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4.5
1414 Reviews (1414)
5 Stars
721
4 Stars
496
3 Stars
129
2 Stars
33
1 Stars
35
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.8
93.9%
Recommend this course
1297 out of 1414 reviews
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4.2
19 Reviews (19)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.2
Value
3.9
Layout
4.7
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.4
89.5%
Recommend this course
17 out of 19 reviews
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4.4
71 Reviews (71)
5 Stars
44
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.6
93.0%
Recommend this course
66 out of 71 reviews
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Course Highlights
Island Pointe's layout along the French Broad River delivers consistently fast, immaculate greens and fairways that keep golfers returning across the region. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play round out an experience that offers outstanding value near Knoxville and Gatlinburg.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7001 yards
Slope 133
Rating 75.4

Championship Layout by Arthur Hills. Links Style course over 175 acres traversing the French Broad River. Play along and over the river.

#10 Ranked Public / Private Golf Course (Golf Magazine)

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Zoysia Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arthur Hills (1991)

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required. Shirts must have collars and shorts must be Bermuda length. Tank tops, t-shirts and denim are not permitted.

Food & Beverage

Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.5
1414 Reviews (1414)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 74
Bunkers 54
Undulating Greens 51
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 60
Advanced Golfers 40
Locals 35
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 64
Convenient to the City 28
Near Local Attractions 23

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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 Good
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/18/2021

Not a fair assessment of the course itself. If this is a one to you I would love to see a 5

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME HERE

OUR tee off time was 9:20AM and we knew we were in trouble because they placed us with another twosome AND all preceeding times were also stacked with foursomes (no tournament they told us, just their "normal" practice). Each par 4 or 5 hole we had 12 people (three seperate groups of 4) playing on the hole. It took 2hrs 45 mins to play 9 holes at which time we had enough and went back to the clubhouse. There was no ranger on this course to keep play moving at proper speed. When I went to the clubhouse to complain they said the time was within playing limits. Really? 2hrs and 45 mins for nine holes?!! The manager refused to come out of her office to speak with me. They said they wouldn't give me a 9 hole rain check since I booked with Golf Now. I told them it wasn't Golf Now's problem but theirs for how they run their course. They couldn't care less. The fairways were in sub-average condition and the greens were the same. It is a shame because it is a beautiful course which has numerous ownership changes in the last ten years. And this management staff is the worst yet. Don't waste your time with this course unless you don't mind a 5 1/2 hour round of golf.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fun Arthur Hills design

Island Pointe, (formerly River Islands) has a cool layout and no 2 holes are the same. Zoyzia fairways mean most of the time you have really good conditions in the fairway. Very friendly-welcoming staff, and course has good size greens and a joy to play.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 64
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Play every time I’m in the area

I play this course every time I m in the area. Course was in great shape (especially after all the rain) much better than last year. Fairways was almost perfect and the greens maybe not the greenest, but rolled true and fast. Course is a little out of the way to get to, but worth it. Very nice quiet area and great round of golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Little Slice of Heaven

Beautiful piece of property I have enjoyed the course of the years. Had some rough edges but overall enjoyed the course and views and the nature of it all thank you Rusty

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

One fine time!

Weather was great. The staff was very helpful and accommodating! The course was beautiful and greens were smooth and true. Will play again!! Thanks for a real fine time!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Stellar course

I selected Island Pointe golf from golf now. In reading some reviews on line, I was apprehensive. The course is one of the best layouts that I have ever played. The nature and beautiful views on the course are equal to a Pebble Beach.....different, but awe inspiring. Overall a great course with superior greens, a challenging and interesting layout. A 9 out of 10 in my opinion.

Michael

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Track

Great course hidden by the River. Nice practice facility to practice before the round.

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
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Tons of character

This course was a fun track. It has a ton of character and some pretty unique features. It needs a some work, but I’m told there plans in place for this. If you’re in the area it’s worth it for the price. Hope to be back, especially if they improve the conditions.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens are in amazing shape.

Early spring do the fairways are starting to green up. The restroom I tried was still locked but again it’s early in the season.

Now the green, they were AMAZING!!!!

Soft and spongy. Great for early spring or anytime of year.

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