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Sean Beardsley
Mission Viejo
2010-09-28
$76 (cart included), played on Sunday, September 2010 at 6am
I have played this course dozens of times. From the tips, it is a great test for even the most skilled golfer. It is one of the only OC courses secluded from any housing and the setting is really beautiful. One of the best layouts around and the facilities are first class. Don't miss the Sunday buffet - a real bargain at 1/2 off if you play that day. That said, pace of play is agonizing and the greens are always rough and slow. Depending upon the season, the fairways can be pretty dormant and thin. At this price point, I expect better consistency year round and wish the marshals were empowered to speed up play. Bottom line: come for the challenge, scenery and great food but ready to forgive the greens and the pace of play.
Would travel: 20-30 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
$76 (cart included), played on Sunday, September 2010 at 6am
I have played this course dozens of times. From the tips, it is a great test for even the most skilled golfer. It is one of the only OC courses secluded from any housing and the setting is really beautiful. One of the best layouts around and the facilities are first class. Don't miss the Sunday buffet - a real bargain at 1/2 off if you play that day. That said, pace of play is agonizing and the greens are always rough and slow. Depending upon the season, the fairways can be pretty dormant and thin. At this price point, I expect better consistency year round and wish the marshals were empowered to speed up play. Bottom line: come for the challenge, scenery and great food but ready to forgive the greens and the pace of play.