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3.9
1258 Reviews (1258)
5 Stars
297
4 Stars
501
3 Stars
267
2 Stars
111
1 Stars
82
Conditions
3.5
Value
4.1
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
83.2%
Recommend this course
975 out of 1258 reviews
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4.0
52 Reviews (52)
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.1
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
84.6%
Recommend this course
44 out of 52 reviews
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3.9
108 Reviews (108)
5 Stars
37
4 Stars
42
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
85.2%
Recommend this course
92 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
1258 Reviews (1258)

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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Horrible conditions

Course is in terrible shape. Rock hard fairways, many dirt patches, no grass.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
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Horrible course conditions

The course is in horrible shape even for early February. Rick hard fairways and tee boxes. Many dirt patches in fairway. Not worth the price we paid

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
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Challenge

I enjoy playing #17 and 18 because they can be challenging .

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Perfect weather
Used cart
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 67
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 67
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
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5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Green Hard and fast

Greens were very difficult they were painted green, which is normal for this time of year. They were rock hard. Very fast. I really enjoyed the layout lots of water.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 21
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First Time Playing

Good course layout with varying tee to green configurations. The fairways were hard with lots of roll and the greens were the same. The dry fall and winter conditions have not done this course any favours. Did not see any maintenance staff on site while playing our round. Perhaps playing in the spring or summer is preferable.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
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Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 108
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Winter Golf on the Gulf Coast

After being shut in for 3 days from the rare snowstorm last Tuesday, it was a blessing to get out and play a round of golf. Temps reached 61, skies were clear and sunny, and light winds made for a great day of golf. The course was in excellent condition after 7 inches of snow fall. The fairway Bermuda is in its usual dormant, brown color for the winter. The greens are extremely fast but green, as they spray some type of fertilizer and/or colorant to make them look green. I think this is better than the winter rye grass other coursed put down. If you like very fast greens, then try Shalimar Pointe.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

We will be back

Nice layout and good value. Friendly staff and was fun course to play. Bring 7 of my buddies to play next month. Booked via Golf Now was good deal

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
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 Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Okay

Fast greens… need to play course a few times to play greens..

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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