
Meadowbrook Course
Meadowbrook Country Club



About this course
Nestled in the heart of Livonia, Meadowbrook Country Club is a testament to classic course design, a place where generations have refined their games amid the quiet hum of suburban Detroit. Originally conceived during the Golden Age of golf architecture, the course presents a parkland-style layout, characterized by gently rolling terrain framed by mature trees. The original design, while not attributed to a marquee name, has been subtly refined over the years, presenting a fair test for players of all abilities. Meadowbrook favors strategic play over brute force, with its tree-lined fairways demanding thoughtful shot placement. The undulating greens, while not overtly severe, require a deft touch and careful reading to avoid three-putts. While Meadowbrook may not boast a national championship pedigree, it holds a prominent position within the local golfing community. Its membership consists of dedicated players who value camaraderie and the timeless traditions of the game. And while the course's architectural pedigree may not be famous or well known, it's charm and character and membership has cemented it as a mainstay in the area.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in MI
Quick facts
- Location
- Northville, MI, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1916
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Willie Park Jr.
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,808 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.1/125
- Course Vaults score
- 8.2
Getting there
Meadowbrook Country Club sits in the heart of metropolitan Detroit, most readily accessed via Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), roughly thirty minutes south of the club by car through the leafy suburbs of southeastern Michigan. For those arriving by private aviation, Oakland County International Airport (PTK) offers a closer alternative, positioned just fifteen minutes north of Meadowbrook's gates in Northville. The drive from either hub traces a graceful arc through the rolling terrain of Michigan's interior, transitioning from highway corridors into the tree-lined residential streets that define this storied corner of the Detroit suburbs, where the club's elegant Tudor-style clubhouse and immaculate grounds emerge as a serene counterpoint to the region's industrial legacy.

FAQ
Common questions about Meadowbrook
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Meadowbrook has a Course Vaults score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 28 logged golfers.
Meadowbrook was designed by Willie Park Jr..
Meadowbrook is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Meadowbrook is 72.
Meadowbrook plays 6,808 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Meadowbrook is 125.



