Rock Barn Golf and Spa - Jackson
A view from Jackson Course at Rock Barn Golf and Spa.
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4.6
557 Reviews (557)
5 Stars
366
4 Stars
147
3 Stars
25
2 Stars
13
1 Stars
6
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
94.8%
Recommend this course
526 out of 557 reviews
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4.8
15 Reviews (15)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
15 out of 15 reviews
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4.5
60 Reviews (60)
5 Stars
42
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
93.3%
Recommend this course
56 out of 60 reviews
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Course Highlights
The Jackson course's elevation changes, massive bunkers, and renowned bent grass greens consistently impress golfers seeking a rewarding challenge. Friendly, accommodating staff and smooth rounds under four hours make every visit enjoyable.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Resort
Par 71
Length 6427 yards
Slope 135
Rating 71.9

Rock Barn Golf & Spa offers two championship courses, one designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and the other by Tom Jackson. Nestled within the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the golf courses are provided with swiftly moving brooks and sparkling lakes that accent the wooded hills and lush, grassy meadows. The Jackson Course tumbles across picturesque valleys, offering both dramatic elevation changes and beautiful scenery. The layout is shorter and less demanding than the Jones Course but it is a challenge nonetheless. The undulating terrain demands accuracy and perfect ball placement. Fast greens are balanced by generous fairways. Water hazards also come into play. The course starts out intimidatingly with a narrow, uphill par 5 but the rest of the course is not quite as daunting.

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Course Details

Year Built 1969
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Jackson (1969)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "The Rock Barn Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Spa

Available Activities

Riding

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Reviews

4.6
557 Reviews (557)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 15
Brunch 12
Patio Dining 11
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 30
Water Hazards 30
Elevation Changes 29
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 23
Locals 23
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 18
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 30
Convenient to the City 11

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Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Even after all that rain....

This is not the most interesting course (especially compared to the Jones), but it was holding up really well considering we have been under a flood warning for about a week. Golf now makes it worth the money. Its fun. Nice day of golf. Greens were particularly in good shape.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

excellant condition except a few places killed around the greens on the back nine

excellant course, like layout very much, very tranquil

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging course in good shape at a good price!

The Jackson course is as good if not better than the Jones course and half the price! The course for the middle of summer was in good shape and the greens rolled perfectly!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent practice facilities. Great food A+

All around immaculate course. I wish it was closer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always challenging and always well maintained.

Rock Barn staff are always very cordial and the course is always in great condition. They maintain it better than most courses.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice Course, challenging Par 3s

We called the course in the morning to ensure the previous nights storm would not disrupt play. The pro shop ensured that it would be cleaned up. We found debris everywhere on the course, almost blocking some cart paths. Trees were down throughout the course. I wish the course would have been more forthright concerning the conditions. I doubt if we will return.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course is highly recommended.

We liked the changes in elevation with its great ridgeline views. This course offers very nice tee boxes (5 sets) manicured fairways with good rough; nice white sand which had been raked; and large greens with good pin placements. We like to challenges offered with the water hazards requiring hitting precision shots.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course with a lot of challenges!

Very fun course, with a lot of challenging holes. The course was in very good shape. The staff was great. I will be back! Thanks Rock Barn!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Course offers everthing you want.....

I found this course to have everything I could ask for in a golf course. challenging and rewarding, scenic and well laid out. caught a great deal and will always look to play again. I played the best I ever played and I believed the course brought it out of me.....

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 77
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor

For Golf Now Prices---good deal

I wouldn't pay the regular rate of $45, but for the $30 deals on Golf Now this is a pretty good place to play. Course is usually maintained well, nice carts and good snack bar. Prices are too high at the snack bar, but the course conditions are really worth the value.

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

Great course

Had aerated recently but still a real nice course. Par 3 with a lot of water. Quite hilly in some some spots. Very helpful staff.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Wonderful: Proffesional: Makes Golf Affordable

After the dormant grass comes back in two weeks and the greens fill in from the punching, it will be perfect. Extremely great prices. I can actually with these great deals.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great character, beautiful surrounding

I enjoyed playing the Jackson Course at The Rock Barn. It was early season and will be greatly improved as things begin to bloom.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Lots of blind shots due to elevation changes but well put together.

Pace of play was quite slow and the hotdog at the turn was quite possibly the most egregious thing ever to be passed off as food. Had jalepeno's, goat cheese and I believe a touch of furniture polish. Nicely laid out and lots of sand to keep you honest. Par 3's were quite challenging with the wind and elevation changes.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Course

This course is in great condition and is my personal favorite. . The greens are fast and the bunkers are full of sand. There are many very challenging holes that will make you think before hitting. The only drawback I have ever experienced at the facility is the carts look good and clean but the cart always runs out before the round is over. Cart batteries or changers need attention.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course!!!

One of the best courses in the area. Many difficult position tee shots and well protected greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

All around great course

this is a perfect choice if you want to play a difficult but fair course in the Charlotte area. it requires you to layup in the right spot and there is about 4 holes where you have to leave driver in the bag. I played from the Blues (6600 yards) and there is a few holes where you can go driver wedge and then there is some where you go driver 3 iron for par fours.

The course is in perfect condition and it is beautiful to look at with all the trees, creeks and hilly terrain.

It is a must play in the Charlotte area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Very challenging.

The staff at this course was very friendly. The course was in excellent shape for wintertime. The fairways were wide, plush with no dry spots.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Played the Jackson course

this course though dorment was in better shape than most courses in bloom. We played the blues at almost 6000 yards, The golds were not out on the front nine. Even at only 6000 yards this course makes you hit everyclub in the bag. Fantastic course and the greens putted true and again, quicker than most in season. great value, great staff, and great course!!!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Rock Barn Jackson Course...Nice shape for December golf

The course was in good shape for this time of year. The greens were smooth and enjoyable to putt on. This is not a bombers course. You have to think your way around it off the tee. I think it was playing about 6400yds. Some tricky and challenging holes if you dont put alot of thought into your shots. I enjoyed it.

Will play again...

J. Fox

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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