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The Stanwich Club
Greenwich, CT•Private
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The Stanwich Club
888 North St
Greenwich, CT 06831-2844
United States
Overview
A mainstay of Connecticut golf since the 1960s, Stanwich has undergone modifications over several years by Tom Fazio and his team, all based on the club's master plan that addresses the course’s tees, bunkers, greens and mowing lines. The latest project was the rebuilding of five green complexes and the creation of a completely new first hole. “The first hole saw a complete re-imagining,” explained Fazio design associate Tom Marzolf. “The old hole was a quick dogleg-left that had many trees blocking the path around the corner. We looked to improve the options off the tee and allow alternate ways to play the hole. Earthwork to cut the inside corner and open up views to the green have completely changed the feel of the tee shot.” More changes to Stanwich, both big and small, are still to come, but what won't change is the demanding nature of the architecture that requires strong, precise driving and unerring approaches into elevated greens that are heavily defended in front.
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“Truest roll on putts I have seen in a couple years. Fairways immaculate. Due to a lot of recent rain, rough was higher than normal per caddies, but fair."
Read More2026
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“One of the top courses in Connecticut with some of the best greens you'll putt. Nice layout that is relatively easy to walk. A couple of the par 5's really stand out especially #17. The staff is very welcoming. Definitely play here if offered the opportunity."
Read More2025
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“Great playing conditions, with the greens standing out as truly high quality. The course plays relatively penal, especially around some of the green areas which can make the margins relatively thin with approach shots. While the layout is solid, it does lack a bit of variety throughout the middle of the round. That said, the finishing stretch of holes on the back nine is strong, providing both challenge and some unique layouts to close out the round. Overall, it’s the Stanwich Club is a quality golf course and pleasant walk."
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“Very pristine putting surfaces and turf conditions throughout a fun collection of golf holes. Very nice treat, being able to play here!"
Read More2024
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“Great place to play. All top notch."
Read More2024
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“One of the best courses in CT. The club has softened some of the greens over the past several years due to the severity of the slope vs the speeds they maintain (member told me they run at a 13 most of the time) and have plans to soften two of the par 3's in the near future. It is a beautifully maintained golf course offering a good test of your golf game. Definitely worth playing if invited."
Read More2024
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“Courses in incredible conditions. Greens are some of the best out there. Really enjoyable course to walk. Tee shots are fair, what you see is what you get. Course is penal and punishing if you miss the greens. The more you play, you will understand more of the angles needed into the greens. Bunkers are in tiptop shape. No major memorable holes though."
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“Pretty golf course but lacked variety of shots and hole layouts"
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“Stanwich is a challenging golf course that can engage players of all skill levels. The course is very well-maintained and will require a variety of shot shapes and trajectories to score. Deep bunkers and water hazards make the course bite back when shots are not properly executed."
Read More2024
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“Stanwich Club is an interesting architectural course on the CT-NY border in a very upscale neighborhood. The Club is likewise very upscale with fantastic conditioning, especially the greens which are some of the best and most notorious in the Metropolitan area. The course can play very difficult from Back tees at over 7400 yards given the green speeds and well-placed bunkers surrounding them, and is a good challenge even from a few tees up. This is one of the best courses in Connecticut no doubt but isn't quite as memorable as its Westchester neighbors."
Read More2023
