Golf Courses Near River Rock Villa
Discover some of the best golf courses near Fredericksburg, VA, all within an easy drive of River Rock Villa. From championship layouts to relaxed local favorites, these recommended courses offer memorable options for every golfer.
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A Favorite Golf Experience Near River Rock Villa
Located along the Potomac River in Northern Virginia, Potomac Shores Golf Club offers one of the region’s most memorable public golf experiences. Designed by legendary golf architect Jack Nicklaus, this championship course combines strategic play, beautiful scenery, and challenging holes surrounded by Virginia’s natural landscapes.
A personal favorite of Michael’s, Potomac Shores is a great choice for guests looking to enjoy a memorable round during their stay at River Rock Villa.
Course Details
⛳ Type: Public Golf Course
📍 Location: Dumfries, VA
🚗 Distance from River Rock Villa: Approximately 36 miles
⏱️ Drive Time: Approximately 40–50 minutes (light traffic) | 55–75 minutes during heavier traffic
🏌️ Designer: Jack Nicklaus Signature Design
🔢 Par: 72
📏 Yardage: Championship layout with multiple tee options
🌿 Highlights: Potomac River views, rolling terrain, natural wetlands, and a scenic championship layout
A Premier Golf Experience Near River Rock Villa
Located in Stafford, Virginia, Augustine Golf Club offers a memorable golf experience with a beautiful natural setting, challenging course design, and excellent playing conditions. Designed by Curtis Strange and Tom Clark, this championship-style layout provides a rewarding round for golfers of all skill levels.
With its scenic layout, strategic challenges, and welcoming atmosphere, Augustine Golf Club is a great choice for guests looking to enjoy a quality round of golf during their stay at River Rock Villa.
Course Details
⛳ Type: Public Golf Course
📍 Location: Stafford, VA
🚗 Distance from River Rock Villa: Approximately 14 miles
⏱️ Drive Time: Approximately 24 minutes (Via Holly Corner Road and Kellogg Mill Road)
🏌️ Designer: Curtis Strange & Tom Clark
🔢 Par: 72
📏 Yardage: Approximately ___ yards
🌿 Highlights: Beautiful Virginia countryside, rolling terrain, strategic bunkering, and a championship-style layout
A Reliable Local Favorite Near River Rock Villa
Located in Ruther Glen, Virginia, Pendleton Golf Club is a favorite choice for golfers looking for a well-kept, enjoyable round with a relaxed atmosphere. Designed by Thomas Walker, this 18-hole public course winds through wooded Virginia countryside and offers a scenic, enjoyable challenge for players of all skill levels.
A personal favorite of Michael’s, Pendleton is a course he enjoys returning to for its consistent conditions, friendly pace of play, and dependable golf experience. It is a great option for guests who want a quality round without making a full-day commitment.
Guests can also enjoy the flexibility of playing 9 holes, and golfers who plan to play multiple rounds may want to ask about Pendleton’s Six Pack program, which offers savings for repeat play.
Course Details
⛳ Type: Public Golf Course
📍 Location: Ruther Glen, VA
🚗 Distance from River Rock Villa: Approximately 35 miles
⏱️ Drive Time: Approximately 45 minutes (South via I-95 S, taking exit 110 for Ladysmith Rd (VA-639) to Declaration Drive)
🏌️ Designer: Thomas Walker
🔢 Holes: 18
🔢 Par: 72
📏 Yardage: 7,093 yards
🌿 Highlights: Well-maintained course, wooded Virginia setting, multiple tee options, 9-hole availability, and excellent value for repeat golfers
A Fun and Unique Golf Experience Near River Rock Villa
Located in Locust Grove, Virginia, Meadows Farms Golf Course offers one of the most unique golf experiences in the Fredericksburg area. Designed by Bill Ward Jr., this 27-hole public golf facility features three distinct nine-hole courses, each with its own personality and challenges.
Known for its creative design elements, including island greens, elevated tees, water features, and the famous 841-yard par 6 hole recognized by the course as the longest golf hole in the United States, Meadows Farms is a fun choice for golfers looking for something different during their stay at River Rock Villa.
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Course Details
⛳ Type: Public Golf Course
📍 Location: Locust Grove, VA
🚗 Distance from River Rock Villa: Approximately 30 miles
⏱️ Drive Time: Approximately 46 minutes (Holly Corner Rd, US-17 S, and VA-3 W to State Rte 601 in Orange)
🏌️ Designer: Bill Ward Jr.
🔢 Holes: 27 Holes (three 9-hole courses)
🔢 Par: 70–72 depending on combination played MMeadows Farm Golf Course+1
📏 Yardage: Multiple tee options available
🌿 Highlights:
• Famous 841-yard par 6 "Longest Hole"
• Island greens and creative design features
• Waterfall hole and scenic Virginia countryside
• A fun, relaxed golf experience for all skill levels M
A Local Favorite Golf Course Near River Rock Villa
Located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, Gauntlet Golf Club offers guests a convenient and challenging golf experience close to River Rock Villa. Designed by P.B. Dye, this public 18-hole course features a strategic layout with rolling terrain, wetlands, tiered greens, and beautiful Virginia scenery.
With it’s challenging championship-style layout and welcoming atmosphere, Gauntlet Golf Club is a great choice for golfers looking for a quality round without a long drive. Whether you are planning a dedicated golf outing or simply want to fit in a round during your stay, Gauntlet is a local favorite worth experiencing.
Course Details
⛳ Type: Public Golf Course
📍 Location: Fredericksburg, VA
🚗 Distance from River Rock Villa: Approximately 10 miles
⏱️ Drive Time: Approximately 19 minutes (Holly Corner Rd to US-17 N, following Hartwood Rd to Jesse Curtis Ln)
🏌️ Designer: P.B. Dye
🔢 Holes: 18
🔢 Par: 72
📏 Yardage: Approximately 6,900 yards
🌿 Highlights: Zoysia fairways, bentgrass greens, wetlands, tiered greens, and a challenging championship-style layout