1658 Nagakura,
Yokoshiba, Sanbu, Chiba 289-1756
The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined parkland.
Designer:
J. Michael Poellot
35.674162
140.444097
14 km E of Yachimata / 40 km NE of Chiba.
Caledonian Golf Club: This J. Michael Poellot design is set amongst rolling hills and natural woodland in the Sanbu district of the Chiba prefecture. Plenty of stylish "rivers of sand" bunkers adorn the layout, with five ponds also threatening on seven or eight holes. The far end of the course away from the clubhouse is criss-crossed by towering pylons and their associated power lines.
Private club, that allows a limited amount of non-member, outside visitor play.
Must book in advance.
J. Michael Poellot is a renowned American golf course designer, whose designs can be found in the USA, Mexico, Panama, Brazil, the Caribbean, France and across Asia. Caledonian is one of several Poellot designs in Japan. Among the Poellet courses played by the Where2Golf team, a particular favourite is Whiskey Creek in Maryland.
The course has been used as a Japan Tour venue (see our Tournaments section >by Venue >Caledonian, Japan).
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Our visit last month included two rounds at Golf de Chantilly, one of France’s most prestigious clubs.
It offers two superb layouts: Le Vineuil, a five-star championship course with a rich history, and Longères, an excellent four-star course that provides a strong and enjoyable test.
The wider Paris region offers plenty more. Courses such as Fontainebleau, Golf de Saint-Germain, and several other top-rated layouts make this area one of Europe’s most rewarding golf destinations, offering a mix of woodland, heathland, and parkland designs.
The Dutch: "It's no' just a game", as they say in Scotland, and that's certainly true at The Dutch. With 5-star services throughout, a lavishly comfortable Loch Lomond-inspired clubhouse, and a superbly designed and presented golf course, one could not ask for more from this top-end private club.
Join us at The Dutch from August 21–24 for the Festival of Golf, featuring the HotelPlanner Tour. Experience four days of top-tier sport, live music, incredible food, and unexpected surprises. Explore the grounds, connect with others, embrace new challenges, and dive into an unforgettable celebration. Click here to buy tickets.
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Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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