91 Links Rd, off Junipero Serra Blvd,
Stanford, California 94305
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Shannon Donlon (GM and PGA Head Professional).The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined & open parkland.
Surroundings:
Woodland, open countryside and university campus.
Designer:
Original design by George C. Thomas Jr and William Park "Billy" Bell (1930). Renovation by John Harbottle (2008).
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Located on western edge of Stanford University campus / 35 mi S of San Francisco.
Stanford University
Stanford University Golf Course is a well-rated parkland layout, regarded as one of the USA's top "university campus" golf courses. Located in the foothills above Stanford University, this private facility can be accessed by guests staying at the nearby Rosewood Sand Hill resort. Course description, images and other details to follow soon.
Private club - outside visitor play is restricted to guests staying at the Rosewood Sand Hill Resort.
Must book in advance.
Golf carts compulsory for Rosewood hotel guests. Caddies not available.
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Stanford University (also known locally as "The Farm") was founded in 1885 by Leland and Jane Stanford. Leland was a tycoon, industrialist and politician who became the Governor of California and a US Senator.
Stanford's campus is one of the largest in the US, and its undergraduate programme one of the most selective. It is often cited as one of the world's most prestigious universities. The nickname of the university's sports teams is the "Cardinal" (singular); the various teams play in cardinal red.
California's 54th best course (Golf Digest, 2023/24).
USA's 25th best college/campus course (Golfweek, 2022).
World's former 88th best course (GOLF magazine, 1985; not in subsequent editions of this ranking).
2825 Sand Hill Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025.
+1 (650) 561 1500
Visit websiteNestled amid 16 lush acres in Northern California, the luxury Rosewood Sand Hill resort enjoys stunning views of the Santa Cruz Mountains and one of the most beautiful locations of any Silicon Valley hotel.
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Stanford University (1.5 mi)
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