The Greenbrier resort is an imperial American resort. It is an apotheosis for those seeking peace, quality and comfort while holidaying. Baronial architecture, resplendent beauty and ritzy interiors amalgamate in the resort.
Guests may indulge in numerous recreational activities of any genus be it sports, spa, gymming,food and dining or shopping.
The resort is perfect for a ranking golf vacation. The three championship courses viz. the Greenbrier course, the Meadows course, the Old White course, golf clubhouse and a golf academy leave no room to leave a golf buff unsatiated. Eminent golfers like Nick Faldo, Arnold Palmer, President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson and Ben Hogan have experienced the game on the well-groomed greens of the Greenbier.
The far-famed golfer Sam Snead and the 48 times victorius (in various golf tournaments) Tom Watson have held reverable stature at the Greenbrier.
The courses :
1. The Greenbrier Course
The 6,675-yard, par 72 course was constructed in the year 1924 by Seth Raynor. Jack Nicklaus redesigned the Greenbrier Course during 1977. The course has held international cup matches like the the Solheim Cup Matches (1994) and the Ryder Cup Matches (1979).
2. The Meadows Course
Dick Wilson and Bob Cupp designed this 6,795 yards par 71 course. The course is touted to possess the best picturesque features. The 18th hole on the course is famous for testing the adroitness of a golfer.
3. The Old White Course
The Old White Course was built in the year 1914. It is the first golf course of the resort. Charles Blair Macdonald and Seth Raynor were the designers of the 6,826 yards par 70 course. C.B. Macdonald mocked up many a holes like the famous European holes (Redan - North Berwick, Alps - Prestwick , Eden - St. Andrews).
The Old White Hotel, situated close to the greens of the course led to the course’s naming as the Old White Course.
Lester George of George Golf Design fame undertook the course’s renovation process in the year 2006. This was done to ensure that the course doesn’t lack the modish traits.
The Golf Club
The golf club of the three courses has locker facility and a renowned golf shop. Request and club caddies, regular cleansing amenities, golf lessons and availability of food and beverages at Sam Snead’s ought to be mentioned when talking about the clubhouse.
Golf Academy
The golf academy at the Greenbrier is fully-equipped with certified procedures, instructors and lessons to let the beginner golfers be at ease with the game.
