Chardonnay GC: 8th hole
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3.6
984 Reviews (984)
5 Stars
327
4 Stars
452
3 Stars
115
2 Stars
41
1 Stars
49
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.7
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.5
75.3%
Recommend this course
847 out of 984 reviews
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4.1
40 Reviews (40)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
92.5%
Recommend this course
37 out of 40 reviews
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3.6
82 Reviews (82)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.7
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.2
74.4%
Recommend this course
61 out of 82 reviews
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Course Highlights
Chardonnay Golf Club's course layout consistently earns high praise from golfers who enjoy its engaging and well-designed holes. Staff friendliness stands out as a reliable highlight, with team members known for attentive and accommodating service.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6948 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.9

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.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bluegrass
Greens Bluegrass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Algie Pulley (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $14 - $18
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed With prior approval
Single Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.6
984 Reviews (984)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 19
Patio Dining 19
19th Hole Scenic Views 13
Course Challenges Include:
Undulating Greens 48
Forced Carries 39
Bunkers 36
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 35
Advanced Golfers 29
Locals 28
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 38
Near Local Attractions 19
Convenient to the City 17

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Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great fairway &greens

Fun place to play. I would go back.Very nice golf cource nice staff nice all around

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice view of grapes, course needs work

The greens has been "micro punched", but worse they were super slow (7-8 stimp).
Bunkers well groomed.
Fairways were slow and spotty (some burnt areas, some wet and muddy).
The course lay out is a strength, keeps your attention.
I'd come back and play ONLY if the course conditioning improves.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course

Well maintained, nice view. Beautiful backdrop overlooking the vineyards.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Stay away!

The course is in bad shape. The fairways are in need of the most help. There were actually muddy tire marks on a couple of holes. I am from out of town and was primarily relying on online reviews like Yelp to decide whether or not to play this course. Most of them were very good reviews of this course, but I can't see how these are genuine reviews after having played this course myself. I won't be coming back here.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 42
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course with vineyards in full bloom. Finished round in 3.5 hrs playing bogey golf.

Staff was friendly & got us out quick. Only problem was following a golf tournament and a wedding on the course. The wedding party was on the 4th hole as we were about to tee off. Had to skip the hole.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

In great shape although the pin placements were on the "funky" side.

Chardonnay was in excellent shape. Fairways
nicely mowed, greens quick but well maintained
and without bald spots. The pin placements were
all on rises or slopes with made for lots of putts
slipping by on the downslope. All in all a good
course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love the 16th hole! So exhilarating to tee off from a high elevation, watch the ball soar down to the green. An easy par.

Chardonnay is a challenging and fun course. You never know what lies around the corner as you play your way around the course. Its many elevations offers an opportunity to practice your "Course Management" skills.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

One of the better courses in Napa area

Good driving range hitting off grass, thank you. Fairways maintained well. Greens in good condition, though a bit slower than used to playing. Good challenge, some fun holes, scenic. Definitely worth playing.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens are best in area

except for being cold it was a wonderful round of golf, I look forward to playing again...jb

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nvgolf

Awesome it's all good keep playing more xxxxxxxxxxx

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Best Course for the Green

The grass was impeccable and the tee boxes were flat. The course design is very fun and challenging, with room for birdies galore if you have the accuracy. The staff was not only the friendliest staff of any golf course, but maybe some of the friendliest people I have ever met.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Disappointing

Chardonnay used to be a very nice course. General upkeep was bad. Greens were decent. They only have 18 holes now. They used to have three 9-hole courses. I should have taken my guys to Eagle Vines next door.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

overall a good experience.

Facilities are in good condition, staff was friendly, carts in good condition. Golf Course in good shape with scenic views, bunkers could use more sand, cart paths could use some repair. play was good, not crowded. overall a pleasant experience.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 45
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

No Marshals after noon. Play was too slow

Stellar course. Great memorable holes, but it was painful to play in the 97 degree heat. If you play, pay the extra to get out early. You can not enjoy golf when it takes 5hrs and 45 minutes to get around the course.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great early morning round

I went out as a single and was the first one off on an unseasonably blustery and cold June morning. The lively weather made the course much more difficult (bogeys felt like pars, pars like birdies), but it also enhanced its natural beauty. I was able to finish my round at 9:02, in exactly 2 hrs 40 minutes.

I love this course. Challenging but not crazy-hard, interesting but not tricky. The greens are very challenging, and the par-3's are especially tough but fun.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Design through the Vineyards

Large Greens allow for a lot of diversity in how each hole plays with the daily hole placements.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course nice views

No marshall slow play killed the day, lot's of staff but no really helpful.

Suggest they manage the course better have players play from correct tees

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course and value

Construction on 10 and 11 aside, the course was certainly in reasonable shape. However, the cart paths are a real tragedy! They're broken in many spots, with holes in others. I hope course management has them on the list of things that need attention!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course, not likely to replay. I am from the east coast. Too many other courses to play.

The course was in good to very good condition, with the exception of #10 fairway that is under major maintenance. There are a couple of tee boxes where the view is spectacular. Fairways were in very good shape. The only thing that I really didn't like was the 3 par on the back nine where the tee box lined you up toward the left and the opening to the green was angled to the right which made the tee shot overly difficult for the first timer on the course. To further complicate matters, there is a "gimmicky" hump in the middle of the green. With the exception of that one hole, the course is highly recommended.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Quick round, but could have been faster.

I purposely booked an early tee time to ensure a quick round. I teed off at 6:30 as a single....moving along at a wonderful pace. Actually had to wait for the greenskeeper to reset cups on three holes (I guess that's the price you pay for being out so early). Everything is going great until I make the turn....a foursome (2 guys, 2 ladies) teeing off on ten!!! The single in front of me tells me they are only playing nine so the starter sent them off on ten. Finally, after following them for a few holes they begrudgingly let us play through. By the way....the guys were giving lessons to the ladies before most strokes. By then the damage was done....tempo out the door, double bogies on 10, 11 and 12. Every time I think Chardonnay has their act together they pull something like this and shoot themselves in the foot. And folks wonder why Eagle Vines (right next door) gets more play.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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