Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, USA

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Last 6 Months
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4.0

1073 Reviews (1073)

5 Stars

465

4 Stars

453

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

4.1

Value

4.2

Layout

4.4

Friendliness

4.3

Pace

4.1

Amenities

4.0

86.1%

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973 out of 1073 reviews

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Average Rating

Avg Rating

3.8

5 Reviews (5)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

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Conditions

4.5

Value

4.3

Layout

4.3

Pace

4.0

Amenities

3.7

StaffFriendliness

4.2

80.0%

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4 out of 5 reviews

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Avg Rating

3.7

10 Reviews (10)

5 Stars

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Conditions

4.1

Value

4.0

Layout

4.3

Pace

3.8

Amenities

3.9

StaffFriendliness

4.1

80.0%

Recommend this course

8 out of 10 reviews

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AI summaries based on real golfer reviews

Course Highlights

Sandpiper Bay's three-nine layout consistently earns high praise for its variety, with water-rich challenges and player-friendly scoring opportunities across the different nines. Friendly staff, smooth pace of play, and affordable hot deals make this course a strong value for returning golfers.

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Holes 9

Type Public

Par 36

Length 3399 yards

Slope N/A

Rating N/A

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Tees

Tee	Par	Length
Black	36	3399 yards
White	36	3249 yards
Gold	36	2946 yards
Red	36	2452 yards

Track Rounds

Scorecard

Scorecard for Piper/Bay

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	Total
Black M: 72.5/137	384	568	190	508	373	185	560	194	404	3366	6746
White M: 70.4/129	376	559	161	499	342	157	532	179	384	3189	6284
Silver M: 68.4/124	376	520	126	499	342	113	484	157	370	2987	5915
Gold M: 67.8/114 W: 72.7/130	343	520	126	474	308	113	484	157	370	2895	5654
Red M: 63.6/105 W: 68.0/117	293	459	99	408	235	81	416	106	299	2396	4829
Maroon M: 60.1/97 W: 61.4/99	226	354	96	302	177	81	307	101	268	1912	3676
Gray M: 57.4/86 W: 58.1/90	178	266	96	241	126	81	259	101	177	1525	3040
Handicap	7	5	11	17	13	15	3	9	1
Par	4	5	3	5	4	3	5	3	4	36	72
Handicap (W)	9	3	7	11	13	15	1	17	5

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Course Details

Year Built 1987

Fairways Bermuda Grass

Greens Mini Verde Bermuda Grass

Golf Season Year round

Architect Dan Maples (1987) Michael Gleason (1987)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees

GPS No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes

Teaching Pro Yes

Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover Welcomed

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Single Allowed Yes

Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.0

1073 Reviews (1073)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:

Drinks 17

19th Hole Scenic Views 6

Course Challenges Include:

Water Hazards 38

Bunkers 32

Forced Carries 21

This course/club is great for:

Seniors 25

Locals 24

Playing Multiple Courses 22

This Course's Location is:

Worth the Drive 28

Convenient to the City 9

In the 'Burbs 6

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u527640860

Played On 09/28/2017

Reviews 10

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

u426278015

Played On 09/26/2017

Reviews 4

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Great course to play

We enjoyed the course. The greens were nice. My only complaint is that it was a very slow round. They allowed a five-some of women to play..I am a woman so I can say that! We said something to the starter and he said he'd drive around to make sure the play was on pace and he did not. There were 2 holes open in front of them and they didn't allow anyone to go thru.

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Good

Comment

petebrewer1946

Played On 09/24/2017

Reviews 8

Handicap 20-24

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

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Elmer9771450

Played On 09/23/2017

Reviews 4

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Accommodating

I have always found staff to be friendly and accommodating. Great shape and driving range ballls a plus

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

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petebrewer1946

Played On 09/24/2017

Reviews 8

Handicap 20-24

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Perfect weather

Used cart

Perfect Golf Dayh

Course was in really great conditions. Fairway were great, greens, fast but true

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

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brez123

Played On 09/20/2017

Reviews 3

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Great value for a really nice course

Great course in really good shape. We had very little wait time from hole to hole. The value using the golf now app was fantastic!!

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

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craig2323

Played On 09/20/2017

Reviews 4

Handicap 5-9

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Hot weather

Used cart

Long course

The distance was average 6300+ but the fairways were very soft giving 0 roll. Play up tees from where you normally play if you want to enjoy your round. ps The greens had been punched within the last 2 weeks and were bumpy but playable.

Conditions Fair

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Excellent

Amenities Average

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

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lenz49

Played On 09/20/2017

Reviews 6

Handicap 5-9

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Hot weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

ronleibel

Played On 09/19/2017

Reviews 5

Handicap 5-9

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Lots of Fun

This is a fun course to play. The course has been in good condition every time we've played it. The greens are especially nice for the price. A little rough on some edges (e.g. some cart path areas, some areas just off the path) but they are in the middle of improving that with new sod, etc. Otherwise, everything was really very nice. In addition to conditions and price, this is a straightforward and extremely pleasant course to play for people of any skill level.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

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Dan2919331

Played On 09/17/2017

Reviews 6

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Good

Amenities Good

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u00000862327

Played On 09/18/2017

Reviews 1

Handicap Don't know

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

Skip1971

Played On 09/18/2017

Reviews 1

Handicap 10-14

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Moderate

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Paulo43

Played On 09/13/2017

Reviews 11

Handicap 5-9

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

Michael6694109

Played On 09/17/2017

Reviews 62

Handicap 5-9

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

great deal, great staff

A pleasure to play this course

My wife enjoyed the layuot, open fairways and perfect distance for average lady golfers

Conditions Fair

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Fair

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

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Razrblade

Played On 09/15/2017

Reviews 24

Handicap 10-14

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Hot weather

Used cart

Ready 4 play

Fast sanded true greens, great fairways although some wet spots, Traps need a little TLC otherwise a great layout with fair challenging holes. Would recommend everyone to Play before trying other courses in the area. Competitive pricing, great staff and facility.

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

Shenny48

Played On 09/14/2017

Reviews 8

Handicap 15-19

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

3.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Hot weather

Used cart

Seen better days

The course as wet from recent rain. Greens were recently aerated and top dressed. Cart paths in bad shape. Friendly staff. Free practice balls a positive. You get what you pay for.

Conditions Average

Value Average

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Fair

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

52Rick

Played On 09/10/2017

Reviews 7

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Sandpiper Bay

I have always found Sandpiper to be the best value on the Grand Strand.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

u408245031

Played On 09/08/2017

Reviews 1

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Great course

My buddies and I went and played this on Friday it was fantastic for the price it can't be beat

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Friendliness Average

Pace Excellent

Amenities Average

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cdnman1

Played On 09/04/2017

Reviews 8

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Really enjoyable!

I've play here several times over the years. I alway enjoy it. Very friendly staff. It is also women friendly as it is my wife's favourite.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Excellent

Comment

tperry3

Played On 09/03/2017

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once every three months

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Average

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Average

Comment

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FAQ

What is the address of Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine?

Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine is located at 800 Sandpiper Bay Dr, Sunset Beach, North Carolina 28468, Brunswick County.

Is Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine open to the public?

Yes, Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine is open to the public.

What year did Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine open?

Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine was built in 1987.

Who designed Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine?

Dan Maples (1987) and Michael Gleason (1987) are the architects of Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine.

What type of grass does Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine have?

Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine has Mini Verde Bermuda Grass greens and Bermuda Grass fairways.

What is the par of Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine

The par of Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine is 36.

What is the length of Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine

The length of Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine is 3399 yards.

What are the course conditions at Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at Sandpiper Bay Golf & Country Club - Piper Nine are great.

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