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4.5
2098 Reviews (2098)
5 Stars
1509
4 Stars
414
3 Stars
112
2 Stars
35
1 Stars
28
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.4
91.8%
Recommend this course
1957 out of 2098 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.3
76 Reviews (76)
5 Stars
42
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.6
86.8%
Recommend this course
66 out of 76 reviews
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4.4
217 Reviews (217)
5 Stars
135
4 Stars
56
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
90.8%
Recommend this course
197 out of 217 reviews
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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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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

Accolades

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Reviews

4.5
2098 Reviews (2098)

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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Simply first class

Have played a few premium courses and this is top of class - greens like carpet and great yet playable layout. Highly recommend and the staff is first class. What a special day. We had 7:18 tee time and wrapped at 10:45, no pressure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Loved playing behind a fivesome…

For the price of this course, it is absolutely ridiculous that they allows fivesome to play in front of our group of three for the entire round.

I played here twice this week. The second round ruined the destination forever.

Incredible range and the setting was really nice, and the course was challenging, but the way that they managed their tee times was inexcusable.

I would not play here again with a 100% discount

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
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5.0
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Kelly Plantation Destin Fl

Overall 10 for me. Club house food and drinks, practice greens, chipping and driving range very well maintained.

6 different locations per tee box to tee off from.Tee boxes felt like stepping on carpet and easy to place a tee.

Fairways well maintained with enough bunkers to make it challenging. Greens with enough sloap but easy to read .

Extremely pleased!

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fun track

Great course, excellent conditions. Th entire experience was first class.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
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Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course

Staff was incredible, helpful in every way. From getting you lined up for the start of your day to taking care of your clubs after. The food and drinks were fantastic and the entire experience was first class. Well worth every penny

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great Course

Course was fantastic. Staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Drinks were on par and the food was great. The chilled apples definitely were a highlight. I highly recommend this course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Epic!

The course was in epic condition—easily the kind of setup that even PGA professionals would appreciate. Every fairway, green, and approach felt dialed in and intentional. It’s technical enough to challenge lower handicaps, yet still very playable and enjoyable for golfers in the teens.

This isn’t just a round of golf—it’s a treat. The layout, the conditioning, and the overall vibe make it one of those courses you’ll be talking about long after the final putt drops.

And don’t overlook the people—everyone on staff helped make the day memorable. Pro tip: don’t forget to take care of the cart girls—they’re part of what makes the experience so enjoyable.

If you’re anywhere near Destin, this is a must-play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun Course in the Florida panhandle

Great overall course if you’re in the Destin, Florida area. Great course layout with one hole that has a great view of the bay. Course was in really great shape for being this early in the season. Ranger was a little overzealous on speeding up pace of play, but all in all, the staff was very friendly. I’d recommend and if I’m in the area I will play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
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 Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
1.0
Previously Played

Very bad experience

Cart didn’t track yardage the first five holes and then quit on hole 12. Repeated messages to clubhouse went unanswered. Made the whole experience bad.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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 Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Let the good Times roll

Had a great time! Very friendly staff made us feel right at home. Enjoy a great round of golf and the scenery was spectacular.

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

Nice Track

The course was in pretty decent shape for this time of year. The greens needed to be cut, but again it’s March. I really look forward to playing this course again. Had the greens been cut, I would’ve given the course 5 stars. For the cost of greens fees, I expect the greens to be great shape. All in all, yes I would definitely play this course again. The people who work there were very helpful and pleasant. They do have nice practice facilities. Thumbs up for Kelly plantation

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Broke my personal record. Shot an 80

This was a fantastic course for my first time playing in Florida. The BLT and fries at the clubhouse was delicious and just enough food to get me thru the 18 holes. The views of the 9th and 18th greens while eating on the patio was beautiful. A huge shout out to Rob at the drop off because was exceptional at his job. He was very friendly and knowledgeable of the facilities. The views driving around the course were beautiful especially the gulf views from holes 3 and 4. Every one of the staff members were beyond friendly and willing to help in any way possible. Thank you for having me at the course and thank you for an unforgettable round of golf. I will definitely be back again!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 60
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Pricey yet great track!

Best layout of the three courses we played. Too many bare spots on fairways and around tee boxes for the price we played, but could be an amazing course. Clubhouse is really nice!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
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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