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4.6
318 Reviews (318)
5 Stars
193
4 Stars
89
3 Stars
27
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
92.5%
Recommend this course
289 out of 318 reviews
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4.5
8 Reviews (8)
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5
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0
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.6
100.0%
Recommend this course
8 out of 8 reviews
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4.6
25 Reviews (25)
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.6
88.0%
Recommend this course
22 out of 25 reviews
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Course Highlights
This championship-style Outer Banks course impresses with well-maintained fairways, pristine greens, and a challenging layout featuring multiple tee boxes and interesting water hazards. Exceptionally friendly and attentive staff consistently elevate the experience, keeping the course in outstanding condition throughout your round.

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Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 72
Length 6550 yards
Slope 144
Rating 72.2
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Kilmarlic Golf Club
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Course Details

Year Built 2002
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Steele (2002)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fee
GPS No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Major credit cards accepted
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Shorts are allowed (No cut-offs). Shirts with collars are mandatory. No jeans, no denim. No tank-tops or sleeveless tee shirts

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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4.6
318 Reviews (318)
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Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Kilmarlic Golf Club Is a must-play course in the outer banks

I had driven past Kilmarlic Golf Club several times but had never played it. After finding no availability at a nearby course, I decided to give Kilmarlic a try, and I’m so glad I did—it was absolutely amazing. The course was in pristine condition, and the overall playing experience was top-notch. The staff was fantastic; they met us in the parking lot with brand-new carts and gave us a thorough rundown of the course. The clubhouse is also impressive, with stunning views of the 18th hole. I will definitely be returning in the future!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Golf Now Scammed Me

I got to the course 30 minutes early only to find that there was no tee time reserved. Golf Now does not have access to the course system. The people at the course were great and tried everything to accommodate me but we could not work it out. The time Golf Now claimed to have reserved for me was before the course was even open. My advice to anyone traveling is to call the courses directly!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Windy day, but beautiful course

I couldn't recommend this place enough, when comparing it to other courses in the OBX area for the money. When we played it was super windy, so the course played more difficult than usual, with winds swirling, making certain approach shots near impossible. The staff couldn't be more friendly, and the amenities, which include a beautiful outdoor area to watch players come up the 18th is a great addition. The course layout is great, given that you're never playing the same style of hole twice, and the wind changes up after at most 2 holes. Will definitely come again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A Must-Play in the Outer Banks

Kilmarlic Golf Club is a beautiful and well-kept course that’s both fun and challenging. The layout has a great mix of wide fairways and tight, tricky holes with water and bunkers that keep things interesting. The views are amazing, especially the par-3 5th with its island green.

The staff is super friendly. We were met in the parking lot with carts and given a run down of the course. the facilities are great . If you're in the Outer Banks and looking to golf, Kilmarlic is definitely worth checking out. I will be back soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

OBX golf

Not a lot of options in OBX so this course is one of the few good ones. Greens were receptive and rolled pretty good, if only people would fix their pitch marks, interesting layout with a little woods and links layout. Played in 4hrs so not bad for a public tract.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Wonderful time

Staff was very helpful, booked with Golfnow, however even though we had a 7:45 am tee time confirmation we were not on the tee sheet. Not to worry, the staff got us out early. Great, friendly staff, course conditions were excellent. Definitely will return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

What a Layout

Fantastic course, probably the best layout/design of any ‘beach golf’ I’ve played. Challenging, fun, beautiful setting. Staff was great.

It’s no hacker’s paradise and you’ll want to bring some balls as there are a lot of force carries (although most have a safer play option available to you as well), but if you can’t have fun on some of these holes idk what to tell ya!

We played as a hurricane passed through and the course was drenched — even still, it played fine. Not sure how they manage to make that work but they must have some darn good drainage systems. Loved it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Best golf in OBX!

I’ve been golfing in the OBX on my vacation for several years now, and this is the best course around. Course has plenty of challenges and is beautifully maintained. Best of all, it’s priced better than any course on the island and it’s only a few minutes over the bridge. We loved it and will be back again!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course, need more staff

Great course to play, had to wait for carts from people that just finished. Had to walk to driving range and only saw drink cart once on a plus 30 hot day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Didn't disappoint

Favorite course in OBX. Other than playing through some downpours, course was great.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Summer Vacation

One of my favorite courses I have played in recent years. My absolute favorite in the OBX. I keep telling friends about the course.

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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

What a round

Great people and staff. Highly recommend the layout.

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