Talamore Golf Resort: #18
View from the 18th tee at Talamore Golf Resort
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4.5
730 Reviews (730)
5 Stars
467
4 Stars
190
3 Stars
47
2 Stars
13
1 Stars
13
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
89.9%
Recommend this course
677 out of 730 reviews
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4.3
24 Reviews (24)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.5%
Recommend this course
21 out of 24 reviews
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4.4
44 Reviews (44)
5 Stars
27
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.5
86.4%
Recommend this course
38 out of 44 reviews
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Course Highlights
Talamore's course layout and conditions consistently impress, with quick, true-rolling greens and well-maintained fairways from tee to green. Friendly staff, a well-stocked pro shop, and a fun llama pen make this a Pinehurst-area must-play.

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 71
Length 6840 yards
Slope 132
Rating 72.4

Resort Course at Talamore Golf Resort is a Rees Jones masterpiece that was nominated as "Best New Public Course of the Year" when opened and has become a regular stop for annual returnees to Pinehurst.

The centuries-old tradition of using llamas to help humans carry packs has been revived with a new twist at Talamore. These gentle, hardy animals can carry two bags of clubs with ease and sure-footedness. Their soft padded feet are kind to the delicate surfaces of a golf course. Known for their friendly and quiet manners, llamas make the perfect caddies. Now you can treat yourself and your friends to a truly distinctive golf experience.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Champion Bermuda Grass
Greens Champion Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Rees Jones (1991) Greg Muirhead (1991) Shapemasters (2016)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker No
Golf Simulator No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
730 Reviews (730)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
19th Hole Scenic Views 8
Watching the Game 8
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 38
Elevation Changes 38
Forced Carries 25
This course/club is great for:
Locals 24
A Weekend Splurge 20
Advanced Golfers 20
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 23
Worth the Drive 23
At a Resort 16

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Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyed the round.

Overall a very good day on the course. Greens were a little tricky but fair. First cut of rough was wide and very deep. Some drives went just in the fringe and the ball disappeared from view. Lost 1 ball completely. On 18 while putting I noticed a young man cleaning my clubs and this may be a customary thing, but I wish he would have asked first without feeling obligated to tip for services not needed. Still I had fun.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Slow green

Soft and slow green was disappointed.
The courses are interested with up and down.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Tough course

Moderate speed green,but course is very tough.
Not different Pinehurst with good mean.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Decent course but needs a bit of attention

The starter was incredibly friendly and helpful, which made for a nice start to our day. We were disappointed with the condition of the roughs - many we very high and those that were mowed had all the grass scraps sitting there still, which made it difficult to find our ball. Greens were fair.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Just a unbelievable great deal. Great layout ... upscale.

Played Talamore on 9/6 for an unbelievable Golfnow rate of $21. The greens were punched a week or two before, but rolling well. Just a great layout, no two holes were the same. Fantasic contours to the fairways. A challenge but not unfair. Unique feature is not OB ... free drop from any residential area. I've played most of the upscale courses in the Pinehurst area ... this is a must play for your next visit.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice Course, Played quickly, Had just been aerated

The course had a nice layout. The staff were very nice and gave me a great deal on the course. That was because they had just aerated it. The green's, fairways, and tee boxes were pretty rough. I played with my wife and she shot the best score of her life on this course. I would like to play the course again when the course was in better condition. We did play fast because there weren't many people on the course because of the aeration.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent Choice adn Great Value for the Money

The course was in tip top shape as it usually is. The course played at just under four hours with 90 degree cart rule even with lots of rain recently. The fairways were in great shape as was the greens, but rolled a little slower than I remembered. I will go back and play this course again and again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

enjoyable golf course

This is a very pleasant and enjoyable golf course that is usually in good condition with very good greens

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

The course has a great hole layout.

The 18 hole layout and scenery is great, however, the tee boxes and greens are substandard for a supposed quality course. Also, there are a number of holes that are cart path only and it slows down play if you happen to be on the wrong side of the path. The llamas pen on the 14th or 15th tee box is interesting and quite a sight.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 08/25/2013

Stay in Naples, Florida. It sounds to me like you have been in the sun too long

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A Nice Golf Day

Great Course, Great Layout & Challenging Holes & in Great Shape!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The course is beautiful and challenging.

Beautiful course and after you get past the 1st hole it becomees a lot more enjoyable. The length of the first hole was very intimidating.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best course around!!

Beautiful golf course. Everything was in great shape and this course is by far the nicest I've played. I will definitely be back as much as possible. GolfNow's rate is unbelievable!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

One of the best

Talamore is on most top lists for a reason. Excellent course, excellent conditions. Lots of elevation changes, grain matters, fairway bunkers are 3 things of note---and they are part of the character of the course. Great scenic, if intimidating, finishing hole. At GolfNow prices, this is another steal!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very good shot making holes

The course was in good shape and played great!Must play
!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course is in great shape !!

Considering the amount of rain the course has had to deal with this summer, it is in great shape, especially the greens !
Will absolutely be playing Talamore again and will bring friends..

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The greens are in excellent shape

My experience at Talamore was by far the best day of golf I have ever experienced . From the moment we pulled up to the bag drop to the moment we returned our cart ,nothing but A+ service from the staff . Can't say enough about how friendly and professional the staff at Talamore are . The Course was in great shape as were the greens . If you ever find yourself in the sandhills I would highly recommend Talamore Golf Club . Enjoyed it so much we replayed 18 and made a day of it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

course in great shape

Best the greens have looked in years.Course was wet but very playable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course is in great condition

Was surprised the couse was not busy for a sunday. People are missing out on a great couse with alot of different options.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Layout

I played Talamore with my wife. I think Talamore deserves a Mulligan in this case. We have had some tremendous amounts of rain and I believe this was reflecting the poor course conditions. But, I am doing this review based on what the course was like when we played. The fairways haven't been mowed in awhile, it was like hitting out of the rough. I'm certain that's because they could not cut them due to the wetness. The tee boxes were mixed, some were in good shape but others needed attention. The greens were in pretty good shape , a little on the slow side. The course has a great layout and is challenging. The first is a wicked par 5-600+ yards, I played the Blue Tees. And the last 4 holes were difficult finishing holes. I wish this course would have been in good condition because it has great potential. I hope to come back when its dry. One other thing, my wife loved the Llama's off the 14th tee box. Overall, I would really like to play this course again under better conditions.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Pinehurst Favorite

This is my group's 12th year to Pinehurst, having played Talamore every year. Since we stay in the on site condos, it has become our final day course. This course is always in great shape and this year was no exception. The greens were in perfect shape and the fairways were plush. Talamore has become my favorite Pinehurst course. It is not the most challenging nor the most picturesque, but it is a great test of your ability from any tees and always pristine. Put it on your must play list.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Talamore Golf Resort Stay & Play Package

FROM $137 (USD)
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