Windsor Golf Club occupies rolling terrain in Sonoma County wine country, roughly fifteen miles north of Santa Rosa. Fred Bliss designed the course in the late 1980s, routing it across gently undulating land that transitions between open meadow and stands of mature oak. The property sits in a region better known for vineyards than golf, and the layout reflects a Northern California sensibility—relatively straightforward holes that work with natural contours rather than impose dramatic earthwork. Bliss, a regional architect active in California during the latter half of the twentieth century, favored practical designs that suited the recreational golfer.
The course measures around 6,400 yards from the back tees and plays as a par 72. The routing takes advantage of modest elevation changes, with several holes playing uphill or downhill enough to affect club selection. Oak trees frame many fairways and come into play as strategic hazards, particularly on approach shots where branches overhang greens. Water appears on a handful of holes, typically in the form of ponds or small creeks that cross fairways or guard greens. The greens themselves are moderately sized and contoured, presenting straightforward reads without severe slopes.
Windsor functions as a semi-private facility, welcoming both members and daily-fee play. The club serves the local community and visiting golfers exploring Sonoma County, offering a relaxed atmosphere consistent with the region's wine country character. The course provides a solid test without pretense, suitable for a range of skill levels.
FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Windsor was designed by Fred Bliss.
Yes. Windsor at Windsor Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Windsor is 72.
Windsor plays 6,621 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Windsor is 133.
Windsor is a 18-hole course.