Hobbs Hole Golf Course
Hobbs Hole Golf Course in Tappahannock, Virginia, presents an inviting 18-hole public layout with open fairways, true greens, and a steady coastal breeze that challenges shot-making skills gently. Its well-kept grounds and welcoming restaurant make it a favored destination for diverse golfers seeking a relaxed yet thoughtfully designed course.
Course Overview
Hobbs Hole Golf Course offers an 18-hole public layout that balances approachable playability with enough strategic challenge to engage golfers of varying skill levels. Located in Tappahannock, Virginia, this course benefits from a gently undulating profile that sits close to the Rappahannock River, inviting breezes to influence shot-making and lending a subtle seaside character to the experience. The course’s open fairways are lined with mature trees and well-maintained bunkers that demand thoughtful club selection and precise execution.
Players will find the fairways generous but strategically placed hazards and subtle contours around the greens require attention to detail on approach shots. The greens roll true and offer subtle breaks that reward steady putting. Hobbs Hole is known for its wind factor, which plays a constant role in shaping how holes play throughout the day, adding a layer of tactical complexity without overwhelming less experienced golfers.
The course grounds are consistently well-kept, and the friendliness of the staff elevates the overall experience. After your round, the on-site restaurant provides a comfortable setting for post-game relaxation, serving up a selection of local fare and refreshing drinks. The restaurant welcomes both golfers and visitors not playing, making it a local gathering spot beyond the fairways.
Golfers who prefer walking will find the terrain manageable, and while carts are available on request, strolling the course offers the best chance to engage with its natural flow and scenic outlooks. Whether arriving for a casual outing or serious practice, Hobbs Hole’s layout and condition make it a reliable choice in the Eastern Virginia region.
The course’s location makes it accessible for trips from Richmond and beyond, and those familiar with coastal golf will appreciate the nuanced environmental elements that shape Hobbs Hole’s character. Expect a friendly but professionally maintained golf setting where the atmosphere supports both camaraderie and competition.
Course Highlights
Hobbs Hole draws subtle inspiration from seaside golf with coastal winds shaping play across its open fairways and well-positioned bunkers. The course’s true-rolling greens and approachable yardage make it inviting for mid to high handicappers while still testing shot strategy for low handicaps. The club’s restaurant is noteworthy for its quality selections and accessibility to both golfers and visitors.
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Guest Reviews
Chad Balwanz
A beautiful well groomed public golf course, great staff and quaint bar with excellent brew on Tapp. The food was very good. I am from Ohio but visit friends and family several times a year. A round of golf at Hobbs Hole has became a tradition. Great course with great friends, that’s what golf is all about.
Catherine Burkindine
Great place for lunch.
Shawn O'Donnell
I recently returned from playing golf in Myrtle Beach, a drive of more than 6 hours. I could have saved myself 5 hours of travel time by heading to Tappahannock and Hobbs Hole. The course was in great condition for springtime. Greens were rolling true and the layout was very challenging with opportunities for the well placed shot to score. Like a seaside course you need to be sure to account for the wind on every shot. I was impressed by the personnel and Brian Hettinger, the PGA pro and manager, has everyone working together to provide a terrific experience for golfers of every skill level.
ralph elliott
A terrific Golf Course under the leadership of Mr Kent also wonderful
Jim Alexander
The course was in great shape and fun to play. The swarming horse flies made it miserable.
Chad Balwanz
A beautiful well groomed public golf course, great staff and quaint bar with excellent brew on Tapp. The food was very good. I am from Ohio but visit friends and family several times a year. A round of golf at Hobbs Hole has became a tradition. Great course with great friends, that’s what golf is all about.
Amy Geisel
This is a nice little restaurant on a golf course. You don't need to be playing golf in order to eat at the restaurant. We chose our seats and were waited on quickly. The restaurant wasn't too busy on this Friday around 1. The food came out quickly and was hot. The onion rings were delicious. All the food was good, but my husband and I would both try something different next time. It was good enough that we would go back.
Paul Clay
Played this morning and really enjoyed the round. Course is in really good shape and greens were great! My only issue is that they let a group of 6 tee off together at 7:45am! Terrible course management and the front nine was extremely slow! Fortunately they didn’t play the back nine.
Alphonso Smith
Nice open course. Not so difficult to play. Very nice sceenery, fareways and greens. Good location. Nice restaurant. Would definitely recommend it.
Shawntee Plummer
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Course Details
Access & Location
1267 Hobbs Hole Dr, Tappahannock, VA 22560, USA
Hobbs Hole Clubhouse with full-service restaurant and pro shop
Walking is welcomed and the terrain is mostly flat with some gentle slopes; standard golf shoes are advisable for footing
No advance reservation required though recommended on weekends; open to all players
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