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4.8
755 Reviews (755)
5 Stars
592
4 Stars
129
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
11
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.5
Layout
4.9
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.8
99.5%
Recommend this course
728 out of 755 reviews
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4.7
13 Reviews (13)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.6
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
13 out of 13 reviews
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4.9
79 Reviews (79)
5 Stars
71
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.9
Value
4.5
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
79 out of 79 reviews
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Holes 9
Type Public
Par 36
Length 3547 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A
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Thistle Golf Club
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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tim Cate (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
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
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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4.8
755 Reviews (755)

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Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Thistle - Worth the price

Course is in great condition. Layout is challenging but fair. Plenty of beverage carts - we saw one every 3/4 holes. Carts have extra thick leather seats. Starter very friendly and informative. Would play there again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good Tract

First time playing. Wide open with plenty of water. Course was in good shape. Greens were average speed

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Not a Weed In Sight

Course condition was magnificent. Kudos to the staff for their hard work. Greens were slippery. Held their line but judging speed was a challenge. First time playing here but will definitely will be on the return list.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Clubhouse and staff

The area and Clubhouse were spectacular. All the staff were great. Course was tough.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Best of the best!

I can’t overstate how beautiful this course is. The entire complex is top notch. Just great from beginning to end. It’s worth every penny! The conditions were immaculate. So book it!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
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 Excellent
Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best in NC

Not an easy course but the best in NC

They do need to lower price.

I played only because I got a super low discount on the Tee Off app.

I wanted to play at the beginning of September with my son-in-law but wasn't going to pay close to $100 green fees.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
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 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great place

Course was in great shape and would definitely play here again. The carts had gps so that was a plus. I had a 430 tee time and basically had the course to myself. make sure you take bug spray because the mosquitoes were terrible. Overall good experience

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 29
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Totally Pristine!

Outstanding course, hands down one of the best we’ve played in the area. Staff assured us that our experience would meet or exceed all expectations…hit on all fronts! Layout, greens, fairways, tee boxes…well kept and maintained. Very playable for all golfers.

Definitely on the “play again” list!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Lovely day of ⛳️

Super course conditions tee to green. Good pace of play. Will definitely return next time we are in the area. Best course we played this week.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful course in Calabash NC

I played this a few years ago on a golf trip but unfortunately the day we played it was windy and off and on rainy weather. I could tell at the time however that this was a top notch course and made a note to play it again in good weather. Today was the day. I was traveling with my wife and given a chance to play golf one morning. When this course appeared on the search results I just had to play.

It wasxa beautiful day and the course was in great shape. I would definitely like to come and play again with friends.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

2 days after Hurricane and still Perfect.

Course was 2 days after Hurricane and still perfect conditions. It was car path only but still great pace. Ranger came out a few times informing our group (we were a bit slow) to keep pace and play quicker. Ranger was very respectful and nice about it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
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 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Scottish links

Very fun. Extremely great links course 10/10 recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Best Course in Sunset

Played 3 courses the week I was there. Out of respect I won’t name the other 2 but they didn’t touch the quality of Thistle. Wish I would have played it all 3 days. Must Play Track!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Watch out for the 3 legged gator!

Watch out for the 3 legged gator on hole 2 tee box. He was ornery and wouldn’t let us pass! Amazing course conditions. Grounds keeping staff was out in full force. There wasn’t a blade of grass out of place. Very pleasant round and better conditions than True Blue the day prior.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Costs just a little more to go first class.

From the moment you arrive at Thistle Golf Course, you are greeted by friendly staff at the bag drop, setting the tone for a top-tier experience. The elegant clubhouse welcomes you to check in and browse for Thistle Golf souvenirs.

Included in your greens fees are range balls, perfect for warming up before your round. Take advantage of the practice green to fine-tune your putting and get a feel for the day’s green speed. The greens are true and feature significant undulations, adding to the challenge and enjoyment of your game.

The fairways are impeccably maintained, and the rough is forgiving, allowing for recovery from errant shots. You have the option to choose from three distinct 9-hole courses when booking your tee times, provided one is not undergoing maintenance.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/11/2024

Thank you for your fantastic review, samcraig1604! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your experience at Thistle Golf Club, from the friendly staff to the well-maintained course. We look forward to welcoming you back for another top-tier experience!

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