Burford Golf Links has the feel of an inland links course without needing to cross the ocean. Set in Brant County, this 18-hole layout features wide-open fairways, mounded rough, and fast-running turf that rewards creativity. It’s the kind of course that makes you think more about ball flight and trajectory than raw distance.
Wind is the great equalizer here. On a calm day, you can chase low numbers. When it blows, every hole plays differently, and strategy becomes everything. The firm fairways and true greens make it a course that experienced players appreciate and newcomers enjoy learning on.
What separates Burford is its simplicity. No overdesigned bunkering, no forced carries – just golf that lets you experiment and adjust. It’s perfect for players who enjoy the ground game and want to test different shot shapes.
The clubhouse is small but welcoming, and the staff keep the atmosphere light and friendly. You’ll see everyone here – seniors, juniors, league players, and groups passing through for a relaxed round.
Burford Golf Links is proof that great golf can come without pretense – just good turf, honest design, and room to enjoy the game your way.
I got a text from my buddy Rob last fall: “Heading to Scottsdale for some winter golf. Want in?” My immediate thought wasn’t “yes, that sounds amazing.” It was “how much?” Scottsdale means $150-300 per round. Phoenix resorts. Snowbird crowds. And here I was, living three hours from Muirfield Village Golf Club – one of the top courses in America – and paying attention to Arizona real estate advertisements.
That’s when it hit me: Ohio golf is genuinely incredible, and almost nobody talks about it.
Ohio has a remarkable concentration of high-quality golf,
