Chesapeake Golf Club
About
Chesapeake Golf Club sits tucked away in the idyllic village of Las Gaviotas, conveniently situated just 15 minutes from downtown Norfolk. Boasting some of the best greens in the Tidewater area, the club offers the amenities of a private club with the fees of a public golf course. The layout will challenge you with rolling fairways and tricky doglegs. Water hazards come into play frequently so be prepared for a few intimidating blind shots over water. Mature trees line the rolling fairways and there are also strategically placed bunkers lurking along the greensides. The manageable 6,278-yard length is approachable for beginners yet there are still holes that long hitters will enjoy. Chesapeake Golf Club is a course that will test your skills but it's not overly punishing for the high handicapper.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back | 71 | 6159 yards | 69.5 | 122 |
| Middle | 71 | 5763 yards | 67.4 | 120 |
| Front | 71 | 5055 yards | 64.4 | 106 |
| Ladies | 71 | 4870 yards | 68.1 | 116 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 70.1/130 W: 76.1/137 | 392 | 318 | 517 | 499 | 220 | 412 | 341 | 381 | 385 | 3465 | 143 | 359 | 158 | 541 | 300 | 140 | 426 | 443 | 173 | 2683 | 6148 |
| Blue M: 68.3/123 W: 73.7/133 | 371 | 303 | 495 | 451 | 196 | 382 | 296 | 357 | 358 | 3209 | 139 | 337 | 135 | 488 | 273 | 120 | 394 | 420 | 155 | 2461 | 5670 |
| White M: 65.2/118 W: 69.8/124 | 320 | 267 | 472 | 422 | 151 | 346 | 284 | 321 | 301 | 2884 | 128 | 320 | 117 | 414 | 239 | 114 | 366 | 390 | 137 | 2225 | 5109 |
| Green M: 64.5/117 W: 69.1/121 | 305 | 247 | 410 | 416 | 136 | 335 | 273 | 317 | 293 | 2732 | 117 | 305 | 110 | 370 | 194 | 106 | 320 | 375 | 117 | 2014 | 4746 |
| Red M: 60.9/109 W: 63.3/110 | 208 | 182 | 354 | 340 | 136 | 260 | 208 | 232 | 223 | 2143 | 117 | 192 | 110 | 325 | 181 | 106 | 260 | 295 | 117 | 1703 | 3846 |
| Handicap | 12 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 14 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 34 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 10 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 18 |
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Photo submitted by TBeezie on 05/21/2026
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Photo submitted by TBeezie on 05/21/2026
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Photo submitted by TBeezie on 05/21/2026
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Photo submitted by hustlebaby on 04/22/2025
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Photo submitted by hustlebaby on 04/22/2025
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Photo submitted by hustlebaby on 04/22/2025
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Photo submitted by DMcClintock1993 on 10/06/2024
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Photo submitted by OrbitalFye on 10/04/2024
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Photo submitted by u000005666558 on 09/29/2024
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Photo submitted by u000005666558 on 09/29/2024
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Photo submitted by u000005666558 on 09/29/2024
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Photo submitted by u000005666558 on 09/29/2024
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Photo submitted by markbrink on 09/17/2024
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Photo submitted by markbrink on 09/17/2024
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Photo submitted by markbrink on 09/17/2024
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Photo submitted by Coyotesfan9898 on 08/18/2024
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Green on the back nine. Pretty representative of a fair number of greens. Photo submitted by marcpeot on 06/09/2024
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Photo submitted by Adam8721041 on 04/25/2022
Great Golf Now Deal
I always play well at this course. There was a major rainstorm a few nights before I played and it was cart path only. But for the most part the course was in good shape. The greens were in excellent shape, putt true and relatively fast. Fairways were plush, but mostly running Bermuda grass. There are two par fives that can be reached in two. Par 70 course with some tricky par threes to make up for the short par 5s. For those who have never played this course, #9 is not at the clubhouse #12 is. Due to the two separate land owners at the time the course was designed.
Nice Course
Course was in fair shape, greens and tee boxes were in good shape but the fairways were pretty rough, lots of ruts (made running around in the cart a rough ride). The front nine is fairly challenging with 3 water holes that are tough if you can't hit a drive or fairway shot longer than 200 yards. Lost 5 balls on the front nine. Back nine is challenging but only has one water hole on it.
I would recommend this course to a friend
The overall condition of the course was good, the staff very friendly and helpful. The only negative I could say was you had to watch where you walked on the greens and fairways because of the geese droppings which were all over the place. I don't know how they could control that but everything else is worth the round of golf. I will be back.
Short and straight
Course is tight with homes lining fairways.
Greens roll faster than they look.
Course attracts slower players and unfortunalty there may be experienced singles/doubles that stifle pace of play.
Great course
Course is in great shape. Fairways are great. The greens are I excellent shape. Your approaches hold on the green, puts roll true. Staff is very friendly.
Enjoyable
Chesapeake is the closest course to my home. Folks are always friendly, the course was in good shape. This was the first round played since I had a heart attack (on another golf course) last November. It was a bit warm very playable. The best part was I shot my lowest round ever and I've played he course alot in the last twelve years. 8 strokes better. You never kow about devil all, Ha!
Nice layout
Staff was very friendly. Food was excellent. Course was in good condition -greens were well kept. Course needs more water stations. (I only found one in the first twelve holes) -
Great course for the money. Will be back for sure!
Great course with awesome tee boxs and nice greens. Only things was no beverage cart and the temp was like 95.
Water Hazards
Pay close attention to the distance from tee to water hazards. The fairways drop away very quickly with almost no room for your ball to roll off the fairway and stop before getting into the water.
Some Improvement
There wasn't anyone one there to push us to hurry the pace of play. There was no starter to give you course conditions. The fairways could be better maintained with where the course is locatated. There wasn't a clubhouse after the 9th hole, you had to wait until hole 12 for the turn.
Exceptional as always
Outstanding course. Very beautiful with some water challenges. I like the layout despite homes lining the sides of nearly every hole. Pace of play is good and the course is never too crowded. Except for one sand trap in poor maintenance, the rest of the course is very well-kept.
Tight!
Those water shots are made for those people who can play golf not for some beginners. Loves it but lose a few balls in the water. Lol
Good layout
This course has its challenges, at times narrow but overall I would recommend to anyone.
Nice course
This course has a couple risk reward holes. If you get off tee good you are tempted to challenge water hazards. We had a nice time. Some fairways are a little narrow for my errant shots.
Great Course
I've been playing this course for years now, it was in great condition and we had a good time
1st time in years
Single, with golf cart, played in under 3 hrs. Used bushnell gps for hole yardage. Several holes have water crossing fairway. No markers indicating distance to, or over water. Signs from hole #11 to #12 would help. Fairways & greens in good condition. friendly staff.
An enjoyable round.
The course was in good shape. the greens are much improved over last year. The pace of play was very good. An enjoyable round.
Favorite course
This course is probably my favorite in the area. Some pretty narrow fairways which does not bode well for my inconsistent drives, fast greens, well maintained bunkers and fairways. Overall just a good course to play.
Great course great price
Great course for the price. However be careful if it your first time out lots of hidden hazards and no hole descriptions on the score cards
Great greens
This course has a great layout. Tall trees that line the fairways that make for accurate driving. The greens have no ball marks and are very smooth and small in size. A great course to play and great value..