A view of a green protected by bunkers from The Club At Viniterra
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4.7
896 Reviews (896)
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9
1 Stars
8
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
98.5%
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4.6
14 Reviews (14)
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4.7
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.8
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Conditions
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Layout
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4.3
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7496 yards
Slope 142
Rating 75.2

Situated between Richmond and Williamsburg, the Club at Viniterra sprawls across abundantly wooded hills. There is no shortage of elevation changes on this Rees Jones and Greg Muirhead-designed golf course. There is a difference of as much as 70 feet from the tee to the green on most of the holes. When combined with the mature trees, the result is a tough layout that demands accuracy. Thankfully though, there are not many water hazards to contend with but there is strategically placed bunkering throughout. The golf course also provides a scenic round with working vineyards running alongside the lush fairways. In addition to being challenging, the Club at Viniterra prides itself on their environmentally sensitive practices. The golf course saves as much as 80 percent of the water used on traditional courses thanks to the use of a drought-resistant grass hybrid.

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Course Details

Year Built 2009
Golf Season Year round. High Season: April 1st – October 31st
Architect Rees Jones (2009) Greg Muirhead (2009)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed Yes
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire. No denim allowed

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis

Accolades

Reviews

4.7
896 Reviews (896)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 74
Elevation Changes 59
Forced Carries 51
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 60
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 44
Locals 39
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 66
Convenient to the City 17
Near the Airport 16

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Handicap 5-9
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3.0
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Modern Golf at its Best and Worst

Viniterra is the case study of everything that is great and awful about modern golf course architecture. On the positive side, the course is aesthetically beautiful. The elevation changes, hazards, and angles all come together perfectly to thrill the eye. The problem is that these also mean you can only play the course one way: driver off the tee that avoids a bunker or two in the landing area while also carrying a good distance to get over the gorge between the tee and fairway, then an elevated shot to a green that probably has a significant dip in front that prevents employing any sort of run-it-up strategy. Plus, with the course being so spread out, you not only can't walk, but you can't play fast. I played in a threesome of decent to good players who all played fast, and it still took us over four hours to play.
Even if this type of complaint doesn't bother you, I don't really understand who is playing this course and why. Brickshire, Kiskiack, and Colonial Heritage are both nearby, and both offer similar but better designs, as well as much better conditions. Viniterra has clearly fallen prey to the same problems that New Kent and Stonehouse did: they are either unwilling or unable to hire talented maintenance staff that can effectively deal with the steep slopes and massive elevation changes. Almost every bunker was washed out, while hills often had huge dead spots. Even the fairways were sparse, as somehow the Bermuda is struggling to fill in the gaps.
Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed my round here. And for $37 on GolfNow, it's a bargain. But I also wouldn't return unless someone really wanted to play here. Go once for something new, but I don't think you'll want to return.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/23/2018

Thank you for your review. We always appreciate feedback on how we can improve. You have to understand that Viniterra is a difficult course and players must not look at the yardage alone with selecting tees. Players should look at the slope and course ratings as this gives a good indication of what tees to play. Most of our normal play will play the forward tees which offers them the most enjoyable experience. As for our bunkers you must realize that we had a week of steady rain that totaled over 5 plus inches. Our Maintenance crew is very talented and is more than capable of handling the conditions of this course. Please understand that with the steady downpours last week we felt it was better not to try to fix the bunkers daily as they would wash out faster than they could push them. Our maintenance crew has 200 playable acres that they need to take care of and I can assure you that the crew is hard at work everyday making sure the course is playable for everyone. As you may know Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina golf courses were hit hard this year with Winter Kill. As you may know Winter Kill is always a problem for Bermuda. Viniterra was actually lucky as this course came out fairly well compared to other Virginia courses. We have talked to many other local courses and they have informed us that their courses suffered far greater losses. The Winter kill takes time to repair or fill in but again, we are far better than most VA courses. The pace of play is usually right at 4 hours for a foursome. We thank you for your review and hope you will give Viniterra another chance once we dry out. Fairways and Greens.

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Commented on 05/23/2018

Judging from this review I would have to believe that you are not from here and that you haven’t played those other courses you mentioned this year. I strongly disagree with this review as I play Viniterra, Brickshire and kiskiack quite often.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Definitely returning to play this course again

Beautiful layout. Outstanding early spring playing conditions. Personable and professional staff. One of the best golf experiences I have had in the Richmond area

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Winter is Over

Warm (mid 60s) and partly sunny day. Course conditions were fairly wet from the inch of rain the day before but balls did not plug. Bunkers didn't hold water. Greens were receptive leaving mild ball marks. Just fast enough where my preference was always under the hole. Rolled fairly true. Rough is non-existent as exhibited by tan colored dormant bermuda mown low. Fairways were dyed green and with the rain left lots of tight lies. Tee boxes were good since I didn't struggle to find a good spot. Can't wait for the growth spurt to happen.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great Course- little pricey

The course is in great shape and ready to play. it is a little pricey but not at the independence level. If you’re willing to take a little drive east of Richmond it is worth the trip. The practice facilities are one of the best in the area, staff is friendly and the food area is good.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course. Slow play

Great course for what I paid. Pace of play was slow though.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great challenging golf course

We played here two days in a row.
Amazing layout and very good playing conditions
Many tee box options for all still levels
Very friendly and welcoming staff.
Thank you!!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

I loved the course. I never played so good I like all the hills and valleys

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The course was a lot of fun to play. The beauty of it was also great.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Viniterra is a must play

If you haven't played this course you need to. It's absolutely gorgeous. Sloped fairways, level fairways, wide open fairways, very fast greens, tee boxes are in very good shape. I look forward to playing it again. It's right off I-64. 15 miles from Richmond and 25 miles from Williamsburg. You won't be disappointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Long and Slick

Beautiful and well maintained course. Very long and hilly with very nice bentgrass greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Course was in great shape. Fun and challenging to play. Back tees are 7500 yards.
Highly recommend to everyone.
Had lunch which was horrible. Don't recommend it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 138
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Maryland Advisor
Top 100 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Always in Excellent Condition

I walked on and played with a father and son from New York. We had an early tee time, and saw no one going to the tee for over 10 minutes, so we snuck out and never saw anyone in front of or behind us! Glad we didn't wait but slipped out early. The course was in excellent condition from tee to green. The course is challenging with lots of sloped fairways, unpredictable bounces, and some holes requiring target golf. Most fairways are wide, but still require course management to ensure you end up in a good spot. I always enjoy this course, and did on this day as well because of the twosome I joined and the pace of play. Seemed like we had the entire course to ourselves. Always able to recommend Viniterra.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

GREAT COURSE - PLAYABLE FOR ANYONE.

Early September, very wet due to two straight days of pouring rain. still, course was in great shape. couldn't play sand traps, as they were lakes; no fault of the course management, just too much rain. Enjoyed our round, even though CPO made for some long walks across soggy terrain.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 69
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Whahoo

Enjoyed it all but place of play. Foursome in front would not let our 2 some thru They were slow. Wife played best round of summer. 78.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Viniterra is a must play

If you haven't played The Viniterra you should. It's in very good shape tee to green, Wide fairways. it has undulating greens. Greens are smooth. Pro Shop was very helpful and the starter-Mark gave me some tips on the green. I look forward to going back again soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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