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There is much to be said about my experience at Sweetbriar golf course.

There were numerous sneaky water hazards that really challenged your decision and shot-making abilities. The greens were well-maintained, and offered some great elevation variances. It was busy, but the pace of play was smooth, overall. The ranger was very helpful in keeping it moving by scouting for your balls. Great guy!

One thing that stood out the most to me-

It was especially nice to play golf where a popular television series was filmed. Not many people know that this is where Daenerys and the Dohraki rode to battle Ser Jamie’s army in Game of Thrones. This legendary landmark was once blasted by fire from Drogon! The battle spanned across the many acres of this course, leaving it in total ruins, to this day. Scorched earth! While playing, a buddy of our group was a mere inches of acing hole number four. There hasn’t been a shot that spectacular on this hole since Bronn sent an arrow from the Scorpion into Drogon’s side! I digress... What a shot, Doug!

The illustrious fairways were of a rich umber and brown tone, providing maximum yardage for your drive. I gained 20-30 yards just from the roll! I typically like practice my iron game at my local abandoned K-Mart parking lot, so the fairways at Sweetbriar made me feel right at home! If you’re lucky, some of your shots may land alongside one of holes of the neighboring Legacy course. If so, you are able to sneak a peek at a course that applies irrigation systems with its greens fees. Cool!

I will admit the cost to play seemed a bit higher than I felt it should have been, given the conditions of the course. Understandably, it has been a hot and dry summer, with very little rain. If you do play Sweetbriar, I would recommend you pony-up and pay the additional ~$20 for the Legacy course. At least the cart girl will come around. Maybe.

We did have a good time, and it was a fun round. Times are tough, but the staff was friendly and practicing all of the proper safety protocols! I would like to play the course outside of peak Summer conditions.