Twin Ponds Golf Club

Review of Twin Ponds Golf Course

We had a 12:04 tee time with my husband and two 16-year-olds who are just learning the game. Because the course was packed, we played best ball to keep things moving — and still, we were waiting on walkers in front of us at every tee box. Mind you, we were playing from the reds.

By the 4th hole, the group behind had caught up. I explained we were waiting on walkers, only to be told we should “take longer between groups” because my husband hits long. Ok, noted.

On the 6th hole (a par 5), we had to wait at least ten minutes for two groups ahead of us to clear. When it was finally our turn, we played our best ball into the middle of the fairway — just a short pitch to the green. As we were setting up to take our next shots (literally as the walkers in front of us stepped off the green), an older couple came flying up in a cart, shouting that we were “slowing the whole course down.” When I tried to explain the obvious — that we were waiting on the groups ahead — the man cut me off with, “We are the owners.” Instead of showing any courtesy or addressing the poor scheduling, they picked a fight with us — in front of my kids.

Here’s the kicker: on the 8th tee, after being told we were holding everyone up, my husband teed off a little quicker than usual. He drove the ball onto the green in one — nearly hitting the very group in front of us. Someone could have been hurt because we were now anxious and in a hurry.

My take, Mr. and Mrs. Owner:

Your course is one of the worst-kept around.

You’re cash-only, which feels more than a little questionable.

In an area surrounded by golf courses, you’d think you’d treat paying customers better.

If you don’t want backups, manage your tee times instead of berating families who are actually following etiquette. And Mrs. Owner — maybe check your lipstick before shouting at patrons, it was all over your teeth and cheeks.

Bottom line: you ruined what should’ve been a fun round for my kids. We’ll gladly play elsewhere.

Went with a friend who is 80 years old and is handicapped. We used the cart on a par three and was told harsh language “Get that cart off the fairway.” I told the groundskeeper that my friend is handicapped. He said “the same rules apply to everybody.” They do have a sign that says no carts on part threes. I’m not a lawyer, but I’m pretty sure the ADA requires accommodations on this and every other golf course.

Very enjoyable course and usually in better shape than ones in same price range. Some tee boxes were in bad shape, but the reat of the course was very good. This is one we happily return to each year!

For the money, you won’t find a better course in this area. Greens are fast and challenging. Course was in great shape.

This was an enjoyable course in excellent condition. Well drained even with all the recent rain in the area. Despite being shorter than most courses in the area, I still used every club in my bag. Greens offered some interesting challenges. They had an outing the morning of the day I played (I was there on a Friday afternoon) but the staff was friendly and very helpful in getting me out first as a single as soon as the outing was done. Played in 2.5 hours for less than $30 with cart. This is also an easy course to walk. I will definitely give it a try again the next time I'm in the area. Note that they are cash-only for payment.