Sanctuary GC
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4.9
557 Reviews (557)
5 Stars
480
4 Stars
58
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.9
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.6
98.3%
Recommend this course
544 out of 557 reviews
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4.9
57 Reviews (57)
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53
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1 Stars
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Conditions
5.0
Value
4.7
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.9
98.2%
Recommend this course
56 out of 57 reviews
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4.9
119 Reviews (119)
5 Stars
112
4 Stars
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Conditions
4.9
Value
4.7
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.9
98.3%
Recommend this course
117 out of 119 reviews
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Course Highlights
This Fred Couples-designed course consistently impresses with pristine conditions, fast greens, and a stunning marsh backdrop along the back nine. Welcoming staff and complimentary range balls make every visit feel like a premium experience at outstanding value.

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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7500 yards
Slope 140
Rating 75.2
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Course Details

Year Built 2006
Golf Season Year round
Architect Fred Couples (2006) Love Golf Design (2006) Paul Cowley (2006)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes - included in green fees
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Golfers' Choice (2025 #26)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Course Conditions in the U.S. (2025 #15)
  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Georgia (2023 #9) (2022 #8)
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4.9
557 Reviews (557)

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Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Previously Played

Too wet!

Played here about. a year ago and loved the layout. Wanted to go back. When we arrived, saw a sign that said “cart path only l” and “driving range closed”. Pro shop told us they have had 19 days straight days of rain. When we got on the course, it was pretty much unplayable due to the standing water everywhere. Actually surprised they were letting anybody play since you just sink in the grass walking on the fairways. We quit after 9 since it was so bad. I’ll be back, but not for awhile.

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Do not know what to say!!!

Excellent!

Excellent!

Excellent!

This place is top notch from golf course staff, professional staff and restaurant staff and clubhouse! Adding new teaching center which will put this place a step above anything around. Course condition better than anything around by far.

The Golf Professional, Mr. Kirklighter spent time with my wife and myself explaining the membership options and gave us a tour of the clubhouse area. WE WILL BE BACK ASAP!!!

HJM

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course was great; cart guys don't turn stuff in...

Course was great. If you forget something on the cart, it's gone. Got done our round towards the end of the day, so odds someone else used the cart are slim. Called the next day with the cart number, but nothing to be found.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 78
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem Near Golden Isles

If your visiting Golden Isles area, put Sanctuary on your golf course list. Beautiful course in super condition, especially fairways and greens. Although big fairways throughout, still challenging due to difficult bunkers and water in many spots. For price, under $70 with cart, great value.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Perfect Shape and Gold Standard

Probably the best course I’ve ever played, and I’ve played Trump National in DC. Pristine condition and not overly difficult. Loved playing it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Course in excellent condition in spite of all the rain this week. Player friendly for all handicaps to enjoy, worth the 30min drive from St. Simons.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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 Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Going back

Second time playing this course. Layout is great and each hole is well maintained. Will keep returning to play as this is one of the nicest courses in the area that isn't a resort or charge resort fees.

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

Sweet Gem

Drive hour and half to play this course from Florida. Course was nice and layout great. Great condition around greens, greens a little soft after the rain the night before. Bar and grill had great food too. Overall great experience

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 47
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very Nice

Overall conditions were very good. However, greens were extremely slow and just a bit inconsistent. Layout was good and fair.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Really good experience

Course was in phenomenal shape, except for the greens, which were good but still a bit bumpy and slow from being punched a few weeks ago. Still excellent course, excellent value and I’d play it again in a heartbeat.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

Well worth the drive from Jacksonville believe it.... the course sets the standard that many courses fall short of from price to layout and conditions.

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