Baytowne at Sandestin Resort
A view of a fairway at Baytowne from Sandestin Resort
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3.7
2146 Reviews (2146)
5 Stars
717
4 Stars
886
3 Stars
326
2 Stars
134
1 Stars
83
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.5
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.8
72.3%
Recommend this course
1733 out of 2146 reviews
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3.9
79 Reviews (79)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.8
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
78.5%
Recommend this course
62 out of 79 reviews
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Avg Rating
3.9
113 Reviews (113)
5 Stars
40
4 Stars
38
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.6
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
74.3%
Recommend this course
84 out of 113 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high marks for its challenging and scenic design, with beautiful landscapes enhancing the overall round. Friendly, attentive staff and a smooth pace of play make for a welcoming experience from start to finish.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6804 yards
Slope 138
Rating 73.2

Baytowne Golf Club at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort is routed from the beach to the bay, providing stunning views along the way. The course rolls across the few elevation changes that the area has to offer. Although it opened in 1984, the golf course didn't reach its peak until it underwent extensive renovation in 2005, which were carried out by the original designer, Tom Jackson. The layout features rolling fairways lined with mature pines that are generous and times but can be tight when you least expect it. The large, undulating greens can also play faster than what you might be expecting. Water, which comes into play on 12 holes, is a prominent feature of Baytowne Golf Club as are the numerous bunkers strategically placed throughout.

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Course Details

Year Built 1986
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tifdwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Jackson (1986) Tom Jackson (2005)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No Denim, Collared Shirt and Bermuda Shorts Required

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities, Spa

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis
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Reviews

3.7
2146 Reviews (2146)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 18
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 52
Bunkers 46
Undulating Greens 17
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 22
Advanced Golfers 22
Playing Multiple Courses 21
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 46
Near Local Attractions 27
Convenient to the City 23

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Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
First Time Playing

This course way over charges for what it is

Course convictions are awful, terrible greens, terrible bunkers, paying way to much for what course is like

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Response from on 08/03/2026:
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear your experience didn't meet expectations. We value all guest feedback and will use your comments to help us improve moving forward.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Greens were bad

Greens were not well kept and almost impossible to play. Very hairy. Staff was nice though. Should not be able to charge full price considering the green conditions.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Bad choice

On vacation and played Baytown because it was the only last minute morning tee time I could find.Should have stayed with the fam on the brace. That’s how disappointing it was. I was told at the pro shop that greens were bad but not until I had already committed to play. The other 3 San Destin courses are almost always in great shape so there is obviously less attention given to this one. Plan ahead and play somewhere else.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Very good layout

The course layout is very good. The greens are very furry and do not give a good roll or consistency.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice course, fun layout

The course is nice. Well manicured fairways and rough. Narrow fairways (for me) made it a good challenge.

The primary drawback was the range closure due to rain and the greens were very slow. The grass was long on the greens and need to be rolled. Each stroke on the putting surface felt like playing pinball.

I'd loke to try again after the greens are cut. Im told that the Raven course was playing very well.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

First time at Legacy

The staff at the driving range was phenomenal. I stopped there first because it's set apart from the course and I wanted to warm up. He explained how everything worked - where to check in and that the round came with practice balls. Unfortunately the range is short, so no woods allowed. Plan accordingly.

The course layout and fairways were great and I think I would have enjoyed the round thoroughly if the greens weren't in such disrepair. For the price, I was very disappointed. Baytowne in Sandestin was the same price and significantly better quality.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The greens were terrible!!

The fairways and layout was good,

But the greens were terrible!! It looked

Like they cut the greens with a weed eater,

And they weee so slow. Will never play

baytown course again.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 07/17/2026:
We're disappointed to hear that your visit fell short of what you expected. Providing a positive experience for every guest is important to us, and we appreciate you bringing your concerns to our attention.
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Terrible Greens

The fairways and bunkers were in good shape but the greens were terrible.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 07/17/2026:
We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. We're sorry your visit didn't fully meet expectations, and we're committed to making improvements that create a better experience for future rounds.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Baytowne in July

Played with my grandson. We were paired with a nice couple from St Louis, who encouraged grandson through good shots and a few mulligans.

Course fairways were great, greens were green but a little bumpy. Staff we interacted with were friendly. Layout crossing Hwy 98 (tunnel to cross) was interesting getting us near the beach. Lots of water and sand traps, but course was fair. Played at our pace without pressure. Enjoyed our round despite waiting out a thunderstorm.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Response from on 07/14/2026:
Thank you for the five-star review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate you choosing to spend your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Baytowne_2026

Challenging and a fun course. And the fairway was decent. The only downside was the condition of the greens on many holes. I would play there again.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course, but greens are in bad shape

Courses was great to play but the greens were not in good shape. Also, has no water available on the course.

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

Great course; needs new greens

Great course and pro shop, range, etc. everything was in super condition except the greens were really slow and bumpy making it hard to judge the round

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Pace Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Baytowne

Course was in good shape overall, but the greens were longer than normal and putting was extremely slow. Bunkers also needed attention, the sand was packed down petty hard. Overall the course was in good shape though. Staff was very friendly and helpful, great experience.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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