
Black Swan Country Club
Black Swan Country Club is a modern 18-hole public course in Georgetown, MA, known for its well-maintained greens and balanced layout. Offering a compelling mix of risk-reward holes and approachable terrain, it appeals to golfers of all levels seeking quality play within a welcoming New England setting.
Course Overview
Black Swan Country Club in Georgetown, Massachusetts offers an engaging 18-hole public golf experience that blends modern design with thoughtful landscaping. Designed to challenge and entertain golfers of varied skill levels, the course is crafted around a gently rolling terrain that demands both accuracy and strategy. The layout moves through open fairways framed by mature trees, interspersed with water hazards that come into play on select holes, offering a balanced mix of risk and reward throughout the round.
The course plays to a par of 72 and stretches to just over 6,600 yards from the back tees, providing a fair yet testing challenge for low handicappers, while multiple tee boxes ensure approachability for beginners and intermediate players. The greens are well-maintained and receptive, requiring solid putting technique as subtle breaks reveal themselves underfoot. Fairways are generally generous, but trouble lurks near well-placed bunkers and the occasional dogleg, encouraging thoughtful club selection on every shot.
Black Swan’s setting is characterized by a serene New England backdrop with well-kept grounds that evoke a sense of calm and focus despite its competitive elements. The steady presence of water features adds visual appeal and influences play, especially on mid-length holes where precision is critical. Its open layout allows for a comfortable pace of play, and the course design encourages walking, enhancing player engagement with the landscape.
Amenities at Black Swan include a spacious clubhouse that accommodates both casual and tournament needs, a practice area with driving range and putting green, plus a professional shop. The club’s approachable pricing and friendly atmosphere make it an appealing destination for public golfers seeking quality golf without the private club restriction.
For golfers planning a visit, it’s advisable to bring firm-soled shoes for walking, especially after rain, as some tee boxes can become softer. Early morning rounds offer the best conditions for smooth greens and lighter course traffic. Black Swan Country Club delivers a solid golf outing that balances modern playability with a welcoming vibe, making it a notable stop for golfers in the Merrimack Valley region.
Course Highlights
Features water hazards and strategically placed bunkers that shape shot decisions; the course's open layout maintains a steady pace of play. The unquestionable highlight is the thoughtful balance between challenging risk-reward holes and straightforward scoring opportunities, appealing across skill levels. The well-kept greens demand precise putting, while the terrain gently tests creativity off the tee.
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Guest Reviews
ashley Furtado
We had our wedding there October 2024 the staff were amazing, food was awesome, the Essex Ballroom room was gorgeous the staff decorated it perfectly for our wedding and our outdoor ceremony was everything we could imagined with great weather. They sure do great for weddings. I highly recommended black swan for weddings they are very affordable and accommodating.
Dave Cavallaro
Great experience on a Saturday morning/afternoon at Black Swan. Jason the Manager of Golf Operations / Head Golf Professional came out at greeted us on the course at one point, thanked us for coming out and was extremely friendly! Interesting layout that often has much risk/reward, I'd say better than average pace of play on the day and greens rolled well. Overall, I personally believe this is one of the better public courses still under $100 in the area.
Natalie Lavino
Our wedding venue was absolutely stunning, they made our vision come to life, set up our decor exactly how we wanted, and the coordinator Tiffany was phenomenal. She was highly responsive to all of our emails and questions from the moment we booked the venue until the day of the event. Everything went off without a hitch. Not to mention that the venue is incredibly beautiful both inside the ballroom and outside on the grounds. I really felt like planning our wedding at Black Swan was the most painless process and it's because of their expertise, professionalism, and experience.
Justin Peters
Decent shape, but should be a lot better considering it’s a pretty Young Course. A lot of the holes have little to no character, all mimic each other. Overall just OK. Update: The 2025 price increases make this place absolutely not worth the money. Go to a golf course like Scottish Highlands that actually respects people’s income and love for the sport.
Kelly McCaig
I got to play the golf course today, first one off the tee and played it solo. It is a pretty nice course, there is a nice mix of holes, and the greens were good. I would recommend playing here, price was worth it for what I got. The only reason it didn't get 5 stars is because of the tee boxes. I played Sunday morning and the tee boxes were like hitting out of the rough. Why not just cut the grass down?
Brandon Sturgeon
Course was nice and well kept. A bit pricey but not terrible. The greens are very nice. There is a grumpy ranger here who was very argumentative with us and not polite at all. I drove away from him thinking he was being childish and a bit rude. It felt like he just wanted to argue with us, never had an issue with a ranger but this guy was just not nice
Dave Cavallaro
Great experience on a Saturday morning/afternoon at Black Swan. Jason the Manager of Golf Operations / Head Golf Professional came out at greeted us on the course at one point, thanked us for coming out and was extremely friendly! Interesting layout that often has much risk/reward, I'd say better than average pace of play on the day and greens rolled well. Overall, I personally believe this is one of the better public courses still under $100 in the area.
Kyle James
Rick Wallwork
We hosted our HS sports team banquet here - packages were very reasonable, planning with staff super easy, and the event and food were wonderful.
G M
They raised their prices to $95 for 18 with a cart. That’s one way to lose business. Stop kidding yourself… nice greens but that’s an absurd price for this course. Nice knowing ya!
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Course Details
Access & Location
258 Andover St, Georgetown, MA 01833, USA
Modern clubhouse featuring a pro shop, dining facilities, and event spaces
Walking is welcome and encouraged; firm-soled golf shoes recommended for best comfort, especially after rain
Reservations recommended, walk-ins accepted based on availability