Valley Club of Montecito
Course at a glance
Valley Club of Montecito is an 18-hole golf course in Santa Barbara, California (93108). The course was designed by Alister Mackenzie and opened in 1929. From the Black tees, Valley Club of Montecito plays to 6,750 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,973 to 6,750 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.8, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 61% of rated golf courses in California. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and winter rye fairways. Hazards include 81-90 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Valley Club of Montecito are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Valley Club of Montecito
Valley Club of Montecito is a 18-hole golf course located in Santa Barbara, California (93108). The course was designed by Alister Mackenzie and established in 1929. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,750 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.8.
Walking is permitted.
Valley Club of Montecito offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, putting it in the upper half of courses in California for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,973 to 6,750 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
California offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,750
Slope
133
Rating
72.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 648 rated courses in California
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 133 | 72.8 | 490 | 511 | 459 | 148 | 430 | 295 | 448 | 154 | 428 | 3363 | 494 | 183 | 353 | 382 | 182 | 518 | 457 | 378 | 440 | 3387 | 6,750 |
Blue | 131 | 72.1 | 460 | 497 | 453 | 144 | 422 | 295 | 433 | 149 | 416 | 3269 | 494 | 178 | 353 | 382 | 175 | 512 | 457 | 378 | 412 | 3341 | 6,610 |
WhiteWomen's | 138 | 76.7 | 455 | 482 | 439 | 138 | 408 | 284 | 416 | 135 | 413 | 3170 | 461 | 168 | 338 | 374 | 168 | 476 | 447 | 369 | 392 | 3193 | 6,363 |
WhiteMen's | 128 | 71.0 | 455 | 482 | 439 | 138 | 408 | 284 | 416 | 135 | 413 | 3170 | 461 | 168 | 338 | 374 | 168 | 476 | 447 | 369 | 392 | 3193 | 6,363 |
Inside 9Men's | 122 | 71.4 | 457 | 486 | 375 | 168 | 474 | 449 | 372 | 92 | 290 | 3163 | 457 | 486 | 375 | 168 | 474 | 449 | 372 | 92 | 290 | 3163 | 6,326 |
Inside 9Women's | 128 | 73.8 | 451 | 471 | 330 | 154 | 414 | 371 | 364 | 92 | 290 | 2937 | 451 | 471 | 330 | 154 | 414 | 371 | 364 | 92 | 290 | 2937 | 5,874 |
Red | 130 | 72.4 | 451 | 405 | 425 | 129 | 332 | 276 | 365 | 125 | 323 | 2831 | 403 | 130 | 281 | 328 | 157 | 411 | 369 | 361 | 286 | 2726 | 5,557 |
Red | 120 | 68.1 | 451 | 405 | 425 | 129 | 332 | 276 | 365 | 125 | 323 | 2831 | 403 | 130 | 281 | 328 | 157 | 411 | 369 | 361 | 286 | 2726 | 5,557 |
GreenWomen's | 122 | 68.7 | 451 | 401 | 343 | 96 | 310 | 218 | 365 | 98 | 262 | 2544 | 334 | 130 | 277 | 328 | 86 | 371 | 369 | 248 | 286 | 2429 | 4,973 |
GreenMen's | 112 | 64.5 | 451 | 401 | 343 | 96 | 310 | 218 | 365 | 98 | 262 | 2544 | 334 | 130 | 277 | 328 | 86 | 371 | 369 | 248 | 286 | 2429 | 4,973 |
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Valley Club of Montecito offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,750 | 133 | 72.8 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,610 | 131 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
White | 6,363 | 138 | 76.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,363 | 128 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Inside 9 | 6,326 | 122 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Inside 9 | 5,874 | 128 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,557 | 130 | 72.4 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,557 | 120 | 68.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,973 | 122 | 68.7 | 25+ |
Green | 4,973 | 112 | 64.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Valley Club of Montecito
Valley Club of Montecito features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Valley Club of Montecito is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Valley Club of Montecito a public or private golf course?
Valley Club of Montecito is a private golf course located in Santa Barbara, CA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Valley Club of Montecito have?
Valley Club of Montecito is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1929. The course was designed by Alister Mackenzie.
What is the yardage at Valley Club of Montecito?
From the White tees, Valley Club of Montecito plays to 6,363 yards (par 73). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,973 to 6,750 yards.
What is the slope rating at Valley Club of Montecito?
The Black tees at Valley Club of Montecito have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 72.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Valley Club of Montecito?
Yes, walking is allowed at Valley Club of Montecito. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Valley Club of Montecito?
Contact the course directly or call 805-969-4681 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Valley Club of Montecito offer?
Valley Club of Montecito offers a pro shop.
Where is Valley Club of Montecito located?
Valley Club of Montecito is located at 1901 Valley Rd in Santa Barbara, CA 93108. You can reach them at 805-969-4681.
What is the difficulty level at Valley Club of Montecito?
Valley Club of Montecito is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 61% of golf courses in California. The average slope rating in California is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Valley Club of Montecito?
Valley Club of Montecito offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,750 yards, slope 133) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,973 yards, slope 112) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Valley Club of Montecito?
Beginners at Valley Club of Montecito should play the Green tees, which play 4,973 yards with a slope of 112. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Valley Club of Montecito?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Inside 9 tees (slope 128, rating 73.8) at Valley Club of Montecito has a course handicap of 17, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Valley Club of Montecito?
A typical round at Valley Club of Montecito takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.