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Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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4.5
2129 Reviews (2129)
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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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1982 out of 2129 reviews
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4.1
100 Reviews (100)
5 Stars
51
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
84.0%
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4.4
202 Reviews (202)
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124
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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5
Conditions
4.3
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
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4.7
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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
2129 Reviews (2129)

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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u314164402895
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Devils in the details

Great track, fun layout with some challenging holes with some risk reward holes. You’ll need to drive it fairly well to play well out here. The course was in excellent shape through the green, the practice area was superb. Staff was friendly, plenty of water on the course plus the beverage cart was very attentive and friendly. Iced mango towels and apples on the tenth tee is always a nice treat. Clubhouse was well stocked with some quality gear. My only suggestion would be cut out the fivesome it’s just no good for pace of play. Also the greens were a bit too soft not what I would expect for $180 green fee. Everything else was top notch!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/04/2023

Thanks so much for visiting us! We are glad the course was in excellent shape for your round. Thank you for your suggestion regarding the greens. We are getting ready to aerate our greens in a few days and the grounds crew is preparing for that by softening them up a little and making sure they have enough water. We hope to see you again in the future.

Regards,

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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u314161923984
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Kelly Plantation

Great course. Challenging layout & in great shape.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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rapexanderoz
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
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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Zack2005055
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Experience! Loved the greens!

Golf course was in great shape! Many beautiful holes with picture opportunities! Greens are large and roll true! It was awesome I will definitely be back again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/01/2023

Thank you so much for visiting Kelly Plantation. We are honored you have us such a positive review and are glad we could add some good greens and good views to your trip.

Thanks much,

Robert Whitt, PGA

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

RWhitt@kellyplantationgolfclub.com

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swhritenour
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Awesome experience

Second time playing and well worth the trip to Destin, staying in PCB. Only negative was the pace of play with a foursome that had the first tee time of the day. The Marshall with gps should’ve picked up on this because it backed up the entire course. After the 8th hole the problem was recognized. 2 1/2 hour front nine, 1 1/2 hour back nine. Beautiful course, layout, a challenging track. I will come back again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/01/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation. We are sad your front nine was a bit long, but happy the pace was picked up for you. Thank you for your review despite a slower front nine and for coming back a second time.

Take care,

Robert Whitt, PGA

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u314159836061
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Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Nice place

It was hot, and they were out of water on the course, but other than that, nice round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/23/2023

Thank you for playing Kelly Plantation despite such incredible heat. We are sorry that drinking water ran low. When it gets that hot we have to refill the cooler several times and we are committed to this not being a regular occurrence. Thank you again for a positive review in light of the water issue.

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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u000006220530
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/23/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation. We are committed to delivering a fantastic golf experience and would love to discuss with you what we could have done to earn a 5 star review. Please feel free to give me a call at (850) 650-7600 if you would like to discuss.

Take Care,

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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u537180858
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Outstanding Course

Beautiful scenic course! They layout was outstanding & very fair. Consensus from our group is we will be back during our next visit. We were told this is the top course followed by Regatta Bay in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/23/2023

Thank you so much for visiting us! We love this feedback because our goal is to be the premiere course on the Emerald Coast. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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u6628666
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Golf Course

While down on a family vacation we played here and the course was beautiful. The staff were all nice and friendly but Chris and Rob, who got us all set up to play were amazing. They really made the whole experience over the top! I hope they’re both there next year when we vacation and play this club again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/23/2023

Thank you so much for choosing us while on your vacation. We love Chris and Rob and they are outstanding members of our team. I will pass your compliments along to them and thank you again for visiting us!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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kwfulton
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course Conditions not worth the price

We enjoyed the course, but the conditions were not worth the money. Some of the greens had bald spots and the fairways were good not great. The mango towels at the turn were a great plus and the sandwiches at the turn were good too.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/23/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation. We are sorry that the greens did not meet your expectations. With the intense heat that we have been experiencing, our grounds crew is working hard to get the irrigation levels where they need to be. Please feel free to give me a call at (850) 650-7600 if you would like to discuss your experience. We take the golfer experience very seriously and greatly appreciate your feedback.

Take Care,

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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mikecronin10
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 07/23/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation and we look forward to your next visit!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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u314164251743
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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u000006220530
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/23/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation and we look forward to your next visit!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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u00000892061
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

The course is tremendous, the staff very pleasant. Had a great time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/09/2023

Thank you for choosing us for your round of golf! Honored that you enjoyed the course and the staff. We look forward to seeing you in the future!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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dweemes
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Bad Weather, Great Course

There was a massive downpour before my tee time, then it became pretty steamy until the storms came back with a few holes remaining. I wish the weather had been better, but the course was very nice and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. I'm here on vacation and will plan to play it again next time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 07/08/2023

Thank you so much! We are glad you enjoyed your experience despite the rainfall. We are fortunate to have a great staff and look forward to your next visit!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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u2186351
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Course

Great Course. Great layout. Wide Fairways on most holes. Beautiful scenery. Greens were great! Was debating other courses while on vacation, glad I picked Kelly Plantation, would play again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/08/2023

Thank you so much for picking Kelly Plantation! We are glad you enjoyed the scenery, the fairways and the greens. We look forward to seeing in the future!

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mgilkey13
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Such a Fun Course

My father in law and niece played Kelly Plantation again for the second time during our vacation from Louisville, and it once again exceeded expectations. The course itself was in fantastic condition, and has a genuinely FUN layout presenting many options and shots for both strong and casual golfers. We are the latter! ;). The greens roll true, and are so spongelike the ball hardly leaves a divot. The sand is soft, the fairways and rough are filled in and present fair lies.

The friendly and welcoming staff, proshop, and restaurant areas are also top notch. You’ll also enjoy the cold, juicy apples on the tee at number 10… a nice “southern charm” touch.

If you are able to get on at Kelly, I would highly recommend you give it a run. We would like to return again by the end of the trip.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/08/2023

We are so glad that you had a great trip. Delivering a great golf experience is very important to us and we are grateful for your thoughtful review regarding the course conditions, the staff and even the apples! We look forward to your next visit to Kelly Plantation!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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u000002212270
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course

Great layout, facilities are nice and the staff are super friendly and professional. Really enjoyed our day!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/08/2023

We are so glad you enjoyed the facilities and the layout. Our staff is committed to delivering a 5-star experience and we are honored by your thoughtful review. We look forward to seeing you in the future!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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Jay4333615
Played On
Reviews 4
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 07/23/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation and we look forward to your next visit!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 07/08/2023

Thank you for visiting Kelly Plantation and we look forward to your next visit!

Robert Whitt, PGA

Head Golf Professional

Kelly Plantation Golf Club

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