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4.1
344 Reviews (344)
5 Stars
77
4 Stars
204
3 Stars
40
2 Stars
14
1 Stars
9
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.5
91.8%
Recommend this course
310 out of 344 reviews
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3.5
4 Reviews (4)
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
75.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 4 reviews
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4.0
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.6
89.7%
Recommend this course
26 out of 29 reviews
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Course Highlights
Sugar Isle's consistently friendly staff and strong value make it a favorite repeat destination for budget-conscious golfers in the area. Well-maintained greens and a smooth pace of play regularly deliver a satisfying round.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6754 yards
Slope 107
Rating 70.2

Sugar Isle Golf Course was designed by Jack Kidwell, a familiar name among southern Ohio golf courses. Water is a prominent feature of the course, Kidwell incorporated it on more than half of the holes. Some 20 white sand bunkers are strategically placed throughout the layout, providing a scenic contrast to the water and lush greens. For an added challenge, many of the fairways are lined with mature trees although there is some room for error, which makes them more accessible. It is a course that will make you think but it is not too intimidating for beginners. The versatility makes it popular for outings and tournaments. Sugar Isle has even hosted the area's high school programs for more than 30 years. In addition to the golf course, there is also a driving range and large putting green.

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Course Details

Year Built 1972
Fairways Bluegrass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Kidwell

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt required

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.1
344 Reviews (344)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 17
Bunkers 15
Undulating Greens 13
This course/club is great for:
Locals 21
Seniors 12
Beginners 10
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 13
Convenient to the City 12

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Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 08/06/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed our friendly staff and good course conditions. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 07/31/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed a quick pace of play and our nice course layout. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 08/01/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed a quick pace of play and our good course conditions. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice!!!

this is mid July and we are in near drought conditions in the general area but this course is still in very good condition. the greens are holding and the fairways very green. other than a little crabgrass out of control on some of the T boxes you couldn't ask for much more. Kudos to the staff.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 07/13/2018:
Hello, we're happy we enjoyed our good course conditions and a great value. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

I don’t know if it was GolfNow or the course, but the tee time I bought had a 14 team golf outing start at the same time. We were stuck behind them the entire day. A 6 hour round and didn’t even get to finish the final hole because it was ‘50/50’ closest to the pin and the group ahead of us took about 30 shots. A piece. What a joke.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/09/2018:
Hello, we apologize pace of play was not up to par and we will escalate your feedback to management. We're glad you enjoyed our good course conditions and nice layout. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course.
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Value

The course was in the best shape that it has ever been over the years that I have played there. Fairways were great. Sand in the bunkers and the greens were quick.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 07/09/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed our great course conditions and an excellent value. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 07/03/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed a great value and our nice course layout. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked

Slow!!!

Course was good, but one group held up everyone. On two holes, rangers watched them and said nothing. When lodging complaint afterward, i was told pace of play was 4 and 1/2 hours and no apology issued. It was actually over 4 and 1/2 hours which is way too long for this course. I was very surprised by that reaction and will not be back soon.

They also charge $14 for older gas carts, which is way too much!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 06/12/2018:
Hello, we apologize you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Sugar Isle Golf Course is for every player to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/11/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed our great course conditions and a quick pace of play. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Nice Track

Pace was very slow. Way to hot to be standing around every shot. 5 hours to get around. Course was not that tough.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/31/2018:
Hello, we're sorry pace of play was not up to par. We're happy you enjoyed our friendly staff and good course conditions. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Last visit to the course

The course was not in very good condition. The cart paths are all crumbling. If you're not careful you can twist your ankle on the cart path. There were big patches of sand that must have fallen out of the vehicle that they feel the sand traps with. Fairways were like cow pasture. This is the worst I've ever seen this course. For the money I paid to play here I would have expected a much nicer course. The greens were in good condition but we're very very slow. It looks like they're trying to work on the course because there must have been 20 course workers Mowing and seeding and whatever else they do I might wait a while before I go back to

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Response from on 06/01/2018:
Hello, we apologize you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Sugar Isle Golf Course is for every player to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Really fun course

While not the absolute most challenging course in the world, and even though we got storms for part of the day, the course was incredibly enjoyable to play. Would recommend to anyone!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 05/25/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed our challenging course layout. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course, we hope to see you again soon! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Course was in good condition. Grass was freshly cut for the most part. Some easier holes but great for a less then average golfer like myself.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 05/25/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed our good course conditions and nice layout. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #GolfSugarIsle
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slow rolling....

Course is in ok shape. They changed the jumbers around so mY GPS was messes up. They were working on the bunkers which was great, a lot of bunkers in the other area courses have been converted to grass or rocks. The greens are slower than my livingroom carpet. The tee boxes could use a lot of help as well. Overall, it was $13 and i cant complain about that. I wouldnt pay $20 but it was great for a hot deal I will definately be back.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 05/21/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed a good value and a quick pace of play. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course!
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/14/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed our friendly staff and a good value. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good Day at a Nice Course

Course was in pretty good shape. Pace of play was really good. Finished 18 holes in under 3 1/2 hours. Only complaint is that on some holes the cup appeared to be "domed". Putts on the edges of the cup fall away from the hole. Greens are hard enough without the holes being domed. Just my thoughts.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 05/14/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed our good course conditions and a quick pace of play. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Response from on 04/24/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed our friendly staff and a good value. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a go to course !

Course has always been maintained and kept up, a little behind on maintanence due to weather we had this year but I am sure they will get it up to snuff with some good warm weather. Staff is always friendly and courteous when I’ve been there. Greens were in need of some repair, but as I said weather had a lot to do with it. Would recommend it to anyone who has not played there yet.

Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 04/24/2018:
Hello, we're glad you enjoyed our good course conditions, friendly staff, and a quick pace of play. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

My favorite

Always like playing Sugar Isle. Fun course. In good shape despite all the flooding rains lately

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 04/16/2018:
Hello, we're happy you enjoyed our good course conditions and fun layout. Thank you for playing Sugar Isle Golf Course! #SugarIsleGC
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Rough shape-Bunkers =dirt, weeds & rocks, rough pitted greens

This is a Value course if you don't mind minefields on the greens, inconsistent fairway grass, dirt and weeds in many bunkers. The greens are in terrible shape as they are bumpy, missing grass in many areas of the greens, many pitted areas that looks like a thousand unrepaired ball marks and many bare spots. The carts are run down, the fairways and greens could use much overseeding and tlc as well as the rough. So if you are a single digit handicap up to a 12hdcp you will not want to play this course and you will be frustrated. Spend your money on a nicer course and keep your sanity and protect your handicap. Leave this couse to the retired folks, the young kids, and those that don't care about course conditions. Very friendly staff and reg price is $28 with cart

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 04/17/2018:
Hello, we apologize you didn't fully enjoy your round. Our goal at Sugar Isle Golf Course is for every player to enjoy their experience. Thank you for playing, we hope you give us another chance in the future.
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