Private

The Country Club

Alister Index

Course

Prestige

Experience

Alister Index

Course

Prestige

Experience

Brookline, MA · Founded 1882

The Country Club is a private golf club in Brookline, Massachusetts, designed by William Flynn in 1882. The club has 18 holes.

America's first country club spreads across Brookline's hills in a routing that evolved over decades, where Flynn's architectural refinements complement the natural terrain that hosted Ouimet's 1913 miracle. History lives in every fairway.

About The Country Club

The composite course that hosts major championships combines holes from three original nine-hole layouts, creating a routing that feels both natural and surprising as it moves through mature New England landscape. Flynn's green complexes and bunker work provide strategic interest while respecting the site's historical significance and natural contours. The club's role in American golf history extends beyond tournament results—walking these fairways connects you to the sport's social and cultural evolution over 140 years.

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Key Facts

The Country Club is located in Brookline, Massachusetts.
Club type: private.
Course architect: William Flynn.
Year founded: 1882.
Number of holes: 18.
Alister Index score: 86/100.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Country Club

Who designed The Country Club?

The Country Club was designed by William Flynn. The course was established in 1882. It features 18 holes.

How many holes does The Country Club have?

The Country Club is an 18-hole private golf club. The club was founded in 1882.

What is the Alister Index score for The Country Club?

The Country Club scores 86 out of 100 on the Alister Index (grade B). The score is based on 3 of the five dimensions — course quality, exclusivity, prestige, member experience, and competitiveness — using the data available for this club.