What It's Like to Stay at Sand Valley Golf Resort in Wisconsin
"A vast, nature-immersed golf destination in central Wisconsin that feels removed from the busy world, the property offers five distinct courses—including the very long, dune-driven Mammoth Dunes, the Old World links–inspired Sedge Valley, the historically influenced Lido (built from designs of a 1920s Long Island legend), and a fun 17-hole executive course called the Sandbox—plus a championship course that rigorously tests short-game and hazard play. Lodging ranges from hotel-style lodge rooms and executive suites (with big bathrooms, high ceilings, and course views) to cozy cabins, multi-bedroom cottages on Lake Leopold with waterside fire pits, and full residences and estate homes for large groups, ensuring options for every budget and party size. The culinary program is unexpectedly strong for a golf resort: four restaurants serve everything from Italian at an upscale gallery and smoky outdoor barbecue to a standout farm-to-table bistro with steaks and formidable cocktails, while each course features signature, low-cost, high-flavor halfway-house bites—$1 tacos at Craig’s Porch, diagonal-cut turkey sandwiches on the Lido, a giant sausage hero at Mammoth Dunes, meat pies and Italian beef with housemade giardiniera at Sedge Valley, and a food-and-drink truck on the Sandbox. On-property amenities extend beyond golf to grass and hard-court tennis, a fitness center and spa, lakes for swimming and fishing, hiking and biking trails, and seasonal offerings like snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and pond hockey. The operation emphasizes guest convenience and sustainability—shuttles and a bag-and-luggage concierge mean you rarely need a car, tee times and caddies/walking play are standard, pushcarts are available, and single-use plastic water bottles are minimized in favor of refillable and recyclable options. Easily reachable by regional airports (about two hours from Madison; three to four hours from nearby major cities), this is a multi-generational, destination-style golf retreat best booked in advance to get the most value and desired tee times." - Red Fabbri Red Fabbri Red Fabbri is a marketing exec and gear-obsessed dad who writes about everything from traveling with kids to setting up your kitchen with the right equipment to getting the most out of your luxury trips. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
