1. Smackdown | Rated | 30 Aug 2008 | Add A Review

I just LOVE this course , fantastic layout and very challenging …... Good greens , fairways in OK condition and good people all around ….

2. GunnerGolf | Rated | 29 Jun 2008 | Add A Review

A nice course but let down by the number of people they let on to the course. Fair enough they need to make money, but it took 2 1/2 hours for the first nine holes and we had to stop on the 15th because it was too dark to play on. Very disappointing as we were enjoying the layout of the course and the condition was good. I would have given a higher rating without this. Maybe we will return if we can get an earlier tee time. Nice innovation to include a bar voucher with the green fee.

3. golfngolf | Rated | 02 Jun 2008 | Add A Review

$42 dollars: Review from this site led me and my buddies to play at Eastlake on 31 May 08. What a disappointment, I find Eastlake way overrated with subpar quality fairways and lots of ball marks on most greens. Also, I was frustrated to see several 5 to 6 sums playing together causing very long delay. I think Eastlake needs a course marshal to control and govern the speed of play on weekends. So, be aware of playing at Eastlake on weekends.

4. MJR | Rated | 07 Apr 2008 | Add A Review

It appears that a bridge is currently being built over Wentworth Ave which will be a big improvement by finally eliminating the dangerous cross!

5. Funky | Rated | 22 Jan 2008 | Add A Review

Great Course. Fairways in excellent condition. To save on water, they’ve obviously cut back on watering a little off the rough, and close to the greens.

Green’s are generally pretty fast, in great condition, making challenging putts. in places.

The course feels fairly short, not having too many long par 4’s.

6. kizza | Rated | 10 Dec 2007 | Add A Review

This course has improved amazingly since I first played it five years ago. Much fewer sandy areas and excellent conditition fairways are a couple of the big improvements i noticed when I played there last week. Definitely will be back.

7. johng | Rated | 18 Nov 2007 | Add A Review

Played for the first time the other day, was impressed. Condition of the course was very good, nice fairways, tee boxes and greens. First couple of par4s were quite short. Wind picked up on the back nine and 9 of the last 10 holes were into the wind (and a very strong wind as well) making it a stern test of strategic golf.

The par 3 13th is a tough hole, especially with the wind howling. Try not to meltdown and put 2 in the drink like I did.

Course could do with some signs saying where to go, especially when you have to cross the road after the 5th which is quite dangerous as it is a busy dual carriageway, not to mention trekking up that monster hill to the 6th tee.

All in all, will be back again. 3.5 out of 5

8. jwally | Rated | 03 Jul 2007 | Add A Review

i have played the course a few times & i do like the layout. the condition is usually good with some great holes . it can be a good test of golf once the wind picks up . the 1 big draw back for me is the amount of people that are allowed onto the course . on 2 seperate occasions , i have been unable to finish a round due to running out of daylight . finishing 14 holes in 5 hours .

9. everton4ever | Rated | 10 Apr 2007 | Add A Review

played here today and thought the course from the tees to the fairways and greens were in exellent condition on par with moore park for sure. staff are a lot friendlier as well ! the only problem was the lay out of the course was confusing there are no directions from most of the holes and with no map on the scorecard you become a little lost unfortunately we could not find the 10th and lost a hole in the round it really wouldn’t be to hard to put a few stakes in the ground here and there to direct you around. apart from that i would highly recommend a hit here for sure

10. thedoongolfer | Rated | 08 Mar 2007 | Add A Review

Played here the other week after not playing for several years and couldnt believe how well the course was presented. The greens, tees and fairways were in amazing condition, the only let down was how long it took to play and having to cross wentworth avenue twice!!

11. sby007 | Rated | 03 Feb 2007 | Add A Review

Hi guys, played here with a friend on last tuesday (30 january 07).

My comment is :

the fairway pretty good condition with some tricky par 5.

paid $22.50 for student price which a good deal for 18 holes on weekday (includes $2.5 bar voucher).

Would definetely play again there.

I would rate them 4 out of 5 star.

Personally Im happy with the course and would recommend people to give a shoot.

Cheers,

Dave

ISG Member : "SBY007"

12. Canopener | Rated | 16 Jan 2007 | Add A Review

I think this course turns out better than some reviewers are suggesting, its no resort course but it is a good length, in reasonable condition, in a central location and quite affordable.

Would i play there again... if the numbers were restricted... this course is second busiest in the area behind moore park. Tell your wife you'll be atleast 6 hours just to be safe!!

13. paulpat | Rated | 15 Dec 2006 | Add A Review

Firstly allow me to introduce myself. My name is Paul Paterson and I am the General Manager of Eastlake. I have just read the previous review by KJGreen and I felt I had to comment. Over the past 18 months we have invested a great deal of time, effort and money into the course, including the mentioned irrigation system and we have also completely changed the Golf Maintainance team. Our course has been getting some excellent reviews and the feedback on the course is that it is now the best it has ever been. This is backed up by the increasing amount of golfers who are now joining. Indeed for the first time in history we are nearing membership capacity.

KJGreen as you have not played the course in nearly two years (the irrigation system went in July 2005) I would like to personally invite you and three friends to Eastlake for a game, with my compliments and all that I ask in return is for you to review the course again after your game. I am confident that you will find our course worthy of at least 4 stars!

Regards,

Paul Paterson.

14. kjgreen | Rated | 12 Dec 2006 | Add A Review

after reading some of the reviews on here i felt i had to write one of my own , how anyone can give this course 5 stars is surprising to say the least , i can only think they either work in the pro shop or are on the board of directors , admitedly i have not played there since the new irrigation has been installed but this course does not deserve 5 stars , i would struggle to give it 4 on its best day , like a lot of people have said it can take up to 5-6 hours for a round and that is un-acceptable in anyones language , the course itself is ok one week and dodgy the next , i have never played there where it has been the same week to week, one week the greens are nice and fast , the next slow and bumpy , eve when the was no drought the fairways were ordinary , the two new holes are really good but the par 5 feels like it belongs on another course , it is totally different to the rest of the course , all in all it would take a lot to get me back to this course , oh and if your thinking if i did not like it why did i keep going back there it was because my friends were members and i just played with them till they left there and joined my course

15. slipperygrip | Rated | 30 Oct 2006 | Add A Review

Played today in calm conditions, mid week, $34, first one up following members comp, was called through a few times which meant a 3h45min round which was pretty good.

Course in good condition, although a little dry but can hardly mark it down due to drought.

Greens played well, some well placed water hazards brought me undone a couple of times, and some interesting holes.

To get 4 stars it needs to be a bit longer as some of the par 4s at less than 300m were a bit easy if you are able to hit a 2/3 iron 180-210m reasonably straight

Enjoyed myself though.

16. paulpat | Rated | 30 May 2006 | Add A Review

This course is in a great position, right in the middle of the Botany Wetlands and close to the CBD and airport. The course itself is in fantastic condition. The fairways are lush and the greens are quick and putt very true. Compared to its more expensive neighbours (namely the Lakes and Bonnie Doon), Eastklake represents excellent value for money and the Club offers very flexible membership deals too! Go have a game and see for yourself!

17. slaslubuch.xxx | Rated | 30 May 2006 | Add A Review

This course is in a great position, right in the middle of the Botany Wetlands and close to the CBD and airport. The course itself is in fantastic condition. The fairways are lush and the greens are quick and putt very true. Compared to its more expensive neighbours (namely the Lakes and Bonnie Doon), Eastklake represents excellent value for money and the Club offers very flexible membership deals too! Go have a game and see for yourself!

18. allenro | Rated | 22 May 2006 | Add A Review

Having played here previously and come away with a sour taste from the poor quality of the course on several holes, I was hesitant at playing another round on what I thought would be rough fairways, uncut greens and generally a an unkempt course.

After 3 holes I was quickly thinking how nice the course had come up (relatively quick greens and lush fairways)

The addition of the new quality holes at the back (although very different fairways, greens and bunkering to the rest of them) was a pleasant change.

It seems the managers had taken note of the indifferent reviews the course had been recieving and have really made an effort to make tee boxes and fairways flat and clean.

A great afternoon and ill be back if the course stays like it is.

Club house has beer so Im happy with

19. waylow | Rated | 13 May 2006 | Add A Review

Played here this afternoon, and enjoyed it more than last time!!

The course is in top condition, the only thing letting it down is the crowds. I skipped a few holes not wanting to be walking back in the dark.

My advice is to start early to avoid the crowds.

Excellent vaule for money, at only $25 on the weekend.

Will be joining as a member on Monday, as part of their pay by the month plan that is going at the moment.

Do yourself a favour and get down and have a round, you wont be dissapointed!

20. badboy | Rated | 12 May 2006 | Add A Review

Played a social round here on a windy Sunday morning recently - the front nine took 3 hours, the back nine, mercifully, 2 hours.

The first thing to be said about this course is that it is not easy - there are some VERY challenging holes to be had - the hardest holes in my opinion being:-

No 5, a long par 5 with a blind tee shot over a hill, then up onto a very elevated green which you will curse (as all our party did) if the wind is blowing as you are likely to find your ball rolling straight back towards you off the sloping green.

No 8, another par 5 -500 metres - very long and tiring and lots of fairway bunkers perfectly placed.

No 13, a very tricky par 3 shooting up onto another small, elevated green with trouble on every side of it.

To sum up - it's a challenging course that forces you to think hard about most of your shots, a bit sandy in places, hilly and consequently feels a LOT longer than it is. The clubhouse lets this place down badly though - has the feel of a very downmarket RSL about it. Oh well.

21. Q-TIP | Rated | 04 May 2006 | Add A Review

Now measures 5853m Par 72 from the back plates (and 5203m Par 72 from the social plates) with four Par 3s ranging from 160-205m, 10 Par 4s ranging from 250-400m and 4 Par 5s ranging from 455-520m. The greens were a little 2-paced some slow some quicker than slow, but not lightning quick. I quite liked the bunkers that protect most greens, and the teebeds were quite nice with mostly flat lies, while the fairways are rarely green here with bare places ñ but always looking better than the last time you visited.

The course now has nine holes on each side of Wentworth Avenue. Very linear layout, with the north side 9 holes having no more than 2 fairways width across. Best holes here are over the road (be very careful when crossing). They offer more challenge, a few doglegs, and a lot of water (though not necessarily in play). The 385m Par 4 7th is little tease with the narrowest driving tee on the course, that sweeps to the right with water/scrubs over back of green and water right, with 2 bunkers left of the smallish tiered green. Par 5s here do not get my respect, but the par 3s do. The 174m Par 3 hole 8B is little tricky into the wind, as is 160m 13th which is my favourite ñ with elevated tiered green on downward slope to the Botany Wetlands, a very small landing area of green to work with.

Played here 4/5/06 with good value for green fees $20 after midday (M-Th) and around $30 for a cart. Pretty average clubhouse though.

22. stepho | Rated | 20 Apr 2006 | Add A Review

Due to the new irrigation system the course has greatly improved. However, the greens and bunkers leave a lot to be desired. The 2 new holes do not accommodate the middle to higher marker and one hole in particular is very poorly designed. The club is continuing to make some progression with the clubhouse surroungs. When the greens and bunkers are re-done and in a professional way then then the course will be dramatically improved.

23. Golferone | Rated | 15 Apr 2006 | Add A Review

I think the last comment is harsh and ignorant. Every golf course has to core greens! To not play again because of this is a big mistake. I played today and I though the course was excellent! All the sandy areas from the past have gone, the fairways are superb, the Clubhouse surrounds are now manicured and overall the course is the best I have ever seen it. The amout of work that has gone into the course over the last 6 months is ac redit to the team at Eastlake. This course now muist be rated as one of the best ion Sydney. I certainly will be back. My next game is April 29th for the Amatuer Open. By then the course will be at its very best.

24. littlemodels | Rated | 10 Apr 2006 | Add A Review

I had not played at Eastlakes for several years but I had fond memories as was expecting a half decent round.

I rocked up to the first tee, hit a nice 3 iron to within 50m and then hit a nice pw punch shot at the flag expecting some backspin. I was left in horror as my ball bounced once and kept on rolling. I walked up to the green to find the greens had been cored.

This was the start of my horror round. The greens had more sand than grass and had the speed of my backyard. I three putted on the first four holes and had hit my handicap by the time I hit hole 5.

I will never go back to this course again as I would have expected the proshop to tell me if the greens had been cored recently.

The only upside was that I played better on the backnine as I had become accustomed to the slow greens and

25. grantss | Rated | 01 Jan 2006 | Add A Review

About the only positive thing I can say about Eastlake is that it is cheap to play. Their business management is clearly innovative, hence the Pay as you Play membership option (if only all golf clubs were so sensible).

However, the course itself leaves a lot to be desired. The course is not very scenic, and is fairly easy: five of the par 4s are shorter than 270m. Plus the fairways are poorly maintained.

And the icing on the cake - having to cross all four lanes of Wentworth Rd to get to the far side of the course, with a buggie in tow. And then having to do it all again to get back. I can do without dodging cars and trucks while playing golf.

26. tomikeda | Rated | 05 Dec 2005 | Add A Review

The course is ok, but what is really lacking is administration. They are just trying to get as many people through as possible. Delayed 24 minutes for tee off, took 3 hours and 10 minutes to play the front nine and after 14 holes, it was 4 hours and 10 minutes and we walked off as 18 holes would have taken 6 hours. Waiting on every hole, no tournament that day so inexcusable for slow golf, no marshals, just slow slow golf. May cost only $36, but you will pay for it with your time.

27. xtanda | Rated | 11 Oct 2005 | Add A Review

With the new sprinkler system, the course is significantly improved. You can feel the fairway is very soft now.

This course has plenty of space, not that kind of course where all the hole are jammed packed near each other very closely. So, pulling a buggy is quite a good exercise. If you want convenience, book the electric cart which now is installed with GPS.

Also, they have 2 new good holes to try !

Just need to be careful when cross the road between 13th and 14th / 6th and 7th - it's not their fault. The local council reject the proposal to built a bridge. I heard they took the matter to court while preparing also the tunnel alternative.

Great fun here !!

28. flipper78 | Rated | 28 Sep 2005 | Add A Review

I played here for the first time on Sept 18 and I am very impressed with this course. I had seen the course from a distance whenever I have played The Lakes and it was also recommended to me by a guy at work. They have just put in some new drainage systems on basically every hole, so there is a little bit of GUR to deal with but it is very minimal. The greens were superb and one of the best I have putted on this year. It is a pretty long course layout in regards to design but that is mainly due to the location and land restrictions.

While most of the holes are memorable for me, my favourites are the 8th, 12th, 13th and 15th.
* 8th - A par 5 of reasonable length with plenty of bunkers to avoid. Needs two good hits to get close to the green. Large, undulating green makes it interesting to putt on.
*12th - Another par 5 that is quite long at 513m. It starts off pretty flat before you reach the elevated green which also slopes away on the left.
*13th - Their signature hole, Uphill, par 3 with water left and trouble right and long of the green.
*15th - The last par 5. This (along with the 7th hole) would be the most picturesque holes on the course. It is a pretty short par 5 at 454m off an elevated tee, but there is water left and trees right. The fairway is also narrow and slopes to the left.

All in all, this will definitely be a course that I will not hesitate in visiting again and we are looking to book it for a game with our social club next year.

29. Golferone | Rated | 06 Aug 2005 | Add A Review

I have just played my first game at Eastlake and was very pleasantly surprised. The general condition of the course was excellent and the greens were the best I have played in this area.

The staff at the Club were very friendly and helpful, in the Pro Shop and in the bar afterwards. The Clubhouse was a bit old fashioned but I hear that they are going to renovate it soon. I had been looking for a course to join and they have a new membership where the joining fee is only $300!! You can also pay in installments, which is helpful. I am going to join, you can't join a Club this good for that price anywhere...

30. avidgolfer.xxx | Rated | 06 Aug 2005 | Add A Review

I have just played my first game at Eastlake and was very pleasantly surprised. The general condition of the course was excellent and the greens were the best I have played in this area.

The staff at the Club were very friendly and helpful, in the Pro Shop and in the bar afterwards. The Clubhouse was a bit old fashioned but I hear that they are going to renovate it soon. I had been looking for a course to join and they have a new membership where the joining fee is only $300!! You can also pay in installments, which is helpful. I am going to join, you can’t join a Club this good for that price anywhere…

31. Golferone | Rated | 06 Aug 2005 | Add A Review

I am a regular player at Eastlake and I have been very impressed with the changes being made atr Eastlake. Over the past few months the condition of the course has improved out of sight! The greens are great! The new irrigation is now in place and will make a good course even better.

I can't wait for the new holes to be opened, I think in September, they look really good.

If you play here after 11.00 on Monday to Thursday they only change you $19!! What a deal!!

If you havent played here recently I recommend that you come give it a go...

32. raynman | Rated | 01 Jul 2005 | Add A Review

The course is looking as good as it has for years atm.

Last time I played here (only 3 months ago) the course was in terrible condition and I swore to myself I wouldnt hurry back. Im glad I did though...

This time round most of the redevelopment is finsihed and now doesnt affect play on the current layout. The fairways were lush and in particulry good condition once you cross the road on holes 7-14.

The greens were all in good nick although soft/slow today, but that was only because of the rain we have had over the last few days. All in all they were a pleasure to putt on.

The dangerous freeway crossing is still a factor (as mentioned below) and will be until they constuct a bridge.

One thing you will find is a great variety on this course. Great mix of links and Parkland Holes, And this will only become better as the new resort style holes (behind the halfway house) look like there almost ready for play.

Payed : $33.00 for 18 holes (midweek)

Time took : 5hrs (foursome)

33. tedjohns | Rated | 30 Dec 2004 | Add A Review

This is a challenging course for all levels of players. It features nice fairways and a variety of holes. If you are not careful you can say goodbye to your ball, either into the water or into the long rough.

However crossing to the other side to the 7th hole is far too dangerous as cars and trucks are travelling at least 70km/ hour. This is a hugh saftey issue.

The other main issue in which I agree with other reviews is they always tend to overbook, which causes delays on especially the 2nd and 3rd holes. I have played there numerous times and have finished 18 holes in over 5 ½ hours. This is not good and frustrating.

Overall, I would recommend other course nearby such as The Coast or Moore Park which are the same price and much more superior.

34. johnny1888 | Rated | 01 Nov 2004 | Add A Review

I like this course, but in many ways it could be better. Firstly, they tend to overbook vistors meaning that you will have to wait 10-15 mins on each hole until the groups in front clear. This is particulary prominent on the first few holes because they are short. Our round took over 5 hours - way too long!

Another thing is that you have to cross over a busy dual carraigeway twice to reach the far end of the course. Not for the faint-hearted and really a disgrace that they haven't built a footbridge. It's a matter of time before some comes a cropper there.

The actual course is pretty good. The rough is kinda sand based which is a pain in the back-side.

All-in-all I will return!

35. garrystaf | Rated | 15 Oct 2004 | Add A Review

I've been playing this course for more than 15years and it has improved dramaticly over the past 5 years. For any one visiting Sydney and wants to test their golf over what on paper seems a shortish course give it a go. The city views from the top of the 370mtr par 4 seventh are spectacular, to the monster 513mtr 12th usually into the nor'easter then the tight 160mtr 13th up-hill into the wind across the lake is I think one of the hardest par 3s in the city, and when you think your nearly there, the 17th awaits, 204mtr par3 water down the left index 2 and guess what into the wind again. A great test so do yourself a favour and try a real test of golf. Paul Gow won the open a few years ago and see how he's gone.

36. supercool | Rated | 06 Jul 2004 | Add A Review

I played at this course last year with my farther and mate. We decided to go on a late sunday afternon. With a storm brewing and wind picking up I had a bad feeling. The greenfeas were good. And when I looked at the scorecard I thought only a short course ay...To my mistake.

This course is very tricky in windy condtions. There is plenty of water to contend with and if your not up the middle 'like I was' you will have long day.

The backnine is even more windy!...Teas are elavated...wind holwing in your face on most.

The greens tended to be medium. Fairways were barron and on angles.

Although this course is fun to play, when ever you play there. I would like to get back there soon...

37. aiyah | Rated | 14 Jul 2003 | Add A Review

This course is in very good condition at the moment, most particularly the greens. The course is a little on the short side, but offers a great variety of holes. Located on Sydney's sandbelt area, sharing locale with such courses as The Lakes, Bonnie Doon and The Australian GC. Water and strategic sand traps come into play on many holes.

This is a course that I feel is a bit underrated by the previous two reviews.

38. tbbob | Rated | 01 Apr 2003 | Add A Review

I have now played the course a few times and am yet to master the wind on the back 9.

Slightly forgiving if you slice, but if you hook (right handers), you will be in trouble on most holes.

Greens are in good nick but some of the fairways could be improved.

39. andrew14966 | Rated | 29 Dec 2002 | Add A Review

Windy & firm. 1 or 2 good par 3's, but generally a little too short.