or attention. Staff has always been friendly and welcoming. The course just changed ownership about ten days ago, so there may be some changes forthcoming, but one hopes not. GV is a nice, friendly course, with a neighborhood" kind of feel to it. It is also not the easiest place to find, so make sure you have directions before setting out. I recommend it.
Would travel: 20-30 Miles, Not Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Average course for the area, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
$26 (cart included), played on Friday, September 2008 at noon
I play GV about six times/year, most recently 9-12-08. Layout is pretty FLAT: not a serious hill in sight, which, of course, makes it very walkable. Having said that, it's still an interesting course, and has its challenging holes, notably #13 and #14, as a previous rater mentioned. #7 and #14 also feature tee shots through a chute of trees, which can be daunting if your driver isn't behaving itself. Otherwise, it's pretty straightforward, and pretty much wide open. Tee boxes are in good shape for September; fairways are very good, with generous landing areas. Bunkers are not in great shape, being thin and very firm. Greens are medium sized, most are not heavily contoured, and generally putt medium slow. Course gets a lot of outings and MSGA events, so call ahead before showing up to play. "Clubhouse" is pretty basic, in the lower level of an old barn, and not worth a lot of time or attention. Staff has always been friendly and welcoming. The course just changed ownership about ten days ago, so there may be some changes forthcoming, but one hopes not. GV is a nice, friendly course, with a neighborhood" kind of feel to it. It is also not the easiest place to find, so make sure you have directions before setting out. I recommend it.