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Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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4.5
2132 Reviews (2132)
5 Stars
1527
4 Stars
421
3 Stars
115
2 Stars
39
1 Stars
30
Conditions
4.3
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.4
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91.4%
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1985 out of 2132 reviews
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4.2
103 Reviews (103)
5 Stars
54
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
5
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.7
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
84.5%
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87 out of 103 reviews
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4.4
201 Reviews (201)
5 Stars
125
4 Stars
49
3 Stars
15
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.3
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
90.5%
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182 out of 201 reviews
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Course Highlights
Kelly Plantation's zoysia fairways, well-maintained greens, and challenging layout consistently rank it among the top courses in the Destin area. Attentive staff, a well-stocked pro shop, and smooth pace of play make every visit a rewarding experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7099 yards
Slope 137
Rating 74.6

Formerly home to a turpentine plantation, the site now offers one of the most environmentally sensitive courses in northwest Florida, Kelly Plantation. The golf course sits along the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay, sprawling across a waterfront landscape of towering trees and swampy bayous. The course features large, contoured greens and wide, manicured fairways that are in excellent condition but can also be tricky to navigate. The strategically placed hazards also require some careful maneuvering. In addition to being a challenging round, the golf course is also known for its stunning scenic appeal. Throughout the layout, golfers can enjoy panoramic views across the bay to the abundant magnolias and palmettos that are native to Florida's northwest region. For these reasons, Kelly Plantation has received high praise from publications such as Golf Digest and Golf Magazine.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Couples 72 7099 yards 74.6 137
Plantation 72 6504 yards 71.6 128
Combination P/P 72 6102 yards 70.1 123
Palmetto 72 5904 yards 69.1 121
Combination P/S 72 5664 yards 68.0 119
Sterling 72 5436 yards 66.9 117
Sterling (W) 72 5436 yards 71.8 127
Combination S/M 72 5080 yards
Magnolia (W) 72 4989 yards 69.3 119
Mangolia 72 4989 yards 65.0 112
Anderson 72 4096 yards 60.9 101
Anderson (W) 72 4096 yards 64.7 111
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Scorecard for Kelly Plantation Golf Club
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Couples M: 74.6/141 373 560 165 401 443 548 410 194 439 3533 550 411 240 525 446 150 447 207 590 3566 7099
Plantation M: 71.9/135 W: 78.3/143 353 530 157 371 390 497 376 165 375 3214 520 387 181 479 421 138 423 183 507 3239 6453
Member 1 M: 70.3/129 W: 76.4/139 353 492 157 319 361 497 376 165 347 3067 455 356 181 479 386 138 382 183 507 3067 6134
Palmetto M: 69.1/124 W: 75.0/136 321 492 140 319 361 469 340 155 347 2944 455 356 155 445 386 132 382 173 476 2960 5904
Member 2 M: 68.1/121 W: 73.8/131 321 460 140 301 329 469 340 155 316 2831 425 356 155 445 347 132 330 173 470 2833 5664
Sterling M: 67.0/114 W: 72.4/130 290 460 132 301 329 416 312 126 316 2682 425 332 150 437 347 123 330 140 470 2754 5436
Magnolia M: 64.1/108 W: 69.0/119 254 428 104 280 322 372 291 120 298 2469 392 311 117 404 328 97 306 128 437 2520 4989
Member 3 M: 64.7/109 W: 69.9/121 254 368 104 280 322 348 291 120 250 2337 343 230 117 307 218 97 306 128 335 2081 4418
Anderson M: 60.9/101 W: 64.7/111 201 368 104 237 221 348 228 120 250 2077 343 230 117 307 218 97 244 128 335 2019 4096
Handicap 15 1 17 9 3 11 5 13 7 2 10 14 12 6 18 4 16 8
Par 4 5 3 4 4 5 4 3 4 36 5 4 3 5 4 3 4 3 5 36 72
Handicap (W) 15 1 17 9 7 11 5 13 3 2 10 14 12 6 18 8 16 4
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Course Details

Year Built 1998
Golf Season Year round
Architect Fred Couples (1998) Gene Bates (1998) Bob Cupp (1998) Michael Riley (1998)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
2132 Reviews (2132)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 34
19th Hole Scenic Views 15
Brunch 15
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 75
Water Hazards 68
Undulating Greens 42
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 55
A Weekend Splurge 51
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 49
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 67
Near Local Attractions 45
Worth the Drive 37

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oQ0ElZBdqF6YA9h1xGtL
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

We played in a drizzly, rainy day. The course conditions were fantastic and the course was wide open so we played in 3.5 hours. Highly recommended.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/17/2023

Thank you for playing Kelly Plantation! We are glad that you had a 5 star experience despite some interesting weather conditions. We look forward to seeing you in the future!

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mathcj62
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played

Not worth the money!!

Definitely not worth playing, even if it was half price. The greens were the worse greens I’ve ever seen on a golf course. The Pro Shop should have notified their guest the conditions before taking $180 to play. This course used be be my favorite, now it’s not even on my list to return. Disappointing is an understatement!! Save your money and go play putt-putt golf.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/17/2023

Thank you for playing Kelly Plantation! We are glad that you had a 5 star experience and look forward to seeing you in the future!

Regards,

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fredsanderson
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 10/17/2023

Thank you for playing Kelly Plantation! We are glad that you had a 5 star experience and look forward to seeing you in the future!

Regards,

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u016955045
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Not A Pleasant Surprise

We have played Kelly Plantation for years and I did not really like the idea of paying over 200 dollars per person which is much too expensive but my wife has always claimed KP as her favorite place to play so we did play and then we found out that they had made some of the par fours as cart path only. There was no damage or any reason other than wha we were told was an experiment. As much as we love Kelly I am not sure about a return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u314164620555
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Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Disappointing

They put me into a flight who only booked 9 holes - after they had left I had to play after a lot of 4-player-flights as a single player for 9 more holes….at least had expected to be told about this and had the choice to play with another flight

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 10/17/2023

Thank you for paying Kelly Plantation. Respectfully, when you were booked and paired up, there was no way for our associates to know that the other 3 players were only planning to play 9 as they originally booked for 18. It was a busy day and all the other times around yours were booked. It is unfortunate that you had to play as a single on a busy day and we would be happy to speak with you regarding this.

Regards,

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roxydog1
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Greens

Wish I new greens were being treated while was there. Maybe a discount.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/30/2023

Thanks for visiting Kelly Plantation! We are sorry that your round fell on a day we were dethatching the greens. Please consider giving us a second chance to deliver a 5 star experience.

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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/30/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation! We always aim to deliver a 5 star experience and would love to hear from you. Please call us at (850)650-7600 to discuss your four star rating.

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dB7se1YjjjnMU6KmOhug
Played On
Reviews 5
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 09/30/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation and for giving us a 5 star review. We are glad you had a great experience!

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u9227014
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u165163400
Played On
Reviews 30
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 Excellent
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u364067677
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
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 09/26/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation and for your generous review. We would love to host you again in the future!

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Played On
Reviews 2
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
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/30/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation and for giving us a 5 star review. We are glad you had a great experience!

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Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

perfect conditions and attractive design

beautiful forests, layouts, wide fairways, challenging greens. Services all around the course. excellent choise

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 09/09/2023

Thank you so much for visiting and playing Kelly Plantation. We are glad you enjoyed the course and the service our team provides. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.

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JohnnyG1414
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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 09/01/2023

Thank you for vising us and for a 5 star review! We look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Regards,

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u314160808135
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great experience!!

I travel to Destin twice a year from Ft Worth. This week I played Kelly Plantation 6 times. The last day I played 36 holes in just over 4 hours. The entire staff could not have been more accommodating!! The cart guys were very friendly. I had some interesting conversations with them. The front desk personnel were very friendly and efficient. The starter got me out in front of big groups every day I played. I never had a round over 3 hours!! In my opinion it was a week of perfect golf. Very relaxing. Great customer service!! Well done!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/01/2023

Thank you so much for visiting us and for your 5 star review!

We are very grateful for our staff and for customers like you that value how the pace of play affects the overall experience. You are welcome back anytime!

Regards,

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Played On
Reviews 45
Handicap 5-9
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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Yzqffth
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Love the course but greens bad.

Great course and staff but greens not healing from being punched weeks ago.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 08/31/2023

Thank you for visiting us! We are glad you enjoyed the course and the staff. Greens aeration is a vital component to maintaining and delivering healthy greens. We aerated on August 14, which was about 2 weeks ago. Normally greens take about 3 to 4 weeks to fully heal and in light of that we were happy to discount our rates through the remainder of August. If you would like to discuss please reach out to me at (850) 650-7600.

Regards,

Robert Whitt

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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alliswell
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 08/22/2023

Thank you for visiting us and giving us a 5 star review! We look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Take Care,

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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Played On
Reviews 9
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/19/2023

Thank you for visiting us and giving us a 5 star review. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Take Care,

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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