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4.4
429 Reviews (429)
5 Stars
254
4 Stars
139
3 Stars
30
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
89.4%
Recommend this course
402 out of 429 reviews
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4.7
6 Reviews (6)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
5.0
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
6 out of 6 reviews
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4.2
36 Reviews (36)
5 Stars
16
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.6
83.3%
Recommend this course
30 out of 36 reviews
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Course Highlights
Washtenaw Golf Club's Golden Age layout features iconic back-nine par 5s and consistently fast, true-rolling greens that reward precise course management. Attentive staff, highlighted by the legendary Doc's personalized service, make every round feel welcoming.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 6564 yards
Slope 137
Rating 72.3

Located in between Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor, Washtenaw Golf Club, founded in 1899, is one of the most historic clubs in the state of Michigan. The club was private for most of its history, but an ownership change in 2019 turned this venerable layout into one of the area’s best public experiences. The 18-hole course plays 6,512 yards from the championship tees, though there are four sets of tees The club is in the midst of a multi-year restoration and enhancement project, guided by architect Ray Hearn, that includes green enlargements, tree management, and in the installation of some new championship tees. Facilities here include a putting green, small driving range, chipping green, and a large clubhouse, grill and bar, patio and event space.

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Course Details

Year Built 1899
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Blue Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 10/31

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.4
429 Reviews (429)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 7
Bunkers 6
Elevation Changes 6
This course/club is great for:
Locals 7
Advanced Golfers 6

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Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 01/01/2021

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a positive rating!

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/09/2020

Your feedback is important to us, andyf64. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing Washtenaw Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/09/2020

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, andyf64! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Washtenaw Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Very friendly staff

Nice course

Enjoy playing at this course

I recommend everyone to try it

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/12/2021

We are beyond happy to hear you enjoyed a great day at our course. We look forward to many good times ahead at Washtenaw Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/03/2020

We're glad you enjoyed your 5-star experience with us, andyf64. Please comment or reach out to our team in the golf shop to let us know more about your round!

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 11/02/2020

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, u000006312022! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Washtenaw Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/02/2020

Hi, andyf64. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Washtenaw Golf Club. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Best course in SE Michigan!!!

Washtenaw GC is an old school, traditional layout. The course was in great shape, with emphasis on the greens. I enjoy the challenge of the golf course and will be back to play again. The staff is very friendly and informative.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 11/02/2020

Thank you for the stellar review! We're glad you enjoyed the challenge Washtenaw Golf Club has to offer.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 11/02/2020

Wow, we are so happy you enjoyed your round, uVHHL8346VH! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 11/02/2020

SamConti69, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Washtenaw Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/02/2020

We're glad you enjoyed your 5-star experience with us, andyf64. Please comment or reach out to our team in the golf shop to let us know more about your round!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 11/02/2020

Your feedback is important to us, tonya2m. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing Washtenaw Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/02/2020

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, andyf64! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Washtenaw Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/02/2020

Hi, andyf64. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Washtenaw Golf Club. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/02/2020

We're glad you enjoyed your 5-star experience with us, andyf64. Please comment or reach out to our team in the golf shop to let us know more about your round!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A gem

This course used to be private. Played it for the first time a couple of weeks ago and loved it so I came back. It’s a gorgeous course with lots of hills and trees and variety. Challenging but enjoyable. I believe it is one of the oldest courses in Michigan. Staff is super friendly and go out of their way to give you a great experience. Rates are Really reasonable for such a solid course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 02/23/2021

Your feedback is important to us, u363014268. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing Washtenaw Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Greens were fast, play was slow. Expected though on a Saturday afternoon. You could see that it was going towards the end of the season, fairways had quite a few bumps..

Overall good value for the money

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/01/2020

We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Washtenaw Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Great course, way too slow

This is a wonderful traditional course with a beautiful layout. The green is excellent and being an old course it is set up perfectly for walking. If you are flexible for your play time you can play this course less than $30 easily. But it is waaayyy too slow during the day. I try to play as early as possible because it took at least 4.5 h during the day, even on weekdays. If I play as the first one out I can finish in less than 2.5 h. Also, contrary to green, the tee box is in a bad shape. They really need to maintain the tee box better.

Still this course became my favorite in Ann Arbor area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Still great

Played this course previously and still a great place to play. Played with my dad, they hooked us up with two singles, and had a great time! Rough wasn’t as think as I remember last time, greens were still in great shape, fairways great, tee boxes a little chewed up, but definitely a great track! Guys inside and young lady at the bar at the turn were all top notch! Thanks again for having us out, we will be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/23/2021

Thanks for the 5-star review. The team at Washtenaw Golf Club is thrilled you’re happy with your recent visit.

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