
Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club is an 18-hole private parkland course located in Edison, New Jersey. With a layout that balances strategic challenges and approachable play, this well-maintained facility offers a tranquil suburban setting paired with upscale clubhouse amenities.
Course Overview
Plainfield Country Club offers a classic private golfing experience in Edison, New Jersey, with a well-maintained 18-hole layout set within a traditional parkland style. The course unfolds across gently rolling terrain, where mature trees frame fairways and define strategic lines of play. This measured design balances challenge and approachability, appealing to golfers from mid to low handicaps seeking a test that rewards precision without overwhelming length.
The course’s par 72 layout stretches over approximately 6,700 yards, demanding thoughtful positioning off the tee and steady touch on the greens. Fairways are generally generous but guarded by well-placed bunkers and natural foliage that require calculated shot placement. Greens tend to be moderately undulating, offering subtle breaks that test putting skills without causing undue frustration. The setting benefits from a quiet, suburban atmosphere, providing a focused round away from city noise, yet remains convenient for residents and visitors in the greater Edison area.
Plainfield Country Club caters to a membership that values tradition, quality conditioning, and a private atmosphere. The clubhouse serves as a polished hub for social and dining activities, featuring facilities that complement the golf experience with upscale amenities. Walking is fully encouraged, and the course terrain is manageable on foot with well-maintained paths and gentle elevation changes. Golfers should come prepared with appropriate footwear and expect a pace of play that respects the club’s steady rhythm.
Noteworthy features include fairway bunkering that challenges strategy and green complexes that reward precision, illustrating an understated architectural intent to provide variety throughout the round. Though not widely publicized for any single signature hole, the course’s flow encourages a thoughtful rhythm from start to finish.
Prospective visitors and members alike will find Plainfield Country Club a refined setting that blends tradition with solid playability. Its private status ensures exclusive access but the club’s friendly environment and consistently maintained course make it a distinctive destination within Central New Jersey golf.
Course Highlights
The course is characterized by its classic parkland style with tree-lined fairways and strategic bunkering. Greens feature moderate undulations demanding precise approach shots and attentive putting. The clubhouse adds to the experience with upscale amenities, supporting a private and focused golf environment.
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Guest Reviews
Eric S
I feel compelled to share a review about the golf course because of the price point. Please note this review is coming from someone who plays out of a private club and that golf is his number one thing. First, the positive: The people are lovely, extremely nice and accommodating. Unfortunately, the golf course is straddling the line of disrepair. This is very sad given that I used to work here 30 years ago. The bunkers are completely unkept and unplayable. All tee boxes are uneven and chewed up. However, remarkably, the greens are in pretty good shape with the exception that no one repairs their ball marks. From a course perspective, it is incredibly hilly, lots of blind shots, and super tight, The landing areas are not generous. This course should be half as much as what it costs.
Anthony P
Golf course is overpriced for the condition. It does not drain well and the cart path needs to be repaired. Be careful driving to the course as I received a $75 speeding citation for going 9mph over the limit which was via an automated sensor/camera. Will not be returning to the course.
Sir Retired Slim
Very Nice Golf course that has been a staple in the Gwinnett/Fulton area for years. Everything was good- Rate (hot deal), Pace, fairways, and yardage. My only negative observation was some of the greens are dried out and could use some TCL. Now it is Late August and it’s very hot this week but beware- see Chimneys and Royal Lakes. Overall, great experience and the course layout is fair and will definitely challenge all handicaps.
Andrew Millsaps
This course is the definition of meh. For an almost $100 dollar round there needs to be some changes made around there. There was a frost warning which delayed our tee time, and no one at the course felt the need to let me and my group know. So when we showed up we had a nice hour and a half delay. Clubhouse staff was rude, seemed uninterested and just overall miserable. Starter was rude as hell. On top of that the course conditions were just okay? Nothing blew me away, greens have always been this places biggest issue. Honestly your 80-100 bucks are much better at other courses in the area. I won’t be back!
Tony Esposito
Absolutely horrible. Visited here to play golf, got a ticket sent from the HOA as a non-member stating I ran a stop sign. $100 Fine Pay or be banned. No way to prove I didn't run it, just some camera view, which clearly shows my vehicle stopped before the line. I've never received a moving violation in my life, been driving for 30+ years. Your club is running a scam and I would encourage anyone thinking about visiting here to reconsider where you are welcome. Hope that $100 ticket was worth losing a customer. For golf review, Cart path was horrible, bunkers had no sand, greens looked like a herd of goats grazed on them.
Justin Hamley
Anthony P
Golf course is overpriced for the condition. It does not drain well and the cart path needs to be repaired. Be careful driving to the course as I received a $75 speeding citation for going 9mph over the limit which was via an automated sensor/camera. Will not be returning to the course.
Jesse Lovern
The fairways are in great condition, the greens and bunkers could use some love.
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Tracy McIntosh
When you think of crazy over the top HOA. St Marlo should be at the top of the list. This group is out of control. ****Don’t buy here ***
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Main clubhouse featuring dining, locker rooms, and event spaces
Walking encouraged with well-maintained paths; course terrain is moderate and suitable for comfortable walking with proper golf shoes.
Member invitation required; reservations mandatory for guests