The Savannahs GC: #8
Short part 3 over water, nicknamed the Alligator Trap.
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3.9
995 Reviews (995)
5 Stars
242
4 Stars
495
3 Stars
178
2 Stars
55
1 Stars
25
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
85.7%
Recommend this course
864 out of 995 reviews
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3.9
60 Reviews (60)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.9
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
85.0%
Recommend this course
51 out of 60 reviews
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3.9
116 Reviews (116)
5 Stars
36
4 Stars
47
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
82.8%
Recommend this course
96 out of 116 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 - "Golf Academy at Savannahs Golf Club"
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 must be worn at all times while on the course and practice range. No Tank Tops allowed, collared shirts or Mockneck t-shirts suggested.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.9
995 Reviews (995)

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 9
Handicap 10-14
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 Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 64
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Fun course, fast greens

This course is a fun one. It's not long but very playable. The greens are in good shape, some of the fairways need some help but overall, I e seen a lot worse. I will return soon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Savanahs

Friendly staff, course decent. Easier to get on this course during peak season than most local courses.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 25+
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Lots of crocs, but a nice course

Going from Orlando to Cape canaveral to watch a launch, The Savannah was a good location to play. Course in great shape. Tee-boxes and fairways in good condition. Greens hard and dry and difficult to read. So that was a nice challenge. A few restrooms were out-of-service. Overall nice course and friendly starter.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Challenging and Fun !

My son and I played here first time today on a recommendation that was very accurate. Afternoon 12noon $35 for 18 holes a great value. Course is very challenging with lots of water and tight shots on front nine. Back nine much less water and mor wide open. You don’t need driver on many holes with shot selection and course management being important. Greens were fast and rolled true. Only negative point, some tee boxes need regrown/re-seeded and maybe leveled off. Otherwise we will be back to play here again ! For sure !

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Challenging front 9

Lots of water on the front 9… it will test you!

Greens were awesome and fast, had a great time on this course and would highly recommend… make sure you allow for a 5 hour round, well worth it!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 113
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

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The course has improved tremendously in the last 6-8 months. Really appreciate all efforts going into making this club great again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course offers an enjoyable round of golf.

This was the first time that my wife and I had the chance to play the Savannahs Golf Club. We liked everything about the course. There is plenty of water hazards but fairways are wide enough to avoid them. We will definitely play the course when we are back in Florida. Wildlife on the course was a nice bonus.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course tee box options fit my wife & my skill level

Very enjoyable afternoon of golf. Course is challenging but fair. Greens were in good condition but rolling fast. Would have liked a sandwich afterwards. Will play the course again when in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 46
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nice layout

Course is in fairly good condition. Have played here several times.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Unusual driving range

I can honest say I don't typically hit balls into water.... on purpose, however, the driving range at the Savannahs is just that, into the water. Kinda fun. The course is well marked and easy to get around. There's plenty of water, but again, well marked. It was our first visit and I would certainly play it again.

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value!

The course is good, there’s lots of water & tight fairways. Overall the value here is good, it can sometimes get backed up but pace is steady.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 46
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 36
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Short tight with small greens

Did not care for the course. I played the second longest tees at slightly under 6000 yards( I usually play between 6100 and 6400. Fairways were very tight most with hazards on both sides. Some were short with water if you hit it too far. I used 5 and 6 irons for tee shots on 3 holes and still had less than 100 yards to pin.

Layout was odd with the cart path on two holes taking you into the hitting area of a different hole ( partner almost got beaned)

Greens were small and raised. Condition of greens were ok especially considering the fairly low greens fee

Staff were indeed friendly and I suspect, it would have been a better experience, but the pace of play was agonizing. We had two groups on many tees on the back nine.

I personally would not play there again.

I suppose if you are a short hitter who hits it solid it may be fun

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
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