The Amelia River Club
Aerial view from The Amelia River Club.
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4.5
1583 Reviews (1583)
5 Stars
915
4 Stars
542
3 Stars
91
2 Stars
22
1 Stars
13
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
92.8%
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1499 out of 1583 reviews
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4.3
64 Reviews (64)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
7
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2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
89.1%
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57 out of 64 reviews
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4.4
95 Reviews (95)
5 Stars
50
4 Stars
34
3 Stars
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Conditions
4.2
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
89.5%
Recommend this course
85 out of 95 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and well-maintained conditions make this Amelia Island course a consistent favorite among recent players. The thoughtful layout, quality amenities, and smooth pace of play deliver strong value for golfers visiting the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6878 yards
Slope 139
Rating 74.0

The Amelia River Club is located on Amelia Island, just north of Jacksonville and within minutes of the historic town of Fernandina Beach. Renowned as one of the best-conditioned courses in the area with incredibly smooth greens, sculpted around a forest of majestic Live Oaks, Sable Palms, Pines and Wax Myrtles.

This par 72 track, designed by Tom Jackson, plays to a yardage of 6,878 from the back tees. It's pristine condition features well manicured rolling fairways, smooth bunkers and greens that challenge all skill levels. This course is unique in character and is a treat to play.

The Amelia River consists of 18 holes of challenging golf where ball control and accuracy are keys to a great game. The fairways are wide and open, giving the golfer a sense of a traditional Scottish links course on some holes and a narrow tree lined experience on others. The 13th hole is a good example of the course’s challenges. This long par five runs along the border of the Fernandina Beach Airport and is a strategic three shot hole. Too long and left at lay up and you will have to deal with a water hazard. The wind can play havoc with this hole as it reminds one of an open links style design. In contrast #9 is a tree lined par four with very little room for error and includes a forced carry over Alligator Creek.

The signature 17th hole is a par three surrounded by water demanding an accurate shot to the island green which closely resembles another very famous golf hole in our area! The final hole ends at the edge of the Amelia River and its expansive tidal marsh.

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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Jackson (2000)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

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Reviews

4.5
1583 Reviews (1583)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 19
Watching the Game 10
Brunch 9
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 28
Forced Carries 23
Bunkers 22
This course/club is great for:
Locals 20
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 20
Advanced Golfers 18
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 30
Near the Airport 15
Convenient to the City 14

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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great shape

Fairways and greens in great shape. Love the layout. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 14
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3.0
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Previously Played

Slow play is only the beginning

I know ow it was a holiday weekend, but for what they charge, they should have a ranger. We were a foursome following a three some and we waited on every shot. The fairways were in terrible shape and the rough was thing weeds but mostly dirt and sand. The beer cart girl had the personality of an apple core turning brown. We paid $69 for nine holes. $39 would have been a lot for this experience.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Reviews 4
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Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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Reviews 1
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Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Halfway house

Clubhouse food and beverage area is not organized and setup to handle golfers making the turn. Very slow service. No pre-made food options. And $12 for a plain hotdog with no condiments included is a ripoff. Final insult was staff accusing our group of slow play. Our foursome played 9 holes in 2 hours. We were only late for back nine because the food service was so slow. Do yourself a favor and bring your own refreshments

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 55
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great gem in Amelia if you find a GN tee price

Great course. In excellent condition. A few tee boxes needed some work and were sanded but overall the greens were in excellent shape. Fairways were perfect. Note: bring your gnat spray. They were awful. Normally it has some wind to help with that, but not the day we played. I love this course, but you have to find a GolfNow tee time price to make it worth playing. Prices of Amelia courses have gone up ever since the Omni took over Oak Marsh and remodeled it. Love the course but it’s still not worth $100+ green fees. But a GolfNow price is worth it if you find it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good Course

Amelia River is always a favorite when I’m in town. The course is playable and forgiving for an average golfer. The course is usually very well maintained, but perhaps I caught it during a cycle of maintenance. The fairways and greens were not the pristine shape that I remembered from previous years. While I've seen the course in better shape, I will certainly be back. The staff and off-course amenities are excellent.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great experience

We both were extremely pleased with the course conditions, in late May and the layout. We’d certainly enjoy playing again on our next visit to Fernandino beach.

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

Try not to pay the full price

It is a wonderful 18 hole golf course. Generous fairways and large greens. It has an interesting layout, that is challenging. I was paired with other players, that were very delightful to play with. Pace of play was above average. Golf carts were very nice with comfortable seats and GPS.

I couldn't consider this course to be a premium course. Try to find a deal, then play. I am certain you will have a great time.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Coastal Ga course

Great option for island coastal play. Course condition 7/10 and staff more than accommodating.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Going downhill (even without hills!)

So disappointed in this third time out on Amelia River. It's been a destination for us when we travel down to Georgia's Gold Coast. Even the first visit, at $150, was taken without too much pain as we played the pristine fairways and greens. This time, however, even with the "hot deal" of $130, we paid about 3 x too much. Dry, spotty fairways. Chewed up tee boxes. Chunky remnants of aerated greens (which should have dropped the price). Worn-out holes long past their replacement time. And slow, slow, slow. Time to pick a new first-day spot.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice layout, good conditions

Two price tiers.... in state and out of state is bit overkill for a public course. Perhaps give t time preference to local residents.

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