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The Emerald Golf Club

5000 Clubhouse Dr, New Bern, North Carolina 28562, Craven County
(252) 633-4440
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4.6
514 Reviews
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Emerald GC: #16
A view of green #16 at Emerald Golf Club
Emerald GC: Practice area
A view of the putting green at Emerald Golf Club
Emerald GC: #3
A view of the 3rd hole at Emerald Golf Club
Emerald GC: #13
A view of the 13th green and faiway at Emerald Golf Club
Emerald GC: #14
A view of fairway #14 from green #13 at Emerald Golf Club

About

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6924 yds
Rating 74.0
Slope 136
Type Semi-Private
Course Layout
Tees
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Course scorecard and layout
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Golf School Academy
Teaching Pro
Putting Green

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming
Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis
Year Built 1988
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Rees Jones (1988) Greg Muirhead (1988)

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Rating Index
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4.6
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 514 reviews
97.1%
Recommend
514
Reviews
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  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    4.6
  • Value
    4.8
  • Layout
    4.7
  • Friendliness
    4.8
  • Pace
    4.4
  • Amenities
    4.4
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Course Highlights
The Emerald stands out in Eastern NC with a lush, challenging layout and consistently well-maintained fairways, greens, and tees. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding value make this course a top pick for returning golfers.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 8
Patio Dining 6
Course Challenges:
Water Hazards 18
Bunkers 15
Forced Carries 9
Best For:
Advanced Golfers 13
Locals 11
Seniors 11
Location is:
Convenient to the City 14
Worth the Drive 11
Near the Airport 6

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Golfer Reviews

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u2078053384
Reviews 43
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u2078053384
Reviews 43
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great day

Pace slowed a bit but, people play at different pace. Still finished less than 4 hours.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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u2078053384
Reviews 43
Recommended
Played

Well groomed

Course was great. Fast greens, manicured nice course.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Tracie1619523
Reviews 33
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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richard2626692
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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u2078053384
Reviews 43
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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rvalorose
Reviews 62
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Tracie1619523
Reviews 33
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Beautiful day

The fairways and greens are in good condition. The pace of play was good.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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harmonycenter
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

great staff

Tim has always taken great care of my group every time we go thank you

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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DJPA7
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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123456golf
Reviews 181
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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123456golf
Reviews 181
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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dbrisson
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
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cluckett
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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harmonycenter
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Awesome

Nice layout great shape, greens and fairways are awesome

Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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jroberts1
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Pleasantly Surprised

This course is well Hidden. I was surprised at all the hillsides and water hazards. It was well worth the money, and I can’t wait to play again.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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ryneaux
Reviews 13
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
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u094497953
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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Madmaxgolf
Reviews 7
Recommended
Played

Nice place

Course was good , I wouldn’t pay the 68 dollars but as a hot deal at 39 it was appropriate

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 1.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314163747142
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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