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Whistling Straits is the realisation of the dream of one man - Herb Kohler. Having made his fortune manufacturing and selling bathroom suites throughout the United States, Mr. Kohler decided to plough considerable amounts of his more than…

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The initial result was Whistling Straits, on the Wisconsin shores of Lake Michigan, with subsequent investments including the Old Course Hotel at St Andrews. Kohler is not a man who does anything by half, and he turned to his architectural equivalent, Pete Dye, to create a golf course to satisfy his dreams. The resultant Straits Course could only be in America, but its accent is distinctly Scottish. Following the relocation of millions of tonnes of earth, a hybrid links course of incredible beauty was unveiled.

While it may not be a traditional links course in the Scottish and Irish sense, the Straits is rugged and wild. The world's spotlight fell on Kohler's creation for the first time in 2004 for the USPGA Championship when Vijay Singh emerged victorious.

The praise on that occasion was unanimous, a vote which surely sealed the award of the 2020 Ryder Cup for Wisconsin's finest. Still young, but already revered, Whistling Straits is one of the world's great golfing experiences.

Hotel Information

American Club

The American Club is a Forbes Five-Star Resort Hotel and the Midwest’s only AAA Five Diamond Resort Hotel so it goes without saying that this is an outstanding accommodation option for any golfer travelling to Wisconsin to try their hand at the golfing delights that await at Whistling Straits which is just a stone’s throw away.

Every guest room at The American Club adheres to the Kohler standard of excellence so no matter whether you opt for a guestroom – of which there are four grades – or a lavish suite you will be experience comfort of the very highest order. All rooms feature furnishings of supreme quality and modern conveniences including high-speed wireless internet, minibar and direct dial telephone help to ensure a comfortable and connected stay. All guests at The American Club also receive complimentary access to Sports Core Health & Racquet Club and advance tee times at Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits while non golfer and golfers alike can also make use of guest passes to River Wildlife; a wilderness preserve where guests can sample outdoor pursuits such as salmon fishing, hiking and horse riding.

Dining options at The American Club are extensive so from fine dining to a casual bite to eat, guests can sample a great range of culinary delights. For something really special head to the fine dining restaurant – The Immigrant Restaurant – which has received the AAA Four Diamond Award for 17 consecutive years.

Those looking to take a day away from it all and simply relax could do no better than to head to the Kohler Waters Spa. Conveniently located adjacent to The American Club, this world class spa offers the perfect sanctuary where guests can spoil themselves with one off treatments or a whole day of relaxation in the sauna, steam room, whirlpool or the unique indoor/outdoor swim through pool. Those with a sporty disposition can also make use of a fully equipped fitness studio.

The Inn on Wood Lake

Alternatively you could choose to stay at the Inn on Wood Lake. Located on the shore of picturesque Wood Lake, this serene 121-room hotel boasts boutique style guest rooms, ample meeting space as well as amenities and common areas for leisure and business travellers.

Following an extensive renovation the Inn on Wood Lake continues is fine reputation as one of the premier accommodations in the Midwest. Offering five distinct rooms types including the spacious and lavish Woodlake Suite, there is something to suit all tastes and no matter which room you opt for you will find yourself in supreme levels of opulence and comfort. Each guestroom features luxurious furnishings and all the modern conveniences you would expect from a top class hotel including 42 inch plasma HD TVs; perfect for a night in with a bottle of wine and a movie.

Whistling Straits

Kohler
Wisconsin

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Milwaukee General Mitchell International Airport

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