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3.0
816 Reviews (816)
5 Stars
157
4 Stars
359
3 Stars
161
2 Stars
71
1 Stars
68
Conditions
2.8
Value
3.2
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
3.5
Pace
3.6
Amenities
2.9
48.3%
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643 out of 816 reviews
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3.2
18 Reviews (18)
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3
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.5
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.7
Amenities
2.7
StaffFriendliness
3.1
44.4%
Recommend this course
8 out of 18 reviews
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2.9
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
9
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Conditions
2.7
Value
3.1
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.5
Amenities
2.7
StaffFriendliness
3.4
37.8%
Recommend this course
17 out of 45 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout earns consistent praise for its challenging narrow fairways and well-maintained greens that reward accurate play. Friendly staff and a smooth pace of play make for an enjoyable round at affordable pricing.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Resort
Par 72
Length 6776 yards
Slope 130
Rating 73.3

When Hell's Point Golf Club opened in 1982, Golf Digest called it one of the best new courses and it was ranked as one of the 100 best-designed courses in the country. Renowned architect Rees Jones designed the course. He incorporated the many natural features provided by the golf course's location in the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The fairways are edged with saltwater marshes and Jones included his signature sculpted bunkers along the greensides. Just a stone's throw from the ocean, the golf course is as scenic as it is challenging. The second hole is one of southeastern Virginia's toughest golf holes with out-of-bounds to the left, trees to the right, and a sloped fairway that leads to a well guarded, double-tiered green. This par 4 is the no. 1 handicap hole at When Hell's Point Golf Club.

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Course Details

Year Built 1982
Golf Season Year round. High Season: 04/01 - 10/31
Architect Rees Jones (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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Dress code strictly enforced. Clothing must be clean, free of rips and free of holes. Shirts or tops must be worn at all times. no swimwear allowed.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

3.0
816 Reviews (816)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
Patio Dining 9
Brunch 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 62
Bunkers 57
Narrow Fairways 45
This course/club is great for:
Locals 42
Advanced Golfers 41
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 38
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 35
Convenient to the City 28
Near Local Attractions 16

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Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

must play

the course made my list of must plays as I am only here in the area for a short time. It looks better on the internet than it is. It is a nice course for locals, but not worth the hour drive from Portsmouth. there are plenty of place just as nice with out the drive.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

No picnic in the park

The course was in great shape, despite the LARGE amount of rain received over the last few days. Course was nice and soft. As with all courses, shots in the fairway are a premium. Sand traps were FIRM due to all the rain. Overall a nice course for the Hot Deal we got from GolfNow.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Fairly tight

A lot of water and most holes were well bunkered. We had a lot of rain the night before so naturally some of the bunkers were unplayable but the others had been raked and were in good shape. Driving it straight was the key to this course if you don't bring a lot of balls.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

In good shape

Haven't played here in awhile but course was in good shape and will be back for sure it was nice because it has been dry which is usually rare for this course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Overall in good condition but tees could use a little work

Title pretty much says it all. Overall course conditions are very good, and the greens verge on excellent with smooth putting surfaces. Pace of play was good, but it was a fairly quiet Wednesday afternoon. I could see that at a busier time, especially in the summer, tourists getting in their occasional round of golf might slow things down. Advice given by others to keep an eye out when venturing off the fairways is warranted as much of this land was originally swampy, and it's easy to disturb a snake's habitat. That shouldn't keep you from playing, however, as this is a very good Rees Jones design that has held up well over the years.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good time

The course was in really good shape, but watch out for snakes when the ball is not in the fairway. Overall the course has some pretty neat holes.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course, though I would not pay full price to play here.

The course layout flows nicely and offers some nice challenges for all skill levels. I played the white tees and was happy with the round overall. The tee boxes were my only real complaint. They were very torn up, browned and sand filled. They really need some seed instead of sand. The markers really need moved more often and the boxes more maintenance. Paying full price would not be an option on this course, Golfnow prices make it worth it.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Well-maintained with a great staff

We played as a foursome with some guests from Florida. All of us were impressed with the condition of the course. Most notable was the friendliness of the staff. We asked the starter if we could go out a few minutes early. He drove out to the first tee to check, then escorted us out there. The cart that my wife and I were in was moving rather slowly, so he traded it with his. He was extremely polite and friendly. We will play there again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

overview

fun track. tee boxes need help, fairways OK, greens very good. Course needs a Marshall to keep things moving. Group in front was driving on the greens and tee boxes. If the course was soggy like it usually is, it could have caused major damage. No beverage cart on a weekend. ???

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Course in great shape.

Played by myself on a Thursday, even though I had two twosomes in front play moved steady.
Greens a fast and tough to read.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great layout

This is a very nice course layout. The tee boxes were in terrible shape to be so early in the season. It is a shame this course is not maintained better as it could be a beautiful course. It was a great value at $25 dollars for a round.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course conditions have improved greatly.

The course is laid out well. You will have to make some shots to get around this one. Course conditions have improved greatly over the past few years. If you haven't played this course lately do yourself a favor and tee it up here again.

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

fun round for the money

Fun round of golf, a twosome really backed things up. Would have been nice to have Marshall speed them up. But still a very enjoyable round of golf for the money.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Great Course, Friendly Staff, Good times!

My buddy and I were down (From PA) for a golf trip and this was our first time playing the course. The area had just received a significant amount of rain so we knew the courses would be wet. With that said, this course was in great condition, all things considered. We were very informed regarding course conditions by the staff and considering the conditions this early in the season, I can only imagine how nice the course is mid-season. Definitely will be back!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Poor weather
Used cart

quite the challenge not for the novice

Excellent Rees Jones course very tight and challenging .Am going to go back and play on a better weather day. Love the secluded tee boxes and the staff was very friendly. A very good experience

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Hells Point (E2)

Greens were good, but most of the fairway was roped off because of some spots that probably needed time to repair. Due to rains earlier in the week there was still a lot of standing water.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice PreSeason Round

Course was in good shape for preseason. Staff were all very friendly. Greens were in good shape. Sand traps do a good job of protecting errant chip shots!
Very well laid out and I liked that most tees were well away from previous hole (no need to worry about other players hitting into you). Once the fairways green up I'm sure it will present an enjoyable experience for any golfer....

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Should have mentioned.....

They should have mentioned the fairways were brown due to spring prep and the greens were just aerated.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great course

I can't remember the last time I was able to play in February on a sunny day with a 65 degree temperature! That must have been why it was so crowded, that or the overbooking by the staff. All in all had a great time, love this course.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Winter Conditions

The course was soaked and the day started in the low 50s which happens to equal my average score. The greens are true and challenging reads. Overall the course was in good shape after all the rain. Made the turn and the temperature dropped, score was inversely proportionate. The greens dried a bit but the fairway remained soggy. Not that I found it that often. Also, I was fortunate enough to have purchased 2 sleeves of sponge Bob balls. I am pleased to report they all are resting comfortably in their home. Threw the last one in as a gift. The staff were excellent and the course was challenging. Loved it except the cold.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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