Twin Hills Country Club

Twin Hills offers a sound test of golf that is played just off a quiet street–named “Bread & Milk”--on the west side of Coventry, a few miles past the end of I-395. My day was pleasant here, and the round reinforced all of the good experiences I had a few months back in mid-August. This is an aesthetically handsome layout with plenty of wood-lined fairways, but equally commonplace are scattered trees on one side of the fairway or both. Scattered water hazards come into play on several holes, yet they’re not of the Pete Dye or Robert Trent Jones variety where you’re constantly challenged to attempt shots that range from the daring to the heroic. But in a few cases they will give you pause, while forcing you to think strategically. If I had to pick two of the holes as best here, these would be the 585-yard third and the 540-yard fifteenth. The former is the tougher and more dangerous; the latter supplies challenge and both tee-to-green accuracy and a steady putting stroke.

Three Good Holes:

FIVE, par-5, 529 yards: The tightest hole on the front, the fifth runs through woodland on both sides, then doglegs left, toward a stream functioning as a cross-hazard, and finally culminates on a raised green flanked on the right by a gaping bunker. Although scenic and serene, the hole punishes almost any shot that is not aimed well or struck flush.

SIX, par-4, 360 yards: This is a drive-and-pitch affair, but the drive is the more demanding shot. The fairway is offset from the tee, meaning–in this case–that a draw is preferable to a fade. A big, wide-limbed tree guards the left side. The pitch into the green is not hard, yet the green’s back-to-front slope could lead to a 3-putt for those who aren’t careful.

NINE: An uphill par-4 listed at 367 yarangled to the fairway, such that the best angle of approach is from the left side. Miss right and yods on the card, this plays closer to 390. The bunkerless green is set upon a knoll, but it’s also u’ll have a tough pitch to the flag if the pin is in front, especially because the tilt is from back to front.

Pace / Conditioning:

Pace of play was excellent, though largely due to a quiet and cooler mid-fall afternoon. The course was in good shape overall, with the greens leading the positive aspects and a few of the fairways losing some luster since the summer, when they were outstanding. The bunkers, tees and greenside roughs ranged from average to good, and it is clear that a lot of re-conditioning is underway as the end of golf season fast approaches.

Some conclusions:

Even though the course wasn’t in the same shape as in the summer, it still impressed me as very playable and–more important–a lot of fun to play. The layout is not quite what I’d call rigorous, but it does offer some nice challenges, even if that amounts to just one tricky shot per hole. I also like this as good and fair test of driving, and it’s not over-designed to be overly fussy with too many narrow holes. Moderation seems to be the watchword at Twin Hills, and most golfers should find this a pleasantly challenging outing. The bridge in front of the third green adds a singular touch to the course that increases memorability. The mature and often striking trees lend an aspect of quiet beauty.

Amazing course for the value and amenities. Pace of play was rather slow due to the number of par 3s and slow/new players but the course conditions made up for it. Good value for the price as well. Bonus: amazing hot dogs at the turn and very friendly folks in the clubhouse. Would play weekly if I was a resident.

Just an awesome course to play. Great club house and rightly priced

Greens were in great shape, despite how much rain they have gotten. Breakfast sandwich from the grill and green speed were the two best parts of the course. A few nicely designed holes, a few shorter toss in holes but overall course was good.

No major complaints, will return again.

Don’t play here unless you plan on playing a 6 hour round. Very disorganized scheduling, just a big free for all and backed up with people starting on the back and the front all day long. The “driving range” is 200 yards long and only 2 people can use it at a time. The course has also gone down hill since the new owners bought it and prices have gone up. Unless you get a hot deal don’t bother coming here. There’s too many other nice worthy courses in CT to play. Also very strict on not bringing outside alcohol. They will kick you off with no refund.

Course was in great shape just lots of water with all the rain we had!

Played at 9:30 on a beautiful Sunday morning. 4hrs and 10 min from Tee off to putt out. Course was in excellent shape. First time playing so some of the dog legs were a challenge. Will definetely play here again. Great time.

Course is in great shape with some challenging holes. Course staff was friendly and courteous. Unfortunately, I asked for the senior rate plus cart which should have been $51.00 instead I was charged $61.00! Make sure you check receipt after you pay!

The course was beautiful. The grounds were perfect and it was a wonderful golf day.

Layout was challenging and fun... excellent condition throughout... Staff was very friendly and helpful

Well maintained great staff nice course good golf

The course is fun and very playable. The greens roll well and defend the course reasonably well. I have always managed to get paired with good companions. The staff is very friendly.

We Played Golf with A Few Nice Younger Golfers And Enjoyed Ourselves.