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3.8
1294 Reviews (1294)
5 Stars
304
4 Stars
515
3 Stars
275
2 Stars
116
1 Stars
84
Conditions
3.5
Value
4.1
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
81.1%
Recommend this course
1001 out of 1294 reviews
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3.7
73 Reviews (73)
5 Stars
19
4 Stars
28
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.9
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
76.7%
Recommend this course
56 out of 73 reviews
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3.9
103 Reviews (103)
5 Stars
34
4 Stars
40
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
5
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
81.6%
Recommend this course
84 out of 103 reviews
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Course Highlights
Shalimar's challenging layout and well-maintained conditions consistently reward returning golfers who appreciate a course that keeps improving. Exceptionally friendly staff and strong value make every round here feel worthwhile.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6818 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.5

Located along the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay, Shalimar Pointe Golf Club enjoys a scenic, rolling landscape dotted with trees. This often-overlooked golf course has been considered one of the Emerald Coast's best-kept secrets but the word is beginning to get out. The course, due to its challenging but playable nature, has been used for U.S. Open qualifiers and it was host to the Emerald Coast Tour. The layout features immaculately manicured greens that are framed by strategic bunkering and water hazards on a number of holes. The golf course is challenging but fair with five sets of tees to accommodate players of all skill levels. The course is Shalimar Pointe's main attraction but it is complemented by extensive practice facilities including an expansive driving range, putting green and chipping green.

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Course Details

Year Built 1968
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tifdwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Joe Finger (1986) Ken Dye (1986)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fee
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards
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Reviews

3.8
1294 Reviews (1294)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
Watching the Game 9
Brunch 8
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 50
Water Hazards 43
Undulating Greens 37
This course/club is great for:
Locals 37
Seniors 24
Advanced Golfers 23
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 31
Worth the Drive 18
In the 'Burbs 17

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
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 15
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Previously Played

Poor conditions with fast greens

Played late afternoon with a great pace. Friendly clubhouse staff. Tees and fairways of Course is not in good condition. Greens are fast and in OK condition. If price is right it’s ok to play. I wouldn’t pay too much to play.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Average Conditions

Fairways and tees in poor to average condition but found course difficult to manage because of conditions.Greens were in good condition. We got a great deal on Golf Now so feel we got value for money but would not hurry back at full green fee rate.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

New Years Eve round

I played the course in September 2024 and enjoyed very much. With all dormant now, it looked like the painting of the greens were a coverup to the rough spots. There is quite a bit of weed in the greens. Very grainy. I would recommend this course maybe in the spring or later but not right now for a 50.00 price.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 49
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Worse Couse Condition I Played all Year

Really a bad experience. Little grass on Fairways, tee boxes uneven, greens ridiculous. I won't be playing here for the rest of this Snowbird season.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
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

Nice course, slow pace of play.

Nice course for the price. Pace of play was slow for a Monday with every tee time booked.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

A nice Dye course off the Destin Beach

Shalimar Pointe Golf Club offers a fun and challenging experience with a great layout that lives up to expectations for a course inspired by Dye design. The greens are in great condition, but very challenging with various undulations (5 star). The layout is both strategic and engaging, making it a memorable course to play.

However, the condition of the fairways and tee boxes were very poor. There is no defined cart path. Many fairways and roughs were difficult to play, which detracts from the overall experience (2.5 star). That said, the pricing seems to align with the current condition of the course, making it an affordable option for golfers looking for a fun round.

Despite the shortcomings in fairway and tee box maintenance, Shalimar Pointe remains a challenging course that offers plenty of enjoyment. It’s definitely worth a visit if you want to pay 1/2 of a resort green fee on Destin beach area, especially for those who appreciate a thoughtfully designed layout and quality greens.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

A nice public Dye course at a half of resort course price

Shalimar Pointe Golf Club offers a fun and challenging experience with a great layout that lives up to expectations for a course inspired by Dye design. The greens are in great condition, but very challenging with various undulations (5 star). The layout is both strategic and engaging, making it a memorable course to play.

However, the condition of the fairways and tee boxes were very poor. There is no defined cart path. Many fairways and roughs were difficult to play, which detracts from the overall experience (2.5 star). That said, the pricing seems to align with the current condition of the course, making it an affordable option for golfers looking for a fun round.

Despite the shortcomings in fairway and tee box maintenance, Shalimar Pointe remains a challenging course that offers plenty of enjoyment. It’s definitely worth a visit if you want to pay 1/2 of a resort green fee on Destin beach area, especially for those who appreciate a thoughtfully designed layout and quality greens.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 15
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 Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 32
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 111
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Perfect Winter Day

Perfect 63 degrees, sunny, with very light winds. You couldn't dream up a better scenario for golfing. With the cold front passing through on Thanksgiving, some of the low temps are in the mid 30's now. Which makes for very fast greens. They are still green and pretty smooth, but faster. Which I prefer. The course is in excellent shape overall.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 32
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 125
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Great course

Enjoyed outing as always. Staff were courteous and friendly. Course in great shape

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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