Elizabeth Manor Country Club sits in Portsmouth, Virginia, across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk. The course was designed by Dick Wilson, a prolific mid-century architect known for his work throughout the southeastern United States and Florida. Wilson's designs typically feature strategic bunkering, elevated greens, and routing that takes advantage of natural land contours, and Elizabeth Manor reflects these characteristics within the relatively flat Tidewater landscape. The course occupies land typical of the Hampton Roads region, with modest elevation changes and mature tree-lined fairways that define playing corridors. Water features come into play on several holes, a common element in Tidewater golf where drainage and natural wetlands influence design. The layout requires accuracy off the tee and thoughtful approach play, as Wilson's greens often present subtle breaks and are protected by bunkers placed to challenge both conservative and aggressive strategies. Elizabeth Manor serves as a private club for the Portsmouth community and has been part of the local golf scene for several decades. The club provides a traditional country club experience with dining and social amenities alongside its golf facilities. While it does not host major professional tournaments, the course represents the kind of solid, member-focused design that Wilson produced throughout his career, offering a straightforward test of golf suited to regular play rather than championship spectacle.