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what is the retreat golf course like at sea island

by Kara Smitham Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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The retreat course at Sea Island golf resort is the third course in the Davis Love III area and is geographically separate from the Plantation and Seaside courses. It has its own driving range/practice area/putting greens and it was an extremely impressive facility.

Paying close attention to player preferences (including their own), Retreat is a dramatic course, a favorite that is challenging, yet very playable and interesting. An additional 300 yards of length and wider fairways give Retreat an open feeling with a lower profile.

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Is retreat a good golf course?

A reliable favorite. While geographically set apart from our other two courses, Seaside and Plantation, Retreat is not a course to be overlooked. But like its sister course Plantation, Retreat has also seen a redesign at the hands of Sea Island Touring Professional Davis Love III and his brother Mark, who redesigned the course in 2001.

Which Sea Island golf course has been redesigned?

But like its sister course Plantation, Retreat has also seen a redesign at the hands of Sea Island Touring Professional Davis Love III and his brother Mark, who redesigned the course in 2001.

What makes retreat different from Seaside and plantation?

While geographically set apart from our other two courses, Seaside and Plantation, Retreat is not a course to be overlooked. But like its sister course Plantation, Retreat has also seen a redesign at the hands of Sea Island Touring Professional Davis Love III and his brother Mark, who redesigned the course in 2001.

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Can you play golf at Sea Island without staying there?

1 answer. Yes, you must be a resort guest or member to play the Sea Island golf courses.

How much is a round of golf at Sea Island?

Seaside, Plantation and Retreat Courses at Sea Island Resort Peak rate: $600-plus ($325 green fee at Seaside and $235 green fee at Plantation and $230 at Retreat plus a stay at the resort).

What PGA players live in Sea Island?

Meet the pros who live, train, or play at Sea IslandJonathan Byrd. Korn Ferry Tour. Resident. ... Harris English. PGA TOUR. Resident. ... Joey Garber. Korn Ferry Tour. Resident. ... Brian Harman. PGA TOUR. Resident. ... Zach Johnson. PGA TOUR. Resident. ... Patton Kizzire. PGA TOUR. Resident. ... Matt Kuchar. PGA TOUR. Resident.Davis Love III. PGA TOUR. Resident.More items...

How much is a Sea Island membership?

Prospective owners must also apply for Sea Island Club membership, pay a $150,000 deposit and annual dues that range from a $12,000, all-inclusive package, to lower tiers for “social,” golf and/or tennis packages. The average home price, Brown says, is $3 million, with most residences under $10 million.

Which is the best course in Sea Island?

What to Expect: The Seaside course is the most revered course at Sea Island and is featured on the PGA Tour's fall series of venues. The stunning coastal property enjoys numerous water hazards and some captivating views of the Atlantic Ocean.

How many courses are at Sea Island?

threeSea Island Golf Package Rated #4 out of the 75 Best Golf Resorts in the U.S., the Sea Island Golf Club offers three exceptional 18-hole championship courses including Seaside and Plantation, both home to the PGA TOUR's RSM Classic as well as Retreat.

Where does Keith Mitchell live?

Sea Island, GeorgiaKeith Mitchell (golfer)Keith MitchellPersonal informationWeight185 lb (84 kg; 13.2 st)Sporting nationalityUnited StatesResidenceSea Island, Georgia16 more rows

Where do most PGA Tour pros live?

Jupiter, Florida, has emerged as an epicenter for the golf world in the United States. The Palm Beach County enclave has a population of less than 60,000 residents and this houses 30+ active players from the PGA Tour.

Is Sea Island Ga private?

Located just east of St. Simons Island and separated by the Black Banks River, Sea Island is a privately owned resort community that is part of the Golden Isles of Georgia, which include St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, Little St. Simons Island, and the mainland port city of Brunswick.

What is the most expensive country club in America?

And the home of America's most expensive golf course. The highly-rated Shadow Creek Golf Club, designed by Tom Fazio and built for a reported $60million in 1990, has just upped its green fees to a mind-boggling $1,000 per person during the peak months of March to May, as well as October and November.

Who is the owner of Sea Island?

the Anschutz familySea Island is purchased by the Anschutz family which also owns The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This purchase brings together two iconic resorts which collectively have a 186-year tradition of service excellence and marks the return of this historic property to long-term family stewardship and commitment.

Can the public go to Sea Island?

By Georgia state law all beaches in the state of Georgia are public up to the waterline. While Sea Island can limit access by car or by foot, they cannot stop anyone who can reach the beach on Sea Island by kayak, paddleboard, windsurfing or even an inner tube from utilizing the beach up to the waterline.

How many yards is the 15th hole at Sea Island Golf Club?

The hole is reachable in two but the green is well protected and will reward only the finest of shots. 15th Hole at Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside) (545 Yard Par 5) 15th Hole at Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside) (545 Yard Par 5)

Where is the water rest on the dogleg?

While the hole doesn't feature punishing length, water rests to the right of the fairway and marsh area tightly hugs the left side. In addition to the trouble framing the fairway, a bunker rests on the outside corner of this dogleg left effectively tightening up the driving zone to an intimidating size.

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