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Wind Watch Golf & Country Club
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About
Although it is located in Hauppauge on Long Island's North Shore, Wind Watch Golf Club possesses the look and feel of a destination course. Sprawling across a lush, rolling landscape covered with sparkling ponds, the course is as challenging as it is scenic. Water hazards come into play on 12 holes and there are more than 75 bunkers, some of which are massive in size, strategically placed throughout. Almost every hole presents golfers with a unique risk-reward opportunity. The golf course begins and ends at its highest point, which is one of the island's highest elevations. Wind Watch's closing hole provides a memorable finish as the only dogleg on the course. This par 4 takes a sharp left before climbing uphill to the triple-tiered green that is protected by three enormous traps.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6686 yards | 72.4 | 136 |
| Blue | 72 | 6414 yards | 71.1 | 133 |
| White | 72 | 6030 yards | 69.2 | 127 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5178 yards | 70.2 | 119 |
| White (W) | 72 | 5178 yards | 76.5 | 137 |
| Yellow | 72 | 3237 yards |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 72.4/136 | 375 | 550 | 349 | 396 | 495 | 188 | 435 | 190 | 406 | 3384 | 491 | 313 | 155 | 395 | 245 | 568 | 338 | 430 | 367 | 3302 | 6686 |
| Blue M: 71.1/133 | 367 | 512 | 337 | 380 | 478 | 179 | 424 | 169 | 391 | 3237 | 480 | 306 | 150 | 387 | 222 | 556 | 329 | 419 | 328 | 3177 | 6414 |
| White M: 69.2/127 W: 75.3/137 | 359 | 440 | 325 | 353 | 457 | 155 | 408 | 154 | 372 | 3023 | 468 | 282 | 123 | 359 | 194 | 545 | 306 | 405 | 325 | 3007 | 6030 |
| Red W: 70.1/123 | 337 | 413 | 282 | 331 | 410 | 144 | 356 | 142 | 312 | 2727 | 364 | 257 | 113 | 313 | 140 | 453 | 206 | 305 | 300 | 2451 | 5178 |
| Yellow W: 61.1/97 | 150 | 250 | 200 | 175 | 250 | 112 | 200 | 120 | 200 | 1657 | 250 | 140 | 110 | 215 | 90 | 275 | 150 | 175 | 175 | 1580 | 3237 |
| Handicap | 9 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 8 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 4 |
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Bar, Grill, RestaurantAvailable Facilities
Clubhouse, Banquet FacilitiesAvailable Activities
Swimming, BilliardsAvailable Sports
TennisAccolades
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Golf Advisor: Top Courses in New York (2021 #24)
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Number 10 hole Photo submitted by ataylor75 on 10/17/2020
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10th hole Photo submitted by u969543866 on 05/28/2020
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Well maintained Photo submitted by u969543866 on 05/28/2020
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Photo submitted by Lee7385015 on 04/23/2019
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Photo submitted by u000008009478 on 05/22/2015
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what a view from the 18th green Photo submitted by Richard5321 on 11/02/2013
Great course
We had a lot of fun playing here together. The pace, course layout, conditions, etc. there was nothing to complain about, but maybe because it rained early in the morning, it was 'cart path only'. If they suggest some discount when it's cart path only, it would be much more reasonable. Other than that, everything was great, and I would like to play here again.
Thank you for your review and for enjoying your time at our business. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the "cart path only" situation due to the rain, and appreciate your suggestion for a discount in such circumstances. We hope to welcome you back for another great experience soon.
We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We see you rated the course 1 star and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit. We take single-star feedback very seriously at our course. You are welcome to comment further or reach out to our team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thanks for choosing Wind Watch Golf & Country Club.
Beautiful Course
Definitely intermediate level play to advanced and i really enjoyed my time.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your time at our establishment. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon.
Always good
Always a nice spot to play. Staff is always friendly, and the amenities are decent. Course conditions were very good, and the greens are some of the best kept around. The new carts are nice; it would be nice if they had gps. Only downside for the course is the 18th hole. It’s a mess. Terrible closing hole that should be made into a par 3. The triple tiered green can turn a good round into a nightmare. Overall you get your moneys worth at WW.
Thank you for visiting us at Wind Watch Golf & Country Club. We appreciate your positive rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.
Beautiful as well as challenging. Very well maintained course with a friendly staff and great amenities. I would definitely play here again and recommend to all friends.
Thanks so much for your review. We're so glad you enjoyed your round at Wind Watch Golf & Country Club. That's what we like to hear! We hope to see you again soon!
Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Wind Watch Golf & Country Club!
Nice course, but some questionable staff members.
Course was in good condition. Bag boys and pro shop very friendly. 3 separate times were harassed by rude staff and or course rangers for pace of play, despite finishing our round in 4 hours and 20 minutes and having zero pressure from the group behind us. Their reasoning was the two open holes in front of us. Seems irrational.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the condition of our course and the friendliness of our bag boys and pro shop staff. We apologize for any negative experiences you had with our staff and course rangers. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
Wadingriver ny
Course excellent shape. From fairways to rough. Greens were excellent and fast. Staff very top notch. Pace of play was excellent. Top golf course in Longisland ny.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you found our course in excellent shape, from the fairways to the rough. We appreciate your kind words about our staff and the pace of play. Thanks again for your feedback!
We appreciate you taking the time to rate us. We hope to see you back soon!
Pest aside
Ahhh the smell of fresh air and freshly cut grass first thing in the morning. Well I had none of that. Was breathing in what ever pesticide, herbicide or genocide that was sprayed on every hole. Don't know whether it was cart path only for the little rain the night before or the poison that was being sprayed. My partner got so sick he was dry heaving after the round. I don't understand why all these golf courses continue to charge more than double for a cart, yet continue to prevent you from driving on the fairway. Don't think I'll be back here for a while.
We apologize for your negative experience at our golf course. We understand your concerns regarding the smell and the possible pesticide spraying. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we will make sure to address these issues to provide a better experience for our customers.
We appreciate you taking the time to rate us. We hope to see you back soon!
Slow Play for High Pay
Course is in great condition but they squeeze too many groups out without enough staggered time. Waiting on every shot for every hole is taxing to say the least. They continue to over price the green fees even after 3pm. Not impressed. With prices like theirs they should provide a golf rewards card.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the condition of our course. We apologize if you experienced delays due to the high number of groups playing at the same time. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
A day of floods
Played the course for the first time on a day of scattered but heavy thunderstorms. First round passed quickly with little water damage, but the second round was longer and heavier and saturated the course, complete with puddles, making it virtually unplayable. Carts were understandably switched by the course GPS system to Cart Path Only. the cart began to beep and became inoperable going forward until the cart path was reached. Getting there in reverse from the woods, where we sheltered during the rain was an adventure. We will return to play the course under better conditions.
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Hello and thank you for your great rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Wind Watch Golf & Country Club!
Get what you paid for
Overall nice course. Green is fast and pristine. Friendly staff. Has range and putting green. As a walker will always prefer to walk but ride only. Did upgrade carts recently. Tight holes and water force carries. Long 225 yds par 3 in back nine. Recommend it.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of our course. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you enjoyed the fast and pristine greens, friendly staff, and our range and putting green. We apologize if there were any challenges with tight holes and water carries, and we appreciate your recommendation.
Outstanding public course- beautiful and challenging with great staff and pro:) !!!
I only wish, since I am in my 8th decade that I could pay and walk nine holes with my push cart for exercise:) If that were possible, I would pay to do so 5 of 7 days!!!
This is beautiful course and challenging (though I now have mover from the blue to white to the senior tees:)
The Head Pro and the entire staff and maintenance crew are phenomenally helpful and the conditions outstanding! They have an amazing dog, Roscoe who eliminates the Geese and their excrements that are found on many courses of Long Island. The Food and beverage at the Seasons Grill is spectacularly delicious for players either mid round or at the end of 18 with great TV options of viewing and variety whether solo or with large groups of friends (or new friends you meet on this course:)
Thank you for visiting us at Wind Watch Golf & Country Club. We appreciate your positive rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.
Hello and thank you for your great rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Wind Watch Golf & Country Club!
Thank you for reviewing us. We see you rated the course 3-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve before your next round. Feel free to comment on this review or reach out to the team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Thanks for choosing Wind Watch Golf & Country Club!
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