Birdwood Golf Course
Birdwood Golf Course offers an 18-hole championship experience and a 9-hole par-3 course set in Virginia’s rolling hills. Known for its balanced challenge and scenic layout, it caters to golfers of all skill levels with a welcoming atmosphere and modern amenities.
Course Overview
Birdwood Golf Course presents a compelling balance of challenge and charm amid the rolling hills of Charlottesville, Virginia. This 18-hole championship layout, complemented by a distinct 9-hole par-3 course, offers a varied golfing experience suitable for a wide range of players. Set against the backdrop of gentle, undulating terrain, Birdwood invites players to navigate its strategically positioned bunkers and subtle elevation changes that influence club selection and shot shape.
The course’s design encourages thoughtful play without overwhelming less experienced golfers, making it a practical option for members, university teams, and visiting amateurs alike. As the home course for the University of Virginia's golf team, Birdwood carries a reputation for well-maintained fairways and fast, true greens that reward precision. Golfers will appreciate the clear sightlines paired with a natural rhythm to the holes, where careful course management often outweighs power.
Throughout the round, players encounter a variety of landscapes, from open meadow strokes to tree-lined fairways that test shot accuracy. The 9-hole par-3 layout serves as a welcoming introduction or an enjoyable complement to the primary course, ideal for sharpening short-game skills or fitting in a brief round. The surrounding countryside provides a serene setting, punctuated by views of Charlottesville’s characteristic hills, particularly striking during autumn when the foliage adds vibrant hues to the vistas.
Amenities include a full-service clubhouse with a well-reviewed restaurant and pro shop, alongside practice facilities that cater to warm-up needs. The supportive clubhouse atmosphere complements the competitive nature of the course, offering a friendly and knowledgeable staff ready to assist. Golf carts equipped with GPS facilitate efficient play, while walking is common among regulars, though the terrain calls for sturdy footwear to manage gentle slopes and occasional uneven ground.
Birdwood Golf Course delivers an engaging golfing experience that blends solid playability with scenic appeal and thoughtful service. It encourages repeated visits by rewarding strategic thinking and steady execution, all within a quietly refined setting that captures the spirit of Virginia golf without pretense.
Course Highlights
Home to the UVA golf team, Birdwood boasts a well-crafted championship layout framed by gentle hills, a challenging 9-hole par-3 course, and a clubhouse offering panoramic views. The course layout rewards strategy over brute force, with thoughtful bunkering and varied holes that test all facets of a golfer’s game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Guest Reviews
Caroline
Very nice golf courses: 18 holes and a 9 holes (par 3). There are tennis courts and a spa on the site. I think you must be guests at the hotel. But we had lunch on the terrace looking over the golf course . The food and service was top
Zachary dlP
Great track, loved it
Daniel Williams
I cannot say enough about this place. Go golf in October if you can! The views are one of a kind, in my biased opinion. The course is in great shape, and this is the only place my dad wants to play when he visits. Watch the view of my dad on the practice putting green, that's how tight they can be.
David Abraham
Great golf course great service. Same as the Birdwood grill, which has great service, friendly people and good food but the selection is getting smaller.
charlotte nelson
Beautiful course. Challenging. If you can achieve a decent score on this track, you can be pretty confident playing anywhere. I love this course.
Average Joe
Although we played the course in the winter and conditions were a bit on the brown side the layout was exceptional and the improvements that they put in the course appear to be money well spent. The staff in the clubhouse was phenomenal. Everybody was very nice and the menu was decent for a Golf Clubhouse. In case you didn't realize it, this is the UVA's golf team home course. Rates are reasonable for what you get the golf carts are all brand new and have some great GPS yardage technology in them. All of the gentleman that played were walking. I would not recommend it, but they made it look easy.
Jerome Mo
Home of the 'Hoos. We played the nest 6 hole par 3... Short and sweet. Hit off the ranges too. Just great view with the rolling hills around and cville vicinity... Pricey but not unaffordable --friendly staff and cordious patrons.
Derek Ward
Ralf Steinbach
very nice!!!
Jenna Hilary
While on vacation my husband invited me to watch him play. The entire staff was accommodating and beyond welcoming. There was a gentleman who explained some of the course to us, so my husband knew what he was up against. We were paired with a member who could not have been cooler. He explained every hole in great detail including undulation and blind spots. He also made lots of recommendations on places to visit.
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Course Details
Access & Location
410 Golf Course Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22903, USA
Main clubhouse featuring pro shop, restaurant with terrace views, and practice facilities
Walking is possible and common; course terrain includes moderate elevation changes, so comfortable shoes are advised.
Open to public with tee time reservations recommended, higher demand during weekends and university events.
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