Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club offers a classic 18-hole parkland layout characterized by rolling fairways, strategic bunkering, and a serene wooded setting. This private championship course balances challenge and playability, making it a rewarding destination for golfers across skill levels.
Course Overview
Plainfield Country Club offers an 18-hole private golf experience situated just outside Edison in Central New Jersey. This championship layout is crafted in a classic parkland style, where mature hardwoods line fairways, and gently rolling terrain shapes the challenge and charm of each hole. The course strikes a balance between strategic intrigue and approachable playability, inviting players of varied skill levels to find enjoyment without sacrifice of rigor. Elevation changes are modest but meaningful, encouraging thoughtful shot placement rather than overwhelming power.
From the first tee, golfers are met with well-manicured fairways that ease into contoured greens guarded by natural bunkers. Water hazards come into play on select holes, demanding precision, while open landing zones reward well-executed drives. The overall layout promotes a steady rhythm of play, with holes arranged to maintain engagement and variety, avoiding long walks between tee boxes. The natural landscape provides seasonal sparkle, as foliage shifts through autumn hues and spring blossoms soften the scene.
While the course is intentionally challenging enough to test skilled players, it remains accessible to mid-handicappers seeking a rewarding round without undue frustration. Strategic bunkering and moderate green undulation keep scoring opportunities within reach, encouraging careful club selection and course management.
Plainfield Country Club pairs its golf offerings with amenities focused on member enjoyment, including a clubhouse that features dining options and event spaces, supporting both social and sporting gatherings. The course emphasizes walking, with smooth cart paths and peaceful routing making each step pleasant. The club’s private nature ensures a quiet atmosphere, where pace of play and course conditions are carefully managed.
Golfers planning a visit will find the course amenable to all-season play, although spring and fall bring ideal temperatures and vibrant scenery. Those who appreciate a traditional parkland layout enriched by natural beauty and thoughtful design will find Plainfield Country Club a compelling venue where history and challenge meet in Central New Jersey.
Course Highlights
The course features mature hardwoods framing most fairways, strategic bunkers guarding both approach shots and greens, and a selection of holes incorporating subtle water hazards that test accuracy without overwhelming the player. Its classic parkland design, maintained to championship standards, offers a traditional golf experience with a quiet atmosphere and firm, fast greens.
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Guest Reviews
Brian Flynn
Our daughter had the wedding we thought we could only dream of. San Jose was the perfect location. The food was amazing and the staff went above and beyond! Thank you for making our daughter’s dream come true!
Caroline Brown
San Jose Country Club was the site of our wedding reception and we can't say enough about how wonderful the venue, staff, and food were for the big day. Brittany (Catering Manager) is phenomenal to work with. We knew the moment we met her that she would handle everything for our reception without any worries. I did not hire a wedding coordinator simply due to the fact that Brittany was in the picture. She was responsive and informative and went above and beyond. In addition, her catering team is awesome. We had Donald as our 'personal waiter' for the tasting and the wedding day. We are so grateful for his customer service and attention to detail - we felt like the VIPs! The venue itself has been remodeled beautifully, and was easy to decorate for our style. Finally, the food - the food! We have received compliments from all of our guests about how great the food was and we agree. The chef and kitchen nailed it. Thank you SJCC for letting us have you for the big day. We are recommending you to everyone for their events and weddings.
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Mandy
Beautiful golf course but unfortunately they hire anybody to do maintaince work. obviously their not doing drugs test before hiring , why is there drug addicts working on golf courses? And harassing people
Robert Boden
We had dinner at this club the food was exceptional, the atmosphere was good and the staff was fantastic.
Jacqueline Flynn Digney
Last May my husband and I got married at San Jose Country Club. The 10 months of planning leading up to it were a dream, truly. The entire staff and specifically Brittany, the event coordinator, went above and beyond to make our day spectacular. I joke with my friends that if I needed a wall moved they would’ve made it happen. We had three options of menus to choose from, but ended up customizing one of the options. This is one of the ways they showed us flexibility. Because we were having 230 guests they even offered us a complementary champagne toast, which our guests very much enjoyed. SJCC also had several contacts for vendors that we hired, including a firework event specialists. Luckily, SJCC provided most of the items we needed for the wedding such as a dance floor, linens, drapery, wedding party room, etc. The food was outstanding, which our guests still remind us of! The entire night was flawless and I will be forever indebted to this wonderful place that made everything go perfect from the time we did our tour to when we were sent off at the end of the night!
Wind Tree Studios
We recently enjoyed a great dinner here with family and were delightfully surprised at the relaxing yet upbeat atmosphere of the dinning area, the excellent food and top notch customer service. This historic club has definitely stayed relevant and kept its focus on creating an "experience" for its members.
Mandy
Beautiful golf course but unfortunately they hire anybody to do maintaince work. obviously their not doing drugs test before hiring , why is there drug addicts working on golf courses? And harassing people
Wind Tree Studios
We recently enjoyed a great dinner here with family and were delightfully surprised at the relaxing yet upbeat atmosphere of the dinning area, the excellent food and top notch customer service. This historic club has definitely stayed relevant and kept its focus on creating an "experience" for its members.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Main clubhouse with dining and social event facilities
Walking is encouraged with well-maintained paths; sturdy golf shoes recommended due to varied terrain.
Member invitation required for play; reservations mandatory for tee times.
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