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3.5
947 Reviews (947)
5 Stars
245
4 Stars
437
3 Stars
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2 Stars
80
1 Stars
37
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.7
70.6%
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792 out of 947 reviews
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4.2
13 Reviews (13)
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Conditions
3.9
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.6
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.4
100.0%
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13 out of 13 reviews
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3.3
42 Reviews (42)
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Conditions
3.0
Value
3.6
Layout
3.9
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.1
69.0%
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29 out of 42 reviews
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Course Highlights
The challenging layout features water-lined greens, rolling hills, and mounds that deliver a distinctive low country golfing experience. Consistently friendly staff and smooth pace of play make this course an outstanding value in the Charleston area.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6905 yards
Slope 138
Rating 73.9

The 18 semi-private holes at Pine Forest wind through the tall Summerville pines with numerous live oaks, dogwoods and a lake system thrown in for good measure. With an equal balance of straightaways, doglegs and elevation changes, this course is nicely balanced, with challenges and fun in store for golfers of all levels. Rental clubs and electric carts are available.

At 6,905 yards with a 138-slope rating, Pine Forest lives up to its name, as the course has numerous barriers of tall Summerville pines to cause problems for an errant shot. The Bob Spence design also makes use of water to add to the difficulty of some holes. It's a semi-private course, and they've named each hole, with No. 12 being known as "Little Augusta" while No. 15 is "Wastelands."

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Course Details

Year Built 1992
Fairways 328 Bermuda
Greens Tifdwarf Bermuda
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bob Spence

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 School/Academy Yes
Golf Simulator No
Teaching Pro Yes
Practice Hole No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis
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Reviews

3.5
947 Reviews (947)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 43
Patio Dining 16
Watching the Game 14
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 84
Undulating Greens 52
Bunkers 49
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 59
Locals 53
Seniors 24
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 47
In the 'Burbs 42
Convenient to the City 26

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Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course great rates

Course is in great shape. The rates are great As well.

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 09/09/2016

Hi nilob77,

We are so glad you gave us a 5 star review! We love to hear that you think the course is in great shape and the rates are great!

We hope to see you back soon.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Enjoyed

Challenging. Greens we're a bit slow but consistent

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 09/09/2016

Hi Kenneth8501823,

Thank you for the review! We are glad the course was challenging for you and the greens were consistent.

Hope to see you soon!

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

Greens, fairways and tees in good shape. Layout nice! Fairways pretty wide. Houses/OB a little too close on some holes. Cart paths have too many tree roots. Grass around sides and back of greens too long making it difficult to find your ball at times. Staff very friendly and accommodating!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 09/09/2016

Hi BigRichard,

Thank you for the review! We are glad you had a great time on the course. Thank you for visiting us!

We hope to see you back soon.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great course

Great course, friendly staff and great greens.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 09/09/2016

Hi u000007114213,

Thank you for the review! We are so glad you liked the course and the staff was great! We love providing great customer service.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course layout is excellent and challenging , gr

Good, challenging, fun course. The staff is very accommodating . Bo , the head pro, is chuck full of good tips and will give Help when asked.. He is a Great teacher, knowledgable , patient and encouraging.....

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/08/2016

Hi dianenoll,

Thank you for the review! We love to hear that you enjoy Bo as much as we do! He is great! #BoThePro

We hope to see you soon!

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Pine Forest

Course plays long and is challenging. Greens are in tough shape.

Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/08/2016

Hi dheidenberg,

Thank you for the review! We are gad you find the layout challenging. We hope you will give the greens another chance soon!

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Layout, Greens are in Rough Shape

Very nice course. Good layout with lots of water. The greens were in pretty rough shape but did roll fairly well. Fairways were nice, but watch the Bermuda rough, easy to lose a ball in it. Overall we had a great time and will be back.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/08/2016

Hi Kbruch,

Thank you for the review! We are glad you hear you like that course layout. We can wait to host you again! Remember, to book online for the best rate.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good layout

I really liked the course, especially the lstout. Only problem, greens weren't in great shape. Hopefully they get better as the year goes on

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/08/2016

Hi Jim7481066,

Thank you for the review! We are glad you hear you like that course layout. We appreciate your feedback as well. Hope to see you back soon!

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Lot of water, rough greens.

Challenging because if all the water. The greens and fairway were in rough shape. Not a bad price for the course. The staff was very nice and play was very well paced. Very good hot dogs, beer was $3.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/01/2016

Thanks for the review. We are sorry to hear that the conditions of our course were not up to the usual standard. We will take your feedback and use it to improve! Hope to see you again.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging course for an average golfer

I enjoy playing this course it's a beautiful setting. It's a lot of water along the sides of the course . The 10th hole is challenging with A stream going across the course in two locations. The greens still needed work when I played there last . Overall I do enjoy playing on this course .

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 05/24/2016

Hi Lmarkadams,

Thank you for the review! We are glad you hear you like that course and find it beautiful! We hope to see you back soon.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Poor weather
Used cart

Rained Out

Course is in fair condition. Parts of some greens where lost this winter. We were rained out as we made the turn. The course is very enjoyable to play.

Difficult , but fair.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 05/20/2016

uEVXE2530EV,

We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you had an enjoyable experience at Pine Forest. Please come back and play again soon.

Best,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Waste of time. Quit after 9

Tees and course so dry couldn't put a tee in the ground. Greens were in awful shape

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Amenities Poor
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 05/20/2016

u000005998434,

We are terribly sorry to hear that your experience at Pine Forest was not up to par. Your feedback is important to us and we will consider it at all lengths. Thank you for the review.

Best,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Suppository car paths

Good layout. Car paths bad. Greens terrible, especially the front nine I may play it again if the greens get better.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 05/20/2016

u00000987636,

We are so sorry to hear that your experience didn't exceed your expectations. However, we hope that you do decide to come back and play another round, as we are constantly trying to improve our course conditions. Thank you for your feedback.

Best,

The Club at Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Good Game

Above average course. Good for the money. Had a league playing in front of me on Monday so a little slow. The greens are in rough condition. lot of mixed grasses and dirt areas in greens. lot of mounds on greens so putting is a challenge. If you like flat greens dont go. But reminds me a lot of Augusta National in presentation and beauty.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 05/11/2016

Hi glsullivan201,

Thank you for the great review! We are so glad you liked the course and felt it was a good value. We hope you will come back to "Little Augusta" again.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Best around

Course was is great condition. fairways and greens were short and firm. When I'm down in Charleston this is a must play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 05/11/2016

Hi Crzy50,

Thank you for the great review! We are so glad we are your must-play course! Hope to see you back soon.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Good layout and staff - but poor course conditions

We booked 18 holes with cart for a very low twilight price. While the staff were good, and the layout seems like it would be a solid course, the conditions of the course left us disappointed overall. Fairways and tee boxes were extremely baked dry...so dry we were breaking tees trying to get them into the ground. The greens were extremely patchy with putts going off-line and/or losing speed on more than half the greens due to the inconsistent rolls. I'd love to play it again if I knew it was going to be in decent shape, but even a low price isn't worth it when the greens are this rough.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 05/11/2016

Hi dreiersm,

Thank you for the great review. We are very sorry that you felt the conditions were not ideal. We hope you will come out again to give the course another shot.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

High tees- Well placed water

The back side has lots of water, but well placed. Once you get past #10 &#11, the ponds add beauty and don't eat "Titleists".

I really enjoyed the high tees. They made me feel like I could drive 380 yards.

Loved the course. Good value. I'll be back very soon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 04/26/2016

Hi u434573292,

Thank you for the great review! We love to hear that you liked the high tees and you felt you can drive better.

We can not wait to have you back!

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great fairways

The fairways are in terrific shape. Fortune for the year the greens and the Teebox just need a little bit of work.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 04/26/2016

Hi hbbcoach,

Thank you for the great review! We are always grateful. We love to see locals on the course! We are glad you think the fairways are in great shape.

Hope to see you back soon!

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Layout poor greens

I have always loved the course layout. If this golf course had just average greens I would play it all the time. The greens were so bad it just killed the round. What makes it worse is that the pro shop guy said that they don't look good but they roll great. WOW! Not even close. I would not send any of my friends to play it with greens in this condition.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 04/14/2016

Hi u000007416679,

Thank you for your feedback. We are very glad that you like the layout of the course. We are very sorry about the greens and that you did not think they rolled well.

We would love to see you come back out soon and experience the greens again.

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Bring your A game

Tough but fair course. Some hidden water hazards, yardage book came in handy. Greens were a little bumpy but held their line if you putted firmly. Had a great time with my son. Shout out to Chip and Tim, whom we were paired with. Friendly pro shop, snack bar, and cart girl staff. Good value.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 04/14/2016

Hi John6815181,

Thank you for the awesome review! We love to hear you had a great time with your son and who we paired you with.

We hope to see you back soon!

Best Wishes,

Pine Forest Management

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