Golf Course Rating & Type: 4.5 star - Semi Private
Golf Course Address: 1010 Kingsmill Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Phone: (757) 253-3906
Toll Free: (800) 832-5665
Web: www.kingsmill.com
Distance from resort: From the Embassy Suites - 7 miles / 16 mins (Apprx. drive time)
Golf Course Designed By: Arnold Palmer & Ed Seay
Golf Course Brief: Once a Colonial era Plantation...The course is named after the landmarks from Richard Kingsmill’s 1736 plantation, a round here is part golf history and part American History as well. The Plantation Course meanders in and out of a peaceful residential area but the houses are well set back from the fairways and tree lines and deep woods help to keep the experience quite separate and peaceful. You have towering trees, rolling terrain, deep ravines, lots of trees, woods and water that comes into play on eight holes to hold your attention. There is enough of a challenge to maintain the interest of all player levels. The Head Golf Professional at Kingsmill, describes the challenge: "The Plantation course, being a Palmer design, means you've got real big, undulating greens. They're forgiving to get to -- but once you get on 'em, that's where the difficulty lies." You'll notice when you look at the yardage figures that the course really isn't all that long, and once you're out there you'll see that it is pretty wide open. It is not a target course so it is less demanding on drive accuracy but it does ask for accurate and consistent iron play and putting that is right on with the undulating greens. The course is certainly no pushover. The Plantation Course is fun, challenging and always meticulously maintained.
Course Stats:
| Tee | Holes | Yardage | Par | Rating | Slope |
| Gold tees: | 18 | 6,543 | 71 | 71.6 | 119 |
| Blue tees: | 18 | 6,092 | 71 | 69.3 | 114 |
| White tees: | 18 | 5,503 | 71 | 66.5 | 107 |
| Red tees: | 18 | 4,880 | 71 | 69.0 | 116 |
Golf Course info:
| Greens: | Bent |
| Fairways: | Bermuda |
| Trees: | Many |
| Doglegs: | Few |
| Bunkers: | Many |
| Waterholes: | 8 |
| Signature Hole: | 4 |
Tee times: Staying at the resort you can book tee times as soon as you have your reservation or if a guest you can book 30 days in advance. Call 800.832.5665
Golf Packages: Kingsmill Resort offers a variety of affordable nightly rates and options, packages for every occasion and an ever-changing list of special offers. Specials for Spa, Family, Golf groups and more...Call 800.832.5665.
Green Fees - Dates and Rates: Cart fee included Y/N ...Cart Fee if not included:
| Date: | 1/1/11 - 3/15/11 | 3/16/11 - 6/28/11 | 6/29/11 - 9/13/11 | 9/14/11 - 11/24/11 | 11/25/11 - 12/31/11 | |||||
| Days* | Wkdy | Wkend | Wkdy | Wkend | Wkdy | Wkend | Wkdy | Wkend | Wkdy | Wkend |
| Morning | $60 | $60 | $100 | $100 | $85 | $85 | $100 | $100 | $60 | $60 |
| Aftr 11am | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Twilight | $45 | $45 | $65 | $65 | $55 | $55 | $65 | $65 | $65 | $65 |
| 9 Holes | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Walking | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Senior | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Other | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x | x |
*Monday to Thursday=Wkdy // Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays=Wkend
*Note: Resort guests enjoy discounted play on all courses.
Range Balls: All practice facilities are free when scheduled to play. $15.75 + tax for guests if you are just coming to practice.
Note: Course rates and range rates are subject to change without notice.
Golf School: Kingsmill Golf Academy...Instruction programs are designed to meet the needs of the individual player. They do not teach a method. The individual player skill level is taken into consideration along with their strength, flexibility level, style, learning style, and goals. A plan is developed to maximum golfer potential. Instruction facilities include a private teaching tee, two private short game areas, four private practice greens and an indoor video studio, which includes a launch monitor, two video systems and a putting green. Lessons with our PGA professionals can be arranged just about anytime.
Guest Policy: Proper attire, soft spikes, carts required, walking allowed anytime. Bermuda length shorts or walking shorts allowed (no denim pants or shorts). Mens shirts must have a collar. Women’s shirts w/out sleeves must have collars; if without a collar then it must have sleeves. Halter tops and bathing suits tops are not permitted.
Course maintenance schedule or other notes: Aerification Early March & late August. Call for exact dates.
Golf Course and Club House Amenities: Full-sized driving range with a natural grass teeing area, separate putting and chipping greens, fully stocked pro shop, beverage Cart-in-season, events coordinator, PGA pros on staff 7 days per week. A 9 hole par 3 course is available for a small fee. $6 for children under $6 and $12 for adults.
Bar & Restaurant: The grill room serves all your clubhouse favorites...Breakfast, lunch and dinner, full bar, with a lovely outdoor deck area to relax in after a round.
Meeting, Events and Outings: Kingsmill has 16,000 square feet of meeting space between 16 meeting rooms. Those located in our Conference Center feature soundproofing, adjustable lighting, individual climate controls and ergonomically designed chairs. Plus, state-of the-art audio-visual equipment. Many of the meeting rooms feature high ceilings and large windows with beautiful views of the historic James River. We also offer 10,050 square feet of ballroom space in two different areas of the Resort Center. The James River Grand Ballroom and the Burwell Plantation Ballroom are perfect for larger events or conferences. Once your meeting is planned a Conference Concierge will be in constant attendance. Kingsmill offers an event planning team to see to every detail of your stay. Our event planner coordinates everything - even if your event is off-site at a local attraction like Busch Gardens.
Specials, Discounts or other notes: Check out our website for specials.
Golf Course Management:
Golf awards and Recognition: Golf Digest cites the Plantation Course as one of the Top 10 courses for women.