
Fazio Course
Tumble Brook Country Club
About this course
The Fazio Course at Tumble Brook Country Club occupies rolling terrain in Bloomfield, Connecticut, a suburban community northwest of Hartford. George Fazio designed the original layout, which was later renovated by Mark McCumber, who brought his tour player's perspective to the strategic demands of the course. The collaboration between Fazio's architectural foundation and McCumber's competitive insights shaped a layout that balances playability with challenge across varied topography. The routing moves through wooded corridors and open meadows characteristic of central Connecticut's landscape. Elevation changes create natural interest in shot-making, with several holes playing uphill or downhill and requiring careful club selection. The design incorporates water features and bunkering that frame landing areas and greens, asking players to think strategically about angles of approach. The greens themselves feature enough contour to reward precision without becoming overly severe. Tumble Brook Country Club maintains a traditional private club atmosphere, serving members from the greater Hartford area. The club offers both golf and social amenities typical of established New England country clubs, with the Fazio Course serving as the centerpiece of the golfing experience. The layout provides a solid test for accomplished players while remaining accessible to members of varying skill levels, reflecting the dual priorities of a course shaped by both a respected architect and a former PGA Tour professional.
Quick facts
- Location
- Bloomfield, CT, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1971
- Designer(s)
- George Fazio, Mark McCumber
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 36
- Length
- 3,305 yards
- Difficulty
- 35.8/124
Getting there
The journey to Tumble Brook Country Club begins at Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Windsor, Connecticut, roughly twenty minutes north, or alternatively at one of the major New York area hubs—LaGuardia (LGA) or Newark (EWR)—each within ninety minutes by car. From Bradley, the drive south carries you through the gentle, wooded terrain of central Connecticut, a landscape of rolling greens and quiet residential enclaves that define the region's understated character. The final miles into Bloomfield transition into the club's secluded enclave, where tree-lined approaches and manicured grounds announce arrival at this venerable institution, a sanctuary of refined golf set apart from the bustle of the Northeast Corridor yet entirely accessible to those who know where to find it.

FAQ
Common questions about Fazio at Tumble Brook Country Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Fazio was designed by George Fazio and Mark McCumber.
Fazio at Tumble Brook Country Club is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Fazio is 36.
Fazio plays 3,305 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Fazio is 124.
Fazio is a 9-hole course.






