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

Accolades

  • 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 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course but two bad greens

Course was is great shape but two of the greens were really bad (fungus damage I think over 50% of green) and two other greens had minor damage, about 10%.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Very enjoyable afternoon

I am a new golfer and this was my first time to a "long" course (vs executive sized). The only complaint I had was that some of the greens (especially the back 9) were very thin and had some sand showing through. Otherwise the staff was great, the carts were first class and I recognized how bad my game was!!.
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Conditions Poor
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Excellent layout

I have played this course over 20 years and never get tired of playing it. It is one of the best unknown courses in San Diego County. It is one of my favorites and recomend it highly.

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

Your feedback is important to us. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing San Vicente Golf Resort.

Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Cart path only

Hot deal was GREAT. cart path only but no biggie, would for sure play again at that price- $17..

Thanks

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser

Under Maintenance

Greens had recently been plugged. Much of then course was brown.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

For the Money

This was a good course for the price we paid and was in good shape both tee boxes and greens,it was a little slow the front nine but we were allow to pass at the tenth and we finshed in record time,ate here for the first time and it was alright nothing specail about the price or service. Overall a good deal for the price we paided!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

I think the course was challenging with nice elevation changes.

I think the course was in good shape. The couse was easy to navigate and the play was steady.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Very nice layout

I really enjoyed this course, it is nestled in the oaks with some nice blind shots. At hole 16 there was a covey or herd or flock, not exactly sure what to call the group, but there were 11 full sized wild turkeys glaring at us as we approached; it was amazing. The layout has good elevation changes with some grip it and rip it driving holes. In regards to the course, the biggest negative was some of the greens were very diseased and even short putts were not sure things.

Now for the dirt, there was too much of it in some of the fringed fairways, we agreed to clean and place even though it was not raining; had to move my ball three or four times to put it on some grass.

In regards to the staff; for some reason they staff behind the counter are not very friendly, I wonder if smiling is against course policy. For the most part, they do not seem to want to help, i have been there twice and both times it seemed that i was burdening them with my reservation and questions. Two different people at two different times and no other people in the club house. The course personnel were very nice, the gentleman with the cold water was a great treat.

All in all, i would recommend this course and will definitely play there again.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice friendly course

Nice course for the intermediate player. Offers some challenges especially that there are par 5's, My husband a weekly player really enjoyed the challenges, I found many holes long and difficult, but I only golf 4-5 times a year. Definitely would come back. Great bar for a drink after golfing.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 29
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Loved it

I was a single on vacation and paired with three great people that had played the course. I loved this course! It was beautiful and in great shape. One of the great scenic holes had a mountain behind it with snow on top of the mountain. Got a great deal on golfnow and would definitely play again if back in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice layout

Nice course, slower greens, overall excellent value.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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