Birdwood Golf Course

Birdwood is a golf course rich in history. Its verdant hills were part of a 1739 “upland wilderness” land patent, one of the earliest in the colony. In 1819 Birdwood Pavilion was constructed by the same craftsmen who built the Rotunda at the University of Virginia. Over time, the property’s prized farmland became a top producer of Hereford cattle and prizewinning show horses.The University of Virginia acquired the property in 1974. Partnering with legendary PGA Professional Davis Love III and Love Golf Design (LGD), the resort is in the midst of creating a new golf experience that includes 18 new championship golf holes. Course designer Davis Love III expressed great praise for the new course, acknowledging “People are going to love the new Birdwood Golf Course because it is actually a new course. There are holes on all-new land, holes going in different directions than people remembered, plus a new putting course, short course and a new team building and practice facility for UVA men’s and women’s teams.” Some Fun & Fast Facts about the new course: Par 71 at approximately 4,000 – 7,200 yards with 6 sets of tees; Zoysia grass fairways, known for both its lush resilience and ability to thrive in a variety of climates and conditions; Bentgrass greens – the premier putting surface for the region; The course tee boxes are outfitted with Bermuda grass in an effort to provide a speedy recovery from divots; The outskirts boast the fine fescues of Irish links mix which adds extensive visual appeal while giving it an environmentally friendly “links” look. A true "must-play" in the Mid-Atlantic Region!