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3.1
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.7
67.4%
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782 out of 937 reviews
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3.7
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3.9
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4.1
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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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3.5
937 Reviews (937)
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Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Challenging Course-Geen location is the key

I've played this course regularly over the last 15 years. I have always found the course challenging as I am a 20 handicap. The fairways are ample even if you are not the straightest hitter. The water does come into play on most of the holes but if you control your game, the water is easily avoidable. On several of the holes, I mishit, thinking I was in trouble, only to find out that I was not in a bad position with a decent follow up shot. The greens are the real challenge on this course. There are many multi-tiered greens and the key to scoring is where you position yourself on the green relative to the flag. It doesn't take a lot of course knowledge, you just need to think about where you need to be. My round was mostly pars and bogeys with birdies and doubles sprinkled in. The course condition was great, except due to the lack of rain, the track was hard. Really enjoyed the round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 08/18/2015

Hi kevlar10,

We are so glad you have been so loyal! Thank you. We are so glad you love the course and find it challenging.

We can not wait to have you back.

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Good condition

I play here on a regular basis but had not been here in five months. Earlier in the year the greens were in horrible condition. Now the greens are green. They are slow but roll nice.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 08/12/2015

Hi jfm341,

Thank you for the great review! We are so glad you play with us a lot. Thank you for coming back out again! We are so glad to hear our greens impressed you.

Can not wait to have you back.

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Used cart

Super Challenging, Fantastic for the Money!

I'm normally in the mid 80s, but not at Pine Forest. Super tough track with a LOT of water and trouble. I'm ready to go back for some much needed redemption. For the price, I don't think you can do much better in the low country!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 08/10/2015

Hi mattbenton,

We love you think the course is challenging! We are glad you played with us and thought we were a great price for low country!

Hope to see you back soon!

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hardest course in charleston

Water on every hole. Don't miss fairway or it's tough to score

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 08/07/2015

Hi Stephen1404623,

Thank you for the review! We are glad you found the course challenging and think we are the best course in Charleston.

Hope to see you back soon

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

solid course

Greens were running a tad slow....but true and fair. Fairways were is good shape. This track is always a difficult test...but extremely fair.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 08/10/2015

Hi mark5174291,

Thank you for the review! We are glad you think the course is fair!

We hope we see you back really soon!

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Poor weather

Lost booking fee

Unfortunately I lost money from booking fees. Thunderstorm started at the time of my tee off time. Could not play round.

f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 08/07/2015

Hi chad2000,

We are very sorry to hear you could not play due to rain and lost your booking fee. If you call GolfNow customer service and let them know they should refund you your fee.

We hope to see you back soon!

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

beverage carts

I have not played a course this year yet in the Charleston area that did not have a beverage cart and drinking water on only a few holes. Some of the water that was available was warm and not very refreshing in 95 degree weather. Sandwiches in the bar were stale and old. Some greens were under repair and bushy.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/31/2015

Hi george8253,

We are very sorry that you did not enjoy your round with us. We are very sorry that your sandwich was stale and the water was warm.

We want to make this up to you. Please email me directly for a promo code CharlotteTeeTimes@aol.com

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Nice Course!

I thoroughly enjoyed my round at Pine Forest. I was visiting the area for the weekend and found this place online and I was impressed. The course is challenging and has wonderful scenery as it surround by beautiful homes. The course was in great shape. You have to stay in the fairway as the rough is high as you can have a hard time finding you ball if you're not in the fairway. Greens were in excellent shape. I was paired up with some guys and we had fun! I wouldn't hesitate to play there again11

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/31/2015

Hi eram48,

Thank you for the great review! We are so glad to hear that you liked the greens and found the course challenging.

We are so glad you had fun with the group and hope to see you back soon!

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Tough track---like it

I have played here a bunch of times...its a touch course. All greens are elevated so going for the par 5's in 2 is a big risk reward. It is a very fair layout. Greens were a tad slow (punched 10 days ago) but they are coming back nicely. Plenty of tvs in bar for sports watching afterwards. Good place to pl;ay if you are in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/31/2015

Hi mark5174291,

We are so glad to hear you love the course and have been here several times.

We hope to see you back soon to play and see you in the bar after!

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Great experience. Fairway just tight enough for reward and punishment.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/21/2015

Hi ChrisRichardson,

We are so glad you had a great experience with us! We love the feedback.

We hope to see you back soon!

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

I wouldn't go there again.

I used GolfNow to buy the green fees. It was not easy to get the tee time that was listed. When I got to the course the person was to charge me tax on top of the 30.40 fee listed on my confirmation. I said no and she called Golf Now with all of waiting to play golf.
The women's tee were uneven with long grass. Many of the fairways were soggy and many of the greens were bumpy.

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/13/2015

Hi u131277760,

We are very sorry for your experience at the course. We want to thank you for bringing that taz issue to our attention. Tax is due at the course but we will do a better job starting that on the conformation email.

We do hope you will give us another chance, please email directly to discuss further, CharlotteTeeTimes@aol.com

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Solid Track

Yesterday was my first time playing this course. It provides a different layout than what I'm typically used to playing.

Quite a few greens are uphill, both water hazards and sand traps surround certain greens, and holes are designed with a more advanced player in mind.

I really enjoyed the track and the price was great!

I look forward to getting to play here again!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 07/13/2015

Hi John4446507,

We are so glad you played with us for the first time and loved the course!

We are looking forward to seeing you again!

Best Wishes,
Pine Forest Country Club Management

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap Don't know
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Pine Forest Golf Course

Course in great shape. A challenging course.
Cart paths very bumpy. Greens in great shape.
Plan your shots or you will find the water.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/24/2015

Thank you for the great review! We are so glad you love the course and think it was challenging. We hope to see you back soon

Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Not bad....

First time playing this course. There is A LOT of water in play. Not a particularly challenging course but having never played it before an not knowing exactly where the water was made it difficult. Some of the greens were banged up but overall it was a nice course. Will try and check it out again next time I'm in Charleston.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/24/2015

Thank you for playing with us while in town! We are you glad you found the course fun. Come back soon !

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course

The fairways were good and the holes challenging. Some greens need some work. If the greens improve I'll be back! The price was very fair for 18 with a cart.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/15/2015

Thank you for the review. We are sorry that you did not think the greens were up to par. We hope you will give us another chance soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Love playing here. The greens were rough but still a great time! The cart path is getting rough but that shouldn't change your opinion about this course!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/05/2015

Thank you for the great review! We are so glad you love playing our course. We hope to see you back soon!

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap Don't know
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent Course, but a Bumpy Ride

The course is well-maintained and was in excellent condition. That being said, a couple of things that can definitely be improved are the cart paths and the score card. Anything over a slow walk on the cart paths, and you're in for a very bumpy ride. To say the cart paths need to be repaired/repaved would be an understatement. The scorecards need to be printed with some diagram or illustration of the individual holes. It's great that the holes have names, but that doesn't help someone playing the course for the first time without a GPS or a sky caddy. Recommend either GPS 's on the carts or spend a few dollars more on the score cards. Luckily, I had played the course before and could advise my playing partner . Other than that, I would definitely play the course again, especially if they hire a beverage cart girl for the weekdays.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/01/2015

Thank you for the review and the suggestions. We will take these into consideration! We are glad you think our conditions are great. We hope to see you back soon!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Extremely slow play

Plan on 5 hour plus round. No ranger. Manager conceeded pace would be slow and did very little to improve pace of play. The course allowed 5 somes. Otherwise, this could be a good course to play.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/01/2015

We are very sorry about the pace of play that day. We would like you play with us again, to make this up to you please email directly for a promo code, CharlotteTeeTimes@aol.com

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

don't miss this one

Great course with some challenging greens. Really fun to play with varied distance from five tees. Ladies get a nice advantage so they can enjoy the course. Will definitely play again. Very pleasing to the eye. You will want to play this one again and again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/01/2015

Thank you for the great review! We would love to have you back again and again.

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Very resonably priced!

First time playing, but very nice course. Water in play on almost every hole. Had punched the greens in the previous week or two, so they weren't fantastic, but overall the course was in good shape. Will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
f7b948a0-bc04-5043-a6e2-572b100d0458
Commented on 06/01/2015

Thank you for the review. Our greens healed! We cant wait you have you back

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