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3.2
606 Reviews (606)
5 Stars
161
4 Stars
266
3 Stars
100
2 Stars
49
1 Stars
30
Conditions
2.7
Value
3.7
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.4
64.2%
Recommend this course
504 out of 606 reviews
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3.8
12 Reviews (12)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
5.0
75.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 12 reviews
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3.4
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
5
Conditions
2.8
Value
3.9
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.6
70.2%
Recommend this course
33 out of 47 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play consistently stand out as top reasons to book a round here. The uniquely challenging layout offers strong value for golfers seeking an affordable, enjoyable course.

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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Reviews

3.2
606 Reviews (606)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 11
Patio Dining 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 19
Elevation Changes 17
Bunkers 12
This course/club is great for:
Locals 17
Advanced Golfers 11
Seniors 11
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 13
Near the Airport 8

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Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Played here many times

Through the years and I don't get tired of it. The rolling layout and hole shapes ensure no two holes play the same. Severe slopes on the first four greens test your pace control as do several other greens. Conditions were pretty good considering the recent heat wave although a few greens were showing signs of stress, but still very playable. For golf in this area this is a good value.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 84
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great shape better than last time played great staff

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Good course great value

Course was in good shape some rough areas due to recent heavy flooding rains but completely playable. Staff was friendly and helpful

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A little gem tucked away

Great place to play. Fairways and greens were excellent!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Really enjoy this course

Excellent pace of play. Very enjoyable layout. Challenging, but fair. Good greens. Super pace of play. 18 in 3 1/2 hrs. Can’t beat that! Everyone is very friendly and helpful.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very Good Course

Really enjoyed playing here again. Good condition. Excellent pace of play. 18 in 3 1/2 hours. Challenging layout, but very fair. Fun course to play. We will be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 36
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Wrong representation

Golf now had this course rated at 4 stars

Other 4 star courses in the area BLOW this course and its condition AWAY. GOLF NOW NEEDS TO HAVE MORE OF ITS RANKING TO BE ABOUT THE GOLF COURSE INSTEAD OF THE FACILITY AND FRIENDLINESS OF STAFF. IM JUST SAYING !

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
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Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Played here many times

Course is in better overall condition than normal but the greens were a bit slow, but still good. Several trees have been cut down since last time most notably the large pine on the right side of #5 which framed the tee shot perfectly with the smaller ones on the left.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Whispering Woods- Needs work

Tee boxes had not been mowed. Greens were in poor/fair shape.

Course layout was not bad and had some challenging holes, but for the area, they need to keep it in better shape.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 84
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

As Expected

Had not played here since moving to the area approximately 4 years ago. Went off the back, which is the easier to the two nines. Front nine, had obviously been punched recently. An intriguing layout, that could be much better with some growth, and green rolling.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

First time playing there, will go there again!!

Pace of play was great .! Course got 2 inches of rain the night before witch made goin for the pin a solid option. The bar was a friendly atmosphere.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
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.

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FROM $167 (USD)
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