The Savannahs GC: #8
Short part 3 over water, nicknamed the Alligator Trap.
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3.9
994 Reviews (994)
5 Stars
242
4 Stars
494
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
85.6%
Recommend this course
863 out of 994 reviews
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3.9
59 Reviews (59)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
26
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
84.7%
Recommend this course
50 out of 59 reviews
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3.9
117 Reviews (117)
5 Stars
36
4 Stars
48
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
82.9%
Recommend this course
97 out of 117 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
994 Reviews (994)

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 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course has been improved and it's in very good condition

Course is in very good condition. Keep up the good work! If there's any money left in the kitty, repair the cement cart paths

They are very hard on your back. Many have broken pieces that are raised up making for hard rides

. Otherwise it is a pleasure to play the course. One thing more, please correct the drains on the fairways, one is a foot deep, if you hit with a cart, it could cause an accident.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 64
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing

We had a good time here.

It was our first time here. We enjoyed our round there. It was in good shape considering a Tropical storm just rolled through there recently. The staff there was friendly and helpful. They have earned new coustomers with us and will definely return soon. Thanks

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

WOW

What a TREMENDOUS turnaround! I played this course over a year and a half ago, and it was in terrible shape. Dead greens, terrible fairways, over grown/dead tee boxes. It looked as the course was going under.

The tee boxes have been resodded, the fairways are lush and soft, and the greens have come such a long way. There’s little to no dead spots on this course, absolutely none on the greens. The greens are very true to there roll, they are just a a tad slow due to the regrowing of them, but they are much softer and not firm. I was able to check the ball several times. The new head pro has brought in an entirely new team and money/hardwork/know-how have really done a number on this course in a positive way. Really the only downside to this place, if you even want to call it a negative is the green speed. It varies from about 9-10, but again they are very pure and roll very true. Come March of 22, this place will be the hottest course in the area when the greens are rolling a 12.

The pace of play was awesome and we played in about 3.5 hours even after matching with a single for a threesome at 9:40 on a Sunday. Someone did jump in front of us on the back on 10, but we weren’t really held up and they let us through after 3 holes. I absolutely recommend this course. It’s worth more than the $26-36 you’ll pay.

Try the bbq smoked on site after the round!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course for the money

Played on a Saturday so busy. Course in pretty good shape even after rain. Tough first time as some of the water and hazards are hidden. Overall very enjoyable and will be back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course conditions

Course has been improved, money does wonders. Needs to have more water to drink, cement cart paths need work, and not a good idea to have to step over ropes to get to the tee box. They even have flags marking off the water areas in the fairways. Keep up the good work!

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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 74
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing

Wet Cart Path only

Such a nice course. Unfortunately it was cart path only so the round took almost 5 hours. Some fairways were acceptable by cart, which would have helped pace of

Play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 97
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Superb Island Golf

This is a fantastic course and should be on everyones list if in the area. Staff very friendly from the pro shop to the starter who allowed us an early start as a two-ball to get ahead of a foursome. There are some lovely holes with plenty of water to keep you concentrated though there are only a few holes with forced carries. Loved the 18th hole though will need to try to get my par next time I visit - hopefully sometime soon!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 91
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Awesome Course

I drove from Orlando to play at Savannahs and was not disappointed

The course was empty (it was a Wednesday mid morning) and I played as a single so flew around !!

The course was in great condition and has an interesting layout. If you have never played there before (like me) you need to get the course layout booklet. There are a number of holes where you need to know the distance to water that corses the fairways

I liked this as it made yoh think and it was not always driver on the par 4s

I will be back if I see a great deal again

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Good value for the money

Decent course. Slow greens but smooth. A lot of water, especially on the front 9. Cool vibe with the music on the range. Staff was friendly. Good value for the money overall.

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

Great Course

Fun course to play and a good challenge. Scenery is great, get to see Gators up close. Close to the beach and NASA. Big launch coming up Friday, Thinking about going back and watching Launch while I play. Staff is awesome and great bar. For drinks. Highly recommend.

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

Great Service

Great all around service from the time you walk in until the time you walk out. Great day on the course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great course

This course was in perfect condition. Thanks to the friendliest staff, it really made my day and was the best golf experience that I've had in a long time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best scramble ever!!!

Found this course on a scramble hunter website. Played the course for my first time ever. This was the most fun and fairest scramble I’ve ever played in. There wasn’t a -22 or -27 that won. The best scores were -15 and -14. They even flighted the whole event. People who shot -3 won their flight. Can’t wait to come back and play this course again!!!

PS, tell the Superintendent he’s got amazing greens for central Florida in the summertime

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Wow!!! Great conditions and fun!

Course is in the best condition in many many years. Greens are in great shape. Looking forward to my next visit, cart girl and staff were super friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course when it's dry. Played the last few weeks and it was great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Fun Layout

Played the course for the first time today with my son. Course was in great shape. Greens were rolling great. The layout makes you think. You can lay up or chance going in water. I will be back, even though it’s a little over an hour drive. Plus, the guys in the clubhouse were very helpful.

Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Played On
Reviews 56
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
1.0
First Time Playing

Sooooooooo slow

This is a really cool course. Tight with lots of water. But the pace of place is HORRIBLE over one hour to play 5 holes

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 08/13/2022

Good afternoon Dear Soooooooooooo slow...

This is Erik with Savannahs Golf Club. We are saddened to hear about your experience. Please reach out to me at Erik.Anderson@savannahsgolf.com to further discuss your day at the concern. Thanks so much and we would love to have you back out.

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