A golf course landscape featuring a sand trap, green grass, and a flag on the putting green in the background.

Course Tour

Hole 1

Par 4

Handicap 18

The opening hole provides a welcoming start while introducing the classic shot values that define General’s Retreat. A solid tee shot sets up an excellent opportunity to begin your round with confidence.

Hole 2

Par 5

Handicap 8

Accuracy quickly becomes the priority as thoughtful positioning off the tee creates the best angle into the green. Patience is rewarded throughout this classic design.

Hole 3

Par 3

Handicap 16

This attractive par 3 requires a confident swing and precise distance control. Trust your club selection and focus on finding the center of the putting surface.

Hole 4

Par 4

Handicap 6

A well-balanced par 4 that encourages strategic thinking from tee to green. The fairway offers multiple options depending on how aggressively you choose to play.

Hole 5

Par 3

Handicap 12

One of the first true scoring opportunities on the course, this par 5 rewards players who successfully balance risk and reward. Careful planning often produces the best results.

Hole 6

Par 4

Handicap 14

A beautifully framed hole that showcases the property’s natural landscape. Staying below the hole provides the best chance for a stress-free par.

Hole 7

Par 4

Handicap 10

This demanding par 4 requires commitment on every shot. A well-positioned drive makes the challenging approach considerably more manageable.

Hole 8

Par 5

Handicap 4

Length alone won’t solve this hole. Precision, smart course management, and a confident approach are the keys to success.

Hole 9

Par 4

Handicap 2

The front nine concludes with a memorable challenge that rewards disciplined golf. Finish strong before making the turn toward an equally enjoyable back nine.

Hole 10

Par 4

Handicap 9

The back nine opens with a hole that invites confidence while still requiring precision. Favor placement over power to create your best scoring opportunity.

Hole 11

Par 5

Handicap 1

One of the course’s most enjoyable holes, combining strategic bunkering with subtle green contours. A quality approach shot is essential to setting up birdie.

Hole 12

Par 4

Handicap 11

This par 5 offers multiple ways to play it depending on your game. Whether attacking in two or laying up, thoughtful decision-making pays dividends.

Hole 13

Par 3

Handicap 13

A classic par 3 where club selection is everything. Commit fully to your target and let the course’s natural beauty do the rest.

Hole 14

Par 4

Handicap 5

This hole highlights the timeless design principles that have made General’s Retreat a favorite for decades. Staying in position from the tee simplifies the approach.

Hole 15

Par 4

Handicap 17

One of the course’s more demanding tests rewards patience and consistency. Avoid unnecessary risks and trust solid execution.

Hole 16

Par 5

Handicap 3

The closing stretch begins with a hole that asks for both confidence and control. Two quality swings can produce an excellent scoring chance.

Hole 17

Par 3

Handicap 15

A memorable hole where every decision matters. Whether you’re protecting a good round or chasing a personal best, smart strategy is your biggest advantage.

Hole 18

Par 4

Handicap 7

A fitting conclusion to one of Tennessee’s most beloved championship courses. It’s a finishing hole that rewards commitment, celebrates great shot-making, and leaves golfers eager to return.