5445 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253, US
(480) 624-5400
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About Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale

Reopened in 2017, Mountain Shadows Resort is a freshly renovated and reimagined golf resort. For golfers, the centerpiece is the brand new, 18-hole par-3 course. Located in Paradise Valley between Scottsdale and Phoenix, the resort is ideally located for trips into the shopping, hiking trails and attractions of both cities. Onsite are several dining options highlighted by Hearth 61, fitness center and two outdoor pools that provide lap swimming and private cabanas for rent. The property has partnered with the Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa to provide spa services. In addition to guest rooms and suites, Mountain Shadows offers residences for rent as well as ownership and membership opportunities. Guests of Mountain Shadows also have preferred access to the nearby Camelback Golf Club, home to two full-length 18-hole courses.

Facts

Price Range$$$
Property Class★★★★
Acres80
Year Opened2017
Number of Units100-300

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Casual, Bar
Room TypesSuite, Fractional Ownership
Short CourseYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes

Services

Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale

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4.7
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Incredibly small and tight course!

Not only is this course incredibly slow with retirees, but you need to be constantly aware of balls flying at you and over your head! This course is ok if your aware of all of this before booking! Id say this is more of a par 3 course, since 90% of the 18 holes are in fact, par 3. The clubhouse is very dated and overdue for renovations. Id say the best part of playing this course, is the stunning mountain views and scenery. Just my honest opinion.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Marvelous course for short game

My only minor problem was a frost delay due to low temps. Staff was most accommodating.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great short game!

These short holes really give you a work out, since being accurate is so important. Nice course, well laid out and fun to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 96
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Really enjoyable round of golf...

This golf course is a compact wonder. It just is a fun couple of hours using almost every club in your bag.

Beautiful surroundings and nothing but dark green grass on every fairway. The greens were great, but a bit too hard for my high lob shots to stay on.

You have to try this course at least once.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Any Joe Cool would love to play here!

I love the rock and roll music playing in the bag drop area, it's what keeps me coming back!! It's not hard rock or anything that would give you a headache, it's just great oldies that gets you in the mood to golf. The holes are in great condition and helps you practice your short iron shots. The views are stupendous and the staff is "the Bomb" I would play here everyday if I could :o)

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful executive course - centrally located. A+

My wife and I always enjoy playing Mountain Shadows. It's close to home, very nicely maintained and a great way to get in a short 18 holes in less than 3 hours. There are some really fun holes, including a few over water. It's a terrific place to practice your short game, or when you don't have time to play a full course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great executive course

This was my first time playing this course. I was pleasantly surprised with the excellent condition of the course; well maintained, beautiful views and challenging. I look forward to playing this course again!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great place to work on the short game

This is a small executive course with mainly Par 3's. The greens are superb and the course looks great. I enjoy playing here when I want to work on my short game.

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

Great course, beautiful setting

I love this executive course. It sits at the bottom of Camelback Mountain, so it has incredible views. It's really well maintained (and I really hope they're successful in renovating the hotel to make this a hip mid-century modern golf resort), and the staff are friendly. The course is easy, but narrow, so it's quite challenging if you have a tendency to hook or slice the ball. You can easily play 18 holes in 3-3.5 hours. Highly recommend for a quick and enjoyable game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love the length of the course.

After having a horrible accident on the course last November,
my friend and I loved being able to play the entire course.
We feel that it is the perfect length for our game at this time and
the course, staff, views have been such a joy to experience.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice Fairways, Quick Greens, Awesome Views

This course is in great shape and the greens ran pretty true and quick. Fairways are nice but the rough is deadly......This course is not limited on the views!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Well maintained, fun little Exec course

Staff was very friendly when arrived; helpful and accommodating. Course is in very good shape, beautiful views of Camelback Mtn, and well maintained. Course is in the foothills behind the former Host Marriott hotel just off of Lincoln Drive in Paradise Valley, which creates many uphill and downhill shots. There were two par 4's among a long string of par 3's, some as short as 70 yards. Some of the T-box par 3 yardages, especially the short ones, seem to be shorter than listed, so be careful. Have fun and relax.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great golf day

My wife and I played 18 holes, a unique experience for my wife who is a very casual golfer. Play was a little slow at times but we thoroughly enjoyed the golf experience.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Terrific scenery

Two ladies on cart 102. Metal rack for cooler was broken

I bumped into it several times because it stuck out. I have a bruise on my hand about 3 inches in diameter. I iced it from hole 9
I also have one on my side thigh that is large, after 24 hours swelling still there and very tender.
Not acceptable!

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 0-4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

One of the best executive courses.

Great course for limbering up after a golf hiatus.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice 3 par challenge

My wife and I enjoyed this beautiful course at the base of Camelback Mountain in Scottsdale, AZ. I didn't need a driver due to the mainly par 3 course, but I certainly enjoyed the views and the challenges of the course. If I am in the area again I will definitely plan on this course again. A good warm up for longer course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course in very good condition.

The course is in excellent condition.
The course is consists on mainly par 3 holes and very similar in between them. You can play this course with only 4 clubs!
That being said it's a very good course if your looking to practice your short game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very nice pace of play...without shadows..Great vistas!

Would do this again soon in a heartbeat..Love 3 pars...!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Some houses are close, not much room for error!

Nice scenery. First course played in Az. Good experience. Did not have a logo ball

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slow play tee times overbooked

Course was just reseeded and is in great shape, no carts allowed on fairway (understandable) took 4hrs to play a executive course is to long

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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