GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.6
39 Reviews (39)
5 Stars
27
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
97.4%
Recommend this course
38 out of 39 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
0
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
0
Value
0
Layout
0
Friendliness
0
Pace
0
Amenities
0
0%
Recommend this course
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
0
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
0
Value
0
Layout
0
Friendliness
0
Pace
0
Amenities
0
0%
Recommend this course
Read Reviews

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 71
Length 6403 yards
Slope 119
Rating 69.7

Formerly known as Cranwell Resort, Spa & Golf Club.

Course Details

Year Built 1926
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season April 1- October 31
Architect Wayne Stiles (1926) John Van Kleek (1926)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
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

Available Facilities

Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Spa

Available Sports

Fitness

Reviews

4.6
39 Reviews (39)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Patio Dining 12
Drinks 11
Amazing Food 9
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 12
Undulating Greens 10
Bunkers 8
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 10
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 10
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 9
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 13
At a Resort 11
Near Local Attractions 7

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

PLAYED MAY 25TH 2016 WITH THE SAFARI GOLF ASSOCIATION

What a golf course excellent condition, greens were like putting on glass. The overall condition of the course was fantastic.
The staff and the 19th hole were excellent as well.
Looking forward to playing there again

Paul B

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

nice place

Played with the Safari club and had a great day of golf with fantastic folks. The course is scenic and has some tough sloping greens. The fairways and rough were in great condition.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Used cart

Perfect golf day!!

Golfed with the Safari Club on Wednesday.

The course is wonderful, greens challenging, the views breathtaking and the staff amazing.

This course is a challenge but accessible and the conditions and weather were perfect for a great round of golf. Can't wait to return!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Track

Played this last week with the Safari Club. Challenging layout, and given the heavy rain the night before, there wasn't much roll in the fairways, but course was in very good condition. Enjoyable round. Staff were very friendly and accomodating and I definitely would play it again -- especially in the Fall when the foliage must be spectacular.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem!

I played here with my friends in the Safari Club, and again, I was not disappointed. The course was in excellent condition and the greens were medium fast, as long as your ball was below the hole.
The staff was friendly and accommodating. The greens are being expanded this year, which is a good thing.
I can't wait to play it again! (Hopefully in the fall with the Safari Club) A great autumn course for leaf peeping golfers!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Super day of Golf

I played with the Safari Golf Club on Wed. and we had a great time. The course was in excellent condition and the greens were fast put true. If you were below the hole the putting was much better. Above the hole speed was critical . The staff was outstanding and we had a full group 144 people . If I have the chance I well go back and play a second round.
Note: we saw a black bear run across the course on front nine and a red fox took a look at us on the back nine. We had a super game of golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Safari Club Event

You should put this course on your must play list. It is in great condition and is very well run. The greens are true and a test of your putting skills. I can't wait to play this course again.

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Safari Club at Cranwell

I played the Cranwell Golf Resort course in Lenox, MA with the Safari Club yesterday and it was fantastic. The course was great, the people were great, the food was great and even the weather cooperated.
If you have an opportunity, everyone should go to play this course. We also saw great wildlife while playing our round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful setting

We played this course with The Safari group and with 140 players, the pace of play was good for the number of players. Cranwell is a very well maintained course with beautiful views. The staff is friendly and helpful.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Golfing in the Berkshires

A beautiful to spend a day. Course layout is varied and challenging. Staff is friendly and 19th hole has both a restaurant and a patio. Views are spectacular. Highly recommended. I played there with The Safari Club of western Massachusetts.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Cranwell in the Berkshires

Had a great day with the Safari Club yesterday at Cranwell. The course is in excellent condition, the staff was very helpful and the weather was fantastic in the Berkshires. The course was challenging but lots of fun to play. A great day on a super course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Spectacular

Traveling back to a gilded time is what one experiences when traversing the scenic beauty of this spectacular golf venue tucked away in the heart of the Berkshires. Sharing this experience with 140 other Safari Club members on an absolutely beautiful day in late May made the whole experience even that much more "spectacular". This is a must play venue for anyone looking for a very special experience through a round of golf.

Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

A treat to play Cranwell with The Safari Club!

I played Cranwell with The Safari Club on May 24th and a full field enjoyed absolutely beautiful weather, conditions and great company!

The course was immaculate with beautiful fairways, greens that were fast and true and great scenery that was enjoyed by everyone who played!

I will lay there again in the fall when the leaves are turning! Thanks for having The Safari Club!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent course

Played the course today with the Safari Club and had a very good time. Course was in good condition. Staff personal were very nice to deal with. Great time.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Just Go

Okay, the layout is great. The maintenance is excellent. The course is challenging. The staff is friendly and yes, the 19th hole has wonderful food and drink. But don't go for those reasons. Go because the whole place is just beautiful. The course, the views, the grounds and the facilities are just plain gorgeous. I played there again this year with the Safari Club and I was blown away once more. Just go!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Safari Road Trip

Love the Berkshires and in particular this course which is scenic and has many challenging holes Fairways and Greens were in pristine shape A definite come back course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Safari Club Oyting

Just got back from playing with the Safari Club. Had a grate time. Very nice course. Very good shape. Lots of elevated greens and down in a hollow greens. First time I broke 100 there. Will play there again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Cranwell is a treat to play.

I played with the Safari club on a beautiful day in May
from the green tees. I found the holes to be nicely varied in elevation and length. Fairways and greens in excellent condition. The Berkshires provided a beautifully scenic golf experience. Facilities were top notch.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Rough Around the Edges

Been a while since I played Cranwell and it was as scenic as I remember. Course is very nice but could use a little help, and they have to do something about a few of the greens, which will just frustrate the heck out of you.

Big rain storm the night before and they course was soggy in spots, a quagmire in others, so drainage is an issue. Not unusual for a mountain course. Unfortunately my lasting memory will be of the many greens that can only be called stupid. On more than one green, my friend dropped a ball out of his hand at or right near the hole, only to watch it roll away. On one or two greens the ball rolled all the way off. Very frustrating. We played the back 9 with a regular who told us that is a constant complaint about the course, especially from folks who have never played there.

I would say the course has great potential to be a real gem. Just needs a bit of updating.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Nearby Courses
Lee, Massachusetts
Semi-Private
0.0
0
Stockbridge, Massachusetts
Private
4.0
1
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Private
5.0
1
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Private
5.0
1
Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Semi-Private
4.5
2
Hinsdale, Massachusetts
Public
4.0
4
Dalton, Massachusetts
Semi-Private
4.6303
165
Great Barrington, Massachusetts
Private
0.0
0
Great Barrington, Massachusetts
Public
3.0
2
Lanesboro, Massachusetts
Public
4.5
4
Worthington, Massachusetts
Semi-Private
5.0
3
Blandford, Massachusetts
Private
5.0
1
Golf Packages

Shadowbrook Stay & Play Package

FROM $87 (USD)
TUNKHANNOCK, PA | Enjoy 3 nights' accommodations at Shadowbrook Resort and 2 rounds of golf at Shadowbrook Golf Course.

Seaview Stay & Play Golf Package

FROM $197 (USD)
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ | Enjoy 2 nights' accommodations at Seaview, A Dolce Hotel and 2 rounds of golf at Seaview Golf Club - Bay & Pines Courses.

Lansdowne Resort Stay & Play Golf Package

FROM $247 (USD)
LEESBURG, VA | Enjoy 2 nights' accommodations at Lansdowne Resort and 2 rounds of golf at The Golf Club at Lansdowne - Greg Norman & Robert Trent Jones Jr. courses.
Now Reading