Penderbrook Golf Club

Penderbrook Golf Club occupies a residential setting in Fairfax, Virginia, part of the densely developed suburban corridor west of Washington, D.C. The course was designed by Ed Ault and Tom Clark and serves a community-oriented membership in one of Northern Virginia's more accessible golf environments. The layout reflects the practical constraints of suburban development, with housing integrated into the property and a routing that works within a relatively compact footprint typical of courses built during the region's residential expansion. The design navigates rolling terrain characteristic of the Virginia Piedmont, incorporating natural elevation changes and wooded corridors that provide definition between holes. Water features appear on several holes, adding strategic interest to an otherwise straightforward layout. The course measures suitable for daily play across multiple tee sets, accommodating a range of skill levels common to community-focused facilities. Conditioning and playability receive attention appropriate to a club serving regular member rounds rather than championship competition. Penderbrook functions as a neighborhood amenity within its residential community, offering convenient access for local golfers in the Fairfax area. The club provides standard practice facilities and a clubhouse with dining services that support the social aspects of membership. The course represents a familiar model in suburban golf: a walkable layout integrated into residential development, designed to balance playability with the practical realities of limited acreage and surrounding homes.