(由 Google 翻译)沙漠中的静谧之地——南沙丘高尔夫俱乐部
过去八个月,在照顾身患绝症的父亲期间,我发现自己需要一个地方来喘口气,放松身心,重新与生活连接——哪怕只有几个小时。毫无疑问,那个地方就是南沙丘高尔夫俱乐部。它不仅仅是一个高尔夫球场——它是我的避难所。而且,它在各个方面都超出了我的预期。
从你驱车抵达球场的那一刻起,体验就开始了。球场本身令人叹为观止——精心维护的球道延伸至沙漠地貌,令人叹为观止的景色不断提醒你,为什么亚利桑那州是全美最壮丽的高尔夫胜地之一。球场布局具有挑战性,但公平公正,是一座真正的球员球场,其精心的设计奖励精准的击球,同时又不惩罚创造力。每一轮都感觉像是一种特权。
但真正让南沙丘与我打过的数百个球场区分开来的,是这里的人们。我在高尔夫俱乐部——任何地方——都从未遇到过像负责签到的蒂姆这样给我留下深刻印象的人。蒂姆不仅是每个俱乐部都梦寐以求的那种专业人士,更是一位真正卓越的人。蒂姆热情、敏锐、洞察力非凡,即使在人生最艰难的时刻,他总能让你感到踏实。我们简短的交谈常常是我一天中最精彩的时刻——他的智慧和冷静的处事态度带来的不仅仅是客户服务,更是慰藉。
布里是另一颗宝石——一缕阳光。每次我遇到她,她都热情好客、亲切友善。在一个以卓越为荣的环境中,布里秉持并提升了这一标准。她对待每一位客人都像对待常客一样,也像对待家人一样对待每一位常客。
球场上的体验也非常棒。在炎炎夏日,他们会把冷毛巾送到球场上。细细品味。正是这种超越一切的热情好客,让南沙丘俱乐部从众多顶级乡村俱乐部中脱颖而出。诸如此类的小细节,以及全体员工的悉心服务,让每一轮比赛都如同一场逃离——奢华却不浮夸。
食物?棒极了。无论您是想在转弯处小憩片刻,还是想在赛后享用一顿正宗的餐点,其品质和一致性都堪比高端餐厅。俱乐部会所的氛围高雅而轻松——正是这种氛围让您在最后一杆推入后还想久留。
话虽如此,如果要我提出一条建设性的意见,那就是:请更换洗球器。在每个发球区配备功能齐全、干净整洁的洗球器和毛巾,将为这座原本完美无瑕的设施锦上添花。这虽然是小事,但当其他一切都如此周到周到时,细节就显得尤为重要。
总而言之,南沙丘俱乐部不仅为我提供了一次美好的高尔夫体验。它给了我平静。在我人生中最艰难的时期之一,我在球道上、在比赛的节奏中、在这片土地的美丽中,以及在经营者的善良中,找到了一些深刻而有意义的东西。
我对这家俱乐部感激不尽。感谢那些美好的回忆,感谢那些宁静的时刻,感谢你们所做的一切。南方沙丘,你们真是个宝藏。
——安德鲁·威金
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A Sanctuary in the Desert – Southern Dunes Golf Club
Over the past eight months, while caring for my terminally ill father, I found myself needing somewhere to breathe, to reset, and to reconnect with life—even for just a few hours at a time. That place, without question, became Southern Dunes Golf Club. It wasn’t just a golf course—it was my sanctuary. And in every possible way, it exceeded all expectations.
From the moment you drive up to the facility, the experience begins. The course itself is stunning—immaculately maintained fairways stretch across the desert landscape, with breathtaking views that constantly remind you why Arizona is one of the most majestic golf destinations in the country. The layout is challenging but fair, a true player’s course with thoughtful design that rewards precision while never punishing creativity. Every round felt like a privilege.
But what truly separates Southern Dunes from the hundreds of courses I’ve played is the people. I’ve never met anyone at a golf club—anywhere—who left such an impression on me as Tim, who handles check-ins. Tim is not only the kind of professional every club wishes they had; he is a genuinely remarkable human being. Warm, sharp, and incredibly insightful, Tim has a way of making you feel grounded, even during life’s hardest moments. Our brief conversations were often the highlight of my day—his wisdom and calm presence offered more than customer service. They offered comfort.
Bree is another gem—a constant ray of sunshine. Every time I encountered her, she was welcoming, gracious, and kind. In an environment that prides itself on excellence, Bree upholds and enhances that standard. She treats every guest like a regular, and every regular like family.
The on-course experience is also phenomenal. In the sweltering summer heat, they bring cold towels out to the course. Let that sink in. That kind of above-and-beyond hospitality is what sets Southern Dunes apart from even the most prestigious country clubs. Small details like that, and the attentiveness of the staff across the board, make every round feel like an escape—luxurious without ever being pretentious.
The food? Spectacular. Whether you’re grabbing something at the turn or settling in for a proper post-round meal, the quality and consistency rival high-end restaurants. The clubhouse atmosphere is elevated, but relaxed—exactly the kind of environment that makes you want to stay long after your last putt drops.
That said, if I had to offer one piece of constructive feedback, it would be this: Please replace the ball washers. Having functional, clean washers equipped with towels at every tee box would be the final touch in what is otherwise a flawless facility. It’s a small thing—but details matter when everything else is so thoughtfully done.
In closing, Southern Dunes didn’t just offer me a great golf experience. It gave me peace. During one of the hardest periods of my life, I found something deeply meaningful in the fairways, in the rhythm of the game, in the beauty of the land—and in the kindness of the people who run it.
I cannot thank this club enough. For the memories. For the moments of calm. For the excellence in everything you do. Southern Dunes, you are truly a treasure.
— Andrew Wiggin