The Amelia River Club
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4.5
1585 Reviews (1585)
5 Stars
917
4 Stars
542
3 Stars
91
2 Stars
22
1 Stars
13
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
92.0%
Recommend this course
1501 out of 1585 reviews
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4.3
63 Reviews (63)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
90.5%
Recommend this course
57 out of 63 reviews
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4.4
88 Reviews (88)
5 Stars
44
4 Stars
33
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
88.6%
Recommend this course
78 out of 88 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and well-maintained conditions make this Amelia Island course a consistent favorite among recent players. The thoughtful layout, quality amenities, and smooth pace of play deliver strong value for golfers visiting the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6878 yards
Slope 139
Rating 74.0

The Amelia River Club is located on Amelia Island, just north of Jacksonville and within minutes of the historic town of Fernandina Beach. Renowned as one of the best-conditioned courses in the area with incredibly smooth greens, sculpted around a forest of majestic Live Oaks, Sable Palms, Pines and Wax Myrtles.

This par 72 track, designed by Tom Jackson, plays to a yardage of 6,878 from the back tees. It's pristine condition features well manicured rolling fairways, smooth bunkers and greens that challenge all skill levels. This course is unique in character and is a treat to play.

The Amelia River consists of 18 holes of challenging golf where ball control and accuracy are keys to a great game. The fairways are wide and open, giving the golfer a sense of a traditional Scottish links course on some holes and a narrow tree lined experience on others. The 13th hole is a good example of the course’s challenges. This long par five runs along the border of the Fernandina Beach Airport and is a strategic three shot hole. Too long and left at lay up and you will have to deal with a water hazard. The wind can play havoc with this hole as it reminds one of an open links style design. In contrast #9 is a tree lined par four with very little room for error and includes a forced carry over Alligator Creek.

The signature 17th hole is a par three surrounded by water demanding an accurate shot to the island green which closely resembles another very famous golf hole in our area! The final hole ends at the edge of the Amelia River and its expansive tidal marsh.

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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Jackson (2000)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range 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 No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
1585 Reviews (1585)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 19
Watching the Game 10
Brunch 9
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 28
Forced Carries 23
Bunkers 22
This course/club is great for:
Locals 20
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 20
Advanced Golfers 18
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 30
Near the Airport 15
Convenient to the City 14

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Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

First Time Playing

Paid total $66 Hot Deal normally $109. Course was in excellent condition and the staff was friendly and gave us pointers were trouble was which came in very handy.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 05/22/2023

Thanks so much for the great review, robert8149103. We look forward to welcoming you back to our course soon. Thanks for choosing The Amelia River Club.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course is not not good condition

Not worth the money. Nice folks but layout is very average and overall course conditions well below average. They do a good job selling it on the web site but very disappointing for the money. Overpaid by at least $50 per person.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 05/19/2023

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us, moorpark. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting The Amelia River Club, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 05/22/2023

We're glad you enjoyed your 5-star experience with us. Please comment or reach out to our team in the golf shop to let us know more about your round at The Amelia River Club!

Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

As always staff is friendly and on top of everything.

Layout of course is amazing and greens were still good even though they had sand on them. Will be back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/17/2023

Hi, Doughking. Thank you so much for your feedback. We are glad you had enjoyed your time at The Amelia River Club, and pride ourselves on delivering the best experience possible.

We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

GolfNow Treated as 2nd Class

My son and his girlfriend took me out to play golf for Mother’s Day. The starter told us the course was very quiet with few players, but refused to let my son and me share a cart, forcing him to play with a single. During our round several singles and a twosome played through our group but we didn’t encounter any other foursomes. They could easily hav let us play as a threesome on Mother’s Day, but refused because we were GolfNow players.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Hello, Ldavids2. Thank you for taking the time to review and leave your feedback on your recent round with us. It is always our utmost goal to provide our golfers with a fun and enjoyable time and we apologize if we missed the mark. Please feel free to reach out to our staff in the pro shop with any additional concerns. Thanks for choosing The Amelia River Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Golf Course!

Had a great time, the course was in great shape, the greens were very impressive and the staff was amazing! Definitely be back to play, one of the best courses in the Jacksonville area!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing The Amelia River Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fantastic Golf Course

The Amelia River Club was a found gem on Amelia Island. By far our favorite course that we played while on vacation. The Greens were amazing and the course conditions was great! The staff could not have been friendlier from the bag drop to the pro shop and the restaurant. The course was fun, challenging and offered a little bit of everything. After the round had lunch at the bar and grill and was really impressed with the food and the service couldn't had been better. Will definitely be back to play The Amelia River Club on our next visit.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/16/2023

Hi, u314163962345. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at The Amelia River Club. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Outstanding course and staff!!

Had the pleasure in taking my father out for a round...and wanted to treat him to a great course. He is in bad health so I wanted him to have a good day memory. Well, he did. The course was in great shape, greens smooth and roll true. Nice to have a good fairway to hit out of as well. Got to meet one of the owners at breakfast and he was just like one of the guys...I appreciated that. Thank you to all of you at the course. I will be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/22/2023

Your feedback is important to us, u632934737. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing The Amelia River Club.

Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/10/2023

Hi, marick. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at The Amelia River Club!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

For non Florida resident - not a good value

For a non-Florida resident the value wasn’t there. The course was okay and the staff was friendly but at almost 150 a head you expect better value. Major renovations going on in a few holes and the sand bunkers are a bit amateur.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/09/2023

Hi, jkb444! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at The Amelia River Club!

Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

What a turnaround

This club is entirely different than it was 3 years ago in the best of ways. Everything is improved and it’s in great condition. Really great day on a great track. Go see it!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/22/2023

Thanks so much for your wonderful review, FSHnGLF. We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us. Please visit again soon. Thanks for choosing The Amelia River Club!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/08/2023

Hello, jimginbry. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We would love to know how we can earn those last two stars next time! Thanks for playing The Amelia River Club.

Played On
Reviews 50
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 05/08/2023

We're glad you enjoyed your 5-star experience with us. Please comment or reach out to our team in the golf shop to let us know more about your round at The Amelia River Club!

Played On
Reviews 56
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Public reality vs Private desire

Front desk “workers” quite friendly to the locals. If golfnow/Golfpass customers aren’t desired, stop booking their member guest.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/03/2023

Hi, henry6134568,

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass on your feedback to the teams in charge so they can work to make changes.

Your feedback helps us do better. We are looking into this issue and hope to resolve it promptly.

Thank you for visiting The Amelia River Club. We hope you'll give us another try in the future.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good greens, fair ways not bad for this time of year.

Treated very well by staff and the restaurant waitresses

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/02/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing The Amelia River Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course, if you were than a 50 mile radius!!!

For this time of year, this place gets a 10 all the way around immaculate greens. Fairways were in great shape absolutely nothing to complain about would highly recommend for the price.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/22/2023

Thank you for taking the time to review us, jdbarnard886. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to delivering you excellent service again soon. The Amelia River Club thanks you!

Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Slow Play

This is a great course, but there are 2 main issues:

1) Slow Play - over the past several months the play has been seriously slow, a week ago it took 4 hours and 52 minutes to complete a round. The main drawback here is that the course rangers, when there is one, do nothing about it. Nothing. One of them says that everyone is moving along, when they are not. Ready golf is the key here, and many of the golfers do not practice it. This past week we waited on every shot on the front 9, and there were 2 holes open in front of the group. The ranger, filling divots, didn't do anything about it when we complained on # 7. At the turn they went for food and we got on #10 before them and there was no one in front of us for the entire back 9.

2) Cart placement on par 5s 13 and 18. Not this week but last week and many other weeks before, golfers chip to those greens then leave their carts in front of the greens. This leaves the group behind them having to wait on their 2nd shot while they putt then walk back to their carts. This is an unprofessional and dumb act. Especially on 18 since golfers are putting their gear away, etc. The course should make sure somehow that golfers know this beforehand.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 04/28/2023

Thank you for your review, nbkdc68. We will pass along your positive experience and feedback to our team at The Amelia River Club. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great fun!

Really nice layout and a fun course to play. Staff was very friendly and the teetimes are running on schedule.. pace of play was good as it took us less than four hours to complete our round

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/27/2023

Thanks so much for your wonderful review, nepajohnny. We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us. Please visit again soon. Thanks for choosing The Amelia River Club!

Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 04/25/2023

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing The Amelia River Club!

Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/25/2023

Hi, u000001183465. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at The Amelia River Club!

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