Rye Golf Club

Rye Golf Club has one of the more unique ownership structures in golf, as it was purchased by the city of Rye during the ‘60 to prevent its closure. Thus members benefit from no initiation fee and relatively low annual dues for the golf-laden Westchester County, with a Devereux Emmet design for their enjoyment. Some development was allowed, however it sits within a corridor that breaks up the two halves.

Property that may have been more attractive to buyers, such as that which looks out to Milton Harbor and its salt marshes, have been left for the golf course. Players will approach the harbor during the 480-yard No. 7, the top handicap hole, before playing a pair of short par fours on the water, and will eventually play the final two par threes of the round along the salt marsh. The course is a traditional “out and back,” ending up at the farthest point from the clubhouse after eight holes.

Adding to Emmet’s historic route is the historic clubhouse. Whitby Castle was acquired by the club as part of its purchase of the estate of George C. Park.