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4.4
26 Reviews (26)
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Conditions
4.1
Value
4.6
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.9
Amenities
4.2
94.1%
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25 out of 26 reviews
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3.8
6 Reviews (6)
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Conditions
3.2
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.7
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.0
83.3%
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5 out of 6 reviews
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4.1
9 Reviews (9)
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Conditions
3.7
Value
4.3
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.8
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.4
88.9%
Recommend this course
8 out of 9 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type
Style Parkland
Par 68
Length 5343 yards
Slope 121
Rating 67.3

Established in 1896, Dufftown Golf Club is a unique 18-hole golf course with an eclectic setting that makes it a popular stop for those looking to make the most of their Scotland golf vacation. Dufftown includes two holes that were included in the book "Britain's 100 Extraordinary Golf Holes." The No. 7 hole ranks as the shortest hole in the entire UK at just 64 yards, while the No. 10 hole is at an elevation of 1,213 feet with a magnificent views of the town of Speyside, and an elevated green that features a 339-foot drop from tee to green.

Aside from the breathtaking scenery that Dufftown presents, it is also a golf course in the heart of Scotland's infamous malt whiskey country, adding a particular flavor to both the golf and the area. Still, even with the scenic beauty and libation possibilities, it's the course that truly shines. Playing to nearly 6,000 yards from the back tees, Dufftown is laid out on an undulating track, meaning that the first two holes play uphill, leading to the rest of the course which sits up higher, offering outstanding views and thrilling golf holes.

With a keen staff, excellent conditioning and a unique atmosphere, you'll easily see why Dufftown is a popular stop for those looking for the best and brightest Scotland golf courses to test themselves.

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Course Details

Year Built 1896

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - £25
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard
Walking Allowed Yes

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4.4
26 Reviews (26)
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Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
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5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
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4.0
First Time Playing

Lovely scenery!

Was up here on holiday and decided to play the course on a Monday morning. Got to the clubhouse early and there was no one about. I was able to play the whole course uninterrupted, which was great. The course was in good condition and the fairways were running well. The scenery is great with lovely views in places. It’s not the longest course, but you need to tactically work your way through it. The only bad point is the greens, they were shocking on the day I played. I know it’s been hot , so not sure what’s wrong with them, but they were literally unplayable. It’s a shame because it looks like a nice wee club, so they might not have the staff to keep it in trim. Nice wee place, but for me if the greens aren’t working what’s the point.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Nice Views But Sadly Poor Greens

Very scenic course and we enjoyed our visit. It’s hilly, but fun. Very disappointed in the condition of the greens though which were burnt and rutted by machinery. Balls didn’t roll well or true at all for this stage in the season and the greens were little better than Winter green standard unfortunately. Hopefully this will be sorted out as we’d like to play again now we are more familiar with the layout ! Plenty of buggies on hand for the less willing or able to tackle the gradients. Not a lot of people playing so we were able to take our time and take in the views as we went along. Tired by the end, but a few birdies to add to a fair amount of bogies will have us coming back for more !

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
2.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Beautiful course with amazing views but slightly let down by the condition of the greens, had a great day on the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice course

Nice course, well kept and friendly staff member who booked me in. Views around the course are stunning.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Excellent course with lots of beautiful challenging holes & stunning scenery thrown in.

Excellent value course with lots of challenges along the way & stunning scenery thrown in.

Worth it for the 10th alone

Hope to re visit soon

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Dufftown golf course

Very very hilly course some really fantastic holes especially the 10 th you definitely need to hire a buggy

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Fantastic course

Great course with a fantastic lay out but it's extremely hilly but we all really enjoyed it. The par 3 7th was just fantastic and the view from the 10th is unreal..the staff are so friendly and helpful and (lindzi) was a delight.. wouldn't hesitate to play again

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked

Dufftown Revisited

It's been 15 or so years sine I last played Dufftown, and boy hove the tree gotten bigger and the slopes gotten steaper..

It's a cracking wee course set on a picturesque hillside. Bring your hiking boots though as it is quite a climb to get to 8th Green / 9th Tee.

Course was in great nick, greens were very slow though.

We had a stunning day in really hot conditions with ver little breeze.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Challenging course and a challenging walk

We picked this course on a whim while on the Whisky Trail. We were a bit concerned to find the parking lot empty at midday, but we found someone in the back room who got us started and gave us some advice along with a warning about the walk ahead of us. There were a lot of uphill holes and a few over-hill holes with blind tee shots, and a couple of spectacular downhill holes. After the second hole, the views of the valley and hills alone justified the cost. Wonderful! We had a good challenge playing the course, but most everything was in good condition for an early season round. Some of the fairways had some cut-grass piles and rows, but nothing too concerning. We finished the round with a lot of appreciation for the variety of holes and for the good exercise we had from walking the course. A fun course at a very reasonable price.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Take the high Road.

Myself & a friend really enjoyed PLAYING this course. Parts of it were a bit soggy but that was to be expected after recent downpours & nothing a pair of waterproof shoes couldn't handle. Had the course almost to ourselves so pace was relaxed. Some fantastic views. My final point would be & this is not a negative against the course is that iI think you need to be at a relatively good level of fitness to enjoy this course especially if it was any busy. We'll be back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Stunning

Course was in a stunning location and in great condition.

Some tough walking but we'll worth the effort.

Will play again in th future.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

A Wee Gem

Wow....the views are spectacular. As good as Gleneagles but without the noise of the A9. A wee Gem of a golf course right next to the capital of Malt whisky. Come on tour operators get Dufftown on your intinery. Unfortunately we played after 17 mm of rain so it was very wet underfoot. The 10th Men's medal tee is awesome despite being a lady I hit off it. Lots of wildlife around on the course. We had millionaire golf as we were the only 4 golfers on the course for 11 holes. Staff came and opened the bar for us to have a drink after.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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