I live across Virginia in Roanoke (250 miles away!), but I try to get over to play the "Eagle" at least once per season. What one of the 2014 reviewers said about the course needing some repairs is true, but please do not get the impression that every sand trap is a muddy mess. I played here on Wed. July 30th, 2014, and only saw a few of the traps (I tried to look at most of them) that were desperately in need of being ripped apart and being restored. I used to be on a golf committee, and that is the ONLY way that will last to fix a sand trap with major drainage issues. The other thing that needs attention now are cart paths. The dozens of old hardwood trees (mostly oak ones, I think) have been causing the cart paths to have serious bumps in them on almost every hole. Not every inch of cart path needs repair .... but if capital funds could be found it would be great if they could rip up the most severely damaged sections and "verticut" the roots of the trees that are causing the upheavals. But hey, this is one SPECTACULAR golf course!! Both the 9th and 18th holes are approach shots over water to elevated greens. Use extra club!! They and several other holes (5th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 16th and 17th) are beautiful but sometimes deadly, like a femme fatale.
The last reviewer had it right,,,,, First rate and Solid all the way.... Enought said,,,,, Go find out for yourself.... Great walking course,,,,,,,,,,SKA, Tucson, Arizona
The title says it all. There is a lot of deferred maintenance on the golf course. It is without a doubt the best designed golf course on the northern neck. It's current condition doesn't do justice to the vision in the original design work.
This was a beautiful golf course that we wouldn't mind playing again later in the season. Unfortunately, while we were there the fairway grass was dormant and it had been raining hard, so the ball didn't roll as much as we would have liked. No one else played that morning while we were there.
Be sure to reserve a cart ahead of time. Usually can walk on, but they don't have many carts and no caddys
We enjoyed this long golf course, which is also available for walking on the cart paths. You may sight an eagle.
The golf pro (Rich) moves heaven and earth to make your golf experience the best that it can be. Course is both challenging and fun to play, and the lunch special is an excellent value. We have been coming to the Golden Eagle for close to 20 years, and we will continue to do so every year.
In beautiful shape when we played it. Very challenging holes as well as beautiful scenery. Easy distance from The Tides Inn.
Actually, we stuck to the "Little Eagle" right on the main grounds of the Inn. Nine holes, each between 75 and 130 yards. Step out of your room with a few clubs, get a good "short game" workout, and be having drinks on the patio in about 45 minutes. We were there in spring, before the "season" started, and could play anytime; had the whole "course" to ourselves. Not much in the way of hazards, but the grooming measured up to any "full size" course. This would be a great place to introduce kids or beginners to golf.
Wonderful golf course nestled in the Northern Neck of Virginia. Each hole is a chapter in a delightful story. A must play for anyone who appreciates the game.