Fairview Country Club
Course at a glance
Fairview Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Greenwich, Connecticut (06831). The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and opened in 1968. From the Championship tees, Fairview Country Club plays to 6,900 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 5,492 to 6,900 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.6, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 88% of rated golf courses in Connecticut. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Fairview Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Fairview Country Club
Fairview Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Greenwich, Connecticut (06831). The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and established in 1968. From the Championship tees, the course plays to 6,900 yards with a par of 72. The Championship tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 139, Fairview Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Connecticut, playing harder than 88% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,492 to 6,900 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.
Golf in Connecticut typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,900
Slope
139
Rating
73.6
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
128
CT Average
113
US Average
Based on 156 rated courses in Connecticut
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 139 | 73.6 | 389 | 591 | 177 | 354 | 492 | 440 | 415 | 170 | 317 | 3345 | 427 | 542 | 401 | 576 | 208 | 349 | 184 | 454 | 414 | 3555 | 6,900 |
Founders #1 | 137 | 72.8 | 385 | 548 | 160 | 348 | 472 | 417 | 389 | 170 | 317 | 3206 | 427 | 540 | 398 | 540 | 208 | 349 | 184 | 454 | 414 | 3514 | 6,720 |
MembersWomen's | 138 | 77.2 | 370 | 530 | 137 | 333 | 452 | 402 | 377 | 160 | 293 | 3054 | 394 | 523 | 376 | 524 | 190 | 323 | 162 | 409 | 378 | 3279 | 6,333 |
MembersMen's | 133 | 71.3 | 370 | 530 | 137 | 333 | 452 | 402 | 377 | 160 | 293 | 3054 | 394 | 523 | 376 | 524 | 190 | 323 | 162 | 409 | 378 | 3279 | 6,333 |
Founder's #2 | 130 | 70.2 | 370 | 496 | 127 | 333 | 452 | 372 | 331 | 160 | 293 | 2934 | 368 | 523 | 376 | 500 | 155 | 323 | 162 | 398 | 354 | 3159 | 6,093 |
FairviewWomen's | 132 | 74.8 | 364 | 496 | 127 | 300 | 436 | 372 | 331 | 135 | 278 | 2839 | 368 | 485 | 358 | 500 | 155 | 308 | 145 | 398 | 354 | 3071 | 5,910 |
FairviewMen's | 128 | 69.4 | 364 | 496 | 127 | 300 | 436 | 372 | 331 | 135 | 278 | 2839 | 368 | 485 | 358 | 500 | 155 | 308 | 145 | 398 | 354 | 3071 | 5,910 |
Founders #3 | 130 | 74.0 | 364 | 448 | 127 | 288 | 436 | 355 | 331 | 135 | 262 | 2746 | 368 | 473 | 358 | 455 | 155 | 300 | 145 | 388 | 354 | 2996 | 5,742 |
Forward | 129 | 72.7 | 331 | 448 | 117 | 288 | 414 | 355 | 296 | 100 | 262 | 2611 | 334 | 473 | 317 | 455 | 140 | 300 | 140 | 388 | 334 | 2881 | 5,492 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 11 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Fairview Country Club offers 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 6,900 | 139 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
Founders #1 | 6,720 | 137 | 72.8 | 0-5 |
Members | 6,333 | 138 | 77.2 | 5-15 |
Members | 6,333 | 133 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
Founder's #2 | 6,093 | 130 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
Fairview | 5,910 | 132 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
Fairview | 5,910 | 128 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Founders #3 | 5,742 | 130 | 74.0 | 12-22 |
Forward | 5,492 | 129 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Fairview Country Club
Fairview Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Fairview Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairview Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Fairview Country Club is a private golf course located in Greenwich, CT. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Fairview Country Club have?expand_more
Fairview Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1968. The course was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr..
What is the yardage at Fairview Country Club?expand_more
From the Championship tees, Fairview Country Club plays to 6,900 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,492 to 6,900 yards.
What is the slope rating at Fairview Country Club?expand_more
The Championship tees at Fairview Country Club have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 73.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Fairview Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Fairview Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Fairview Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.fairviewcountryclub.org/ or call 203-531-6200 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Fairview Country Club offer?expand_more
Fairview Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Fairview Country Club located?expand_more
Fairview Country Club is located at 1241 King St in Greenwich, CT 06831. You can reach them at 203-531-6200.
What is the difficulty level at Fairview Country Club?expand_more
Fairview Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 88% of golf courses in Connecticut. The average slope rating in Connecticut is 128. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Fairview Country Club?expand_more
Fairview Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Championship tees (6,900 yards, slope 139) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward tees (5,492 yards, slope 129) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Fairview Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Fairview Country Club should play the Forward tees, which play 5,492 yards with a slope of 129. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Fairview Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Founder's #2 tees (slope 130, rating 70.2) at Fairview Country Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 87. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Fairview Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Fairview Country Club 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.