Baytowne at Sandestin Resort
A view of a fairway at Baytowne from Sandestin Resort
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3.7
2061 Reviews (2061)
5 Stars
685
4 Stars
855
3 Stars
314
2 Stars
127
1 Stars
80
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.5
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.8
73.6%
Recommend this course
1665 out of 2061 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
3.5
30 Reviews (30)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.0
Value
3.1
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.1
56.7%
Recommend this course
17 out of 30 reviews
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Avg Rating
3.8
131 Reviews (131)
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
54
3 Stars
23
2 Stars
11
1 Stars
5
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.5
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
74.8%
Recommend this course
98 out of 131 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6804 yards
Slope 138
Rating 73.2

Baytowne Golf Club at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort is routed from the beach to the bay, providing stunning views along the way. The course rolls across the few elevation changes that the area has to offer. Although it opened in 1984, the golf course didn't reach its peak until it underwent extensive renovation in 2005, which were carried out by the original designer, Tom Jackson. The layout features rolling fairways lined with mature pines that are generous and times but can be tight when you least expect it. The large, undulating greens can also play faster than what you might be expecting. Water, which comes into play on 12 holes, is a prominent feature of Baytowne Golf Club as are the numerous bunkers strategically placed throughout.

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Course Details

Year Built 1986
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tifdwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Jackson (1986) Tom Jackson (2005)

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

3.7
2061 Reviews (2061)

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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Course conditions

Course was very nice and everything was well kept the range could’ve been better but it’s the range so I didn’t mind and the putting green was slow and it seemed different than what I’m used to seeing and on the course the greens were not well kept putts were impossible to read and same with the speed I wish the greens were nice would’ve made the course way better but I would still play again .

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Horrible greens

Staff was wonderful fairways where top notch and the landscape was beautiful but the reason I’d not recommend this course is because the greens are horrible inconsiderate golfer like two twist on the green with there cleats and up root mountains of grass and leave them behind so if u wanna play who lands closes to the hole without putting this is the course for you. When I asked staff they laughed and said you must of got off Baytown. You would thank the amount of money they charge for a round and how well upkeep the rest of the course is they have a marshal watching for these people

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 44
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course

One of the best courses I’ve ever played while on vacation. Everything was great and can’t complain about the layout. Although, the greens were running very slow. I understand that they are slow (high grass) to prevent them from burning out. I’m just not used to playing in that type of greens. I kept fixing ball marks that were on my line. Hopefully they can enforce that players fix their ball marks. That’s my only reason for a “4” star rating due to the greens. I definitely recommend this place for anyone visiting the Destin area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fix The Greens

Course is not bad but greens are horrible. They definitely do not invest in the maintenance of the greens and it shows. Give yourself and your friends some grace on gimmes because you will earn it

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
First Time Playing

Not worth the money

The greens were in horrible shape and after talking to some of the staff, it’s been that way for a few years. Poorly cut and so many different types of grass. It also looked like they haven’t moved the cups in days. I will never play that course again. I’ve played the Raven before and enjoyed it but because of the Baytown experience I will not go back to either course.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Response from on 07/04/2025:
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We’re sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what it should have been. Your feedback is important, and we’re working to make things better.
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Good course

The course has a great layout and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The greens were slow, bumpy and needed some care. Give the greens a little help and this will be an excellent course to play.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best Father's Day Round

This course is challenging enough, but the weather made it more. Even with all the rain delays, this was one of the most enjoyable rounds. The course is very well maintained and the staff are super enjoyable. 5 stars

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Greens just redone so very slow but perfect course otherwise.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 06/13/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course great staff

The course was in great condition and the is was the best part of the day

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 06/09/2025:
We really appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to know you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working to make every experience just as good.
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
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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