The Savannahs GC: #8
Short part 3 over water, nicknamed the Alligator Trap.
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3.9
1026 Reviews (1026)
5 Stars
251
4 Stars
514
3 Stars
180
2 Stars
55
1 Stars
26
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.9
86.1%
Recommend this course
893 out of 1026 reviews
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4.0
70 Reviews (70)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
39
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.2
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
92.9%
Recommend this course
65 out of 70 reviews
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3.9
99 Reviews (99)
5 Stars
25
4 Stars
48
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.0
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
84.8%
Recommend this course
84 out of 99 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout earns consistent praise for its variety, with a tight front nine and more open back nine that tests every club. Staff friendliness stands out as a top strength, with welcoming employees enhancing the overall experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Woodland
Par 72
Length 6422 yards
Slope 124
Rating 71.4

Challenge the Savannahs. On the windward side of Merritt island lies one of the most unique golf courses on Florida's Space Coast. The 6,450 yard Gordon G. Lewis design winds through majestic hardwood forests, natural wetlands, and scenic lakes to reveal protected, undulated greens. Nine holes are framed by a natural savannah conservation area, bordered by hammocks with a high canopy of trees and coastal flatwoods. Water, in the form of natural wetlands and manmade lakes, comes into play on thirteen holes. The course boasts several unforgettable holes, such as the 525-yard, par 5 Signature 7th, regarded as one of the most challenging holes in Central Florida. This beautifully tight, typically southern course features six sets of tees, making play ideal for beginners and pros. The back tees are demanding even for the best of the best, while our new “Family Tees” are playable by anyone who wants to tee up. Prepare for your round by warming up on our practice facilities that include: unique aqua range, chipping and bunker area, and full-sized practice putting green. Look around during your visit, and you will notice nature's splendor on display. Our preserve features many water birds, birds of prey, reptiles, and low country mammals that make the savannahs their home. The fairways additionally offer a great view of the nearby Cape Canaveral rocket launches. Our southern plantation styled Clubhouse is a great place to start and end your day at The Savannahs. Inside you will find a golf shop, plus a bar and grill with great food and hospitality to match. Or, wander outside to the veranda overlooking the aqua range and golf course to catch the sunset.

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Course Details

Year Built 1989
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gordon G. Lewis (1989)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.9
1026 Reviews (1026)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 13
19th Hole Scenic Views 8
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 60
Narrow Fairways 37
Bunkers 30
This course/club is great for:
Locals 41
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 35
Advanced Golfers 23
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 31
In the 'Burbs 21
Convenient to the City 15

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Reviews 32
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Changed names

I think they changed the name of the course to space coast golf. Which I could t find in my 18 birdies. I also believe they changed the layout cause the course that came up wasn’t the same order. That’s all good though I actually golfed better. It’s a beautiful course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 64
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

nice day for a round

Me and a buddy were able to play on Thursday, the weather was exceptional. Courses in good condition. Had a great time.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 142
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 49
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Space Coast 5-12-26

Got a 1230pm tee time for under $40. Jimmy in the pro shop was super helpful and friendly. Course is in pretty good shape given the tough winter and drought. Tees needed mowing but not a problem. Fairways good. Greens pretty good too. Bev cart came around 3 times and she was great. Jeff and Marshall were great too. They let me try on some shirts right in the pro shop. BTW, their logo is cool but the brand of shirt sizes smaller than the label so try it on before you leave. My apologies to the other single they were going to pair me with. I just wasn’t ready to go and didn’t want to rush to the tee or hold you up. Overall I really enjoyed it and would highly recommend especially for the price.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 68
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Hot Day on Course

I hadn't played since last September so I chose to play by myself rather than join the twosome in front of me.. My game came back slowly but the course was in pretty good shape. The real story was the te.perature.. When I got home I checked the weather and found out the te.p with humidity made it feel like 106 degrees. I jumped into my87 degrees pool and stayed there.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Space Coast Golf

Great course. Only issue was the outside drink/snack option never opened, and at the turn around 10:15am the inside restaurant still wasn't opened. Maybe that's normal, but it would be nice for some sort of options for at least water and soda somewhere.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 58
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

FUN COURSE TO PLAY

Great course with lots of wildlife. Gators, otters, and a wide variety of birds/ducks. Staff is the best!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 374
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Couse conditions

I play this course using free drop fairway/rough. Some bad patches off the fairways and alot of the greens.

Elevated/ firm fast greens made for a challenging round. Loved the conditions of the greens (great grass that played consistant/ fast anf fair. Good golfers will enjoy these greens.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value

Fairy quiet weekday afternoon. Good layout good condition

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great course

Excellent challenging course, friendly staff had a great time. We definitely come back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Savannahs now known as Space Coast

New ownership has improved many aspects of course condition. Better than two years ago. No 9 hole value.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 127
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

All staff were friendly and helpful

Course is in good shape. Small elevated greens were semi-fast. Most fairways and tee boxes were in good shape. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Beer Cart girl was around 4-5 times and was friendly. Course is narrow with lots of water. Lots of wildlife. I played on a super windy day. Tough course in the wind.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Worst golf experience I’ve ever had!

Pros: The guy in the pro shop was super nice and respectful.

The cart girl was nice but poured our drink in a dirty cup.

Cons: HORRIBLE PACE OF PLAY. About 1:3 groups had young kids. Super rude players. No ranger. The course doesn’t look like how it does online and golf now straight up catfish. The course layout is decent on the front 9 but the back 9 is disgusting. This place used to be really nice but now it seems the new management is only focused on the restaurant and bar. I normally don’t mind a cheap/crappy course even if it’s slow but this was such a bad experience we left after hole 12.

Also I’m not leaving this review to hurt the course yall just need to rethink your choices you ruined a legendary course.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 47
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Challenging Layout

Overall the course was a fun challenge. The pace of play was fairly slow and the conditions were not great - not terrible but needs some TLC.

Still not sure why they would change the name. Seems like the money would have been better spent improving the conditions.

Overall I recommend the course. Just hope they get a handle on the weeds and the conditions.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
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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