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3.9
1269 Reviews (1269)
5 Stars
301
4 Stars
505
3 Stars
270
2 Stars
111
1 Stars
82
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
83.8%
Recommend this course
985 out of 1269 reviews
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4.0
61 Reviews (61)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
85.2%
Recommend this course
52 out of 61 reviews
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4.0
108 Reviews (108)
5 Stars
39
4 Stars
42
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
5
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.7
86.1%
Recommend this course
93 out of 108 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 6743 yards
Slope 129
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

3.9
1269 Reviews (1269)

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 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 02/03/2022

Hello, we appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Shalimar Pointe Golf Club. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Better than Ohio at this point

Obviously very little money spent on course improvements. Greens are ok. Fairways are sparse. Cart paths would not be missed if removed.

No starter no ranger carts are worn out

Upside- NO SNOW

Value Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
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Commented on 02/02/2022

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting Shalimar Pointe Golf Club, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Our round was quite enjoyable.. The guy in the pro shop was not particularly friendly or helpful. The chap at the end of the round was much better.

The course was in great shape considering that we played mid-winter and rough areas were dormant. Greens and sand traps were in very good condition.

Pace of play was fine but slowed on the back nine due to on overly slow 3some. Marshalling might have helped.

We’ll give another go, soon.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Course has some fun holes.. Needs a little TLC, lots of work seems to be ongoing.. have a feeling improvements are happening.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 01/31/2022

Hi, thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Shalimar Pointe Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 12
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Excellent Experience

I read some recent reviews of the course and was pleasantly surprised at how much better the course was than some of the reviews. Almost every greens was in excellent shape. Tee boxes were much better than expected based on reviews. It was a great value. I will definitely play there again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun track

This is a great course to bring a newcomer, challenging and fun for a seasoned golfer

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 49
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 01/25/2022

Hello, we appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Shalimar Pointe Golf Club. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Fun course to play

Greens are coming around and much better condition than a year ago. Layout is awesome! Carts are old but they have been keeping them clean. Price is a little steep based on course conditions but you can catch a good deal on Golf Now. Staff is always friendly

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 01/21/2022

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting Shalimar Pointe Golf Club, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice layout

Very pretty layout. Grass a little thin at this time in the season. Fun to play and rewards good shots.. Greens were in good shape. Great course to walk if they'll let you.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 77
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great course for the price

If you are looking for a good course at a decent price then this is a great course

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0

Excellent quality for the price

I played this course for the first time since summer and was pleasantly surprised by the improvement in the course conditions. Greens and fairways were in good condition. Tee boxes had a lot of divots but were mostly filled in. Courses in this area are very expensive and this course offers excellent quality for the price.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Has so much potential

Great layout. On the bay. Can tell it use to be a country club. Hole layouts were great. Staff was incredible. Greens. Horrible. Think they took a lot of bad weather. If they loved on the course a little bit this place could be a hidden gem.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good bang for your buck

I have always played this course when I am in Florida. I love the layout and I am pretty sure this is a Pete Dye course. It makes you think about just about every shot.

I noticed this time that there were a lot of bad reviews. They must have had a problem during the summer. When I played in December the grass on the greens looked great. They were just a little slow. They probably had them that way for a reason. I think those people that were whining need to pull your pants up and make a shot

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Shalimar Pointe Review

Course is improving from loss of greens and irrigation system loss! But $57 is too much to play this course!

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 01/13/2022

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting Shalimar Pointe Golf Club, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Previously Played

Bad policies ruin mediocre course

I’ve played here a few times — usually very relaxed play as it’s rarely crowded. Course has always been in OK condition and play is usually fun. I tried to play on 12/30 but we had a very bad rain storm and only finished 4 holes. I asked for a rain check but they only gave 9 since I had finished more than 3 holes. Not the best policy when they are looking for repeat players. In addition, the cost to play if you pay in the clubhouse vs using golf now is $13 more than using golf now. When I enquired about this, they said it was a convenience charge for letting me reserve a time at the course vs, golf now. So if you do decide to play here, use golf now and save some money.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 12/31/2021

Thank you for taking the time to review and leave your feedback of your recent round with us. We would like to apologize for any inconvenience you experienced at the course with us. Your feedback is extremely important to us. It is always our utmost goal to provide our golfers with a fun and enjoyable time and apologize if we missed the mark. For further resolution in this matter, please feel free to reach out to our staff in the pro shop. We hope to hear from you soon!

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