One of Carolinas most appealing private golf vacation destination, the Mid South Club is located near the historical home of Pinehurst, North Caroline’s community. The scene is an expanse of 545 acres of longleaf pine forests, lakes and smooth rolling hillsides that serve as a backdrop for photo opportunities during a golf play. This awe-inspiring and scenic view is an Arnold Palmer signature golf course which is expected to offer a strategically challenging play that would test any golfer’s ability. The championship layout is truly attractive to all golf enthusiast out there.

Among the many interesting holes, the Number 14 hole of Mid South Club is the most cunning. From the backside tee, a player must surpass by driving 255 yards into the fairway. That also includes 11 acres of bunkers to outmatch. The sand traps and bunkers along the way would truly put a sand wedge’s power to the test. With such thrilling play at hand grip, a golf vacation in Mid South definitely meets with the dreams of all golf enthusiasts. In fact, Robb Report called it “One of the country’s top 18 newest and best golf course communities.”

Aside from the first-class label, Mid South Club is also ranked in the “Top 20 Best Courses in North Carolina,” according to Golf Digest. The Golf Magazine also declared it as “Top 100 Courses to play in 1996″, and as the “top 20 communities in America for semi-retirement.” Among other magnetic awards are the PGA Club Professional qualifier and the U.S. Senior Amateur qualifier. This golf trip location definitely prides for impressive architecture and one-of-a-kind golf experience. And it continues to serve that way to this day. 

In 1895, George Fazio, and his nephew Tom, designed the Pinehurst #6 to provide a contrast in topography with the other famous courses in Pinehurst Resort, especially the notable Pinehurst #2. Their intention was to create a dramatic site with various elevation changes and, by that, forming a unique golf course. With more rough terrain wreathed by woods and other dense vegetation, this golf vacation destination is also spectacled with water features that give more challenge to a play. While the back nine here is considered the most risky endeavor among the line of Pinehurt’s courses, it is expectantly the most sought after. Guests never fail to visit this course for that reason.

Because of the large number of guests, more establishments have installed shops here, which provided convenience for both business owners and golf enthusiasts. In fact, Pinehurst #6 is the perfect go-to for a golf vacation because it is where the largest Medial Facilities are significantly near the playing field. For easy accommodations, the Northern edge of Pinehurst, NC is where the Homes reside. The Sandhills Largest Hospital, Doctor’s Offices, Attorney Offices, Health Club and Banks are also a walk away. Down the road, there are National Big Band Retail Outlets including the Staples, Wal-Mart and Best Buy.

Now at the south of Pinehurst #6, particularly on 15/501, guests can find the more appealing and reliable stores. For one, there is the famous ‘Olmsted Village’ which is a new shopping and business office area. Another is the Lowe’s Food Store and the Eckerds Drug Store that allow guest to purchase needs without having to go through all the hassle. More restaurants and shops follow on this line. Truly, this golf trip location is made to satisfy every golfer’s needs.

Pinehurst #2 of the Pinehurst Resort is known for its extended topography and robustious routing with several water features that put any player of various caliber to the test. But aside from the challenge, this golf vacation destination is more famous for its fusion of competitive conditions and fun-filled atmosphere, making it one of the most sought after holes in all of Pinehurst, North Carolina. Thousands have cried with the thrill and amusement in this course and they include some of the most highly regarded golf stars.

One unique golf vacation characteristic any player would experience in this course is that it is never too easy to lose a ball during a round. The classical layout makes ultimate playability, but the monster par-4 with double-crowned green angled to the right, defines Pinehurst #2 as one of the toughest part of the entire resort. This course is not easy, and that aspect draws golfers to love it more. That is why it became a site for U.S. Open Championships in 1999 and 2005.

The rippling layout present in Pinehurst #2 is complimented with a strategic placement of bunkers that surely sets both long and short games. Golf enthusiasts will be able to play golf the way it should be played, at this golf trip location, for Donald Ross designed this to offer “the fairest test of championship golf.” Being the top 10 golf course in the country, calling this destination awesome is ultimately an understatement. Adding the significant aesthetic renovations by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw transforms this course into an unbearably appealing view.  

With a rare blend of challenge and playability, the Rhodes Ranch Golf Club has steadfastly rose into fame as more and more golf enthusiasts come to visit this destination at the base of Spring Mountains. As a leader golf vacation destination, Rhodes continues to become the top spot in Las Vegas Valley since it was initially opened in 1997. This Ted Robinson designed golf course is located near the desert. Strategically, it is also standing a couple of minutes away from the well-celebrated Las Vegas strip.

The famous architect of this course detailed an assembly of par threes into the 6,909 yards of layout that envelopes a luscious tropical surround. Robinson admits that Rhodes Ranch Golf Club is one of his best designs as he intentionally molded world-class golf architectural theories on the landscape. The line of ambitious water features, different elevations and well-sculpted rolling fairways lead the way to the magnificent view of the city and mountain vistas. The 162 acre fairways provide for most of the golf vacation experience with an atmosphere suitable for both competitive and fun-loving people.

Aside from just golf trip, Rhodes Ranch Golf Club also offers the Frank Lloyd Wright inspired clubhouse where golf enthusiasts can hold weddings and other parties. The place exhibits an amazing view of the imperial Spring Mountains which is a perfect spot for photo opportunities. The clubhouse also offers an impression of interesting amenities including indoor and outdoor patio seating and intricate decorations. With the efficient and hospitable staff, an experience at Rhodes will always be as elegant as can be imagined. 

As a top public golf vacation destination in the region, Mississippi National Golf Club showcases a magnificent terrain in Biloxi, Mississippi that is designed by the renowned golf architect, Earl Stone. Coddled on eminent oak, graceful magnolias and beaming dogwoods, the course has become a site for locals and tourists to visit since 1965. The attractive 18-hole Championship course supplies golfers with a play that would meet any skill caliber.

Combining traditional atmosphere with the demands of contemporary competitive golf brings Mississippi National Golf Club into life. On the 10 holes, water hazards test golfer’s skills as they are laid with a display of strategically stringent shot placements. This aspect of the destination has permitted it to reach the rate 73.1 and slope 128 which makes it appealing for high profile events like the recent Nike Tour . It has also hosted other Nationwide tours and some State Amateur tournaments and golf vacation events.

After an intense game, the 6,983 yard playing for par 72 golf trip layout also carries players back into comfort with a jaw dropping scenic view from the National Sports Grill overlooking the Singing River. Aside from tasting the brilliance of the scene, guests can also avail of the amenities at the clubhouse. While the clubhouse at Mississippi National Golf Club may be spacious enough to accommodate a large number of people, it also allows for a more intimate and homy feel. But if that is not sufficient, couples, friends and families can also catch a relaxing moment with the fresh breeze at the outdoor patio. 

The National at the Reynolds Plantation, Georgia is known to be a Tom Fazio masterpiece with its 27-hole long and narrow plays emerging through a forest of eminent pines and colorful dogwoods that frames the actual golf course. Designed in 1997, this golf vacation destination shows magnificent elevations, exciting views and many holes that touch the skirting Lake of Oconee. In fact, “amazing” is an understatement to call this sight.

The impenetrable forest of hardwoods and pines gives a dramatic atmosphere to the topography. Hundreds of bunkers, several holes enclosed along the shores and large ruffling greens give players of The National less room to stumble upon errors. Using the natural splendor of the land mixed with expert golf architectural management skills, Fazio created this golf trip location to challenge all types of players. That is the reason why it landed at the 100 Must-Play Courses of Georgia as rated by GolfStyles Magazine in 2007. The course also made it as America’s Best Resort Courses at the GolfWeek Magazine in 2006.

With an impressive designer and hospitable Reynold Plantation community, it is no surprise why The National remained as a sought after place in Georgia. Reynold folks consistently continue to have the patience and earnestness to maintain the area. To maximize a golf vacation experience, Reynold even extends offers of forecaddies that attend to players in carts by providing hole descriptions and target lines, finding golf balls, giving yardage, preserving the course, taking care of the flagstick, and contenting green reads. 

Built in 1992 at Melbourne, Florida, this Gary Player designed golf vacation destination is a field playing for par-72 with a spread of enjoyable fairways and water features. The Baytree National made by the “Black Knight” of golf architecture is also surrounded with mounds on the side with an interesting pattern of moguls. Eighty-two white sand bunkers are sprinkled in the area with the red shale coquina wastes that is unique only to golf courses in Florida. The tumbling green shows various shapes and sizes which allow for strategic pin placements.

The Baytree National is composed of 7,200 yards with tees made to test the shot-making skills of any player may it be an amateur or a professional. Conquering the wetlands and lakes will make players ask for more. The layout has a competitive atmosphere that reflects the architect’s course management skills. The obvious manifestation of Player’s unique style explains why this golf vacation location is called a Gary Player Signature Course. Aside from the golf, Baytree also prides for its sightly clubhouse and deli-style restaurant that has one of the most efficient customer service.

Given the premiere layout clopped with a list of attractive recreational activities and partnered with complete amenities, it is no surprise why Baytree National has earned 4 stars in the Golf Digest rating. Zagat also threw high marks to this golf trip destination. Consistently, Baytree has also earned more awards like the title as Best of Brevard for the past two years. No wonder Washington Nationals has made Baytree its spring training home for many years.

Experiencing a classical golf vacation experience is authentic when it’s in the Vasari Country Club. Inspired by the Renaissance Italian artist, Giorgio Vasari, the club recaptures the age of enlightenment with a magnificent plan of over 375 acres of natural preserves and 40-acre panoramic view of a lake. Maintaining the sophisticated architecture, the location was renovated by Billy Fuller adding more challenging pastures in all 18 holes of the championship golf course.

The Vasari Country Club provides an experience of delicately sculptured terrain along with an array of recreational activities. Aside from the competitive atmosphere, a golf trip enthusiast can experience the 6 Har-Tru lighted tennis courts and the fitness center with innovative amenities. For those who want to lay low from a mind blowing game, there are other facilities like the massage therapy room and swimming pool with spa to go to. The place truly lives with its vision to make Vasari “a magnificent blend of friendly neighborhoods within a unique and beautiful residential golf and country club community; where members enjoy resort-style amenities and take pride in living the good life.”

But what defines outstanding to this golf vacation destination is the two-story Vasari Country Club clubhouse that seems to float buoyantly on the shores of the 40-acre lake. Upon entry, the clubhouse already welcomes a Mediterranean atmosphere that extends to the entire main dining room, grill room, dance floor, board room, and private dining room. The area shows a spectacular lake view of the golf course and the bridges and fountains that adorn it. Resting on the Taverna with a book from the in-house library is also a good idea that Vasari guests have been known to do in this sought after location.