Post reply

Re: Reviews on Resorts: Clover Ridge (by Sheri K.):

adahiscout wrote:

traveler wrote:

Has anyone ever been to "Clover Ridge" resort in Panora Iowa? We have never been there and would like to sell it but would like to know a first hand "users" comment to pass on.

======= We made a last minute RCI exchange into Clover Ridge a few years ago when our deposit was about to expire--and we didn't want to drive to Texas. Only Studio units were available, but ours was quite roomy, could sleep 4, and had a partial kitchen. (Did not realize there was no oven till after buying the frozen pizza!) The place was clean and in good condition.

The buildings are single story in groups of two units which can either be used as two bedroom lock-offs or as a 1BR and a Studio. (Maybe they were 2BR & Studio. As I said, we were in the smaller part.) They are laid out along the single "ridge" road. We were not in view of Lake Panorama but it was a pleasant area. Lots of folks seem to come regularly. They brought their own golf carts!

There is an outdoor pool by the main building which is also the check-in, golf pro shop, and resturant (did not serve every day or every meal). You can also use the beach on Lake Panorama. Pontoon rides are available. However, golf does seem to be the main draw for this resort. Not being a golfer, I am not an expert judge of courses, but the prices were the most reasonable we have noticed anywhere. One would even dare bring a child to learn the game!

The town of Panora is small though it has some charming shops. The oddest thing when we were there was the shortage of food places that served in the evening. Most were breakfast and lunch only. There was a nice dinner place on the lake, but one might prefer to eat out during the day and cook in the unit at night.

Des Moines is reasonably close. The Living Farms there are definitely worth a day trip. The covered "Bridges of Madison County" of book and movie fame are also very real and in driving distance. John Wayne fans will enjoy visiting his birthplace in Winterset. County fairs were going on around the area when we were there.

All in all, this is a good family resort. Older folks might also appreciate the fact that climbing is not required. Adahi