Golfers' rating
8.6/10
Based on 509 public ratings on LeadingCourses and Hole19
Aggregated from public ratings by other golfers — not Marina's own score.
Review by Marina Romanik PGA-certified golf instructor Compiled from the club's own information and online ratings by other golfers · checked
Heathland on Den Treek
Golfclub De Hoge Kleij sits on the historic Den Treek estate in Leusden, in the province of Utrecht. It opened in 1985 and gives you a full 18 holes of heathland golf, par 72, shaped by two respected designers — Frank Pennink and Donald Steel. The course plays to 6,045 metres with a slope of 128, so it is a round that rewards a steady, thoughtful game more than raw power. Leusden is about 17 minutes by car from Utrecht.
Golfers rate it warmly. On LeadingCourses it scores 8.5 out of 10 from 457 ratings, and on Hole19 it earns 4.8 out of 5 from 52 ratings (checked 26 September 2026). Reading those numbers together, this is a course players come back to and enjoy.
It suits golfers who already play with some confidence and love a calm, natural setting. The heathland lines and the estate trees ask you to plan each shot, which is exactly what makes a round here satisfying.
Playing as a guest
De Hoge Kleij is an introduction club, so a visitor needs two things: a valid handicap, and to be introduced by or accompanied through a member. Visitors are welcome and tee times can be booked online. The green fee is in the premium range — around €150 for 18 holes and €40 for 9.
For practice there is a driving range, a putting green, a short-game area and a golf academy, with a restaurant, bar and terrace to enjoy after your round. Buggies and clubs are available to rent, so you can arrive light.
The course
18
Holes
72
Par
1985
Founded
Heathland
Type
6045
Length
★ Suits: experienced golfers who appreciate a strategic heathland layout and a calm, natural estate setting.
Facilities
- Driving range
- Putting green
- Short-game area
- Golf academy
- Clubhouse & restaurant
- Buggy rental
- Club rental
Marina's note for learners
De Hoge Kleij rewards course management over power — exactly what I work on with students at Chi Chi Golf and Hoenderdaal before they take on a slope-128 layout like this one. You need a valid handicap and a member introduction before you visit, so arrange both in advance.
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A heathland layout with a slope of 128 asks for control, not distance. Keep the ball in play off the tee, give yourself a clear line in, and the round opens up. That balance — a repeatable swing and smart course management — is the part of the game I most enjoy helping golfers build before they take on a course like this one.
Good to know
Do I need a handicap to play at Golfclub De Hoge Kleij?
Yes — a valid handicap certificate or GVB card is required. De Hoge Kleij is also an introduction club, so you need to be accompanied by or introduced through a member before you can book a tee time. Check hogekleij.nl to arrange your visit.
How much is a green fee?
The green fee is €150 for 18 holes and €40 for 9 holes. Prices can vary seasonally, so confirm the current rate on the club's website at hogekleij.nl or by calling 033-4616944.
Can I book a tee time online?
Yes, online tee-time booking is available through the club's website at hogekleij.nl — convenient once you have arranged your member introduction.
Is the course suitable for beginners?
The 18-hole heathland layout has a slope of 128 and plays to par 72, so it is best suited to golfers who already play with confidence. A few lessons to build a repeatable swing and solid course management will make a real difference before you tackle a layout like this.
What facilities does the club offer?
De Hoge Kleij has a driving range, putting green, short-game area, and a golf academy, plus a restaurant, bar, and terrace. Buggies and clubs are available to rent, so you can arrive without a full bag.
Can Marina Romanik give me a lesson at De Hoge Kleij?
Marina teaches at Chi Chi Golf in Utrecht and Golfschool Hoenderdaal in Driebergen — both an easy drive from Leusden. A lesson or two there is a great way to build the course-management skills a slope-128 heathland round rewards. Book online, WhatsApp, or give her a call.
About this review
Compiled by Marina Romanik, PGA, from the club's own information and public ratings by other golfers — not from a visit. Checked .
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