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4.4
223 Reviews (223)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
108
3 Stars
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2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.8
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
3.9
96.7%
Recommend this course
216 out of 223 reviews
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4.3
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.9
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.7
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 9 reviews
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4.4
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
19
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
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2 Stars
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Conditions
4.2
Value
4.8
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.7
95.6%
Recommend this course
43 out of 45 reviews
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Course Highlights
Wellman Club delivers outstanding value with a creative, challenging layout and greens that consistently roll true for recent visitors. Accommodating staff and a smooth pace of play make this an easy choice for golfers seeking an affordable alternative to Myrtle Beach.

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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7247 yards
Slope 131
Rating 74.9
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Course Details

Year Built 1966
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ellis Maples (1966) Ed Seay (1966) Rees Jones (2023) Bryce Swanson (2023)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in South Carolina (2024 #19)
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4.4
223 Reviews (223)
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Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
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Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

A Gem

I was pleasantly surprised by this golf course. Terrific layout with some of the best conditioned greens I saw during my vacation in Myrtle Beach. I can honestly say that I was not thrilled by the 11th hole, I didn't think it fit well with the rest of the course, but the other holes more than made up for my feelings about 11. People were great, and the pace of play was even better; 2:45 minutes for 2 of us to play 18. This will be a stop on any trip in this area for me.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 03/31/2025:
Thanks for the five-star rating. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your support. Our team looks forward to delivering the same level of excellence next time.
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
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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
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Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Reviews 50
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great fun course. Well laid out. A lot of bunkers, but well spaced. Greens true and very quick. Well worth the money. Highly recommend. We liked it so much we played it again a few days later.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 50
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Great layout of course, in good condition. Greens were in excellent condition, true and quick. Well worth the money and are playing itagain soon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem

About an hour from Myrtle Beach .Great shape for this time of year. Cart paths need some work. 6 Tee offs so anyone can play. For 35-40 bucks with a cart is a steal

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Tricky greens

Signature hole still challenging. Greens were in great condition and fast for time of year. Fairways are just coming in now. Tee boxes are in good shape. Pace of play can’t ask for any better. It’s too bad it’s 1hour and 15 minutes from North Myrtle Beach as would be playing more often.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 89
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 89
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 89
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 144
2.0
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Reviews 144
3.0
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Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

For the Golf Purists - Golf Digest Best Affordable in America New/Renovated

This is an updated review. One of my earlier reviews stated that this would be one of the best bang for buck courses in SC by late 2023. Those expectations have been exceeded - Golf Digest experts have named Wellman Golf Club as America's Best Affordable New/Renovated Course for 2024. This is well-deserved, as conditions have continued to improve, and user reviews and expert opinions reflect it. The fairways are currently dormant but remain in good shape, greens continue to be in excellent condition, and improvements and beautification efforts continue to move forward (cart paths on front 9 are greatly improved, back 9 next). The story behind the course coupled with the layout, conditions, value, pace of play, and the wonderfully friendly staff make Wellman a must play if you are visiting Myrtle Beach, passing through, or living in the Carolinas. Wellman presents golf at its core, no frills, just like it should be and golf purists will appreciate every aspect.

https://www.golfdigest.com/story/americas-best-new-courses-2025

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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