Lionhead Golf and Country Club - Masters

We had a 2:12 tee time that was pushed back 10-15 minutes, at least that's what we were told. 2:40 was when we could finally tee it up. By the time we reached the 3rd hole, we were backed up Two groups. From there on we had to wait a good 10 minutes per hole before we could play. Where's the marshals . With the sun setting at 7, this time of year, a 2:12 tee time should be enough time for a full round. We paid full price and only played 12 holes. Slowest round ever.

1 hour delay due to frost. Would have been nice to know before booking the same morning. Although this likely contributed to the slow pace (over 5 hours), it seemed like the course was over-booked and I've had the same issue in prior rounds...ie extremely slow pace of play. Staff was pleasant and new reno's look good. But, there are no rangers on the course and pace of play seems to be a low priority. Shame on me for booking here as I knew this from prior history, but thought it may have improved. Clearly not.

First of all, played the Masters course from the blues. Very nice challenging course, in great condition. The layout is aimed at decent to good golfers.

We had a 9:16 tee time and got out at 10 am due to a frost delay. Unfortunately there were a couple of groups of hackers in front of us. Despite then Marshall passing us every 20 minutes the pace of play was unbearable. At one point he told us there were 3 open holes ahead of these groups, but he did nothing about it. We finally abandoned our round after 10 holes and 4 1/2 hours!

Went to the pro shop and told them and they gave us 9 hole credits. Said that if we had complained before finishing 9 he would have given us 18. Guy was full of attitude. That's fine, gave my credit to my partner. Great course that caters to hackers and is ok with 8+ hour rounds, so I won't be back.

Really enjoyed the round being my first time at the Masters course was in great condition

This was my first time playing this course. Overall layout is very nice with very challenging holes and deceiving distances. A lot of the holes seem to be level, but will be just slightly uphill, bringing many hazards into play.

Good News: This is a course that you will have no problem increasing your GIRs.

Bad News: The greens are so massive that you'll still need a driver to get close to the hole once you're on them.

I shot poorly during the round and my slice took over, but had I played semi-decent, I would have shot my handicap.

First time I have played the Masters Course at Lionhead usually end up on the Legends Course. We played an afternoon tee time at 3:40. If you are looking for a bargain to play this course make sure it is during the week. You can find it for $65-$75 cart included in the afternoon during the week. It is definitely worth the money that you pay.

We played from the blues which is an estimated 6,300 yards. Everything from the tee boxes, fairways, greens and sand traps were well maintained. Unfortunately on this afternoon we had a fairly slow group in front of us but were just in time to finish 18. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone who consider's themselves a decent golfer. It is a fairly challenging course that includes some fairly long holes, narrow fairways and even an island green. Following our round we went to the restaurant Iggy's attached to the course. I would recommend to anyone playing at Lionhead if you have the chance make sure you try the restaurant. Had the wings to start and a burger as my main course and both were delicious! Make sure if you are ever looking for a round of golf and you see Lionhead for under $80 you book it right away!

If your wanting the experience of a good quality Kaneff courses. Lionhead is a definite choice. Conditions, were exceptional. Would have been nice if someone monitored the pace of play, in particular.....twighlight. We skipped a hole, to get ahead of some slow players, only to be held with another group two holes ahead just as bad.

Pleasantly surprised at the pace of play at the Masters course at Lionhead,, no real delays especially on a long weekend. Great experience from start to finish ending with lunch at Iggy's. Course conditions were excellent with greens running quick and true. Nice variety of holes with hazards in the right places making you think about most shots. Never ending problem with unrepaired ball marks on greens, no fault of the maintenance staff. My round included 3 birdies so I went home happy!

Everything was top notch, great course.

A well kept course and facilities. Staff is very courteous and friendly and do everything to get you out on time. The course is challenging but fair, not for the beginner golfer.

Greens in great shape. Get the Kaneff Card and collect points too.

Great course and layout. Saved a ton booking through golf now!

Lionhead Masters was in great shape the day that we played. It was quite hot so the course was not that busy. Plus we got the Hot Deal which made it quite a good deal. Very happy, will definitely play again.

This is a hard course and I wouldn't be able to play it, if I was walking. I played of the white tees and found it challenging. You have to be accurate with your driver and some of the approach shots are even challenging from the fairway. For a better golfer who plays from the Champion Tees, this course plays very long. The course has a very open layout on the Back 9 and the wind can really play a big part especially on the Par 5 - 16th Hole and the Par 3 17th Hole.

I was pleasantly surprised with the course. I tend to find myself disappointed more often than now Ruth Kaneff courses, but with this one being their "crown jewel" I can understand that they keep it in fairly decent shape.

Thanks.

We teed off at 1:30 in the afternoon on a beautiful day. We weren't expecting a fast round, as it was the first nice day of the year and the course was full. However, even with that, the pace of play was ridiculous. And there was not a marshal to be seen. When the two groups in front of us paired up and started playing as a 5-some, we'd had enough and packed it in. (That was on 15 on we were already 4.5 hours into the round.) Stopped by the clubhouse to complain. The guy at the desk could not have cared less: "Oh, sorry about that.", and a shrug of the shoulders. And the course looked like it hadn't been maintained since last fall: bunkers a mess, tee boxes completely chopped up, etc, etc. Last time we'll play there.

The course still the same but the experience has totally changed.

With All the housing around the course and no tree barrier between the course and houses, Lionhead is no longer what it used to be.

It lost this sense of being this golf enclave that takes you into nature and still close enough.

When we checked in I specifically asked if there were Marshalls on the Course ? The answer was yes there are, since Me and my Buddy's have golfed there at least 8 a year since it open and have stuck through thick and thin with Lionhead over the years.. Well now it very obvious they are just trying to make money anyway possible. So We politely waited on the back nine for a five some , 3 carts on the same hole with balloons tied to the cart. After a 3 1/2 front nine we went around the five some to the next only to meet up with 2 guys to finish their spliff, then decide to go find their balls on a par 3 . So we packed it in a went to the club house to see pro. He's gone and the kid behind the counter told there were Marshalls on the course and did nothing for us . So that will be the last time we golf Lionhead.

With warmer temp, (12deg), wind was calm, clear sunny sky, I cannot ask better condition for this season!

It was bit pity there was very slow group in front of us which made 3 groups line-up at same teeground sometimes.

It tooks 4hours and 50 minutes to complete.

It doesn't happen usually at this course... where was the course marshal?

And, green speed was very slow for this course, but this is understandable because of the season.

Overall, I was very happy to play in this time of the year.

Considering it was December, the conditions were better than I would have imagined. Very much enjoyed my first time playing golf in December.