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4.2
232 Reviews (232)
5 Stars
106
4 Stars
83
3 Stars
30
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
9
Conditions
4.2
Value
3.8
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
84.6%
Recommend this course
201 out of 232 reviews
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4.3
15 Reviews (15)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
3.9
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.4
86.7%
Recommend this course
13 out of 15 reviews
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4.2
21 Reviews (21)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.2
81.0%
Recommend this course
17 out of 21 reviews
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Course Highlights
White Deer Run's course layout consistently earns top praise, with creative shot-making challenges and a stunning Chicagoland setting that rewards thoughtful play. Friendly staff and a smooth pace of play make each round an enjoyable experience worth booking.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7101 yards
Slope 137
Rating 74.6

Situated on the Cuneo Estate in Vernon Hills, White Deer Run Golf Club has a beautiful landscape dotted with sparkling lakes. The rolling terrain provides plenty of elevation changes, meaning there are some uneven lies and the occasional blind shot in store for you. There are not many trees but numerous bunkers lurk beside the greens and, of course, water is a pretty prominent presence throughout the golf course. Due to the plentiful and strategically placed hazards, the course puts a premium on accuracy. The layout is challenging but fair and it is also player friendly enough for beginners, offering ample room off of the tees. White Deer Run Golf Club's design contributes greatly to the course's playability, but that is also partly due to the immaculately manicured fairways and fast, well conditioned greens.

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Course Details

Year Built 1998
Golf Season May - October 1st

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.2
232 Reviews (232)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 9
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 20
Water Hazards 14
Forced Carries 10
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 15
Entertaining Clients 9
Locals 9
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 18
Worth the Drive 9

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Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

This course has great features

This course has great features This course has great features

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser

The course was not ready to be opened

Green and tees were never touched, on the greens and tees over 4 month old goose waste were all over to the point we gave up putting. on the tees we had to look for spot to tee off without stepping on it. Sand trap were never touched also, there were big holes and garbage all over. The whole course were covered with old and new goose waste. All the restrooms were lock up. When I complained to the staff on duty, he showed no care. I want my money back.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 117
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course but expensive

Great course, nice setup, well maintained. Some holes are very challenge. Got a deal from Golfnow otherwise the green fee is expensive

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser

rude ranger

this rude dude has been hurrying us up starting from the 9th hole up to the 11th hole, overall we finished the round in 4 1/2 hours. Also the group behind us in the 10th hole hit prematurely while we are still in the 10th fairway and this ranger was still there and he did not prevent them from doing so, overall the other members of the golfing staff are nice and the course is great considering the time of the year we played except for this RANGER GUY

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Greens in perfect super fast shape!

Greens are maintained at top shelf level roll like a pool table hold well. fairways and tees are in excellent shape especially for this time of year!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser

Operations manager not professional

Course ok.
It was windy.
Manager Of Operations attitude not good.
I got in trouble b/c I brought a sandwich on a 42 degree day. Last time I checked no cart girl on a 42 degree day. And 9/10 courses no refreshment stand is open. I brought A sandwich and got preached at b/c I was told there were 4 hour stale hot dogs by which I could of eat. Nothing like an operations manager not appreciating you spending $55 on a 42 degree day. Course was ok tough holes and fun holes 9 and 10. Hole 4 should be closed there is goose droppings everywhere. I hit the green on the tee and my ball was destroyed by goose droppings. I wish I had a picture it belongs in the hall of shame greens. Overall the worst green I ever played in my life. Where was the clean up crew? Probably eating those stale hot dogs that the operations pushes. Regardless course plays well but course is comparable to Whisper Creek. At least at WC you feel appreciated.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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A great course

Went out there on a 45 degree day and went through in under 4 hours in one of the most enjoyable golf experiences I've had. Although the rough had been thoroughly cored and the greens recently aerated, it was all done is such a way that the course conditions were still incredibly enjoyable. The greens were still very flat and rolled very true (and fast). The fairways were in immaculate condition and the undulation of the course is enough to make you think but not outrageous. Different green shapes and sizes make each approach unique and the GPS in the gold carts is about the best I have used complete with hole flyovers and the ability to send your scorecard via email at the end of the round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Course was in great shape!

Always enjoy playing this course. Very well mantained, great layout, fast and true greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Good condition but

Overall the green fees are relatively high except in spring and fall. Fall they usually airate the greens and while the greens were still fast, the course usually does not inform you when they airate. This year when I payed it was not bad (about 2 weeks after they airrated but last year half the greens were just airated and were not the best. I normally don't have a big problem as long as they let me know.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Beeches galore, large well maintained greens

My first time at this course. Very nice design & condition especially for so late in the season. Very windy, which made a challenging course even more difficult.
Numerous bunkers in play surrounding greens & many affecting drives & 2nd shots on par 5's.
I would like to come back to try again on a calmer day & hopefully score much better.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Course

White Deer Run is probably one of the best maintained courses in Lake County. They consistently have awesome greens that roll quick and true all year, even during the heavy playing season. I have been playing this course for the last 6 years and it keeps getting better every year.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Good layout

Good layout, some interesting holes. A little pricey for the experience.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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