A five star country club at an affordable price…read more Note: I am not a member, but I come here when my insurance broker from Stork Insurance needs to talk business. Hole 1: An up-hill climb to this elevated par five green will make you re-think your decision to nix a golf cart. A tight, tree-lined fairway on both sides will also make you re-think your decision to pull driver in front of all those clubhouse onlookers. Hole 2: A medium-length par four that has a disorienting tee shot with a large bailout zone to the left that you can't see off the tee. If your tee shot winds up on the 5th green, you get a free drop, which I learned first hand. Hole 3: The opening four hole stretch is the toughest on the course, and this par four's blind, downhill tee shot provides no opportunity for relaxation. Note: If your ball ends up in the neighbor's yard to the right of the fairway, they don't mind if you retrieve it. But don't hit from their lawn (that's just common courtesy). Hole 4: Another steep up-hill climb to an elevated, semi-blind green that is a staple of the opening ten holes. Don't forget to look back toward the tee box from the green! A wonderful view that pays worthy tribute to the club's namesake. Hole 5: A par 3. I usually hit 9-iron to 20 ft, leave my birdie putt five feet short, and then my kind insurance broker says my favorite words: "That's good." Thanks buddy. Put me down for a three. Hole 6: If you're a lefty who fades it, this tee shot looks nearly impossible. But there's a hack: I highly suggest playing a huge cut to the right of the tree that blocks this par five's fairway. It should slice back into play. And if you wind up on the 7th fairway, it's a pretty agreeable angle into the green. You'll be thinkin' eagle (but if you're like me you will probably flub a chip and make a six). Hole 7: The seesaw front nine takes you back uphill on this short but tricky par four. Hole 8: Back downhill on a par 4. Don't miss right! That ball's a goner if you do. Although if you find a Taylor Made 4, that's mine. Please mail it back to me if you can. You can DM me for my address. Hole 9: The longest par 3 on the course, although it's still probably only a middle-iron for most golfers. Hole 10: The back nine (my preferred nine, for sure), begins with an uphill, dogleg right par 4. The elevated, tree-lined green is one of the prettier spots on the course. Hole 11: The course widens on this back nine stretch. If you were hesitant to let driver fly through the first ten holes, now's the time to let your big dog bark. Hole 12: One of my favorites on the course. A par five at just under 500 yards, a good drive will put you in an exciting go/no-go zone. If you challenge the water and win, you'll be raking in the Schlitz cocktails. If you lose, you'll be complaining about how the Finger Lakes air messes up your ball flight (and marking down a number that begins with 's'.) Hole 13: Back- to-back par fives is a quirk of Lakeside, but not a disagreeable one. This is the longest hole on the course, but an open and forgivable fairway makes it another good driving hole. Hole 14: If you're hungry and forgot to grab a bite at the turn, feel free to grab a few fresh grapes off the wonderful vines along the left side of the fairway, kindly placed for you to snack on. Hole 15: Along with the 12th, this is probably my favorite hole. The cottonwood trees provide an inviting and picturesque atmosphere, even when you're slamming your hybrid into the ground because you chunked one from the tree-lined left rough. Hole 16: An attractive, intelligent, and well-dressed par four. This hole may seem like a beautiful and eligible lady when you square up for your tee shot. But as you head down the fairway, you'll notice the ring. Sorry, boys. She's taken. Hole 17: My favorite of the par 3s. The trees once again create a secluded atmosphere that is the motif of the closing four hole stretch. Hole 18: The blue tees provide a tight angle into a wide open green. The white tees offer a much more forgiving shot. Whichever box you play, you'll love the view as you head for clubhouse and then onwards to The Laurentide to pound Schlitz cocktails with your handsome and delightful insurance broker.

I played a round here for the first time last year in July the day after proposing to my now fiancé…read morewhile we were staying at a lake house on Keuka Lake that her family rented out. I will say that I'm glad I played the day after because I think I would've had a nervous breakdown on the course if I played the day of lol. The course was a little dry in some spots, but I loved it there and I loved that it had some scenic views of Keuka Lake!

A first class golf club. First of all, the golf course is just fantastic. A wonderful, fair layout…read more The course, during the playing months is always in great shape. They have a good driving range and also a very nice practice green, the best in the area by far. The food at the restaurant is very good. I've had their steak with scallops, calamari and their 1/2 pound hamburger with cheese all of which were very, very good. Kudos to the chef Brud and to the entire staff.

Came here as a guest for dinner. I ordered the Chicken Francaise. The chicken was REALLy good! Came…read morewith a little pasta and some sautéed spinach. Plus capers. The only thing I wish was that it had more of a lemon sauce. The pasta was a little dry. But would def order again.

Back nine very serene, quiet. Course is beautiful. Clubhouse is great. Members friendly.read more

There's no denying the greens at RaNic tend to be some of the best around, at least in Ithaca. The…read morelayout on the front 9 holes could be improved but overall is a solid and well kept course. Sadly, that's where the compliments seem to end. Things have gone south since Jamie Sindelar (head pro) left. The pro shop is a ghost town, devoid of even basic necessities like tees or gloves. The overall maintenance and upkeep of the facilities are sorely lacking. And forget grabbing a bite to eat or a drink after your round, there's never any food service available, waitstaff or even a qualified bartender. To top it all off, the remaining staff seem miserable. Curt greetings, unhelpful responses, argumentative, and an overall hostile vibe that makes you feel unwelcome. I, for one, was really excited when this course got purchased. There were talks of revitalization, expansion, and for a brief period, it seemed like things were on the right track. Unfortunately, that initial optimism has faded fast and RaNic continues to be it's a frustrating exercise in wasted potential.

Beautiful golf course with very few people using it. Awesome deck and bar with friendly staff…read more Great wings and icy Ankersteam on tap.

I cannot say enough about The Binghamton Country Club. The event coordinator Tammy was so helpful…read moreand did a perfect job with my daughter's baby shower. Erin, who was the first staff we met, was personable, accommodating and patient. The room was perfectly set up and had many windows which lent to a great view. The appetizers were delicious and the wines were great! Thank you Tammy and Binghamton Country Club

Outstanding food. Great service and reasonable prices. All a great experience when my family and…read moreI visit.

Casual stop for grub and grog on our way home to south-central PA…read more Never golfed here but will get it on the schedule. Course looked awesome. The Grill was really nice, friendly, energetic service with a smile. Food was good. We sat on the porch, with a view. The rain moved in and we got to watch the scramble back to the Clubhouse. Good time! Go here!

What a gem of a golf course! The course design is challenging and the scenery breathtaking. We…read moreenjoyed a Fall outing and were impressed with the staff, the facility and of course the quality of the course. Will for sure go back and play another round in 2026.

The food is fantastic and the wait staff was kind, explained the food choices well, and were very…read moreprofessional.

I give this 1 star because th setting is very nice and the balconey view of the golf course was…read morespectcular. THAT That is it. The food was horendous. Really. The steak was died out addifficulto even cut it. The chicken was dried out and togh and the only flavor was from the melted butter left on the table for the steak. My neices wedding, something she ha waited for her life time was comprimised. Such a shame for hard working family to spend the big dollars and get shafted with food youdog wouldnt be able to chew. PS. The drink pour was as cheap as the food was bad. 3 hor reception and 5 vodka tonics should have made me enebriated but alas I was sober as a judge.nNot to say I was looking togetdrunk but the mere number of 5 , means I was still trying to find something with the taste other than paying $7.00 a drink. Highway robbery. Will this be what is remembered of a special day? Shame on Elmira Country Club

The staff is very friendly and accommodating they make you feel most welcome. The food is always…read moresuperb in the dining room and sitting by the water, enjoying watching the boats coming in and out, and the children play is a very wonderful way to spend the day.

The view is great and party rooms spacious. The servers are phenomenal and attentive. The drinks…read moreare well made. The food is alright.

I've worked here, the staff are super friendly, the food is always delicious and always worth the…read morewait (if there is one,) events are always planned beautifully thanks to Heather Schirtz (the assistant general manager in charge of banquets and the food and beverage department,) and the seasonal menus make coming back fresh and exciting. Highly recommend.

Great place to experience American style food in a modern atmosphere. Club house is clean and staff…read moreis personable.

Super nice course and the owners are so nice. It's my new favorite course and could golf here…read moreeveryday. Well maintained and carts are in great shape!

One of my favorite 8-hole courses. Well maintained, beautiful landscapes and very friendly staff…read more Snacks and drinks available in the lobby, as well. Prices are low, it's well worth the drive to golf here!