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Kelly Plantation Golf Club

4.5
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4.5
2081 Reviews (2081)
5 Stars
1499
4 Stars
409
3 Stars
112
2 Stars
35
1 Stars
26
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.4
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92.2%
Recommend this course
1943 out of 2081 reviews
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4.3
66 Reviews (66)
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
89.4%
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59 out of 66 reviews
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4.5
210 Reviews (210)
5 Stars
131
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
91.9%
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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 6453 yards 71.6 128
Combination P/P 72 6134 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
Magnolia (W) 72 4989 yards 69.3 119
Mangolia 72 4989 yards 65.0 112
Track Rounds
Scorecard
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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4.5
2081 Reviews (2081)

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Briannordberg
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Excellent golf course to play.

Only one in Destin that had green fairways.

Very picturesque and the ladies liked it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/21/2026

Thank you so much for bringing your ladies' group and for your kind words. We pride ourselves on great course conditions and are glad you were happy with the green fairways. We would love to have you back out again in the near future.

Regards,

Kelly Plantation Golf Club Professional Staff

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markfajt
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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johnneodell
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Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Golf Experience

Kelly Plantation is an outstanding golf club. The course, clubhouse and staff are all excellent. I play here every time we are in Destin. I already look forward to next year.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 02/21/2026

Thank you so much for visiting and for returning each year! We are glad you enjoyed the clubhouse, course and staff and look forward to seeing you again next year!

Regards,

Kelly Plantation Golf Club Professional Staff

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Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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5MjO6TgmQ5TNAXuTrUxA
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Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Basses
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Reviews 46
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Perfect! Except for wind!

All the staff at Kelly Plantation are first rate! Awesome service and awesome course. Mother Nature’s wind was our only hindrance!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/21/2026

Thank you so much for visiting us and for your kind words. It does get windy, and while it adds to the challenge, it can be quite daunting. We are glad you had a great time despite the windy conditions. I will be sure to pass your kind words on to our incredible staff!

Regards, Kelly Plantation Golf Club Professional Staff

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u314159837255
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Winter Golf

Winter golf conditions, dry fairways, greens fast. Great layout through the resort neighborhood, cost too high for the course condition.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 02/21/2026

Thank you so much for your visit! We are sorry to hear that you didn't feel it was a great value at $89. Here are some sentiments from your fellow players who also played in the winter.

"Hands down best overall course in the area. The track was pure, greens were fast. The staff was very nice, can’t wait to come back to play this course again."

Regards,

Kelly Plantation Golf Club Professional Staff.

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u141684745
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Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Excellent course

The course is beautiful and staff were friendly and helpful. Had a ranger to keep pace of play on target. Gives a good challenge for anyone’s game

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/21/2026

Thank you so much for your visit! We are glad you enjoyed the course and that our staff took great care of you! While challenging, we do pride ourselves on keeping up our pace of play! We look forward to seeing you again in the near future!

Regards,

Kelly Plantation Golf Club Professional Staff

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Tjs1335
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Jtorres46
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best course in the area

Hands down best overall course in the area. The track was pure, greens were fast. The staff was very nice, can’t say to come back to play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 02/21/2026

Thank you so much for your visit and your kind words! We agree that it is the best course in the area and take pride in a staff and course conditions that are top notch! We look forward to seeing you in the future!

Regards,

Kelly Plantation Golf Club Professional Staff

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Teeeshot1
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice to play and good value

Course was in nice shape. Cost was reduced to $99 which made it a decent value

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 02/21/2026

Thank you so much for visiting and we are glad you enjoyed the course! We look forward to your next visit!

Regards,

Kelly Plantation Golf Club Professional Staff

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BigDogMilton
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fall 2025

We visited in late October with 8 golfers and enjoyed everything about this course, from checkin to finish and in between. The course and greens were fantastic and my group even said we'd play this two times in one day - it was that good. We'll see waht replay rates are like in 2026.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 02/21/2026

Thank you so much for your visit and for playing our course! We are happy to hear that you and your group of 8 were satisfied with their experience! Let's get you back in 2026! Our replay rates are extremely affordable!

Regards,

Kelly Plantation Golf Club Professional Staff

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u314161372620
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Perfect day!

I had lunch at the club before my round and the menu is new. The Mahi sandwich was delicious and the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies, oh mercy. The course is in great shape and the staff was friendly, courteous and helpful.

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Commented on 10/22/2025

Thank you so much for visiting and for sharing your kind words. We love the new menu and the course in absolutely pure right now. We look forward to your next visit!

Regards, Kelly Plantation Professional Staff

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u803233872
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Bag Drop to the 18th

Our foursome had an exceptional experience at Kelly Plantation. From the moment we dropped our bags to the end of our round. The staff was exceptionally helpful, courteous, and kind. The course was in perfect condition and challenging. If you’re ever in the Destin area, make sure Kelly Plantation is on your list of must plays.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/22/2025

We are glad you consider your visit exceptional as that is what we are determined to deliver every day. Our staff is committed to this and we are grateful to have them. The course is absolutely pure right now and we are glad you enjoyed it!

Regards, Kelly Plantation Professional Staff

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best Course in Miramar beach

Great course, layout, driving range and the people were super nice. Great rate specially if you are 17 and under 50 dollars for a top 100 golf course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/22/2025

Thank you so much for visiting and we are glad that you had a great experience! We are glad you enjoyed the layout and experienced a great value for your junior golfer. We look forward to your next visit!

Regards, Kelly Plantation Professional Staff

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
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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gn25842784
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Rally2024
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 1
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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