Links at Sandestin Resort: #14
View from #14 on the Links course at Sandestin Resort
GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
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
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.4
57 Reviews (57)
5 Stars
29
4 Stars
24
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
93.0%
Recommend this course
53 out of 57 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.3
93 Reviews (93)
5 Stars
44
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
89.2%
Recommend this course
83 out of 93 reviews
Read Reviews
frame.svg
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
circle-star.svg
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.

Book a Tee Time at
Sandestin - The Links
Powered by GolfNow.com

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
The Best Way To Book Is With GolfPass+ Annual
golf ball.svg
$120 in monthly tee time promo codes
waivedfees
12 rounds of waived fees
redeemtrophy
GolfPass Member Pricing
teetime protection.svg
Tee Time Protection

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

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Reviewer Photos

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout and course flow

Fairways were in decent shape and greens were ok. You could tell the course got a lot of play, but it had a solid layout was on par for the price.

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

Phenomenal Track

The course was in impeccable condition. Course makes you think about ALL of your shots. My only gripe was the driving range is only long enough for irons.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course, staff needs help

We arrived :45 prior to tee time of 7:38. Staff showed :late - around 7:30 to open the doors while groups of players gathered and waited. This caused us to tee off late only to be scolded while on the first green to pick up the pace. Unacceptable for us to make up for poor staffing after paying good money for our time on the course. Very disappointed.

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

Definition of Average

Overall not a bad course, but for $70 I expected much better greens - they were slow and bumpy. Putting is usually the best part of my game, but I struggled a lot on these greens. The fairways and tee boxes are pretty nice and the layout was good. The staff was also friendly and helpful. However, they need to make the greens more playable if they want to charge $70 for an afternoon round.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ignore any negative reviews!!

I almost didn’t book this course for my husband and son bc of one or maybe two negative reviews. That would have been a BIG mistake. This course was in amazing shape, the views were heavenly and each person we talked to that was working the course, was so nice and courteous. We rented a four seater so I could tag along and I was in shock the entire time that anyone could have anything negative to say. The clubs we rented were top notch as well! Play this course, you won’t regret it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Enjoyable Layout

It was cart path only in the middle of summer so that made it hard to gauge the course,, but layout was great. Lots of water but at least you’re not wasting time looking for your ball off-fairway. It was either wet or in the first cut otherwise. Driving range was closed but no woods allowed normally. Staff was great….pace of play was reasonable.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course was in great condition. Starter and staff very friendly. The only problem was the place of play.. We would have 2 groups waiting at every hole to hit. Maybe should've paired some twosomes up.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Water Water and more Water

Great course and challenging layout. A lot of water.

Not crowded and enjoyed our time on the course.

Looking forward to playing here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course

Beautiful course with great views. Course was in excellent shape except for one tee box.

Pace of play was horrible. There was a group of 5 in front of us, that I felt like was holding everything up. Kept getting messages on our carts GPS screen saying to speed up we were behind pace, but unless they wanted us to hit into people there was nothing we could do.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ocean play

Course was in magnificent shape staff was extremely friendly, recommended and will be back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
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 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Request A Vacation Quote From Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Please provide your information below and a staff member at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort will be in contact to help you start planning your travel.
Nearby Courses
Miramar Beach, Florida
Resort
3.7503448131
2144
Miramar Beach, Florida
Resort
2.7537608018
1643
Miramar Beach, Florida
Resort
4.2967225622
1685
Miramar Beach, Florida
Semi-Private/Resort
4.9230769231
26
Destin, Florida
Public
3.8425925926
108
Destin, Florida
Semi-Private/Resort
4.2090908208
2163
Destin, Florida
Semi-Private
4.6554666052
2679
Destin, Florida
Semi-Private
4.4472495382
2169
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Private
0.0
0
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Private
0.0
0
Destin, Florida
Semi-Private
4.5084146053
2536
Niceville, Florida
Resort
2.6296107291
1398
Golf Packages

The Copperhead Cup Package

Click Below
PALM HARBOR, FL | Feel the thrill of a true PGA TOUR experience in our Inaugural Copperhead Cup, playing the famed Copperhead Course, home of the PGA TOUR's Valspar Championship, just two weeks before the pros take the stage. Be part of a world-class tournament with two unforgettable rounds of competition on this prestigious championship course favored by the pros.

Innisbrook Golf Resort Stay & Play Package

FROM $237 (USD)
PALM HARBOR, FL | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at Innisbrook Golf Resort and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Innisbrook – Copperhead Course, Innisbrook – Island Course, and Innisbrook – South Course.
Now Reading
  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account