Amenities - Sand Point Country Club

Sand Point Country Club offers a wide variety of experiences for its members and their guests.

From the 18-hole golf course with a beguiling mix of side-hill lies, small and fast greens, and dozens of deep Scottish-style bunkers, the outdoor junior-Olympic sized swimming pool, the four lit, outdoor, tennis courts, 24-hour fitness center, to the various dining and event venues, and everything in between, the Club has something for everyone.

To contact the Club about any of these amenities, please visit our Contact page.

Golf
- Sand Point Country Club’s 6,200-yard, 18-hole golf course is perched above the shores of Lake Washington. Opened in 1927, the layout in northeast Seattle was designed by British golf architect Francis L. James, who crafted several prestigious, early-day Northwest courses. Over its nine-plus decades Sand Point has served as the training grounds for national and regional golf champions.
  
  In 2020, the former tree-lined layout underwent a major remodel overseen by Scottish golf architect David McLay Kidd. The work involved a complete redesign of two holes, major alterations to 10 greens, tee and bunker renovations, 57 percent more short-cut fairway turf and 15 acres of native areas. Members and guests now face firm-and-fast playing conditions, slick/tilting putting surfaces, and over 90 fairway and greenside bunkers.
  
  Yet the course’s hillside locale remains its predominant feature, leading to rolling terrain and tricky sidehill lies requiring every shot in the bag. On clear days Sand Point players enjoy views that stretch from Mount Baker near the Canadian border southward to Mount Rainier. There are very few golf courses anywhere blessed with such a spectacular locale.
  
  Warm up before your round at the covered driving range, practice short-game area and putting green. Sand Point also features a full-service pro shop with a comprehensive supply of golf merchandise – from balls to gloves to clubs for all skill levels and ages.
  
  “When I am asked to recommend improvements to a club, I look for two things: a membership that’s open to bold ideas and a golf course brimming with potential but unrealized. At Sand Point I found both in spades! The views from the course are spectacular. Although small, the property is filled with intrigue and adventure. We just needed to put all the pieces together and allow the course to become the 1920s’ classic it is, making Sand Point Country Club one of the preeminent clubs in the city of Seattle.” David McLay Kidd
  
  “Sand Point’s new heathland-style golf course is so much more interesting and enjoyable to play. The firm, tight playing conditions allow you to use the contours and slopes to your advantage. Run-up and bank shots are way more fun and creative than shooting directly at the pin every time. When around the greens, there are many options. You can putt, pitch or run shots with a straight-faced iron, or flop it with a lofted wedge. Whatever you decide, use your imagination, enjoy the views, play creative shots and have a fun day at Sand Point.” Craig Hunter, Director of Golf
  
  “The Sand Point renovation created a course that looks like it did when first opened in 1927, and the transformation to a heathland-style achieves an aesthetic unique in the Northwest. The design showcases a natural and rugged edge, but great care is given to providing high-quality turfgrass and solid playing conditions. Coupling these features with panoramic views of Lake Washington makes Sand Point a fantastic place to enjoy a round of golf.” Marcus Harness, Golf Course Superintendent
  
  “I recall our first meeting with David and Nick [Schaan, Kidd’s design associate] following a walking tour of the course. David said to the Green Committee: ‘We get asked all the time to do renovations such as this and politely decline. After walking the course, we felt this project could really turn into something special.’ And it did!” Owen Westervelt, General Manager
Swim & Tennis
- While Sand Point Country Club’s junior-Olympic sized swimming pool is open year-round, the hub of activity for the Club’s many swimming programs happens from mid-May to late-August. Sand Point’s swim team competes in the Northern Division of the Greater Seattle Summer Swim League, offering training and competitive events throughout the summer. In addition to offering dedicated Adult Only swim hours, the Club sponsors an adult swim team.
  
  Sand Point has a strong swim lesson program, ranging from toddler through competitive stroke group lessons, as well as lessons for adult swimmers of all ability levels. All classes are taught by Red Cross certified instructors, and private lessons are also available. One of the highlights of the summer season is the Club's Water Show program, where children practice and perform musical routines to the delight of parents and members alike. The Club also offers a month-long Water Polo team for children each August.
  
  The Club’s tennis program features instructional, recreational, and competitive tennis opportunities for players of all ages and ability levels. The Club’s tennis professionals offer group and individual lessons, facilitate competition for the Club's junior tennis team, and sponsor fun events for the members including Men's and Women's flights. Sand Point Country Club partners with Tennis Center Sand Point to provide members with the best tennis experience on our outdoor courts.
Dining & Catering
- Sand Point Country Club offers a wide variety of dining experiences for its members and their guests. All member dining is in the Club’s Main Dining Room for a more traditional experience, the Cascade Grill for a family-friendly casual experience, or the Panorama (Pan) Room Bar for an adult only, 21-and-over, experience. The Main Dining Room has unparalleled views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains on one side and the manicured greens and foliage of our golf course on the other. The Cascade Grill sits just above the pool and off the practice putting green for quick bites, a full menu including pizzas, and a full bar in a casual, warm, and welcoming environment. The Pan Room Bar, sporting the best views in the entire Club, is surrounded by panoramic vistas of the Pacific Northwest in all of its natural beauty.
  
  The Pan Room Bar offer lunch service six days a week, dinner on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights, Saturday breakfast, and brunch on the Sundays. The Main Dining Room offers lunch service Tuesday through Friday, dinner service Wednesday through Friday, and brunch on Sunday. During the summer months, this service extends onto our large patio overlooking the golf course and swimming pool, allowing members to enjoy cool summer breezes. The Cascade Grill is open for dinner Wednesday through Friday and during the day on weekends in the non-summer season, and in the summer is open for for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday. The Cascade Grill is also home to our golfer's breakfast on the weekends all year long.
  
  From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend, the pool Snack Bar serves patrons fresh salads, sandwiches, and ice cream treats.
  
  In addition to the regular dining schedule, the Club hosts many special events for its members, including Easter and Mother’s Day brunches, themed dining nights, parent-child dances, Santa brunches and dinners during the holiday season, and so much more.
  
  The Club is also available for private celebrations of members including (but not limited to): wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, bar and bat mitzvahs, auctions, bridal and baby showers, business meetings, and more!
Fitness Center
- The Sand Point Fitness Center, located on the lower level of the clubhouse, is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All members who meet the age requirement have access to the Fitness Center. The Club also contracts personal fitness instructors who offer a variety of classes, from swim conditioning to bosu ball training, yoga to strength training.