Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Springfield, Virginia, does not feature traditional golf resorts but the area does offer its own golfing destinations. Public, private and municipal courses are all available options. This suburb of Washington, D.C., is easily accessible from Reagan National Airport, Washington Metro blue line and the Virginia Railway Express commuter rail. Winters in the area usually preclude any courses from being open at that time.
Springfield Golf and Country Club is a private 18-hole course designed by Edmund B. Ault, ASGCA and Al Jamison. Amenities onsite include tennis courts, a restaurant and a 25-meter pool. Competitive events for all age golfers are available to active members. Types of membership include active, corporate sponsored and young professional. Any members may also invite guests to play. Accommodations nearby include the Westin Alexandra and Residence Inn Springfield.
A short nine-hole course, Hilltop Golf Club, is near Springfield in Alexandra. This public course runs over 2,300 yards. Designer Lindsay Bruce Ervin recreated a Scottish style with the use of berms and bunkers. The onsite driving range has 68 tees with over 20 covered tees that have heating. Nearby hotels include Hilton Springfield and the Best Western Mount Vernon. Dining choices within walking distance include Red Hot and Blues and Samrat Indian cuisine.
Laurel Hill Golf Club is an 18-hole municipal course in Lorton, three miles from Springfield. The William R. Love designed course was ranked number 15 on Golfweek Magazine's 2009 list of the nation's 50 best municipal courses. Onsite instruction is available from a PGA Class A pro. Accommodations nearby range from The Ritz Carlton, Pentagon City to Comfort Inn. Fast food options Steak and Things as well as Five Guys Burger and Fries are within a mile from the course.
Westfields Golf Club in Clifton, 11 miles from Springfield, features a design by Fred Couples and Gene Bates. This 18-hole public course has received numerous awards including being one of Zagat Guide's "America's Top Golf Courses" as well as one of Golf Digest's "Best Places to Play." The clubhouse underwent a full renovation in 2011 and club rentals are available for visiting golfers. Westfields Marriot Washington Dulles is the course's host hotel. Restaurant choices in nearby Manassas include Anthony's Restaurant, which serves Greek and Italian menu items.