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3.9
2073 Reviews (2073)
5 Stars
863
4 Stars
862
3 Stars
240
2 Stars
74
1 Stars
34
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.6
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
78.2%
Recommend this course
1798 out of 2073 reviews
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4.3
37 Reviews (37)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.6
91.9%
Recommend this course
34 out of 37 reviews
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3.7
124 Reviews (124)
5 Stars
36
4 Stars
39
3 Stars
32
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
11
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.4
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.4
71.8%
Recommend this course
89 out of 124 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7018 yards
Slope 137
Rating 74.7

Oyster Reef features elevated tees and lush fairways lined by thick stands of live oak and pine. Numerous doglegs accented by strategically located mounds and fairway bunkers, call for well-planned tee shots. Varying sizes of greens with well-defined tiers place a premium on precise approach shots.

The par-3 sixth hole, which plays 192 yards from the back tees to a green set against a backdrop of Port Royal Sound, is one of the most visually spectacular holes on Hilton Head. Oyster Reef is now a semi-private member-owned club with a limited number of tee times for guest play,

The carefully-maintained facility, designed by noted course architect Rees Jones, continues to be a favorite destination for serious golfers as well as a favorite with locals.

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Course Details

Year Built 1982
Golf Season Year round
Architect Rees Jones (1982) Keith Evans (1982)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

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3.9
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Beautiful Course

Staff were friendly and accommodating. Course was in excellent condition. Nice layout with a few exceptional holes.

Conditions Excellent
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Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Drill Sergeant Gary

The ranger at this course has one terrible attitude. This was my second time playing this course this week. My first time visiting this course was on Tuesday Nov 5th. On Tuesday this ranger Gary comes up to my mother and I and told us to pick up and skip 2 holes for the pace of play. He was a broken record and had no remorse ruining our round. The players behind us were not even close to catching up to us and even the other starter agreed when we finished hole 9 that this was unecessary action. On Thurssay I played by myself with a few friends and while I was waiting for my tee time, I noticed the practice green had closed that morning at 11am for overseeding. I arrived at 10 am to hit the range and no one announced of the closing. So I made a complaint to Gary asking why no one mentioned it would closed within the time i had to spare that morning. His attitude was "not my problem." And "nothing I can do about it so whats your problem!?" His attitude stunk of aggression and put a feeling in my gut like he wanted to fight. He talked down to me like i was a new recruit in bootcamp and I am disgusted by his demenor. I had an amazing time with my friends on this gorgeous course, but I will make sure to consider whether or not this guy is scheduled to work the next day I choose to play Oysters Reef.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
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Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
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4.0
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First Time Playing

Enjoyable round of golf

Staff are Very friendly. Course was in good shape. Played in 4 hours even though the two guys we played with sprayed the ball a lot. Overall a good day of Golf … I will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 16
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
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4.0
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Perfect weather
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Pricey but good

Good layout. Fast greens. Practice range. Nice clubhouse. Golfnow Hot Deal was still the most expensive course we played by far.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 1
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Skill Intermediate
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4.0
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
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Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Oyster Reef October

A lovely and enjoyable course. Has its difficulties but overall is totally playable.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Very nice experience!

First time at Oyster Reef and will definitely return! Really appreciated the layout!

Course condition could have been better on some holes but overall good.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
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First Time Playing

Nice course, good layout, slow POP, bring a range finder.

Course has a good layout and was in good condition, especially the greens. Old South has more character and better views. Golden Bear is as good with better value. Better layout than Hilton Head National. Palmetto Dunes courses were in better condition on this trip. POP was 4:45. Biggest negative for first time golfers is no information about each hole. No GPS, diagram or illustration to give you an idea of any bunkers or hazards. Just a basic scorecard. When we brought this up to the Pro after our round, he said it was ridiculous to expect GPS or a depiction of each hole. He wasn’t understanding or friendly. We are planning another trip to the island, but will avoid this course. If you play there be sure to have a range finder. Enjoy.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

A fine course

Wonderful. Had a great time but they were very busy hosting practice rounds for the AMTour. 5 hour round into dark.

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