Have not played Shandin Hills in almost four years. Wow - has the condition of the course deteriorated since then. After reading the most recent reviews, I did not have high expectations, but even gi... Continue »

Have not played Shandin Hills in almost four years. Wow - has the condition of the course deteriorated since then. After reading the most recent reviews, I did not have high expectations, but even given that, it was disappointing to see how far this course has fallen. The fairways were not too bad, except for the areas which had drainage issues, and bare spots. The bunkers were not good looking, but actually were not too bad to play from. However, the tee boxes were not even close to being level with a lot of divot damage. The greens were slow and really bumpy. The ball just kind of "wandered" to the hole, not true at all.

What bothered me most of all was that we caught the men's club shotgun on the backside, which I had been advised about. No problem, but I watched as EVERY player riding in their single rider cart took the cart right up to the edge of the green on every hole. They would then drive off using the area between the green and the bunkers, which meant they were probably driving on collars of greens in many cases. This just demonstrates a total lack of respect for the golf course and every other person playing. Rude, lazy and selfish.

Jeff in the pro shop was a joy to deal with. I doubt he is aware of how abusive the men's club players are to the course. I cannot in good conscious recommend this course in the condition I experienced it today. Sorry, because I have always enjoyed Shandin Hills.