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Wind Watch Golf & Country Club
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About
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.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6686 yards | 72.4 | 136 |
| Blue | 72 | 6414 yards | 71.1 | 133 |
| White | 72 | 6030 yards | 69.2 | 127 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5178 yards | 70.2 | 119 |
| White (W) | 72 | 5178 yards | 76.5 | 137 |
| Yellow | 72 | 3237 yards |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 72.2/138 | 374 | 528 | 328 | 384 | 490 | 182 | 430 | 185 | 400 | 3301 | 475 | 313 | 155 | 383 | 230 | 554 | 325 | 430 | 331 | 3196 | 6497 |
| Blue M: 71.3/136 | 360 | 480 | 315 | 375 | 478 | 177 | 413 | 169 | 390 | 3157 | 470 | 306 | 148 | 377 | 218 | 543 | 316 | 419 | 324 | 3121 | 6278 |
| White M: 70.2/135 W: 75.5/139 | 350 | 464 | 305 | 366 | 460 | 165 | 405 | 153 | 377 | 3045 | 465 | 282 | 137 | 365 | 204 | 522 | 305 | 405 | 314 | 2999 | 6044 |
| Red M: 65.5/124 W: 70.0/127 | 314 | 402 | 290 | 320 | 400 | 142 | 344 | 140 | 299 | 2651 | 360 | 257 | 119 | 310 | 140 | 440 | 201 | 280 | 272 | 2379 | 5030 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 8 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 4 |
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Bar, Grill, RestaurantAvailable Facilities
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Swimming, BilliardsAvailable Sports
TennisAccolades
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Golf Advisor: Top Courses in New York (2021 #24)
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Reviewer Photos
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Number 10 hole Photo submitted by ataylor75 on 10/17/2020
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Photo submitted by alfielum on 08/30/2020
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Photo submitted by barbnmikescores69 on 06/24/2020
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10th hole Photo submitted by u969543866 on 05/28/2020
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Well maintained Photo submitted by u969543866 on 05/28/2020
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Photo submitted by u1700085 on 05/04/2020
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Photo submitted by Lee7385015 on 04/23/2019
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Photo submitted by u000008009478 on 05/22/2015
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what a view from the 18th green Photo submitted by Richard5321 on 11/02/2013
Feels like I'm on vacation
The staff and the course layout makes me feel like I'm on vacation. Very good condition, and interesting holes with a good amount of water and well placed sand traps.
Carts didn't have GPS which was a little disappointing but other than that the amenities were great.
Almost perfect
Pulling up to the CC we were greeted by a smile and assistance from the starter who guided us through the next steps and where we could have pre round practice. The course was in excellent shape and the pace was good. My only criticism was no GPS on the golf carts, no senior discount, and for the price I expected a bit more.
Management and Members
The people running the place and some of the “members” seem to forget this is a public course and not a private club. For the price, I wouldn’t say it’s worth it. Greens are tough and some holes are strangely laid out. Staff doesn’t seem to care about any public players. There seems to be favorable treatment to members only. Members have weird entitlement with bully like attitude to non members. Cart girl went right past us without acknowledgment 3 times. Staff didn’t seem to care if we were there or not. Never experienced something like that on a golf course.
Nice Experience
The staff, starter, was extremely friendly and welcoming. Picked our clubs up at the entrance and guided me through the process of checking in and where to find practice places. The course was in excellent condition and the play moved along nicely. Very enjoyable day.
Problem with Pace
Played a four hour round here and my group was stopped on multiple occasions to be scolded for our pace of play. The Marshall had an absolutely ridiculous attitude as well.
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.
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.
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation! We will certainly look into improving the availability of water throughout the course.
Good day at Windwatch
Friendly and courteous staff , played with a couple of members and had an enjoyable day .
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.
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We’re glad to hear the course gave you that vacation vibe! It’s great to know you enjoyed the layout and conditions. We appreciate your feedback about the GPS and will keep it in mind as we look to improve. Thanks for playing with us, and we hope to see you back soon!