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1000 Bloor St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 8S1, Canada

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Neil LaPointe
at 2024 Jul 27
Neil LaPointe
at 2024 Jul 27
I have finally played a round of 18 and here are my takes.

TLDR: terrible greens, players not following rules or etiquette, an absent marshal, shared tee boxes with other holes.

The course varies for an executive course. Some short, some medium length. You could get away with a 3, 5, 7, PW and a lofted wedge with ease.

Tee boxes and fairways are well maintained. I will say, the shared tee boxes are not ideal, especially with how many novices are playing.

Most people take a power cart, however it's perfectly walkable. The power carts take away from some of the pleasure of an executive course. They're noisy, and considering how few people actually know the rules of the game and etiquette, there's cart tracks everywhere. They're especially bad on the greens.

The greens, they're in pretty terrible shape. Between dead patches and divots that players don't repair (leave the course better than when you played should be everyone's mantra) I can say that I repaired well over two dozen divots that I did not make.

16th is an absolutely dreadful. The separated white and blues from the Reds caused us to nearly hit a father and son duo who jumped ahead 2 seperate times. They teed up without checking their surroundings.

The course marshals aren't doing their jobs on this golf course. They aren't doing anything to ensure the rules are being followed, that players are mindful of their lineup. The one time I saw the marshal, he was whizzing by without a care.

The driving range is mid-low end on the quality. The balls have been very very very well used, unfortunately this skews your shot pattern. I don't expect brand new, but when the balls have been worn down to the point where there are no dimples, they should have been retired ages ago. They do have some newer balls, but they are in the minority.

The grass tees are good, good feel, divot well, and they do take good care of them.

The chipping green could use some work. The grass is not greens quality, so you can't get a feel for roll or spin. The sand trap is a pond at this point, great practice for out of a water hazard.

The shining star for the facility is the price. I would normally give a range like this 2 or lower, but the price for a large bucket is excellent.
Dave T
at 2024 Jun 16
Dave T
at 2024 Jun 16
The driving range is a dump. They have a mat and grass area. The grass area has been completely neglected and nothing is growing there. The ground feels like concrete. The mat section isn’t any better unfortunately. The mats are the lowest grade mats you can get and it feels like you’re hitting off concrete. The range balls are garbage too. I will never come back.

Edit: Addressing the owner’s response, I refuse to be gaslit. To clarify:

1. My criticism wasn’t about the age of the balls but their quality. The density and feel of a ball are not age-related issues. If the owner is new to the business, I can provide contacts for manufacturers that sell superior range balls—typically in yellow.
2. Similarly, my issue isn’t with the age of the mats but their quality. A quick Google search for a reputable company like Fibrebuilt will show the stark difference compared to the substandard mats currently in use.
3. Regarding the desolate grass area, it’s surprising the owner needs to send a crew to examine such an obvious problem.

In short, don’t take my word for it. Visit and see for yourself.”

Feel free to adjust any part to better match your style or specific points!
Shane Hamilton
at 2024 Jun 02
Shane Hamilton
at 2024 Jun 02
Had our wedding here this past weekend. Absolutely phenomenal food. Accommodated some vegan dishes and received nothing but rave reviews from our guests. Place looked great. Staff was helpful and considerate. Party was amazing.
loulou H
at 2024 Feb 14
loulou H
at 2024 Feb 14
Very fun family owned golf spot. The prices are reasonable and the snacks aren’t bad either. They even have deals on their 18hole games at times. Would definitely recommend for a date, my husband and I always have a great time playing
Jimmy M
at 2023 May 09
Jimmy M
at 2023 May 09
There is a couple really unique layout holes we love playing. And overall always enjoy playing here.

Amazing place if you are just starting out and looking for a cheap place to learn without having to drop a lot to play a round. However the grass and grounds are not the most well kept but the prices are very affordable on the wallet. So pick what you want to spend your dollars on.

We have been playing here on the weekends for 3years now. Never any Marshall so no guarantee you finish in 3 hours but overall you get what you pay for. We keep coming back and will continue!
Haroon Ikram
at 2021 Sep 19
Haroon Ikram
at 2021 Sep 19
Went on a Sunday evening to the driving range and it was great. They had lots of empty spots for driving including a side area on the real grass where you can use your own conventional tees rather than the artificial grass and rubber tees. The prices were in line with what I have paid at other ranges and no issues. Staff in the shop seemed decently friendly.
Ashley Wells
at 2020 Sep 23
Ashley Wells
at 2020 Sep 23
A unique layout of holes, including challenging Blue tee boxes on 2, 3, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14 and 15 measures an additional 115 yards. Bravo to the crew who dreamed up that box way back there, seeing the line as a potential shot. A very affordable course, which reflects in the pace of play. No Marshall, no guarantee you finish in 3 hours.

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