A very nice nine-hole course of par 3's and 4's…read more Miner Hills has a great location between New Haven and Hartford that's pretty easy to find. One of my associations had a twilight golf event here and Miner Hills was terrific to deal with, they easily worked with us on the catering and food service. Super reasonable cost for golf and carts, and we dealt with some very nice people at the pro shop organizing the evening. Yay, I'm a fan!!

A short 9-hole course that's not as easy as you might expect…read more Miner Hills is a family run course (and driving range) that has a very friendly staff. The atmosphere is laid back, as this is very much a course that's welcoming to the general public. It's a Par 30 with six par 3's and three par 4's. Every hole is under 300 yards. However, the par 4 7th is straight uphill and the par 3 before it plays close to 200 yards uphill from the white tees. The course is kept in fairly good condition and there was a crew leaf-blowing when I played there. It's hard to play with a yellow ball and hit into all those leaves! While there are not too many hazards here, most of the fairways and approaches are relatively narrow. There are some small greens too and the slopes can be tough to judge. The prices are fair, but when I saw a deal of $9 for 18 holes and a cart (seriously?!) on GolfNow, I could not pass it up. I believe the rate is usually $21 or so. The cart also had a lot of pep. Probably the fastest cart I've used on any course! I will be coming back here in the future!

A very cute clubhouse, with a small but nice bar and pretty good food. The price for 9 is about the…read moresame as lymans, which to me lymans is a step above. The course is usually in pretty good shape. There is only turf mats and your not supposed to hit a driver off the driving range because it's very short. The biggest issue is the hills on the course. It makes it very hard to know when the person on front of you is done. Be on alert lol. Overall, it's worth a look.

Not a food review. The golf is great here. Well run course with some challenging holes. Not the…read morehardest course but many blind shots and great views of this beautiful part of Connecticut.

Courses are beautiful and well kept! Beverage cart service is awesome and pro shop staff is…read moreextremely personable!

My sister and I took a golf lesson with SARAH, and she was excellent. She addressed each of our…read moreindividual golf challenges with simple, effective solutions. She made the experience really fun and inspired us to keep golfing! Sarah also went above and beyond by noticing my sister was struggling with the heat that day. Since it was so sunny and hot, she gave her a seat in the shade and an electrolyte drink. So thoughtful. It was a fun class, and we can't wait to go back. Thank you Sarah.

"Imitator, intimidator, stimulator Simulator, eliminator"…read more(Eminem) If ten state of the art golf simulators are your stimulators, you'll love a visit to Back 9 Social. And your visit will not be handicapped by a lack of gastropub like food and drink. Their golf simulators are very impressive and combine radar and camera technology to faithfully recreate some of the best courses in the world, including St Andrews, Pebble Beach, and 120+ others. A professional organization I belong to held a gathering there last night and had a great time. We ordered and paid for our drinks through their big bar through a QR code, but you can still pay the old-fashioned way with cash if you prefer. We had plenty of their pizzas which were quite yummy. Our golfers had a blast and I should point out that although some of the other customers I saw actually brought their own set of clubs, Back 9 can hook you up with their clubs for men, women, lefties, righties, and kids. And of course, plenty of tees and balls to whack into their high-definition screens. The facility is gorgeous, the golf simulators were amazing, the staff was helpful and friendly, and it was a very enjoyable experience.

This place is a lot of fun, and we genuinely enjoy coming here, but our experience with management…read moreon multiple occasions has really put a damper on the whole establishment. We completely understand that the facility has every right to monitor alcohol consumption and prevent inappropriate behavior. Nobody wants people getting sloppy or disruptive, and we respect that. However, there's a much more professional and respectful way to handle it than what is done. We are unsure of her name, but the female manager present made us uncomfortable as she was constantly staring at our group throughout the evening instead of simply communicating expectations directly. The alcohol restrictions are also entirely ridiculous- I specifically was told by the bartender that I was being watched for alcohol consumption after having 2 Coronas in a time span of 1 hour and 45 minutes. The restriction on alcohol itself is not the main issue -- it's the way it is handled. We have felt watched and punished despite the fact that nobody in our group was loud, inappropriate, or intoxicated on multiple occasions. I also want to note that the bartenders have been spectacular and are always very nice. This is specially about the manager and the way she acts towards paying customers. When you're spending over $200 on the simulator alone, a little courtesy and respectful communication would go a long way. We really do like this place, but experiences like this make us hesitant to come back.

Fun layout, has a lot of potential. That being said some of the worst greens I've ever played…read more.. they were furry and the ball wobbled back and forth, didn't roll true at all. They clearly haven't been rolled at all this year. Also, the rough was absurd. Couldn't find balls that were clearly in play. Not sure how you justify charging $72 for a course that hasn't been cared for. Much better courses around for the same price.

The course was in great shape but if you have tee times starting at 6am, don't show up to open the…read morepro shop at 6:15. It shows a lack of respect for the customer. Then everyone is in a rush off the bat. I wont be back.

My brother had his wedding here, so I got the whole experience as part of the wedding party. They…read moredid a stellar job top to bottom. Everyone, from the GM to the bartender to the bride wrangler and operations teams was professional, friendly, and good-natured. They brought a lot of intensity and professionalism, keeping everyone on schedule, but still managing to make us feel like spoiled guests along the way. Was especially impressed by Bridget and Emily and how hard they worked to make my brother's wedding go perfectly. The space itself is really nice -- the greenery of the golf course was a gorgeous backdrop for the wedding, and the interior space was tasteful & well-appointed, with great lighting and nice decor. Overall, everyone had a fantastic time, and I didn't hear a single complaint from the wedding party. The food was great, too -- nothing bland or too exotic, just fresh, creatively-prepared classics. My steak did come out a little more cooked than I'd like, but it was still totally delicious -- I would just recommend emphasizing that a bit if that's something you really care about. Pros * staff were all really wonderful & graceful, funny additions to the banter around the table * space is gorgeous and very photogenic * fantastic mix of keeping the event on time & still making us feel like we were being pampered * honest, no-bullshit feedback about what they could accommodate and what wasn't possible * uniformly great feedback from every guest I talked to Cons * if you're picky about your steak temp you gotta flag it -- but honestly this happens at every large event This place was overall fantastic and I'd recommend it to anyone for a special event.

Just don't work there. I was an employee for over 30 years and left after my superiors started…read moretreating me like garbage. I left on my own after almost being pushed to leave. I was very good friends with a lot of the members and busted my ass the entire time I was there. In all the time I was there, I never had one complaint against me and an unknown number of compliments. When I left, I left peacefully with no incident. I returned recently to visit some members that I was friends with and haven't seen in a few years since I left. I was told by the Head Professional that he was told to ask me to leave the premises or he would call the police for no apparent reason. I asked why and by who, but wouldn't be given a reason. I left and went to one of the holes on the street to say hi to the members as they passed the hole. The pro was out there and called the police even though I wasn't on property. The police told me I wasn't welcome on the property and if I returned I could be arrested. Again for no apparent reason. I then called the GM and asked why I wasn't allowed on property and was told he didn't need to give me a reason. I said that I worked there for so many years, and thought I deserved to know why. He again said he didn't need to give me a reason. DON"T WORK THERE UNLESS YOU WANTED TO BE TREATED LIKE SHIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Met up with friend for a round of mini golf. This place is really cute. It was clean and not super…read morebusy which is great. No one likes to feel rushed when having fun. Staff were pleasant. We were able to finish a round of 18 is an hour. I would definitely return

Me and my family have been coming here for years. It is consistently an amazing experience, with an…read moreoverall a very respectful kind staff. This course offers a variety of skill levels on each different hole, with many different twists that enchant the gameplay. It is perfect if you are looking for an enjoyable experience with family or friends. This golf course is easily one of my favorites out of the many golf courses I've visited. Additionally, this course includes a diverse array of wildlife statues that you could encounter on a safari. These statues are clearly made with care and supreme craftsmanship. Also, this course includes a large waterfall and beautiful canals throughout it. Overall, this course genuinely changed my life and I would recommend this course more than anything else due to the sheer beauty and enjoyment the course offers.

So glad I got to work the Reds, Whites & Brews Festival. I was at the Corona Sun Brew table and got…read moreto sample other tables and see other staff I know from vendors I've worked for. This festival was fun and trying out other product. The band playing was pretty good. Also the Aqua Tuff gave us a small bowl of pasta with a choice of either w Alfredo sauce or vodka penne complimentary to us workers. It was definitely very nice they took care of us workers.

This is my second time in here for an event and it's always so nice to see even when it's filled…read morewith stuff you could see how beautiful it is. I can imagine it's a great spot for a wedding or party! The chandeliers and atmosphere is just so pretty

I have gained the benefit of Maureen "mo's" knowledge and skills for years. Even before she opened…read moreback on Course. As a Therapist she is amazing and understand the body structure and knows how to make adjustments to help you heal and relieve pain. As a golf instructor she understand the movements of the body and can help you correct your golf swing through proper movement but also teach you how to make a proper golf swing to accommodate physical issue you may be dealing with.

Enjoyed a free historical tour of the Lyman Homestead, led by historian Diana Ross McCain…read more The Lyman homestead (1741) is the 15th oldest running farm in America and has been in the family for 8 generations. In 1864, The Lyman Homestead house (the original) moved from the homestead location to across what is now the apple barrel David Lyman 2nd being a prominent Lyman heir to the property, was many things, including an abolitionist who was part of the Freedom trail, aiding run away slaves. Part of the Underground Railroad, the Lyman family would house those seeking refuge. David Lyman the 2nd is also responsible for the completion of the Airline trail (due to their farm productions/supply/demand), an innovative and state of the line washing machine (for that time) and the production of the train tracks that cross the Connecticut River in Middletown. In 1917, a massive frost killed all the peach trees, but they converted to apple trees, which is what took off the Lyman's famous apple picking today! They also had cattle, but unfortunately the barn burned down and was replaced with the golf courses that are here today

While I have yet to tour the Homestead, I have attended 2 events in the general area, adjacent to…read morethe Golf course. The first was in the summer for a sound/ gong bath outdoors. Peaceful, quiet surroundings to fully immerse into complete relaxation. I believe this was Lyman's first event of this kind. To celebrate the Lunar New Year 2023, Lyman's had a wonderful display of lanterns of all kinds to view on a half mile stroll on its grounds. Fabulous. I believe they have this every year. Remarkable artistry and really unique and beautiful. Check out their website for a variety of events (outside of pick your own).