A lot of woods to lose your balls in. Don't be too agressive on the shorter holes on the back nine, its designed to trick you to "go for it" when its short and to lay up when its long.

The walk between #14 and #15 is a 1/3 mile uphill climb! Like I said, if you blow your energy by #14, you'll triple bogey the last 4 holes from exhaustion (especially on a hot, humid day)

This is my home course, I live nearby and play it at least 12-15 a year. (I prefer Westcheter however). Don't be fooled, just because it's a city course, it is not an easy one. The 1st two holes alone are long and longer respectively. The layout is different. the original #15-18 were at what is now I-87/NY State Thruway. The new #15 - 18 are the "hill holes" and will eat you up after playing the first 14. Save some stamina for the last 4 holes. This is a course that plays like a marathon, not a wind sprint. Take time to enjoy it. They have a great early bird. You get 11 holes for $24 on the weekends before 630am! 9 ins't enough and 18 is too long before work, but 11 holes is just right. You play #8-18 and off around 8ish and off to the office! CLose to the subway too.

Customer Service

The pro in the shop is a bit dry, but very nice and works hard to get you out there and squeeze you in as a walkon.

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The snack shop/cafe is expensive for what you get.

Lots of trees, monster par-5 second hole (over 600 yds), nice layout, easily accessible by public transportation.

long ass walk from clubhouse to first tee; from 8th hole to 9th; from 14th to 15th; from 18th back to clubhouse

A short course with nice hills and plenty of trees. Most of the construction is finished, so it's no longer a "par 3" course with all those temporary tees. As long as your riding, Van is a lot of fun.

Customer Service

reservations are easy to make, front desk staff are all courteous and friendly

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restaurant serves Guinness, need i say more?

Long par-5's
Hilly(if you like it)
Historic

UNDER CONSTRUCTION OVER SIGNIFICANT PORTIONS
Slow play on weekends
$$Cha-ching$$

Will be a nice course after construction is completed. Right now, many holes are being renovated and you will be playing off temporary tees, etc. Lots of roped-off areas and ditches. Looking forward to seeing the new water-holes!

Very hilly course that gets moderately busy on the weekends with beginners, etc.

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