Chardonnay Golf Club
About
Sitting at the gateway to the renowned Napa Valley wine district, Chardonnay Golf Club meanders through acres of lush Chardonnay and Merlot vineyards dotted with sparkling lakes and wandering creeks. Native flora and fauna cover the golf course, which also provides a home for an abundance of wildlife including hawks, foxes, bobcats, and even the occasional golden eagle. Besides the spectacular setting, the layout provides one of the most challenging rounds in the area. The rolling landscape provides interesting elevation changes and there are plenty of mature trees coming into play. Several holes also feature water hazards and strategically placed bunkers. Chardonnay Golf Club's greens are lightning fast and the course plays long. One of the most memorable holes, both for the scenery and level of difficulty is the par-3 eighth. This hole is framed by stunning views of the Valley and it requires some clever shotmaking skills.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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| Sovereign | 72 | 6948 yards | 73.9 | 135 |
| Imperial | 72 | 6568 yards | 71.9 | 132 |
| Imperial (W) | 72 | 6568 yards | 77.3 | 140 |
| Combo | 72 | 6393 yards | 71.1 | 130 |
| Double Magnum | 72 | 6157 yards | 70.2 | 127 |
| Double Magnum (W) | 72 | 6157 yards | 75.3 | 136 |
| Magnum | 72 | 5846 yards | 68.7 | 124 |
| Magnum (W) | 72 | 5846 yards | 74.0 | 131 |
| Bottle (W) | 72 | 5219 yards | 69.9 | 124 |
| Bottle | 72 | 5219 yards | 65.3 | 115 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sovereign M: 73.9/135 | 399 | 439 | 184 | 552 | 159 | 463 | 582 | 198 | 561 | 3537 | 522 | 409 | 206 | 418 | 183 | 569 | 174 | 457 | 473 | 3411 | 6948 |
| Imperial M: 71.9/132 W: 77.3/140 | 385 | 422 | 175 | 517 | 149 | 439 | 567 | 170 | 527 | 3351 | 510 | 389 | 171 | 390 | 169 | 542 | 163 | 421 | 462 | 3217 | 6568 |
| Double Magnum M: 70.2/127 W: 75.3/136 | 347 | 406 | 161 | 489 | 138 | 415 | 529 | 151 | 483 | 3119 | 483 | 351 | 147 | 376 | 151 | 519 | 156 | 405 | 450 | 3038 | 6157 |
| Magnum M: 68.7/124 W: 74.0/131 | 336 | 390 | 136 | 449 | 123 | 397 | 518 | 138 | 457 | 2944 | 468 | 338 | 130 | 361 | 132 | 504 | 149 | 391 | 429 | 2902 | 5846 |
| Bottle M: 65.3/115 W: 69.9/124 | 318 | 310 | 121 | 433 | 112 | 357 | 454 | 125 | 422 | 2652 | 455 | 304 | 113 | 344 | 110 | 422 | 134 | 329 | 356 | 2567 | 5219 |
| Handicap | 11 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 9 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 12 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 7 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 10 |
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Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by nbobbs on 08/04/2025
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Photo submitted by tec642 on 02/10/2024
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Photo submitted by danng38 on 03/09/2023
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Photo submitted by Johnho85 on 01/30/2023
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Photo submitted by tec642 on 10/16/2022
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Photo submitted by bejuma on 07/05/2022
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Photo submitted by u314161631198 on 12/12/2021
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Photo submitted by u314161631198 on 12/12/2021
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Photo submitted by Todo4u on 06/19/2021
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Photo submitted by u7326787 on 03/05/2021
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Photo submitted by u7326787 on 02/25/2021
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6th hole over a creek, look for the flag, being on the correct part of the green is a must on this hole Photo submitted by Titaniumhen on 12/21/2020
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Elevated tee, what a view. If you turn around and use a spotting scope, you can see the top of one tower of the Golden Gate bridge Photo submitted by Titaniumhen on 12/21/2020
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Looking southeast Photo submitted by Titaniumhen on 12/21/2020
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Thankful to be playing! Photo submitted by 58alansiding on 04/29/2020
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Photo submitted by MJDCA on 06/22/2019
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Photo submitted by MJDCA on 06/22/2019
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Photo submitted by dpgolf2005 on 07/02/2016
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Photo submitted by dpgolf2005 on 07/02/2016
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Photo submitted by cmerce1986 on 06/04/2015
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Photo submitted by cmerce1986 on 06/04/2015
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Photo submitted by cmerce1986 on 06/04/2015
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Photo submitted by cmerce1986 on 06/04/2015
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Photo submitted by cmerce1986 on 06/04/2015
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Photo submitted by James7228567 on 01/05/2015
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Photo submitted by James7228567 on 01/05/2015
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par 3 carry over a vineyard Photo submitted by mikesdad on 07/28/2014
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Hole 7 as seen on 8th tee box Photo submitted by dasilvp on 06/02/2014
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9th hole Photo submitted by dasilvp on 06/02/2014
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14th hole Photo submitted by dasilvp on 06/02/2014
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Long putt on their big greens Photo submitted by dasilvp on 06/02/2014
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Front gate Photo submitted by flipjoe26 on 02/22/2014
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Photo submitted by Nirav9437634 on 07/12/2013
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Hole No. 5 - "Nouveau" (Par 3) Photo submitted by RippedBacchus on 07/12/2013
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Photo submitted by jjmcgough on 06/24/2013
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The Boy & I Photo submitted by mrhime on 11/28/2012
Chardonnay Today and Tomorrow
Always like being out here. What it is today and what is was yesterday still inspires. Clean air, clean feel, this is a must play. The par 3 are all playable yet risky. Par 5 are birdie chances, par four have the most unique greens where course knowledge matters.
One of the best
Nothin but love for this course . Everything about the course to the staff is all great. Would recommend everyone to play here , it’ll be worth it.
Very playable track
I got a decent price for this round of golf. The staff was super friendly and helpful. There is an nice range to warm up. In addition the views are very nice. The layout is fun and very playable. Course was well kept. Highly recommend playing this course
Excruciating slow pace of play
This course often has tournaments, so your Pace of play will always be slow. I play this course on a regular basis because I like it, but I have never played this course in under 4.5 hours; 5 hours is rather typical. For example took me almost 6 hours to finish 18 today.
Thank you so much for playing Chardonnay Golf Club. We are very sorry to hear that the pace of play was slow while you were here.
Good Option in Napa Region
With the prevalence of wine growing, golf is not big in this area. This course interestingly combines both, a real-life vineyard woven into the fabric of the design.
Some interesting holes, especially the Par 3’s & Par 5’s. Good finish on 17 & 18. Course is much more about precision than accuracy.
Coming from Wisconsin and playing at a high-end facility, one would expect a better condition of rental set provided. I get that it’s the end of the season, but can you change out the grips? Many were slick & work. Not every shaft flex was matched (PW was different from set, 5-iron was different model head). Pretty disappointing on that front, especially for what they charged.
Otherwise a solid, experience with a good design in a beautiful setting. Would definitely recommend golfers check out this track if you’re in the Napa Region.
Thank you so much for the 4-star review of Chardonnay Golf Club! Glad to hear you enjoy everything Chardonnay has to offer. Please come back and visit us soon.
Almost Ace the hole on #8!
I had a great time out today, playing with three other golfers and almost made an Ace on hole #8. Playing from the green tee box Double Magnum 151 yard, pin placement #2, using 8 iron, hit it flush and hit the right side of the cup, ricocheted the flag stick and roll pass the pin to five or six footer and drained the birdie!
Thank you so much for the 4-star review of Chardonnay Golf Club! SO CLOSE! Maybe you will get one your next time out. Good luck!
Different
Maintenance working on greens not shutting off equipment, no cart person, not worth the money at all!!!
Props to the staff
This is a upscale course, but the day was made by the friendliness of your employees..5 stars
Good course - Slow Play
Course presents challenges and makes you think about shot selection. Friendly staff at pro shop and restaurant. Only drawback was slow play on the back nine. Group ahead of us fell 2 holes behind. A call to the pro shop helped to find the course marshall to pick up the pace.
Must Play in Northern California
Chardonnay Club is one of the nicer courses in the Bay Area.
Scenic course
Golf was so enjoyable even with the cold weather this morning. Every hole had its own layout. Playing golf between vineyards was such an awesome site & feeling.
Beautiful course with picturesque views.
If you want to experience golf in wine country then you need to play this course. Nestled among the vineyards you'll experience many Kodak moments. Staff was friendly and courteous. Course was well maintained and pace of play was decent at 4 hours. I will play here again!!
AWESOME COURSE, BEAUTIFUL VIEWS
Loved every part of my round today. The course is beautiful and well taken care off. It was a beautiful day and there were no complaints. Will definitely go there again and maybe become a member so I can play this course anytime I fell like.
Napa Golf
Played Chardonnay on a Sunday afternoon,
It was not a busy day for them at all and they let us go out a little earlier than our T-Time (2:45). conditions were very good, weather was perfect with a light breeze. Course design has some average size fairways and large greens. No complaints from me.. I will be back for sure!
son 3.o dad 5.6 review chardonnay
cons: slow greens, need more sand in the bunkers, concession cart needs to be out till 4pm on sundays, course needs a little more water.
pros: Keith Yatabe staff great host and service, light/no back up play, challenging,
Pet friendly
Have played this course several times over the years. It’s always in pretty good condition and the pace of play is good. Today we brought our dog which the course allows. We had the second tee time of the morning as a twosome and finished in a little less than 3 hours.
Beautiful setting and spectacular greens
The greens are a gem in this course and of course the setting inside the vineyard, some holes play very long due to the wind.
Good Value
The course is well maintained and greens are in super condition. Lot's of crossing winds which makes it difficult. Today they had a tractor picking up the plugs from aeration. Couldn't play the hole.
Sand traps need better sand. Too hard and wet!!!
Unique layout 6 fives 6 threes and 6 fours, lots of fun beautiful scenery
Thank you for the 4-star review of Chardonnay Golf Club. Glad to hear the staff was friendly and you enjoyed the course. Hope to see you back again soon.