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A Place for Family and Friendship overlooking Hood Canal
from Summer Fjord 2019
by Imagination
Just 30 miles north of Olympia, about 15 minutes from Shelton, high on a hill with expansive views of the fjord, sits Alderbrook Golf and Yacht Club. The club provides a refuge to relax away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
This hidden gem is located just outside of Union, a small town that overlooks Hood Canal, with a quaint country store, an old-time water wheel and a local farm stand.
Originally built as an exclusive club for Alderbrook community home owners, the Alderbrook Golf and Yacht Club has since expanded many of its offerings to the public. While some people may think of golf as an activity limited to a select type, General Manager Claire Richmond is working to change that. She says golf is a great hobby for families to take up together.
The Club recently hosted their first Family Golf Day, an event encouraging people from around the area to come and experience golf as a family activity and a healthy sport that provides an opportunity to spend time together in the outdoors.
On the 18-hole, par 72 golf course, the only distractions are the spectacular views of the snowcapped peaks of the Olympic Mountains and a few local deer who have become pretty big golf enthusiasts along the fairway.
The course is consistently ranked among the top 25 courses in the Northwest for breathtaking scenery and playability. It has also been honored in the West Sound Reader Survey as one of the best courses in the region, as well as recognition by King 5 News and South Sound Magazine.
Alderbrook Golf and Yacht Club hosts four big tournaments a year, two of which benefit charitable causes.
If you are not quite tournament ready, the Alderbrook golf professionals have you covered. Head Golf Professional Sam Smith is a PGA professional leading a team of private instructors who are prepared to coach new golfers, those needing a refresher or golfing regulars who are looking to tune up their game.
The Alderbrook Golf Shop offers a wide selection of men’s and women’s fashions as well a variety of shoes. Clubs, bags, and other golf gear is available. Or grab some Alderbrook logo wear. Tee times can also be scheduled in person at the Golf Shop.
Clubhouse Restaurat is open Daily
Even if you’re not a golfer, don’t miss the Clubhouse Restaurant. The restaurant is the ideal location to gather around the table with friends or family for a delicious meal prepared by Executive Chef Leon Longan and his team.
The Clubhouse Restaurant is open Sunday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM and Friday and Saturday 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
It’s casual, relaxing environment is great for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and is open seven days a week. Many tables have views of the course or of the surrounding natural scenery.
At the end of the 18th hole is “The Point,” a grassy hill with some of the best views in the area. The Pointe is a premiere wedding venue that is also used to a host of community events.
Properties are still available to suit every need, for those in search of a weekend cabin retreat to those looking to relocate.
Alderbrook community members receive unlimited golfing privileges, preferred tee times, discounts at the Clubhouse Restaurant and Golf Shop, plus access to many more amenities. Community members have a number of clubs and classes available to them, such as fitness, gardening and cooking classes, bridge club, men’s and women’s golf clubs and the yacht club, which serves primarily as a social club. With so many choices, members can find something they enjoy and meet new friends with similar interests.
Whether you visit Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club to golf for the Clubhouse Restaurant, golf course or to house hunt for a wonderful place to live, you are sure to find a relaxing place where you can make time for family and friends in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
For more information, visit the Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club website at alderbrookgolfclub.com.
Tee times can be booked online or at 360-898-2560.
