The word "Pleasant" means to be in harmony with your taste or likings. Usually used as a descriptor the word can label many thing, but when used as part of a golf course name it is a bold proclamation indeed.

The word takes on a different meaning; it evokes a certain level of expectation. And any course confident enough to makes such a statement would have to deliver on all fronts.

Luckily for the Pleasant Valley Golf Course in Chantilly Virginia it does just that. The enticing mixture of both scenic setting and good design creates a delectable golf experience that is conveniently located and open to public play for all to enjoy.

Once on the course your "pleasant" round starts with the first nine holes exuding a classic east coast design. Hardwood trees protecting against aggressive drives while the thicker cut of rough will challenge your ability to get up and down.

At the turn the design of the course changes. The 10th hole establishes a links course feel that is carried throughout the back nine. The open fairways are very enticing to let your driver loose.

But don't try to get to aggressive. Awaiting most of your approach shots are well-guarded greens and a variety of different water hazards requiring you think your way around the course. The course presents many different scoring opportunities and at the same time does keep over aggressive players in check with an assortment of pitfalls awaiting any errant shot.

Amigos favorite Hole:  The 329-yard Number 9 Par 4 was our choice of favorite at the Pleasant Valley Golf club.  One of the most scenic holes on the course the hole starts with a forced carry over a hazard to one of the narrowest and intimidating fairways anywhere on the course.

The longer hitter could take a shot at driving the green but it is not advisable.

The green is well bunkered so the smart play is to hit a high iron or fairway wood to the fairway. From there you should be left with a good second wedge or low iron to a green that is moderate in slope.