Vail Valley
Sonnenalp Club
Private/resort-access valley golf
Sonnenalp is the insider support play if access lines up. It is quieter, more local, and less obvious than Vail Golf Club, which is exactly why it can be attractive.
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The take
Sonnenalp is the insider support play if access lines up. It is quieter, more local, and less obvious than Vail Golf Club, which is exactly why it can be attractive.
Best for
Groups that want this course to anchor the trip.
Watch out
- Access needs to be confirmed
How to play it
Nice add if you can get on. Do not build the trip around it.
Course intelligence
What you need to know
Strengths
- - Good private/resort feel
Watch-outs
- - Access needs to be confirmed
Signature holes
6, 12, 18
Book it right
Cost, access, and timing
Green fees
Access-dependent; usually tied to membership or Sonnenalp guest privileges.
Best season
June: Beautiful but course openings and conditioning can vary early.
Caddies / walking
Carts are normal.
Booking move
Secure Red Sky access and understand the daily Fazio/Norman rotation first, then lodging, then support rounds.
Weather read
Pick the right window.
June: Beautiful but course openings and conditioning can vary early.
Jan
28F / 15F
Sun Low; rain Snow
Feb
31F / 16F
Sun Low; rain Snow
Mar
43F / 25F
Sun Mixed; rain Medium
Apr
57F / 36F
Sun Good; rain Medium
May
69F / 47F
Sun Best; rain Medium
Jun
78F / 57F
Sun Best; rain Medium
Google review
5/5 - 6 months ago
We love this country club! The food is always great and the beer selection never disappoints — lots of local and craft options to choose from.
The pool is a gem. It's super family-friendly and perfect for hanging out on hot days.
Overall, just an awesome spot to relax, eat, and
We love this country club! The food is always great and the beer selection never disappoints — lots of local and craft options to choose from.
The pool is a gem. It's super family-friendly and perfect for hanging out on hot days.
Overall, just an awesome spot to relax, eat, and
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Google review
5/5 - a year ago
Great course with friendly staff. Excellent greens so make sure you putt a few before your round if you are ever invited to play here.
Great course with friendly staff. Excellent greens so make sure you putt a few before your round if you are ever invited to play here.
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Google review
4/5 - a year ago
Unpleasant experience at the gym.
Been questioned twice if I am a member.
Been told by Liz that I can’t wear my sports top because it reveals my belly.
When I asked for the bulletin with workout ethic and requirements, she said they don’t have one.
Didn’t feel comfortable at this
Unpleasant experience at the gym.
Been questioned twice if I am a member.
Been told by Liz that I can’t wear my sports top because it reveals my belly.
When I asked for the bulletin with workout ethic and requirements, she said they don’t have one.
Didn’t feel comfortable at this
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