
Westhampton Course
The Country Club of Virginia - Westhampton


About this course
Westhampton, one of three championship courses at The Country Club of Virginia, isn’t just a Richmond landmark; it’s a living testament to classic parkland design principles. Its gently rolling terrain, carved amidst mature hardwoods and whispering pines west of the city, offers a deceptively challenging test where position, not just power, dictates success. Originally designed by the Golden Age master Donald Ross, Westhampton presents a layout that subtly favors a strategic fade. While not a brute, the course rewards intelligent course management, particularly navigating the doglegs and strategically placed bunkers guarding the undulating greens. The course was modified by son, Donald Ross Jr, in 1958, and the greens rebuilt in 2003, under the guiding hand of Bill Love. Westhampton reflects its club's strong history of amateur golf, often hosting state and regional competitions. The focus here leans more toward providing a meticulously maintained, enjoyable experience for its membership, rather than pursuing widespread notoriety. Indeed, members often gather in the club's grill for the notable crab cakes.
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 VA
Quick facts
- Location
- Richmond, VA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1921
- Designer
- Donald Ross
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,214 yards
- Course Vaults score
- 7.6
Getting there
The journey to The Country Club of Virginia - Westhampton begins at Richmond International Airport, a compact and efficient gateway just twenty minutes east of the city. From there, the drive west follows Interstate 64 before peeling off into Richmond's gracious West End, where the urban grid softens into tree-canopied boulevards and the stately rhythm of established Virginia neighborhoods. The final approach along River Road traces the northern bank of the James, passing through a landscape of rolling estates and old-growth hardwoods before arriving at Westhampton's discreet entrance - a quiet threshold into one of the Commonwealth's most distinguished private sanctuaries.

FAQ
Common questions about Westhampton
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Westhampton has a Course Vaults score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 21 logged golfers.
Westhampton was designed by Donald Ross.
Westhampton is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Westhampton is 72.
Westhampton plays 6,214 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
Westhampton is a 18-hole course.



