An early Doug Carrick design, the course at Greystone Golf Club was one of the four original facilities to fly the ClubLink flag back in 1993.
An early Doug Carrick design, the course at Greystone Golf Club was one of the four original facilities to fly the ClubLink flag back in 1993.
One of the four original courses in the ClubLink portfolio, Greystone is one of Doug Carrick’s earliest designs, dating back to 1991. Situated adjacent to the environmentally sensitive Niagara Escarpment in Milton, this 18-hole layout is routed across a rugged landscape, leading to a number of substantial changes in elevation between the 1st and 18th hole on this tree-lined layout.
The course begins and ends with short par five holes, allowing golfers to start and end their round with an easy par or even a birdie. Highlights in between the opening and closing holes include the left doglegged short par four 8th, the even shorter par four 15th (which measures a mere 301 yards from the back markers) and the right doglegged 16th, which is played from a severely elevated tee position.
Doug Carrick commented as follows:
“The undulating terrain, magnificent tree specimens, the dramatic elevation changes, the panoramic views of the Niagara Escarpment and surrounding countryside gave us a lot of natural features to build on. Using the long natural flowing lines of the escarpment as our inspiration, we developed a subtle routing that nestled gently into the rolling terrain.
In keeping with the mature setting, we went with a classical design, featuring medium-sized greens, steep-faced bunkers and several wetland hazards. As members and their guests will tell you, the escarpment creates captivating optical illusions on many of the putting surfaces.”
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Welcome to a special episode of Top 100 Clubhouse called 'The Cutting Room Floor', where we release previously unheard podcast content. In this special we're jumping back to a couple of really interesting podcast guests. First, we return to our conversation with pro golfer Zac Blair. We continue to discuss Zac's project to build The Tree Farm, the importance of being able to walk the course, and the surprising back story of the Tree Farm bell! The second conversation is with David Margolis. We discuss his strong views on what makes a clubhouse shower great, where you can get the best clubhouse food, and his opinions on golf course rankings. Enjoy! Previous Episode - Don't Miss Out! The previous episode features John Caven. John is the General Manager at St Georges Golf & Country Club in Ontario, Canada. He previously worked at the exclusive Loch Lomond Golf Club, and has a lot to say about life in the golf industry and what it takes to host professional events in the current climate. What Are The Top 100 Clubhouse Podcasts About? Top 100 Clubhouse is the ultimate podcast for golf enthusiasts! Join us as we delve deep into the minds of fascinating individuals from every corner of the golfing world. From players to course designers, caddies to golf historians, we'll leave no stone unturned in our quest to share unique insights and experiences with the Top100 Community. Together we'll explore the stunning courses and breathtaking landscapes, enjoying the unforgettable stories that bring the game of golf to life. How Do I Listen To The Latest Top 100 Clubhouse Podcast? You can download and listen on the following links. Listen now, wherever you download your podcast! Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcast Podtail We Need Your Feedback? The Next Podcast Interview? Top 100 members can share their views on who should join the next Top 100 Clubhouse podcast show? If you have an idea who you would like to hear, why not drop our Top 100 Clubhouse host James Henderson an email on james@top100golfcourses.com Happy Listening!
This week we welcome John Caven to the Clubhouse. John is the General Manager at St Georges Golf & Country Club in Ontario, Canada. He previously worked at the exclusive Loch Lomond Golf Club, and has a lot to say about life in the golf industry and what it takes to host professional events in the current climate. Previous Episode - Don't Miss Out! The previous episode features David Davis. David is a Partner at Top100golfcourses.com and Co-Founder of The Lockhart Travel Club. The 43rd person to finish playing the World Top 100 (November 2018). A true golf travel and golf course architecture enthusiast who has been a golf course panelist and international course rater for over 15 years. A father of 3 kids and a lifetime expat, originally from Oregon, having now lived overseas (in The Netherlands) for the better part of 30 years. What Are The Top 100 Clubhouse Podcasts About? Top 100 Clubhouse is the ultimate podcast for golf enthusiasts! Join us as we delve deep into the minds of fascinating individuals from every corner of the golfing world. From players to course designers, caddies to golf historians, we'll leave no stone unturned in our quest to share unique insights and experiences with the Top100 Community. Together we'll explore the stunning courses and breathtaking landscapes, enjoying the unforgettable stories that bring the game of golf to life. How Do I Listen To The Latest Top 100 Clubhouse Podcast? You can download and listen on the following links. Listen now, wherever you download your podcast! Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcast Podtail We Need Your Feedback? The Next Podcast Interview? Top 100 members can share their views on who should join the next Top 100 Clubhouse podcast show? If you have an idea who you would like to hear, why not drop our Top 100 Clubhouse host James Henderson an email on james@top100golfcourses.com Happy Listening!
18th July 2008 Rock Golf Club - Muskoka reopens Closed for the 2007 golf season to facilitate a series of improvements, the award winning The Rock Golf Club re-opened on Thursday, May 22 to rave reviews. Completed course upgrades have made a great golf course even better. The Rock Golf Club is a classic Muskoka golf club that established itself from the start as one of Canada’s finest golf courses. Voted best new golf club in Canada when it originally opened in 2004, The Rock Golf Club, quickly earned a reputation with golfing enthusiasts as a course that was technically challenging as well as spectacular in beauty. Designed by golfing legend Nick Faldo - his first golf course to be built in Canada, The Rock Golf Club hugs the shoreline of beautiful Lake Rosseau, one of Muskoka’s premier lakes. The 6545-yard course, carved out of the rugged Canadian Shield, is truly distinctive with tight tree-lined fairways, strategically placed ponds and bunkers, slopping greens, sheer rock walls and the ever-present large granite rock outcroppings from which the course was named. Managed by Marriott Golf, one of the world’s foremost golf course operators, The Rock closed back in the fall of 2006 for the planned modifications. These renovations, which were overseen by Nick Faldo and implemented by his design team, included the redesign of six holes, the expansion of the tee areas and widening fairway landing zones. This massive project also included alterations to 14 holes, the removal of 16,480 square feet of surface rock and the reconstruction of all greenside bunkers. Completed renovations of The Rock Golf Club and its scheduled reopening had been planned to coincide with the highly anticipated opening later this summer of The Rosseau, the prestigious new JW Marriott Resort and Spa at Red Leaves. The Rock’s improved course will compliment the world-class amenities of The Rosseau, a 221-room luxury resort that includes a spa, marina and a 700-acre nature reserve; further enhancing Muskoka’s reputation as a leading destination resort area. “The modifications that we have made at The Rock were specifically intended to improve the overall playing experience for golfers of all skill levels and further establish The Rock’s reputation as one of the most spectacular courses in Canada,” states Greg Downer, Director of Golf, The Rock Golf Club. “I am confident that the improvements that we have made have done just that. The positive feedback that we have been receiving from golfers since we reopened in May has been phenomenal. People are saying that the course is now better then ever,” adds Downer. About The Rock Golf Club The Rock Golf Club in Minett, Ontario offers world-class golf, services, amenities and clubhouse facilities, including a pro shop, dining lounge and terrace with breathtaking views of the 1st and 18th holes. This Nick Faldo designed Muskoka golf course gives golfers of all skill levels the opportunity to test their game while enjoying the beautiful Muskoka scenery.
