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\"Oglebay

Oglebay Resort<\/p><\/div>\n

West Virginia \u2013<\/em> Some of you may not be old enough to remember the #2 hit on the U.S. Billboard from 1971, \u201cTake Me Home, Country Roads\u201d.\u00a0 This John Denver song kept resonating in my head throughout my last visit to West Virginia.<\/p>\n

Country roads, take me home <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

To the place I belong <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

West Virginia, mountain momma <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Take me home, country roads<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\"The

The Old White at The Greenbrier<\/p><\/div>\n

 <\/p>\n

His song certainly reflects the attitude of the 1.85 million residents who call this state home. \u00a0In fact, on March 7th<\/sup> of this year, the West Virginia Legislature approved a resolution to make it the official state song. \u00a0I was truly amazed by the number of people that I met who had left to learn their trade elsewhere but have come back home with outstanding credentials. \u00a0All of them seem to be well grounded, humble, with a passion and pride for their home state.\u00a0 True Mountaineer fans and I can see why.\u00a0 The natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, the small town atmosphere and friendly people with a more laid-back lifestyle, make it very conducive to family life and visitors alike.<\/p>\n

West Virginia is also an outdoor adventure oasis. There is world renowned white-water rafting, bungee jumping, zip lining, fishing, hunting and some of the best mountain golf you will find anywhere.<\/p>\n

Our state tour began with less than a 4 \u00bd hour drive southeast from Buffalo.\u00a0 Just off I-70 near Wheeling, is the historic Oglebay Resort & Conference Center<\/a> with more than 100 years of tradition. Their property encompasses 1,640 acres of year-round family recreation. With a 271-room main Wilson Lodge, 54 deluxe cottages plus four golf courses, there is plenty to choose from. \u00a0For us golfers, there\u2019s the 4 star Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed Speidel Course, the 4 \u00bd star Arnold Palmer Klieves Course, the 18-hole executive Crispin Course and the 18-hole Par 3 course.<\/p>\n

\"Oglebay

Oglebay Jones Course<\/p><\/div>\n

The Speidel Jones course has been around since the \u201870\u2019s. It is a classic design that boasts hosting the West Virginia LPGA Golf Classic for 11 years. \u00a0Unfortunately we did not get a chance to play this layout but instead opted to challenge the Klieves Palmer Course.\u00a0 Opened in 2000, this par-71 layout is unique in that it has six par-3 holes, seven par-4 holes and five par-5 holes. \u00a0It has wide fairways with lots of elevation changes and well groomed bunkers.\u00a0 The greens are big and most have crests so you need to be on the proper portion of the green on your approach shots. It ranges in distance from 4,200 yards from the forward tees to 6,800 yards from the championship tees so it will challenge golfers of all skill levels.<\/p>\n

Golf packages start at $121USD which includes two rounds and a buffet breakfast.\u00a0 For more pricing information click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

From Wheeling we drove about 2 hours and 20 minutes south to the center of the state. \u00a0Just off I-79 near Roanoke is the Stonewall Resort<\/a>.\u00a0 This 1900 acre resort overlooks Stonewall Jackson Lake and has attained a Four Diamond Award from AAA because of its\u2019 rustic charm with modern amenities.\u00a0 Accommodations include a 185 room Adirondack style lodge and ten fully equipped lakeside cottages.<\/p>\n

\"Stonewall

Stonewall Resort<\/p><\/div>\n

Their Arnold Palmer Signature Course has a 4 \u00bd star rating and is consistently ranked in the top 100 public golf courses in America. The rolling terrain and the tight tree-lined fairways really give you the true feel of West Virginia \u2013 secluded, relaxed with plenty of wildlife including deer, wild turkey and bobcats.<\/p>\n

Golf Packages for two, start at $240USD and include one round of golf each and a breakfast buffet.\u00a0 The course opens at the end of March until the US Thanksgiving weekend.\u00a0 For more pricing click here<\/a>!<\/p>\n

From here we drove to the southeastern part of the state near White Sulphur Springs.\u00a0 We stayed at the The Greenbrier<\/a>, a National Historic Landmark that has hosted distinguished guests from around the world since 1858.<\/p>\n

The Greenbrier has been recently restored and is now one of the most palatial resorts in America. \u00a0There are 710 options available ranging from single traditional rooms, to four-bedroom estate houses and seven-bedroom suites.\u00a0 They have 1800 acres to explore, a brand new casino as well as a world-class spa and fitness center. \u00a0Make sure you take the guided tour around The Bunker<\/strong> beneath the West Wing.\u00a0 It was a top secret U.S. government relocation facility for Congress during the Cold War Era.\u00a0 Great stories and chalked full of interesting artifacts.<\/p>\n

\"The

The Greenbrier<\/p><\/div>\n

They have five courses on property but only three are available for public play – The Greenbrier<\/strong>, The Old White TPC<\/strong> and the Meadows<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

We played The Old White TPC<\/strong> course, home of the annual PGA TOUR\u2019s The Greenbrier Classic, is a stately links-style layout that celebrated her 100th<\/sup> birthday in 2014.\u00a0 After a four-year restoration was completed in May 2006, it now ranks #34 in the Best Public Golf Courses in America by Golf Digest.<\/p>\n

The Old White TPC is relatively flat as it is built in a valley about 2000 feet above sea level.\u00a0 It is not as photogenic as some of the other courses we played in the state but is certainly the only one that is walkable. \u00a0There is no par fives on the front nine of this par-70. The greens are very irregular in shape with big swales and humps so putting will be an issue.\u00a0 And the bunkers are all surrounded by tall and very punishing fescue grass. Unlimited golf packages start from $225USD. For more details, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Glade

Glade Springs Resort<\/p><\/div>\n

Less than an hour away is The Resort at Glade Springs<\/a>. There are 200 stay options here including 48 guest rooms and suites at The Inn as well as 1 to 6 bedroom Vacation Rentals.\u00a0 They also have three championship courses.\u00a0 Stonehaven<\/strong> is one of the top courses in the state. Woodhaven<\/strong> is the newest family member offering majestic mountain scenery and views of the Glade Creek Gorge.\u00a0 Then there\u2019s the original Cobb Course<\/strong> that was built in 1972 and designed by renowned architect George Cobb.<\/p>\n

We had the pleasure of playing Stonehaven<\/strong>.\u00a0 It is my personal favorite on this trip probably because it is the most photogenic with elevation changes of up to 80 feet per hole. \u00a0It also had the best greens that we played. What makes this course so different is the black crushed limestone in the waist bunkers that gives then a grey hue. There are a number of signatures but what I remember the most is their 2nd<\/sup> hole, a great downhill par three and the 6th<\/sup>, a long par three across a valley with rocky outcrops.\u00a0 The best photo opportunity was as we approached the top of the hill overlooking the 16th<\/sup> tee below with a magnificent vantage point to see this daunting par 5. This course is not to be missed.<\/p>\n

Unlimited Golf Packages starts at $209USD with full breakfast and up to 54 holes of golf. \u00a0Click here<\/a> for package details.<\/p>\n

Our return loop ended with a three hour drive north to Morgantown, home of the University of West Virginia Mountaineers.\u00a0 \u00a0Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa<\/a> \u00a0sits on 500 acres about 10 miles east of I-79 on I-68 and only a 4 \u00bd hour drive back to Buffalo.<\/p>\n

They have 187 renovated guest rooms and 52 two-bedroom condominiums to choose from and two championship golf courses.<\/p>\n

\"Lakeview

Lakeview Resort<\/p><\/div>\n

The Mountainview Course<\/strong> is the younger sibling that opened in 1985 and offers great mountain views and tight fairways where shot placement is more important than distance.\u00a0 This time around we played the original Lakeview Course<\/strong> that was completed in 1954.\u00a0 Because of its\u2019 maturity, this is a very tight course with lots of overhanging trees. \u00a0The course offers huge elevation changes and most holes are either uphill or downhill.\u00a0 Their par 5 7th<\/sup>-hole is one of their signature holes with beautiful views of Cheat Lake. Their 18th<\/sup> hole maybe the toughest you\u2019ll find anywhere.\u00a0 At 610 yards, this par-5 has a sliver of a fairway and all uphill, making this is a \u201cbear\u201d of a hole.\u00a0 In fact no one, including Jack Nicklaus, has ever reached this green in two. \u00a0My only complaint was that the tee blocks were a little rough otherwise the course was in great shape.<\/p>\n

Package Rates start from $149.99USD for two rounds of golf, full breakfast and dinner.\u00a0 For more information on pricing, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

West Virginia is one of the prettiest states in America and has some of the most spectacular mountain golf you\u2019ll find anywhere. It\u2019s not that far to drive and their golf season extends well beyond ours.\u00a0 I promise that once you have been here you will want to come back. Take me home!<\/p>\n

Almost heaven, West Virginia <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Life is old there, older than the trees <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Younger than the mountains, blowing like a breeze <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

For more information visit on West Virginia visit www.wvtourism.com<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

By\u00a0Dave Finn<\/a>\u00a0(dave @ golfinn.com)<\/p>\n

\"Dave<\/a><\/p>\n

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