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4.2
432 Reviews (432)
5 Stars
257
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
7
1 Stars
6
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.0
82.3%
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400 out of 432 reviews
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4.1
11 Reviews (11)
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Conditions
4.0
Value
3.9
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.3
72.7%
Recommend this course
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4.2
13 Reviews (13)
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Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.3
76.9%
Recommend this course
10 out of 13 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout earns top marks for dramatic tee shots over valleys and a thrilling woodland setting that rewards every visit. Friendly staff and well-maintained tees and greens consistently deliver a smooth, enjoyable round.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6889 yards
Slope 150
Rating 74.1

Colonial Heritage Golf Club offers the only Arthur Hills-designed layout in Williamsburg, and it is also the city's only gated golf community. Golfers looking for a place where they can just 'grip it and rip it' will be out of luck on this course, which requires skill and strategy. It is a thought-provoking design where golfers will want to weigh all of the risk and reward options first. The layout plays through deep ravines that provide interesting changes in elevation. The golf course also features undulating fairways and large, fast greens that are bordered by strategically placed bunkers as well as water hazards that come into play on several holes. Colonial Heritage G.C. definitely provides a good challenge, even for a seasoned player, but beginners shouldn't feel too intimidated. The golf course offers some room for error and the risk-reward opportunities appeal to low and high handicappers alike.

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Course Details

Year Built 2006
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arthur Hills (2006) Drew Rogers (2006) Steve Forrest & Associates (2006)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "The Golf Academy at Colonial Heritage Golf Club"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Denim is not allowed, shirts must have a collar.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.2
432 Reviews (432)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 15
Patio Dining 12
19th Hole Scenic Views 8
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 54
Forced Carries 52
Undulating Greens 51
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 53
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 30
A Weekend Splurge 29
This Course's Location is:
Near Local Attractions 36
Worth the Drive 33
Convenient to the City 32

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Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Excellent mountain course

Great combination of long and short holes. Beautiful course challenges entire bag. Greens were fast and subtle. Visually striking track with wild turkeys running down the fairways.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A scenic course with a challenge variety.

Undulating greens and fairway elevations differences throughout this picturesque course make it both challenging and enjoyable. The front nine and back nine have distinctly different personalities that provide a variety seldom seen on one course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course

Tough course. Really challenging for all handicaps. I really enjoyed it! Such a beautiful venue...well manicured. A must play course. I played Golden Horseshoe green course and I'll tell you, this course is on par w/ any course in the Williamsburg area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Time

Boy am I glad we played here on the way home! This is a must play if you're in Williamsburg. We got stuck in traffic and were 25 minutes late…not an issue. Staff was super friendly. Greens were surprisingly hard to read.My golf buddy and I will be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

More than I expected

First time playing this course so I was a little sceptical with the extremely low rates, when I arrived at the course my mind was blown! I can't believe I played a championship golf course for $30. I'm looking forward to future rounds!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Overall open wide fairways!

Not much woods, little to no water, but hello bunkers! Nice course... Really enjoyed it and the facilities.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great day of golf

The reason I played this course is because I could not get a tee time somewhere else. I did a search of courses in the area and found some great reviews on this course. My expectations were fully met. The staff is very friends, the course is in great condition and the pace of play was wonderful. 18 holes in just under 3 1/2 hours.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course, Great Day, Great Company

The course was challenging enough. There are many ravines to play over with plenty of elevation changes. I played to my handicap of 31.

Rental clubs are of good quality. Friendly staff. I did not use the snack bar so I cannot comment on the food and beverage quality.

I was visiting Williamsburg with my wife who doesn't golf and linked up with a local fellow who caught up with me at the 1st tee box. Thanks Wayne for your hospitality

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Perfect condition

Every time I go, the course is in great condition. Nicest public course I have played in the area. Overall a challenging, but playable, well maintained course. Great value.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Shotmaker's Course

The choice of tees is crucial to success on this course. First-timers should play forward. Dog legs and blind tee shots result in some challenging recoveries to well trapped, undulating greens. Fortunately, the course has an outstanding practice facility. Work on your sand play and chip shots from the rough is highly recommended. So, arrive early, practice, and bring a positive attitude. I definitely will return and give this course a second look.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

An absolutely hidden treasure

Although I had never heard about this course, with the other Williamsburg area courses touted seemingly all the time, I found this course to be a hidden treasure that must be experienced! My brother-in-law and I were teamed up with a single who had played the course previously and proved to be a great ambassador to guide us on our journey of wonderment. Elevation changes, carry shots and scenic nature sites, (a stand of deer), abounded as we traversed the course with the back nine proving the more difficult of the two nines. The weather is marked as good only because it was 90+ degrees, a little on the hot side for two retired duffers! Enjoy...

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great layout

Great course for the value. I'm playing again tomorrow as a single. Always meet a nice bunch of guys.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great golf course in Williams burg

Me and my son played this course. We had to deal with late rain showers but the course held up and the weather let us finish 18 holes. Staff was outstanding getting us out earlier than designated tee time. Highly recommended this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Used cart

Not my favorite.

Too many elevation changes and clown designed holes. Arthur Hills indeed. Lots of blind shots w few yardage markers and deep rough. Didn't help that we were just behind a shotgun scramble tourney. 5 hour round.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course, fairways need work

The course from the pro-shop to the practice facilities to the links is top notch. The fairways were in horrible shape. I was hoping to be in the rough off the tee, as the rough was in great shape. They definitely had some kind of issue with their fairways. I am not sure if it was due to the time of year, or other uncontrollable factors. But, when they get the fairways up to par, thsi is one of the best courses in the Williamsburg area, hands down.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

You need all your clubs

It is not a course you have to hit it off the tee as far as you can.

It is a fair placement course and if you are playing it for the first time you will need a member to play with or a skycaddy that shows landing areas.

Very challenging

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

difficulty of the course

watch out for ditches or trenches when you hit your ball off the fairway or rough because the climb will get you. Just let your ball go as a unplayable and move on and enjoy your round.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good Layout, REALLY slow play!!

We teed off at 8:50 and didn't finish until 2:10! It would've been nice to have been notified that the greens were recently aerated, or simply charge something less than full-rate.

I really liked the layout, although some of the holes are a little tricked up, IMO.

Nice track, but the pace of play makes it less than desirable for a return trip.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Beautiful day on a beautiful course

This was my first time playing this course. I've played other course in the area and I think this one has made it to the top 5 to date. Got a great price on GOLFNOW and couldn't pass up the opportunity. I would have rated the course higher but for the aeration of the greens. Upon arrival the facilities were clean and the staff members were pleasant and eager to help. We started on time and finished in four hours which was a good pace on this course. The first three holes are good warm ups for what's to come. Holes 4 and 5 will make you lose your mind; what a layout! Many tee shots over gorges and blind second lay-up shots to the greens. The greens were aerated and sanded, that's maybe why the price was as good as it was. The practice facility was well maintained and the practice greens were identical to the ones on the course. All-in-all I had a blast playing this course and will have my eyes on GOLFNOW for another opportunity to play it again, hoping to get another crack when the fare ways green up. Recently I've been playing a lot of courses in the VA Beach area because of good bargains, but if I can continue to see opportunities like this one on the peninsula the drive to courses on the south side, through the tunnel will be a road less travelled.
Thanks again GOLFOW and Colonial Heritage I hope to see you again soon.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Good course they were airing and told us before we got tee times . It is a difficult course with long carries if you play back two tee boxes.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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