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St. James Bay Golf Club

151 Laughing Gull Ln, Carrabelle, Florida 32322, Franklin County
(850) 697-9606
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4.1
288 Reviews
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A view of hole #15 from the fairway at St. James Bay Golf Club

About

Located in Carrabelle just minutes from the pristine white beaches of St. George Island and Cape San Blas, St. James Bay Resort boasts the only Audubon Signature Sanctuary golf course in the area. It's not an understatement to say that water is the course's most formidable feature. There are 15 lakes throughout the landscape that present a hazard on every hole. Towering pines and colorful flowers accent the scenic parkland as well. In addition to the natural hazards that have been seamlessly incorporated, bunkers were carefully added to strategic locations to make the course more challenging, but they still allow the landscape to truly shine. In addition to the golf course, St. James Bay offers a full practice facility with a driving range, a chipping green with a bunker, and two putting greens.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6601 yds
Rating 72.0
Slope 139
Type Public/Resort
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
GPS
Caddies
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Bunker
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

Policies

Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
Meeting Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming
Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness
Tennis
Year Built 2003
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Robert Walker (2003)

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4.1
4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 288 reviews
87.9%
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288
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  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.9
  • Value
    3.9
  • Layout
    4.5
  • Friendliness
    4.5
  • Pace
    4.5
  • Amenities
    4.2
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Course Highlights
This scenic, wildlife-rich course offers a rewarding shotmaker's layout with well-maintained greens and excellent pace of play. Exceptionally friendly staff and strong value make it a memorable round worth repeating.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 19
Brunch 13
Dinner 11
Course Challenges:
Forced Carries 28
Water Hazards 28
Bunkers 19
Best For:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 25
A Weekend Splurge 19
Advanced Golfers 17
Location is:
Worth the Drive 29
At a Resort 8

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Golfer Reviews

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u792832585
Reviews 6
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Love the layout

The course is always fun. Great Layout. Pace of play was very slow. Greens need some attention...poa annua needs to be sprayed on the greens! Range, Putting and.chipping areas were nice.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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thepar
Reviews 54
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Challenging Layout

The layout is challenging, yet enjoyable. .A few tough holes. Better make sure you a decent driver, there is a lot of carry off the tee.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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liette1965
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course and quite challenging

We loved the course even if we lost lots of balls. Unfortunate that the grass froze. It will all come back! Resort lile place. We will come back!!!!!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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liette1965
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Really challenging course

Really nice, challenging, lost lots of balls. The GPS in the cart was extremely useful. Unfortunate that the grass had frozen recently. It will return soon to normal. We will come back.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 5.0
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Regiwahl
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played

Enjoyed this beautiful course! Dad loves the greens!

We enjoyed our round! My dad said that he loves the greens. They putt so true. Bring extra balls!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Perry5773072
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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cr61g2DZ1mya0urUdOri
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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cr61g2DZ1mya0urUdOri
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great Course, Great Resort

Great course that demands accuracy and distance control. The staff was exceptional. The restaurant was great.

If you’re looking for a golf getaway that is a true picture of North Florida’s natural beauty, this is it!

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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f3KPq8sk3XzQlg21znX3
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Great day at St James Bay

Had a super time playing with the family over Thanksgiving. Course was in great shape and the staff was super friendly. Highly recommend if you are in the area

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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RLK52958
Reviews 35
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 4.0
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svntldr01
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

SJB

Excellent course excellent location. New owners are pricing saint james, out of the market.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 1.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314165729839
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314162327558
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u314164279002
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Amazing experience

From the friendly staff at st James bay golf club to the beautiful woodland views, we had a 10/10 experience and plan on coming back soon! Very well maintained course.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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NdWEhyaCvksNaOk4Iv58
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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KenSlim
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

St James

Beautiful course, in beautiful condition. Highly recommend

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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johnboy102500
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Visiting from PA

Great course. Have to hit golf shots. Lots of tight fairways. Not a wide open course. Very nice though. Numerous mid irons off the tee is required. Had to lay up. 15 handicap. Finished front with 43. Blew up on back with 47. Started double / triple on 10&11 then got it back together. Really liked the course. Conditions were good. Layout and vibe are awesome. Greens were a bit slow. Started told us they were gonna be. Kinda fuzzy is best way to describe. Course definitely makes ya think! Great place.

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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DrewBarrow
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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KWP1945
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Good for a Hot Deal

Fairways and greens fine. Tee boxes terrible. Decent layout. Plays to target tee shots. Lots of 3-wood/2-hybrid tee shots.

First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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DrewBarrow
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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