18-HOLE COURSE

Pro: Dave Stevenson, PGA

General Information: 914-961-3453, ext. 205
Reserved tee times are available to Permit Holders only.  Permits are available to residents and non-residents alike; call for information
Operated by: Town of Eastchester
Open: Mid-March through Dec.1. Closed Mondays when outings are scheduled
Restrictions: Soft spikes only and proper attire: collared shirts, no jeans
Memberships: Available, call for info
Available for Outings: Yes
USGA Computer ‘handicap’ system available: Yes; Cost: $31
Credit Cards accepted: Amex, Visa, MC.
Carts: Pull - $7; Power - $40 for 18 holes
Club Rentals: Yes, $30 for 18 holes

Website: http://www.lakeislecountryclub.com

Amenities:
Pro Shop: Yes    
Lessons: Yes; Clinics: Yes    
Driving Range: None
Practice Putting Green: Yes               
Practice Chipping Area: Yes
Clubhouse: Yes
Lockers / Showers: Yes
Restaurant: Yes, open for lunch only    
Bar / Lounge: Yes     
Snack Bar: On course at 10th hole

GOLF COURSE
Built: 1926
Architect: Devereaux Emmet

Description: This course was originally designed by Emmet as a private country club called Vernon Hills.  That existed until 1979, when the Town of Eastchester bought it and transformed it into a self-sustaining recreational facility open to the public. 

Set on 116 acres of lush, rolling, southern-Westchester hills, the course is short by today's standards, as is the case with most existing Emmet designs from this era.  Although it's not quiet as creative or interesting as most of his courses, there is still a feel of the famous architect's work here, most notably in the small, well-placed bunkers and the menacing green complexes.  Let's call it a Emmet course that has been watered down by time and public play -- which is to say that it's still worth a look.  

Signature Hole: No. 16, 390-yard par 4.  This is a sharp dogleg left that does seem a bit outdated, with the turn coming less than a driver's distance away for most average players.  Yet, the second shot is uphill to a well-guarded green, which makes the hole both a challenge and a delight.

Reader Comments: It's a fun course with some quirky little holes ... Always in pretty decent shape ... A nice walk, and an enjoyable day.

Directions: Distance from Manhattan approximately 18 miles.
Hutchinson River Pkwy. north to Exit 18.  Go left onto North Ave.  Take the first left onto Mill Rd. and then the first right onto California Rd.  Proceed approx. 1 mile to Rte. 22 and go right. 1/8 mile to club on right.

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