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Emerald Bay Golf Club

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2108 Reviews (2108)
Emerald Bay GC: #18
View of the 18th hole at Emerald Bay Golf Club.

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4.0
2108 Reviews (2108)
5 Stars
985
4 Stars
818
3 Stars
210
2 Stars
57
1 Stars
38
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.7
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
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80.4%
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1885 out of 2108 reviews
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4.4
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
25
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.8
93.3%
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42 out of 45 reviews
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4.0
155 Reviews (155)
5 Stars
62
4 Stars
53
3 Stars
24
2 Stars
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1 Stars
11
Conditions
3.7
Value
3.7
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
79.4%
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123 out of 155 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and a challenging, well-designed layout consistently earn high marks from golfers visiting the Destin area. Fast greens, well-kept fairways, and attentive rangers contribute to a smooth and enjoyable round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Resort
Par 72
Length 7050 yards
Slope 143
Rating 73.9

Located right along the water, Emerald Bay Golf Club was designed by Bob Cupp to be Destin's premier full-service, 18-hole championship course. Water is a prominent feature as the course overlooks the shores Choctawhatchee Bay and incorporates water features on 12 of the holes. Oftentimes golfers will face an intimidating shot across a lake or a pond. Emerald Bay Golf Club's sculpted fairways and tight greens are always in excellent condition. There are four sets of tees that make the golf course accessible to most players' abilities and no matter what skill level you are, the views are not to be missed. The views are especially breathtaking on the back nine, which borders the bay. There is also an expansive driving range at Emerald Bay that golfers can use before playing the golf course.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
I 72 7050 yards 73.9 143
II 72 6620 yards 71.4 141
III 72 6209 yards 69.8 132
Combo 72 5735 yards 67.7 124
IV (W) 72 5481 yards 71.9 132
IV 72 5481 yards 66.9 122
V 72 4655 yards 63.6 115
V (W) 72 4655 yards 67.2 123
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Scorecard for Emerald Bay Golf Club
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
I M: 73.9/143 427 424 164 313 399 430 562 232 529 3480 474 362 246 605 372 449 204 331 527 3570 7050
II M: 71.4/141 405 390 150 296 385 410 554 162 505 3257 455 348 215 580 352 409 178 318 508 3363 6620
III M: 69.8/132 376 378 138 284 365 380 515 152 485 3073 395 330 202 555 325 382 152 308 487 3136 6209
Combo M: 67.7/124 311 353 138 284 339 321 463 152 485 2846 332 330 202 504 261 313 152 308 487 2889 5735
IV M: 66.9/122 W: 71.9/132 311 353 115 264 339 321 463 140 418 2724 332 302 181 504 261 313 128 290 446 2757 5481
V M: 63.6/115 W: 67.2/123 267 304 91 227 298 289 387 85 378 2326 291 277 107 483 146 285 114 210 416 2329 4655
Handicap 9 7 15 17 3 5 1 11 13 2 14 10 4 8 6 16 18 12
Par 4 4 3 4 4 4 5 3 5 36 4 4 3 5 4 4 3 4 5 36 72
Handicap (W) 9 7 15 17 1 5 3 13 11 8 6 14 4 12 10 18 16 2
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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bob Cupp (1991) Bob Cupp (2014)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire. No denim, collared shirt required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.0
2108 Reviews (2108)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
Watching the Game 11
19th Hole Scenic Views 10
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 49
Bunkers 38
Forced Carries 29
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 29
A Weekend Splurge 22
Seniors 21
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 34
Near Local Attractions 30
Worth the Drive 15

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ericstegemann
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u00000833048
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice Course

Nice course in a beautiful area. Course staff seemed friendly and helpful. Group of 6 slowed the whole course down, but no ranger to keep things moving. Greens were super slow. I would definitely play again. Overall had a great and relaxing time.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
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Beers1980
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Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Bad greens

The course is in good condition, the greens are very poor condition for the price you pay to play!

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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JRMeans
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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

100% Florida Golf

Great experience. Course is challenging but fun. Pace of play is good and ample visits from the Beer Cart. Recommend a Chicken Salad Sammie at the turn.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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mattbell89
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Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Beautiful course that was super chill

My nephew and I had a very nice time playing 18 here. Carts with GPS/screens were top quality. Staff were helpful and friendly. Just a very relaxing round on a well-maintained course where we never felt rushed. It was a little pricier than I’d prefer, but I’d definitely play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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BillSowell
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Reviews 124
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Amenities Good
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Cdunnz28
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Views!!!

Very beautiful layout and in exceptional condition. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Food and beer was definitely on the pricey side.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Glt5940
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Reviews 31
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Nice course

There are multiple tees for all levels of golfers. Only issue we had was with sand. We were advised to fill all divots with sand. We get on the 1st fairway and there was no sand in the cart containers. When we went to get them filled all they could say was don’t drive on the road or parking lot.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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u000007716010
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Reviews 44
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u314160114031
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Outstanding

Course was in beautiful condition and all level

Every fairway was in excellent condition. Greens err in awesome shape. Will play again next time I am here

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Steve Keith

He is simply amazing. We get there and of course some confusion with how i booked it and how we should of booked it to receive a free golf game. He stopped right then to help me and make sure we got our free game. We were on the phone with Explorie for about 20 minutes, as he mulit-tasked helping others. He went over and beyond to help us get it all figured out and set up correctly. Customer service was AMAZING, very kind, attentive and completed the transaction. We will be back. Thank you Steve for being so kind.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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CAPMED67
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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JasonLevan
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Just average

Just average, nice course but nothing that wows u. And wasn’t a layout I loved

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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u314165335446
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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
2.0
Verified Purchaser

Poor

Not enough employees to serve cart or snack be

Bar.

July 4 holiday comes around every year …it’s not that difficult to have extra staff for the week.

Far to expensive for the overall experience

Destin prices w a Pensacola experience

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
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