Course was in good shape, wish the snack bar was open. Play was slow as many families were out as…read moreit was Easter. Great experience and great opportunity to introduce my 14year old grandson to the sport. Staff was fantastic. I definitely will be back.

Start with the greens, if you can call them that. Rather than the smooth, consistent surfaces one…read moreexpects to putt on, you're met with a blotchy, uneven mess patches of thinning, discolored turf scattered across the surface like the green itself is suffering from some kind of chronic skin condition, all bald patches and inflamed splotches, as if psoriasis or alopecia had taken hold of the turf. Reading a putt here isn't a matter of skill; it's a matter of luck, because no amount of green-reading ability accounts for a surface this poorly maintained. The driving range fares no better. The mats are worn through, the turf beneath them is patchy and hard, and hitting off of it feels less like practice and more like penance. The equipment doesn't help matters. The push carts are relics, and the motorized carts aren't much of an improvement sluggish, battered, running on batteries that seem perpetually on the verge of dying mid-round. And when I tried to rent one myself with a valid license in hand I was flatly refused because I'm under 18. Fine. Rules exist. But when I asked, reasonably, whether I could rent one under my parent's name instead, the staff didn't just say no they laughed. Openly. In my face. That kind of contempt for a paying customer isn't an oversight; it's a culture. The grounds themselves are no better maintained than the equipment. There's an active construction zone bordering part of the course, and the surrounding area is littered with trash along the sidelines. The lakes on the property sit empty and stagnant, more of an eyesore than a water feature at this point if the course can't be bothered to keep them filled, it says a lot about where their priorities are. I also came across two dead birds during my round, which says something about the general upkeep of the place. There were also several people loitering around the course grounds, which didn't exactly add to the sense that this is a well-managed, well-supervised facility. And then there's the matter of restrooms or the lack thereof. There are no real facilities on this course, just a scattering of porta potties, while the one or two actual restrooms on-site sit locked and inaccessible for the entire round. Between the diseased-looking greens, the derelict range, the neglected grounds, and a staff that treats basic customer questions with open ridicule, Buenaventura isn't just an underwhelming round of golf it's an insult to anyone who pays to walk through the gate. I won't be back. Genuinely, I hope they get their act together fill the lakes, clean up the grounds, and treat their customers with a shred of respect because right now, I'd be surprised if anyone books a tee time there again.

I visited Soule Park Golf Course on Sunday, March 22 for the first time, and I have to say--it…read moreexceeded my expectations. We had a 2 PM tee time but arrived early to warm up, and right away the atmosphere stood out. The staff was incredibly welcoming and friendly, which made a big difference as a newer golfer. Special shoutout to Jonny--he was bartending but also out golfing, and he took the time to give me helpful tips and even treated me to a coffee. That kind of genuine hospitality is rare and really elevated the experience. The course itself is beautiful. You get stunning Ojai valley views throughout, and the layout is both enjoyable and beginner-friendly while still being engaging. The grounds were clean and well-maintained overall. There are some areas with a running stream, which does attract a fair amount of bugs, but it's understandable given the natural setting. You can also tell they're actively investing in improvements--there was some visible construction, but it didn't take away from the experience. If anything, it shows they're working to make the course even better. Price-wise, it's a great value. It was about $20 cheaper than the Ojai Valley Inn course, which makes it a solid option without sacrificing quality. We ended up playing 9 holes since we had dinner reservations, but I easily could've stayed longer. There's also a restaurant on-site, which is a plus, though we opted for sushi elsewhere. Overall, this was an amazing first experience, and I can confidently say this might be my new favorite place to golf. I'll definitely be back. Thanks again, Jonny! AS ALWAYS THESE ARE MY OPINIONS.

An absolute Gem for the price $45 with Cart. The course condition here are on country club level…read moreGreens roll pure, fairways smooth, and the views of the mountains along with the meandering river and epic forests make an amazing scenery. and the food here is amazing and the restaurant has a scenic overlook of the course and the valley. I would recommend anyone coming here to eat at the restaurant.

Good God this place makes my blood boil. I would GENUINELY rather play golf in the heart of…read moreAfghanistan in 2004 than spend 5 minutes here. I had a tee time at 12:08 and did not get to swing the golf club until 12:45. This place might be hell on earth. Not only is the pace slower than a horse with no legs, the conditions are that of the 126 freeway. Not a single blade of Bermuda grass to be seen. If you're one that likes to hit from grass, do NOT come here. You are SERIOUSLY better off going to Huntsinger and hitting clubs. If you wish to waste your money, I recommend Morongo Casino out the so-cal desert.

I would give zero if it would let me. I took my 4 year old…read moreson with me for a 10:30am tee time on a Thursday. It wasn't busy and would be a great time to introduce him to golf. He and my daughter have ridden with me before at other much nicer courses, with no issues and no questions asked. They had a great time. Today I checked in was told I had to wait, then the GM said we can't play. With all the denim, work boots, and flip flops I have seen on that course, you would think it would be fine. His power wheels goes faster than the golf cart. What is the point of making us sign a release of liability, when you yourself don't honor it. In summary I had to take my crying upset son and go to another course.

Not quite sure how there are any bad reviews.. Hands down one of the nicest public course I've…read moreplayed in SoCal (better than Torrey Pines and competes with Pelican Hill). Everything A-Z was a great experience. Great culture and environment. I will be a regular

I booked a tee time well in advance--as you pretty much have to here since it's so difficult to get…read morea spot within a couple of weeks. Knowing that rain was in the forecast, I called multiple times ahead of my tee time to ask about their cancellation policy. Each time, I was told I would be fine as long as I canceled within 24 hours. As the date got closer and the forecast showed a near 100% chance of rain, I decided to cancel 48 hours in advance just to be safe. When I called, the staff member simply confirmed the cancellation without mentioning anything else. Later, I realized I had been charged an $80 fee tied to the advanced booking. I called back to resolve the issue, and while Chris at the front desk was helpful and understanding, he explained there was nothing he could do. He did mention that if I had waited and canceled the day of due to the rain, I would have received a full refund. That was extremely frustrating to hear, especially since I had gone out of my way to call ahead multiple times and follow the guidance I was given. This situation could have easily been avoided if the staff member who processed my cancellation had simply informed me to wait until the day of. Instead, I was left paying $80 unnecessarily. I really like this course, but this experience felt unfair and poorly handled. Clear and accurate communication from staff would have made all the difference.

The boys in my family love golfing. The closest course to them is this one. I've called multiple…read moretimes and gone with them to check it out. Most of the staff is not nice at all. There are certain people that are kind but overall they make the experience so much worse by being so rude. They charge a $10 booking as well as a $10 walk in fee so there is no avoiding that. I understand that they are a course that has strict rules, i think that's great but there definitely needs to be improvements to make people want to go back. They also charge a spectator fee even if you don't golf at all. Me and another spectator that came got told multiple times that we could not be in our own cart and had to be with a golfer. Even when we would get out of the cart to discuss something or just sit in the same cart while we were stopped at a hole, one man was very rude in a cart with a red flag told us we would have to leave if we did that again. They are way over the top for a course like this. They think they are Pebble Beach or something. I'm surprised there's not a fee for talking to the staff or for calling.

Now seeing all the reviews below I should have known better. Like the others this is not a review…read moreabout the course, as I enjoy it most times I play. The bad review is due to the management clearly trying to hide their actual prices when you book online. $10 booking fee per person is not included in your round fees and although it technically discloses it in the fine print, you are fully anticipating only paying what was originally listed on the website. You're tell me that a $10 booking fee to use the website is justified?? Just a greedy way to do business. I'll gladly pay the extra money to play rustic or Moore Park from now on.

This is THE GOLF GUY... Ryan. He understands the game of golf and will teach you mechanics and…read moreskills based off of your body's capabilities. Lessons can be frustrating but he has the patience and personality to get you through to the success you're looking for. From a child to a senior, to a competitive golfer I promise he will make you better. I took lessons with him for 6 months and it changed everything. You get to hit outside in real conditions, not on a screen. He gives you drills to practice outside of your lessons at the range. Personally I can not tell you enough about Ryan and his qualities/traits as a teacher and his set-up at Rustic. I personally went within a year from in the 90's to learning the correct way with Ryan and now shooting a single digit handicap so it's real and that can be you. Give him a call!

I've learned more about golf this year with Ryan, than I have in the previous 30 years of golfing…read more I understand more about my body as it relates to the golf swing, and what the golf ball can do. I also have more clarity around the mental part of this game, and when I bring those two together, it can be magic. Ryan is serious about people who are serious about their golf swing.

As an athlete my entire life it was my presumption that with proper instruction I would acquire a…read morefirm foundation of the golf swing. Therefore, eager to begin my golf journey I obtained golf instruction from Vanilla Gorilla Golf, as it seemed the most economical at the time. However, like the old cliché goes you get what you pay for. Understanding you can't learn golf in one lesson I signed up for a six-lesson package. Two out of those six lessons were spent working on the full swing. The four others included a putting, chipping, sand play, and on course lesson. Lessons are accompanied with a video review that includes voice commentary. Although I found it odd that I had to wait until after the lesson for an evaluation. It seems that perhaps an advanced teacher would be able to tell you how to improve during the lesson and make proper adjustments to do so. The on course lesson was rushed as we skipped from hole to hole awkwardly cutting in front of other golfers on the course in order for my instructor to get his video shot quickly. The one positive was the putting lesson. However, overall the true measure of an instructor is the progress of their students. For me, my minimal at best progress was accompanied with statements like "well looks like we need to sign you up for another package". Statements that help you see the true motivations of a businessman rather than a teacher. The techniques presented by Vanilla Gorilla Golf are non-existent in my current golf game, everything from the set up, grip, back swing, downswing and follow through. Currently I am not a PGA professional and will never be. Nevertheless, I am able to maneuver around a golf course with considerably less stress than when working with the Vanilla Gorilla "one plane swing". After cutting my losses and endeavoring on alternative instructional techniques that have allowed for success I would say skip the claims of becoming a better golfer in just one lesson. One last cliché; if it sounds to good to be true it probably is.

Bob is an amazing instructor! Not only does he know the game off golf inside and out but the…read morequality of his work product is like nothing i have seen in golf lessons. After helping me really understand the game and getting a huge reduction in my handicap i am planning to have my wife take lessons as well. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to get better regardless of your current level!

Let me start off by saying this wasn't a BAD course it was just absolutely not enjoyable…read more Why? Even using UDisc could not tell us where the next t pad was and at any moment you could lose a disc due to the foliage. It's one of those courses where wow it's beautiful, so happy I did it, but man I never need to experience it again. I wish there was clarity on where the next t pad was or something that helped but otherwise just bring big thick socks and get ready for an unforgiving course.

Disc golf course with character and beauty. This course is a lot of fun nestled into the mountains…read morewith the view of Lake Casitas. There are some tricky holes which makes it that much more fun! Throwing towards the lake with the backdrop of the mountains, or thru the bent trees I would highly recommend this course if you like the challenge. There are tree hazards so bring your sling shot in case :)