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Michael Davis
Meadow Vista
2011-08-28
Guest (cart included), played on Friday, July 2010 at 6am
My one major criticism of this course is that other than about 4 holes, it is a fabulous layout and could be considered one of the best in Northern California, but there are indeed 4 holes that are terrible and this detracts significantly from one's overall evaluation ! You can't have a 'great' course and have 4 bad holes. The green on no. 1 is ridiculous, the 4th hole 5 par is poorly designed with a iron layup on the tee, the green on 8 is too small, and the 10th hole has multiple design flaws, which is too bad as the hole has a spectacular drive off the tee. Some of the other holes, however, are very special. The course overall is very tough, and a great challenge for the better golfer. From the tips I predict one will stray far from one's handicap !
Would travel: 20-30 Miles
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Ranks with the best in this price level, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
Condition of Course, Difficulty, Price, Ambiance, Pace of Play, Staff, Clubhouse, Pro Shop
Guest (cart included), played on Friday, July 2010 at 6am
My one major criticism of this course is that other than about 4 holes, it is a fabulous layout and could be considered one of the best in Northern California, but there are indeed 4 holes that are terrible and this detracts significantly from one's overall evaluation ! You can't have a 'great' course and have 4 bad holes. The green on no. 1 is ridiculous, the 4th hole 5 par is poorly designed with a iron layup on the tee, the green on 8 is too small, and the 10th hole has multiple design flaws, which is too bad as the hole has a spectacular drive off the tee. Some of the other holes, however, are very special. The course overall is very tough, and a great challenge for the better golfer. From the tips I predict one will stray far from one's handicap !