Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort in Gulf Shores, Alabama, USA

Rating Snapshot

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Last 6 Months
Last 12 Months

4.7

500 Reviews (500)

5 Stars

401

4 Stars

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2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

4.5

Value

4.2

Layout

4.8

Friendliness

4.8

Pace

4.6

Amenities

4.7

92.3%

Recommend this course

482 out of 500 reviews

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4.7

15 Reviews (15)

5 Stars

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3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

4.3

Value

4.1

Layout

4.8

Pace

4.5

Amenities

4.7

StaffFriendliness

4.9

93.3%

Recommend this course

14 out of 15 reviews

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Average Rating

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4.6

25 Reviews (25)

5 Stars

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Conditions

4.3

Value

4.0

Layout

4.8

Pace

4.4

Amenities

4.6

StaffFriendliness

4.8

88.0%

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22 out of 25 reviews

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AI summaries based on real golfer reviews

Course Highlights

Craft Farms delivers a top-rated layout with rolling terrain, challenging greens, and well-maintained fairways across its 36 holes. Exceptionally welcoming staff consistently elevate the experience, making this Orange Beach destination well worth the visit.

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Holes 18

Type Semi-Private

Par 72

Length 6848 yards

Slope 123

Rating 71.8

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Satellite Layout

Tees

Tee	Par	Length	Rating	Slope
Gold	72	6848 yards	71.8	123
Blue	72	6432 yards	69.8	119
White	72	5975 yards	67.5	113
Silver	72	5458 yards	65.7	107
Red	72	5027 yards	68.3	113

Track Rounds

Scorecard

Scorecard for Cypress Bend

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Total
Gold M: 72.9/135	413	453	490	401	368	170	550	185	359	3389	440	375	212	543	428	178	399	379	505	3459	6848
Blue M: 71.0/128	377	435	475	372	333	166	525	153	339	3175	393	357	185	517	401	163	381	360	500	3257	6432
White M: 68.7/124	342	420	462	341	300	148	500	130	315	2958	360	330	177	474	368	149	340	340	479	3017	5975
Silver M: 66.1/114 W: 71.3/125	317	364	432	321	290	148	467	110	280	2729	315	315	147	445	342	140	290	295	440	2729	5458
Red M: 64.2/110 W: 68.8/119	294	338	412	296	258	127	404	101	252	2482	310	268	142	438	327	115	275	260	410	2545	5027
Red Senior W: 63.2/107	222	271	302	244	202	127	352	101	187	2008	240	213	142	353	254	115	205	200	302	2024	4032
Handicap	9	1	11	5	13	15	3	17	7		8	4	14	12	2	18	16	10	6
Par	4	4	5	4	4	3	5	3	4	36	4	4	3	5	4	3	4	4	5	36	72
Handicap (W)	15	7	3	1	9	13	5	17	11		4	14	18	2	8	16	10	12	6

Course Details

Year Built 1993

Golf Season Year round

Architect Arnold Palmer (1993) Ed Seay (1993)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees

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, Amex Accepted

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Dress code Proper attire is required.

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities

Accolades

Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Alabama (2024 #4) (2023 #6) (2022 #19) (2021 #13) (2020 #6) (2019 #11)
Golf Advisor: Top 25 Off-course amenities in the U.S. (2024 #10)
Golf Advisor: Top 25 Friendliest Courses in the U.S. (2024 #22)

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Reviews

4.7

500 Reviews (500)

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Pandastegman

Played On 04/12/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

bO4UuaS4eMM2PjAOU8Ak

Played On 04/11/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

First Time Playing

Great course for any level of golfer

We’re in town for vacation (mid April) and had a blast playing this course. The starter Rick was very kind and offered tips for some of the harder holes and we really enjoyed chatting with him before teeing off. Paola in the Pro Shop was lovely to chat with as well. Overall we really enjoyed this course and would 100% play here again, despite the amount of time we spent in the sand :)

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Photo submitted by bO4UuaS4eMM2PjAOU8Ak on 04/11/2023

Comment

CraftFarmsGolf

Commented on 06/06/2023

Thank you for the review. At Craft Farms we work hard to make a round of golf the best part of every vacation! Come back for another round anytime, and watch out for the sand.

LawrenceJaySmithjr

Played On 03/21/2023

Reviews 8

Handicap 5-9

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Windy weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Average

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

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u316158305

Played On 03/20/2023

Reviews 1

5.0

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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NYZ4TXV9WNPELRFqP40N

Played On 03/17/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

First Time Playing

Excellent Service

Paola was very kind and helpful! Highly recommend this place!

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Comment

CraftFarmsGolf

Commented on 06/06/2023

We work hard to give every guest a five star experience, and Paola does a terrific job taking care of our guests in the Golf Shop! Thanks for reviewing Craft Farms.

afollendorf2

Played On 03/15/2023

Reviews 1

Handicap 15-19

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Cold weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

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u000007670160

Played On 03/14/2023

Reviews 15

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Previously Played

Great course

Always fun. Great course.

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Photo submitted by u000007670160 on 03/15/2023

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97oMNpV46ilLIMOorTiC

Played On 03/13/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once every three months

5.0

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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NfKlGYIM5fpC2q5H2419

Played On 03/13/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Beginner

Plays Once a year

5.0

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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jTH8J8uqMuCRUkcGnDLL

Played On 03/13/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Previously Played

Great fun!

Paula was excellent in the pro shop. Course was fun & accommodating for youth players!

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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cabes2

Played On 03/13/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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97wolverine

Played On 03/10/2023

Reviews 5

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Great courses

Loved everything about the course, fairways were great and the greens were in great condition even with a little sand.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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u314163720516

Played On 02/26/2023

Reviews 1

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Good

Comment

8itUy8B8XhLR4fKMt9DS

Played On 02/15/2023

Reviews 1

5.0

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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wiwgolfing

Played On 02/28/2023

Reviews 3

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Good place

I've played both Cypress and Cotton this trip and, with the exception of path only when I played Cotton, I found everything to be very well managed and maintained. Pro shop staff, cart assistants, starter and beverage cart staff were all friendly and helpful. The courses were in great shape and both are enjoyable tracks.

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Photo submitted by wiwgolfing on 03/01/2023

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richnkaren

Played On 02/27/2023

Reviews 45

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Average

Amenities Good

Comment

u959661839

Played On 02/28/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

First Time Playing

Great service and course

Can’t beat this place. Great people and great course! Definitely playing again.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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u288164102

Played On 02/24/2023

Reviews 6

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

First Time Playing

Great Value in Gulf Shores

My personal favorite in Gulf Shores is Kiva Dunes. However, I have found a less expensive go to option in Cypress Bend. I thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful design especially the back nine. Water is evident on almost every hole yet didn’t seem too impact play. Greens ran true albeit slower than Kiva. The large tee boxes were able to absorb a large amount of play. If I had a criticism it would be the fairway overseeding which included up to and around the greens. Grooves were very evident as if the seeding did not take well. Playing the ball down consistently was difficult. Aside from that I loved the course and will play again. Rates after 1pm were $70 and was a very good value. Range balls are included.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

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u314162435318

Played On 02/21/2023

Reviews 12

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Average

Comment

moshark

Played On 02/19/2023

Reviews 12

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Craft farms

Played both courses, nice but expensive,

Cost more then others which are just as nice.

Conditions Excellent

Value Average

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

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FAQ

What is the address of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort?

Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort is located at 3840 Cotton Creek Blvd, Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542, Baldwin County.

Is Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort open to the public?

Yes, Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort is open to the public.

What year did Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort open?

Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort was built in 1993.

Who designed Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort?

Arnold Palmer (1993) and Ed Seay (1993) are the architects of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort.

What is the par of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort

The par of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort is 72.

What is the length of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort

The length of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort is 6848 yards.

What is the rating of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort

The rating of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort is 71.8.

What is the slope of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort

The slope of Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort is 123.

What are the course conditions at Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at Cypress Bend at The Craft Farms Resort are excellent.

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