Avery Ranch Golf Club

I play this course often because it's always a good challenge and it's always in great shape. My only disappointment is usually with the staff. Pro shop folks could be friendlier and more welcoming. Starters are usually less than chummy. This is still a customer service business am I correct?

Took over 2.5 hours on the front. Back was thinned out and faster. Staff was great as was course.

The course was overall in good condition. The greens could use a bit of touching up but the tee boxes and fairways were in spectacular condition. The only downside to my round was the 3-some in front of me refused to let me play through in the middle of the week so there was quite a wait behind me. I ended up pairing up with a member who was also a single which made the wait bearable but the marshall should have done his job and informed the group of their middle of the week pace was holding up a large number of groups. I guess the only other downside was the recent weather had caused the bottom of the bunkers to be almost cart path hard.

Water everywhere, but enjoyed the course would like to play under dryer conditions

I've been playing Avery Ranch for years. It is in good shape, but I was disappointed that they over watered a couple of greens to the point where there was standing water on the greens. On the plus side, got out early and played a quick 3 hour round. Normally I expect a 4.5 hour round.

My brother and myself were in from Cleveland to
move my daughter home from Austin and we
planned on playing a couple rounds of golf. We
given some choices from some local golfers and
selected Avery Ranch based on location. We were
pleasantly surprised with course layout, condition,and
the staff that were helpful and friendly.We were so
pleased that we booked a starting time for 5/4/15, the next morning. My brother and I have be playing
golf for 120 years combined.

The reason i rate this course a poor value is mainly the greens. They are not anywhere near the condition you would expect for a course charging what Avery does. I've played this course 5 or 6 times since it has opened and the greens were good only one of those times. Everything else is fine. Very frustrating.

We got on after a tournament, so it was backed up. Our round took 5.5 hours, which is pretty bad. We made the most of it as the course is beautiful and wildlife was abundant

A really nice course - we just caught it on a bad day

after 5 hours and 13 holes we gave up and left. seems like a nice course but after being hit into multiple times and having our balls picked up by others we couldn't take it anymore. i guess i should of known when the starter said the group in front of us wanted to play with range balls because they didn't have any of their own

I have played this course numerous times and always enjoy coming back when I have some time off. The staff was great from payment to walking off the 18th with clean clubs. The course was in good shape and will be excellent once the greens finish growing in, especially on the front 9. The only negative thing I have to say is regarding the quality and quantity of the range balls. 20 balls is enough to at least stretch your muscles, but when over half of the balls are either completely smooth or have mower damage, it can make it tough to evaluate ball flight and make adjustments. Overall, another great experience and probably the course I would recommend as the best value in the area.

Avery Ranch is a challenging course, and was in very good condition. Very challenging par 3's. Greens rolled very true, and not gimmicky. Pace of play was 4.45-5.0 hours. Never saw a marshal.

Pro shop attendant didn't have a high opinion of GolfNow customers, or the service. I had paid in full but still quoted me a tee time rate. Told me he'd speak with the GM, and come get me on the course if there were issues with my pre-paid time.

They need new range balls. half the balls in my bucket were bald, discolored, basically useless.

On-board GPS system didn't work. 3rd course I've been to this month with the Sprint network Android GPS systems that didn't' work.

I know I wouldn't see my kid to a junior camp there as the instructor sounded more like a drill sergeant, or football coach the way he was barking at the kids.

Course Conditions:
This is always the question with Avery, and one you'll never get a straight answer about from the pro shop if you call. Fairways are 99% of the time the best in Austin, but greens can really be hit or miss. The 2011 drought taxed them badly and I think this might be the year they finally recover. Right now, they're decent, but the base seems to be there for some really good conditions this summer. When they're (greens) on point, one of the best courses out there.

Layout:
You can test yourself, or have a fun round, just pick a set of tees. Tips require some really good long iron play and an accurate drive. You will need to be able to easily carry 265+ to play blacks, 240+ for golds. If you can't, don't. Wind is always a factor. Par 3's are, IMO, the best.

Staff:
Good, always good.

Walkability:
You can walk, big hike between 9 and 10, 11 and 12, 17 and 18.

I live in Northwest Austin and used to play @ Avery Ranch just about every weekend. I stopped playing there last year after they raised their rates and due to the consistent poor quality of their greens. I decided to go back today and see if anything had changed. Sadly, it has not. The course still is at least $25 overpriced on the weekends. The greens were spotty at best, and multiple tee boxes had more sand and gravel than grass. I ended up playing as a single after amid-up at the pro shop, and found myself behind two foursomes. When I finally got past the 2nd foursome on #12, I never saw another golfer the rest of the round. How does a single in a cart not catch up to anyone else for 6 holes?? The ranger did nothing to speed up the foursomes ahead of me; they clearly were members who the course didn't want to upset because they are spending money there. I'll go back to playing Falconhead; same price with much better greens and overall course conditions, and much more attentive staff who care about the pace of play.

If you want a to play a great course and willing to spend the money this is a good choice. Plays fair but challenging.

Course was in great shape for early March. Play with my 14 Year old son (10 hdcp) here a few times a year and are never disappointed. Even with recent sand added to greens they rolled true. A number of walkers on the course but it did not hinder play.

It was 1 of 3 local courses that we played on a recent golf trip. It was set up through a PGA pro. We paid the full rate ($90) which is a shame since golfnow seems to have much better rates for all sorts of tee times. The course lay out wasn't bad and the facility itself is nice. The greens were awful. By far the worst greens of the 3 courses we played. This course is fine if you're spending $45 but I would highly recommend going somewhere else if you're spending more money.

Came to Austin to play for a winter break. We have played here before. The course is very challenging & was in great shape for the winter, Greens were very fast & smooth. A little more money, but a very nice course. Would not recommend for the beginner golfer or a very short hitter..

This course really makes you feel like a member. Everyone was polite and very helpful. It is a very scenic and nice course to play. I would recommend it to anyone.

Course conditions were OK. Staff were very friendly. The ball cleaners were removed and we were playing in wet conditions. It was very inconvenient. Food choices were limited.

GOT A GOOD DEAL FOR THIS COURSE. IT'S A NICE WELL KEPT COURSE WITH FAST GREENS . ANYTIME YOU CAN PLAY THIS COURSE UNDER $30 IS A STEAL.