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4.5
2066 Reviews (2066)
5 Stars
1279
4 Stars
544
3 Stars
153
2 Stars
64
1 Stars
26
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.5
90.3%
Recommend this course
1869 out of 2066 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.6
215 Reviews (215)
5 Stars
138
4 Stars
63
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.8
92.6%
Recommend this course
199 out of 215 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.4
439 Reviews (439)
5 Stars
271
4 Stars
118
3 Stars
27
2 Stars
19
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.8
89.3%
Recommend this course
392 out of 439 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6798 yards
Slope 138
Rating 73.2

Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club sits amongst the nature preserves that reside along Choctawhatchee Bay, enjoying scenic views and a beautiful landscape. Robert C. Walker, Arnold Palmer's former lead architect, designed the course. Water comes into play throughout in the form of sparkling blue lakes and meandering streams. The most memorable use of water comes is on the challenging 16th hole. This tricky par 4 has water to the left as well as a marsh area crossing the fairway. Being so close to the water, the golf course is often subject to strong prevailing winds. Despite its many challenges, Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club is a fair challenge that players of all skill levels can enjoy, which is perhaps why it has been called one of North America's top courses by Golf Digest.

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Course Details

Year Built 1996
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tifdwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Robert Walker (1996)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
GPS Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy 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

Snacks, Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Florida (2018 #22)

Reviews

4.5
2066 Reviews (2066)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 14
Water Hazards 14
Forced Carries 9
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 8
A Weekend Splurge 7
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 7
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 9
Near Local Attractions 9

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Perfect weather
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Friendliness Excellent
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Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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4.0
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Conditions Good
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Layout Good
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Conditions Excellent
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Conditions Excellent
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Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Nice layout

Very enjoyable round. Lots of water…which was fun. Nice practiice facility. Top notch course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/17/2024

We're so glad you had a great experience with us and hope to see you back here again soon! Many thanks!

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Reviews 21
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great course I play it everything in Destin
Plus I bring my clients there they love it

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/17/2024

Thanks for the great review! We're delighted to hear you had a great experience and hope to have you and your clients back again soon!

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Reviews 21
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

March golf

Course was in great shape. Greens rolled nicely. Pro shop staff very accommodating. Definitely will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/19/2024

We appreciate the comments and so glad you had a great experience! Hope to have you back again soon! Thank you!

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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 4
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Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
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
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 38
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Destin Golf

Check in went great Starter was ok no ranger to move people along very slow had 1:30 T time didn't get to finish 2 holes cart girl very friendly after a certain hour should only have to pay for 9 holes 100.00 to wait every hole was not enjoyable Very nice course just needs Better spacing

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/02/2024

Thanks for taking the time to provide comments. We strive to improve player experience every day so we appreciate the feedback. Come out and see us again soon.

Played On
Reviews 29
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great course

Great course, costs and all great all the way around.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/19/2024

Thanks for the positive comments. So great to hear you enjoyed Regatta Bay, please come back again soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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