sballer06

Played for the first time on my honeymoon. Was better than I expected with great a staff who were extremely friendly. Was fortunate to play by myself and my wife who rode along. The course was in great shape although the the greens were much slower than I would have guessed. No need to be long off the tee (I used driver 2x only) but need to keep it straight and controlled. If you ever have a chance to play, it's absolutely worth it. The sights and vistas are second to none.

Had pretty high expectations heading into playing the course given it is a TPC course and it certainly lived up everything I thought. I would compare this course much more favorably that TPC Sawgrass (Dye's Valley Course). The course was in excellent condition with a good variety of holes. Personally was a fan of the font 9 a bit more than the back, but holes 17 & 18 are 2 great finishing holes (par 3 and par 5). Would highly recommend and would consider a top course option in both the metro and state.

Great course - very unique compared to others in area with a Links style. Greens roll quick and true. Good variation of holes - back plays more difficult than front. Overall a great course and would highly recommend it.

So obviously this is a bucklist with a high price tag and I had high expectations entering the round. The course not only met them all, it exceeded them. Probably got a big break given it was about 72 degrees with minimal wind and sunny. The atmosphere is first class and the sheep roaming the course are a nice touch. Amazing vistas from just about every hole. The pace of play was pretty slow, not due to slow play, but because of course length. There aren't too many better finishing holes than #18 Dyeabolical

Great course right off of Lake Calhoun. The overall atmosphere of the entire club is top notch. If you have a chance to play here, take it, you won't be disappointed.

One of my favorite courses ever played and definitely one of the top courses in the state. Make a great weekend out of it by making a stop at The Legend at Giants Ridge and The Quarry at Giants Ridge. These 3 courses can compete with any golf destination in the US with a unique northwoods feel, at a fraction of the cost given peak season greens fees less than $100. Me and a few buddies make the trip every year for our Bogey Monster Open showdown

Everytime I have played Refuge it has been pretty windy which has made it a tough round. Its a bit of a hike to get to but given some of the offers available (Groupon) it is well worth the trip.