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02-06-2024 10:03 PM #1
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Montebello
I guess we now have an explanation for why the course has gone downhill over the last couple of years:
https://ottawasun.com/news/local-new...a-4db4cc2ce15b
Hopefully somebody will buy it and restore it to its former glory. One of my favourite layouts in the region.
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02-07-2024 11:15 AM #2
I saw that also and was going to post here .... but you beat me to it.
Interesting that it's owned by the China company but "managed" by Fairmont, which is a well known name in Canada. I would have thought that Fairmont would have bailed on the Management deal as the place went downhill, but maybe they are waiting to buy it for a deep discount and then revitalize it?
One can hope.You always hit a good shot on 18 to keep you coming back.
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02-07-2024 03:25 PM #3
I assume that Fairmont really only cares about the hotel. If that's making money for them there is no need to worry about the golf course.
Not fat anymore. Need to get better at golf now!
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02-07-2024 08:24 PM #4
Given that Fairmont has other hotels with adjoining golf courses, Jasper and Banff come to mind, they might consider an existing golf course as a part of the Montebello package. Hard to say.
You always hit a good shot on 18 to keep you coming back.
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07-12-2024 06:35 PM #5
Not related to the sale, but can anyone tell me if range balls are included at Montebello? Haven't played here in 10 years and website makes no mention of warm up bucket costs.
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07-13-2024 07:50 AM #6
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Have not been in a few years , balls were not included in 2021. The course has been on a steady decline over the past few years . You way want to consider playing Heritage ~ 10 mins down rte 323. If you do play Montebello a review on conditions would be appreciated.
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07-14-2024 08:06 AM #7
Balls not included but about $75 for golf and cart. Played in June and course was in much better shape than previous years and also better shape than heritage. Which we also played.
I got a fever. And the only prescription is more golf equipment.
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07-16-2024 09:31 PM #8
Such a shame. A truly great Stanley Thompson golf course which really could be one of the best around if returned to its former (much earlier) glory. It would require a huge investment but the architecture is outstanding.
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07-26-2024 08:06 AM #9
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I spoke to the Montebello reps at the golf expo in March and I let them know that I loved the course architecture as mentioned by Goochy and especially the greens but that because of poor conditions I had stopped going there. They told me they were aware and kind of skirted around as to why but it was obvious that funding was the issue with little focus on the couse itself. They did tell me that this season would see a great improvement and to come play it again.
Has anyone played it recently to see if their words match up to the conditions? I for one would go back in a hearbeat if it was better, way betterLefty Lucas
I am abidextrous, I once golfed right-handed and now I shoot left-handed just as badly!
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07-26-2024 05:35 PM #10
As noted I played it in June and have played it every year for the past 7 or so and this was the best I have seen it. It’s not as good as it could be but for about $75 including cart it was well worth it. The resort is being sold - not sure where it’s at but hopefully whoever buys it will invest in the course.
I got a fever. And the only prescription is more golf equipment.
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08-03-2024 10:56 PM #11
Thanks for the input Luc and Jeff. I have decided to give it a go on Friday (making it a 36 hole day with Heritage). Will report back
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08-07-2024 06:36 PM #12
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Please do Paul
Lefty Lucas
I am abidextrous, I once golfed right-handed and now I shoot left-handed just as badly!
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08-07-2024 06:42 PM #13
Looking forward to hearing about the conditions at Montebello....used to play there a few years ago but conditions had deteriorated.....now we drive about 15 to 20 min farther and play Griffon Des sources...a bit pricey, but what a gem of a course.
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08-11-2024 10:41 PM #14
Unfortunately, due to the torrential rain on Friday, we had to cancel. Will try again at a later date
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08-12-2024 10:42 AM #15
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Paul, where's your dedication? Where's that inner challenge to try and break par in a torrential downpour?? LOL, Luc
Lefty Lucas
I am abidextrous, I once golfed right-handed and now I shoot left-handed just as badly!
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08-14-2024 10:16 AM #16
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08-14-2024 09:13 PM #17
I havent had a chance to go this year yet, mostly because of all the rainy weekends. Looking to go in the next couple of weeks. I will report back on conditions. If you havent seen the video fly over of the course, take a quick peek below. It is well worth the drive and the price when the course is dry. very tough track.
Scorecard: https://www.golfgriffon.com/en/the-course
Flyover hole by hole: https://youtu.be/5rfLKrVx4gg
They are also offering an August special: August Special: $98 + taxes for Golf & Cart everyday after 2PM.
Here is a nice video of a Canadian Pro trying to break the course record: https://youtu.be/2cCiPAcaur4Last edited by KOKO72; 08-14-2024 at 09:23 PM.
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