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Oyster Bay Golf Links

614 Lakeshore Dr. , Sunset Beach, North Carolina 28459
(910) 579-3528
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238 Reviews
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About

Oyster Bay Golf Links, in Sunset Beach near Calabash, N.C., opened in 1983, a precursor to the Grand Strand's first true, golf course building boom.

Oyster Bay Golf Links, another classic creation by Developer Larry Young and Architect Dan Maples, is a rare blend of the various philosophies of golf course architecture.

Oyster Bay is one of the most beautiful and diversified courses to be found anywhere. It is located in Sunset Beach, NC just minutes North of its predecessor, Marsh Harbour.

"The real story is that Oyster Bay is still one of the must-plays of Myrtle Beach," a TravelGolf.com reviewer said. "The haunting layout on the shores of Twin Lakes has a collection of holes that are as well-conceived and scenery-soaked as any in the Grand Strand."

The par-70 course is just under 6,700 yards and has two island green par 3s. The course does show some signs of its age, including the clubhouse, the range with its beat-up ball machine, and the greens are old-fashioned Bermuda known for being slow.

Holes 18
Par 70
Length 6685 yds
Rating 72.1
Slope 136
Type Public
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Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Year Built 1983
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Dan Maples (1983)
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3.9
3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 238 reviews
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  • Conditions
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  • Value
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  • Layout
    4.6
  • Friendliness
    4.5
  • Pace
    3.7
  • Amenities
    3.7
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Course Highlights
Dan Maples' design delivers a visually striking layout with water features, marshes, and abundant wildlife woven throughout both nines. Friendly and attentive staff consistently enhance the experience for golfers of all skill levels.

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luckyirishman
Reviews 6
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u000004129676
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Oyster Bay has lost its shine

Pace of play was slow and no Marshall to push the slow golfers. No ball washers on course or carts. Very few rakes so some traps were not raked. Course was in decent condition but not worth what they are charging.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 4.0
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u677239461
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

not worth what we paid

course conditions are rough.....and not what we expected for 132 per person

greens were okay.....but tee decks, fairways way too shaggy.....and bunkers were appalling....cart paths are easily 10 years past having to be re done

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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David6793468
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Very good course; pins a little unfair

I loved Oyster Bay, with the exception of a few pin placements. Right off the bat, #1 was almost impossible. There are just some places where the greens are sloped too much to place a pin, and they chose these places about 6-7 times. Other than that, very good course, and good value.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u468180956
Reviews 41
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u000007433036
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Slow play! Great value

Likes everything about the course except for slow play. Front 9 went smooth but coming off 9 to 10, there was. A 3 group back up. 20 minutes to hit again. Then all through the back 9 there were jammed up tee boxes. Enjoyed the course, didn’t enjoy the 10-15-20 min wait on holes on the back.

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
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PerceRockets
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Course is going downhill.

Oyster Bay was a nice course at one time, but is currently in poor repair. Cart paths are terrible. Bunkers are worse. Hopefully current owners sell to new owners that are interested in reviving this course to its full potential.

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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Difficulty 3.0
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dohrenwend
Reviews 43
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Gator s On the green..

Yes gators were plenty on back 9. They were still but added to the challenge. Good conditions for spring time. Few bare spots on fairways. Greens and tees were good. Carts are dated gas powered tugs - adequate . Many islands holes and lots of water hazards. Bunkers were packed down.

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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EarlCowley
Reviews 38
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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zitahourihan
Reviews 51
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Over Priced

Enjoyed the course but cart path was so deplorable that your back ached because of the rough drive! Unfortunately, the condition of the cart path really down graded the entire course. Gas carts & no cart GPS make this course overpriced.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Whoojay
Reviews 19
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 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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twodogs213
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Just don’t do it

Very poor shape Very surprised how bad this course has got

No where close what if use to be

Needs a lot of maintenance and up keep

So sad

Please don’t do it

1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 1.0
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u086733698
Reviews 19
Skill Advanced
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 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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akevin
Reviews 6
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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scottwatts
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

MUST PLAY!!

Well worth it. Lot's of water and Gators! Great looking holes and well maintained.

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 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Golferdude14
Reviews 4
Handicap 0-4
Plays A few times a week
Played
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 1.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Randy8567770
Reviews 17
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

One of our must play courses

My wife and I play this course every time we visit the Myrtle Beach area. It is a very scenic layout. The holes are very fair for all levels of golfers. The staff were very friendly.

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 4.0
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uYBOS9378YB
Reviews 22
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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uKj295FZ8mSUVNE3Qpes
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Great course,Very poorly maintained-a real shame

Great course in Extreme need of repair ,cart paths have degraded even more,to the point of dangerous(sooner or later,someone will be injured.Oh and throwing sand on asphalt does not fix the problem..

Breakfast and lunch menu is a joke and also needs to addressed.

From what it once was , to now is a real Shame !

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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u314164668409
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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