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What do you think of this news out of Pound Ridge: (From the press release). BTW, My recent review of Pound Ridge is here
Golfers wishing to experience the challenge of New York’s only Dye-designed layout will now be able to play nine holes any day of the week. Responding to the modern golfer’s call for flexible playability, the nine-hole play includes full use of the driving range, short game area, a pull-cart or cart, bottled water, player’s towel, and souvenir yardage book at an attractive rate. Prices range from $50 to $117.50, depending on the type of reservation (regular or advanced) and time of year (regular or off .season).
During the front nine, golfers will test their abilities on a scenic layout, weaving through streams, wooded hills, and dramatic cliffs. The dramatic par-5 9th rises over 50 feet from tee to green, offering a magnificent finishing hole to those only playing nine holes.
“The nine-hole play is ideal for professionals and avid golfers who want to enjoy the luxury and precision of Pete Dye’s design,” says Todd Leavenworth, General Manager of Pound Ridge Golf Club. “It is another example of Pound Ridge Golf Club’s response to the desires of today’s modern executives and golf enthusiasts to experience the course at a tremendous rate.”
Effective May 1, Pound Ridge Golf Club will also continue its advance reservation rates, introduced last summer to a resounding reception by local and out-of-town golfers. Rounds booked at least five days in advance range from $105 to $160 during the week, and weekend advance reservation rates range from $105 to $195.”
Depending on the times those rates kick in, PR is STARTING to come a little more in line with their water level for a proper price. They started at a bloated $235 per round – way overpriced.
I still think it’s too high, but at least it’s getting closer. I don’t like the $117 for 9 hole rate…the back is better than the front by far, so splitting it down the middle and only getting to play the front is no bargain at all IMNSHO. Still, $50 is more in line with reasonable and $100 for the round is sure better than $235, which was outrageous.
I still think that they need a little more of a grip on the reality of who they are – they are not a destination course. They just aren’t that good a choice as a stand-alone golf vacation…not enough personality to the entire course, and too hard. Heck, the Concord Hotel’s Monster course isn’t far away and has more personality and charges $55-95…
