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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%
Recommend this course
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 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser

The course has a sporty layout

The course needs grass on fairways and tees. Too much mud and bald fairways and tees. Nice atmosphere and very nice pro shop personnel. We would not recommend this course in its present condition. We saw the potential and wish the establishment well.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

great value will play again

good condition for winter super value for price greens were not perfect but good shape for winter for price we were happy.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Whispering Woods

Great course, great value!

Warrior has been spending some money in repairing the fairways and greens and the course is looking great.

I remember when this course had terrible reviews and people used to never want to play it. Now I think the attitude should be changed since the new management company is providing the capital as well as operational support to make this a great place to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Interesting layout

We decided to grab one more round before leaving Pinehurst and found this on GolfNow at a great price. The golf course was in nice shape and had some interesting holes. Overall, I enjoyed the course and would be interested to play it again after seeing some of the holes and understanding where to play some shots. The staff was nice, friendly, and helpful.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

This course is worth playing if you want satisfaction for your dollar.

For the price this course is an excellent choice. The staff was friendly and got us out onto the course quickly. The golf carts were new with built-in GPS and there was only a couple of holes on which we could not take the carts off of the cartpath. There is a good combination of challenging and easy holes and the fairway undulations are subtle. Most of the rough was good but it was a little deep in some places. The greens were good given the time of year and ran quite true and fast. We both enjoyed playing this course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice layout but needs work

Played this Saturday November 10, 2012 for $20. Started at 12:30 and were finished by 4:00. I liked the layout which had a lot of elevation changes, several short doglegs and three par threes and three par fives on one side. The greens need a lot of work but aren't terrible. Just a lot of different grasses and bare in spots. I was told they are scheduled to be redone in 2013. The fairways were bermuda that wasn't over seeded but were in good shape. There is no driving range so warm up before you get there. For $20, however, it exceeded my expectations and I will go back.

Conditions Poor
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Golf Now deal!!!

Great deal for the money. Very friendly staff. Course condition -- very good for moderately price course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Featured
Verified Purchaser

Nice Course Great Carts

Played as a 2-some.
Met by a very nice man in the clubhouse. Bought last year by Warrior golf and a lot of work has been done to upgrade the course. New carts with built-in GPS was a very nice touch and helped a lot. Greens were fast and a bit bare in spots. Man in clubhouse said that they're going to redo the greens for 2013.
I'd heard, from people that had played here in the years back, that this course was not very good and in rough shape. I hope they take another look at it. They owe it to themselves.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

The residents of Whispering Pines have a real gem here!

Whispering Woods winds up and down through the town of Whispering Pines. You won't notice the backyards on this very well designed course as the elevation changes and doglegs require your full concentration. Good shot planning and solid hits will be well rewarded with a good score and a very enjoyable round. It's a course that will present new challenges each time you play it.
Look out for the speed bumps caused by root damage on various sections of the cart path. I'm sure they will be repaired soon, as the course is under new management.
I found the staff very friendly and accommodating. After the round my wife and I had a nice lunch at their cafe.

Conditions Poor
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0

Best Course for the money

Wide open fairways, easy to get on, tee boxes and greens are improving. They just added yardage GPS units to the carts - a nice touch. I play here often, its my default choice and there are plenty of good courses around. The restaurant attached to the pro-shop is better than most and the prices are also reasonable.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Excellent course for the money!!

Beautifully laid out course with great names on each hole to capture the challenge that lies ahead. Got a special of a dozen balls and a fairway wood with a 15 dollar extra (on green fees) ... what a sweet deal. A must play if you're in the area.

Dr. Joe

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Every hole is unique.

We always enjoy playing Whispering Woods or the South course as it was called in the past. Your good course management will pay dividends in the scoring department. The ponds offer golf challenges along with the added beauty and wildlife.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

great southern hospitality

fair but challenging course - beautiful scenery - friendly staff

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Staff

Although this is a short course in todays standards, it is prefect for me. It has a great layout but the fairway on the sides needs work. They have new owners once again, they are planning to put new greens in next year ( although they rate a decent 6 1/2 to 7 right now ). It's too bad that it has had a bad rep over the years. We have to many golf courses in our area ( Pinehurst ) and I know they do not get alot of local play. They need to get a good local base, but we have to many picky players around here and want a prefect course. Finally the staff is Great and friendly and they serve a great dinner.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Awesome Greens

Played on Sunday and really enjoyed the improvements to the course! Best it's looked in years. The greens are fast and roll true. I made a birdie on #11 -yea

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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)
SOUTHERN PINES, NC | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the Mid Pines Inn & 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.

Francis Marion Hotel Stay & Play

FROM $187 (USD)
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