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4.6
1127 Reviews (1127)
5 Stars
576
4 Stars
454
3 Stars
74
2 Stars
14
1 Stars
9
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.5
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
97.4%
Recommend this course
1073 out of 1127 reviews
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4.9
16 Reviews (16)
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14
4 Stars
2
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Conditions
4.9
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
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16 out of 16 reviews
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4.7
38 Reviews (38)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
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Conditions
4.8
Value
4.6
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.9
97.4%
Recommend this course
37 out of 38 reviews
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Course Highlights
The Chimney delivers consistently impressive conditions with plush fairways, well-manicured rough, and excellent greens that keep golfers returning. Exceptionally welcoming staff and a thoughtfully designed layout away from surrounding development make every round memorable.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6500 yards
Slope 127
Rating 71.4

The Chimneys Golf Course features 18 holes of exceptional golf. Our signature feature is the abundance of native rock found on-site, intricately hand-laid throughout the course to accent our greens, fairways, and pedestal tees. With strict attention to detail and no homes in sight, the course plays as a par 72, just shy of 6500 yards over five sets of tees to accommodate golfers of all abilities. Combined with southern, hometown charm, The Chimneys is an experience unlike any public course in north Georgia.

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Course Details

Year Built 2002
Fairways Bermuda
Architect Phillip Ballard (2002)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy No
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks

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Reviews

4.6
1127 Reviews (1127)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Amazing Food 7
Drinks 6
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 56
Elevation Changes 54
Forced Carries 43
This course/club is great for:
Locals 60
Seniors 42
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 38
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 57
In the 'Burbs 31
Convenient to the City 19

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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Heavily sanded greens

I’ve been playing on this course for the last few weeks and was aware that the greens were recently aerated. The aeration was not affecting things much, so we decided to play again this past weekend. When we started playing, we noticed that the greens were heavily sanded and it made it impossible to putt. I was disappointed that we were not made aware of the sanding prior to playing. I’ll still come back to the course, but will be more careful when playing after the greens have been aerated.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 43
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Where’s the smoke

Nice course some great elevation . Great value had a very enjoyable day.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

A Hidden Gem

Played The Chimneys out in Winder yesterday and it was well worth the trip from the north metro area. Greens were in great shape after having been aerated only 3 weeks ago. Fairways are greening up really quick. Great mixture of challenging holes where club selection is key, while others you can attack a little easier for an under par score. Loved the rock formations lining the fairways and greens in some spots. I will be back very soon!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Awesome!!!

I've said this before and I'll say it again great course to play and very playable for all skill levels. Just a fun place to play!!!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

My favorite course to play in the area

I always enjoy Chimneys! The course has an excellent layout and is always kept in top condition. The staff is consistently friendly and accommodating!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

No notice!!!

Greens had big punch holes in them with no notice or discount, doesn’t seem right to me. Now I will be very hesitant to play here again.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice track

The greens and fairways were aerated but no notification was given when booking. This is my only complaint. Staff were nice and Helga is awesome! Great food! Course plays a little short so back up a tee box. Nice big greens, and great rock features. I want to go play again!

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A potential jewell

For a course that's tucked away between Atlanta and Athens I found it to be a great treat and value for the money. It's not a long course but will reward accurate tee shots and spot on approach shots. Considering the year of golf is young the greens are huge and roll true. Like most courses this time of year the fairways haven't grown their green cover but in a month or so this course will be awesome to play

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fantastic

This course has been one of my favorites from day one. Always friendly staff and the course is on of the most friendly/challenging for the money. One of the few "budget" courses that has fairway bunkers and challenging hole placements. I cannot say enough good things for this course. Only thing is last time I played they must have recently airated the fairways on multiple holes but didn't throw my experience one bit. Absolutly love this course. Will continue to play here.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great layout

First time here. Played as a foursome teeing off midday. For winter conditions the course was in excellent shape. The layout was excellent without a lot of heavy overgrown rough. Greens were in good shape for this time of year also. The staff was accommodating and friendly from check in to cart return. I was most impressed with the fact the City runs the course which is normally bad news. Not here though! I will come back again and I’m looking forward to summer play on this course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 32
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful layout, intermediate level but still plenty of challenges, good rates staff excellent. Keep pace of play reasonable and good shape for winter.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 128
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 57
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very good.

Live the course and the layout. Green are a lot better. Very slow last time I played there. This time much better.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 63
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Still the best...

Chimneys is still the best value around. The course has greatly improved over the last few years. Though it isn't terribly difficult, the conditions are always good. Additionally, there is a woman who sells food in the cafe that is wonderful ( I particularly love her meatloaf sandwich!). Look forward to the next round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Nice cloudy day

Course was in good shape for February. Greens were smooth and medium speed. Pace of play was generally moving well until we caught up to 5 some which slowed us down toward the end of the round. I suggest the golf shop advise them up front to let others play through if they are to allow more than a 4 some play...Otherwise an enjoyable course to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 128
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Little Course

Always in good condition, good layout with a mix of tough holes as well as some not near as tough.

A really good public course, I have played this course about 20 times over the last 3-4 years and will continue playing it in the future.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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