Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn Golf Course is located in Sonoma, CA
Phone: 877-289-7354
Website: http://www.fairmont.com/sonoma/Recreation/Golf/
Course History:
This is an incredibly idyllic course located in the middle of a resort. Even if you're not planning on staying, you should give this course a try. It was first designed by Sam Whiting in 1928 as part of the then Mission Inn. Throughout the course of history, ownership has changed hands, but the course has remained. In 2001 the course was privatized after being rejoined to the resort on the same location. The 7100 yard course was recently chosen as the season ending course for the PGA Champions Tour Season.
What You Need to Know:
There are some specific rules of play that you will need to know before visiting the course. Management states, "The Sonoma Golf Club adheres to a strict dress code. Collared golf shirts and slacks or golf shorts are required for men. Golf dresses, skirts, slacks or golf shorts and blouses or golf shirts are required for women. Tank tops, other athletic wear and denim are not permitted. Cellular phones are not allowed on the practice facility, in the golf shop, clubhouse or anywhere on the golf course."
In order to play you must make a reservation by calling the number listed above. Without this, you will not be able to go out on the course. The pro shop here is absolutely astounding and the lessons are incredibly popular. Kris Moe teaches throughout the year here and we've included their most recent rates for his special golf schools.
Playing Hints:
This is a championship course and it can be difficult at times. However, even novices can enjoy their round with a little patience. It's going to take a few times to get this one figured out, so go with the flow and remember to have fun.
The long par 5 off the second hole will get you started off right. With the right tee shot, you should be able to birdie this one. It's a good thing too since the holes just get tougher. Watch out for the 11th hole it can be a bit tricky, and it's hard to make this par 3. You'll get another challenging par 5 on the sixteenth hole but you can use the last two to salvage your score after a tough round.
Course Fees:
$215.00 USD Range balls and cart are included with all greens fees.
Golf Clubs (Titleist Irons and Taylor Made Woods): $75 USD
Tee times are available every ten minutes beginning at 7:30 a.m. until dusk. Reserve now to guarantee your tee off!
Kris Moe Golf School Rates
$325 USD full day (January 01 to April 30, 2007 and November 17 to December 31, 2007), 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
$495 USD full day (May 1 to November 16, 2007), 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
$175 USD, one hour private lesson with Kris Moe, $150 USD with the rest of staff
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