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4.5
601 Reviews (601)
5 Stars
316
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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11
1 Stars
10
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.4
92.4%
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560 out of 601 reviews
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4.6
25 Reviews (25)
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.8
88.0%
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4.5
45 Reviews (45)
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.5
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
91.1%
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41 out of 45 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

4.5
601 Reviews (601)

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
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This course used to be one of the best in the area.

This course requires much attention. The fairways, tee boxes, and greens were all polluted. There seems to be no course maintenance taking place at Deerfield anymore. It is a sad day and it looks like they are in fear of shutting down. Definitely not worth any competitive prices.

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

Challenging but great value for the $

Great course, they lost the fairway on #10 which is a par 5, had to move the tee box up to what would make the hole a par 3, but staff is great, course is challenging and a great value for the money.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 34
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

VERY hilly, and doglegged!

The course was challenging,because it was nothing but doglegs and hills. Never saw as many 8'ft flag poles as I did playing here. Course had some bad spots on fairways and greens.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

Horrible condition

This course has fallen a long way since being owned by DuPont. The greens and fairways were in horrible condition. The 10th fairway was dirt. This course looks like a hacker's course with the weeds growing in the fairways. Good luck getting a true roll on the greens. They were extremely slow and in need of serious work. I played this course when it was named Louviers and owned by DuPont. What a shame as the course layout with its sloping fairways and elevated green shots could really provide a great test for your shot shaping. It really could be a special course but it's obvious they put little money into the upkeep of the course. The amenities, while nice looking, are priced too high. They wanted $21 for a six pack of beers in the can. I politely declined. I will not be going back to this course nor do I recommend it to anyone. It's too tough for the regular hacker and in too much disrepair for a solid golfer to enjoy. Definitely not worth the money they charge.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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

great course

the greens were great and fast, fairways in good shape, and the course was all hills. loved it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course has been in better shape in the past

I've played this course many times and right now it is not in the best shape it's ever been in.

The tee boxes and fairways were pretty torn up. It is generally one of my favorite courses to play due to the hills and challenging holes. I'll definitely play it again, but they need to do some maintenance.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A hot Summer morning

The course was great. The staff were more than accomodating offering iced towels to cool down. The greens were fantastic, however Stay below the hole, the downhill putts are perilous. A private club feel for a public course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ok

This course is a great layout and a great challenge. Disappointing thing was the overall maintenance. Course was soaked for having as many hills as it does, and the greens were awful. It looked liked they hadn't been rolled for days. So if a nice staff and nice layout are top priority, go here. If smooth greens are a concern, do not go here.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

They should tell people when they punch the greens in July

Course and layout were great. They sould really tell people when they punch the greens the end of June Very unexpected and ruined the round.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great place

Great condition and nice fairway. Kindness at the front

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Demanding lay out with nice views

Challenging track laid out in the foothills of the Piedmont region. Most holes are tree lined and the rolling hills offer great views! A number of tee shots require a true test to stay on the fairway due to sloping from side to side. Approach shots are usually enjoyable

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 252
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played

Always a true test

Deerfield is always a tough place to play. I haven't been there in a couple of years because it a little pricey for me. But, the deal I got the day before I played was well worth it. In very good shape with fast greens and well maintained bunkers. All the hills and valleys makes it hard to get a flat lie, even in the fairway. This place will make anyone work.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Shape but a little pricey for the track

Greens had good speed. Fun to play. And challenging.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 65
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing

Short but challenging

A short, hilly course with well protected fast greens. The staff was friendly especially the starter, Art. It was a good golf experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

A pleasant surprise

The course presented blind shots on 5 of the holes where course knowledge would have been a definite advantage. I did like the layout and would certainly play the course again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Course was spotless. Greens need a little love

The course itself is challenging. It played beautifully. Some greens are maintained just fine but there are still quite a few that need some attention,
Also don't bother with a post round drink. Bartender was horrible. Sat at the bar right in front of him with only 7 other people around and didn't so much as get a hello for almost 10 minutes.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice layout

This is a great course, that has issues with the greens, currently. I play this course 2-3 times per year, and this last time noted that the greens were in need of attention. Very slow, and not in the best shape. The elevation changes and good greens are what makes this course special, but the slow pace of play (Sunday afternoon), combined with poor attention to greens and fairway maintenance were disappointing.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Course was in great shape for winter and the price was also great.

Course was in great shape for winter and the price was also great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Very challenging course

First time playing course. After a lot of rain for last couple of weeks, today was cart path only. Due to my age and heart condition, I was really beat by the end of the round. There is not a flat fairway anywhere on this course, so it was climbing up and down hill all day. I really like the course but wont play again unless I can drive my cart onto the course. Even at that the course was in fine shape for this time of the year. There are a lot of uphill blind shots, recommend having a GPS. You will not hit from many flat lies, be especially prepared for sidehill lies. Greens relative to rest of course were easier. I will be back but when the course dries out.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser

WEATHER WAS CHILLY

COURSE SOGGY FROM ALL THE RAIN AND WHEN WE CHECKED IN WE WERE TOLD THAT THERE WERE 8 TEMP GREENS BUT ACTUALLY THERE WERE 12 TEMP GREENS SO IT KIND OF TOOK ALL THE FUN OUT OF PLAYING THE COURSE .........BOOKED TEE TIME ON GOLF NOW SHOULD HAVE BEEN GIVEN OPTION TO EITHER GET MONEY BACK AND OR BOOK A ROUND FOR ANOTHER DAY WHEN ALL THE REGULAR GREENS WERE BEING USED .........CAN TELL YOU THAT BOTH MYSELF AND OTHER PLAYER WERENT HAPPY ABOUT THE ARRANGEMENT BUT OUR HANDS WERE TIED CAUSE WE ONLY PLAYED CAUSE THE GREEN FEE WAS NON- REFUNDABLE .................WOULD ONLY RECOMMEND IT IF COURSE IS IN FULL USE AND NOT TEMP GREENS OR CART PATH ONLY .........

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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