The Ultimate Virginia Golf Resort Experience

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Showcasing breathtaking mountain views at every turn, The Highland Course at Primland melds seamlessly with the natural landscape to offer players of all skill levels the challenge they desire. Opened in 2006 by renowned golf course architect Donald Steel, the 18-hole course presents fresh perspectives every time, compelling repeat rounds to master its challenges and appreciate its beauty anew.

Highland Course | Open to general public, members and resort guests
Ranked the No. 1 public course in Virginia by Golf Digest
Ranked the No. 1 public course in Virginia by Golfweek
Inquire at pri.golf@aubergeresorts.com or call 276.222.3827

Golf at The Highland Course

Tee off at the No. 1 ranked public course in Virginia

Woman golfing at Primland Resort, Blue Ridge Mountains

Play a Round

Winding through Primland Resort's mountainous terrain and playing across ridgetops and over valleys, the course combines challenging golf with breathtaking scenery.

One-on-one with a Pro

Grow your game at Primland with private instruction. The estate’s trained PGA golf professionals offer a world-class, one-on-one experience, which can be tailored to any aspect of the game. A 60-minute lesson can include swing analysis, game management, putting, pitching, bunker shots and more. Golf clinics are offered throughout the week, focusing on whatever it is you’d like to improve – whether short game or full swing.

School of Golf

Take your game to the next level with our School of Golf. Build a multi-day lesson plan with one of our professionals to improve your skills in every area of the game.

Duration: From 2 hrs/day to full day

Golf Clinics | Introduction to Putting, Chipping and Full Swing

Learn the fundamentals of golf in this 30-minute clinic that focuses on grip, aim, setup and motion. This clinic begins with putting and chipping lessons and concludes with practice drills.

Available April-November | Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Two lessons at 2PM and 2:30PM | $50 per person
Golf clubs and balls provided | Dress code enforced
Space is limited | Ages 12 and up
Reservations required | Reserve at pri.golf@aubergeresorts.com or call 276.222.3827

Lunch on the Green

Offered daily throughout the golf season, our Fairway Smoker serves southern favorites paired with beers on tap to enjoy while playing The Highland Course at Primland. Lunch and non-alcoholic beverages are complimentary for every 18-hole round.

Available April-November

The Blue Ridge Golf Package

Call 888.876.6513 or book online. Virginia's temperate mountain weather provides glorious conditions for golf – and with average spring and fall temperatures in the 60s, and 70s in summer, there’s no better course in the Southeast to play than the top ranked Highland Course at Primland Resort. For every night booked, guests receive a round of golf for one person on the award-winning mountain course.

Specifications, Pricing & Course Rules

The Highland Course Dress Code

For Men | Shirts with collars and sleeves are required. Slacks or golf shorts must be worn. No tank tops, denim, T-shirts, cut-offs, sweat pants, bathing suits or other athletic shorts are permitted.
For Women | Appropriate golf attire including dresses, skirts, slacks, golf shorts and collared or mock collared shirts must be worn at all times. Bathing suits, denim, athletic shorts or tank tops are not permitted.
Shoes | Any non-heeled athletic shoes can be worn.

Course Overview

Yardage | 7051
Rating | 75.1
Slope | 153
Par | 72

2024 Peak Season

May 16 - August 13 | $315
August 30 - October 31 | $315

2024 Non-Peak Season

April 1-15 | $165
April 16-30 | $215
May 1-15 | $265
August 16-22 | $215
August 23-29 | $265
November | $215

2024 Maintenance Dates | Course Opens Late (11AM)

March 20, 2024
April 15, 2024
May 20, 2024
June 17, 2024
July 15, 2024
August 14, 2024
September 23, 2024

2024 Aerification Dates

Spring aerification occurs prior to re-opening the course April 1; however, holes may continue to be visible from opening April 1 until early May.
August 14-15, 2024 | Course closed for aerification, reopening August 16 at 11AM. Aerification holes may continue to be visible until early September.