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4.0
461 Reviews (461)
5 Stars
247
4 Stars
146
3 Stars
41
2 Stars
20
1 Stars
7
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.0
73.5%
Recommend this course
406 out of 461 reviews
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4.4
27 Reviews (27)
5 Stars
16
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
85.2%
Recommend this course
23 out of 27 reviews
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4.2
41 Reviews (41)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.2
Value
3.7
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.3
80.5%
Recommend this course
33 out of 41 reviews
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Course Highlights
Slammer & Squire features a highly regarded layout that challenges golfers of all skill levels while remaining genuinely enjoyable. Friendly, helpful staff and solid course amenities consistently enhance the overall experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6939 yards
Slope 127
Rating 72.7

World Golf Village is home to 36 challenging holes of championship golf. The Slammer & Squire Course is named after the two World Golf Hall of Fame legends, Sam Snead and Gene Sarazen, who served as consultants to the course's designer, Bobby Weed. The golf course is known for its tricky par-3 holes and the carefully preserved beauty of the landscape. Its traditional layout meanders through native flatwoods and hardwood hammocks, running alongside wetland preserves and a wildlife habitat. The scenic Slammer & Squire Course features contoured greens and gently rolling, generous fairways. There is also an abundance of water on the golf course in the forms of lakes and marshes.

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Course Details

Year Built 1998
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round. Peak Season: Mid-February - May
Architect Bobby Weed (1998) Sam Snead (1998) Gene Sarazen (1998) MacCurrach Golf

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Jacuzzi

Available Activities

Swimming, Fishing, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Course Conditions in the U.S. (2022 #2)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Layout in the U.S. (2022 #24)
  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Florida (2022 #18) (2021 #8) (2020 #9)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Friendliest Courses in the U.S. (2017 #15)
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Reviews

4.0
461 Reviews (461)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 42
19th Hole Scenic Views 21
Patio Dining 21
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 56
Water Hazards 50
Undulating Greens 38
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 44
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 38
Entertaining Clients 37
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 48
Worth the Drive 42
Near Local Attractions 39

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Reviews 18
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

+ turnaround

The course conditions have greatly improved over the last several weeks, as it was very poor several months ago. The fairways and the greens are in great shape, just on the shaggy/ slow side. There are a few shabby tee boxes that could really use some work/ grass.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Undisclosed "Resort Fee"

The course was fine. But my total cost was $87.81, not the reservation confirmation amount of $84.13 with most of the difference being an undisclosed "resort fee". If a course charges a resort fee, it should either be shown as a separate line item, or be added to the "Total Greens Fees". Do better, be honest in your pricing. Also charging 3% for using a credit card is just tacky.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens Really Slow

Overall overpriced for the green condition, very very weary slow. Like putting on Velcro.

Fairways and teeing areas are nice.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Wait to play greens are shaggy

Great overall course just ruined by post airrated greens. They were like putting on shag carpet.

It's like showing up for a date meeting in person and you find out the pictures you seen of the person where 10 years ago and 50lbs lighter.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great Course

Overall, Great!

The Slammer and Squire course is a fantastic layout with unique design features. Unfortunately we were rained out 2-3 holes after we made the turn. Not directly related to the course but I hope to see something done to utilize the facilities that were once the hall of fame areas. Again overall great course!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Will play again

When I first saw the rating of 3.4 I was reluctant to book. I am not sure what is driving that score, but this place was great. Its the best public course I have played in the Flagler/St Johns area. I paid $96 for a before-8 8a tee time; well worth it.

Note: that if you bring a young kid you will need to call ahead and pay a ride-along fee.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 61
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

A couple temporary greens

Besides the two temp greens, course is in great shape

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

Staff was phenomenal from arrival to check-in to finishing our round. Only two downfalls to the round was a few of the greens were rough to putt on. Partially dead. The other downfall was pace of play. Probably need to spread the tee times out a little more. We had to wait on a group in front of us due to a group in front of them and then the chain reaction continued behind us. Overall I think the course was fun and inviting.

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

First Timer

A couple of greens were beat up and well as some tee boxes. Besides those 4 things….Bice layout

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

Tuesday Morning

Greens on the front nine were in terrible condition I liked the course otherwise. Although I was very disappointed at check in I had a gift card that was partially used the previous week at King and Bear that they wouldn’t use this week and the staff member didn’t even try I would stay away until they get the greens get fixed

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played

Avoid until conditions improve

Charged a resort fee not mentioned on GolfNow. Double charged for taxes. First green was all but unplayable, others had abnormal areas. Worst shape in which I’ve ever seen this course

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

I found the experience disappointing given the high cost. The pricing is absurdly expensive for the course's condition; the layout was lackluster and doesn't justify the steep investment.

The greens were inconsistent and did not provide the smooth putting experience expected at such a renowned destination, severely detracting from the enjoyment of the round.

I recommend spending a little more to play at Dye's Valley at Sawgrass instead, it offers a superior layout and better maintenance. Slammer & Squire left me underwhelmed and it wasn’t worth the visit.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

Going downhill

I have played here in the past and the course was in terrific shape. Now, not so much. Granted April 5th was a company tournament, but if I had paid full price and gotten to the first hole green I would have immediately returned to the club house to ask for my money back. Unacceptable condition for a $150-$175 golf course. Hole one green isn’t the only green in bad shape either. The 2 restrooms on the course one on hole 6 and one on hole 15 are absolutely disgusting and look like they haven’t been cleaned in a year. Gross. Do better Slammer and Squire.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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