Plainfield Country Club
Plainfield Country Club is a private 18-hole parkland course just outside Edison, New Jersey, where strategic play meets a calm, mature setting. Its rolling fairways, well-positioned bunkers, and consistent greens offer a refined and approachable test for a wide range of golfers.
Course Overview
Located just outside Edison in Central New Jersey, Plainfield Country Club offers an 18-hole private course that combines classic parkland design with a quiet, mature landscape. The course unfolds through gently rolling terrain, framed by mature hardwoods and well-maintained fairways that reward thoughtful shot-making and course management. With a par of 72 and total yardage stretching just over 6,700 yards, the layout balances challenge and accessibility, making it suitable for a wide range of playing levels. The course demands precision more than length, with well-positioned bunkers and greens that encourage strategic approaches rather than raw power.
Players will find each hole thoughtfully shaped to highlight natural contours, offering subtle elevation changes and a variety of shot options from tee to green. Early morning rounds bring crisp air and soft sunlight that highlights the rich greenery, while afternoon winds can add an extra layer of difficulty, testing club selection and tempo. The putting surfaces, consistently maintained, allow for firm yet fair reads, rewarding careful pace control.
The club’s main facility houses a traditional yet inviting clubhouse where members can relax before or after a round. Its dining and locker room amenities enhance comfort and convenience, supporting a full day on the course. The layout’s walkability encourages players to engage fully with the rhythm of the game on foot, and the course’s gentle rolling hills present a manageable walking experience for most.
Plainfield Country Club emphasizes a classic golf experience set within a private environment. It appeals to golfers who value a course that respects the traditions of the game without sacrificing challenge or playability. Its mature landscape and thoughtful layout combine to offer a seamless flow, presenting a round that is both stimulating and measured in pace. For those seeking a private venue with a focus on solid golf fundamentals and refined surroundings, Plainfield delivers on both counts.
Course Highlights
The course presents a classic parkland layout featuring mature trees that frame each hole, strategic bunkering that guards many greens, and subtle undulations that reward precise approach shots. Its signature features include several long par-4s where placement off the tee defines scoring opportunities, and firm, well-kept putting surfaces that challenge pace control. The clubhouse offers a traditional golf setting with a focus on member amenities and camaraderie.
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Guest Reviews
Sam Phillips
Went for weekend lesson and play package. Joe Charles was brilliant. Took time to understand all constraints injuries and adapted the class and my techniques accordingly. Really excited about the changes as a senior playing golf. typical round for me is bogey golf. After second day training and playing 18 in the afternoon, shot 83!
Helen McCleneghen
Golf courses beautiful. No marshals to encourage timely play. 5 hour rounds. Poor service at restaurants. Expensive. Not worth cost. Been coming here for many years. Probably won't go back. Disappointing.
Bob Walker
My wife and I recently attended the Couples Golf School at Boyne Highlands and the results exceeded our expectations. Our PGA Golf Instructor was Joe Charles and we can’t say enough of how well the class lessons, along with Joe joining us on the actual golf course (The Moor), improved our games. This past weekend I was playing golf with my friends and I chipped-in from a sand trap for a birdie for the first time ever. Thank you Joe!! The newly renovated rooms in the north wing of the main lodge are impressive. Very contemporary looking and really improved the stay. The rest of the lodge is going under renovations that are needed. We did not care for the breakfast buffet in the main dining room. We found the menu and food at the 55th Tee and 19th Tee along with the Seminole Pub to be fantastic. Looking forward to returning this winter for skiing and a follow-up lesson with Joe. He teaches inside during the winter. We also will be back for golf in 2022.
meryll miller
Great course. But hands down to the staff. They were awesome. From the gentlemen at the first tee, the woman working the bar cat and attendants.
Lucas Noyce
Placed deposits months in advance and were told our group would get units next to each other. Group was split in half and placed in condos half a mile apart from each other. Overbooked courses all weekend. Needs better course management.
Helen McCleneghen
Golf courses beautiful. No marshals to encourage timely play. 5 hour rounds. Poor service at restaurants. Expensive. Not worth cost. Been coming here for many years. Probably won't go back. Disappointing.
IKON Lewis
Had a great experience on a golf trip with a group of friends. Courses had great views and were on food shape. Top of the line carts with GPS are a huge bonus. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
meryll miller
Great course. But hands down to the staff. They were awesome. From the gentlemen at the first tee, the woman working the bar cat and attendants.
JUN3 BUGG
Did not golf the course but it really looks like a tremendous course
IKON Lewis
Had a great experience on a golf trip with a group of friends. Courses had great views and were on food shape. Top of the line carts with GPS are a huge bonus. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1591 Woodland Ave, Edison, NJ 08820, USA
Main clubhouse with dining and locker room facilities
Walking is encouraged throughout the course; terrain is gently rolling and accommodates most players comfortably. Recommended to wear supportive golf shoes due to natural elevation changes.
Member invitation required for tee times and course access
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