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Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club

4.6
2564 Reviews (2564)
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4.6
2564 Reviews (2564)
5 Stars
1633
4 Stars
647
3 Stars
181
2 Stars
73
1 Stars
30
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
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94.3%
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2332 out of 2564 reviews
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4.7
54 Reviews (54)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.8
Amenities
4.6
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4.8
98.1%
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4.7
207 Reviews (207)
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.6
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4.8
96.6%
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6840 yards
Slope 147
Rating 74.2

Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club sits amongst the nature preserves that reside along Choctawhatchee Bay, enjoying scenic views and a beautiful landscape. Robert C. Walker, Arnold Palmer's former lead architect, designed the course. Water comes into play throughout in the form of sparkling blue lakes and meandering streams. The most memorable use of water comes is on the challenging 16th hole. This tricky par 4 has water to the left as well as a marsh area crossing the fairway. Being so close to the water, the golf course is often subject to strong prevailing winds. Despite its many challenges, Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club is a fair challenge that players of all skill levels can enjoy, which is perhaps why it has been called one of North America's top courses by Golf Digest.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Black 72 6840 yards 74.2 147
Blue 72 6383 yards 72.0 141
White 72 5965 yards 70.3 136
Gold (W) 72 5636 yards 72.2 121
Gold 72 5636 yards 68.5 128
Green 72 4817 yards 64.2 118
Green (W) 72 4817 yards 69.4 121
Orange 72 4138 yards 61.9 112
Orange (W) 72 4138 yards 64.7 114
Track Rounds
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Scorecard for Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Black M: 74.2/147 544 409 195 434 566 425 456 193 357 3579 403 379 450 183 376 202 432 311 525 3261 6840
Blue M: 72.0/141 515 389 158 414 540 396 421 169 336 3338 381 357 439 160 339 172 410 286 501 3045 6383
White M: 70.3/136 494 365 143 390 517 371 393 146 314 3133 359 341 420 152 319 152 356 257 476 2832 5965
Gold M: 68.5/128 W: 72.7/122 473 331 124 373 495 343 369 146 288 2942 336 341 399 136 295 152 331 251 453 2694 5636
Gold/Green M: 66.0/125 W: 70.5/122 394 331 124 282 392 343 369 146 288 2669 284 266 399 136 295 152 285 251 399 2467 5136
Green M: 64.2/118 W: 69.3/121 394 331 106 282 392 307 333 134 236 2515 284 266 335 111 260 135 285 227 399 2302 4817
Orange M: 61.9/112 W: 64.7/114 324 252 106 224 363 248 264 75 236 2092 248 266 294 111 260 135 236 167 329 2046 4138
Handicap 9 5 17 1 3 7 11 15 13 4 8 10 18 16 14 2 12 6
Par 5 4 3 4 5 4 4 3 4 36 4 4 5 3 4 3 4 4 5 36 72
Handicap (W) 5 7 15 13 1 11 9 17 3 2 8 16 10 12 14 6 18 4
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Course Details

Year Built 1996
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tifdwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Robert Walker (1996)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

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4.6
2564 Reviews (2564)

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Woddiegee
Played On
Reviews 207
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 12/26/2025

Thanks for the 5 stars! We're glad you enjoyed your visit with us and we hope to have you back again soon!

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Woddiegee
Played On
Reviews 207
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Joseph6473375
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great Course

Great golf course and an awesome staff! Just wish they offered a locals discount or rate.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 12/26/2025

Hey Joseph, thanks for the great ratings and comments. We're grateful for your business and look forward to having you back again soon. Keep an eye on GolfNow for Hot Deals that are deeply discounted. We offer several every day. And if you're local, consider a membership with us. We have several levels that might meet your needs and budget! Thanks again sir!

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Mpgsime
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 12/04/2025

Thanks for taking the time to leave a rating, we value the feedback and work hard to improve every day! Hope to have you back again soon for another round with us! Thanks again!

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aE74J3ndmEtyynsJpdp4
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Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

I love the layout, but the greens were not good!

I really like this golf course and have played here many times over the years and will continue to come back. Their range is decent, they have a good amount of space but there aren’t enough targets. The short game area and putting green are excellent.

This is one of my favorite layouts in the area I always enjoy playing here. This time however, I was very disappointed with the greens. I’m hoping it’s because they have over-seeded with rye or something because the greens were very hairy and bumpy. Putts bounced all over the place, you couldn’t keep anything on line. The cups also look like they hadn’t been changed in a few days.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 12/04/2025

Thanks for sharing your recent experience and for your loyalty, it means the world to us! We're working on some exciting off-season improvements for the driving range that you will really enjoy. Thanks again and hope to have you back again soon!

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MegD78
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Visit from Iowa

Great course, awesome staff! We were in town with family for vacation so playing golf anywhere this time of year if fantastic but this course did not disappoint. Some challenging holes but definitely playable for the 15 plus handicap in our group.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 12/08/2025

So thankful for your kind comments and 4 star rating! Please come on back soon!

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Bryan3677699
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 12/08/2025

Thank you for taking time to leave a 5 star rating and nice review! We really appreciate it and look forward to you having you back again soon!

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u000002139348
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Reviews 9
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 Excellent
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Commented on 10/16/2025

So glad to hear you had a great experience with us and thanks for taking the time to leave a 5 star rating! Hope to see you out here again soon! Thanks again!

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Rally2024
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
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Commented on 10/16/2025

Hey there! Thanks for taking the time to share your 3 star rating. Guest feedback is critical to our growth and operational success. Would love to hear where we may have fallen short with you and hope to have the opportunity to have you back to improve on your experience next time! Give me a call or text anytime to further discuss your experience. Thanks again! John Z - 704 575 2060

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KvpM8MQsH9cr4dG2Au2T
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/16/2025

Thanks for the 4 stars! Hope to have you back again soon so we can earn a 5 star rating next time! Thanks again!

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BLmD5G9CZI7TR1M0OIKs
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Perfection in Destin

For a course priced at this rate you would expect near perfect amenities and quality and that is what you get. Great layout, perfect conditions, fantastic amenities, and great service. The iced mango scented towels are game changers. Lots of awesome courses in this area but this one stands out.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/30/2025

So gratifying to hear you had a great experience with us, thanks for sharing! We hope to see you out here again soon!

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MSMITH0344Z
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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always in great shape

I vacation in Destin 3-4 times a year and always play at least one round at regatta Bay . This course is always in perfect shape and well worth the money. Thanks

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/30/2025

Thank you for the 5 stars and great review! We value the feedback and we’re grateful for your business! Come back soon!

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Mz4P5NnNSh2D3F63O3cr
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/15/2025

Thanks for the 4 stars! Hope to see you out here again soon!

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u00000723222
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Exceptional Course and Customer Service

I knew I was in for an amazing experience from the moment I entered the security gate to the property. The staff were friendly and eager to assist even when I asked to go out early after hitting range balls that were provided in the fee. The course was in excellent condition and the greens ran true. The views were incredible. As a Realtor, I really enjoyed seeing the incredible homes on the course. I will most definitely play there again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 09/15/2025

So glad to know you enjoyed your experience with us and really appreciate the time you took to leave a rating and review, Thank you! Hope to see you out here again soon!

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Themoose1777
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

First time playing in florida

Regatta being my first Florida golf course I would say spectacular -- I have played all over the world and this is for sure a place to play -- it's worth the price 💯

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/15/2025

Thanks for the great review and rating, we appreciate the kind words and hope to see you back here again soon!

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u000007716010
Played On
Reviews 44
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/06/2025

5 stars! Thanks so much! Come back soon!

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rudelovell
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great Great Golf Course

A golf course u can play everyday and still love it!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/06/2025

So glad to hear you loved the golf course and hope the overall service experience was excellent as well. Thank you and hope to see you again very soon!

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Delphin111
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/06/2025

Thanks for the 5 stars!!! We appreciate your support and hope to see you back here again soon!

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BillSowell
Played On
Reviews 124
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Great course and staff

Being it was the holiday weekend and the course was packed the pace of play was very good. The Marshall was doing a great job keeping everything moving and people informed. The course even though aerated was very playable.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/03/2025

Thanks for the 5 star rating and positive review Bill! We really value the feedback and glad you had another great experience with us last week. Hope to see you out here again soon!

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u314162670971
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Excellent overall guest experience

Played 2 on Labor Day noon and had excellent overall experience. Hard to imagine members treated any better - except maybe for knowing your name.

Course aerated 10 days ago and some recent rains - so overall very good shape at end of summer season. We had a good weather day with some unusual north wind.

Enjoyed the challenging layout from white (6000 yd) tees. Good variety of holes - not just flat with water and sand.

Everyone we encountered on the staff was friendly and seemed to appreciate us being there

Haven’t played any of the other Destin courses in years - so cant really compare. But you can’t go wrong at Regatta Bay. .

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/03/2025

We strive every day to make our valued resort guests feel like club members so hearing this in your review really makes us proud and grateful. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us and we sure hope to have you back again soon!

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