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4.1
164 Reviews (164)
5 Stars
58
4 Stars
70
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
15
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
82.1%
Recommend this course
138 out of 164 reviews
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4.0
4 Reviews (4)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
3.0
Layout
3.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
75.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 4 reviews
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4.3
12 Reviews (12)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
83.3%
Recommend this course
10 out of 12 reviews
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Course Highlights
This well-maintained course consistently impresses with a strategic layout that rewards thoughtful shot selection over raw power. Relaxed pace of play and friendly staff make it an ideal setting for golfers of all skill levels.

About

Holes 9
Type Public
Par 34
Length 2836 yards
Slope 120
Rating 34.2
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Vernon Hills Golf Club
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Course Details

Year Built 1979
Fairways Bluegrass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ken Killian Dick Nugent (1996) Dick Nugent (1979)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $10
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Shirts and shoes at all times.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.1
164 Reviews (164)
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Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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First Time Playing

Great for a quick 9!

This 9 hole muni course seems innocuous enough. It's simple, tucked away in a corner of Vernon Hills, inexpensive fees, etc. But then you stand on the first tee and get a taste of what is to come...little streams that force you to manage your distance off the tee, trees and fence lines along the fairways, and relatively challenging uphill approach shots.

The course itself is in decent shape, and best of all, if you are a single and can get up early on a weekday, you can play 9 by yourself in less than 2 hours. Once the kids and old folks get out there, all bets are off. It's an inexpensive muni course though, so deal with it.

The postage stamp par 3 is a nice hole. A few cool little holes makes for a nice, quick little 9.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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the course is good for all levels of players

I went on Thanksgiving with my79 year old dad, brother and two nephews. We had a great afternoon. The pro on duty is super friendly and I love the course mascot. She is one of the nicest golf dogs I've ever met!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great 9 hole course, good conditions, water creates challenges

This course is a nice 9 hole course. I play it often and it is always in great shape. Tony (I think that's the owner's name), is always there and is always friendly and helpful. The greens are in great shape and fairways are pretty neat. There is water on 7 of the 9 holes, which creates a challenging round. It is somewhat of a hidden gem and a great value for the price. I reccomend this course for beginners to skilled golfers. Enjoy!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser

Short course

This course has no idea how to treat their customers. They act as if they are doing "us" a favor by letting us play there. Course and greens were in good shape. Unfortunately after being treated so poorly by staff there the very few times that I have played there, I do not recommend this place to anyone. If you work in a place that deals with customers, please have some good customer service. There are plenty of courses, and I believe that you can stand out with good service.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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