The Preserve at Verdae

Me and my two friends hadn't played the course in years so we thought it time to check it out. There are several holes that are dissected by creek(s). The underbrush around many of these creeks is so overgrown it makes seeing the green hard to see while trying to play in.. The greens are large and in very good condition but some greens have a large number of old hole locations. More than should be expected and at times will affect a putt. Location and pace of play was great but my biggest issue is the fairways. So many have barely any grass on them. Even the ones that aren't low lying and get flooded. Several spots they have cut the grass so low around hazards the ball is almost funneled into the hazard. The course has so much potential but in many areas the mower blade needs to be raised and if they ever get the fairways as nice as the greens, condition wise, it could be an awesome course.

We have had some bad weather come through lately and it looks like this course got the worst of it. Looks like there had been flooding in some areas. Greens were still in good shape and It didn't bother our play. I am sure they are working on it, but the course usually looks a bit better. Pace of play was excellent - finished front nine in 1:45. Staff are always friendly and it is in a great central location.

Beautiful weather. Afternoon walking tee time. I was expecting a memorable afternoon. Well I cannot remember a course in such poor condition, so it was a memorable day. .

Hard to believe this is a semi-private course, with members who pay an annual fee to play. I truly feel sorry for the members.

For those who don't pay $2000+ a year, I strongly recommend you go anywhere else. See pictures.

Picture perfect day in SC. Sunny, low 70's. Semi-private, decent reviews. This could be a really nice time.

Except for the golf course. Just say no.

If you can look past the scraggly tee boxes and walk up the thin brown fairways, you'll eventually get to a green that needs to be re-grassed or at least significantly patched. How incredibly disappointing.

I've never felt ripped off after paying so little for a round of golf, but that's the exact feeling I have after playing this dirt track.

See pictures. And then book elsewhere.

Verdae is a gorgeous course and not meant for those who like to play the full course on every hole. Very tight fairways and the hills are abundant. Had a great time and know if i played there more often, i would kill it on the easier courses. highly recommend!

For early spring and after a heavy rain the course played very well. Cart path only to be expected. Greens were not fast but putted true. Staff made it a very enjoyable experience.

The course was in decent shape for the amount of rain that has come through the last couple of weeks. But, they made up for it by keeping it cart path only to preserve the course.

Once the weather dries out, the course is a great track to play.

This is not a relaxing golf experience. You need to be on your game on each and every hole. There is no let up, even after a good drive there is trouble waiting on these next shot. Very challenging course but very well kept. The greens are very good and very true. Pitched in from 40 yards on 18, made me want to come back!

A threesome was allowed to walk in and tee off in front of us, and no one in the group had the proper golf attire. Additionally, the group was sharing clubs. Due to the slow play as well as the "cart path only" for no apparent reason, it took my group almost 3 hours to play the front nine. I will never return to this course.

Good layout but too much rough and landscapping could be improved.

Used the First Tee book and played for $25. Golf shop staff (female) was very pleasant and welcoming. Didn't have high expectations since it had rained a few days prior and had been cold. I was pleasantly surprised at the the course conditon however. The greens were in great shape and rolled well The bunkers could have used a little attention, but were decent. Fairways were good--soggy on a few holes which were makred cart path only. The signs were small and could be easily missed if you werent paying attention. Grabbed a sandwich and beer at the turn. Good beer selection and very clean bathroom. Pace of play was good and we finished in 4 hours. A few tough holes, used all my clubs, lost a couple balls, had a very good time. Will be back.

I have played this course a few times and enjoy it every time. This is not a grip it and rip it course. You have to think before you swing on a lot of holes, but rewarding course.

I have played this course several times over the last three years. This year the greens seem to be in an in-between condition. Every replaced cup can be seen and they are mostly not even with the surrounding surface of the green. More attention needs to be given to this since these are Bermuda greens they have a lot of grain and if the plugs are not properly oriented then the ball will not roll true. I have been playing golf for 60+ years and this is the first time that I have seen this condition.