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Great place to golf and spend a few nights. We stayed onsite for two nights in a two bedroom (with kitchen and living room) unit. We played the main course (dunes) along with the loop (both Red and black). We preferred the dunes course, but the loops is interesting, especially the second time you play it (in the other direction). The practice area is included with the price of the round and it's amazing. They also have a cool 12 hole (I think) par three course that is right next to the outdoor bar. Lot's of fun to play after our round (they have music playing outside - speakers everywhere). Third time playing here and I would come back again. 2.5-3 hours north of the Detroit Area.
I wanted this to be as incredible as the reviews that I had read prior to playing. It wasn’t. I only played the Black. I am a single digit handicap and am able to look past a lot, but today was a disappointment. First off, the course, aside from the greens, was one of the most basic, uninteresting courses I’ve ever seen. There are no hazards to speak of and nearly every hole had a 100yd wide window to hit the fairway. The bunkers are nicely maintained but are oddly dispersed. For the life of me, how in the hell is this a top 50 course? If you are looking for a resort style basic course, this is good for that. If you are looking for a course to challenge your game, this is not the course. The fairways were pitted and full of divots. They were bare sand in many areas. For $215, you would assume that the course would be maintained to a level to command that rate. This course is a $40 course in Myrtle Beach, at best. This is not a good representation of UK style golf because the links style courses across the pond are much better kept and priced correctly. Also, there was no ranger to be found to aide with the pace of play. There was no water on the course or mobile beverage cart. We were told at the start that we should easily be done with our round in 4 1/2 hours. I called the pro shop on the 7th tee box and informed them that we were 2 hours and 15 min into our round after 6. I was told that according to their GPS tracking of the carts that the pace of play is still 4h30m. After some back and forth, they agreed to send a ranger out to fix the issue. We finished our round in 5h15m. I’m sure that the Forest Dunes course is incredible, based on what I could see from the clubhouse. Sorry to ramble on….I wanted it to be as good as an experience as Arcadia Bluffs the day prior. Also, the pics I have uploaded are only a few. Every hole was in this condition. And again, the greens were firm, fast and rolled nice.
Forest Dunes is a golf destination that absolutely lives up to the hype. From the moment we arrived, every staff member we encountered was incredibly helpful, friendly, and clearly passionate about the experience they help create. The courses — Bootlegger, The Dunes, and The Loop — were immaculate. Each offered a unique but equally stunning layout, with a great balance of fun and challenge. The Bootlegger in particular was such a great vibe — playing the par 3 barefoot with music on outdoor speakers throughout and drinks in hand was golf joy. The clubhouse blends golf heritage with a modern touch — a great place to relax post-round. The pro shop was stocked with high-end brands and unique gear that made it hard not to buy something. Our villa accommodations were just as impressive: clean, well-organized, and super comfortable, with the huge bonus of every bedroom having its own private bathroom. Beds were comfortable, showers had great water pressure, and the space was perfect for unwinding after a long day on the course. Food was top-notch. I had a perfectly cooked filet on night two and some of the best pizza I’ve ever had on night three. The staff even had our food ready right when we finished our round — a really thoughtful touch that didn’t go unnoticed. A couple of minor cons: the WiFi in the villas wasn’t the strongest, making it tough to FaceTime family, and the kitchens don’t have dishwashers or disposals — so just be mindful with food cleanup. Also, the golf carts will shut off if you get too close to the edge of the fairway, even if you’re not that close to the rough. None of these were deal-breakers, just things to be aware of. I’m also not sure the Loop and Dunes should be the same cost, but for a full getaway where we played all the courses, it’s just a part of the experience so money well spent for a golf trip. We can’t wait to come back.