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4.3
795 Reviews (795)
5 Stars
319
4 Stars
347
3 Stars
88
2 Stars
21
1 Stars
20
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.2
94.7%
Recommend this course
720 out of 795 reviews
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4.5
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.6
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
100.0%
Recommend this course
28 out of 28 reviews
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4.2
116 Reviews (116)
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
48
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
94.8%
Recommend this course
110 out of 116 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6920 yards
Slope 128
Rating 72.5

Opened in 1926, in the "Classical ERA" of U.S. course development, St. Andrews Golf & Country Club has been recognized as the oldest family owned-operated golf course in Illinois.
St. Andrews Golf & Country Club was originally built in 1926 as a rival to the Chicago Golf Club. Since then, the club has built its own reputation and stands out for its two championship golf courses and top-ranked practice center. The St. Andrews Course is the club's original layout before the Joe Jemsek Course was added in 1929. It is also the longer of the two golf courses. The club and course draw their name from the famous Scottish club known as the "home of golf," but the course is far from being a seaside links. Instead, the mostly flat layout weaves through mature trees. The golf course offers a challenge with tight, tree-lined doglegs and large, contoured greens framed with sand bunkers. It has a memorable finish with a par 4 that features a water hazard along the entire right side of the fairway.

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Course Details

Year Built 1926
Fairways Bent
Greens Bent
Golf Season Year round
Architect McGregor (1926)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
GPS 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, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Reviews

4.3
795 Reviews (795)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 36
Watching the Game 16
Amazing Food 11
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 41
Undulating Greens 38
Water Hazards 24
This course/club is great for:
Locals 41
Playing Multiple Courses 29
Seniors 24
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 54
Worth the Drive 20
Convenient to the City 9

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5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Saint Andrews never disappoints

Course was in very good condition, staff was very friendly. The pace of play was a bit slow as there were several twosomes ahead of us, and instead of having them combined into foursomes, they left them separated, which back things up a bit. We literally dropped our last putt on 18 as the sky opened up and poured down rain.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Skill Intermediate
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3.0
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First Time Playing

Pace of play

We went to golf and were behind 2 foursomes that were walking. I know it’s a part of the game but it makes it really hard to get into a groove when you are waiting 10 min at every hole to tee off.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/13/2023

We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced during your golf outing. We understand that waiting for a long time at each hole can disrupt your rhythm and enjoyment of the game. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we appreciate your review.

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Reviews 22
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

No one around

Great day Teed off at 11:15 and didn't run into anyone on the course. Finished in3.5 hours

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 180
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Top 250 Contributor
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Day

Pace of play was great. Threesome only waited a little bit. Played course in 3:40. Course was in good shape. And paying only $24 walking is an excellent value.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Sure bet

ST Andrews can always be counted on to deliver a great golfing experience. Challenging but fair layout on BOTH courses. Courses are ALWAYS in excellent condition. Greens, fairways and rough are always in great condition. Even the bunkers, which MOST Midwestern courses struggle to make & keep truly playable, are in good shape, allowing you to attempt (& occasionally execute. LOL!) ACTUAL bunker shots. Beverage carts are routinely available. Marshal is usually around attending to pace of play too. The 19th hole is truly enjoyable. All in all, I GLADLY drive past other courses in favor of St Andrew's & will continue to do so.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Incredibly slow pace of play

Anytime I go to this course, we are always waiting for at least 2 groups infront of us. They always have tee times available and I think that’s part of the problem. If you want to play 9 holes in just under 3 hours, this is your course

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/10/2023

We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the wait time at our course. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration to improve our services. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Shape

Despite the drought, the course was in terrific shape. The fairways, greens and tee boxes were watered well. One of the better maintained courses in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
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 180
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Incredible value

Only catch is you have to pay for a cart seperately, but it's a great deal for a good course.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice golf course.

Impressive golf course. I’m a very amateur player, and I struggled on the greens at this course, but it was a pretty and visually appealing course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
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Commented on 07/04/2023

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 for playing St. Andrews Golf & Country Club - St. Andrews Course, and we hope to see you again soon.

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Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Best Value in the Burbs

Both courses at St. Andrew's are in good condition. the #1 Course, St Andrews is a slightly easier track with slight undulation and fairly open holes. Some nice bunkering makes a few greens a bit harder to attack but overall a fun course to take on. Highly recommend playing either #1 or #2 here, the cost can't be beat in the chicago suburbs.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 06/26/2023

Hello. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We would love to know how we can earn those last two stars next time! Thanks for playing St. Andrews Golf & Country Club - St. Andrews Course.

Played On
Reviews 72
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Walked
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Overall a nice facility

First the positives. The facility is top notch. Great practice facilities, club house and restaurant. Employees are friendly. Overall shape of course is pretty good. Negatives. Tee boxes are beat up and pace of play is slow. Rangers try to move things along but the course gets way overbooked. Tee boxes most likely reflect the overbooking.

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