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4.4
586 Reviews (586)
5 Stars
305
4 Stars
225
3 Stars
36
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
10
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
93.6%
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548 out of 586 reviews
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4.6
10 Reviews (10)
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6
4 Stars
4
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
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4.5
58 Reviews (58)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
94.8%
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55 out of 58 reviews
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Course Highlights
Deerfield's dramatic elevation changes and Nicklaus-style layout consistently reward strategic shot-making across well-maintained fairways and greens. Friendly staff, solid course amenities, and strong value for money make this a compelling choice for golfers seeking a genuine challenge.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 70
Length 6323 yards
Slope 136
Rating 71.6

Deerfield Golf Club in Newark, Del., is a 145-acre public course, billed as a “natural treasure.” The 18-hole championship course gets the moniker thanks to its surroundings -- the ancient forest of White Clay Creek State Park. The 145-acre play, acquired by the state of Delaware in 2005, is a par-70, 6,323-yard golf course that features rolling terrain, smooth bent grass putting surfaces and scenic vistas. The mix of memorable, distinctive holes adds to the difficulty, as does the memorable, heavily wooded setting and dramatic elevation changes. Before or after your round at Deerfield Golf Club, enjoy the large putting green, full-service practice range, or lighted tennis and paddleball courts.

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Course Details

Year Built 1955
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Architect William F. Gordon (1955)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code No cargo pants, tank tops or denim.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Available Sports

Tennis

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Reviews

4.4
586 Reviews (586)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 22
Watching the Game 16
Patio Dining 14
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 36
Bunkers 23
Undulating Greens 23
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 24
Locals 16
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 14
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 21
In the 'Burbs 14
Convenient to the City 9

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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

For the money you won't find a nicer course in the area. I have played here a dozen or so times pace of play has always been excellent - staff is friendly - food is good - will be back lots in 2015. Wet course today with some temp greens but you expect that this time of year and for the price I couldn't say no.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Outstanding conditions & 19th hole

The course is in great shape and the greens roll fast and true.

Staff, bar, and grounds crew very friendly.

Great food and outstanding selection of beers and cocktails at the 19th hole.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The course is challenging

After hearing great reviews about this course, I got a chance to play on it and it didn't disappoint. Course is perfectly maintained, the meandering hills offers not only a challenge but and to a great scenery. Give this course a try, you won't be disapointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Walked

Nice Course

Beautiful course and friendly people. Couse is difficult with lots of down hill, up hill and side hill lies

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

excellent course

Very friendly public course. Courses in top condition. Will definitely go back for more

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Good Fall Round at Deerfield

Had a great round, the course conditions were outstanding.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

great greens

Played today for $20. Was a steal. Many, many leaves this time of year. Greens were lightning. Excellent value. Would play this track many more times.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Very Scenic course

The course was great except for the million leaves. This is a very good challenge for any golfer. The only problem we had was the very slow groups in front us which made us have to skip a couple of holes to get in front of them. We saw no ranger.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Deerfield

Course conditions rival private courses. Pro shop personnel friendly and outstanding. My favorite course in NCC!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Would play again

- Nice Course
- Challenging
- Greens could be nicer, showing lots of wear and tear
- Got hit up on due to us patronizing the cart vendor on the 9th hole

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 152
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Pennsylvania Advisor
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent and tough

Played on 9/14 after not playing here for 2 years.. Deerfield is a unique course that requires a vast variety of shots. There are no flat holes on the entire course and you must play here a few times to know the course so you can score decently on it.. Holes 4-6 are tight and extremely hilly and require precise shots.. The course was in good but not great condition today.. The greens were airated about 2 weeks ago and not rolling perfectly yet.... but are reasonably good. The tees are in good shape and the fairways are also in good shape with the exception of the landing area on hole 10 which is chewed up.. If you can drive it straight you'll have some real birdie opportunities here. If you drive it crooked, you'll be playing out of the tall trees all day.. If you like holes that require heroic shots then you'll find tons of them here at Deerfield... The elevated tee shot on the par 5 10th is dramatic and tough.. The par 3 . 8th hole is 225 yds straight uphill and requires a 3 wood for the biggest of hitters.. and most will use driver.. The 9th hole which is the number 1 handicap hole is a gem and requires 2 big shots to get home.. You will be treated at Deerfield like its a private club.. The amenities are 1st class and the grill in the clubhouse has fantastic food and drink.. We paid 35 on a weekend deal and it was a fantastic bargain... If you've never played here and want a tough challenge and beautiful facility in a nice setting .. go try Deerfield..

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day on the links

Only issue was the aerated greens. Slightly bumpy putting probably will cost me my PGA card. Just kidding had a great day.

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

first time experience

I REALLY LIKED THIS COURSE. NOT EASY but a very challenging course

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
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

Fun but challenging

The course is in great shape. The layout can be challenging because there are not many flat lies. I have come to love the challenge and my game has improved quite a bit.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Definitly worth it

Beautiful course with plenty of contour on the greens, fairways and in the rough. You need to be able to play with an uneven stance, and read breaks on the green. Choose your tee club carefully. Longer is not always better, as you might have a flatter stance with a shorter drive, and/or have a much smaller margin for error with the extra distance. On a nice Tuesday afternoon, we finished in under 4 hours.

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

Excellent course

The course is in beautiful shape and the staff is as friendly as ever

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 69
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

fun course to play.

I played here four or five times, this is a fun course to play,the course has a lot of tough holes it won't put you to sleep. Try it you'll like it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

Tee time was 2:20 PM. Course was very nice and in great condition. No coolers allowed on the course was only downside. Had to put water in plastic bag.

Would definitely play course again.

Fairways were narrow and greens were fast.

Nice round overall.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Worth Every Dime

This is a golf course that offers everything a golfer wants -- friendly staff, scenic, challenging but fair and great greens. That said, the pace of play can be brutal -- it just shouldn't take nearly 5 hours to play a round of golf. Either get a ranger out there, take the rough down or put pins in easier positions. Deerfield is recommended for anyone with a handicap of under 18. It will frustrate begineers. A GPS is recommended because of there are many blind shots. Also, bug spray is a good idea -- as the knats were brutal. All in all, I love the track and I will be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

good course and golf environment

Greens and fairway is in good confition. Course is short but challenging enough. I enjoyed playing and would do it again.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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