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4.4
854 Reviews (854)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.2
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.3
94.6%
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794 out of 854 reviews
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4.6
7 Reviews (7)
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.5
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
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4.4
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.2
Value
4.5
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.4
91.5%
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43 out of 47 reviews
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Course Highlights
This course delivers outstanding value with well-maintained fairways, true-rolling greens, and a versatile three nine-hole layout that keeps rounds fresh. Friendly and knowledgeable staff consistently enhance the experience across the pro shop and throughout the course.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6680 yards
Slope 129
Rating 71.9

Water comes into play on six holes on the Lakeview nine at the 27-hole Farmstead Golf & Country Club, which is located in northwest New Jersey approximately an hour from New York City. None is more challenging than the closing hole, a very short -- but very intimidating -- par 3 over water. The Byron Phoebus design opened in 1965.

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Course Details

Year Built 1986
Golf Season Open: 3/01 Closed: 12/01
Architect Byron Phoebus

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Casual

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.4
854 Reviews (854)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
Patio Dining 17
Dinner 12
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 30
Bunkers 20
Forced Carries 8
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 30
Locals 28
Seniors 17
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 29
In the 'Burbs 15

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Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

it was beautiful

The people were great and staff all said golfnow was a good tool for reduced rates..would play any of their 3 9's again

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Always in Great Shape

The Lake/Club combination provides a great variety of holes and is kept in great shape with all the water present on the course. I have been playing there for over 20 years and have never been disappointed by the shape of the course. If you are a big hitter try the blue tees - and bring some extra golf balls! Only compliant is that the greens are little slower than my liking, but very playable. One of my favorites in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great deal on Golfnow!

Got a hot deal and made the drive from central NJ to Sussex County. What a fantastic day of golf. Interesting layout and in great shape. Helpful staff and decent pace of play.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

this course was very challenging and lake view course

even par 3 was long over 200yd
lots of water by green
very challenging

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful course and it was in great shape

Beautiful course and it was in great shape. Would pkay again anytime

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

challenging par-3's

Great course! greens were a little slow, but for this point in the season overall good condition. Twilight price was very reasonable

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course is in excellent shape, friendly staff

3 nines, challenging, greens and tee boxes in good shape. Great value for the money.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course paired with friendly staff

Farmstead is a beautiful and very well maintained course. The pond and rolling hills provide an amazing backdrop for a round of 18. The staff is very helpful and genuine. I am looking forward to playing at Farmstead again in the near future.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 142
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

the course is in very good cond.

you must play this course a few times because of blind shots on some holes

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

excellent in every aspect

outstanding condition, excellent greens, waitress at the bar (Cara)
extremely friendly & efficient. I was skeptical when she that everything on the menu was outstanding, but we had a few appetizers & many of the entrees & each one was better than the one before. No disappointments.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

LAKEVIEW HAS SOME CHALLINGING HOLES FROM THE BLUE TEES

HAD A 10:01 TEE TIME STARTER DID NOT GET US OUT UNTIL 10:40 VERY DISAPOINTING TO HAVE A TIME AND NOT GIVEN AN EXPLANATON WHY THE DELAY.COULD NOT FINISH ROUND DUE TO PREVIOUS TIME COMMITMENTS AND PACE OF PLAY

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great course at any price

My wife and I are big fans of this course. We're relatively new to golf and this course offers a great combination of forgiveness and challenge. The fairways, rough and greens were all in great condition. I could play this course every week and always leave satisfied.

Also, the bar and grille was great for a pre-round bite and drink to ease the first tee jitters.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a great time

I've played Farmstead numerous times and it never disappoints. The greens are always well kept, fairways mowed, the rough is never too rough, and it is always a nice round. I can usually get the round for under $30 so the value is also worth the drive. If you haven't played it yet, I would recommend that you do.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

I'll be back

Pace of play left much to be desired as we had to wait on almost every hole. Course is in excellent condition with the exception of the bunkers which were inconsistent. Only thing that was missing is a driving a range to loosen up before the round. Course offers good value for those that play public golf.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

course is in great shape as always

Love playing here, fairways and greens in good condition. Early tee time can play in just under 4 hrs

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

HIGHLY MAINTAINED GOLF COURSE

A very beautiful golf course. Meticulously maintained. You will seldom see fairways that are as evenly and cleanly mowed as these. The greens are outstanding.

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

Good Course, Poor Start Time Management...

Played this past Sunday (6/9/13). Course was in good shape given the heavy rains just a few days before - played lakeview/clubview for 18. My biggest issue was the start time. I had booked a 10:28a (checked in at 10am), but didn't get out on the course until about 11:10a. Not sure if they overbooked the course or the general skill-level of the four-somes that day were challenging for the management, but it was frustrating. To make matters worse, we waited at nearly every tee-box for at least 5-10 minutes. Actual playing time was 4:45, it could have been much quicker - we are used to playing 3:45/4:00 rounds. We played with two other guys who play here quite regularly who said it is never like this. Would give the course a second shot based on that feedback, but hesitant as it is over an hour drive.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 46
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

After two days of rain COURSE IN TOP SHAPE

Expected sloppy conditions due to the previous two days of rain. Found that the greens were is top shape along with the rest of the course. This is a top five public course in NJ, worth the distance in travel every time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pretty basic northern Jersey course.

Played on a Saturday around noon. The course is in decent but not great shape. It has 3 nines. We played Lake/Club. It has a few challenging holes on the front where you have to be careful of how far you hit off the tee but then is fairly open for the rest. There are several short holes that you can try to get close to and score but you need to be aware of several creeks and ponds that are sometimes not visible from the tees. Pace of play pretty good for a public coarse on a Saturday.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great layout! Great course! Great staff!

I joined a twosome for this outing and the weather was just perfect. The course conditions were excellent and the pace of play was just fine. The greens were in top shape though difficult to read from early morning to the late morning as they began to dry and become a bit firmer. I played Club to Lake on a previous outing and played Club to Valley for this outing. I was surprised at how challenging the Valley 9 was despite comments from others I encountered at the course. The staff was most cordial and I appreciated the focused coordination the starter exhibited to keep golfers timed for their tee offs. Overall I enjoyed another great experience at this hidden treasure in Lafayette, NJ. I look forward to my next opportunity.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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