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3.3
595 Reviews (595)
5 Stars
157
4 Stars
262
3 Stars
100
2 Stars
47
1 Stars
29
Conditions
2.8
Value
3.8
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.5
66.4%
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496 out of 595 reviews
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3.2
13 Reviews (13)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
2.6
Value
3.8
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.3
61.5%
Recommend this course
8 out of 13 reviews
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3.3
44 Reviews (44)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
4
Conditions
2.7
Value
3.8
Layout
3.9
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
68.2%
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30 out of 44 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6324 yards
Slope 134
Rating 70.8

The 18-hole Whispering Woods Golf Club in Whispering Pines, North Carolina is a semi-private golf course that opened in 1974. Designed by Dan & Ellis Maples, Whispering Woods Golf Club measures 6324 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 134 and a 70.8 USGA rating.

The semi-private course offers challenges to both the intermediate as well as the accomplished player. The course rambles over undulating terrain which is carefully maintained by the caring staff. The greens are known for their conditioning and the course is a favorite for annual returning golfers. This is a track with alot of character.

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Course Details

Year Built 1971
Greens Champion Bermuda Ultradwarf
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ellis Maples Dan Maples (1974)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Golf Simulator No
Teaching Pro Yes
Indoor Practice No
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Snacks
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3.3
595 Reviews (595)
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Reviews 21
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

No Water, Terrible Cart Paths

I started at the tee time check in booth after calling for someone for over 5 minutes. no one was home. I had to literally search for some one to check me in. It was extremely odd the the man in the pro shop told me "there are 60 people ahead of you, it going to take all day for you to play." I said 60 people on the front nine, and he no, thats how many are out there since the first tee time. I started at 11a. I just found that very odd for him to try and scare me about the no. of people on the course. as i played, i saw there was no water anywhere to drink, and it was very hot. I said to myself, why in the world and what would it have cost the man in the pro shop to simply tell me there is no water on the course, best get some now if you want to drink. 2 things would been accomplished for few words that costs him nothing to offer. one they sell drinks and water, 2 I know what to expect.

finally, i think i need back surgery riding over the course and cart paths, very, very, very hard bumps everywhere.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Overall a Great Deal

I got a Hot deal for $18 for 18 Holes with a cart and you can’t beat that. Course had some rough spots for sure. Lots of rain definitely affected that so not too mad about that. Worst part of course was definitely the cart paths. Some of them were in really rough shape and some of them just ended without any direction. And the bridges definitely need to be replaced too. Some of them were ROUGH. But overall, for the deal, there isn’t much to complain about. Just a few rough spots here and there. But i would definitely play it again and would recommended it to anyone for that price.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

If you don’t mind goat racing

Course is worth about $15 at most weeds everywhere greens were dirt these pictures they have posted have to be from be from years ago. I WOULDNT GO HERE.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Budget friendly

First off, I am a fan of Maples designs. Walked 18 for $20. 8am tee time. Round took 2:45. Didn’t see another person on the course. Front nine has MANY elevation changes, fairways were inconsistent at best. Greens were fairly quick and rolled well. Back nine opens up more like a parkland course, something I have experienced with other Maples courses. Back nine in much better condition than the front. Overall, wasn’t expecting much but for $20 worth it. Dan in the clubhouse was helpful and personable.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Poor maintenance

Course is need Of cash infusion. Cart paths in major disrepair. Bridges, bulkheads needs replacing or upgrading. Staff was very helpful and cordgial.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very friendly staff

Course condition is good and green is very fast. Overall a very pleasant experience.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Walked

Fast and tricky greens. Liked the layout. Fairways need work.

I liked this course layout and the greens were fast and tricky. The condition of the course itself needs updating.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
1.0
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Too good for the price

The green fee was lower than most courses in the area but don’t let that fool you. This course was terrific. The grounds crew does an amazing job. Greens were green and true. Great layout. Super fun course. The staff was friendly and very welcoming. I will definitely come back. A+. I wish they had a driving range to warm up but overall that’s minor.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Ugly course

Words can't describe how much I dislike this course. Cart paths just start and then end and nothing is clearly labeled. A porta potty is a sad excuse for a bathroom. Go to the Country Club of Whispering Pines instead.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 2
3.0
First Time Playing

Ill give it one more shot

Played here for the first time yesterday, had a 10:00 tee time on a Tuesday so figures it wouldnt be too busy, boy was i wrong. Checked in and was informed there were 5 foursomes ahead of me and 2 twosome right behind me. Finally teed off 10 minutes late after waiting for the group in front of me. I played an agonizingly slow 3 holes waiting on play ahead of me , took 50 minutes to play 3 holes!! The group behind me hit into me on #4 while i was still waiting, at that point i decided to pack it in, went back to the pro shop and they gave me a raincheck without a big hassle, so thats one point in their favor. Maybe it was a rare occurance but they need to manage pace of play better. I really didnt see enough of the course to comment on its layout but the conditions definitely are not worrh what they charge. Greens looked awful but rolled decent, tons of poa everywhere, $35 is definitely too much for this course, 20-25 would seem much mpre reasonable to me.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value

Considering it was early March, course conditions were good. Greens were fast, some wet spots in the fairways. Overall a good course for early season warm up

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Good course! Played after it rained but still happy.

Guy at the pro shop was really cool in letting our family play together even though we accidentally booked different tee times, greens were fast like very fast which is crazy considering how bad it rained the day before. The layout is good, a lot of rememberable holes and the food at the turn was amazing. Got the barbecue sandwich, wife got the rueben and no complaints. First time was a success.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

not worth the money

I’ve played Whispering Woods countless times over the years. The course has a great layout but the course has been in terrible shape this whole year. I’ve played it twice this year ( once in May & in July). Tee boxes weren’t mowed in atleast 3-4 days, 40% of the fairways had major dirt spots, and i was charged $40. After finishing the front 9 I went to the pro shop to get my money back only to find out there is no refunds. Great layout but the course/ staff was poor

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Fun course

Great friendly staff! Course layout was perfect and made for a very fun round of golf! Definitely would recommend you checking this course out!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Waste of money

This course was a complete waste of money. Don’t waste your time. They do not even cut the tee boxes, very unprofessional course maintenance. Staff was a joke, save your money and play somewhere else.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ok

Overall I like the course, needs a little detail work TLC. The layout is good.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Talamore Golf Resort Stay & Play Package

FROM $137 (USD)
SOUTHERN PINES, NC | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the Talamore Golf Resort and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Mid Pines Golf Course, Mid South Course, Tobacco Road Golf Course, and The New Course.

Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club Stay & Play Package

FROM $167 (USD)
SOUTHERN PINES, NC | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Mid Pines Golf Course, Pine Needles Golf Course, Tobacco Road Golf Course, and The New Course.

Mid Pines Inn & Golf Club Stay & Play Package

FROM $167 (USD)
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FROM $187 (USD)
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