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Cherry Downs Golf and Country Club

4.2
785 Reviews (785)
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4.2
785 Reviews (785)
5 Stars
299
4 Stars
336
3 Stars
89
2 Stars
28
1 Stars
33
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.6
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88.2%
Recommend this course
668 out of 785 reviews
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4.3
19 Reviews (19)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.7
89.5%
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17 out of 19 reviews
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4.3
41 Reviews (41)
5 Stars
19
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.6
90.2%
Recommend this course
37 out of 41 reviews
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Course Highlights
Cherry Downs earns strong praise for its well-maintained fairways, greens, and a layout that keeps golfers coming back repeatedly. Friendly and helpful staff consistently enhance the experience for players at every skill level.

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Holes 18
Type Private
Par 71
Length 6550 yards
Slope 134
Rating 72.0
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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Blue 71 6550 yards 72.0 134
White/Blue 71 6256 yards 70.6 133
White 71 6003 yards 69.7 130
White (W) 72 6003 yards 75.2 140
Green (W) 72 5579 yards 72.9 137
Red (W) 72 5419 yards 71.6 127
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Scorecard for Cherry Downs Golf & Count
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Blue M: 72.3/136 W: 78.5/147 405 521 413 186 485 170 485 436 238 3339 430 173 352 187 515 178 527 440 409 3211 6550
White/Blue M: 70.6/133 W: 76.9/145 364 521 395 186 435 170 463 436 197 3167 430 160 352 158 515 148 527 390 409 3089 6256
White M: 69.8/127 W: 75.5/143 364 486 395 147 435 138 463 395 197 3020 415 160 341 158 487 148 499 390 385 2983 6003
Green M: 68.0/122 W: 72.7/139 356 439 395 147 403 119 426 354 167 2806 415 128 323 130 458 128 452 354 385 2773 5579
Red M: 67.1/119 W: 71.8/135 356 439 373 128 403 119 426 354 167 2765 404 128 307 130 458 128 452 354 293 2654 5419
Handicap 11 3 9 15 1 17 7 5 13 4 18 10 12 2 16 6 8 14
Par 4 5 4 3 5 3 5 4 3 36 4 3 4 3 5 3 5 4 4 35 71
Handicap (W) 9 3 7 15 1 17 5 11 13 4 18 12 8 2 16 10 6 14
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Course Details

Year Built 1962
Golf Season Mar 15 to Nov 1
Architect Howard & John Watson (1962)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $15 - $20
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
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Reviews

4.2
785 Reviews (785)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 7
Course Challenges Include:
Undulating Greens 15
Narrow Fairways 14
Bunkers 12
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 20
Locals 10
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 8
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 10
Convenient to the City 9
In the 'Burbs 8

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brrradley
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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wonged88
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best course in Pickering

Great conditions and very very challenging for all levels of golfers

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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u314160612225
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u369262088
Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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robmiller1224
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u314161621945
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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u314160213880
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Wet weather
Walked
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u314161595821
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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schlimr
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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dcryoung
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u314161412266
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Cherry Downs

Challenging course, very good layout and always in great condition

Friendly and courteous service

One of the better course choices for many years

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/21/2021

Thanks for the positive review. We are glad you enjoyed your round and we can continue to host you.

We look forward to your next round with us.

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Kouks
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course in good shape

Got in last round before Ford shutdown - cherry downs always delivers- will come back soon - course in good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Hi Kouks. Glad to hear we could host you before the closure - we look forward to the next time upon our re-opening.

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kevinlyman4
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Hi Kevinlyman4.

Thanks for the positive review. We do always recommend our play fast tee times at the beginning of every day for the fastest tee times of the day.

We hope to see you back again soon.

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ohhhg77
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 04/12/2021

Hi ohhhg77.

Thanks for your positive review. We hope to see you return for another round, soon.

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u590305880
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 04/12/2021

Thanks for your positive review and joining us at Cherry Downs.

We hope to see you back again soon.

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u000005037392
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best part of of the match was the pace!

Surprised with the quality of cherry downs....keep in mind it was first outing in April. Was much nicer in the thick of summer. No beverages to purchase on course. Proshop and starter were very friendly and welcoming. Thank you and I’ll be back.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 04/12/2021

Thanks for taking the time to review your round. We would welcome any further thoughts on how we can enhance your experience for your next outing.

We're glad to know the pace was excellent, and welcome you back soon!

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u240531682
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 04/12/2021

Thanks for your positive review. We are glad we could host your ground.

We look forward in seeing you back again soon.

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u314160292810
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/12/2021

Thanks for your 5 star review. We are glad you enjoyed your time, and look forward to your next round with us.

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u000005536703
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great April Golf

Tough course that challenges your game - particularly the greens.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 04/08/2021

Thanks for allowing us to host your round, and for your positive review.

Make sure you join us again later this spring to really experience our greens!

Hope to see you soon.

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kpgolffitnesspro
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 04/12/2021

Hi kgolffitnesspro.

Thanks for your 5 star review! We are glad you enjoyed your round at Cherry Downs.

We look forward to the next time we can host your group.

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