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4.4
614 Reviews (614)
5 Stars
327
4 Stars
219
3 Stars
44
2 Stars
12
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
89.8%
Recommend this course
566 out of 614 reviews
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4.3
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
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0
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.9
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 9 reviews
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4.3
72 Reviews (72)
5 Stars
41
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.5%
Recommend this course
63 out of 72 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high praise for its balance of beauty and challenge at country club-level conditions and exceptional value. Welcoming staff and smooth pace of play make every round a rewarding experience worth repeating.

About

Holes 18
Type Private
Par 71
Length 6925 yards
Slope 132
Rating 72.9

Delaware Golf Club sprawls across rolling countryside that lends an idyllic and secluded setting. Donald Ross designed the original nine holes in 1922 and they were later joined by a second nine designed by Michael Hurzdan in 1998. The layout meanders through wooded valleys and ravines. The rolling fairways are fairly wide but they are lined with mature trees and bunkers heavily guard the small, undulating greens. There are also water hazards that come into play on a number of holes. Delaware Golf Club's second hole is notably challenging, it is arguably the toughest hole on the front nine. This par-4 requires not only accuracy in order to avoid the ravine on the left but also distance to carry the lake and remain in the angled fairway. Golfers will be faced with one of the most difficult putts on the golf course if their approach finds the wrong side of the green.

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Course Details

Year Built 1922
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 3/01 Closed: 12/15
Architect Donald Ross (1922) Dr. Michael Hurdzan (1998) Fuzzy Zoeller (1998)

Rentals/Services

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
Dress code Colared shirt required

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Available Sports

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Reviews

4.4
614 Reviews (614)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 14
Patio Dining 8
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 27
Bunkers 26
Undulating Greens 24
This course/club is great for:
Locals 24
Advanced Golfers 18
Entertaining Clients 11
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 24
Convenient to the City 22
In the 'Burbs 17

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Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good course

We had fun! We will play again here. This is great course.

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

Very playable course - have a number of good holes, blind tee shots with elevated greens.

course was in very good condition for this time of the year (12/4/2012). Greens are still rolling very good.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

nice layout, fun holes, lots of tree

played on a cold november afternoon. lots of sunshine. course was wet in some spots, and the ground was soft. greens held shots, and they were lightning fast and smooth. Some tight tee shots out there, very fun layout. Will def play out there again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser

Cart not charged

I went there and was told after i take care of you I'm gone for the day. The Cart wasn't completely charged and I had to push it to get it back on the front 9.
The course is not properly marked for each hole and when you go from the back to the front. The other players were rude when asking for directions. I didn't even play the back 9 because of the people and nothing friendly marked.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Best public golf course I've played this year.

I've only played public courses that used to be private country clubs and this course has been one of the best I've played. I just played it last week with a friend, and with the exception of leaves on some greens, these were the best greens I've played all year. They were smooth and fast. Keep up the good work Delaware Golf Club. Can't wait to play it in the summer.

P.S.- The only recommendation I would express, to help guide new patrons, would be better signage to next tee boxes from certain holes (especially the holes along the road).

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

A great course and a good value

A fun course with distinctive 9s by Donald Ross and Hurdzan/Zoeller adds great variety. The two par fives on the front, and the par 4 11th and 16 th are the best holes. The course is rarely crowded.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Front and Back nines different, but playable

Course in good shape, not crowded, so played in 3 hours.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course!

I should really keep my mouth shut on this one because it is such a treasure and lately it has not been crowded. But it is an awesome course and a terrific value. Very scenic for central Ohio and a good bit of relief. One of my favorite public courses. The greens are awesome.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

great course

Great mixture of old and new designs with rolling hills and fine greens and fairways. Highly recommended for the weekly golfer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Anything under $40 is a steal!!!

This is a Donald Ross hidden in Delaware County!!! Originally designed in 1922 with two tee boxes to make 18 holes! Dramatic valleys, huge trees, and water hazards make this a great challenge! Play the blues for an extra challenge!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course

Enjoyed playing the courses and we have played the course again. We would recommend this course. Greens and fairways well maintained.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Middle holes are very challenging

The course is fair and fun for 6 holes, challenging for 6, and highly varied in final 6. It is a devilish course - 666. I believe the front nine is newer as it winds through housing. The back "ten", beginning with number 9, takes advantage of the natural features to provide a very interesting set of holes which are basically isolated from the development scenario. Experience is a significant factor in playing this course. The Monday rate makes it an excellent golf buy.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Course has really nice greens and fairways. Kept nice.

This course has really 2 different nines. The first 9 holes is the newest edition done back in the late 90's. The second 9 holes is mostly the orginal course with a few changes. Both 9 holes are entirely different type of courses. The course is challenging enough and plays nicly. A couple holes that are odd (on back 9). Great course for the money.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0

Nice course, not worth full price

Overall this is a very well maintained course with nice fast greens, a lot of the front nine is lined with houses, it's worth playing with a Golf Now discount, probably not worth full price. #16 requires a draw into the fairway or your ball will be lost, #17 is a really hokey short hole and #18 is 113 yard par 3, I found it kind of a lame set of closing holes.  There was also no water available on the course which is just inexcusable especially at a pricier venue. 

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Commented on 03/30/2020

Thanks for the kind words! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review, and hope to see you back here again soon!

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