Somerset Hills Country Club - USA

Author: Jeff + Claude AI

Genre: Sport, Golf, PGA, Course

Date: 27th September 2026

Description: Nestled on the wooded ridges of Bernardsville, New Jersey, Somerset Hills Country Club stands as one of A.W. Tillinghast's most beloved design achievements. This richly detailed volume traces the club's story from its founding vision through the shaping of its celebrated course, guiding readers hole by hole across a landscape defined by rolling terrain, natural water features, and strategic brilliance. Along the way, it explores the clubhouse's evolution, memorable tournaments and members, and the ongoing stewardship that keeps this classic layout thriving today. A must-read for golf historians, architecture enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to the enduring artistry of America's Golden Age courses.

Summary

Ch1. The Founding Vision on Bernardsville's Ridge

Ch2. A.W. Tillinghast and the Art of the Course

Ch3. The Land Itself - Geology, Water, and Terrain

Ch4. Hole by Hole - The Front Nine

Ch5. Hole by Hole - The Back Nine

Ch6. The Clubhouse and Grounds Through the Decades

Ch7. Tournaments, Members, and Moments of Note

Ch8. Preservation, Restoration, and the Course Today