If you have played the course you will know that the opening tee shot, when starting the course from the 1st is quite an intimidating hole and to walk away with a par is an achievement, as you must hit from an elevated tee, outside the pro shop, over and between the 18th and 9th greens to land on the fairway across the valley. Not forgetting the brook below. I think the term simple might be slightly understated. Theres plenty of variety, with well guarded greens, which usually play fairly quickly, in play most of the year. The bunkers can be a little inconsistent, but they are meant to be hazards. A good test of golf, and has played host to many great players over the years. Scoring well on the par 5's is the key to playing the course to your handicap or below. Enjoy