Situated in 365 acres of nature, the Preserve is part of a very private, gated community, surrounded by towering oaks, the course wanders through rolling savannahs, around wetlands and across seasonal streams framed by the majestic Santa Lucia range. You can rarely see the next hole, let alone other golfers, however you may see wildlife such as the deer above on the 1st hole.
Designed by Tom Fazio and Sandy Tatum in 2000, this course was sort of an unknown element for all of us. We knew it was very private, and that it was supposed to be good, but just how good we were unsure.
The "Marine Layer" was in for the first couple of hours, creating a San Francisco style feel in the air. Reg Hanson is pictured here driving from the long par three 6th.
The golf course here is stunning. Fazio made use of the natural terrain, and you feel that the course was just meant to be.
Robyn Hanson drives down the par five 8th hole.
As the "Marine Layer" burnt off, even more of the beauty of the course and surrounds became evident.
This is the par four 12th hole.
Even the fallen ghost trees here are picturesque, this one sits to the right of the fairway on the par four 15th.
The view from the tee of the par three 16th hole.
The outlook here from the par five 17th hole. This is the only hole on the course that has no bunkers, and has a blind approach to the green.
This is the huge carry that faces players on the tee of the par four 18th.
The magnificent clubhouse sits proudly behind the 18th green. A truly impressive course, that deserves more recognition. All golfers were enamoured with not only the course, but the tranquility of the surroundings. Being pretty much the only players for the day also enhances the peaceful feel.
Gary Jones certainly felt peaceful here, taking today's win.
Everyone will enjoy a well earned day off tomorrow, after 6 days straight.
Our next game is at Monterey Peninsula Country Club on Sunday.
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