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Jim Diederich
Berkeley
2010-11-09
Member (cart not included), played on Monday, October 2010 at 8am
Best in Spring-Fall, still has drainage problems (a few muddy fairways) during rainy season, Nov.-Mar. Every hole is distinct with beautiful vistas, no houses, and each hole has some kind of challenge to make you think about your shots. Over half the greens are elevated or have significant dropoffs on the front and sides. It is not a boring course.
Monthly passes for seniors (55+) for play M-F is the lowest cost in the area, now about $105/month - this is not a typo. Weather is always temperate, both summer and winter, with few exceptions. Maintenance and course condition is much improved over the past couple of years. Some significant hilly holes, but a majority are reasonably flat. Terrace much improved with views of several holes and delightful to enjoy a drink on a nice day. Clubhouse is fine.
Would travel: 20-30 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Bargain priced based on quality and competitive area pricing, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
Difficulty, Layout, Price, Ambiance, No Houses on Course, Pace of Play, Clubhouse
Member (cart not included), played on Monday, October 2010 at 8am
Best in Spring-Fall, still has drainage problems (a few muddy fairways) during rainy season, Nov.-Mar. Every hole is distinct with beautiful vistas, no houses, and each hole has some kind of challenge to make you think about your shots. Over half the greens are elevated or have significant dropoffs on the front and sides. It is not a boring course. Monthly passes for seniors (55+) for play M-F is the lowest cost in the area, now about $105/month - this is not a typo. Weather is always temperate, both summer and winter, with few exceptions. Maintenance and course condition is much improved over the past couple of years. Some significant hilly holes, but a majority are reasonably flat. Terrace much improved with views of several holes and delightful to enjoy a drink on a nice day. Clubhouse is fine.