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4.7
439 Reviews (439)
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
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4.8
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6311 yards
Slope 132
Rating 70.0
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Settlers' Ghost Golf Club
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Course Details

Year Built 2004
Architect John F. Robinson (2004)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Caddies Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Canada (2023 #17)

Reviews

4.7
439 Reviews (439)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 28
Patio Dining 25
Brunch 18
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 51
Undulating Greens 34
Bunkers 25
This course/club is great for:
Locals 33
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 33
Advanced Golfers 30
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 44
Convenient to the City 15
In the 'Burbs 9

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Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart

First time playing Settlers Ghost and unfortunately a very cold day. Look forward to trying again in the Spring 2021'
Very friendly and accommodating staff.

Cheers

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Final round

Probably last round of the year, course was in great shape, staff were as friendly as ever, look forward to seeing everyone next year ( Covid free I hope)!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Immaculate condition

We had to leave after 6 holes due to a tornado warning.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Friendly Gem of a Course

My enjoyable experience @ Settlers Ghost started with a friendly visit to the starter, who happily, and professionally, got everyone on their way.( despite the pressures of a company tournament also occurring that day !!!
I noticed the demographic of the golfers...sons taking their Moms, Dads ( old & young sharing a day out.with family/friends....I never saw one disgruntled group due to the friendliness, pace of play, well maintained course, and the very fair price of this gem of a course ( try finding that at Glen Abbey on a Saturday ...lol!!!).Everyonei I talked to seemed to play there regularly, and lent helpful advice to this Ghost newbie. ..and at the end of the round, the young man at the pro shop ran out to the parking lot to return my phone I had left in the cart...awesome service !!!!
The course was challenging, well laid out ( easy to find the next hole), and I definitely cant wait to golf at this professionally run, but also home town charming gem of a course...thank you Settlers Ghost...it was definitely worth the long journey !!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 126
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Favourite course in the area

Beautiful fall day, and understandably course was full. Walking helped keep the late afternoon chill out. Fall colours were still spectacular on many holes.
Always a treat here. Staff are very friendly/helpful.
Have to think/manage your way around the course....

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
1.0
Previously Played

Disorganized and rude

This season has been an adjustment for staff and golfers alike. A little kindness goes a long way. That being said, I’m not going to be scolded like a child by a grumpy Marshall for following the instructions of the pro shop. I checked in at the shop and was given the thumbs up to grab any cart and go. At the first tee an ornery old fellow (Doug) grilled me as to whether or not I checked in with the starter. Apparently I was to stop at an unmarked pop up tent in the parking lot. Go back and check in! I drive back to the tent and a very confused woman was trying to figure out names and times. I give her my name and she says I can go. There has been enough COVID golf to put up signage and figure out how to direct traffic. Budget course with budget staff. Let’s see how long this new ownership lasts.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

Gotten worse

Course conditions were good as always but very disappointed in the fescue being cut down everywhere. It is just rough now between fairways and makes this course play very easy. Many driveable par 4s and easily reachable par 5s without the danger of missing fairways. Many blind tee shots combined with now wide open layout also makes it a dangerous place as it is very easy to hit into groups in front of you. Likely won't be back.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Nice course

Good layout, and the course is in great condition, green rolls fast and true.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 0-4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Settlers Ghost

The course was thatching the fairways that day as well as they had aerated the greens earlier that week. They could have posted this info during the booking.
Otherwise, the course was in good condition and was good value.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice fall day for golf

Enjoyed our round at Settlers Ghost. Staff very friendly and The course was in excellent condition. Also recommend the restaurant at the course.

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

Maintenance

Some maintenance going on which Is EXPECTED at this time of year. Aeration, top dressing and verticutting ... but these are required to keep things in top shape. If you play a lot you will run into these especially in the fall. Always a good play to play.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Disappointed in the fact the course alert did not explain the back nine was closed due to aeration. Overall course condition was great. Staff friendly and understanding.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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