Links of Sandpiper
About
Links of Sandpiper in Lakeland offers a traditional links layout that sprawls across rolling terrain. The course is player friendly enough for players of all skill levels to enjoy but it has enough challenges for more advanced players as well. The course is anything but flat, and the ups and downs are the most challenging element you'll encounter. The small, undulating greens and narrow landing areas off of the fairways demand accuracy. Combined with elevation changes and strategically placed bunkers, proper club selection and course management also play important roles. Picking the right lines from the tees into the greens requires careful thought. You'll face a few blind shots thanks to the rolling terrain and there are also several bunkers strategically placed along the greensides. Links of Sandpiper's final four holes are the toughest stretch.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 72 | 6072 yards | 69.5 | 123 |
| White | 72 | 5715 yards | 67.6 | 119 |
| Green | 72 | 4882 yards | 64.7 | 115 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 4882 yards | 68.7 | 113 |
| Gold | 72 | 4519 yards | 61.8 | 110 |
| Gold (W) | 72 | 4519 yards | 65.8 | 108 |
| White Par-3 | 54 | 2156 yards | ||
| Gold Par-3 | 54 | 1786 yards |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 67.9/122 W: 73.3/130 | 356 | 157 | 372 | 548 | 361 | 136 | 180 | 504 | 481 | 3095 | 385 | 269 | 392 | 223 | 512 | 175 | 495 | 295 | 174 | 2920 | 6015 |
| White M: 65.7/117 W: 70.9/126 | 334 | 136 | 328 | 485 | 307 | 110 | 165 | 449 | 460 | 2774 | 358 | 253 | 353 | 193 | 489 | 147 | 472 | 285 | 155 | 2705 | 5479 |
| Green M: 63.2/112 W: 67.8/117 | 312 | 121 | 284 | 393 | 286 | 90 | 131 | 385 | 388 | 2390 | 303 | 208 | 327 | 128 | 385 | 100 | 427 | 238 | 130 | 2246 | 4636 |
| Gold M: 60.6/104 W: 63.5/108 | 248 | 94 | 279 | 347 | 247 | 81 | 91 | 370 | 266 | 2023 | 236 | 184 | 262 | 104 | 370 | 85 | 345 | 220 | 85 | 1891 | 3914 |
| Handicap | 12 | 10 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 4 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 16 | 7 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
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Photo submitted by fenderbender256 on 02/10/2022
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Photo submitted by StuMan2 on 10/15/2021
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Photo submitted by u190723239 on 03/31/2020
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Photo submitted by u190723239 on 03/31/2020
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Photo submitted by u190723239 on 03/31/2020
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Photo submitted by u190723239 on 03/31/2020
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Photo submitted by u190723239 on 03/31/2020
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Photo submitted by u190723239 on 03/31/2020
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Trees, a water fountain and rye overseed infact imply the very opposite of "links." Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 03/13/2020
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Links of Sandpiper, hole 6 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 03/13/2020
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Links of Sandpiper, hole 11 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 03/13/2020
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Photo submitted by u000001859918 on 03/05/2020
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Photo submitted by u2578073 on 02/25/2020
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Photo submitted by u2578073 on 02/25/2020
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Photo submitted by cburns2212 on 02/17/2020
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Photo submitted by mcthee on 01/25/2020
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14 Photo submitted by PMAEGOLFER on 12/29/2019
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15 Photo submitted by PMAEGOLFER on 12/29/2019
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16 Photo submitted by PMAEGOLFER on 12/29/2019
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17 Photo submitted by PMAEGOLFER on 12/29/2019
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18 Photo submitted by PMAEGOLFER on 12/29/2019
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view from 16 tee 11/4/17 Photo submitted by PMAEGOLFER on 11/06/2017
Ct Pat
Played once in 2019. Back nine was redesign and I love the course even more than before. The fairways has a few bare spot but mostly in great shape. A few greens had issues but I still love the course. Will play it again.
Great course
I have been playing this course since it opened. Have not played since renovation. They have done a fantastic job and I enjoyed my round. Because it was a cold day, there was a good pace of play, wich made it more enjoyable., however, they are going to have to change the name now, from Sandpiper, to Aquapipers.
Thank you for your review, Franzua. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Links of Sandpiper. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Rough shape
Driving on to the club grounds it looked Inviting. The clubhouse is amazing! First class! However they should put more efforts into the golf course itself! Definitely not a 4-star. Hardly any grass on the fairways...the greens were in pretty bad shape. The layout was confusing and often dangerous (tees behind or very close to greens). Overall not great. Wouldn’t return again.
We're sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy your round with us. We're currently experiencing very good conditions at the moment so we hope you give us another shot in the future.
Links of Sandpiper
Course has changed dramatically with the remodel and it’s all for the better! Years ago I used to play sandpiper about once a week and it was mostly just a cheap course in terrible shape but they have done a complete turnaround from that. Greens tee boxes and greens were in excellent shape as well as the fairways. Course was plenty challenging for a mid level handicap like myself and still fun enough for the high handicap players I was with. The new clubhouse is beautiful and I’ve heard nothing but excellent things about it. My only complaint was some of the grounds crew weren’t very friendly and one even ran over my ball in the fairway on the 9th. Other than that I highly recommend and will definitely be back!
Your feedback is important to us, Lucas8847769. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing Links of Sandpiper.
Better than expected
Great job on the back nine layout. Lots of challenges, for all skill levels, and a beautiful layout. The 17th and 18th are close, but wait until everything is grown up. Meantime, a short iron should take care of that. Back to being our home course again!
Wayne1353313, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Links of Sandpiper.
Great deal, great layout
The course was very challenging and wasn't just a home away type of course.
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Get your Moneys worth
Loved the course. Played with our 4 some in 3 and 1/2 hours on a Sunday late morning/early afternoon. Loved the renovation they did to the back 9. The 17th green and 18th tee is a dangerous set up they have so be aware when playing. Course was in overall great shape for the money and was actually a good challenge. Would recommend this course to all skill levels!
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Good course. I like the changes that were made on the back nine
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Sandpiper 1/17/2020
Staff was extremely friendly, starter offered several bits of local knowledge that were very helpful and got me out early as a single.
Course was a little rough, greens are a little shaggy and inconsistent but will grow in, especially on the back nine.. A wonderful layout, several blind tee shots and lots of water visible only on second or third shot.
Pace of play was glacial, over five hours.The course appeared to be over-booked and there were no marshalls.
Hi u000006510418. We appreciate you leaving a review and rating us. We will inform the entire team, so they know their hard work is paying off. We look forward to having you back at Links of Sandpiper!
Different
Overall, I think management has done a fantastic job bringing the course up to a much higher level of play. However, the 17th green is much too close to the tee boxes for hole #18. Also, when you tee off on the 18th hole, if you go left much at all, you're almost in line with the tee boxes for the 17th hole. This is a rather dangerous situation.
Thank you for your review, CherokeeFlyer. We will pass along your positive experience and helpful feedback to our team at Links of Sandpiper. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Enjoyable Round
Course was in pretty good condition. Look forward to when the course is updated so I can use my golf watch.
Hi msandaker. We appreciate you leaving a review and rating us. We will inform the entire team, so they know their hard work is paying off. We look forward to having you back at Links of Sandpiper!
Tough back 9
Really enjoyed the challenge of the back 9.
I understand it’s new & it’s beautiful!
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Not sure YET on the last 5 holes
Finally played the back 9 to see the new format on holes 14-18 not sure yet if I like the layout need to play it more, if your a long hitter u want be able to hit driver off tee because you’ll probably end up in the water on the par 5’s 14 and 16 and the par 4’s 17 and 18 r to short and the greens r small feels very closed in and narrow playing those last 5 holes but I understand that’s what had to be done to fit all the houses that will be built around those holes It’s a different look will just take time to feel comfortable on how to play the holes go play it yourself and see what u think
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good bang for the buck
I really enjoyed today's round. It was interesting for short course. Needs some time back 9 I hear is new
Great bar and Bartender
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3.5 stars
I enjoyed the front 9 and the first few on the back. But the New holes on the back are just odd. Water everywhere. Confusing holes. Very tight fairways. 17 hitting into 18 makes no sense. So close as to be dangerous. I hit a hybrid off 17 fee and almost hit 18 tee. And I am a very short hitter.
Worth playing if you find the right deal. People were friendly.
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Disappointing
Check in person not welcoming, especially when she noted we were Golf Now prepaid customers and not recognized members of their semi-private club!!.No instructions on where carts were, first tee, etc. We understood the course was going through re structures, etc, but very difficult to navigate to correct holes and tees. Course is too narrow, golfers were in wrong fairways at times and never saw Marshall til towards end of round.Another private club that needs money , has to invite public in but gives us the cold shoulder!
Thank you for taking the time to leave us feedback. We're very sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy your round with us. We never want our guests to feel anything short of welcome. We will absolutely pass along your feedback to our management staff.
17th and 18th Oops
All good on new back 9 until you get to 17 when you are hitting into oncoming 18th players. Got to get this fixed other than that like the new water hazards good challenge! Wanted a burger today after play but restaurant was busy busy and wait would be too long
Hi u775634668. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Links of Sandpiper.
an experience
greens need work, fairways close together and you have difficult time locating which is your green to play to
pace of play was very slow
Hi RG72FB408EACBA808737. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass on your feedback to the teams in charge so they can work to make changes. Thanks for visiting Links of Sandpiper. We hope to see you again in the future.
Fun Track
Pleasantly surprised how much I liked this course. Played from the blues both times and found an interesting mix of holes. There wasn’t a hole I didn’t like. Back 9 greens were slow but I get it - the back was recently reopened and the greens need time to grow.
Pace of play was good but I played first thing in the am. Good value as well.
Your feedback is important to us, chippinandaputtin. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing Links of Sandpiper.
Back 9 Open Now
It was a treat to golf the whole course. Look forward to golfing again.
Wow, we are so happy you enjoyed your round, msandaker! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Thank you for taking the time to review us patdmbs. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to delivering you excellent service again soon. Links of Sandpiper thanks you!