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4.4
4092 Reviews (4092)
5 Stars
1997
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
84
1 Stars
38
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
92.1%
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4.3
123 Reviews (123)
5 Stars
67
4 Stars
39
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.7
90.2%
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111 out of 123 reviews
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4.4
180 Reviews (180)
5 Stars
97
4 Stars
62
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
91.7%
Recommend this course
165 out of 180 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
4092 Reviews (4092)

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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4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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2.0
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First Time Playing

Disappointed

Just not in good condition. Had to move ball often to avoid bare spots on greens

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Conditions Average
Value Good
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Pace Good
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5.0
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Previously Played

Great place to play

Generous fairway landing areas. Greens were rolling true and not too fast. Overall conditions were good for this time of year.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/15/2024

We appreciate your comments and the 5 stars. We hope to see you at Old South again for another round.

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
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First Time Playing

This course was below expectations

The pace of play was very slow - almost 5 hours and some of dog leg holes were hokey - over extended penalty areas with limited landing opportunities. The staff was great but we will not return.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 04/15/2024

We regret to hear you were not pleased with your round at Old South. Most enjoy the variety and challenge of our layout and the spectacular scenery.

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Reviews 8
3.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Early round

Got off as a single before my tee time. Two players joined up with me and we had a great time. Two or three funky holes on the back nine but otherwise a very nice layout. The greens are not heavily bunkered. Nice driving range and putting green. I play again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/15/2024

It's great to hear you enjoyed your day of golf at Old South and we are glad to hear you will be back!

Played On
Reviews 64
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

good variety of holes

The course was in good shape for the time of year. Greens were somewhat fast and rolled true.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 04/15/2024

Thanks for the 5 star review.

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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 33
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Old South

Only problem

S were very slow greens and the course design has some areas that slow the pace of play.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 04/15/2024

We appreciate the 4 star review.

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Old South is always on our Playlist when at Hilton Head.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/15/2024

Thanks for the 5 stars and for keeping Old South on your list of "must play" courses.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Awesome course at a fair price

With this course being located in Bluffton and not on Hilton Head Island the price was significantly less than those on the island which were $200 or more.

The course was just as nice or better than a lot of the more expensive ones and in great shape for early April. It reminded me of some of the nicer ones in upstate, finger lakes region of New York. The layout was challenging and the greens were very playable. Staff was more than accommodating and made you feel welcome from the start. The food in the restaurant was delicious too.

I will definitely be back again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 04/15/2024

Old South is a fun course and a great value. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your day of golf and hope you have time for another round.

Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful Natural Setting

The course is easy to get to from the Bluffton Parkway. The layout weaves its way through woods, water & marshland. OSL is in good shape & fun to play. Friendly & professional staff. Typically good pace of play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 04/15/2024

Thanks for your thoughtful comments and for mentioning our great staff. We hope to see you back at Old South soon.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Very Nice Course

Old South is a really nice course with a couple of tricky holes (16 & 7). These two holes are very tough because they are target golf and you have to hit to landing areas. Pace of play was affected by these two holes due to difficulty. Staff was great also.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 04/08/2024

We appreciate the 4 stars. Now that you have played 7 & 16 will not surprise you. Both are a challenge but you won't find better views anywhere.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Was good playing it once

Course was in good shape, but still suffered from the typical late winter conditions. Greens were slow. Most of the course played like a traditional coarse (grip it and rip it) but there were ~3 holes that were gimmicky (funky) which I didn’t care for. No issues with pace of play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 04/08/2024

We appreciate the 4 stars and hope you play Old South again when you're in the Lowcountry.

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