
Candlewood Valley Course
Candlewood Valley Country Club
Public: #2381
Public: #2152
Public: #45


About this course
Candlewood Valley Country Club occupies rolling terrain in New Milford, a town in Litchfield County in northwestern Connecticut. The course sits in the Housatonic River valley region, where the landscape features a mix of wooded hillsides and open farmland typical of this part of New England. The routing takes advantage of natural elevation changes and mature tree lines that define holes and frame playing corridors. The layout reflects mid-20th century design principles common to many Connecticut country clubs, with tree-lined fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and greens that require thoughtful approach play. The property's topography creates variety in shot-making demands, with some holes playing uphill or downhill and others moving across more level ground. Water features appear on select holes, adding strategic interest without dominating the design. Candlewood Valley serves as a traditional country club for its membership, providing a venue for recreational golf and social activities in the New Milford area. The club operates as a private facility with amenities typical of regional country clubs in Connecticut. The course offers a straightforward test of golf suited to a range of skill levels, emphasizing accuracy and course management over extreme length or severe hazards.
Quick facts
- Location
- New Milford, CT, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1955
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,441 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.1/127
- Course Vaults score
- 6.1
Getting there
The journey to Candlewood Valley Country Club begins at one of the Northeast's major hubs - either Hartford-Bradley International (BDL) roughly 45 minutes to the north, or the closer regional option of Danbury Municipal Airport (DXN), a mere 15 minutes away for those arriving by private aircraft. From either gateway, the drive winds northwest through the rolling countryside of western Connecticut, where suburban density gradually yields to the quieter, more pastoral landscape that defines the Candlewood region. The final approach carries you along tree-lined roads that open onto the club's grounds, where the serene waters of Candlewood Lake come into view - a tranquil prelude to one of New England's most respected private courses, nestled discreetly among the region's natural beauty.

FAQ
Common questions about Candlewood Valley
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Candlewood Valley has a Course Vaults score of 6.1 out of 10 based on 17 logged golfers.
Yes. Candlewood Valley is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Candlewood Valley is 71.
Candlewood Valley plays 6,441 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Candlewood Valley is 127.
Candlewood Valley is a 18-hole course.



