5905 Dunn Road, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235, US
(920) 743-3240
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About Cherry Hills Golf & Lodge

The Cherry Hills Golf & Lodge in Sturgeon Bay is a golf getaway in Wisconsin’s Door County. The onsite lodge provides a complimentary continental breakfast to start the day right. The bar and grill features a pool table, dart board and other games. All rooms are smoke-free and pet-free with balconies or a walk-out patio. Guests enjoy discounted golf with cart. The 6,204-yard course rides the natural hills of one of Wisconsin’s most popular vacation regions. Its green complexes will test even the best of players, yet are still playable for beginners.

Facts

Price Range$$
Property Class★★★
Number of Units100-300

Amenities & Services

RestaurantsCasual
Room TypesRoom
Practice FacilityYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
SpaYes

Rules

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

Golf courses at Cherry Hills Golf & Lodge

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars
321 Reviews (321)
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Nice course, great location

This corse was a great find, I can't wait to play it this summer when the course is in regular season condition. Beautiful landscape, nice people, good carts.

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

fun course to play

I was looking for a reasonably priced course to play on Door County and saw a couple of tee times available for what a cart alone would cost. After reading other reviews that this course was on its way back after some financial problems I decided to give it a try. It was very scenic, the fairways were decent, and the greens were breaky but slow. The rough was long and weedy as were the tees. Would definitely play here again.

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First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 4
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

like the elevated tee boxes

course was in great condition ,green fairways challenging greens .love this course

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Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played

Cherry Hills on the Upswing

I've played this course over the past 20 years and the last few were pretty tough as far as conditions and quality. Happily, the course has pulled a 180 under the current management. Too bad reviews from 2011-2013 can't be removed.

The course is set on a hillside, so expect few level shots. Elevations also offer nice views and good drainage. Even after a ton of rain, the course was well-drained and in great shape. Fairways and greens are well maintained and trimmed. The deep rough is just that- keep the ball in sight of forget about it.

The course is good for intermediate to experienced golfers, though there is plenty of room for beginners. Par 4s offer good birdie chances, as none are too long. Overall, this is a fun course that plays fast and is an exceptional bargain. My guess is it won't be long before crowds come back. It's a very nice course

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

It's almost back to best ever

There is a new general manager of this facility who has done wonders with the total operation. Greens have recovered significantly from the past three years. The Lodge is open and the bar/grill is in full operation on a regular schedule. This is a great resort complex with the most reasonable prices in all of Door County. The front nine is open with rolling terrain while the back nine is partially wooded. This course is worth your exploration, you will enjoy your experience. All greens have a "break" toward Lake Michigan.

Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Coming back

Cherry Hills golf course has fallen on hard times but new management is starting to bring back the fun resort golf facility. Neglected repairs are being completed and course conditions are improving on a daily basis. All putts still break toward Lake Michigan.

Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

A work in progress with great potential

AS others have noted, previous ownership just let the [lace go. The current management is doing everything they can to bring the place back. The greens are true,, a few are a bit bumpy but I have seen the same at lots of other courses this year in three states. The back 9 is the gem of this course. 11 and 15 alone will bring you back. 25 bucks to play, The burgers are better than most in the county.

First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

A-O-K

This course is fun and challenging. Front 9- pretty simple wipe open areas and big fairways. Back 9- hard/ fun narrow fairways and interesting hole locations.

If you wanna get out there and play a challenging and interesting course this one does great job testing all parts of your game.

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Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 24
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

golf course in need of some TLC.

This is a great hunk of real estate that has obviously been neglected for quite some time. I understand that at one time this was quite a golf course but that previous ownership had allowed for the decline. Current staff seems, quite aware of the conditions and well intentioned. With the amount of traffic present on a Friday afternoon, there should be the start of an influx in the capital that will be required to get this course back on its feet. Unfortunately, with limited golf resources at my disposal, I would not return while the course is in the present state. Should I return to Door County, I would rather pay a little bit more for another DC attraction.

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First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 1.0
Difficulty 3.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Much improved in 2014...

I've always liked Cherry Hills, unfortunately the course had fallen on some harder times in recent years. The current management is making a concerted effort to improve the course, and it is much better than it has been in the last several years. The staff was friendly and helpful. It's not the best course in Door County, but I think it offers a fun change of pace from other courses in the area, I would go back to play again.

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Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Rough shape

The resort is closed and the bank now owns the resort and course. The course is being leased and is slowly improving but it is in very rough shape. We played 13 yrs. ago and it was a better course. Needs a new owner who can afford to put some money in it.

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Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 2.0
Friendliness 3.0
Amenities 1.0
Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Pleasant hilly terrain. great view and honest greens.

Nice place to golf. Good scenery and location. Very pleasant

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First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Review 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Cost to play was only $25 w/cart, but not worth the price.

Course is in need of major work. Fairways are all weeds. Greens are in bad shape. Most Rough has not been mowed for a long time, so if you don't hit the fairway, the ball is lost.

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First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 5.0
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Very challenging

Greens good condition very difficult rounded and undulating. Fairways all slope to one side or the other requires course knowledge. Rough uneven in length and somewhat weedy making for difficulty finding ball. Cart paths need paving Fussy golfers wanting pristine conditions won/t be happy but it is still a fun course to play

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 5.0
Reviews 61
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

It has possibilities .

The course was closed in the past so the fairways are not in good shape. The greens are better. Some nice scenery and tight holes.The back 9 is nicer. 4 of us golfed for $60 with cart for 18. I would not pay the full price for this course . I'd check Golfnow.com for the best tee time.

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First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Badly in need of maintenance & upkeep

I was as if about two weeks previous the grounds crew said, 'okay, if you're not going to pay us, we're done,' and walked off. i.e. The tees had not been mowed in two weeks; the fairways had not been mowed in at least ten days; the tee markers had not been moved in a month, etc., etc.

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Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 3.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Improving

Greens have recovered a lot. Fairways required enhancing the lie at times. Good to see this enjoyable course making a comeback after a tough last year.

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Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
T O P 1000
Reviews 67
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fair value for condition.

Fareways were bumpy with hardly a flat area and grass was too long. It's been wet lately, but more cutting of grass and green trimming would help a lot. Some fun holes and in decent shape. More maintenance and this course could return to the hidden gem it once was.

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Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Review 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Good Course

Ok, i will be straight. Cherry Hills has seen better days. Early in 2012 a water pump was hit by lightening and was out of commission. On top of that, the area experienced a very dry summer. Those two things did not work in this course's favor. Even now the course needs attention but it is being worked on. It is already in MUCH better shape than 2012. The course is under new management for 2013 and they are doing a great job in getting the course back to it's glory days. It will take time to achieve that though so that must be remembered. In the mean time, the fees are about half of what other courses charge so you can go out and play a round on a improving course without breaking the bank. So I believe this course is a great value.

Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Waste of money

This is a horribly maintained golf course. It's really too bad, because it used to be a better place. To top it off, we booked our tee time and paid online. When we got there, the large man behind the counter told me how much it was to play. When I told him that I paid in advance, he said "No you didn't, you have to pay here". I told him that I have the receipt confirming pre-payment, pulled it out of my pocket and handed it to him. When I did, he took the sheet, didn't even look at it and set it down and grudgingly confirmed my payment. Under his breath, added a snotty comment about the ridiculous rate that I paid. Don't waste your time here.

Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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