
Sleepy Hollow Course
Sleepy Hollow Golf Course


About this course
Sleepy Hollow Golf Course occupies rolling terrain in Brecksville, a suburb south of Cleveland in the Cuyahoga Valley region. The course was designed by Stanley Thompson, the renowned Canadian architect whose portfolio includes such celebrated layouts as Jasper Park, Banff Springs, and Capilano. Thompson's work in the United States is less common than his extensive Canadian output, making Sleepy Hollow a notable example of his design philosophy applied to northeastern Ohio topography. His routing style typically emphasizes natural contours and strategic variety, with greens that feature subtle but meaningful undulation. The property's landscape reflects the wooded, moderately hilly character of the Cuyahoga Valley area. Thompson's design takes advantage of elevation changes and natural corridors through mature tree cover, creating a parkland setting that feels removed from suburban surroundings. The routing moves through varied terrain, with holes that require thoughtful club selection and approach angles rather than relying solely on length for difficulty. As a public facility, Sleepy Hollow serves a broad cross-section of Cleveland-area golfers and visitors exploring courses in the region. The Thompson pedigree gives the course historical interest among architecture enthusiasts who seek out examples of the designer's work beyond his more famous mountain and resort projects. The layout provides a straightforward test of golf that reflects mid-century design principles, with an emphasis on playability and strategic options rather than severe hazards or extreme green complexes.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in OH
Quick facts
- Location
- Brecksville, OH, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1924
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Stanley Thompson.
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,893 yards
- Difficulty
- 76.7/133
- Course Vaults score
- 7.8
Getting there
The journey to Sleepy Hollow Golf Course begins at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), a straightforward twenty-minute drive south into the wooded suburbs of Greater Cleveland. The route follows Interstate 77 through gently rolling terrain before exiting into Brecksville, where the urban sprawl softens into mature hardwood canopy and the quiet residential character of the Cuyahoga Valley. A final turn off State Route 21 delivers you into the club's secluded grounds, where the course unfolds across dramatic elevation changes and forested hillsides - a surprisingly private enclave within easy reach of downtown Cleveland's skyline.

FAQ
Common questions about Sleepy Hollow
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Sleepy Hollow has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 34 logged golfers.
Sleepy Hollow was designed by Stanley Thompson..
Yes. Sleepy Hollow is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Sleepy Hollow is 71.
Sleepy Hollow plays 6,893 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Sleepy Hollow is 133.




