Shenvalee Golf Resort - Miller/Olde

I'm from the DMV area, so this is my first time out here.
Green was fast and it was amazing. It's on par with greens from 5 star courses in Williamsburg. In terms of green, it is better than Potomac Shores, Stone Wall, Blue Mash, Laurel Hills, Twin Lakes, etc.
The course layout and length is similar to Penderbrook in VA. Probably slightly better. Its not like East Potomac in DC, its much better than that. Its just not as good as some of the high-end courses mentioned above. Blue Ridge Shadows is not too far from but its a much better course, but the prices reflect that. The green here is probably better than blue ridege

Staff is helpful and a beautiful setting for the course.

Greens were challenging. Ball rolls right off and down a hill.

First time playing at this course. Greens are very well kept and can be quick. Will definitely go back.

Had not been here for forty years and the place has changed pretty dramatically. A little dried oUt in places but very good nonetheless. Greens in good shape . Tee boxes fine. Some nice elevation changes and a nice pace of play. 👍👍

Great overall golf course. Recommend seeing if a tournament is being played before booking.

After reading this, I know it sounds salty, but I'm just advocating for what you once had at the Shenvalee. Please bring it back!

"Very disappointed with The Shenvalee"

For years, the Shenvalee has been a course that was moderately priced and was a regular destination for this reason. The course, which is usually in good shape, is not a challenging course and is great for beginners or for anyone to just enjoy an easier, relaxing track.

For some reason this year...new clubhouse?, inflation?, greed?, they decided to increase rates significantly. Weekend rates are now $60 and weekday rates are $50!!! Just last year, I was able to get afternoon tee times there for $25 - $30. And now they're $40 (oh, $35 after 5PM when you might not finish in the shorter months of the year). Everyone understands that price increases are inevitable, but wow!!!

The thing that has always set this course apart for me and many others was that it catered to golfers that didn't want to pay $75 at courses like a Bryce Resort or Massanutten Greens.

I used to say, this course was fantastic because "they knew how to turn a profit because they know how to get lots of people to come out and play." AND they did it by having rates that were affordable and matched the level of the course difficulty and layout.

Well, I can't say that anymore, and I am playing other alternatives now. Thanks for ruining something that you've been known for for many years. The next thing you know, the membership prices will be gone and it will be another exclusive country club in the Shenandoah Valley (which might be what some of the "members" are trying to do).

Oh, by the way, while all golf prices have increased and it is quickly becoming a "rich person's sport," here are some other options at nearby courses that are the same price or cheaper but with longer, more modern challenging course layouts (18 holes with cart).

Lakeview Golf Course - M-TH - $46 F-S $53

Caverns Country Club - M-F - $30; S/S $40 (the Range Shenvalee used to and should be)

Heritage Oaks M-TH - $53; F-S - $58

Of course, if people continue to pay the rates, why would they ever lower the price. Well, for now, I will save a few bucks per round and go elsewhere. And it really does sadden me to say this as I used to enjoy going there 20 - 25 times per year as part of my 100-150 rounds of golf I normally play each year.

Here's to hoping (and I sincerely mean this) you'll change back to that nice, rural golf course you've always been, but probably not. It looks like $$$ you want to be like a "Northern Virginia" course...nothing special and expensive.

From the clubhouse to Starter they were very accommodating got of early Group in front of us let us play through, played with two Lady members on last hole and had fun with them. Course was in great shape.