Check out available tee times if you're going to be in the neighborhood. Today was really wet, cart path only. One round at each course, on Sundays through Thursdays only, will cost $300 per person. There is also a grocery store, candy shop, nature center and post office. Point O' Woods, a Robert Trent Jones Sr. masterpiece, is known for its walkability. Find 2 external resources related to Point O'woods Golf & Country Club. Business transparency. Keep it in the fairway, get re... Tough, fair course. The two courses bear a lot of resemblance.
Around half the members come from Chicago, most of them within about a 90-minute drive. The course features challenging fairways, undulating greens, and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. Then play another safe shot toward the green, which sometimes means laying up short of the bunker complexes. Take in scenic views of our "Top 200" pristine Robert Trent Jones designed course. Point O' Woods is a park-and-woodlands course routed over mostly flat terrain. The club already had discounted its membership initiation fees to $7, 500 for full-equity golf applicants from $22, 500 nearly a decade ago, while keeping its annual dues reasonable at $5, 800. It makes me sad that both geography and finances keep me from playing Point O' Woods on a regular basis.
If the economy moves into a downward spiral, this could have significant effects on the stability of golf facilities nationwide. Tee it up and make some cash? Quote from: Tommy Williamsen on June 21, 2011, 01:25:47 PM I had not heard about comparaso s of POW to Medinah. Point O'Woods is informal, quiet, conservative, and private. Did not replied to negative reviews. Number of holes: 18 | Style of course: Parkland. Play is limited to members at this private facility. This discussion group is best enjoyed using Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari. The final call to cancel the tournament was made on April 1 by the PGA of America. How many holes does Point O'woods Country Club have?
Tough, fun and character. Contact Point O' Woods Country Club at 616-944-5851 for more information and details on holding a golf outing at the course. Trees line nearly every hole, and often make driving treacherous. Contact the golf course for upcoming events. Rest In... Sam and Joan Drake rocked that pool hall! Well come on out and enjoy the golf course at sunrise or sunset for a more tranquil experience. For families with children, Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club offers an array of activities to keep kids entertained throughout the year. B. Dougherty said over the phone, specifically with the golf industry, it's all about discretionary income. After renting for a year, they are eligible to buy. Head Pro: Fred Reeder.
With its stunning natural beauty, exceptional facilities, and warm hospitality from staff members who treat you like family – it's no wonder why this private club continues to be one of the most sought-after destinations in Benton Harbor! A course tour of Point O' Woods follows. The green is thus wider than it is deep. Restaurant and Dining Options:Contact Point O' Woods Country Club at 616-944-5851 for onsite or nearby dining options. With three different sized rooms along with an outdoor tent we can provide you the perfect setting for your special event! The par four tenth was another great hole. Available Memberships. Whether you've enjoyed Point O' Woods Golf Club for a few months or a few years, we hope you'll consider membership. My shot found the bunker on the slope. Greens at Point O' Woods are relatively large, which is fortunate, because a miss is likely to end up on a bunker.
At 398 yards, the hole crosses a ravine, then bends left around a fairway bunker to the green. Green Fees and RatesCall 616-944-5851 for rates and tee times. The Point O' Woods Golf and Country Club offers a complete suite of top-notch amenities, including a state-of-the-art locker room, a restaurant with both a lunch and dinner menu, the ability to work on your short game, as well as warm up for a round on the driving range. Playing from the correct tees and using good judgment, a bogey golfer can work his or her way around the course and post a good score. At we want to reward you, the Trip Captain, for working with our partner properties. Robert Trent Jones Sr. called Point O' Woods "Perhaps my best American course. With 6, 600 trees—each catalogued by species and number—Point O' Woods is actually far more thickly wooded than Medinah's celebrated No. This summer, Point O' Woods will combine forces with the new Benton Harbor course designed by Jack Nicklaus, the Golf Club at Harbor Shores (reviewed last week), to create a variety of package deals. Membership at Point O' Woods Golf & Country Club is highly sought after due to its exceptional facilities and welcoming community atmosphere. I don't understand it either. Blaine Troutman Reviews 1.
Overnight accommodations are available at additional charge at cottages on the Point O' Woods grounds. POW head golf professional Matt Flaherty said during a phone call that many members have already paid their dues in full this year. I don't count this as a forced carry, because as one of my playing partners discovered, you CAN play from the bottom of the ravine. Terry, I have played both as well. It's a Beautiful and nice place to golf. About Point O Woods Golf and Country Club. Rest In Peace, job well done. The PGA of America is one of the world's largest sports organizations, composed of PGA Professionals who work daily to grow interest and participation in the game of golf. For details on tee time availability, contact the course directly, or explore availability at nearby courses. "Right now, we are just trying to sustain the property to where it doesn't get out of control, " said Ellis during a phone call. It remains a true gem - a lasting tribute to Robert Trent Jones, Sr. Kevin Zachau Reviews 1.
Click here to learn more. Socializing not your cup of tea? We had some players who struggled a bit on this very challenging course, and we played a little but slow despite our efforts to finish in 4 hours (it took us about 4:15 to play), but the members playing behind us never squawked. I do not typically single out par threes in my reviews, but this is the hole that immediately comes to mind when I think of Point O' Woods.
I would drive back there in a heartbeat. Handicap accessible. Unique on Fire Island, part of the original railroad built by Captain Clock in the 1880's, still transports residents from the ferry to the ocean.