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4.9
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5.0
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4.7
Amenities
4.1
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 7166 yards
Slope 143
Rating 74.8
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Monarch Course - Garland Resort
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Course Details

Year Built 1988
Fairways Blue Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 5/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect Ron Otto (1988)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Caddies No
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Michigan (2016 #14)

Reviews

2.7
28 Reviews (28)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 9
Plays Long 6
This course/club is great for:
Group Getaways 7
A Weekend Splurge 6
Playing Multiple Courses 6
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 10
At a Resort 8

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Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful Lodge & course

Challenging course at a great setting, I can't see how you could not enjoy your round at this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

great course

The course was great and in great condition. Only complaint was that we had to wait at least five minutes at the bar to get served and we were the only ones in there. Actually had to go look for the staff. Got a great deal on golf now. Would not pay full price of $120 for 18.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Poor weather
Used cart

Have to love the water

This course had a lot of water hazards, making
it challenging. The fairways and greens were well
maintained. We were probably lucky that it was a
cool and windy day because this course is cut out
of swamp land. All in all it was a very enjoyable
round of golf, would recommend it to a friend.
Looking forward to playing the other three courses
at The Garland Resort.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Best of Garlands available courses

Beautiful layout. Challenging with tree lined fairways and water. Tees, fairways and greens were in very good shape. Greens rolled true and were above normal speed. Bunkers were raked and sand was playable. Enjoyed the Monarch the most of the 3 available courses. Saw deer, turkey, hawk and other wildlife while playing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Very nice course

Clubhouse was beautiful. The employees were all very nice and helpful. Course was well maintained and would definitely golf again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

The venue is incredible

One of the most beautiful courses I have ever played in Michigan!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

Eagles, and Herons, and Monarchs Oh My!

We played the Monarch course and were treated to exceptional conditions and breathtaking views. With bald eagles and great blue herons and incredible lakes and rivers, you almost forget that there is an amazing course wrapped around all the scenery. The long fairways are protected by majestic pines with lots of dog legs and bends that demand driving accuracy and shot placement. Lots of elevated greens that roll very smooth and true

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Scenic Course

Beautiful course design. Conditions were mediocre, but the course has only been open for about 2 weeks and this winter was quite severe in northern Michigan. I will definitely play this course again, but I will be keeping my eyes open for a good deal from Golfnow to make it a bit more affordable.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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