Wind Watch GCC
A view of a green surrounded bu bunkers and flowers at Wind Watch Golf & Country Club.
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4.2
1294 Reviews (1294)
5 Stars
665
4 Stars
468
3 Stars
102
2 Stars
30
1 Stars
29
Conditions
4.2
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.7
87.9%
Recommend this course
1179 out of 1294 reviews
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3.9
24 Reviews (24)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
2
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2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.2
79.2%
Recommend this course
19 out of 24 reviews
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4.2
103 Reviews (103)
5 Stars
54
4 Stars
30
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.2
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.4
87.4%
Recommend this course
90 out of 103 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout earns consistent praise for its scenic, unique design and well-maintained fairways with quick-rolling greens. Friendly, professional staff and a welcoming atmosphere make each round a genuinely enjoyable experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort/Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6686 yards
Slope 136
Rating 72.4

Although it is located in Hauppauge on Long Island's North Shore, Wind Watch Golf Club possesses the look and feel of a destination course. Sprawling across a lush, rolling landscape covered with sparkling ponds, the course is as challenging as it is scenic. Water hazards come into play on 12 holes and there are more than 75 bunkers, some of which are massive in size, strategically placed throughout. Almost every hole presents golfers with a unique risk-reward opportunity. The golf course begins and ends at its highest point, which is one of the island's highest elevations. Wind Watch's closing hole provides a memorable finish as the only dogleg on the course. This par 4 takes a sharp left before climbing uphill to the triple-tiered green that is protected by three enormous traps.

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Course Details

Year Built 1971
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Joe Lee (1990) Stephen Kay (1997)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed Yes
Dress code Denim is not allowed and collared shirts are required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis

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Reviews

4.2
1294 Reviews (1294)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 30
Bunkers 29
Narrow Fairways 20
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 20
A Weekend Splurge 19
Locals 19
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 23
In the 'Burbs 18
Convenient to the City 6

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Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Windwatch

When I can get the right rate i choose this course, it’s always in fine condition and moves at a decent pace. It’s right off the Long Island expressway so easy to get to. Greens roll at a better than average speed but not too fast. They have a driving range and putting area.

As an average golfer I tend to look for 50 dollar rounds but once in a while I will splurge for the 100 plus here knowing the place will be in good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful Course

Wind Watch was challenging yet fair for low to high handicap players. The greens were in great condition and slightly faster than most. They had a beverage cart running but didn’t have any water available on the course. I would recommend bringing water with you. Pace of play was good as we finished in four hours. Would recommend to others.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/26/2024

Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We will certainly look into improving the availability of water throughout the course.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good day at Windwatch

Friendly and courteous staff , played with a couple of members and had an enjoyable day .

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 07/12/2024

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had an enjoyable day playing with our members and experienced the friendliness of our staff.

Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good course

I played this course many years ago. The greens appears improved. But fairways are the same.

Wished to enjoy scenery as I like to view surrounding, small ponds were little dirty that I kind disappointed. However, overall, it’s okay

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/12/2024

Thank you for your feedback and noticing the improvements in our greens. We're sorry the state of the fairways and ponds didn't meet your expectations, and we're working to address these concerns.

Played On
Reviews 27
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

very slow play, added an hour and 1/2.

No supervisor available to move slower parties.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/08/2024

We apologize for the slow play and lack of supervision you experienced, and we are actively working to improve pace of play for all guests. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 43
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slooow back nine

Played this course many times. Teed off on a Saturday at 1:00 pm and we had 3 foursomes.

The front nine went along as usual on a weekend afternoon. The group in front of us seem to have some beginners but moved along fine. A 2 hour 15 minute front nine which was a very respectable for a Saturday afternoon. Then the back nine!!! We come to the 10th tee and the group in front of us suddenly has a five some. Wait what???!!! They all teed off on the 10th tee. So, I called the pro shop asking what’s going on. And the guy answering the phone sounded very surprised that there were a five some playing. However, after I made the call not one ranger or an employee came out to check what was going on. Like they knew but didn’t want to say they knew. Every time we reached the tee box, there they were. Five of them hitting 60 yard drives or into the woods!!! And on the greens, at least pick up the pace!!! Didn’t bother talking to the group as I don’t blame them. Instead it’s all on the course management for letting this happen!!!

$110 for an afternoon tee time and this happens???!!!

This place is so overpriced!!!

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice Course

Nice Course. Lucky we got a tee time.

My only complaint is that there is nowhere to get something to eat. No restaurant, nothing in the clubhouse except for a snickers bar. The cart girl driving around had the small bag of Doritos. That's it. No more hot dogs, sandwiches, snacks?? Nothing. But they did have shots of whiskey for $19 each.

Maybe change that.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

good course

course is not the longest but definitely will penalized for bad tee shots. to add to that greens were really fast but very pure, definitely one of the fastest public golf course green on the island. People are nice and rangers actually do their job and tell people who are playing slow. Will be coming back for sure.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 06/21/2024

Thank you for appreciating our course's challenging aspects and acknowledging our staff's dedication to ensuring a smooth pace of play. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Costly for a weekday round.

Good condition overall..greens were fast and true

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Good track but is not maintained.

The course is a good design but is no longer maintained. Tee boxes need renovation; greens are not rolled; paths have potholes. At a price of over $100 per round the conditions should be better.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
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