The Barony Course represents 18 of Port Royal’s
54 holes. Playing to just 5,962 yards from the
middle tees, Barony is a very enjoyable course for
all skill levels. The back nine in particular is a fine
mix of long and short holes. Like its sister courses
at Port Royal, Barony begins and ends at the
clubhouse.

10-A Grasslawn Ave
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
(843)686-8801, fax (843)689-1315

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 I ventured out to play golf at Arthur Hills course in Palmetto Dunes. I was really anxious to test the new the air conditioned carts!!!  Let’s be honest, when it is 100 degrees + heat index not much can help to cool you down.  Other then hitting my head on the hose every time I got back into the cart and waking up with a stiff neck from the air blowing on my neck, my game was on the  mark!!! 

It’s a great course and very challenging.  The ruff was a bit thick which added to the difficulty for me.  I would highly recommend the course to anyone but make sure you pick a day that the temperature is comfortable.
 
Golf Goddess

The Par King and the Golfing Goddess played this course on Wednesday. It’s a delightful track. There are some very easy and some very difficult holes, but all of them are enjoyable. Beautiful rolling fairways add to the esthetic value while undulating greens and strategically placed bunkers add to the frustration level.

The Pro Shop is extremely well stocked and the entire staff, down to the cart attendants, are very helpful. All the courses in Palmetto Dunes now have “air conditioned carts”. A small pump is mounted on each side of the cart. When you sit down, a fine mist of water is sprayed onto the back of your neck. You can adjust the hose to hit different parts of your body and it also has a low,
medium and high setting. It made my day a little better considering the temperature was in  the low 90’s that day. This course should be on your list of “must play” when you’re on Hilton Head. See you next time.

The Par King

Summertime on Hilton Head Island golf courses is HOT! HOT! HOT!.  Some people don’t mind the heat of July and August, but I’m not one of them.  Regardless of the heat, the Hilton Head Island courses are usually in peak condition with plenty of irrigation keeping most courses green and healthy, providing a beautiful setting to enjoy a morning or afternoon round.

There are lots of affordable rates available in the afternoon because of the heat and lack
of play. Some courses that may have been beyond the realm of affordability, suddenly look much better. Take advantage while the rates are low and enjoy a course, you might not otherwise have played.

Be sure to check Sunday’s Hilton Head Island local newspaper, “The Island Packet”  for information on specials and discounts.

The Country Club of Hilton Head is located in Hilton Head Plantation at the northern end of Hilton Head Island. It is a challenging and risk-reward type golf course.

There are plenty of dog-legs (left and right) with lots of water to make your second and third shots interesting.

The tee’s and greens have been recently upgraded and in fine condition.

Sectional qualifying for the 2005 U.S. Open was held at the Country Club of Hilton Head on Hilton Head Island.