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Value
4.9
Layout
5.0
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.9
Amenities
4.9
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6863 yards
Slope 131
Rating 72.5

The Architects Golf Club is a unique layout that honors legendary course designers including Donald Ross, A.W. Tillinghast, and Alistair Mackenzie. Each hole is named after a famous designer, beginning with Old Tom Morris. The opening par 5 pays homage to St. Andrews' designer through the use of the existing features as hazards such as the rock wall and the sloping hillside that the green is deftly carved into. One of the most memorable holes is the 13th, another par 5 that will give you a taste of what it's like to play Augusta. This Alistair Mackenzie-inspired hole offers many risks and rewards. Golfers will face fairways bunkers and a pond on the left and then a creek that runs diagonally in front of the triple-tiered green. Position is the key to maneuvering this tough hole.

Course Details

Year Built 2001
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ron Whitten (2001) Stephen Kay (2001) Doug Smith (2001)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire must be worn at all times. Jeans (denim), tee shirts, bathing or gym shorts, tank tops and halter-tops are not permitted.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

Reviews

4.9
612 Reviews (612)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 55
Patio Dining 37
19th Hole Scenic Views 28
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 98
Elevation Changes 64
Undulating Greens 62
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 81
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 64
A Weekend Splurge 61
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 99
In the 'Burbs 48
Convenient to the City 16

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Reviews 3
1.0

Did not play

The course management refused to honor Golfnow reservation

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Commented on 08/02/2020

Keith thank you for your review! Due to COVID the course is not currently accepting GolfNow or 3rd party bookings. You can book a tee time directly with us by visiting our website! Sorry for any confusion that GolfNow might have caused due to posting tee times that were never authorized by the club!

Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
4.0
First Time Playing

Not worth it

Disappointing experience considering it is (or as I’ve come to realize, was) supposed to be a top course. The bunkers were cement traps with loads of rocks in them. For the amount they charge it is unacceptable. Some of the tee boxes had grass so long it bordered on rough.

The range system was annoying and frustrating and their clubhouse was COMPLETELY closed.

Not worth the movie.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 171
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Top 50 Contributor
First Time Playing

It was fine but missed out on a lot

Playing this course during covid was not the best time as the clubhouse was completely closed and most of the employees acted like they didn’t want to be there, especially the starter. As for the course itself it was in good condition, some burnt out spots but for the most part it was fine. The gimmick didn’t work for me on some of the holes, especially the Ross holes. There weren’t really any of the signature shelf greens you see on a lot of his courses. I’d recommend it for the novelty of playing it as the Old Tom Morris and Tillinghast holes are solid. I will say that the gentleman running the outdoor food stand at the turn was really great and engaging.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 98
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Tennessee Advisor
Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nice concept...nice conditions...nice round of golf

The Architects Club copies the famous holes of acclaimed gold course architects. It is a nice concept much like Tour 18 in Dallas or Golden Ocala in Florida (which is now private). If you are a golf nut, buy the yardage book that outlines the architect and the course where the hole is originally played.

The course conditions were outstanding and the greens were nice. A couple of greens showed some wear but it was the middle of summer and a course where I suspect there is a lot of play, so understandable.

Well worth a visit if you are in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Over priced and bad policies

Overall the staff is friendly, so not a review on them. The course was meticulous when I started playing it a decade ago. Was overpriced then, but worth it on occasion. Now it is not worth the pricing, and to make it worse some even the range (was great) is not worth it anymore. AFTER putting hundreds of dollars on the card, they changed the natural grass area to members only and put a dirty old mat on a cement walkway for anyone else. I can't imagine paying a membership for a course not worth the $118 they are charging individually. After the range cards are done, and a few gift cards remaining, I am more than likely done with this course. I can play courses just as nice, some better manicured, twice for that price by driving 3 miles to Easton PA. I can hit off a mat on my patio and save the range card as well. One positive, through the covid they have absolutely done a good job managing the carts/staff/distancing etc. And again, always friendly. Shame on the policy and pricing.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very nice course.

The course was in good shape for this time of year.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Walked

Good winter conditions

Good winter conditions, greens were very slow, can't complain being that it is the 1st week of March.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Winter Golf

For January, this course was in great shape. Love the layout. My favorite NJ course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent condition of course for this time of the year

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

very nice

Great day for November weather. Course was in great shape. Challenging holes with a ton of variety. Chance to use all the clubs in your bag. Worth the price in the early winter weather. Greens were good and the fairways were very nice. Recommend getting out before the snow.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Fall Golf...

Course was empty thanks to the rain the past couple of days...cart path only, but we were happy to get the extra work in!

Greens were imacculate and this continues to be a challenging course off the Blues - Golds would be very tough in these conditions..

Some renovations limiting club house use, but not a concern for us.

Finished in 3 1/2 hours, even with the cart path only rule..when it's this pace, a truly great day out and excellent value...

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course.

I had a great time today. The course was in great shape. It has a great layout and the fairways and greens were very good. Staff were great getting me paired up and golfing as well as service in the dining area. I will always look forward to playing at Architechs. We’ll done!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 27
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great time in the wind

It was very windy the day we played with the wind moving the ball sometimes 20 to 30 yards on our drives. The condition of the course was so nice this didn't effect us at all. Will definitely come back. One of the nicest coused in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Worth the Ride

I live 1 1/2 hours away from this course, nice ride, and the course looked great, with great views of the area. As a single, joined with,3 gentlemen, had a good time. Every hole was different, and greens in good shape got quicker as they dried from the morning dew.
If one has the opportunity, I recommend this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

great course

would highly recommend! we had a makeshift "tournament" occupying 12 tee times in front of ours, they played very slow but the staff rode around doing their best to keep pace while also letting my group and other groups behind know what was going on and what they were doing to try and get it moving better. course itself is awesome, a lot of fun and beautiful scenery.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great variety

This was my first time playing this course, and oh what a beauty! Course conditions were fantastic. Tea boxes, fairways and greens all in great shape. The greens themselves were fastThis was my first time playing this course, and oh what a beauty!
Course conditions were fantastic. Tea boxes, fairways and greens all in great shape. The greens themselves were fast and true.
I think the best thing about this course is the variation in the different holes. As the course name implies, each hall is designed after a different classic golf architect. What this means to the player is that each hole has a different character. You won't get bored playing this course.As the course name implies, each hall is designed after a different classic golf architect. What this means to the player is that each hole has a different character. You won't get bored playing this course. It is a very good test of golf with some quite difficult holes. Overall I had a great time and will be back to play this again.
It is a very good test of golf with some quite difficult holes.
Overall I had a great time and will be back to play this again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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