Thanks for all the suggestions. On Friday, my brother and I played Hamilton Elks. We tried to book through Golf Now and nothing was available. I called the course directly as was declined as I'm not an Elk. I quick call to the pro at my home club who placed a call to the the course and we were on. $35 for 18. We played the Red and White, which are the Ross holes.
As discussed here, the course was in great shape, in spite of a tremendous rainstorm Thursday evening. We arrived at 8 a.m for our 8:20 tee time and we were the only people there. The very nice folks in the pro shop told no one else was on the course, and to tee off whenever we'd like. I enjoyed the course and playing golf with my brother (which happens much too infrequently). We never waited on a shot, and didn't even see anyone else other than grounds crew for most of the day.
Due to the rain the fairways were very soft, but in immaculate condition. I asked after the round how firm the course usually played and I'm not sure they knew what I was really asking. Based on the color I suspect the course is very well (over) watered. The greens, again softened by the rain, were in very good shape.
The course has a nice, intimate routing, at least within the two respective 9's. Shades of Ross are clearly evident though I suspect much of the original charm has been lost. The fairways are quite narrow, and generally tree-lined. The rough was very manageable, but trees did create issues. I rather liked the par 3's. I took a couple of pictures with my iPhone, and hopefully I'll get them uploaded and posted here.
Thanks for all for the input. If in the area I would say Hamilton Elks is definitely worth a play, and an excellent value.