Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Country clubs on long island new york

Country clubs on long island, new york


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Long Island has plenty of country clubs to explore, offering great golfing opportunities in New York state as well as additional activities like swimming and working out. Come practice your putting or strengthen your forehand, and make sure to relax afterward with a snack or a drink in the clubhouse while taking in the beautiful green landscapes. Here is a sampling.

  1. Middle Island Country Club

    • Spread over 225 acres, Middle Island Country Club has three nine-hole courses: the newly renovated Spruce Course, the Dogwood Course with narrow fairways and sudden breaks, and the Oak Course with its numerous doglegs. Additional club amenities include golf pro shop and bar as well as banquet and dining facilities with catering for weddings and special events. The club's facilities are open to the general public.

      Middle Island Country Club

      Yaphank Road

      Middle Island, NY 11953

      631-924-3000

      middleislandcc.com

    Cold Spring Country Club

    • Cold Spring Country Club is located in Long Island's Cold Spring Harbor. The club opened in 1946 on the site of a 127-room, European-style castle. Spread over 20 acres, the club features a private 18-hole golf course with formidable sand traps. The club also features a swimming pool, fitness center, pro shop as well as an on-site restaurant and full bar. Nonmembers are allowed only as guests accompanied by a member.

      Cold Spring Country Club

      East Gate Drive

      Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724

      631-692-6550

      coldspringcc.org

    Holbrook Country Club

    • Holbrook Country Club features a par 71, 6,252-yard course of 18-holes. Holbrook's course is public- nonmembers may also use the practice green and driving range. Multiple dining and banquet facilities, including Holbrook's featured restaurant, Trio, serve lunch and dinner six days a week and provide catering for special events. Holbrook Country Club's facilities are open to the general public.

      Holbrook Country Club

      700 Patchogue-Holbrook Road

      Holbrook, NY 11741

      631-467-3417

      holbrookccgolf.com

    Hempstead Golf and Country Club

    • Founded in 1920, Hempstead Golf and Country Club offers a 72-par golf course in addition to tennis courts, a swimming pool, on-site dining and various practice facilities. The course presents many sand traps and bunkers, but no water hazards. The club enforces a strict dress code for all members and guests. Guests are welcome only when accompanied by a member.

      Hempstead Golf and Country Club

      60 Front St.

      Hempstead, NY 11550

      516-481-7411

      hempsteadcountryclub.com


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