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2.0
1049 Reviews (1049)
5 Stars
77
4 Stars
270
3 Stars
203
2 Stars
159
1 Stars
340
Conditions
1.7
Value
2.2
Layout
3.4
Friendliness
3.6
Pace
3.5
Amenities
1.9
31.1%
Recommend this course
509 out of 1049 reviews
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2.1
18 Reviews (18)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
1
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2
1 Stars
10
Conditions
1.9
Value
2.3
Layout
3.9
Pace
3.7
Amenities
1.9
StaffFriendliness
3.6
38.9%
Recommend this course
7 out of 18 reviews
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1.9
76 Reviews (76)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
12
1 Stars
40
Conditions
1.6
Value
2.1
Layout
3.5
Pace
3.7
Amenities
1.8
StaffFriendliness
3.5
32.9%
Recommend this course
25 out of 76 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6679 yards
Slope 127
Rating 72.1

Opened in 1929, Old Orchard Country Club has a classic design with challenges that stand up to modern golf courses. Throughout the course, you'll see traces of the site's former use as a farm. Ancient apple trees from the original orchard frame many of the holes. The diverse layout will test you with a variety of different shots but the gently rolling terrain makes for an easy walk. Skill and strategy will be generously rewarded but it's not an overly punishing layout for the high handicapper. Old Orchard's greens play true and fast and they are often flanked with strategically positioned bunkers. A stream wanders through the golf course, coming into play on several holes. Golfers will face a tricky island green on the par-5 seventh hole as well as an almost-island green on the par-4 13th.

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Course Details

Year Built 1929
Greens Rye Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect A. W. Tillinghast (1929)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Reviews

2.0
1049 Reviews (1049)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 30
Bunkers 24
Forced Carries 13
This course/club is great for:
Locals 44
Walkers 17
Seniors 15
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 20
Near Local Attractions 16
Convenient to the City 13

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Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Previously Played

Spring is here

First nice weather in some time, great to play at old orchards. Generally course was “ok,” which is to say it was in good shape considering all the bad weather. Still using fall setup, but still fun. Greens growing in nicely, fairways mowed and tee boxes neat. Many trees and scrubs have been cleared really improving playability. More forgiving. Looking forward to more rounds at Old Orchard.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 04/16/2018:
We are sorry to see that your overall experience was anything short of 5 stars. We hope you'll give us another try in the near future.
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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Worse golf course, everything was horrible

tee boxes were filled with alot of dirt, No fairways on any hole, I lost ten ProV titleist balls. The rough was terrible you would loose ball if you hit in the rough because of the dandelions that were all over the course even their so called fairways. Water in some sand bunkers even had weeds growing in three of their sand bunkers. I recommend to have this course deleted from Golf Now. Also two of my friends started a fight because they were tired of looking for their balls which was taking at least 15 minutes to look for before you just would drop another ball. We all took off to enjoy our golf day in which we lost a day's pay to play the worst golf course around. I really would like to get a refund for all four golfers because this course was not worth playing.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
2.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Poor conditions

There was no distinction between rough and fairway. The “fairway” had dandelions everywhere which made it tough to find your ball. The “fairway” would have been considered too tall to play a soccer game on. $60 was unacceptable for the condition of the course.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

not worth the money unless you like playing in the rough all day even when you stripe a ball down the center of the fairway

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Don’t Do It

Shockingly bad course 😂. No tee boxes, no fairways, and putting greens are equivalent to a gravel road. Other than that it’s great!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
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Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 39
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Reviews 39
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

Terrible

Anyone rating this course above one star was drunk before teeing off on this dog track.

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Reviews 93
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
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Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Poor conditions

Greens were disease-ridden and the cart paths were really poor.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 5
1.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
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Previously Played

Very sad that this course has not had proper maintenance in years. Just sell the property and build condos

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Save your Money

I dont know who wrote that long poem of a review a few posts ago (maybe an employee) but this is the worst course i have ever played. This course is in ownership/management transition and nothing is being done to maintain the course during.

Play another course unless you can play this one for less than $10

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
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 Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Old orchard

I love this place it’s right around the corner from my work and it’s an awesome layout for a golf course! Really cool spot the staff is awesome always friendly and willing to help. Conditions are a bit rough sometimes but I’m no pro golfer so I don’t mind. Great spot to play 18 holes if you ask me!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart

A Memorable Experience at Old Orchard Country Club

I had the pleasure of playing at the Old Orchard Country Club, marking my first time teeing off on an American golf course. While it proved to be the most challenging course I've ever encountered, the overall experience was thoroughly enjoyable.

The standout feature of Old Orchard was undoubtedly its difficulty level. The course presented a formidable challenge, demanding precision and strategy in every swing. The 13th hole, in particular, stood out as the pinnacle of difficulty. Its layout required a perfect balance of power and finesse, making it a true test of skill. Navigating this hole was an exhilarating challenge that added an extra layer of excitement to the round.

Despite the course's demanding nature, I found immense joy in every aspect of the game. Old Orchard's unique design and the meticulous craftsmanship of each hole showcased the essence of American golf. The course's charm lay not just in its difficulty, but in the sheer pleasure derived from overcoming each obstacle.

One of the highlights of the round was the unforgettable 7th hole. The green, set like a picturesque island, added a delightful twist to the game. The challenge was not only in reaching the green but also in executing precise wedge shots to ensure a successful play. This hole exemplified the kind of strategic thinking and skillful execution that make golf such a rewarding sport.

Old Orchard Country Club, with its challenging layout and memorable features, provided an unforgettable introduction to American golf courses. The experience, though demanding, was a testament to the craftsmanship and thoughtfulness invested in the course's design. I left Old Orchard with a sense of accomplishment, having conquered a challenging course and created lasting memories on the greens. I look forward to returning to this exceptional golfing haven and tackling its unique challenges again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 12/07/2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review of your experience at Old Orchard Country Club. We are glad to hear that you found the course challenging and enjoyable, and we appreciate your kind words about our unique design and craftsmanship. We apologize if the difficulty level was not to your liking, but we are pleased that you left with a sense of accomplishment and lasting memories. We look forward to welcoming you back to our exceptional golfing haven in the future.

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Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
2.0
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First Time Playing

Could be one of the best in NJ but

The course layout is one of the best but unfortunately the current owner doesn’t invest enough In maintenance.

I was told the course was sold to developers and the owners are no longer maintaining.

Great place if you are a beginner because the fairways and Greens are not maintained and you will learn quickly how to play out of the rough 😀

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/31/2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the lack of maintenance. We appreciate your kind words about the course layout and value your feedback as we continue to improve.

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Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

You get what you pay for.

This place is unfortunately not worth the price of admission. The greens are bumpy, the fairways are not upkept. I was lucky enough to get a hot deal and not pay double. There are much better courses around that are worth the price for a little bit more.

This place has gone downhill. The last time I played here was 3 years ago and nothing changed.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 10/24/2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We apologize for any negative experience you had during your visit and appreciate your feedback.

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