The Hollows Golf Club - Cottage/Road
About
Located in Montpelier, Hollows Golf Club has a 27-hole layout that is considered one of the best values in the area. The holes are divided into three nines that provide three different 18-hole combinations. The Cottage, Lake, and Road nines come with enough variety to offer something for players of all skill levels from low handicappers to more experienced players. The green fees are applicable the whole day, which allows golfers to play all three courses if they have the time and the inclination. The Cottage/Road combination only has water on one hole, but it is a memorable one. The hole is Cottage's par 3 third, which is the golf course's signature. There is not only a formidable pond along the right but also an 8-foot bunker on the left. In addition to the golf courses, the Hollows also has an all-grass driving range and putting green.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 70 | 5969 yards | 67.9 | 112 |
| White | 70 | 5631 yards | 66.4 | 109 |
| Gold | 70 | 4952 yards | 63.3 | 103 |
| Red (W) | 70 | 4642 yards | 65.5 | 107 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 67.3/121 | 349 | 525 | 190 | 305 | 426 | 333 | 171 | 365 | 308 | 2972 | 374 | 393 | 187 | 424 | 357 | 149 | 305 | 380 | 520 | 3089 | 6061 |
| White M: 65.1/115 W: 70.3/127 | 320 | 486 | 138 | 305 | 406 | 333 | 159 | 352 | 280 | 2779 | 365 | 356 | 160 | 412 | 331 | 135 | 280 | 370 | 507 | 2916 | 5695 |
| Gold M: 62.4/105 W: 67.1/120 | 290 | 458 | 138 | 230 | 356 | 283 | 138 | 331 | 261 | 2485 | 332 | 345 | 160 | 377 | 291 | 127 | 242 | 295 | 425 | 2594 | 5079 |
| Red M: 61.3/103 W: 65.1/112 | 270 | 401 | 70 | 215 | 345 | 283 | 124 | 331 | 251 | 2290 | 282 | 300 | 106 | 368 | 291 | 89 | 229 | 295 | 425 | 2385 | 4675 |
| Handicap | 5 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 8 | 10 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 10 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 8 |
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Photo submitted by 23112Golfer on 04/23/2026
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Photo submitted by Alarry31 on 12/27/2025
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Photo submitted by lnaser21 on 08/16/2024
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Photo submitted by WykaglBermingham on 05/28/2023
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One of the many beautiful views you will see while playing on this course! Photo submitted by Martha6288409 on 10/11/2022
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Photo submitted by WykaglBermingham on 07/03/2022
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Photo submitted by u282703842 on 10/25/2021
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Photo submitted by Martha6288409 on 08/26/2021
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Photo submitted by Martha6288409 on 08/26/2021
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Photo submitted by u314159336777 on 06/20/2020
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Sandtrap turned Watertrap Photo submitted by crt928 on 05/31/2018
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Don't drown looking for a golf ball. Photo submitted by crt928 on 05/31/2018
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The dangerously seductive tee shot of hole #2 Lake course. Photo submitted by Michael4560718 on 07/04/2013
Ho hum
OK course ,just not very interesting, conditions were OK ,greens were slow , road nine was OK just kind of back-and-forth ,don't think I'll be back anytime soon
Crowded
Surprised us , not usually bad pace but Thursday afternoon had tee time after 1 and were backed up three deep . Moved ok once got going , but usually waiting minute or so each tee shot and second . Must disagree with earlier review , greens not great . Burn spots numerous but we're cut consistent . That have worked on traps and a lot more sand . Fairways good but the tees here have always been hard . Didn't get to play lake , wanted to see the work they had done . Got to first hole on lake after playing road and both groups ahead of us were waiting on third group to finish hole . With pro shop permission we just played the cottage and yes played right on thru with no delay . Didn't get to see the greens on lake of course and that's where they have done some work . Overall just nice easy course and the 19th hole is comfortable . Driving range isn't much , but good course for the weekly hacker, beginners and seniors . Easy course to walk .
Great value!
I enjoyed it! The cafe (food) is the best in Richmond
Always enjoyable
Our go to go course. We always enjoy ourselves. Could be faster at times and better cart paths, but still really like the place.
Not worth the money for what you get
Every single time I've played here the last 4 or 5 years, my group has never been allowed to play the Lake nine. Most of the greens on the road nine are terrible. The staff is unfriendly most of the time. The mowing is inconsistent. Not worth the money at all.
Great Greens, Short Course
This course is in the burbs. Into the deep woods but, worth the drive for their greens. A mid to lower handicap player like myself will eat this place up but, it is fun and for the price, it is worth putting on these greens. Kudos to the greenskeeper here. The greens are slick, true, and in excellent shape. No forced carries and not much trouble around the lake. You can go really low.
Nice course to play
I had not played at the Hollows in a long time, but it was a very pleasant experience to be back. The course is good for new to intermediate players for sure to just go out and play. The course is fairly straight forward. The greens are a little small, but that is just being picky. The fairways and rough were in good condition, the greens were in excellent condition. For an intermediate golfer like myself, it was a great day to work on my game, but also not feel like what is around the corner for me on my next shot. I was able to go truly work on hitting my drives, irons, etc. and just enjoy playing golf.
First time was fun.
Good conditions on the course. Fairways were being mowed after several days of rain. Greens were a bit soft but were fair.
Too many walkers!
Course was in good shape, carts are a little old and worn. Biggest issue was pace of play, numerous elderly walkers most in groups of 1 or two made the round take forever. No marshals to group them or ask them to speed up play. I don't know if this is an everyday issue but if it is I sure wouldn't play there again.
Spring is back
Course is coming around . Greens ok , little slow, fairways turning green and tees covered in nice grass. Easy layout . Played Cottage and lakes with no interruption . 3 1/2 hour round and we were in no hurry . Staff always friendly , only issue finished at 440 and when headed for Beer , knickers was already closed . Hopefully coolers will be back out soon . Ran out of water early on back nine and was really looking forward to a drink . Practice range weak, why the 3 star on off course. For the average golfer thou this course is fun and enough water and turns to make interesting . Great walking course . Will be back soon .
Hollows Review
Course conditions were not too bad for early March, some spotty parts on greens. Compared to other courses in area, value isn't the best. Grill is nice and spacious, pretty good food. Practice facilities aren't the greatest, small irons only driving range.
For a short track, greens are sneaky difficult, have lots of slope. Were running faster probably due to dry and windy conditions lately.
Course very well maintained
I'm 29 and have been golfing for 19 years. Course is short but very open and forgiving. Greens are in excellent condition for March, they are true and fast. Experienced golfers could definitely shoot low scores but the course is also inviting for golfers of any skill level!
I was pleased with this course for this time of year. Greens were pretty quick. Fairways were just turning green, but overall in pretty good condition. It was a great course for walking if you are up for it. I have walked 9 and 18 here and have enjoyed it both times. It was a really nice day, so the course was packed and pace of play was a little slow for me, but still wasn't the worst pace I've played.
Nice Track
Played the Cottage/Lake course. Staff was friendly upon arrival. Driving range just so/so. Only can hit irons on range. Range distance about 200 yds max. Putting green little splotchy but true to the course greens. Tee boxes pretty good, fairways good, rough was good height. sand traps had sand in them but was a little packed, Greens were pretty good for the most part. Few had some rough spots. Great day to play with temp around 75-80 and had a great time. Will play again.
Cottage/road
Cottage good shape , road course needs work. Didn't get to play Lakes which is favorite. Crowded but pace always good here with multiple layouts. Cottage narrow and short . Road more open and Lakes most unique. Overall short course . Just nice comfortable course. Laid back , country feel with very nice nineteeth hole .
Welcome back
Haven't played here in a few months, nice little drive but always a fun day here. Staff very accomadating , great pace of play and course always good condition. Earlier review , mr bluejeans , sorry played here numerous times and never saw attire issues with anyone and have never seen a five some.they do have a very good senior association that plays a shotgun start every Monday and the ladies start early one day a week, but if have tee time anytime after ten have never had an issue with pace . My only question is the three course nines, always figured could choose but one course is almost always closed for maintenance when we play so are always directed to two other courses. Strange thing is the lakes , which I think is the nicest of the three is never closed. Does have a great country feel. Current conditions good, only issue is large standing water in numerous traps, but understandable with all the rain. Knickers is a great place for beer after round .
Great Shape!
The course, the restaurant and bar, were all in excellent condition. Great place to play.
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