The Savannahs GC: #8
Short part 3 over water, nicknamed the Alligator Trap.
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3.9
1026 Reviews (1026)
5 Stars
251
4 Stars
514
3 Stars
180
2 Stars
55
1 Stars
26
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.9
86.1%
Recommend this course
893 out of 1026 reviews
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4.0
73 Reviews (73)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
41
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.1
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
91.8%
Recommend this course
67 out of 73 reviews
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3.9
100 Reviews (100)
5 Stars
25
4 Stars
49
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.0
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
85.0%
Recommend this course
85 out of 100 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout earns consistent praise for its variety, with a tight front nine and more open back nine that tests every club. Staff friendliness stands out as a top strength, with welcoming employees enhancing the overall experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Woodland
Par 72
Length 6422 yards
Slope 124
Rating 71.4

Challenge the Savannahs. On the windward side of Merritt island lies one of the most unique golf courses on Florida's Space Coast. The 6,450 yard Gordon G. Lewis design winds through majestic hardwood forests, natural wetlands, and scenic lakes to reveal protected, undulated greens. Nine holes are framed by a natural savannah conservation area, bordered by hammocks with a high canopy of trees and coastal flatwoods. Water, in the form of natural wetlands and manmade lakes, comes into play on thirteen holes. The course boasts several unforgettable holes, such as the 525-yard, par 5 Signature 7th, regarded as one of the most challenging holes in Central Florida. This beautifully tight, typically southern course features six sets of tees, making play ideal for beginners and pros. The back tees are demanding even for the best of the best, while our new “Family Tees” are playable by anyone who wants to tee up. Prepare for your round by warming up on our practice facilities that include: unique aqua range, chipping and bunker area, and full-sized practice putting green. Look around during your visit, and you will notice nature's splendor on display. Our preserve features many water birds, birds of prey, reptiles, and low country mammals that make the savannahs their home. The fairways additionally offer a great view of the nearby Cape Canaveral rocket launches. Our southern plantation styled Clubhouse is a great place to start and end your day at The Savannahs. Inside you will find a golf shop, plus a bar and grill with great food and hospitality to match. Or, wander outside to the veranda overlooking the aqua range and golf course to catch the sunset.

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Course Details

Year Built 1989
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gordon G. Lewis (1989)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.9
1026 Reviews (1026)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 13
19th Hole Scenic Views 8
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 60
Narrow Fairways 37
Bunkers 30
This course/club is great for:
Locals 41
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 35
Advanced Golfers 23
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 31
In the 'Burbs 21
Convenient to the City 15

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Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem

A fabulous golf course located just south of Cape Canaveral. A challenging layout, very good shape, well maintained, Employees are very friendly and helpful for new golfers. Very much a recommended golf course if vacationing in the general area and well worth a few miles off the beaten path.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Downhill - Dog Track

I've been playing this course for 20 years. Haven't played since last year, and apparently this course is under new management. The title of my review contains the word "dogtrack" and it is certainly fitting for the shape this once nice course was in. Weeds on the greens, bunkers poorly maintained, bare spots galore, fairways brown and bad despite rain every day. If you can get a discount on Hot Deals and don't mind playing the worst course in the area, knock yourself out - BUT be warned that it is in terrible shape. Play somewhere else

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 142
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Former member

New owner is continuing to make some improvements. Course is in best shape in four years. I would join again if it was a little cheaper than the current rate.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Staff is Awesome, as always !!

Course leaves a lot to be desired, very eclectic design, interesting layout, Fairways and Tee Boxes were spotty at best and Greens were not in the best condition, often changing the way they played from Hole to Hole.

I do like the course, very challenging, especially only playing a few times a year, I’ll def give it another shot.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyable round

Enjoyable round, great pace of play. Challenging holes. Laid back Florida golf !

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Challenging layout

Friendly staff, found the course challenging, but enjoyed the layout. Reasonable rates.

Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nice layout - Staff Outstanding - Course was Dry

The layout was nice, price was right, no waiting the whole round, but the course like the rest of the area, could use some rain.

The greens were spotty, probably from being punched relatively recently and the no rain situation.

I like the course though and will be back.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 142
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Enjoyed the course

1st time playing the course. For the price I was very happy and the course is fair and not super hard. Actually, my first time playing in a year and a half so I was expecting to lose a lot of balls lololol, but only lost a few.

I was able to play alone which was important since I was knocking a lot of rust off.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice track bumpy greens

Recent greens aeration provides a bumpy slow inconsistent putting experience. Might be a week or two before they're consistent. . Fairways decent shape.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 58
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

NICE COURSE FOR THE MONEY

Had a fun round at the Space Coast Golf Club. Course has a great layout that presents some challenges with doglegs and carrr's over water. There is lots of wildlife around the course. The staff at the course are very friendly and accommodating. For Brevard County it is probably the best value for golfing.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Has potential but needs to work out the kinks

This course is getting ready to have the greens all aerated and sanded, layout of the holes keeps you from getting refreshments. Carr will notify you of the available snacks and drinks after hole 15… when your 6 holes over due. Fairways were kept clean but cart paths require 4mph driving and from the tire marks it looks like no one uses the concrete path and go straight through the grass.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 115
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Just okay

The greens were in good shape, but the rest of the course was just average.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course

Good course if you can get on for a decent price, just prepare for typically slower pace of play. Layout is fun with both challenging but risk-reward style holes. Lots of water. Only glaring problem is the ads they run on the carts every 10 seconds. Without the option to turn it off it’s quite irritating, I’m just trying to relax and play golf not listening to my cart chime every ten seconds with ad after ad.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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