Thistle Golf Club - MacKay Course

Course was in fantastic shape. Greens had been punched 10-14 days ago but not bad. If greens were better I would've given 5-stars. Rained during 2nd nine and they did give a 9 hole raincheck which was nice and much appreciated. Staff was very kind and I'll definitely go back to play. Don't miss this gem!

This is a great course with a very challenging layout. It was fun to play even though the conditions were very wet and the greens had been airrated. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The best golf carts on the Grand Strand. We truly enjoyed our experience:

Amazing time playing today. I missed my original tee time due to a personal situation and they were very accommodating. Definitely thoughtful individuals in the pro shop. I went by myself and on multiple occasions, I was approached by staff asking me how my round was going. The greens are apparently still recovering from a chemical issue a couple of months ago, but most greens seemed in awesome shape. I do wish that someone would have tried to pair to me up with another group, as I consistently caught up to foursomes and had to play through, feeling rushed...which I felt hurt my score and enjoyment on those holes. Grounds crew costantly working. Starters and staff were very helpful and courteous. I would certainly play again!

Course was in excellent shape. The greens have recovered from issues earlier in the year. Played our first nine in 1:40 minutes, got delay on second nine as we ran into groups teeing off.

Great track with some teeth! When we played, the wind was blowing which added to the difficulty. Great layout and I don't thunk there is a bad hole on the course. Service is 5 star.

Add this course to your must play list and bring a few extra balls!

Played the Thistle for the first time. Paired with a member--extremely nice man. Course was in immaculate condition--excellent for shot making and use of all the clubs in your bag. Would play again if I can find the same rate!

Course conditions were best I saw of the 5 courses played the week of July 3rd. Super practice green. Clubhouse is beautiful. Staff was friendly and efficient keeping the pace of play steady. Even the golf carts were above average.

A thunder storm hit the area right before we played! We thought the course would be soaked but we were soooo wrong. The course was still in great shape. I couldn't believe it. The course is definitely fun to play! Very impressed. Greens still rolled about 10-11 after the rain!

Great conditions, greens are sweet, recovered from whatever ailed them . First off, played in 2:15. :)

Highly recommend! First time to play at Thistle. Played all 3 nines despite some thunderstorms. Staff very friendly and helpful. The cart guys even saved my score card and water jug when I dashed into the clubhouse to escape the rain.

Course conditions were superb. Even bunkers well maintained. Greens have totally recovered from the fertilizer burn in May. Great variety of long and short par 4s.

Only negatives are no GPS on carts, so bring a range finder or GPS if you have one, and all par 3s seemed to be about 170-180. I just moved to a different tee box to create some variety.

Highly recommend!

I play in North Carolina quite often since I have a second home there. I am familiar with most of the course in the area. I had family with me and we play both Doenachs, Oyster Bay and Thistle. They, along with me, rated Thistle number on followed by Oyster Bay. Last time I played was the first year it was open. This course has truly matured into one of the best in the Carolinas.

One of the best around. Don't hesitate to play this course! 5 stars on all levels. Great shape and wonderful layout. Really enjoyed this course and the friendly professional staff. Lots of nice little extra touches. One of the best course I have played in the NMB area.

I have played golf the Myrtle Beach area for more than 15 years now and don't know why I have not made a stop at the Thistle until yesterday. But what a beautiful course with supposedly three 9 holes layout. I played the McKay and Cameron 9s with a member and it was outstanding!

The Myrtle Beach area, also referred to as the Grand Strand has three distinct areas. The South Strand, Myrtle Beach "proper" and the North Strand. All three with great courses. But I can tell you the King of the North is surely The Thistle! A 27 hole layout with everything you want in a course. Great layout, challenging holes, green complexes that reward a good shot and penalize a bad one. When you arrrive you will walk into the very best clubhouse in the area and a more than friendly staff. Make sure to take the time to visit the veranda and enjoy the view. Then get ready for a treat! Make this course a "Must Play" when you visit the Golf Capital of the World!

Bob J

Greenwood IN