Hermitage Golf Course
Hermitage Golf Course offers a parkland-style, 27-hole public layout set near Nashville with tree-lined fairways and water hazards that challenge both beginners and seasoned players. Its multiple tees and well-maintained greens provide an accessible yet rewarding experience for a wide range of golfers.
Course Overview
Hermitage Golf Course in Old Hickory, Tennessee, offers a compelling blend of natural beauty and approachable challenge in a public, 27-hole layout that caters to golfers across all skill levels. Set on gently rolling terrain just northeast of Nashville, its three distinct nines—the Presidents Reserve, the Generals Retreat, and the Old Hickory—each present a unique experience while embracing a classic parkland style framed by mature hardwoods and sparkling water features. The tree-lined fairways are generous but demand thoughtful shot placement, as strategically positioned bunkers and undulating greens test your short game precision without overwhelming higher handicaps.
The overall setting is tranquil, devoid of nearby homes, which allows players to engage fully with the course’s natural rhythm. During a round, you’ll encounter elevation changes that create subtle complexities and water hazards that influence strategy rather than penalize excessively. These elements combine to make Hermitage an inviting yet stimulating round for beginners and seasoned players alike.
Facilities include a well-appointed clubhouse with dining options, a pro shop stocked with essentials, and practice areas suitable for refining all facets of your game. Golf carts are available but limited to cart-path usage during certain seasons, an important consideration when planning your visit; walking is entirely feasible but prepare for some extended distances on the steeper holes. The course’s multiple tee sets widen its appeal, allowing players to tailor their rounds according to ability and ambition.
While the course occasionally undergoes seasonal maintenance like aeration, efforts remain focused on maintaining smooth, fast greens and crisp fairways, ensuring quality conditions through much of the year. Hermitage also welcomes large groups and events, complementing its social atmosphere without sacrificing the integrity of its championship-style layout.
For public golf in the Nashville area, Hermitage stands out as a well-maintained, thoughtfully designed option that invites players to focus on precision and feel amid an inviting woodland setting. Timing your visit outside of peak busy times can help avoid slow play, making for a smoother, more enjoyable round on this classic Tennessee course.
Course Highlights
Hermitage’s three nine-hole courses each provide distinct challenges within a predominantly parkland setting highlighted by mature trees and water hazards that influence safe shot options. The Presidents Reserve offers a slightly more demanding test with elevation changes and nuanced greens, while Generals Retreat balances playability and strategic interest. The Old Hickory nine completes the trio with gentle contours and open fairways. The absence of surrounding homes enhances the natural feel, and the course’s multiple tee boxes offer flexibility for all abilities.
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Guest Reviews
Jeb Maloney
We really enjoyed playing Hermitage! We had a large group of us for a wedding weekend and they accommodated our group well! The course is awesome, felt very natural with no homes in sight. The layout is super playable and they've got plenty sets of tees for all skill levels. The grass was still dormant when we played but the course was still in very good shape. The greens were smooth and rolled well. I would definitely recommend Hermitage when playing public golf in Nashville!
Daniel Jones
This was our second time playing at Hermitage golf course. We played the Generals Retreat this time. After playing both courses, the Presidents Reserve is a little nicer and more challenging but both are beautiful and well maintained. Tree lined fairways, well placed bunkers, lots of water, and sloping topography make for a beautiful, fun course to play. Only downside was the recently aerated greens and fairways but hopefully that will be resolved soon.
Jordan Stone
I’ve been playing here for at least 12 years and it’s gone way down hill all while getting ridiculously expensive for what it is. It’s the worst range conditions I’ve ever seen, no exaggeration. Also, I’ve left 2 range finders in the cart by accident. My fault obviously, but when I call the next day they say they “don’t have it.” I even asked about their policy with rangefinders and they play dumb. The employees are stealing the rangefinders and items left behind in carts. I can guarantee you that. I will be ending my 12+ years of giving this place my business. Play somewhere else in Nashville.
Lindsay Alore
WOW! Just had our wedding this weekend and it could not have been more perfect! Mindy and Carson are an absolute DREAM and made sure every detail of my day went perfectly!! Even just a few little issues came up and they were handled immediately. This is the most stunning venue and has so many little perks that just made my day even better not only for me but for my guests as well. Pretty much the whole place has been renovated and they did such a great job. The venue is set up perfectly for a wedding with staging rooms, beautiful garden and reception rooms, getting ready rooms, putt putt during cocktail hour, fire table outside for guests to take a dance break, the list goes on!! If you want a perfect wedding day like we had, then look no further, this is your venue!! Thank you once again Mindy, Carson, and the entire HGC crew for making our wedding day magical and absolutely epic!!
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Sara Dobbs
The course is great. Challenging and fun. However the management of the course is not excellent. From the moment I checked in I had problems. I booked a tee time for 2 people. My reservation from my email confirmed my tee time was at 1:30. I arrive and check in at 1:15 but my buddy was still parking. The lady at the counter says, actually your tee time is 1:20. I pull out my confirmation email and reassure her it is 1:30 and she began to be annoyed and asking why my partner hadn’t arrived yet? I again showed the 1:30 confirmation email. So my partner arrives and they RUSH us onto the course only to tee off the wait 5-9 minutes between each shot due to overbooking. They gave us a cart without telling letting us know it was path only. So we walked more than if we just had walked the course. Which we would have done had they told us. Our cart was a Marshall’s cart so we didn’t have a GPS for yardage and hole information. So I had fun golfing on a pretty course, but don’t play here unless you have 6 hours to devote to a round.
Daniel Jones
This was our second time playing at Hermitage golf course. We played the Generals Retreat this time. After playing both courses, the Presidents Reserve is a little nicer and more challenging but both are beautiful and well maintained. Tree lined fairways, well placed bunkers, lots of water, and sloping topography make for a beautiful, fun course to play. Only downside was the recently aerated greens and fairways but hopefully that will be resolved soon.
Sara Dobbs
The course is great. Challenging and fun. However the management of the course is not excellent. From the moment I checked in I had problems. I booked a tee time for 2 people. My reservation from my email confirmed my tee time was at 1:30. I arrive and check in at 1:15 but my buddy was still parking. The lady at the counter says, actually your tee time is 1:20. I pull out my confirmation email and reassure her it is 1:30 and she began to be annoyed and asking why my partner hadn’t arrived yet? I again showed the 1:30 confirmation email. So my partner arrives and they RUSH us onto the course only to tee off the wait 5-9 minutes between each shot due to overbooking. They gave us a cart without telling letting us know it was path only. So we walked more than if we just had walked the course. Which we would have done had they told us. Our cart was a Marshall’s cart so we didn’t have a GPS for yardage and hole information. So I had fun golfing on a pretty course, but don’t play here unless you have 6 hours to devote to a round.
Brian Easter
Played golf in March. It is always cart path only until mid-april, which made the round incredibly slow. The bar/grill was not clearly laid out, but the staff was friendly. Rangers didn't encourage groups to play faster. No warning from the pro shop when we booked that darkness would be a factor. For the price of the round, that was not cool.
Matt O'Brien
I have played a few rounds here and the course is beautiful, the unlimited range is great to warmup, food in the clubhouse is good, and I can’t say enough about the staff. Cason and Angela in particular have made my last couple trips to this course all the more fun. Thank you both for creating some awesome memories for me! Looking forward to my next trip!
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Course Details
Access & Location
3939 Old Hickory Blvd, Old Hickory, TN 37138, USA
Full-service clubhouse with pro shop, dining facilities, and event spaces
Walking is permitted and common; wear supportive shoes due to varied elevation and some lengthy holes.
Advance tee time reservations recommended, especially for weekends and large groups
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