Links at Sandestin Resort: #14
View from #14 on the Links course at Sandestin Resort
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4.3
2240 Reviews (2240)
5 Stars
1014
4 Stars
919
3 Stars
218
2 Stars
67
1 Stars
22
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
89.7%
Recommend this course
2052 out of 2240 reviews
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4.4
56 Reviews (56)
5 Stars
29
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
92.9%
Recommend this course
52 out of 56 reviews
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4.3
92 Reviews (92)
5 Stars
43
4 Stars
37
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
89.1%
Recommend this course
82 out of 92 reviews
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Course Highlights
The Links delivers a highly rated layout with stunning water views, including the memorable hole 15 right off the water. Friendly staff, solid course conditions, and strong value make this Destin-area course well worth the visit.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6710 yards
Slope 135
Rating 72.2

The Links Course at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is the ultimate in risk-reward golf. The architect, Tom Jackson, routed five holes along the bay and then wound the course inland across rolling undulations. In order to prevail against the blustery Gulf Coast winds, accuracy and proper club selection are essential, making it a true shot-maker's golf course. In addition to being right along the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay, the Baytowne Marina serves as a backdrop to the course, providing even more stunning views of the Emerald Coast. Of the four championship golf courses that Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort offers, the Links is one of the original two and also one of the most popular. The layout offers a unique links experience that all skill levels can enjoy, especially since it features four different sets of tees.

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Course Details

Year Built 1971
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Jackson (1971)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Sandestin Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No Denim, Collared Shirt and Bermuda Shorts Required

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities, Spa

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis
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Reviews

4.3
2240 Reviews (2240)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 46
Bunkers 35
Narrow Fairways 23
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 25
Advanced Golfers 22
Playing Multiple Courses 14
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 35
Convenient to the City 19
Near Local Attractions 18

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Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not great

Sign at on the pro shop desk states “no rain checks will be given today”. I’ve never seen this at any course. It wasn’t an issue with us because we were not interested in finished our round or coming back due to the poor course conditions. This entire property looks tired. The greens had weeds, the fringe was unkept and full of weeds as well. It wasn’t cart path only when we played, the cart path is not paved throughout the entire course so you are bobbing and weaving the entire time, it’s not pleasant. Where is is paved, a lot of damaged spots. All in all, my opinion is $119 to play is entirely too much. This place has good bones but needs a refresh and some major attention put into the course.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Response from on 08/03/2026:
Thank you for the feedback. We know there is always room to improve, and insights like yours help us focus on the areas that matter most to our guests.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful holes on the bay.

Pretty good value, very slow pace of play. Greens extremely slow.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun track

Course was a lot of fun. Lots of water in play so have to plan your shots. Couple risk/reward holes.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Fun course to play.

Fun course to play, friendly staff and beverage carts are timely.

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

Fun course.

Was a 40 minute drive from Rosemary beach area. Got a great deal on Groupon. Lots of water to deal with. Cart girls were frequent. 18 holes in 4 hours.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Perfect day golfing.

We play the links every summer we stay at sandestin. Course is always in great shape and the sta6is very friendly. The course plays tougher than you expect.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/08/2026:
Thank you for the five-star review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate you choosing to spend your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Beautiful Course

The course is well maintained and managed. It is challenging and fair. There are beautiful views of the ocean.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

Good -- Almost Great

Tee boxes and fairways were in great shape; scenic layout; the greens were ragged with sand; play was slow.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

The Links was in great shape

Nice course, scenic, right on the Bayside, can be a bit windy on some holes. Course is in great shape!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 06/10/2026:
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! Knowing you enjoyed your experience means a lot to our team. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Course was beautiful and amazing!

The course’s fairways were excellent. The view of the ocean on some of the holes is a must see. The greens were recently aerated so they were pure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 06/05/2026:
Thank you for the great review! We’re thrilled you had a positive experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Sandestin classic - Sawgrass lite

This is the original Sandestin course. Such a great track. Bring your A game. Lots of water but wide fairways. Turf conditions always great. Greens were recently punched but course is so fun. Not long. Consider playing back a tee if you want to hit driver. Lots of doglegs and angles. Wind is ALWAYS a factor.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Sandestin-Links

Was really impressed by the condition of the course, nice layout, very nice place to play. Pace of play was great for starting early in the morning. Will definitely come back and play again when coming back to Destin.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 06/03/2026:
We’re so glad you had a great experience! Thank you for the support — we’ll be ready to welcome you back for another great round.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course with average service

The course was absolutely beautiful. Great weather; although, it had rained pretty good the day before so it was cart path only for my round. The greens had been punched a week or so before I played as well. I would like to see it in perfect conditions. The people working were not exactly polite; however the starter was phenomenal and I would highly recommend talking to him about certain holes and ways to play before starting the round. The cart paths were in rough shape, and the signage could have been much better for where to return carts and how to find certain holes. The range was closed as well since it had rained so much, but it looked like it was in great shape. I got a hot dog as well that was just microwaved, not exactly the ideal way, but it was still a pretty decent hot dog although it was a little higher priced that normal. All in all, I want to play it again for sure.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 33
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course

Course in great condition except for the green still healing from recent airification. Price was discounted though. Fairways in great condition. Course will be super in another 10 days oe so.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Fun course. TONS of water

Just don’t let a few, (or sleeves of) lost balls ruin your day. They were aerating the greens when I played, 5/22/26, so they’ll be great in a few weeks. Tee boxes, bunkers and fairways were all in good shape

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice Course, but……

Nice course. Nice layout. The only real problem was that I happened to play during the time when the greens were being aerated

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 45
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

okeefe kc boys

Starters and proshop as well as bag attendants all get 5 stars. These people know how to take care of you.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great track

Course is in excellent condition and a pleasant experience for us.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 05/13/2026:
We’re so glad you had a great experience! Thank you for the support — we’ll be ready to welcome you back for another great round.
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great views

This course was recommended to me by a friend. There were great views of the bay on several holes. Overall course was in great shape but the greens really needed some work . Odd clover like stuff growing in several and they could have used a good rolling as many were bumpy. I had a hot deal so price wasn't terrible but paying full price would have been very upsetting. I will give it another chance next time I'm in Destin.

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