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Tee it Up at Callippee Preserve Golf Course
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By Lynne Harrosh, Resident since 2008
Tucked back in the rolling hills of Pleasanton, lies Callippe Preserve Golf Course, just 23 minutes south of Danville. It has become one of my favorite local golf courses to play. Driving through the quiet, narrow winding roads off of the Sunol exit of 680, you will find yourself surrounded by mature trees, native plants and creeks on the 176 acres of the Callippe Preserve. If you have never been there before, the tranquility will surprise you.
To add to the beautiful views of the rolling hills, the staff that manages the Callippe Preserve are incredibly friendly. From the Marshall and ProShop employees to the Vista Restaurant bartenders and servers, you will be treated with a smile. They make you feel welcome and comfortable. If you arrive early for your tee time, hop into one of the new Yamaha golf carts and head to the driving range and putting green. The new electric golf carts feature state of the art GPS touch screen monitors and USB ports. The driving range is netted along the sides, and has well marked flags to measure your distance up to approximately 300 yards. There is turf and grass on the driving range depending on the weather & conditions. Adjacent to the driving range is the manicured putting and chipping area.
Tee Box on Hole 15. This hole descends 87 feet in elevation and a pond on the left after you’ve hit over the creek. Par 5, 488 yards.
Heading up Clubhouse Drive on the way to Callippe Preserve is a view of Hole 3, an impressive par 5. Standing at the 1st tee will give you sweeping views of the valley. The Brian Costello designed course flows easily as you move from hole to hole and all 5 of the tees are easily accessible and well placed. I have some favorite holes on this course and ones that continually challenge my golf skills! Like other golf courses, the more you play, the better you become at placing your ball in the best location for your next shot. Although, as golfers know, where you want your ball to go, is not always where it ends up! The front nine has a bit of up and down elevations and seem to get you ready for the back nine. The back nine has water, creeks, hills, and trees, but is ever so beautiful! Between hole 15, a par 5, with a lake & creek and hole 16, a par 3, but with a creek running along the entire side and a preserve area, I always am caught off guard by the setting of greenery, the bridge, and the rolling hills. Honestly, I get distracted by the lush setting and how great it would be for family pictures.
Callippe also offers a worthy setting for a wedding. The Vista Restaurant’s patio opens to the 1st and 10th fairways with views of the valley and surrounding rolling hills. They have outside seating, a deck, and an outside event center along with the restaurant and bar. I have watched the setup of pipe & drape, string lights, and tables as I have come off the 18th hole. The staff are creative, helpful and work with the client’s vision for their event.
Golf Tournaments are another feature Callippe Preserve offers. I am currently working with Callippe to host a golf tournament and they have been nothing but accommodating, friendly and knowledgeable. I have hosted many events, but a golf tournament is new for me, so I am happy that this is where I have chosen to have it. The ProShop has the major athletic & golf brands of clothing, shoes, & golf equipment for both men and women.
Tee Box on Hole 18. This par 4 has a creek that zig-zags over the fairway in two places.
Callippe is an Audubon Sanctuary certified golf course which is home to the endangered California Tiger Salamander, the federally threatened Red-Legged Frog and the Callippe Silverspot Butterfly, which is the logo for Callippe Preserve. https://www.playcallippe. com Callippe Preserve, 8500 Clubhouse Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94566. 925-426-6666
Lynne Harrosh is an avid golfer and traveler. Follow her on Facebook & Instagram @TeeItUpTravel to get connected to the best places to golf, golf technology, golf equipment, discounts on green fees, stay & plays, and golf travel - lynneharrosh@me.com
