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3.6
1197 Reviews (1197)
5 Stars
214
4 Stars
536
3 Stars
251
2 Stars
118
1 Stars
78
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.9
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.4
80.0%
Recommend this course
967 out of 1197 reviews
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3.3
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
5
Conditions
3.0
Value
3.6
Layout
3.7
Pace
3.4
Amenities
3.2
StaffFriendliness
4.2
64.3%
Recommend this course
18 out of 28 reviews
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3.7
108 Reviews (108)
5 Stars
29
4 Stars
41
3 Stars
22
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
7
Conditions
3.4
Value
4.0
Layout
3.9
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.4
79.6%
Recommend this course
86 out of 108 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6736 yards
Slope 137
Rating 78.8
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Cottonwood Golf Club - Ivanhoe
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Course Details

Year Built 1953
Golf Season Year Round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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3.6
1197 Reviews (1197)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Watching the Game 6
Course Challenges Include:
Undulating Greens 6
This course/club is great for:
Locals 25
Walkers 16
Beginners 12
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 12
Convenient to the City 7
Worth the Drive 7

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Reviews 23
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Always a good time

I enjoy playing at Cottonwood. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The drink specials are always good and very reasonably priced. The course is in really good shape and the layout is challenging for my skill level. Pace of play is typically a 4 to 4 and half hour round. Usually very little waiting. All in all a great place to play golf and always a good time. Food menu and prices are also very good, and the quality is great.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 08/08/2025

We're thrilled to hear you had such a great experience at Cottonwood! Our team works hard to ensure everything from the course to the food is top-notch. Thanks for sharing your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more rounds!

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Layout Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/15/2025

Thanks for the 4-star rating, Joe! We appreciate your support and are glad you enjoyed your experience. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 160
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Good guys

The staff is a great group people. We really enjoyed our time and the course was in good shape. Great value at a local course.

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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 08/08/2025

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time with us and found the course in great shape. Our team works hard to ensure a memorable experience, and we appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back for another round!

Played On
Reviews 3
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 62
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Fun Course. Slow Play…

Had a good time at Cottonwood GC. Course was in good shape and the greens were nice. However, without a Marshall on course, the pace of play was terrible. 18 holes in 5:15. Fun course, just wish they’d monitor pace of play.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
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Commented on 08/08/2025

Thank you for your feedback, Dale Duvall! We're glad you enjoyed the course and the greens. We appreciate your input on the pace of play and are actively working on improving the experience for all our guests. Hope to see you back on the course soon!

Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Another pleasant round at Ivanhoe........

on a weekday afernoon Conditions were good for the summertime.....keep it in play to stay on some grass, a little yellowing in places but it's not dirt....can get rustic in the rough.....the greens looked shaved and were faster than normal i thought.......had a nice 4 some for the round......the fee was reasonable as well....all made for a fine day at the course.......

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 08/08/2025

Thanks for your feedback, golfbuddy13! We're glad you enjoyed your round and found the conditions favorable. We appreciate your insights on the greens and the overall experience. Hope to see you back for another great day on the course soon!

Played On
Reviews 128
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

cottonwood

Getting better all the time. Best french fries in town.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 08/08/2025

Thanks for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the fries and noticing improvements. We’re committed to enhancing your experience and appreciate your support as we continue to grow.

Played On
Reviews 93
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Horrible course condition

Layout is fun but the course conditions were horrendous. Any patch of green grass to hit off is few and far between, including the fairways. Just be prepared for what you pay for, lots of hitting off dirt and dead grass.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 08/08/2025

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the layout, but we're sorry to hear about the course conditions. We are actively working on improvements and hope you'll see a positive change during your next visit. Your input is invaluable to us!

Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Staff!

The people I usually see that work at this course are the best of any course I play in San Diego. Kevin and Jacob in the pro shop, Ron and Virgil the starters. And there are others that just always make this course a pleasure to play at. I've been playing this course since 1971 and I still love it.

Thanks to all the staff that make it an enjoyable experience!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/19/2025

We’re thrilled to hear you’ve enjoyed your time with us! Our staff takes pride in creating a great atmosphere, and it’s wonderful to know all of these employees have made such a positive impact on your experience. Thanks for your continued support!

Played On
Reviews 93
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Bumpy

Riding in the cart was bumpy all throughout the course. My back was feeling it by the time of the 18th. Greens were slowww. Course was ok, but not well kept. Driving range kinda sucked.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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Commented on 07/19/2025

Thanks for sharing your feedback, Mikley. We’re sorry to hear about your experience with the course conditions. We’re continually working to improve and appreciate your insights. Your comments will help us enhance the overall experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back for a better round!

Played On
Reviews 62
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course for the price

Course is really solid for the price, greens could be quicker. Greens are slow but smooth

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/11/2025

Thanks for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the course and appreciate your insights on the greens. We're always looking to improve and will take your comments into consideration. Hope to see you back on the course soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/05/2025

We appreciate your rating and value every opinion. Your experience matters to us, and we're always looking to improve. We hope to provide a better experience next time you visit!

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