Links at Sandestin Resort: #14
View from #14 on the Links course at Sandestin Resort
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4.3
2239 Reviews (2239)
5 Stars
1014
4 Stars
919
3 Stars
218
2 Stars
66
1 Stars
22
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
89.9%
Recommend this course
2052 out of 2239 reviews
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4.4
62 Reviews (62)
5 Stars
32
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
95.2%
Recommend this course
59 out of 62 reviews
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4.3
96 Reviews (96)
5 Stars
45
4 Stars
39
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
89.6%
Recommend this course
86 out of 96 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
2239 Reviews (2239)

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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Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great layout, conditions not so great

Loved the course, but for the price not sure I’d fully consider it. I know it’s a tourist area and prices are higher (compared to Ohio prices Im use to), but I find it difficult to pay $110 on a course. Fairways were good but the two things I care about the most were mediocre. Tee boxes were pretty tore up and green we very grainy and not so good. I’d still give the course a 4/5 since it’s a course I’d play once just to see, but wouldn’t pay that high price again. I played Regatta and preferred that.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course was very good

First time playing this course and thoroughly enjoyed my round. A nice blend of length and challenges. As well as some great scenery from the holes on the bay.

Would definitely play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Aerated greens

We played Monday 5/27/24. No mention of aeration before during or after paying. They should have discounted the fees. It had probably been a week or so, just guessing. Nice course, just wish we were warned.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Links SanDestin 2june24

Fantastic course. Shot placement and distance control are key here. This makes it a fun and challenging course. Plenty of holes look like the signature hole which made it enjoyably challenging to figure out which hole actually was the signature hole. The driving range was closed which was a downside because this is a course you absolutely need to warmup to play. Overall well worth the money. Will play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

No Marshal No beverages

Group of 5 in front of us were all hitting multiple balls off tee. No Marshall to speed up .Never saw cart girl and can't bring own food or drinks. They should tell you at office to buy ALL you need at concession before teeing off. Then we would not of been dying of thirst after front 9. Not even water jugs on any tee boxes for this issue. That's poor management! Course definitely was challenging and pretty good shape. Will not play here again for above reasons

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

Relaxing

The staff was great. My first time playing and they showed me where everything was. They had great attitudes and the course was very nice. A couple groups of 5 out there but they let me play through. I will definitely be back to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice round

Overall it was an enjoyable round with my 2 sons. We were paired with a lady golfer from ATL who was really pleasant, but it would have been nice to know in advance. Amenities are fairly weak and the staff definitely needs some lessons in manners and golf etiquette. It’s amazing to me how course staff can forget who the customers are. Staff wise and overall experience stood out in stark contrast with our other 2 local course experiences.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Decent course but not worth the money. Had a 4oclock tee time and weren’t able to buy drinks at the clubhouse. They said the cart girl would be around. Never saw her and everything was closed by the time we got to the turn. Were able to get a cup of water tho!:) better off not even bringing your driver. Water forces you to layup most par 4 and 5s.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Enjoyed course, but no drink service

Enjoyed the course, but never saw the cart girl. I ran out of water at the 12th hole and called the clubhouse. They said they are trying to get the cart girl going, but she never came. Luckily there was a water fountain in the next couple of holes. Not happy!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course but…

The greens were aerated, but they did not provide a discount. Period also the pace of play was a bit slow. However, overall, it’s a very beautiful course with some awesome views in and a challenging layout.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not the best value

No staff at turn for food and only saw the bev cart 1 time in 4 hours. Expected more service for the price.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun course with a great view

Always enjoy playing here. Pace of play this last go around could've been better.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun course, forgettable greens

The greens were clean, but that very Florida-average type. Hairy and slow and inconsistent. Not great to putt on, which has been my experience with a lot of Florida courses outside of Kelly Plantation, Camp Creek, Shark’s Tooth and a few others. The extra $50-80 to play those courses is worth it for the top tier, pro-level greens. Just my opinion. The course has a fantastic layout like most Florida courses, but the greens were a big let down.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 5
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great Value

Beautiful views of the bay are awesome, the course is short but plays amazing

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Links review

Excellent course with nice layout. Nice greens. Would recommend.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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