Although shorter in length than its sibling, the Ambassador more than makes up for it in a classic mature design. What seems benign on the scorecard is not the case, as the routing weaves its way through massive 70 foot high hardwoods to gently rolling greens that slope from back to front.
Continuously praised from both the occasional as well as the accomplished golfer, the Ambassador is a course for all ages and levels of ability. The Ambassador offers impeccably conditioned fairways and some of the smallest and smoothest putting surfaces in the region.
Ever the cordial diplomat, The Ambassador does have its own version of “golf hardball” when making a strong stand for it. Watch out for holes 9 and 13 where many a quality round has gone astray.
Holey Terror: Hole No. 6 at Swan Point Yacht & Country Club
Swan Point Yacht & Country Club • Issue, MD • swanpointgolf.com • 301-259-0047
Nestled along the banks of the Potomac River in Issue, MD, Swan Point stands out in the Mid-Atlantic region for its breathtaking scenic beauty. World-renowned golf architect and consultant to Augusta National, Bob Cupp, designed a layout that seamlessly integrates with the dramatic landscape of marshland and tall pine trees.
The course evokes the feel of coastal Carolinas with its grassy mounds, challenging retention bunkers, abundant
