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Minnechaug Golf Course
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
176
4 Stars
227
3 Stars
65
2 Stars
29
1 Stars
14
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.6
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.8
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.9
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.9
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.5
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.4
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Course Highlights
This short course delivers outstanding value with a well-designed layout featuring memorable water holes and fairways and greens in tremendous condition. Welcoming staff and smooth pace of play make it a consistently enjoyable experience for all skill levels.
About
Holes 9
Type Public
Par 35
Length 2668 yards
Slope 112
Rating 33.7
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Minnechaug Golf Course
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 35 | 2668 yards | 33.7 | 112 |
| White | 35 | 2527 yards | 33.3 | 110 |
| Red (W) | 35 | 2208 yards | 31.4 | 102 |
Scorecard for Minnechaug
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 64.0/108 W: 68.6/120 | 329 | 139 | 456 | 345 | 452 | 169 | 280 | 118 | 157 | 2445 | 4890 |
| White M: 63.0/105 W: 67.0/116 | 316 | 128 | 442 | 330 | 431 | 154 | 256 | 108 | 135 | 2300 | 4600 |
| Red M: 61.4/102 W: 64.2/106 | 298 | 122 | 401 | 310 | 395 | 133 | 214 | 80 | 115 | 2068 | 4136 |
| Yellow M: 59.4/101 W: 61.6/98 | 275 | 107 | 349 | 293 | 344 | 127 | 214 | 61 | 72 | 1842 | 3684 |
| Orange M: 50.6/73 W: 53.2/71 | 121 | 105 | 53 | 55 | 76 | 57 | 214 | 61 | 72 | 814 | 1628 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 5 | ||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 34 | 68 |
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Course Details
Year Built 1959
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes - $10
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range No
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover Accepted
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Food & Beverage
SnacksAvailable Facilities
ClubhouseAccolades
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Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Connecticut (2022 #12)
Reviews
4.2
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by u314164731041 on 06/05/2025
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Hole 2 Photo submitted by u2472156 on 09/06/2023
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The third green on this short par-5. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/26/2023
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In late afternoon shadow, the seventh green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/26/2023
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Eight, the island green, has a suburban backdrop. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/26/2023
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The par-3 ninth green. The tee shot must cross a sizeable pond to find this putting surface. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 06/26/2023
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Photo submitted by Craig7989199 on 05/11/2023
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Photo submitted by u000008191440 on 10/20/2022
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After a long drive, my playing partner pitches safely onto the first green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/09/2022
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First hole, again: As seen from its left flank. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/09/2022
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The tee shot at the 181-yard, par-3 sixth often flirts with the marshy stream to the right of the green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/09/2022
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The Island Green (at eight) presents a classic feel at any time of year. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/09/2022
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The opening drive at one. Avoid the road on the left; the screen on the right will ‘save’ low tee shots from OOB. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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The first green. It will test your pitching game should you miss left. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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Hole two is the number one index. More than hinting at that is its small landing zone. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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We saw this skittish deer starting to cross fairway three. For some reason, it chose not to--and turned around. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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At five, a par-five, you’ll need two excellent shots to come even close to this green, pitched back to front. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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Eighth: The island green as seen from its right flank. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 07/11/2021
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Eight: A trio of geese in the foreground; a trio of golfers at the green, background. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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The first. Architect Geoffrey Cornish designed this stunning, roadside par-4 to get the game underway. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Second Hole: This narrow putting surface is a tight target, even with wedge in hand. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Fifth: par-5, 483. The tranquil Glastonbury woodland is part of # five’s backdrop. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Seven: One of the members of my foursome, Mike (aged 16), rehearses his backswing before teeing off. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Seven. Short but tricky hole that demands two solid shots to hit this bi-level green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/16/2021
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Photo submitted by Philip6456320 on 04/11/2021
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The first: a threesome putts out amid fall foliage. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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Second: If there can be two signature holes among nine, they have to be this and the eighth. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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Second green: Green conditions at Minnechaug were ideal today. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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Green seven. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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The 8th. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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The handsome ninth green is a rather small target (seen from left side). Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/08/2020
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An ultra-tight hole—number 2. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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Short but tricky: the par-5 third. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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A bit longer and even more deceptive: number five. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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Six is one of three excellent par-3's here. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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The 7th green is tucked behind a massive bunker. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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It's fairly easy to miss the ninth green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 09/08/2020
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Photo submitted by u000008018639 on 08/30/2020
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Hole 3: An interesting short par-five, bending left and guarded on that side by a tall, protruding tree. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Sixth: Great three-par that must carry over this marsh—which also guards green’s left side. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Seventh tee and fairway: hole doglegs right with a huge cloverleaf bunker in the elbow. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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The path to the next hole from the back side of the island green 8th. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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The island green eighth, located on Island Green and Fairway Crossing Roads. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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The lesser known ninth also features a terrific setting. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 08/21/2020
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Up in the weeks, I got this pic of one: this massive leftward dropoff dearly penalizes those unfortunate souls who miss here. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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From behind two's narrow green we see the tightness of entire tee-to-green experience. How straight can you hit a golf ball? Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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Five: You'll need a 300-yard-drive to be in this zip code; it's another buck-eighty-five to reach the green in the distance. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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From behind six: small green to be hit with a mid-iron; a stream threatens slicers. Fabulous hole! Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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Serene setting at green eight. Serenity is often disrupted, however, by splashing golf balls. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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Nine: This pretty finisher is fronted by huge pond, seen here from the green's left side. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/26/2020
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The 2nd: Best 4-par here; truest test of tee-to-green accuracy. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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The 3rd: Looking back at green complex and fairway. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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Four: Solid driving hole favoring a drawn shot around trees. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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Five: Cleverly positioned tree on left may wreak havoc with second shots. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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Eight: classically proportioned island green, the first one of its kind in Connecticut. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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Nine: My son (far right) hitting pitch shot about to collide with flagstick (His ball is airborne). Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 05/04/2020
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The second fairway Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Green-side at number two. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Island green at eight. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Island green from tee. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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A great driving hole: five. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Carry over water at nine. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 11/07/2019
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Photo submitted by Zero1 on 10/30/2012
Wouldn’t Play Again
Pace of play was horrible. It took us 3 hours to play 9 holes. There were too many groups booked and the groups in front of us would not tee off until the holes were completely clear of the group in front of them. We also didn’t tee off until 20 minutes after our tee time. Not worth the 30-minute drive.
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
All in all I really enjoy playing this course. You have to play position golf, you can't just grip it and rip it. Much more fun and challenging this way. They did a lot of work on it in 2021 and if they continue with this I would rate it a 5 star course. Love the 8th and 9th water holes!!! Going to buy a season pass for 2022!! Also, enjoy talking to Rick (?) As he's very friendly and helpful.
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Real Bargain for 9 Hole
A wonderful day of golf even if the temperature was in the 40's.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
I've been playing this course on a weekly basis for the past 2 seasons. The course was in much better this year which made it much more enjoyable. They still need to work on the 2nd tee box, the fairway in front of the 3rd hole and the fairway of the 4th hole. Once these improvements are made it will be a complete, challenging 9 hole course that will rival any in the state. The 8th hole is a classic and makes you want to come back. In talking to the staff about their plans for next season I'm looking forward to coming back and contemplating buying a season pass. I'd recommend this course to anyone who wants to play a challenging 9 holes in a reasonable amount of time without breaking the bank!!
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Great 9 hole course
Easy on the wallet and enough 9f challenge for your average golfer
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Minnechaug Golf
Rick is super awesome! He is professional, friendly and always a positive face to see there!
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On 10/31/2021
Reviews 77
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Minnechaug Nov
Always a nice 9 hole stop. All clubs required and some challenging play for sure with water on the last 2 holes. Course was in nice shape for early November. We will be back for sure. Nine holes works in the colder weather and this course is worth a try.
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Minnechaug Golf Course
Commented on 11/10/2021
Hello, we appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Minnechaug Golf Course. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!
I Recommend This Course
Tom F
Course conditions are much improved over last season. Rick and his staff are the best!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
great condition
I've played this course quite a bit in the past and usually in the early spring so condition of the course was adequate, however when played in mid-October this year it was excellent from tees to greens!! Very challenging greens to read! Always seems to break away from the hole the last foot or closer yet not noticeable at first glance. Tons of fun!!
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Minnechaug Golf Course
Commented on 10/25/2021
Hello. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Minnechaug Golf Course. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!
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Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. Please know the current conditions are by no means the standard we strive to achieve. We will continue to work towards a 5-star experience and we hope to see you back!