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378 Reviews (378)
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1 Stars
6
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
83.3%
Recommend this course
336 out of 378 reviews
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3.4
5 Reviews (5)
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1
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Conditions
3.4
Value
3.2
Layout
3.0
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
3.8
40.0%
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2 out of 5 reviews
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4.1
53 Reviews (53)
5 Stars
25
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.2
75.5%
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40 out of 53 reviews
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Course Highlights
Brown's Run consistently earns praise for its classic, challenging layout that plays fair from any set of tees. Well-maintained conditions and a smooth pace of play make it an outstanding value in the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Private
Par 72
Length 6831 yards
Slope 130
Rating 72.8

Brown's Run Country Club in Middletown offers a championship layout that stretches to just over 6,830 yards. The team of William and Brian Gordon, brothers who have designed more than 85 golf courses all over the U.S., designed Brown's Run in 1958. It has a classic layout that is gentle enough for beginners, but it is an enjoyable round no matter what skill level. There are a few strategically placed sand traps throughout the golf course, which make up for the absence of water. The design is pretty straightforward although there are a few slight doglegs to watch out for. In addition to the challenging but playable design, the course boasts some of the finest fairways and greens in the area. Brown's Run also offers other amenities including an Olympic-size pool and four lighted tennis courts.

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Course Details

Year Built 1956
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season February - December
Architect William & David Gordon (1956) Arthur Hills (1988)

Rentals/Services

Carts 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
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis

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4.3
378 Reviews (378)
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Reviews 111
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Pro Shop Closed for Remodel -- Pay Inside the Clubhouse/Restaurant

The Pro Shop is currently closed for remodeling, so you have to go into the restaurant to pay.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/31/2024

Our pro shop is open now and we have Ohio's first ever Bourbon Bar inside the pro shop! Come back and visit!

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Reviews 54
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
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Previously Played

Downhill

Renovating the pro shop. Closing the restaurant. Cost in February was midsummer $$. Course was sloppy due to weather and they were sending groups off at 7 minutes intervals with cart path only; resulting in very slow play.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 03/31/2024

Hardyboys60,

We were on winter rates through March 1st. We have 8 minute intervals only on the weekends and with the carts on the path due to the weather, it did make play slow. Come back and revisit to see our improvements!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Changes have been made

So showed up and first of all, they are charging summer rates now as of March 1st. So it was $64 for 18 . The course hadn’t been touched.. bunkers were concrete, etc. I don’t care to pay the higher rates but at least manicure the course. The clubhouse is shut down for remodeling, so you have to go into the restaurant to pay. They ran out of carts. And news flash, the swapped the 9’s.. so #10 is now #1 which is fine but maybe change the signage, people were getting lost and confused. Greens were in good shape.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 03/31/2024

Jausterman,

We are in transition to make this course on the best in the area. Come back and revisit us and see what we have done this winter!

Played On
Reviews 9
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

One of the best in the region

Brown’s Run is a classic course that is challenging, fun and beautiful. The condition of the course was exceptional for February. Fairways and greens were close to peak season making the experience and value impeccable. I can’t wait to come back later this year to see how much better it is during prime time. This is a “must play” for anyone who appreciates a traditional design.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Commented on 03/31/2024

Thank you for the kind comment! We are driven to be the best course around!

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

A gem

Brown’s Run is a definite must play! The course is a true gem and a ton of fun to play. I can’t wait to take it on again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

Brown's Run is one of the best kept secrets in the Region. The course is challenging, fair and a great value. Although it was still winter, it's obvious that they are serious about keeping it pristine. I found the conditions exemplary for February and can't wait to play it during prime weather months later this year.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course

Unbelievable conditions for winter in Ohio. Staff was friendly. Course layout was decent, not really much to it. Signs for next tee box would be nice as the paths crisscross and even go across the street a couple times, but other than that, would happily play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/11/2024

Thanks for the compliments! We take our signs down during the winter months to preserve them. We will have them up this spring.

Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hidden gem

Second time I played the course and really enjoyed it both times. Course was in great shape. Greens rolled perfect. Layout and yardage from white tees is a challenge which I enjoy.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 02/11/2024

Thank you for the review! Hope to see you back this spring!

Played On
Reviews 36
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Course was in great condition for December. Can’t imagine what it would look like in the summer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always good!

Browns Run is always in good condition and well played out.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 25
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
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 11
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 65
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ron frassetto

This course is 39 miles away . Glad I made the trip ..Greeting in club house awesome . Course conditions amazing from tee to green . Course length tee boxes for all levels of players . Played from 5600 yds . No tricks just keep it in play . Greens slope front to back on many holes ... . I will play again .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course. Well maintained. It is worth the drive. I will definitely will come back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course!

Fairways were soft. Tee boxes weren’t full of divots. People actually repair ball marks on the greens. Great course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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