Distinct from the neighboring Bangkok Golf Club, this is a rare suburban Bangkok course. Its dramatically undulating holes, sloping fairways, and undulating greens create an interesting layout that even experts find appealing. Unfortunately, the crisscrossing landscape is marred by towers and power lines. The fairways are a bit narrow, making it difficult to swing hard, but still enjoyable. Compared to other Bangkok golf courses, the green speed is average.

The course was designed by Jonathan Morrow and Ronald Fream, the designers of Red Mountain Golf.

Hole 8, a unique optional par 3, stands out as a true feature of the course. Players may choose between a short downhill shot to an island green or a daring attempt at the clifftop green. While the design is creative, it forces golfers into a dilemma. Opting for the island green demands a high, soft shot to minimize roll, whereas the back green punishes any approach left short. Watching your ball tumble endlessly down the cliff face, or facing a desperate uphill recovery, are scenarios best avoided.

The course also offers many interesting holes. Hole 6, a handicap-style 1, is a 552-yard par-5 from a white ladder. From the tee, you're faced with numerous bunkers. The tee shot is manageable, but the second shot begins with an uphill approach into a vast, abandoned area on the right. Uphill shots are inherently prone to error, and this requires extra caution. Failure to accurately approach the fairway will result in a pool or a bunker. Even if the second shot is successful, the view from the third shot can be frustrating. While a direct approach to the green from the fairway is straightforward, facing bunkers, bunkers, and more on both sides can make it difficult to swing too hard.

Having just conquered hole 6, hole 7 presents another formidable challenge. This nearly right-angled dogleg left hole requires a landing point in front of the front bunker. While aiming slightly left is acceptable, considering the shorter distance, a straight shot of about 200 yards is a safer option. If you can get the ball into this area, your second shot will be relatively easy.

The 14th and 17th holes, both in the latter half of the course, are short par 4s. While players understand the urge to swing as hard as they can, restraint is also required on these holes. Instead of swinging a driver, opt for a club that can consistently hit around 200 yards and play it safe, ensuring a smooth second shot.

Finally, the 18th hole is a 518-yard par 5 from the white tee. Don't worry about the trees in the center of the fairway on your tee shot; just swing freely—from the second shot onward, there are paths to the green between the trees on either side. The second shot requires choosing a route based on the pin position, but with a stream blocking the left side, a safer route to the right is preferable. The fairway slopes uphill toward the clubhouse, offering panoramic views from your shot back.

The entire course features a downhill tee shot and an uphill second shot. The fairways are undulating, and the greens are mostly long and narrow, requiring precise vertical control. Accurate distance calculation and precise shots in the undulating terrain are crucial.

The clubhouse is beautifully designed and offers a restaurant, lockers, and a shop. Its position as a premium course close to Bangkok and with a unique layout is undeniable. Even bringing important business friends along is a surefire way to go.

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