Heron Point at the Sea Pines Resort

The Heron Point is a Pete Dye golf gem that perfectly lies on South Carolina’s natural vast lands. This startling golf vacation destination is being highlighted by fairways with shifting elevations and dramatic angles, appealing surfaces that include a mixture of limestone, sand, and mulch, and the diverse grass features that make the layout very stunning. And being considered as Hilton Head’s second golf course, the Heron Point has already lived up with its celebrated reputation. What was once known as the Sea Marsh Course at the Sea Pines Resort has now been dubbed as the popular Heron Point at the Sea Pines Resort.

 

What makes the Heron Point quite different from the rest of the Carolina golf courses is that it was built on a flat land. And with ingenuity, the Heron point at the Sea Pines Resort came to existence. While on play, golfers will bump into plenty of water hazards that are evident on most of the holes as well as the tree-lined fairways that feature sharp angles. And to add up to the excitement, players have to make it through the surprising amount of undulation. Elevation changes and the movement of the greens are some of the challenging things that golfers must look forward to in order to beat the fairest ordeal in golf.

 

For the non-golfing guests, the Heron Point at the Sea Pines Resort would serve as a retreat away from the busy world. The wonderful blend of nature’s finest beauty and man’s creativity manifested in this ideal golf vacation escape has served as the convincing factors that would make guests stay longer and come back for more. Arrange with golf vacation experts now and head your way to Heron Point where pleasure and relaxation comes together.

The Carolina Golf Club

Regarded as the Number One East Coast golf vacation destination by Golf Digest in 2000, The Carolina Golf Club is famous for bringing back players to the authentic traditions of leisure, for which Sandhills golf resorts are known for. The Carolina is an impressive 18-hole, 6,584 yard, par-71 semi-private championship course designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer. The golf club served as the previous qualifying site for the Nationwide Tour’s Micosoukee Championship and the PGA Tour’s Honda Classic tournaments. The Carolinas evokes a golf tradition that’s truly steeped in history, making every golf experience fit for a king.

The Carolina Golf Club’s ageless layout and routing offers 18 holes of classic golf play. An expansive and impressive southern-style mansion clubhouse adds to the grandeur of the facility. At the clubhouse, a fine dining restaurant, snack bar and pro golf shop are found. The club also has a practice complex which includes a large putting green, short game practice area and driving range.  The golf vacation course’s layout is also ingeniously entwined into the area’s sandy soil, longleaf pine trees and natural environment. This has helped to create a soulful and invigorating experience for golfers of all skill levels.

The Carolina’s striking elevation changes of more than one hundred feet also help to recreate a vibrant, cascading landscape. With well-preserved natural wetland meander serving as the backdrop, the Carolina’s picturesque setting is sure to imprint a lasting impression in each golfer’s mind. This endearing golf vacation destination allows golfers to experience the true excitement and passion of the game providing them with the opportunity to bask in the natural splendor and masterful design of the course as well.

 

Southern Pines Golf Club

In North Carolina’s Sandhills region, no other golf course architect has probably made a lasting impression as Donald Ross. One of Ross’ many creations in Sandhills is the Southern Pines Golf Club. Southern Pines is popularly referred to as a true shotmaker’s course. While this venerable golf vacation destination does not fully measure to the length of today’s golf courses, it compensates this disparity by offering a variety of shots from the tee, and even more challenging shots into the greens. At 6,300 yards, Southern Pines retains the moniker for having the most entertaining 18 holes of golf in Sandhills.

The Southern Pines Golf Club is an 18-hole, tree-lined parkland course which gives players the feel of playing in the early years of Pinehurst. In this golf vacation getaway, bump and run shots are the norm, as in the olden days, and tee shots commanded precision over mere length. With rolling and heaving terrain and several slopes to climb, Southern Pines is a pleasing reminder of the integrity and genuineness of the Golden Age of golf architecture. It is a must-play if you’re visiting the Southern Pines and Pinehurst area.

The Southern Pines Golf Club’s layout bears all the unique characteristics of the Golden Age of golf course architecture. In this course, water rarely plays a factor and the holes are well-positioned too. The next tee box is also not too far from the previous green and the tighter holes need not be overpowered by 350-yard drives. The Southern Pines layout has a slightly bygone-era rugged look and feel, with tightly-folding dogwoods and pine tree-lined fairways which lead every golfer to well-bunkered but small and tricky greens. This golf vacation getaway has a natural, exceptionally-toned design which best reflects the restrained mystery and soulful splendor of the Sandhills Region.

Skybrook Golf Club

Snuggled-up amidst picturesque rolling terrains, the Skybrook Golf Club offers one of the most amazing views in the Charlotte metro area. The championship-caliber 18-hole golf course was opened for play in 2002, and has blossomed to become the “most favored to play” course by golfers in North Carolina. This lovely golf vacation destination offers the dramatic elevation changes and landing areas, which provide players a challenging yet friendly round of golf.

The Skybrook Golf Club was designed by noted golf course architect and designer John LaFoy. LaFoy ingeniously designed the course in such a way that it perfectly blends with the dramatic elevation changes, gorgeous natural scenery, and rolling hills and come up with the impressive championship golf facility. The course also provides guests with the best views of the landscape, all across its 7,000 yards of terrain. In this golf vacation escape, each golf hole has five tee boxes, which allow golfers of all skill levels to competitively play and fully savor the fresh air and stunning natural scenery.

The Skybrook Golf Club has successfully retained its moniker as Charlotte’s “most favored to play” course. Covering the vast lands of mountain-like terrain, this exciting golf vacation package option serves as the centerpiece of the classy Skybrook community. Here, both players and tourists will find a wide assortment of leisure and lifestyle facilities. A well-appointed Swim and Racquet Club,  practice facilities like chipping areas with practice bunker, grass tees and putting greens are a few of the perks offered. LaFoy, like in his previous projects, has made it a habit of putting bunkers between 800 and 1,000 yards in front of the greens, which make them deceivingly look like greenside traps. These, among many other reasons, make Skybrook a truly impressive and extra-challenging golf course.

Seven Lakes Country Club

Tucked amidst rolling and verdant hills, stately pine trees, spacious country homes and gated communities, the Seven Lakes Country Club is a 4-star rated golf course that was designed by noted course architect Peter Tufts III. The area was originally conceived in the mid-1970 as a resort area and summer retreat. Although at first, the planners thought of the area as an appealing year-round residential community and championship golf course venue due to its low relative humidity and modest temperatures. Seven Lakes is now a golf vacation destination that has been ranked # 89 on the list of Top 100 Golf Courses in North Carolina. It was also chosen as Course of The Year in 2010 by the Sandhills Golf Association.

A substantial degree of traditional design elements have been injected in the overall design and layout of the Seven Lakes Country Club course. This popular golf vacation gem is nestled 10 miles from Pinehurst, North Carolina, and essentially offers all the requirements that discerning golfers look for.  The 18-hole regulation length course features 6,972 yards of golf from the longest tees, and presents a course rating of 74.1 and a slope rating of 142 on Bermuda grass. Seven Lakes opened to the public in 1976. It is equipped with a driving range, putting green, chipping green, pro shop, full-service lounge, restaurant, meeting rooms and six Har-Tru tennis courts.

Seven Lakes truly holds all the essential qualities that discriminating golfers look for. This top-notch golf vacation destination presents verdant and rolling hills and lakes, longleaf pine tree-lined fairways and elegant gate communities. Seven Lakes provides a suitable test for amateur golfers and an imposing challenge for seasoned players too. With fast, well-bunkered and heaving greens, along with a healthy mix of both modern and classic design elements, Seven Lakes Country Club is sure to let players have a pleasurable, and memorable, round of golf.

 

 

Hyland Hills Golf Club

North Carolina is a state that offers one of the best golfing experiences ever. From the mountains to the sea, the state delivers world-class golfing episodes. Just like the popular phrase goes, “there’s no better place than under a Carolina blue sky playing golf”. Hyland Hills Golf Club is one   the 8,000 challenging and scenic golf holes in the state. This lovely golf vacation destination is perched atop the highest elevated area in Southern Pines, and features tall pine trees, extensive panoramic views and sparkling blue water, forming a picture-perfect backdrop for this 18-golf course designed by renowned course architect Tom Jackson.

The Hyland Hills Golf Club is a semi-private 18-hole championship golf course that opened in 1973. It is designed on rolling, wooded terrain, and stretches over 6,782 yards from the championship tees. This popular golf vacation getaway features 419-Bermuda and   Pencross bent grass greens on its fairways. Hyland Hills is a popular golf retreat, because it creates a healthy traditional golf atmosphere that’s surrounded by year-round exceptional conditioning. And since the golf course is built around twin lakes, it offers a surprising “bowl” effect, which allows players to enjoy the elevation changes, and creates a need for you to play all your golf clubs.

The Hyland Hills Golf Club has always maintained its superb condition ever since it was conceptualized by Tom Jackson in 1973. This no-frills, no-gimmicks golf vacation getaway ensures that each golfer plays a pleasurable round, even when they’re actually playing a “flat” game. Hyland Hills is also equipped with facilities like a pro shop, food and beverage outlets, putting green, driving range. Club rentals and golf lessons are also included in every golf vacation package. With well-designed holes, challenging greens, and a few challenging bunkers, Hyland Hills is truly an exceptional place to stay and play golf all year round.

Aberdeen Country Club

Inspired by one of Scotland’s oldest golf layouts, the Aberdeen Country Club brings the finest Scottish golfing experience to Myrtle Beach. Designed by the famed Tom Jackson, this amazing 27-hole golf vacation escape set in the vast lands of the Carolina’s offers one of the area’s  fairest test in golf. The entire golf layout that perfectly lies among the towering hardwoods features the three unbeatable nines namely the “Meadows”, “Woodlands”, and “Highlands” reminiscent to the gold old days golfing. And along with the uniquely designed golf holes are the wide landing areas, extensive mounding, and the Bent Grass greens. To spice things up a little more, water hazards are visible compelling golfers the precision and accuracy on their shots.

The Aberdeen Country Club is among the budding golf courses at Myrtle Beach that has been drawing in crowds. Aside from attracting all sorts of guests from almost anywhere in the world, this stunning golf escape is also a recipient of some of Golf Digest’s best golf course reviews. In 1998, Aberdeen was awarded with prestigious medallions from Golf Digest for Value and Service, and in 2006, the golf course was cited with “4-Stars Places to Play”. Not only that this remarkable golf vacation destination offers guests with exciting golf rounds, but also the fair share of South Carolina’s best views so non-golfing guests can still have a relaxing break away from the hustles of the busy life.

Kids can play too at the Aberdeen Country Club. With every paid adult, kids can play free. Tag along everyone in the family now for a golf vacation of a lifetime. Book with golf vacation experts and have the best days of your life. There are plenty of golf vacation packages that can suit every kind of budget as well as preferences.

 

 

Beacon Ridge Golf and Country Club

Few minutes away from the lovely village of Pinehurst North Carolina lies the remarkable Beacon Ridge Golf and Country Club. The club is a par 72, 6,494-yard championship golf course that was designed by famed course architect Gene Hamm. It was also recently awarded with a coveted Four-Star rating by Golf Digest. This lovely golf vacation destination features one of the most attractive and well-manicured courses in the Sandhills region, and attracts thousands of players and visitors each year.

The Beacon Ridge Golf and Country Club offers 4 sets of tee boxes for the pleasure of golfers of all skill levels. The main club house is a Mount-Vernon-style manor which overlooks the Beacon Ridge layout, and provides a comfortable and relaxed ambiance. The clubhouse also has leisure facilities like a full-stocked pro shop, lounge and grill. Additional amenities include a swimming pool and 3 soft-surfaced tennis courts. This golf vacation destination’s classic layout winds through rolling mounds and towering pine trees, and Bermuda along with Penncross Bentgrass greens cover the fairways. The facility has a course rating of 71.2, while the slope rating is 135.

In Beacon Ridge Golf & Country Club, visitors will find Lake Altman, which is considered the largest lake in Moore County. The lake is three miles long and two miles wide, and a large earthen dam is located on the south side. The course’s exciting layout, plus the wonderful scenery in the vicinity, makes this golf club a noteworthy golf vacation package option. Beacon Ridge is a semi-private club that’s open for public play, and also hosts professional tournaments and outings. The club has stylish and fully-equipped villas to accommodate its guests, and golf membership packages are available year-round.

Foxfire Golf and Country Club West Course

Twisting through rolling green terrain and towering pine trees, the Foxfire Golf and Country Club West Course offers the 36 holes of true-blue traditional golf. The course is designed by distinguished architect Gene Hamm, and features G-6 bentgrass greens, new car paths, irrigation, sprinkler systems and bunkers. Foxfire is a golf vacation destination that perfectly blends classic golf with the excitement of modern, tournament-style play. The golf club has a pro shop, practice facility, snack bar and full-service resort.

The Foxfire Golf and Country Club West Course was opened in 1968 and since then continued to enjoy the status as one of the leading golf vacation destinations in North Carolina’s Sandhills area. This eye catching golf layout is set in an area that was once a known fox hunting site, hence the name Foxfire. The golf club has two courses, the Foxfire East and West Course. While the East Course is known for its challenging par 5 first hole, the West Course is famous for its tricky par 3’s, which underscore the course’s natural wonder. What makes the West Course a bit catchy as compared to the rest of the courses in the area is that the Bent Grass greens are in brilliant shape and that the fairways are verdant.

Whether you’re looking for tradition, history or simply wish to try a new challenge, the Foxfire Golf and Country Club West Course should make an excellent golf package selection. Immaculately-conditioned, and spruced-up by recent multimillion-dollar improvements, the Foxfire East Course now offers elevated fast rolling greens and manicured fairways. Bunkers are strategically placed to capture any wayward shots, and there’s lot of sand to guard the greens. Gene Hamm has also designed unique “bail-out’ places, so that golfers can avoid the harshest drop-offs and deep-faced bunkers. And while the course’s G-6 hybrid bentgrass greens fairly holds shots well, they can confuse and mystify even the most veteran of putters, because of its delicate breaks.

 

Foxfire Golf and Country Club East Course

Gene Hamm, the renowned golf course architect, always has a flair for classic golf. All the traditional elements of a classic golf experience come into play in one of his golf gems, the Foxfire Golf and Country Club in Jackson Springs, North Carolina. This popular golf trip destination has a design that relies on the land’s natural contours, and posses an exciting challenge to golfers of all skill levels.

The 36-hole Foxfire Golf and Country Club East Course, formerly called the Grey Fox, covers hilly terrain and features plenty of doglegs that are placed through the towering pine trees. It has a well-bunkered layout with distinctive elevated greens. This golf vacation destination also has deep bunkers that every golfers must be aware of. While on play,  golf enthusiasts must be able to position the ball on the fairway’s proper side so that they can get the best approach angle to the slightly smaller greens. The par 27, 6,834-yard East Course was given a course rating of 73.0 and a slope rating of 129.

For those seeking the traditional Pinehurst golfing experience, the Foxfire Golf Club East Course has it all. This amazing layout blends the classic golf characteristics with an immaculate conditioning that makes it a must-play venue for all types of golfers. New greens, bunkers and irrigation systems, cart paths and a stunningly-beautiful clubhouse are now in place, thanks to the major improvements done in 1998. The East Course also has a pro shop and grill/bar that offers a tasty selection of food and drinks. Homes, lots and condos are also available here, including waterfront and golf-front properties.  With a challenging course, lots of variety and reasonable rates, the Foxfire Golf and Country Club should make for an attractive golf vacation package selection. The fairways are in good condition, and the club’s also located in a very tranquil setting.