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4.0
582 Reviews (582)
5 Stars
172
4 Stars
266
3 Stars
99
2 Stars
26
1 Stars
19
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.6
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.8
82.0%
Recommend this course
493 out of 582 reviews
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3.9
30 Reviews (30)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.7
Value
3.7
Layout
3.9
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
80.0%
Recommend this course
24 out of 30 reviews
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4.0
53 Reviews (53)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.6
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
79.2%
Recommend this course
42 out of 53 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout earns consistent praise for its interesting design and scenic views that keep rounds engaging. Friendly staff add a welcoming atmosphere that golfers regularly highlight as a standout feature.

About

Holes 18
Type Municipal
Style Links
Par 71
Length 6554 yards
Slope 133
Rating 71.9
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Sanctuary Lake Golf Course
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Course Details

Year Built 2004
Fairways Bent grass
Greens Bent grass

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.0
582 Reviews (582)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 26
Bunkers 19
Thick Rough 14
This course/club is great for:
Locals 15
Advanced Golfers 12
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 10
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 23
In the 'Burbs 20
Worth the Drive 8

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Reviews 1
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3.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great experience.

Can’t wait to return with friends. The staff is excellent here. Great course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

great for the value

We (2some) had a 6:44 tee time and the started suggested to the 4some we start first and worked out great. Cart path only because of rain the day and night prior.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Nice course

Course condition very good but sand traps were horrible shape and every time I’ve played that is usually the only complaint

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Nice facility

This course is challenging, but fair. I've always enjoyed playing here. There were a few areas damaged by standing water.

Good driving range and practice greens. Would be nice if they had a good chip and pitch area with sand bunkers.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Nice Greens

Flew in from South Carolina to play with a friend who live there. Nice course but I soon realized the course was made on an old dump site. Kind of interesting. Greens were nice and open fairways. Will play there again

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Fantastic

This was my second time playing. I am blown away at the condition and pace of play. Played 18 holes in a touch over 3 hours. Great range. Loved the grass area. Greens rolled true. Fairways were awesome

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
3.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0

Spent $75 to play golf on a rainy day, the person working the Counter was miserable, seemed like he hated his job and was mad that I showed up at the golf course this morning… I don’t mind overpaying for golf but when the staff treats you like crap, that’s where I draw the line. I will never go back there again and I live a half a mile from the golf course…..

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Sanctuary Lake Solo Round was heavenly

I had an unexpected chance to play on the 20th and found open times at Sanctuary Lake in my hometown. I was able to play by myself, finished in under 3 1/2 hours and really enjoyed the course and experience. Staff was friendly and pleasant on the course and in the pro shop. The course was in excellent shape, though there is some ground under repair on a few holes. Fun round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyable Muni

I arrived late for my tee time due to some unforeseen circumstances. The staff were very understanding and accommodating. Lucky for me there was enough open time for me to still get out and play. The course was in good condition despite less than ideal weather so far this year. Greens were on the slow side but rolled true.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Outrageous Price

Course is overbooked, layout is cramped, and weekend pricing in April for 18 holes is INSANELY HORRIBLE VALUE. $75 for this LANDFILL

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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