San Vicente Golf Resort: #3
View of the 3rd green at San Vicente Golf Resort.
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4.2
711 Reviews (711)
5 Stars
280
4 Stars
301
3 Stars
76
2 Stars
37
1 Stars
17
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
87.9%
Recommend this course
620 out of 711 reviews
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4.2
17 Reviews (17)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.9
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
82.4%
Recommend this course
14 out of 17 reviews
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4.2
51 Reviews (51)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.5
86.3%
Recommend this course
44 out of 51 reviews
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Course Highlights
San Vicente's fast, true greens with rolling slopes and strategic elevation changes consistently impress golfers as among the best in San Diego. The well-regarded course layout, excellent bunkers, and smooth pace of play make it outstanding value.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6822 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.7

San Vicente Golf Resort sprawls across lush rolling hills in Ramona, though it is conveniently only 20 minutes from San Diego's many attractions. Situated in the Valley of the Sun, the golf course boasts scenic views of the surrounding mountains as well as temperate weather for most of the year. Ted Robinson designed the layout, utilizing the natural contours and features of the terrain. The golf course only measures to 6,633 yards from the back tees but it seems to play much longer because of the elevation changes throughout, which range from subtle to dramatic. The undulating nature of the landscape gives each hole a unique character. No two holes even vaguely resemble one another on this layout. San Vicente is not only for golfers though, there are also lighted tennis courts, two equestrian centers, and a year-round heated pool.

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Course Details

Year Built 1971
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round. Weather permitting
Architect Ted Robinson, Sr. (1971) Andy Staples (2021)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "San Vicente Golf School"
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
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities, Spa, Jacuzzi

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis

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  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses (2021 #9)
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Reviews

4.2
711 Reviews (711)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 37
Patio Dining 20
Dinner 18
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 47
Water Hazards 45
Forced Carries 32
This course/club is great for:
Locals 46
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 37
Seniors 33
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 52
At a Resort 29
In the 'Burbs 18

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful course, well maintained.

San Vicente is a lovely course, well maintained and monitored.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

San Vicente was in great shape, as usual. Beautiful setting and fun course. Wish I lived a little closer,

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Thanks so much for the review. We look forward to welcoming you back to our course soon. Thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort.

Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort.

Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
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 Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fantastic course conditions!

Our T-Time was scheduled for 11:36 and it happened exactly on time. First Tee gave us a heads-up of what to expect. The weather was sunny and the temperature was around 65 degrees. The views were exceptional. Tee box was in great shape and the fairways were lush green and cut to perfection. The entire course was in the exact same shape. Despite the heavy rain we had for several days prior, the course had drained extremely well. The greens were all in fantastic condition and the ball ran fast and true. It was really impressive to be in San Diego and see a course in better shape than most of the private clubs! Best value in the entire county for playing experience, challenge, amenities, vistas and price!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Walked

Great conditions, slow pace of play

Pace of play was slow because of cart path only, so I walked the back nine. Course conditions were very good, and greens were in good conditions. Only complaint is that the round took a little over 5 hours.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Thanks so much for the review. We look forward to welcoming you back to our course soon. Thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course but bad tee time management

After driving over 45 mins to get there is find out that I'm playing by myself. Rather than match me with another group I get sandwiched between 2 4somes. No options were available to me due to a tournament going on. It was a nice course but was not enjoyable when you travel that far to play golf as a single.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Response from on 01/10/2017:
Thank you for your feedback and we apologize for your poor experience. We assure you this is not the standard we strive to achieve and will address it at the course. Look forward to having you back soon and making up for this experience.
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great find in the desert!

It was Thanksgiving weekend and some badly needed rain was threatening. It arrived on the 18th hole, so there was no indication on where to leave the golf cart, so they just started topile up at the clubhouse. No body was there when we finished.

Course was fun and definately had ups, downs and turns omit. Careful shot placement was essential. We would come back again. Note, it was way out in the countryside, with a scenic drive in between. It was a great day.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Thank you for visiting us at San Vicente Golf Resort. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 43
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful Course and well maintained

Got the green fee from Golfnow hot deals. But the course itself can be compare to or better than premium golf courses that charge premium green fees, like Barona Creek. Staffs are friendly and courteous.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort!

Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course

The course was fun to play. Not very tight and is nice for players who like more of an open layout. Course in great shape.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Thanks so much for the review. We look forward to welcoming you back to our course soon. Thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort.

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Day

Staff was very friendly and accommodating.Let us go out early. Course is in very good condition. Well worth the drive from Encinitas.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 05/12/2021

Thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Go play it , amazing shape

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/12/2016

Thank you for your wonderful recommendation! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the conditions of the course! We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice course

I had a nice time at this course. Nice layout, and is in pretty good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 09/01/2016

Hi Tkinsella,

Thank you for choosing San Vicente! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your round. We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Irrigation Upgrade Mess

Course is one of my favorites in the lower price range in San Diego. However, when I played, the course had just begun what looks like extensive irrigation / drainage work. A few tees were moved to the fairways so as to put the workers out of harms way. Which of course makes the holes a joke. I would call course before you make any plans to play there for next few months.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
73deed74-a63c-59f5-b1a5-6359146edfac
Commented on 09/01/2016

Hi Zambony,

Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that your experience was not up to par. We are currently making upgrades and appreciate your patience during this time. We hope to have another chance at exceeding your expectations.

Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great day for golf

This was my first time playing San Vicente. What a great layout. Considering we are in a drought the course is in good shape. Greens are very well kept and roll true. I will most defiantly play here again. The staff is friendly and accommodating. Snack bar is well stocked. Overall a great day on the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
73deed74-a63c-59f5-b1a5-6359146edfac
Commented on 08/16/2016

Hi Crmitch3II,

Thank you for choosing San Vicente! We are happy that you had a great experience your first time here. We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

We had a great time.

Great! No waiting. The course was in great shape.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
73deed74-a63c-59f5-b1a5-6359146edfac
Commented on 07/06/2016

Glad to hear it! Thank you for your review! Hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Great overall experience. The course and pace of play was great. Couldnt have asked for a better round. Got a great deal with a meal included.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
73deed74-a63c-59f5-b1a5-6359146edfac
Commented on 06/17/2016

Hi Juan8596637,

Thanks for the five star review! We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your round here at San Vicente Golf Resort. We hope to see you back again soon for your next round!

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Course is in great shape

The course is in great shape right now. The fairways are lush, the rough is actually rough and the greens roll true. My only gripe about the place is how far it is away (50min). The price is right and the conditions are great, just too far away to play again any time soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
73deed74-a63c-59f5-b1a5-6359146edfac
Commented on 06/17/2016

Hi tmolhook,

We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your round here at San Vicente Golf Resort. We hope to see you back again soon!

Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

I took the Risk and made the Drive out

I was looking for somewhere I hadn't played before and wasn't restrained by drive time. I took a chance on San Vincente as I had heard many good things about it over the years. I play mostly as a single and they couldn't have been nicer connecting me with other (local) players and even got me out an hour ahead of schedule.

The course was in very good shape, including well maintained tee boxes and greens. The greens were very quick but once you adapt to the speed that's fine.

There is enough water, dry creek beds, trees, etc. in and around the holes to keep it very interesting even to the better golfer. Course had plenty of wildlife with families of turkeys everywhere. I liked it so much I went back 2 days later and played it again. Will go back again.

Restaurant had very good food and drinks as well to finish up the round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
73deed74-a63c-59f5-b1a5-6359146edfac
Commented on 06/17/2016

Hi Insurance1,

We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your day here at San Vicente Golf Resort. We look forward to having you back soon for your next round!

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