Sleepy Hollow GC
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4.4
472 Reviews (472)
5 Stars
296
4 Stars
121
3 Stars
32
2 Stars
11
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.6
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.0
93.0%
Recommend this course
433 out of 472 reviews
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5.0
3 Reviews (3)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
5.0
Layout
5.0
Pace
5.0
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 3 reviews
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4.5
15 Reviews (15)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.6
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
93.3%
Recommend this course
14 out of 15 reviews
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Course Highlights
Sleepy Hollow's championship layout consistently earns high marks for its dramatic elevation changes and rewarding par-5 opportunities. Friendly staff and well-maintained conditions make this one of Northeast Ohio's top public course values.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6754 yards
Slope 133
Rating 73.3

Sleepy Hollow Golf Course is the top municipal course in the state and it is also ranked as one of the top 20 in the nation. Overlooking the Cuyahoga River Valley, the course is known for its scenery almost as much as its challenging layout. It has a traditional design with a classic "out-and-in" routing, with the incoming holes playing uphill into the wind, making them seem much longer than the indicated yardage. Golfers might be taken aback by the punishing nature of the golf course. There are 58 bunkers strategically placed around the tough greens, which comprise the main challenges of the course. Get ready to be quickly introduced to the Sleepy Hollow Golf Course's formidability with the lengthy second hole, a par 3 that will test even the longest hitters.

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Course Details

Year Built 1924
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 3/15 Closed: 12/30
Architect Stanley Thompson (1924)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Colared shirt required

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities, Showers

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Reviews

4.4
472 Reviews (472)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Patio Dining 8
19th Hole Scenic Views 6
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 30
Bunkers 28
Undulating Greens 23
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 28
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 25
Locals 24
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 24
In the 'Burbs 20
Worth the Drive 16

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Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

beautiful,scenic course

unfortunately cart path only slowed the p.o.p.about a half hour course a little wet but still played

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

sleepy hollow

Great course. Very wet. It is ok for this time of year.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 278
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 25 Contributor
Ohio Advisor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

The Hollow is Awesome

First, I love this course, and this particular Saturday afternoon was wonderful with nice pace-of-play (which can sometimes be an adverse issue). People just don't realize or appreciate what a great course this is, and to be part of Cleveland MetroParks, to be maintained to great conditions, to be affordable (especially when lucky enough to get the Hot Deals <$35) ............it will test your game. Don't be fooled by the 1st hole par5, because it is downhill .........you'll be making your way uphill sooner or later, and be sure to hit extra club for the carry shots (not much bounce in front or bunny-hops forward). The Starter gives a few helpful hints to the 1st-time player, usually warning to stay beneath pin-positions. The greens & their undulations are hard to perceive during first experience, and I'll bet you'll want to reschedule a visit to Sleepy Hollow again. Even if you hit it poorly, at least enjoy the layout & the views are outstanding. Have fun on this great Public track.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

A golfing gem of northeast Ohio

The most challenging greens I have played. Course in great shape. As others have said, must put from below hole. A truly enjoyable, sometimes frustrating round. I'd play it again in a minute.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 44
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging, scenic, very well kept

Always one of the most fun and challenging courses in the Cleveland. Greens are quick so you'd better be below the hole. Fairways were in great shape except 17 had a few bare spots but overall a wonderful track!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Top notch course

This course is everything and more that golfers post. Staff very knowledgeable and helpful, fairways plush, greens true. I have no complaints...oh ya I got a bargain price

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 85
Skill Intermediate
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
Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Great time - Bart

Even though it started to rain on the second hole I was prepared with my rain suite and continued playing.

At the turn, weather broke and I had a great time.

Will certainly purchase "HOT T" times again from Golf Now.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Same old Sleepy

Course is in good shape but the same old problem with Sleepy slow play. It was brought to staff attention that the group in front of us was way behind as we waited again for them to get their hotdogs at the turn. They continued there slow pace the whole back nine. Never once saw a ranger. Sad when you have to wait every shot because of inconsiderate golfers.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Pace slow even on a weekday morning, but still a good round

This course has been heralded as a go-to for municipal courses everywhere, and for good reason. Conditions were good, a few summer-type burned out spots, but nothing out of the ordinary. Pace left something to be desired, heading over the four and a half hour mark. Otherwise, I will be back again eventually, especially after gaining some of the local knowledge needed to play better

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser

US open visits NE Ohio

If you are a mid high handicap golfer, this course can ruin your day. Very hilly terrain, side hill, downhill, uphill lies on nearly every hole. Greens are difficult ( putt speed determined by grain more than elevations... uphill with grain is very quick, downhill against us painfully slow) Rough is thick, long, and often obscures balls less than 2 yards from fairway. Fairways are often soft and sloppy. Bring your "A" game or plenty of beer

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
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Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Crazy golf

Great layout and staff tries hard. Layout forces slow play with 200+ yard,, par 3 2nd hole. Course sent off three twosomes in a road..They need to manage first tee better and pin placements were putt putt clown style

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/26/2017

I understand about the twosomes, but wouldn't you want to play with faster twosomes ahead of you than a slower foursome?

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Hard, hard, hard. A real test of your skill level. It's in great shape and doesn't have any tricks, it's all right in front of you. It could use a risk/reward hole or two, but all in all, a great course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Spectacular

Sleepy hollow is probably one of the best courses & value. If you are a first time golfer be prepared to have a difficult day. The greens are extremely difficult & not usually a flat lie in the fairway. The course is always in excellent condition.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 85
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

somewhat challenging somewhat moderate.

I really wanted to play golf at sleepy hollow golf course because of its location.

but field condition is worse than I expected and green fee is expensive than its value.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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