In 1908, when R.W. Nelson arrived at the Westfield train station, he had no idea he would become a part of golf history. He moved onto a huge parcel of land in Scotch Plains, and in 1916, hired renowned architect Albert Tillinghast to design a golf course.
Since then, Shackamaxon Country Club has been a staple in the town. When it was acquired by Heritage Golf Group in 2020, it truly became a world-class venue for playing golf, swimming, celebrating happy occasions, and holding corporate events.
Many upgrades have taken place in the last few years. The ballroom, which can hold up to 325 guests with a dance floor, and the more intimate “Living Room” with its original fireplace, were renovated in 2022, as was the members’ grill, which has a beautiful deck overlooking the golf course.
“We run the gamut with events,” says Shackamaxon’s general manager, Dennis Wuyscik. “We host weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, social events, lifetime milestones and corporate events.” Membership is not required to reserve these spaces.
Membership does come with many privileges though, and there are five different options to choose from to fit your lifestyle and needs. Heritage Plus Members can play at any of its 38 golf courses around the country, including four in New Jersey.
There are also many fun offerings for children. “Recently, we had kids come in for a couple hours to paint pots and watch movies while their parents listened to live music in the grill,” he says.
Heritage is investing heavily in each of its clubs. “We have a young energetic department head staff and we're striving for excellence and improving every year,” says Dennis. “We’re constantly making the golf, food and service better.” These improvements came with no assessments, which is very rare in the world of country clubs.
To learn more about Shackamaxon Country Club and how becoming a member can enhance your and your family’s entertainment options, go to ShackamaxonCC.com.
“We host weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, social events, lifetime milestones and corporate events.”