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4.1
2851 Reviews (2851)
5 Stars
964
4 Stars
1218
3 Stars
448
2 Stars
161
1 Stars
60
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
84.6%
Recommend this course
2387 out of 2851 reviews
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3.9
41 Reviews (41)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.6
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.1
75.6%
Recommend this course
31 out of 41 reviews
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4.1
91 Reviews (91)
5 Stars
39
4 Stars
32
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.2
80.2%
Recommend this course
73 out of 91 reviews
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Course Highlights
Shipyard Golf Club delivers a scenic layout winding through palmettos, pines, and oaks draped in Spanish moss with consistently well-maintained fairways and greens. Friendly, accommodating staff and a smooth pace of play make this Hilton Head course an outstanding value for all skill levels.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6855 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.8

The Brigantine/Clipper Course at Shipyard Golf Club combines two of the three nine-hole golf courses on the property for one of the more challenging tests on Hilton Head. Brigantine/Clipper has a rating of 73.5, with a slope of 135 from the championship tees.

Designed by Willard Byrd and built in 1982, alligators sun themselves along the scenic, water hazard-filled Brigantine nine holes. With slight doglegs and well-placed bunkers, this golf course requires shot making and a good short game.

With plenty of sand and water hazards, Clipper may be the most difficult of the nines. This George Cobb design requires a good long game and a soft touch around the greens.

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Course Details

Year Built 1970
Greens Diamond Zoysia Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect George Cobb (1970) Willard Byrd (1982)

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

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
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4.1
2851 Reviews (2851)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Brunch 7
19th Hole Scenic Views 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 23
Bunkers 22
Narrow Fairways 12
This course/club is great for:
Playing Multiple Courses 16
Advanced Golfers 15
Seniors 13
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 13
Convenient to the City 11
Near Local Attractions 8

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Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
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First Time Playing

Difficult course due to course conditions

Fairways were in poor condition making iron play difficulties. Map of the wholes would have helped but nothing was provided that showed any details.Greens were very fast and impossible.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 67
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
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Previously Played

Always a Pleasure at Shipyard

Great courses. Great staff and amenities. I enjoy playing Shipyard every time I go.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 01/28/2023

Thank you so much for the 5 Star!

Played On
Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Happy day

For a newbie snow bird from NH it was quite a treat to play golf here. Quick greens!!! Watch out for the gators;)

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Commented on 01/28/2023

Happy Day - you are so right! Must be careful when above the hole. Wildlife is cool too!

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

New Years Day golf on fast greens!

We wanted to start the year out right and Shipyard did not disappoint. While the fairways and rough are dormant, the tees and greens are green and in nice condition. in fact, the greens where is the best shape I've seen them in 3+ years. Glad to see the course is putting some money into the greens as the layout is great with water on almost every hole. Bunkers were also in great shape (I hit too many of those) with very playable and consistent sand. Even saw some wildlife as the temps got up to 65 or so during the day. Overall a great way to start the year and I'll be back for many more rounds in 2023!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 01/28/2023

So glad you were able to celebrate 2023 with us! Happy New Year!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart

Holiday Fun

I enjoyed my solo outing at Shipyard. Great course for all level of player.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 01/28/2023

Erie - thanks for pointing out that every level of player will be challenged at Shipyard!

Played On
Reviews 56
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

3 9s should speed up play

After completing first 9 second 9 was crowded and backed up. The martial handled it well and the game continued. It would have been nice to have a martial with the pace of play information on both second 9s and the ability to direct players to the most open course. Still a great course and one of my favorites.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Commented on 01/28/2023

Pleased to hear our Player Assistant was able rearrange play to your satisfaction. Honored to be on your favorite list!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 49
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Customer Service Could Benefit from Improvement

There were two of us. We were five minutes late for the tee time. The starter kindly put us out in short order. But the two course rangers were rude. We kept up with the group in front, but apparently the rangers didn’t like something about our having been late foe the tee time as they were both rude.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 01/28/2023

QuartoHo - we appreciate your comments and will address with our Player Assistants.

Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens were excellent

Better condition than in years past. Staff is awesome….

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 01/28/2023

Thank you and you will continue to see nice improvements moving forward!

Played On
Reviews 56
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a pleasure

After a lot of rain there were some watery spots but overall well drained. As usual the game was enjoyable and a little challenging. Cart path only was not a problem and the right thing to do.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 01/19/2023

We are very fortunate that Shipyard drains very well but occasionally we are relegated to staying on the path after heavy rains. Thank you for understanding.

Played On
Reviews 49
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very Good Shape

Course was in very nice shape, especially the greens for December 19. I played as a single and was lucky enough to get through 2 groups fairly early allowing me to finish in 3hr, a smooth 75. Didn’t eat or spend much time in the proshop but it was neat and had a good selection. I would highly recommend playing Shipyard next time you’re on the island.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 01/28/2023

Greg - fantastic to hear you were able to buzz through your round. Would love to have you check out the Pub and golf shop on your next visit!

Played On
Reviews 15
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 56
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course to build confidence

I play shipyard first when at HHI because it’s forgiving but still challenging. This course is well maintained and prepares me for the types of grass and greens on the island. Of the heritage collection shipyard has the friendliest people and most accommodating.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 01/19/2023

We are honored to be part of your confidence building and still providing a challenge. Thank you for playing.

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 49
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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