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3.7
1239 Reviews (1239)
5 Stars
224
4 Stars
559
3 Stars
258
2 Stars
118
1 Stars
80
Conditions
3.3
Value
4.0
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.4
82.2%
Recommend this course
1006 out of 1239 reviews
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3.7
66 Reviews (66)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
31
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.9
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.5
81.8%
Recommend this course
54 out of 66 reviews
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3.8
107 Reviews (107)
5 Stars
29
4 Stars
43
3 Stars
22
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
7
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.9
Layout
3.9
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.4
81.3%
Recommend this course
87 out of 107 reviews
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Course Highlights
Cottonwood GC consistently delivers strong value with well-maintained fairways, true-rolling greens, and an undulating layout that challenges shot control. The exceptionally friendly staff makes every round welcoming for both regulars and first-time visitors.

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Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6736 yards
Slope 137
Rating 78.8
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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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Reviews

3.7
1239 Reviews (1239)

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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Played On
Reviews 156
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good conditions

Greens have yet to be recovered after punching a month ago. - NEED WATER.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Course was alright.

What golf course runs out of range balls? It really messed up my game and through me off. The course was in decent shape, the fairways were one of the nicest around. Pace of play is slower than molasses. The Marshalls on this course think they work at Torrey Pines or a PGA tour course. Don’t forget your receipt or the Marshall will hunt you down and think you’re an escaped convict although you paid for your green fees already. I don’t plan on coming back unless this is the only golf course with a tee time available.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fabulous Course!!!

This course is just great!!! Pro shop is tiny. Good bar and great course maintenance. Will for sure be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great, friendly local course!

We have been coming here for about a couple decades and have seen the many changes over time. We still miss the Lakes Course as an option to play. And we really miss Tim who was our favorite friendly Greeter for so many years.

But, we do not miss all the leaves that used to be everywhere on the ground! The new owner/manager has been doing a great job on keeping the course beautiful and more enjoyable. The tons of leaves are regularly cleaned up so the balls don’t get lost so easily. It was so frustrating. But now, the fairways and tree lines look clean and inviting. And we don’t go crazy looking for our balls! We appreciate the overall upgrading and care of the course. And the great deals available online. Keep it going.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great option

Some fairways not grown in with grass. Greens recently sanded and aerated so putts were slow. Speed was acceptable. It was a little crowded. They provide a military discount so hurrah for that! Didn't take advantage of grill at the turn but recommended to call from #9 tee box to place an order. Long walk to #10 tee box from pro shop. Very pleasant inside and outside staff. Started keeps groups well spaced and fills in less than 4 players with singles. I would golf here again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 156
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Best conditions in a long while

Actual grass in the fairways! Greens punch still not recovered after 2 weeks.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Another good day

I enjoy Cottonwood Ivanhoe for value and practice. Ofter seems that some golfers are uncouth. Probably because of the inexpensive cost.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 137
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

cottonwood

Cottonwood is continuing to improve and will soon be a top golf course in east county.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Previously Played

Aerated. No warning

Lame that it was full price to play aerated. Should not have been as expensive as it was.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good for the money

This is the cheapest course I will play. There is grass everywhere, the greens, when not punched, are good. The trees will force you to think and will penalize you if you don’t hit it straight. Certainly worth the $23.00 I paid when walking.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Course conditions ok but awful off-course amenities

The course was ok overall considering the greens had just been punched. Play pace was good, most fairways wide are pretty open; unfortunately the man restroom was disgusting, and the driving range was also in very poor condition. We managed to have a good time despite the struggles with the punched greens. I would recommend this course if you get a discounted rate only, otherwise, there are many better options in San Diego County in this price range.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 3
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Unfortunate

They neglected to tell us the greens were punched; Not only that, access to the inside was not allowed;(due to remodeling).I.e., clubhouse, restroom facilities…..with that being said, I would like to cancel my reservation for next Thursday, April 7, due to extremely warm conditions and the above- mentioned.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 67
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Suits Me Fine

A variety of holes for distance and playability. Greens are fair and fast and true. Fun track

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great value at an aging facility

Outstanding value for very nice course. Driving range is a joke. Other practice areas are above average. Photo of island green on website is of a hole that doesn’t even exist any more. No drink cart. Buildings are ancient and show it. It’s obvious they put their money into maintaining the course and not the facilities.

If you want an inexpensive but enjoyable golf round, this is it. Just ignore the amenities and you will love this course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 9
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good condition

Course is in good shape.

Great deal for the green fee!

Fun layout

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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