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4.1
412 Reviews (412)
5 Stars
194
4 Stars
155
3 Stars
37
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
9
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
76.5%
Recommend this course
370 out of 412 reviews
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4.0
4 Reviews (4)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.5
Value
4.0
Layout
3.8
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.5
75.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 4 reviews
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4.0
26 Reviews (26)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.3
76.9%
Recommend this course
20 out of 26 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6632 yards
Slope 136
Rating 72.0
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Ford's Colony Country Club - Blue Heron
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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Dan Maples (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "The Golf Academy at Ford's Colony Country Club"
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire is required. No blue jeans, cut-offs, tee shirts or tank tops.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Available Sports

Tennis

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Reviews

4.1
412 Reviews (412)
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Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course. Will be back

Everything was great. Staff was friendly and helpful. Range was layed out well. Played Blue Heron. The course layout was great. Cart path only due to bad rain so some areas understandably a little sloppy but the greens were great. Looking forward to coming back and playing the other courses as well.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 02/14/2018:
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and that our staff left a great impression on you. We're also glad that you enjoyed the challenge of our layout. We look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 75
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Great day in December

The course was in very good shape, new greens are nice and rolled well. I only wish everyone would fix their dents. The greens were not making large ballmarks but only dents and most were not being fixed and you could tell the ones not fixed. Bunkers needed raking and a bit of care. Grass was dormant but the fairways were still pretty nice. There were a few low area wet spots from the snow melt I guess. The Pro shop was very helpful, starter was great and we always try to go into the bar after, great staff, good food and beer.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 12/19/2017:
Fantastic! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course conditions and that our staff left a great impression on you. We're also pleased that you enjoyed our menu and beer. Can't wait to have you back for another great day at Ford's Colony!
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great greens!!

I played this course the other day and had a frost warning in the early morning for half an hour. After hitting serveral balls on the driving range I proceeded that 1st tee and was met by the starter. He was extremely helpful in providing useful information on the course and advice on several difficult holes. I was playing by myself and came upon a foursome of members after a few holes. They graciously waved me through and I sped through 18 holes in no time .

The course was in pretty good shape even though the rough and the fairways were dormant. The greens were in great shape putted truly even with a lot of moisture on them. I would like to return and play the course when the grass turns green. There is a lot of water on the course but a lot of if does not come into play. I played the blue/white combo tee that was about 5800 us a and found it just about right for my abilities. All in all a good day on the course and recommend you give it a try.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Response from on 11/30/2017:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed your first time playing our course. We're pleased that our course conditions met your expectations and that our staff left a great impression on you. We can't wait to have you back again for your next round!
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A very fun challenge.

Ran short on daylight at the 15th so we skipped to 17 & 18. Otherwise, an absolutely awesome course. Looking forward to going back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 11/30/2017:
Outstanding! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your round with us and the challenge that our course presented. We appreciate your review and look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 56
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Again and Again

A must play for those who appreciate a course that is well maintained with the player in mind

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 11/20/2017:
Fantastic! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course conditions as well as our layout. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have you back soon!
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 11/20/2017:
Great! Come back soon!
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Must play

Great course some difficulty but manageable. Fantastic day out with friends.

Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 11/08/2017:
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the challenge that our course presented. We're pleased that you and your friends enjoyed your time with us and we can't wait to have you all back for another fantastic day!
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fantastic

What a great golf course, we had an enjoyable round of golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 11/06/2017:
Outstanding! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your round with us and we can't wait to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Dry & Fast

Lack of water made fast fairways and greens. Difficult to land ball and stop. Course layout good without much variation. Played Blue Heron least complicated

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 11/06/2017:
Awesome! We're glad that you enjoyed our course and the challenge that it presented. We look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

I love this place!

I love this place - Fords Colony! They have 3, 18-hole golf courses. This (Marsh Hawk) was the standard course for guests. Pace of play was very good, invited to get around a slow 2-some, and then a 4-some. Despite the cold and wind it was a good day. A nice place to play, plenty of class, and friendly people.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 11/02/2017:
Fantastic! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and that you were able to play at a good pace. We look forward to having you back again soon at Ford's Colony!
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice, nice course. I would recommend it to anyone.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 10/31/2017:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed your round with us and we can't wait to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful challenging course

Course was extremely wet (cart path only).

Understood the fallen leaves along the fairways, did not like the leaves on the greens.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Response from on 10/27/2017:
Awesome! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. we apologize that the course was a little wet but we hope to have you back once the course is a bit drier!
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Golf course of choice!

Golf course of choice!

I always try to play one of the three golf courses at Fords Colony. Especially when I can get a low rate. Great place to play on any of the 3 courses. The courses are in very good condition.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 10/25/2017:
Fantastic! We're glad that you enjoyed our course conditions and that you were able to play at a good pace. We look forward to having you back again at Ford's Colony!
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 10/24/2017:
Awesome! Come back soon!
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Sunday fun

Course in really good shape; relatively flat. Not tremendously difficult

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Response from on 10/24/2017:
Fantastic! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course conditions as well as our layout. We can't wait to have you back again soon at Ford's Colony!
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day of golf!

Course was in great shape, staff helpful & efficient. A very enjoyable round of golf!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/24/2017:
Excellent! We're glad that you enjoyed our course conditions and that our staff left a great impression on you. We look forward to having you back soon for your next round!
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Played on windy,cold rainy day. Did not see any other golfers out tbere. Done in 2hrs 45 minutes

Greens were average speed with lots of indulations. Played white tees,a little short, but lots of fun . Can't help the weather

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Response from on 10/19/2017:
Terrific! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your round with us despite the windy, cold, rainy weather. We're pleased that you were able to play at a good pace and that you enjoyed the challenge of our course. Hope to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course, even with a little rain.

Great staff, pace of play & will certainly return.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Response from on 10/19/2017:
Outstanding! We're glad that our staff left a great impression on you and that you were able to play at a good pace. Can't wait to have you back again at Ford's Colony!
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun times

Great place- course in GREAT shape, beautiful layout .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/16/2017:
Wonderful! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course conditions as well as our layout. We can't wait to have you back for more fun times at Ford's Colony!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Really enjoyed, just sorry our game was cut short by the weather.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/16/2017:
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your first experience at Ford's Colony. We're sorry that your round got cut short, but we hope to have you back for a full round soon!
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