The Savannahs GC: #8
Short part 3 over water, nicknamed the Alligator Trap.
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3.9
989 Reviews (989)
5 Stars
240
4 Stars
493
3 Stars
177
2 Stars
54
1 Stars
25
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
85.8%
Recommend this course
859 out of 989 reviews
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3.9
54 Reviews (54)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.9
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
85.2%
Recommend this course
46 out of 54 reviews
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3.9
127 Reviews (127)
5 Stars
39
4 Stars
56
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
85.0%
Recommend this course
108 out of 127 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
989 Reviews (989)

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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Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Improving greed

The course is getting better with the greens. However they need to verticut and mow the greens more frequently

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 54
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Fun Course and Well Managed

Always fun to play at Savannah's, course has a great layout and the entire staff and cart girl are fantastic.

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Previously Played

Poor stsffing

Course was great, very well kept, although the course marshal (older gentlemen with longer hair) was very disrespectful. Ruined the expierence for me and my buddies.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Used my entire bag

Yes, there were dry spots on the fairway and "some" greens. You can easily move your ball a couple of inches for a clean look. For me, best part of this course...I used every club in my bag. Had to play "smart golf" on a few holes. This course is well worth the $$.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Once a gem

Once a gem golf course in the space coast area is now a barren cow pasture. I first learned how to play golf at Savannah‘s and spent so many afternoons enjoying the course. Well, I don’t play it as regularly now. I played it for the first time since December. The conditions in December were drastically better than the ones I experienced on the 26th. From what I heard the course is for sale and they are clearly not putting any money into keeping up the conditions. I have never seen the practice facility in such disrepair. There is hardly any Bermuda grass on the practice putting green and water probably hasn’t touched the surface of the chipping green since I last played it. The bunkers look like they haven’t been raked ever. Tea boxes contain very little grass and mostly Florida sand. One very small body of water I counted 12 alligators. The pace of play was absolutely ridiculous, considering the quality of the course.. holes were double and triple stacked with groups and it took well over 5 1/2 hours to play a round. The greens are being overrun by POA and other devastating weeds. There is no sign that they are trying to prevent the greens from being taken over. It seems to be massively overstaffed by a bunch of 19 year olds who do nothing all day long. The group in front of us cart died completely, maybe 20 feet away from three employees and they didn’t pay attention were too preoccupied, chatting, and playing on their phones to notice or lend a hand even though we were calling for their assistance. I never thought I would say it, but Savannah‘s golf course is the second worst golf course that I have ever played.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course needs water

This is an interesting golf course with lots of wildlife, however, they are not watering the fairways so you’re playing a lot of dirt & brown grass at this point. I hope they r getting it back into good shape once the rain starts.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not worth more than the hot deal

Cart was dirty, couldn’t drive the cart to your car and when finished cart had to be left on cart path after the 18th hole! From there you had to gather your stuff and lug it across the parking lot! Greens were in fair shape.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Even though we're having a drought the course was in good condition.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 40
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Savannahs

Greens were great. Course needed a little TOC. Good value for the money.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 60
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Drying out

Dry in FL now, some dead patches on or near fairways

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 54
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Course for the Money

Course has a nice layout with plenty of doglegs, water hazards, along with wildlife. The staff and cart girl are fantastic.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 40
Skill Advanced
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 Average
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
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