
Bristow Manor Course
Bristow Manor Golf Club



About this course
Bristow Manor Golf Club sits in the rolling countryside of Prince William County, Virginia, roughly 35 miles west of Washington, D.C. Designed by Ken Killian and opened in 1999, the course occupies former farmland that retains much of its pastoral character, with mature hardwoods, open meadows, and gentle elevation changes typical of the Virginia Piedmont. The layout takes advantage of the natural terrain, routing holes through corridors of trees and across open fields that provide long views of the surrounding landscape. Killian's design emphasizes strategic variety rather than overwhelming length, asking players to consider angles and club selection on approach shots. The course features a mix of hole styles, from tree-lined corridors that reward accuracy to more open holes where wind and ground contours come into play. Water appears on several holes, and the bunkering tends toward traditional shapes that frame landing areas and greens. The greens themselves offer moderate undulation, requiring careful attention on longer putts. Bristow Manor operates as a public facility, serving both local residents and visitors from the greater Washington metropolitan area. The course has hosted regional amateur events and remains a regular venue for area golfers seeking a well-maintained layout that balances challenge with playability. Its location in the outer suburbs places it within reach of the city while maintaining a relatively quiet, rural setting.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in VA
Quick facts
- Location
- Bristow, VA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1992
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Ken Killian
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,102 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.1/136
- Course Vaults score
- 6.5
Getting there
# Getting There
Bristow Manor Golf Club sits within the rolling piedmont landscape of northern Virginia, approximately 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., making it readily accessible via Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International (IAD), both under an hour's drive depending on traffic patterns through the suburban sprawl. The approach from either airport traces the I-66 corridor westward, gradually shedding the density of the capital region as the landscape opens into gentler terrain dotted with horse farms and wooded estates. The final miles unfold along quieter country roads that wind through the Virginia countryside, a transition that signals arrival in the horse country and hunt country traditions of Fauquier and Prince William counties. Bristow Manor itself emerges as a refined sanctuary - a private enclave that captures the understated elegance of Virginia's equestrian heritage while remaining conveniently positioned for those based in or visiting the nation's capital.

FAQ
Common questions about Bristow Manor
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Bristow Manor has a Course Vaults score of 6.5 out of 10 based on 17 logged golfers.
Bristow Manor was designed by Ken Killian.
Yes. Bristow Manor is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Bristow Manor is 72.
Bristow Manor plays 7,102 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Bristow Manor is 136.



