Rock Barn Golf and Spa - Jackson
A view from Jackson Course at Rock Barn Golf and Spa.
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4.6
542 Reviews (542)
5 Stars
354
4 Stars
144
3 Stars
25
2 Stars
13
1 Stars
6
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
94.0%
Recommend this course
511 out of 542 reviews
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4.4
40 Reviews (40)
5 Stars
27
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.4
90.0%
Recommend this course
36 out of 40 reviews
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4.4
61 Reviews (61)
5 Stars
40
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
91.8%
Recommend this course
56 out of 61 reviews
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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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4.6
542 Reviews (542)
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5.0
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Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Private club access

Basically, you’re allowed to play a top shelf private club without being a member. Fantastic practice facilities. Great course very nice Golf Cart with the GPS

The restaurant is top shell. We eat at Fresh chef back home. But it live so far away, I would join the course

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 25
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

I'll play here again for sure

Even though the greens had been recently aerated, they rolled nicely and the speed was good. The fairways and rough were all in great shape.

The course does demand some accuracy into the greens. An errant approach shot can quickly introduce you to a double bogey.

I'm hoping to make this a course I play more often.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Rock Barn Memorial Weekend

Awesome layout with great views. Each hole was different than the last and provided a nice test of my golf skills. Loved the elevation changes.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great course

Greens recently aerated otherwise course was in perfect condition

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 57
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Nice surprise

This course is very scenic, and in beautiful shape. Every staff member we dealt with was friendly, professional and welcoming. We had a very enjoyable afternoon - a. nice surprise.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
2.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Absolutely Stunning Course

This was my first time here and man am I glad I went. The conditions of the course we top notch! The club house and restaurant we very nice and the staff was friendly and on point. Ordered a burger and it was great quality. The cart girl was awesome and very quick. I can’t stress enough how much I enjoyed my round and I will definitely be back!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Great Course for the GolfNow deal!

If you get a chance to play this course on the GolfNow Hot Deal, it is totally worth it! Still a good course but for regular price, I would look at some other options in the area that are a better value.

Staff interaction was average but again, if I am paying $80 a round, I would expect a better level of service.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Rock Barn Review

Course was in great winter time condition, very playable, and a fun track!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course, great staff and a great day!

My wife and I enjoyed a great round of golf. The fairways were in good condition even though they were in their dormant state. The greens were firm and fast and putted true. Hole 10 is an interesting par 5 dogleg with a large lake protecting the green. The staff were extremely friendly and the starter offered good advice. We enjoyed an Italian hoagie and cheese sticks at their restaurant. We will definitely plan to visit again when we’re in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a pleasure playing here.

Great friendly staff in the club house and the restaurant/bar. The Jackson course is in great shape for this early in the season. Greens are really good. Greens fees include range balls which is a very nice perk.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

First Time

First time playing this course and absolutely loved it. Well kept, friendly and welcoming staff, and gps carts with course and green layouts. Range balls were included with green fees as well. Looks a little pricey at first but it’s obvious you are not lining someone’s pockets and a lot goes back into the course. Looking forward to going back as soon as possible.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Rock Barn Jackson Course

Great condition, great experience for this time of year!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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