“This is not a design project inspired by the lido. Our aim is to restore the lido.”
SITE DETAILS
Par 72
Restoration Architects - Tom Doak and Brian Schneider of Rennaisance Golf
Member Opening Date - May 15, 2023
Resort Play Opening Date - June 28, 2023
A faithful re-creation of the original course.
Restoration Architect
Tom Doak
Doak’s Dream Golf Courses -
2001 Pacific Dunes
2010 Old Macdonald
Golf Historian
Peter Flory
Personal Background -
Peter Flory, an amateur golf historian, spent three years researching the original Lido golf course and has assembled the most comprehensive collection of historical information and photos. He used that info to re-create The Lido in a 3D digital model and has contributed his research to Tom Doak and the Keiser brothers to support the project.
FAQ
Basic Facts:
Who was the original Lido architect?
• Charles Blair Macdonald.
Is The Lido accessible to the public or resort guests?
• The Lido course has limited availability to Sand Valley resort guests only from Sunday through Thursday.
Where is The Lido located?
• The site for The Lido is located on 850 acres adjacent to Sand Valley.
Can I book tee times for The Lido now?
• Tee times are available through the 2025 golf season. Caddies are required for all rounds. Please contact our Reservations Team to book your trip or to learn more.
Historical Background:
What is The Lido?
• The Lido Golf Club was designed by C.B. Macdonald on the shores of Long Island and opened in 1917. It was considered by many golf historians as one of the greatest golf courses ever created, before it was demolished by the U.S. Navy during World War II. Michael and Chris Keiser are committed to restoring The Lido course to its original form on a site in central Wisconsin.
How are you able to restore The Lido to its original form?
• Peter Flory, a competitive hickory golfer with an appreciation for lost golf courses, has done extensive research on The Lido and assembled the most comprehensive collection of historical information and photos. He has graciously shared his research with Tom Doak, Michael, and Chris Keiser to support the project.
“A Wonder of which will never fade.”