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4.1
2860 Reviews (2860)
5 Stars
966
4 Stars
1222
3 Stars
450
2 Stars
162
1 Stars
60
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
83.9%
Recommend this course
2394 out of 2860 reviews
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3.8
49 Reviews (49)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.6
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.2
75.5%
Recommend this course
37 out of 49 reviews
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4.0
81 Reviews (81)
5 Stars
33
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.3
79.0%
Recommend this course
64 out of 81 reviews
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Course Highlights
Shipyard Golf Club delivers a scenic layout winding through palmettos, pines, and oaks draped in Spanish moss with consistently well-maintained fairways and greens. Friendly, accommodating staff and a smooth pace of play make this Hilton Head course an outstanding value for all skill levels.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6735 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.4

The Galleon/Brigantine Course at Shipyard Golf Club combines two of the three nine-hole golf courses at the club. Galleon/Brigantine has a rating of 72.7, with a slope of 133 from the championship tees.

The original nine holes - Galleon - meander through large oak and tall pines. Accurate placement of approach shots into heavily guarded greens is necessary on this nine.

Designed by Willard Byrd and built in 1982, alligators sun themselves along the scenic, water hazard-filled Brigantine nine holes. With slight doglegs and well-placed bunkers, this golf course requires shot making and a good short game.

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Course Details

Year Built 1970
Greens Diamond Zoysia Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect George Cobb (1970) Willard Byrd (1982)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
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4.1
2860 Reviews (2860)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Brunch 7
19th Hole Scenic Views 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 23
Bunkers 22
Narrow Fairways 12
This course/club is great for:
Playing Multiple Courses 16
Advanced Golfers 15
Seniors 13
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 13
Convenient to the City 11
Near Local Attractions 8

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Conditions Good
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Conditions Good
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Asphalt Disaster

Upon arrival we were directed to the driving range to park because of parking lot major parking lot construction. We were not able to warm up because we parked on the range. We had to ask for water. We were instructed to play cart path only. After getting to the first green we discovered they had been recently aerated. The course had and greened had not been cut. I went to the pro shop after the round and ask if they could do anything for us because of all the issues and the kid working the desk said there was nothing they could do. Be better Shipyard embarrassing!!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 08/03/2023

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your experience further and attempt to resolve it to your satisfaction.

Please contact Brad Thomson, Head Golf Professional at 843-681-1503.

If I am not available please leave your name and phone number and I will be in touch with you.

Thank you.

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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
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Golf

Sorry to say a ration on the course made it for a less than ideal round. The layout is great the restaurant was closed but the staff and on course officials are amazing

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great time

I always enjoy playing here when Im down from NY, never had a bad experience, always matched up with friendly people and I think the value is well worth the money

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course

Course in good shape for mid-July and 90+ deg.

A few greens may have had a few bad spots but nothing to be concerned about. Some people expect Tour conditions for $100. Go take your son or friend and play golf and have fun 👍

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Experience

Had a blast with my Son. He is a beginner and told me this was his favorite part of the vacation. The course layout allowed both of us to have an enjoable experience. Will definitely come back to play again on our next visit.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

An enjoyable afternoon

We played in the afternoon on a hot day when we thought there might not be too many others in front of us, but we were wrong. One of the players was frustrated by having to wait on most holes to hit. But it was a memorable afternoon of golf on HHI, so who can complain?

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Pace and conditions.

Pace was slower than normal. Just under 5 hours. Conditions were really good. Some areas had new sod laid especially in some of the approach areas. I know with conditions and heat down here it happens. We took relief where we could to chop or putt to the greens.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

A Very Challenging Course

Played Galleon-Clipper course from the green tees (5400+ yards) and I thought it was the hardest course I played in the area. Used fairway/hybrids on 13 approaches hitting only 6 GIRs. Plenty of doglegs which added to the length of the holes. Shot in the mid 80's which was lower than the 90 degree temps. Layout was great but did not see any gators that we were warned about.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Nicely Done

One of three courses was closed & they crammed the players into two courses.......thereby the slow play rating. Teed off 1/2 late, stood on #2 tee for another 1/2. Total round +5.5 hours.

BUT....course itself was very good. Staff was very good......really like the Pro Shop crew. Did get a bag of range balls to warm up. Would go back.

FYI, Much better than Port Royal course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyed the round

I love the Shipyard course. It’s challenging but fair. The only negative is the price. The course might get more play if the price was a little lower.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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