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St. Andrews Golf & Country Club - Joe Jemsek Course

2241 Route 59, West Chicago, Illinois 60185, Du Page County
(630) 231-3100
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About

There are two championship golf courses available at St. Andrews Golf & Country Club in West Chicago as well as a top-ranked practice center. The Joe Jemsek Course, formerly known as the Lakewood, was added in 1929, three years after the club opened. Unlike the original St. Andrews Course, the Joe Jemsek Course has a hillier terrain. Although it is shorter than the other golf course at 6,770 yards, the elevation changes make it seem similar in length to the 6,920-yard St. Andrews Course. The course features tree-lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers, offering plenty of challenges but overall it is not an overly intimidating layout for beginners. There are several long and demanding par 3s throughout. The best example being the tricky second hole, which has a green that is guarded by two deep bunkers and towering trees.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6818 yds
Rating 72.5
Slope 126
Type Public
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

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GPS
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Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Bunker
Golf School Academy
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Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed

Food & Beverage

Bar
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Year Built 1929
Fairways Bent
Greens Bent
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Edward B. Dearie (1929)
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4.3
4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 769 reviews
90.4%
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  • Conditions
    4.3
  • Value
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  • Layout
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  • Friendliness
    4.5
  • Pace
    3.9
  • Amenities
    4.3
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff consistently go out of their way to accommodate golfers, making every visit feel welcoming and well-supported. The course layout and conditions impress regulars and first-timers alike, with the bar and food adding great value after the round.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 26
Brunch 12
Watching the Game 11
Course Challenges:
Bunkers 31
Undulating Greens 19
Water Hazards 15
Best For:
Locals 26
Playing Multiple Courses 20
Seniors 17
Location is:
In the 'Burbs 36
Worth the Drive 20
Convenient to the City 7

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u314159984917
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Danny7023151
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Wonderful course and value. Slow play

Course conditions, amenities, restaurant and bar all meet expectations or above. Play is super slow so be sure to give yourself plenty of time. Sue to speed of play walking is a good option. Flat course, no issues walking.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 5.0
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Bill5397739
Reviews 45
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great shape

Solid golf course. Couple of par fives are par 4s unless they open back tee. Alway in good condition.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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algrouprc
Reviews 50
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Very great staff

The stafff at this course was excellent. I always enjoy playing this course.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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mdiamond2372
Reviews 4
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Fairly forgiving course with not a lot of water on holes. Greens were deceptively slow, but in great shape. Course was in really good condition. Great pace - didn't have to wait on most holes.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u577168442
Reviews 55
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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oOPolfOo
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Five stars isn’t enough to give to this course. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I have played lately because traffic but staff said “don’t worry you came to relax and you need to enjoy with playing golf”.

I’m playing at the day extreme hot in summer staff driving golf cart to give extra cool water for golfers. I love all staff here.

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000001753551
Reviews 78
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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StevePistol
T O P 250
Reviews 272
Recommended
Played
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Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u314164260322
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000003364555
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Unhappy with Golfnow.

I was charged twice for this round by Golfnow. I tried to contact Golfnow to cancel one of the charges but the website would not let me cancel because they said it was within one hour of the tee time, It actually was over an hour ahead, very frustrating dealing with this company. I tried to correct the first registration and ended up doublebooking.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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u314161460424
Reviews 75
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314164447507
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

One of my favorites

I hadn't played St. Andrews in many years and forgot what a nice course it is. We had outstanding weather and got a great deal on Teeoff.

We will be back soon!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Ldixon5
Reviews 25
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
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mredleahy
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Nice golf experience

Course was in excellent condition (albeit early morning round). Pace was great, with no waiting and no push from behind. Staff was nice.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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NickGolf64
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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BobSanks
Reviews 35
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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kk0428kim
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314164003911
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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frank22045
Reviews 58
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

fairways a bit heavy, back nine on lakewood course somewhat too repeatable,

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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