Idle Hour Country Club
About Idle Hour Country Club
Idle Hour Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lexington, Kentucky (40502). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1924. From the Ross tees, the course plays to 7,011 yards with a par of 70. The Ross tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 75.0.
Walking is permitted.
Idle Hour Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in Kentucky for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,291 to 7,011 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.
Par
70
Length
7,011
Slope
134
Rating
75.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
132
KY Average
113
US Average
Based on 128 rated courses in Kentucky
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ross | 134 | 75.0 | 437 | 220 | 463 | 167 | 319 | 442 | 461 | 499 | 404 | 3412 | 370 | 214 | 529 | 186 | 438 | 475 | 442 | 484 | 461 | 3599 | 7,011 |
Back | 132 | 72.8 | 419 | 207 | 443 | 139 | 301 | 425 | 433 | 468 | 381 | 3216 | 353 | 184 | 517 | 163 | 418 | 420 | 421 | 434 | 479 | 3389 | 6,605 |
Back/Middle | 130 | 71.8 | 418 | 184 | 420 | 138 | 299 | 414 | 406 | 466 | 378 | 3123 | 325 | 183 | 511 | 165 | 414 | 401 | 300 | 421 | 456 | 3176 | 6,299 |
Middle | 137 | 76.8 | 378 | 185 | 422 | 123 | 284 | 414 | 411 | 446 | 339 | 3002 | 330 | 162 | 509 | 145 | 380 | 404 | 402 | 421 | 438 | 3191 | 6,193 |
Middle | 128 | 70.6 | 378 | 185 | 422 | 123 | 284 | 414 | 411 | 446 | 339 | 3002 | 330 | 162 | 509 | 145 | 380 | 404 | 402 | 421 | 438 | 3191 | 6,193 |
Middle/Forward | 123 | 68.8 | 377 | 184 | 369 | 122 | 283 | 352 | 377 | 445 | 334 | 2843 | 325 | 161 | 446 | 146 | 375 | 360 | 353 | 340 | 434 | 2940 | 5,783 |
Forward | 118 | 66.1 | 340 | 129 | 366 | 110 | 220 | 357 | 385 | 408 | 279 | 2594 | 275 | 116 | 445 | 94 | 304 | 361 | 355 | 336 | 417 | 2703 | 5,297 |
Forward | 130 | 72.0 | 340 | 129 | 366 | 110 | 220 | 357 | 385 | 402 | 279 | 2588 | 275 | 116 | 445 | 94 | 304 | 361 | 355 | 336 | 417 | 2703 | 5,291 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Idle Hour Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ross | 7,011 | 134 | 75.0 | 0-5 |
Back | 6,605 | 132 | 72.8 | 5-15 |
Back/Middle | 6,299 | 130 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
Middle | 6,193 | 137 | 76.8 | 12-22 |
Middle | 6,193 | 128 | 70.6 | 12-22 |
Middle/Forward | 5,783 | 123 | 68.8 | 12-22 |
Forward | 5,297 | 118 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Forward | 5,291 | 130 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Idle Hour Country Club
Idle Hour Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Idle Hour Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Idle Hour Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Idle Hour Country Club is a public golf course located in Lexington, KY. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Idle Hour Country Club have?expand_more
Idle Hour Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1924. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
From the Middle tees, Idle Hour Country Club plays to 6,193 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,291 to 7,011 yards.
What is the slope rating at Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
The Ross tees at Idle Hour Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 75.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Idle Hour Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Idle Hour Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Idle Hour Country Club offer?expand_more
Idle Hour Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Idle Hour Country Club located?expand_more
Idle Hour Country Club is located at 1815 Richmond Rd in Lexington, KY 40502. You can reach them at 859-266-7901.
What is the difficulty level at Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
Idle Hour Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 68% of golf courses in Kentucky. The average slope rating in Kentucky is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
Idle Hour Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Ross tees (7,011 yards, slope 134) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward tees (5,291 yards, slope 130) 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 Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Idle Hour Country Club should play the Forward tees, which play 5,291 yards with a slope of 130. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Middle tees (slope 128, rating 70.6) at Idle Hour Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 88. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Idle Hour Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Idle Hour Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.