I played in a SCGA Member Outing at Hacienda CC yesterday. I've played here four times now and what can I say, this is my favorite CC that I've had the pleasure of playing. It's always in gorgeous con... Continue »

I played in a SCGA Member Outing at Hacienda CC yesterday. I've played here four times now and what can I say, this is my favorite CC that I've had the pleasure of playing. It's always in gorgeous condition in all aspects of the game. The greens are undulated, lighting fast and really tough to figure out. This course is a true test for the average player. If you are lucky to have the chance to play here, DO IT, you won't be disappointed.

Played today with a former colleague who is a member. Having played here many years ago I remembered nothing of that experience as the course had been renovated a few years back. So it was like I had ... Continue »

Played today with a former colleague who is a member. Having played here many years ago I remembered nothing of that experience as the course had been renovated a few years back. So it was like I had never played here before. Driving in I was afraid I was going to come around a corner and see someone coming at me. Not the greatest road I have ever traveled to get to a premier private course. But once safely in the parking lot and the attendant coming out to pick up my bag and showing me were to go to check in I began to feel like a member. Tremendous customer service from all encountered. The course is beautiful and set in such a great part of the hills in LaHabra. Quite, pristine and relaxing would be descriptions I would use as you play. And I am thankful I had a member to direct me throughout the round as it is really needed. Its also hard to believe this course has been here since the 1920's and try to imagine them building such a great golf course on this land at that time. What an accomplishment. From tee to green and hole to hole, this place is wonderful. Wonderful manicured tee boxes and lush fairways are greeting you on every hole. Traps are well stocked but very playable. Greens were around 11 and chipped, putted just great the whole round but 3 putts are just waiting for you. Rough and OB are very penal. The out of bounds is something that could give one nightmares IMO. And waiting for you at the end is a beautiful clubhouse sitting on top of a hill with views of the surrounding course and amazing homes. If you have the chance to play this course do it.

Played in the final SCGA member outing today at the hallowed Hacienda Golf Club. A true hidden gem of a club, and a fantastic course. I had heard people say if you get to do one SCGA a year try to mak... Continue »

Played in the final SCGA member outing today at the hallowed Hacienda Golf Club. A true hidden gem of a club, and a fantastic course. I had heard people say if you get to do one SCGA a year try to make it Hacienda. The yearly event usually sells out within minutes, not sure how I got a slot but I am sure glad I did. This place is truly a special experience that I will never forget.

The clubhouse sits atop of the course and you can reasonably see a majority of the course by looking down. The pro shop is top notch and the locker room has that classic private feel to it. If you live close and have the means to join, this is the club you absolutely should consider.

The course right now is in very good shape. The greens are incredible, perfect in my opinion, held and rolled true. The fairways are being worked on in a couple low spots, but nothing to complain about. The sand traps, which have lips like I have never seen are great, a little wet from the rain the night before but they dried throughout the morning. The tee boxes were as good as you could ask for.

Overall, the experience was well worth it. I highly recommend this place if you get the chance.

Was invited to play Hacienda on 4/15/22. Heard incredible things about this course and it did not disappoint. Instantly, one of my favorite courses in Southern California.

The layout was near per... Continue »

Was invited to play Hacienda on 4/15/22. Heard incredible things about this course and it did not disappoint. Instantly, one of my favorite courses in Southern California.

The layout was near perfect, very challenging but playable. I would highly advise playing the correct tees on this course because it makes a HUGE difference. We played the blues and two guys in our group probably would have been better served playing whites.

The greens were rolling 11.5 today so basically you couldn't find yourself above the hole and not 3 putt. the green rolled so true near perfection.

while the rough was thick, it was very grabby and you had to pick it clean to get it going.

the staff was incredible nice and it was cool to use the guest lockers, made me feel like a million bucks! lol

if you get the opportunity, run dont' walk to Hacienda!!!

Had an afternoon, after work tee time (1:30) on a Friday. That's when the member/friend could be there. Weather was perfect. I've always wanted to play the course but didn't know any members until my ... Continue »

Had an afternoon, after work tee time (1:30) on a Friday. That's when the member/friend could be there. Weather was perfect. I've always wanted to play the course but didn't know any members until my friend joined recently. So, I was excited. Approaching the course through the winding roads that lead up to the clubhouse you start to see some of the fairways. It is absolutely beautiful from afar and even more stunning up close. There seemed to not be one blade of grass out of place. The staff started to treat us like royalty as soon as they knew we were invited guest. Every member and staff we encountered were friendly and (5) star professional. The course is narrow but reasonable. If you are playing well you won’t have any problems getting off the tees and the par 5s are reachable with good tee shots. The greens were reported to be rolling at an 11 but I didn’t think they were quite that fast. However, they were in great condition and rolled true. Very fun course. Not stupid difficult but not boringly easy either. Bunkers were sandy and not dirt hard. Course record is still held by the GOAT back when he was a puppy. You’ll enjoy this hidden gem. Even at the $143 green fee for guest.

Got the opportunity to play Hacienda today, I had heard really good things about this place and it lived up to the expectations. Course is lush, in top notch condition. What a great design with such a... Continue »

Got the opportunity to play Hacienda today, I had heard really good things about this place and it lived up to the expectations. Course is lush, in top notch condition. What a great design with such a variety of holes. Greens are amazing, bent grass, sign said 10.5 but everyone in the group felt they were a touch faster. Really no complaints, such a hidden gem back there, would love to play here on the regular if I could. Clubhouse is set up on top of a hill with a great view. Felt like a mini-riviera out there. Highly recommend if you ever have the opportunity.

Day 1 of a So Cal golf trip. Starting out a golf trip at Hacienda was a great way to get things going. Course was in nice shape all the around and the layout was challenging but manageable

The gr... Continue »

Day 1 of a So Cal golf trip. Starting out a golf trip at Hacienda was a great way to get things going. Course was in nice shape all the around and the layout was challenging but manageable

The greens rolled true at a nice medium-fast pace. All greens were single tier with modest back to front slope. Greens held well struck approach shots but were fast enough that short pitch shots could get away from you in a hurry.

Fairways were green and lush throughout. I was in several sand traps so I got a good sampling of the dirt. Most had pretty good sand with only a couple being thin.

Tee boxes were level and divot free.

Layout offered different challenges throughout the course. There's a handful of long par 4's (400+) and a few par 3's that play 185-210 yds. The short par 4's have sever dog legs in them forcing an accurate lay up off the tee. Course has numerous elevated tee boxes to add to the enjoyment as well as a couple of forced carries. One over the roadway and one across a mini canyon. Only one small pond on the course which was in front of a 170 yard par 3.

Clubhouse is top notch with a full service locker room.

Bottom line is Hacienda is a solid track all around.

was fortunate enough to get on Hacienda GC on sunday of MDW for a TT b/t 10:30 and 11 for the first time. played the tips. i've scoured their website before and read about the place, so i had some pre... Continue »

was fortunate enough to get on Hacienda GC on sunday of MDW for a TT b/t 10:30 and 11 for the first time. played the tips. i've scoured their website before and read about the place, so i had some pretty solid expectations for this restored william watson club. needless to say, my expectations were met if not surpassed. i haven't played all 18 of too many courses in California (25 total maybe?) but it's the best course i've been on. better than spyglass, sandpiper, oak quarry or Brentwood CC. what a challenging, penal, but fair golf course. the greens were running at 10 and the place was in great shape. it's truly a hidden gem in SoCal that gets overlooked because of it's location, in my opinion. the architect willie watson is credited with doing the original lakes & ocean courses up at olympic in SF, which i've experienced from watching USGA events on TV. needless to say, i see the similarities. this hilly treelined layout with small undulating greens checks all the boxes. the only hole i did not care for was 11, which is a 320 yard SHARP dogleg that requires a 215 yard layup and then a 100-120 yard approach shot. you can't the corner. almost feels like the hole would have been better designed as a long par 3 to the plateau or a short plateau from the plateau to the green. il also add the 7th hole is one of the harder but fairer par 5s i've ever played at 580 from all the way back. should you ever get the chance to play Hacienda for a reasonable rate (say sub $300) do not hesitate. it is fantastic.

I was very fortunate to be invited to play in a tournament here Monday by GK'er allan_grant. Thanks again Allan! Although I grew up literally 5 minutes from Hacienda, Monday was the first time I had e... Continue »

I was very fortunate to be invited to play in a tournament here Monday by GK'er allan_grant. Thanks again Allan! Although I grew up literally 5 minutes from Hacienda, Monday was the first time I had ever played it and wow what a treat it was! I've always heard great things about the course and driving by so many times, I was always envious of those that have played it. There's not much to add to previous reviews regarding the conditions. They are what you would imagine for a country club. Fantastic throughout! Tees were like greens. Fairways like carpets. Rough was lush although since we were playing a scramble, we only encountered it once or twice all day. Greens were posted at 10.5 on the sign and I'd say that was accurate. They were pretty firm though. Often taking one big hop before the ball would dig in. They were smooth and a pleasure to putt on. Just ask Allan, he didn't miss a putt all day lol! Only encounters with the bunkers was fishing a couple of wayward shots out but they seemed perfect as well. The layout of the course is really nice. A lot of variety of holes from long to short, risk-reward, uphill, downhill, dog legs, generous landing zones and a couple that will make you think about where to place the ball. It really had it all. If you have the chance to play Hacienda Country Club do yourself a favor and DO IT!!!