History: A short course originally existed on the French Lick Resort grounds in the early 1900s. What’s old is new again at this brand-new 9-hole course where golfers of all levels can experience the game in a completely different way.
Sand Creek is a true short course with holes ranging between 35 and 90 yards. Playable in 75 minutes, it’s friendly for novice golfers, families and social groups. Serious golfers will also love it for the hole-in-one potential and miniature elements borrowed from the resort’s two championship courses, such as the Pete Dye volcano bunkers and contours of the Donald Ross greens. A food truck, music, and lighting for late-night play will add to the laid-back vibe of this year-round course.
Location: Behind French Lick Springs Hotel and French Lick Casino, adjacent to the Valley Links Course and driving range.
Opening Date: Spring 2025
History: This recreation hall on the West Baden Springs Hotel grounds first opened to guests on Christmas Day in 1917. Almost 107 years later — again with a grand debut during the holiday season — we’re reviving this historic building for its original use.
After sitting vacant and being unused for at least 50 years, the Billiard & Bowling Pavilion is coming back to life with a six-lane bowling alley and pool tables. A pizzeria and bar will add to the fun and games, making this an ideal late-night hangout during your stay at West Baden Springs Hotel.
Location: In the gardens along the back brick drive to the hotel.
Opening Date: Winter 2024-25
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History: Another phase has been completed in the ongoing repairs from a severe hailstorm in June 2023.
The first phase was finished in spring 2024 when 12,000 square feet of glass panels were replaced atop the hotel’s world-famous dome. In August 2024, work wrapped up on replacing shingles and clay tiles to mark the finish line of all the dome and roof repairs.
The next step is repairing each of the hotel’s cupolas. Refurbishing, washing and painting each cupola takes about one month. That work is expected to be completed in late 2024. After repairs are completed on the hotel’s exterior, the final step will be replacing carpet in the atrium.
Project Completion Date: The final touches are expected to be complete in January or February 2025. Stay tuned, because we plan to celebrate this latest rebirth of West Baden Springs Hotel in grand fashion.
History: After a change of location and a modern facelift, this historic barn is open and ready to accommodate larger group functions.
The barn was believed to be constructed in the mid-1800s and originally located on private property near Springville, Indiana, about 40 miles away in Lawrence County. French Lick Resort undertook it as yet another restoration effort. It was disassembled and pieces of the original were used in the construction of our new Event Barn, which can host up to 250 guests for lunches and dinners, receptions, meetings and other group events.
Located alongside the horse barns and the outdoor Stables Pavilion, the Event Barn offers another beautiful event setting with spectacular views to watch a sunset or simply take in the peaceful countryside.
Location: The Stables at French Lick Resort, near West Baden Springs Hotel
Now Open: Contact our Group Sales Department at (866) 706-4354 to plan your next event at our new Event Barn at The Stables.
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