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Value
4.6
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
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Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.6
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Parkland
Par 72
Length 7243 yards
Slope 139
Rating 75.2

Virtues Golf Club (formerly known as Longaberger Golf Club) in Nashport is Ohio's no. 1 public golf course and it's also ranked in the top 75 public golf courses in America. Situated about an hour's drive from Columbus, the Arthur Hills design tumbles across rolling hills, stretching from the ridge top down to the valley floor. Wide, undulating fairways flow seamlessly to immaculately manicured greens bordered by beautiful mature trees. The setting will make you feel as though you've been transported to southern Appalachia. You'll be greeted with stunning panoramic views everywhere you turn. Be careful though because the dramatic slopes make the golf course just as challenging as it is scenic. Multiple sets of tees keep Virtues G.C. playable for golfers of all skill levels but no matter which you choose to play from, a bevy of uneven lies await you.

Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arthur Hills (1999) Spencer Holt (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

Reviews

4.6
164 Reviews (164)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
19th Hole Scenic Views 26
Drinks 23
Patio Dining 16
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 44
Water Hazards 35
Bunkers 33
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 34
Advanced Golfers 33
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 31
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 44
In the 'Burbs 7

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Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fairways and greens in good shape.

Fairways, greens, and bunkers in good shape. One of my favorite courses in Ohio.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

5 plus hour round 3:15 on a Saturday?

Longaberger is a great course and is always in great shape but my last two rounds there have been have been really close to six hour rounds and I played them both around 3pm on weekends. When we arrived they were unable to give our group any carts because they were out of them. We got our cart and loaded up about ten minutes before our tee time and that cart ran out of juice on the 14th hole and after three attempts to call the clubhouse someone in the restaurant was able to get me some help. The second cart they gave us ran out of juice on 18 and we had to push our way to the clubhouse. I have played this course 10-12 times over the past 7 years and it has honestly gone way down hill this past year. Not worth the hour drive and $$$ for greens fees.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great day at Longaberger

Longaberger was very impressive from the drive up the entrance to relaxing overlooking the course afterwards. The course was very challenging, especially the optical illusions. Spent too much time in sand traps that I thought I could fly:( It was a very rewarding course that offered many holes that you just don't see any where else. It was hard to concentrate on the golf game with so many fabulous views to enjoy. You got to score early, the last 4 par 4's are very long.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great price for a great course!

A must play for any golfer. Staff was friendly and would play again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

would play again

it was very very hot 55.00 at a discout little steap and the lady that brings cold drinks around was on 10th tee and 18th tee would of liked too see her more for the money we paid would consider playing again if it were free shoot me email and let me know if that could happen

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

It doesn't get any better in Ohio!!!

Longaberger is simply one the greatest rounds of golf you will experience anywhere. I have played fabulous courses all over the country and this ranks right up there with scenic views, great elevation changes, challenging tee-to-green experiences hole-after-hole and ultimately one of the best finishing holes anywhere. Took my youngsters (14 & 18) out this time for a treat and they were both captivated by the course. Only bummer was my youngest sprung an 82 on me from the golds (6900) to whip me. Oh well, still a great day on the links. Don't miss the chance to play Longaberger at least once a year. You'll never regret the experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great layout

this is an awesome course...the greens are tough to read but extremely "true".
thanks

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

100% satisfied

Longaberger is drop dead gorgeous. From the tee boxes to the greens this course is maintained like Augusta. Pick any tee box for your level of play, and enjoy a great day. Long shots, short shots, shaped shots; you literally will play all of them. If you play well good for you, if you do not, the scenery and nature will make up for it. Thanks Longaberger for a great day!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Golfers Need to play here!

Course was beautiful, playable, and in fantastic condition. Paid $50 through golfnow.com, which makes this the best value in Ohio.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

5.5 Hour Round Miserable Day

I must say that this course is very scenic and in good shape however a 5.5 hour round for 69-99 dollars is ridiculous. There were 3-4 groups on every hole after #5 and the waiting was a killer. The ranger said there was no one holding up the pace of play and simply put his hands in the air. The problem is the course is too greedy, clearly they had overbooked tee times but to make matters worse they allowed replays filling up any gap in the schedule. Overall not worth the money unless you are the first group out in the morning.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

One of Ohio's top public tracks

I've never had a bad time at Longaberger. Greens are great, course requires you to hit every kind of shot. Plenty of risk reward opportunities. One of my favorites, worth every penny of $64.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome course. Glad I made the drive.

Beautiful, pristine, intimidating, fun. Had the opportunity to play here while visiting family. Every hole provides a unique challenge. Wide fairways and large greens give every skill level the chance to score. Can't wait to go back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

All the hype is valid. FANTASTIC GOLF EXPERIENCE!!

Believe the hype, the rankings, the rumors. This place is top notch! I don't know what to say because it can't be put into words. If you're from Ohio or nearby, it is a must play! Immaculate shape with extreme scenery! The staff treats you like a tour pro. The course is tour-quality.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great view,Very picturesque

Yardage was appropriate. FOUND THE PUTTING WAS DIFFICULT TO READ.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

this course has great features

the course was awesome,beautiful,greens recently dearated but still nice.great sand in traps.staff very friendly and not snooty to us commoners.concessions outa my price range.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

for dec 3 the course was in great shape

guy working in pro shop acted like he thought his own feces didn't stink. other than that everything was great

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0

One of the Best

Anyone who complains about a $60 dollar green fee here is a complete fool. If this course was built in any other state other than Ohio they could demand a $100 fee or more. The layout is gorgeous, always in good condition and the staff is always professional. Don't let anyone tell you Longaberger is not worth the money especially late season, great deal on a great course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Don't have ..100, 150, and 200 yards marks before the green. No signal for GPS. Difficult to know how far from the green,

Challenging course; expensive green fee.Need yardage marker, need food and beer car.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course, layout and fall colors were outstanding

It was a little cool and windy, adding to the challenge of putting your ball in the right locations on fairways and greens. Only complaint was the course of play was ssssssssllllllllllooooooooooowwwwwwwwwwww!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

very scenic and great condition

A very well conditioned and scenic course in the hills of Ohio. The staff and facilities are top notch. This isn't a course for 36 hdcps but you could get around.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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