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3.8
373 Reviews (373)
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1 Stars
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Conditions
3.7
Value
3.5
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
68.2%
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329 out of 373 reviews
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3.3
10 Reviews (10)
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Conditions
3.1
Value
3.0
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
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3.2
22 Reviews (22)
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Conditions
3.0
Value
2.8
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.6
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.2
45.5%
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10 out of 22 reviews
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Course Highlights
Knowledgeable, welcoming staff and first-class amenities consistently earn high marks from recent golfers visiting this Sandhills layout. The true links feel and challenging, oversized greens create a memorable and rewarding round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6684 yards
Slope 141
Rating 78.6

Dan Maples, architect of the nationally acclaimed Pit Golf Links, has created another masterpiece only minutes from the Village of Pinehurst. Longleaf Golf & Family Club was formerly the site of Starland Farms, for years the training ground of some of the country's top thoroughbreds. As a tribute to its colorful history, Maples incorporated some of the features and flavor of the old facility into the golf course, including part of the fence and training track. The front nine at Longleaf was designed in the Scottish open style with subtly rolling fairways.The back nine, in contrast, is heavily tree-lined and dramatically elevated. Ron Whitten of Golf Digest called Longleaf "...the most playable course in Pinehurst."

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Course Details

Year Built 1988
Golf Season Year round
Architect Dan Maples (1988) Bill Bergin (2016) Michael Gleason (1988)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $22
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "U.S. Kids Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis, Bowling
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Reviews

3.8
373 Reviews (373)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 6
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 11
Undulating Greens 9
Bunkers 7
This course/club is great for:
Locals 12
Playing Multiple Courses 9
Seniors 8
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 11
Near Local Attractions 6

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Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice arrangement of holes--all were fair

Course in nice shape--greens a little slow, but that's probably due to over seeding. Deal included a cart, but it's a very walkable course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Sporty and playable for the everyday golfer.

We'll maintained course that offers two types of golf. The front side has a links feel about it. The back has a woodland feel about it. Let's the everyday golfer have a shot at a good score while providing a good challenge to the accomplished golfer.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great holes, epecially tough par 3's

I've played Longleaf for many years and right now it is in the best shape I've seen it. The greens were great and we were very pleased with the course condition.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice layout

Nice layout of and old horse race track. Needs some attention on greens. They were not cut and made putting difficult. Overall foursome had a good time. Snack bar is very slow so bring your own or eat before u come to this course.

Conditions Poor
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Bang for your Buck

Im a deal hunter and this was an amazing course to play on for any price under $50. Very forgiving fairways, and big greens with just enough challenge to make you want to get it close instead of just on. Shot an 84 and have never been happier (90 avg) Absolutely recommend to anybody looking for some great fun without breaking the bank.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This course has a great atmosphere, peaceful and beautiful.

I have no complaints at all, only compliments. It provides a decent degree of challenge, it is beautiful, it is maintained very nicely, the people are very gracious and welcoming especially Frank and David. I would recommend the course to anyone.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

very frindley for a senior

the course was very nice, it plays well for seniors.Ihad a great time.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice lay out and nicely maintained

This course is like playing two different nines. Nice layout and challenging at times.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Longleaf Review

The course was in good shape. The back nine was a bit more challenging, but both nines were fine. Green were in good condition.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great course

Very good course fairways and greens very good will go back soon

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Typical Sandhills course.... back 9 more hilly terrain. Good Value

Course was in summer condition in Pinehurst Area. Front 9 plays thru old horse farm w race track and fencing still visible in places.
Greens were rough because of recent aeration but would be very good in season I believe. Most courses in area were punching greens or just completed. Longleaf uses the smaller holes for this task. Overall, a great value for $30. I played just before noon with a local and had a great time. Back 9 more terrain variation.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great value. Decent course.

It's a decent course, on the low end for the area for sure but a great value. The greens were a bit poor, but it was raining the few days before. Very slow and some weeds that had been mowed over, resulting in some oddly inconsistent putts. Only other complaint was the bartender/snack window girl was really rude. It's the second time I've played here, both with different people and each time my playing partners mentioned her rudeness to me unprompted. That's obviously a very minor point for a golf course but just think it should be said.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course and great value!

Wide open on the front 9 with a wooden back 9. Some challenging holes (#14 par 5 is pretty tricky). Great rate on Golfnow. Club house is beautiful and staff is super friendly. Will definitely keep playing here!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course for mid & high handicaps

I've played this course several times and staff has always been friendly and accommodating, It is a good course for mid and high handicappers, challenging but not punishing. Course has always been in good condition and greens are decent, but a little slow.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice day for a couple in the course.

Wife and I played a noon round, no one pushing or delaying us. (GolfNow rate very good) Open fairways, nice greens, although cut longer then expected, a bit slow. Recommend spending some time on the practive green. Don't plan to walk, it's a long distance between some holes. Forward tees get a good advantage "lady friendly". Head over to Pinehurst Village for dinner.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful fairways.

The fairways were well maintained and the ball sat up beautifully. The greens did not really fit. Not sure what is going on with the greens. They had some wild grass growing up in them. We have seen this on several courses this summer. They were playable but not fast. We will return.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

friendly layout

course was in fairly good condition
greens were a little slow - could have been mowed to be more consistent

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens were atrocious - had not been mowed recently - very slow. Pace of play glacial - no Marshall on the course, no refreshment cart.

Atrocious greens - very slow, pace of play ridiculously slow, no golf etiquette from other golfers

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great layout

I was definitely pleased with this course, challenging but you can definitely shoot a good score at this course

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This course was average for the area

Course in average shape overall, greens could use some extra attention. Worth playing with a deal through Golf Now, but not worth the regular rates.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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