Three Days at Ballyhack
A Mountain Golf Retreat That Leaves You Breathless
Ballyhack Golf Club | Roanoke, Virginia
If you’re planning a Virginia golf trip, Ballyhack Golf Club in Roanoke belongs at the top of your list. This Blue Ridge Mountains golf retreat is a true masterpiece, designed by Lester George and ranked among Golf Digest’s top courses (#5 Best Course in Virginia and #210 Greatest Courses in America, 2025). With dramatic elevation changes, rugged terrain, and sweeping views, Ballyhack offers one of the most unforgettable golf experiences in Virginia.
Ballyhack is the perfect setting for your serene escape, a place that transcends everything you thought you knew about what embodies a pure golf experience. From goats that maintain the rough to chef-driven Appalachian cuisine in the clubhouse, every detail creates a memorable and authentic Virginia golf getaway.
Whether you’re planning a golf trip with buddies or hosting a business retreat that blends work and play, here’s how to make the most of a three-day Ballyhack golf trip—for any size or type of group.
Your Buddy Trip at Ballyhack
A bucket list stay and play destination in Virginia.
Ballyhack Golf Club delivers everything you need for a bucket list buddy trip: competition, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories. Stay in the Owner’s Cottage, nestled between holes 12 and 13, for the ultimate home base. This cottage features two levels, stellar views, and quick access to snacks and drinks for a mid-round pit stop. The lower level of the Owner’s Cottage includes everything you need for fun: a pool table, golf simulator, TVs, beverages, and poker. In the evenings, gather around the cottage fire pit to swap stories and relive the day's best shots.
Experience the par-3 Goat Trak for quick, fun wagering holes, and take advantage of the practice facilities to sharpen your skills before teeing off. Forecaddies will keep the energy high and your game on point.
Impress your buddies with these tips from Head Golf Pro Matt Bevan on how to navigate Ballyhack’s legendary slopes like a pro before you even tee off.
Don’t miss the Golf Shop, stocked with everything from unique hats, headcovers, and limited-edition gear that will spark conversations long after your trip. Remember to grab a goat plush toy as the perfect “guilt gift” to take home.
Whether your group is seeking bragging rights or a leisurely, scenic round, Ballyhack adapts to your vibe, ensuring every moment is remarkable.
Cap off the night back at your cottage with a fire pit hangout, a game of poker, or a cigar session under the stars. With wet bars, breathtaking views, and plenty of space to lounge, the cottages are made for unwinding in style.
Your Business Trip at Ballyhack
Entertain clients with ease on the golf course.
Ballyhack is uniquely suited to corporate hospitality and executive retreats. The club is conveniently located near ROA Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (10 miles), FBO at Signature ROA / Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (10 miles), and RDU Raleigh-Durham International Airport (142 miles).
The property features meeting spaces, such as the Board Room (accommodating up to 16 people), equipped with ClickShare wireless conference technology. The Executive and Owner’s Cottages, with dining tables seating 8 and 12 respectively, offer a warm, work-friendly atmosphere. Staff can assist with creating meeting layouts, audiovisual setups, and private dining options tailored to your agenda. This allows your group to host morning strategy sessions before seamlessly transitioning to tee time, a feature that makes Ballyhack an efficient environment for client engagement. For companies aiming to combine client entertainment, team building, and productive downtime, a golf trip to Ballyhack checks every box.
Enjoy quiet, peaceful rounds of golf with 15-minute tee times and forecaddies. If your group prefers a shorter, more approachable route than the full 18-hole, the par-3 Goat Trak is a great option.
With onsite lodging and preassigned rooms, travel stress is minimized. Private cottages and the clubhouse provide a relaxed, premium setting to host clients—exclusive without the pretense. Each cottage features a common area and private master suites, so everyone enjoys comfort and personal space. This cottage-based downtime transforms hospitality into relationship capital.
Food and beverage elevate the experience even further, with a 600-bottle temperature-controlled wine cellar and chef Tanner Sorenson’s Appalachian-inspired menus creating dining moments as powerful for business as any meeting.
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Entertaining Groups of Any Size at Ballyhack
Group-friendly accommodation makes planning effortless.
Ballyhack is a golf trip destination built for groups of any size. From intimate family getaways and buddy trips to corporate retreats and large-scale gatherings, the club’s facilities adapt seamlessly to accommodate groups of any size.
The Main Dining Room seats up to 62, the Board Room up to 16, and outdoor patio dining fits 24—while cottages provide flexible dining for smaller groups (Executive Cottages seat eight; the Owner’s Cottage seats 12 at the table and up to 24 casually).
Culinary direction is led by Chef Tanner Sorenson, whose Lowcountry and Appalachian-inspired menus range from seven-course wine-paired tasting menus to relaxed Virginia BBQ delivered straight to the cottages. Every meal is designed to match the mood, making food and drink just as memorable as the golf itself.
Sample Three-Day, Two-Night Trip to Ballyhack
A sample itinerary to inspire your next trip.
Day 1
11:30 a.m. - Arrival by car concierge has arranged, and cottage check-in
Noon - Lunch on clubhouse terrace with a mountain view
1:30 p.m. - Tee time with a forecaddie
6:30 p.m. - House-made charcuterie & appetizers arrive at the cottage while you refresh for dinner
7:30 p.m. - Bourbon or wine tasting by the clubhouse fireplace
8:00 p.m. - Family Style Tasting Dinner Menu Experience
10:00 p.m. - Putting on 18th under the lights
Day 2
7:30 a.m. - Breakfast buffet at the clubhouse
8:00 a.m. - Shop the latest equipment and apparel in the Golf Shop
8:30 a.m. - Custom short-game clinic with golf staff
9:00 a.m. - Tee time with forecaddie
11:00 a.m. - Pre-ordered turn snacks available in clubhouse between holes 9 and 10
1:30 p.m. - Lunch in clubhouse
2:30 p.m. - Custom club fitting, extra 9, or full 18 (Par 3 Goat Trak course available at 5 p.m.)
8:00 p.m. - Backyard BBQ dinner delivered to cottage
9:00 p.m. - Cocktails by the fire pit
Day 3
7:30 a.m. - Breakfast buffet in the clubhouse
8:30 a.m. - Tee time with forecaddie
1:30 p.m. - Event scoring, awards, and lunch on the clubhouse terrace
Consider These Add-Ons for Your Ballyhack Trip
The sample itinerary above is just the beginning of what Ballyhack has to offer. Recognizing that each group has its own rhythm and interests, consider adding one or more activities to your Ballyhack golf trip:
Putting under the lights on the 18th green
Cocktails in the clubhouse or at the cottage fire pit
Club and ball fittings or clinics with golf staff
Bourbon tasting or Wine Tasting
Visiting Ballyhack
For groups seeking an elevated and effortless trip—where stunning views, gourmet meals, and cozy fireside conversations are the norm—Ballyhack is the premier choice for the best golf getaway in Virginia. Our onsite staff is dedicated to tailoring your experience, whether it's a competitive buddy weekend, an executive retreat, or a large group reunion.
Members can check cottage availability in Members Area (login required) to see if preferred dates are available, then contact a concierge to book.
