3791 Clubhouse Drive, Conover, North Carolina 28613, US
(828) 459–1125
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About The Rock Barn Country Club & Spa

The Rock Barn Country Club & Spa, set within the foothills of western North Carolina, is part private club, part resort. The playing public has access to the Jackson Course, the Fresh Chef Cafe, lodging, event spaces for weddings/conferences and the spa, which is home to a saltwater pool, indoor and outdoor jacuzzis, saunas and steam rooms. Visitors must stay in a four-bedroom townhome (there are two) or the five-bedroom Lodge for access to the spa and course. Only members can use the tennis and fitness facilities, five other restaurants and the Jones Course, which has hosted the PGA Tour Champions.

Facts

Price Range$$$, $$$$
Property Class★★★★
Year Opened1969
Number of UnitsLess than 100

Amenities & Services

RestaurantsBar, Casual
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Rules

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

Golf courses at The Rock Barn Country Club & Spa

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Skill Intermediate
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5.0
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Previously Played

Great course

It’s challenging but in great shape. Greens fast and fairways were great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

There's a reason it's usually ranked towards the top!

Best public course I've played in NC. Staff was super welcoming and friendly, course was in immaculate shape, facilities were beautifully kept. Had a great round. If I have to critique, it would be that there aren't many ball washes nor any water to drink out on the course. When it's pushing 100 with 80+% humidity, you really need to provide cold water. (Maybe there was free water from the refreshment cart?)

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Tough course

Played this for the first time this week. It’s a tough course. Greens are firm and fast. Knowledge of the course layout would have saved me at least 5 shots over the round. Lots of sand and water. Very hilly. Staff was friendly but fairly complacent. From the back tees they have five of the hardest par 3’s I’ve played. Glad we went but probably won’t go back soon.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
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Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Awesome Golf Course and Staff

The Jackson course at Rock Barn has a great layout with a few challenging holes, but overall, a very playable, fun course to play. It was in great shape. The entire staff, regardless of their role, is very friendly and helpful. I travel 35 minutes to play this course at least 2 times per month. You definitely should check it out.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great Course

This course is very approachable. Greens are fairly small, but always in great condition. The elevations and bunkering on the course create very nice aesthetics throughout. The layout has a plenty of variation and is a joy to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 129
Skill Advanced
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 57
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 57
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great condition and good, fun layout

Fair test. Played tips and although shorter than most, still challenging, fair test. par 71 explains some of the shortage in length w/ 3 par 3s on front 9. Love the free range balls and water/ice dispenser for all to use.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Enjoyment

Great shape, well maintained. Friendly staff. I'll be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 129
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

First time playing Rock Barn but not the last. Very enjoyable course to play. The staff are very friendly,even though I used Golf Now. The entrance to the club house is a little confusing no signage on where to go for Jackson course or Reese Jones course. The practice area is very nice. The course is hilly, reminds me of The Treetops in Gaylord, MI. The fairways are wide enough for any miss hits you might have. Not too many bunkers to deal with. The greens were slower than I expected, the layout is great no two holes the same. I definitely will be back as it’s only a 40 minute drive from Davidson.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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