Chaska, MN

Downs Farm

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Breh
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Experience: 13.9 years 191 played 189 reviews
3.50 star(s)

2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Jun 26, 2019 Played the course:once

Pros:

One of the nicest host I've ever had. Robert was more than accommodating. I even tried to donate money and buy a water and he wouldn't let us. Never have I been treated better on a course. I even got to get beat in some ping pong while there the man can play. The course itself plays on his land, and has great elevation change as well as good baskets. Nothing to far to throw but accuracy is key on most the holes as there's some tricky out of bounds and lines to pin. All kinds of wildlife on course from baby birds, to his dogs that do very well following you on course. Frogs/foxes/geese and even the occasional snapping turtle. Some good chances at aces but also some holes that can really test your game. Hole 5/11/12/13 can all present a major challenge and make you cough up your bogey free round.

Cons:

Only 13 holes and some of the holes use the same basket. The owner does a great job going over the layout with you so there shouldn't be much confusion. No real wide open bomb holes.
Would love to see this as a 18 hole course there's talk of expanding however good job with the land he has.
The holes could use up to date tee signs as many our incorrect for current layout
The hillside holes can cause some nasty rollouts.
On a busy day might have to watch for errant throws like during a league round

Other Thoughts:

All in all a wonderful place the owner has some great history there and his shop is incredible. It's hard for me to rank this course as it's a private land novelty style course but the history their is awesome. If you get the chance play it make sure to call you will feel right at home.
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