Fox Hollow GC: #8
A view of green #8 at Fox Hollow Golf Course
GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.1
768 Reviews (768)
5 Stars
343
4 Stars
312
3 Stars
67
2 Stars
26
1 Stars
20
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.8
83.8%
Recommend this course
685 out of 768 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.1
33 Reviews (33)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.5
84.8%
Recommend this course
28 out of 33 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.0
64 Reviews (64)
5 Stars
24
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.5
78.1%
Recommend this course
50 out of 64 reviews
Read Reviews

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 70
Length 6403 yards
Slope 126
Rating 71.4

Fox Hollow Golf Course in Somerville sprawls across acres of rolling woodlands, offering dramatic elevation changes throughout the par-70 layout. Designed by local designer Hal Purdy, the abundant trees and hilly terrain have been deftly incorporated into the course. Originally built in 1967, the golf course was completely redesigned in 2000 to make it more challenging while at the same time improving its playability. Since its renovation, it has garnered a local following but it is still one of the better kept secrets of Somerset County, making it likely that golfers will be able to play the golf course regardless of the day or time. In addition to the course, there is also a practice facility with a grass driving range, a bunkered practice green, and an expansive putting green. One reason Fox Hollow G.C. is a popular choice, besides the enjoyable layout, is the affordability it offers.

Book a Tee Time at
Fox Hollow Golf Club
Powered by GolfNow.com
Hot Deals at Fox Hollow Golf Club

Course Details

Year Built 1967
Golf Season Year round
Architect Hal Purdy (1967)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed Yes
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire.

Accolades

The Best Way To Book Is With GolfPass+
waivedfees
10 rounds of waived fees
golf ball.svg
$120 in tee time credits
teetime protection.svg
Tee Time Protection
redeemtrophy
Redeem GolfPass points

Reviews

4.1
768 Reviews (768)
Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

hills and greens

Couldn't wait to play this course. It was private, then went semi private. Challenging hills and tough greens. Good for intermediate and better players.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Who placed that pin on #12

The course definitely has character, and style. The fairways, and greens are well manicured with fast greens. Unfortunately, the pin placement on #12 Par 3 is reckless. Being below, as I was is the optimum position, but down leave your uphill putt short. If you do, stay where you are and it'll roll right back to you! The course, and clubhouse staff, and chef are very friendly, and helpful. Food is prepared wonderfully, with plenty of flavor. I'd come here for lunch or dinner without playing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Generally great conditions, but slow pace of play

Fox Hollow is a pretty challenging course. The hills and slopes can really have an effect on your round. Also, several of the greens are severely sloped so, if the grass is cut really short, putted balls easily roll of the green..

The course is always in great condition, except I do have minor complaints about the tee boxes and bunkers and a major complaint about the pace of play.

It is difficult to find a level location on some tee boxes. However, the condition of the tee boxes (that is, the grass) is excellent. They just need to regrade some of the tees.

The sand in the bunkers is a little rough - not dirt, but certainly not fine grain sand. It is more like really small pebbles and I get concerned that my clubs could be ruined hitting from the bunkers.

The pace of play can be horrible. When I last played, there were several 4-somes of older men in front of me (I am in my 60's so this is not a complaint of someone really young). I was a single, but they would not let me play through. I skipped a few holes to get in front of them and then played the skipped holes after finishing my round. I have encountered this before - and at least during the week, there is no ranger to make sure people observe good golf etiquette.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 242
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 50 Contributor
First Time Playing

Great golf course

Terrific course. Elevations abound.

Not too many flat lies off the tee.

Very picturesque in a beautiful setting.

First cut off the fairway is quite fair but the thick rough,if you miss by more than just a couple of yards makes for a tough situation

I’d like to see the rough trimmed a bit.

The greens are terrific. Stay below the hole, downhill putts are quite difficult on most greens .

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 06/21/2018

Thanks for coming out. I think our greens are some of the best in NJ and the views from the peak of the property are a hidden secret. Glad you had a good round.

Matt G., Managing Partner

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Very nice course

I haven't played this course in years but had an opportunity to go out with a couple of co-workers. For a Tuesday afternoon I couldn't believe how wide open the course was but that was fine - the pace of play for us was excellent and it was an enjoyable day out. The holes are not easy yet not overwhelmingly hard - a good mix of sand and water to make the course (and certain holes) somewhat challenging. I'll remember to make this course a destination at least a couple of times a year - hoping to get out there again before September.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
Commented on 06/21/2018

Thanks for your review. The afternoon is off-peak in the middle of the week and we even offer free golf to kids after 3 PM with a paying adult. Spread the word and I hope to see you there again soon.

Matt G., Managing Partner

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Solid course

Very nice course with good conditions. The only downside was that the sand traps had some sort of fake sand that was very hard and almost like playing on concrete.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

good placement golf

Played here before, like it a lot. you don't need to be long here although it helps, but you need to be accurate and be able to set up your next shot. I do believe there are new owners or management, maybe that has something to do with the new pricing. Its a little pricy, You can find better courses for the same price. Plus no real half way house, you have to go inside and upstairs to get food. They need to figure that out. Im sure i will be back though.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Default User Avatar
Commented on 06/20/2018

Thanks for playing our course. Yes, we are new owners and purchased it in February. Your comment about the half-way house is spot-on, we saw the same problem and until we can build one we have an outdoor grille on weekends. We also run two beverage carts on busy days.

We do encourage golfers to call in their food order and we will run it out to you.

We try to be priced competitively but sometimes can't match the price of local taxpayer-supported courses owned by the counties (who don't pay real estate and other taxes).

We do offer many time slot options, with afternoons as low as $35 even in the height of the season.

I hope to see you out there again soon. I think our superintendent, Tim, is delivering great course conditions. Also, in August we get a new $400,000 fleet of golf carts, the best in the industry.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Insect Problems

This was our first time golfing here. The staff was great and we even got out early. The course conditions were good except for the insects. This course has a lot of water with a river that runs through the course. The bugs and gnats were terrible. Not sure what can be done about it but I doubt we will return.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Default User Avatar
Commented on 06/20/2018

I'm glad you had a good experience with the staff and found the conditions good. Sorry that we can't do anything about the bugs. The expensive private clubs in the area, also on the same river, have the same issue in the early spring - although the local trout fisherman love it!

Although, honestly, nobody has ever complained about it before, so maybe you caught it on an unusual day.

The "spring hatch" has passed so please come on out again.

- Matt G., Managing Partner

Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Charming Course

Short course with a few long par 5's and 3's.....in great shape. The bugs were troublesome so bring bugspray saw all sorts of animals. Course is very nice but full of character, there are a few hidden shots that can be almost unfair so take care to view the scorecard to know what you are getting into before you hit those blind shots. Played in a twosome and it took over 3 hours but I think it was just the group in front of us...still an active ranger could have helped

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course with real nice layout. Overall course in great shape. Greens had been aerated, but the price paid was well worth it. Would play again. For sure.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Default User Avatar
Commented on 06/02/2018

Thanks so much. Hope to see you there again soon. Please download our app and receive specials from time to time. Have a great golf season.

Matt G., Managing Partner

Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great find

first time playing the course - facit-lities great -

unfortunately after a lot of rain cart path only and high rough - on a regular day this is a great track and all would love to play it - fantastic restaurant 19th hole

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The rough is rediculous

To many blind landing areas and the rough was rediculous. Couldn’t even find your ball if youbwere a foot in the rough. Cut it back everything feeds into it.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Default User Avatar
Commented on 06/02/2018

Thanks for coming out to Fox Hollow. The rough was deep the day you golfed, following so many days of rain where we could not get the mowers out. I hope you come back to play agin. The greens were aerated last week and are all healed and are putting great and our new chef is making great fans with his new menu.

Matt G., Managing Partner

Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Time

Played on Monday morning...few people on the course. Round went uninterrupted. Course was in good shape. Greens were running around 9 or 10, almost healed from aeration. Could not of been better for 2nd round of the year. A little pricey (beer was $6 also).

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Default User Avatar
Commented on 06/02/2018

Glad you had a great round. Please download our app, we send out specials from time to time. There are times of the week in season where greens fee and carts are less than $39. If you have kids or grandkids they also golf and ride for free after 3 pm with an adult.

Matt G., Managing Partner

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great value

With the threat of rain, played a sub 3.5 hour round. Great condition, relatively easy, short course but long par 5s. I’ll be back plenty.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 95
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Nearby Courses
Bedminster, New Jersey
Private
2.5
2
Bedminster Township, New Jersey
Private
2.5
2
Bedminster, New Jersey
Private
2.5
2
Bridgewater, New Jersey
Public
3.8874385633
514
Bridgewater, New Jersey
Private
4.0
1
Basking Ridge, New Jersey
Private
4.8571428571
5
Neshanic Station, New Jersey
Municipal
4.6322449407
1127
Neshanic Station, New Jersey
Municipal
4.6643552526
103
Whitehouse Station, New Jersey
Private
4.5
2
Neshanic Station, New Jersey
Municipal
4.6322449407
1127
Golf Packages

Resorts World Catskills Stay & Play Package

CLICK BELOW
MONTICELLO, NY | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at Resorts World Catskills and 2 rounds of golf at The Monster Golf Club.

Seaview Stay & Play Golf Package

CLICK BELOW
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Seaview, A Dolce Hotel and golf at Seaview Golf Club - Bay & Pines Courses.
Seaview Golf Club - Bay Course

Seaview Stay & Play Golf Package

CLICK BELOW
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Seaview, A Dolce Hotel and golf at Seaview Golf Club - Bay & Pines Courses.

Heritage Hills Golf Experience Package

FROM $117 (USD)
YORK, PA | Enjoy 2 nights’ accommodations and 2 rounds of golf at Heritage Hills Golf Resort.

Bear Trap Dunes Stay & Play Package

FROM $147 (USD)
BETHANY BEACH, DE | Enjoy 2 nights’ accommodations in a private residence within the Bear Trap Dunes community managed by 1st Choice Properties and 2 rounds of golf at Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club.
Now Reading
  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account