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4.4
4082 Reviews (4082)
5 Stars
1997
4 Stars
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3 Stars
322
2 Stars
83
1 Stars
37
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
93.2%
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4.4
113 Reviews (113)
5 Stars
67
4 Stars
35
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.8
92.9%
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4.4
171 Reviews (171)
5 Stars
97
4 Stars
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3 Stars
8
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
93.6%
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160 out of 171 reviews
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Course Highlights
Old South's scenic low-country layout rewards strategic play with unique hole designs that keep every round engaging. Exceptionally welcoming staff and strong value make this Hilton Head course a consistently rewarding choice.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6772 yards
Slope 138
Rating 72.7

The 18-hole Old South Golf Links in Bluffton, S.C. is a public course that opened in 1991. Designed by Clyde Johnston, Old South Golf Links measures 6,772 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 129 and a 72.4 USGA rating. The course features four sets of tees for different skill levels.

Johnston designed Old South Golf Links in keeping with the beautiful Lowcountry's natural landscape. "Old South Golf Links was designed not only to provide an enjoyable yet challenging golf game, but also to preserve the natural beauty of the land," he said. "I felt that this was an opportunity to allow the golfer to experience up close the uniqueness of the site, its natural amenities and spectacular views."

The variety of the setting from oak forest to open pasture to tidal salt marsh, provided an opportunity to vary the design elements and strategy of play.

Old South Golf Links is open to the public seven days a week. There is a clubhouse, restaurant and full-line pro shop on site.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

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

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire. No cutoffs, gym or jogging shorts, bathing suits, tank tops, halter or tube tops, tee shirts and blue jeans or any other denim.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.4
4082 Reviews (4082)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 42
Brunch 20
19th Hole Scenic Views 16
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 106
Forced Carries 98
Bunkers 74
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 96
Advanced Golfers 77
Locals 52
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 65
Near Local Attractions 58
Worth the Drive 51

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
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4.0
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First Time Playing

Good day!

Great course, fair and in very good condition. Carts had GPS and staff was courteous and friendly. I’d absolutely go back and play it again. I highly recommend!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice, challenging course but some info would have been nice

I enjoyed my round, nice course and staff but there was some type of green substance, fertilizer I’m guessing all over the balls and my hands were green after the first hole. It would have been nice to know what it was before play because it also took multiple hand washing to get it off. Not sure if it stained my clothes at all.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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I Recommend This Course
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Previously Played

Old South

Course is in great shape and has beautiful views and wildlife. One hole your tee box is an island, fairway is an island and your green is an island , very cool . A couple of holes your greens are peninsulas . Very challenging and fun ! Lots of water and marsh so bring plenty of balls if you play like me . Great time !

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/10/2024

It's great to hear you enjoyed your day at Old South. We hope to see you here again and thanks for the 5 stars.

Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Slow Greens

Nice Course, professional staff, but if I had my drothers the Green would be running a little faster

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/10/2024

Thanks for the 4 star review.

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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 140
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Kentucky Advisor
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Forced Carries Galore!

First, after my second round on this course it's still my favorite of the HHI bunch.

With that said my wife wryly pointed out the many "forced carries" we had to navigate. Teeing off the white tees I count 12 "forced carries" over water or marsh with 2 each on 7 and 16. That's a lot!

However, I still can't get over the pristine, clean-cut fairways and greens. One may even be tempted to putt from the fairway on a few holes, like a few pros do on the tour. The bunkers and tee boxes are also in great shape.

Throw in a friendly, helpful staff, along with a great GolfPass deal and it made a day at Old South one of the most enjoyable at any course in many years!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/10/2024

We really appreciate your thoughtful comments and for mentioning our great staff. Thanks for the 5 stars.

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Reviews 38
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Old South Rocks

Very nice course, back much harder than front 9. Enjoyed the round and will definitely return! Staff was professional and courteous and facility was top notch

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/10/2024

Old South is pleased to be on your "must play" list. Thanks for the 4 stars.

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Excellent course. Lots of target golf on the back 9

Not our first time, and won’t be our last. Fun course and friendly staff. The breakfast isn’t available until 845ish, which is something to keep in mind for early tee times.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/10/2024

We appreciate the 5 star review and look forward to seeing you at Old South again soon.

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Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout, greens just aerated

When the greens are at their healthiest, this would be a five star for me. I played the seniors position, which probably saved me a couple of lost balls.

The staff was friendly and helpful. The pace was OK with a foursome in front, but didn’t slow us down too much. We had a foursome behind us, so it was a tight pace.

Overall definitely worth checking out. Great layout, nice views.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
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Commented on 09/10/2024

We are pleased you enjoyed your day at Old South and appreciate the 4 star review.

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Reviews 9
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 9
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Real nice course - unbelievable value!

This is a real nice golf course with some great holes and vistas. I have been traveling to HH for decades and played some of the best courses in the area. The golf is great here in HH and there are better courses you can play. But the value at Old South is unbelievable! This is the nicest golf course you can play, just about anywhere, for the price. If you are in the area, put Old South Golf Links on your list of places to play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/10/2024

Thanks for the 4 stars. Old South is a great value especially in a resort area. We hope to see you back for another round.

Played On
Reviews 41
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Only One Element To Change

We had a good round. Greens were in good shape. Fairways were superb. Their bag guys are great. The starter could use some lessons on addressing groups without the gruffness of fingernails on a chalkboard.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/10/2024

Thanks for the 5 stars and we are pleased you enjoyed your day at Old South. It is very rare that we hear about an employee who is less than friendly. We will excuse it once as anyone may have a less than perfect moment during a hectic day.

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