The Cleghorn Club

Not that this hidden gem needs anymore 5 star reviews but I love this place so much. Greens are always in great shape. Pace of play, even without a ranger / starter, is typically smooth. The leaves were blown off the course to the best off their abilities. The new bar / food menu has plenty of great options and priced fairly. A hot deal below $30 is always a steal. I drive 50-55 min from Asheville about 3-4 times a year and it’s always worth it. Electric carts are always clean and charged up.

Fairways, greens and rough were as good as anything I've played this year all for $25 on golfnow which was mind-blowing. The only things that could use a little attention was the bunkers and fringes. Bunkers were ok but had a few that had a few too many rocks in them and I definitely recommend chipping off the fringe, they were too furry and unpredictable to put through but overall unbelievable value for the quality of the course.

We enjoyed our round. They had a tournament earlier than n the day and the participants were finishing up when we started. Our first 4 holes were very slow because of the number of groups playing. The course was also cart path only. That’s a pain for a large course. Beautiful course and we will play again.

Greens 4.5 bermuda type, been dyed/painted since likely had previous freeze in this area

Fairways 4.0 only # 10 had some issues, could play the ball down.

Bunkers/traps 4.5 very well maintained and good consistency

Layout 4.0 good variant of holes, with uniqueness of most holes. Nice elevation changes, but not too harsh.

Cart Paths 2.5 Like most asphalt paths in this region, get bumpy with time, especially with roots beneath the paths.

Clubhouse 3.75 Very nice staff, Appears to have basic snacks, and not meal type food.

Great golf course in great condition - very good value! Could play this course every day.

Nice shape, mtn golf. Fun layout. Good grill area.

This time of year our Western NC courses normally show their wear and tear. Fairways are typically weedy and thin, and greens are questionable. Cleghorn couldn't have been more different! The fairways were plush Bermuda, but they weren't mud bogs. And the greens were undulating, true, quick, and consistently maintained. I don't recall seeing a spot of burned out turf or ratty green anywhere.

The layout is up and down (as advertised) - you won't get many flat shots. But most lies were level, allowing you plenty of opportunity to get a good swing on the ball. Tee shots are fair - there is room to spray the ball a bit. But the rough and woods are thick. Anything far offline is probably going to be lost. The greens offered many tiers with some tough pin positions possible (we saw some). We had to play for the ball to roll out a little more on the greens than is normal at some of our other area courses, but that added to the challenge. The overall setting is a beautiful old plantation, and it offers some pretty stunning views.

We'll be back!

This is my favorite course around here. Greens are excellent and putt true. Layout is great as you can use all your clubs. Staff is awesome and friendly. Price is definitely fair and I always have a great time playing here. Course has always been in great shape. Will come back many times I’m sure!

I have been playing this course for ten years or so,(except when it was closed for two years pending the outcome of a legal dispute).I took my golf buddies from the UK here twice in the last couple of weeks and they loved it. A beautiful, testing course which requires staying in the short grass or pay the price. The course is in excellent condition thanks to a great course superintendent and his team. The greens are the best that I have played on this year. Very friendly staff. I drive 33 miles down the mountain to play here. The green fees will not break the bank either..

Fast greens, nice fairways, nice layout. I play a lot of course’s in the upstate SC Greenville, Greenwood,Travelers Rest, Spartanburg, Simpsonville, & Newberry . This is the best of all the places I play and only 52 minutes from woodruff sc & 35 minutes from Greenville . You can also use your fairway woods MORE THAN 1 time

Course is in good shape greens are excellent....some of the sand traps are bad....typical for a mountain course. Fun place to play.....great stone work with plenty of great views.

Haven't played course in years but the greens are still in great shape and fast. Fairways are well manicured. Course is hilly so shot placement is vital on some holes. Love the scenery.

Haven't played this course in over 10 years. But the greens are still fast and in great shape. The fairways are well manicured. Some whole are shot placement as the fairways are hilly and sloped. Beautiful scenery.

Best course in the area to learn on. Not because it's easy (it's definitely not) but because the rangers never come up and tell you to speed up your game. I've played several other courses in the area and believe me, I'm trying to play the best I can but when the ball goes wonkers, it slows you down. Take plenty of balls as there are many holes where you either have a great shot or the ball is forever lost in the woods or water!