One of the most beautiful and popular golf courses in Destin, The Golf Garden (9538 Us-98 W, Destin, FL 32550 850-837-7422) features a lit nine-hole, par-29 executive golf course, as well as a ten-acre practice area with ten multi-pin target greens, plus a snack bar, and a pro shop.
For those of you who want to return from your Destin vacation with a big surprise for all your golfing buddies, consider this special deal on a 1 hour private lesson with PGA pro Dave Hansen at The Golf Garden. Your personal instruction comes with your own take-home video analysis and personalized DVD or VHS tape evaluation.
"Beginners would enjoy Golf Garden - which is in great shape. It is an executive 9 hole course with two par 4s and the rest all par 3s. It is also the cheapest and is a fun walk with a pull cart."
- JoeMammy, tripadvisor.com
Indian Bayou Golf Club (1 Country Club Dr E, Destin, FL 32541 850-837-6191) A semiprivate golf club that features three nines that are played in three different 18 hole combinations. In addition to a driving range and putting greens, the Indian Bayou Golf Club also offers a full service restaurant.
"Fine golf course in Destin with mature trees separating the fairways. Challenging but still playable by duffers. Excellent dining room. Has an outstanding Sunday breakfast "feast"."
- GeorgeC, yahoo.com
The Kelly Plantation Golf Club (307 Kelly Plantation Dr Destin, FL 32541 800-811-6757) is a par-72, 7,099-yard golf course affording an unbelievable view of the Choctawhatchee Bay.
"I played here yesterday. Everything you see and read about the experiece is true. Fairways were perfect, the greens were firm and fast - but putted true. Sand was perfect. Staff was fantastic. I played for $100 but got a $15 gift card to use in pro shop or restaurant, plus I got half off my next round. I'm playing again today for $26 - which is a steal. If you are in the Destin area you must play this course! It's worth the money if you love great views and a great golf experience.'
-caitlydain, tripadvisor.com
Many consider the Emerald Bay Golf Club (4781 Clubhouse Drive Destin, FL 32541 888-GOLF-BAY) to be one of the best golf courses in Destin, if not Northwest Florida altogether. Not only will you enjoy the challenge of this championship level, 18-hole course, but you'll also be privy to the back nine's spectacular views of the Bay.
"I played three rounds at Emerald Bay during the past two months...it remains my favorite golf course in the Panhandle for multiple reasons...
1) The course was designed to preserve the native vegetation that existed prior to its construction.
2) The appealing views of Choctawhatchee Bay and the Mid-Bay Bridge from the back nine
3) The holes are challenging (but not impossibly so)
4) The entire course is impeccably maintained (tee boxes, fairways, greens, and traps)
5) The entire staff appeared genuinely eager to accommodate us during each visit."
- chicagowestlooper, tripadvisor.com
The Regatta Bay Golf and Country Club (300 Regatta Bay Blvd Destin, FL 32541 850-337-8080) was ranked by Golf Digest as being among the "Top 200 Places to Play in North America.
"The course was in nice condition and was a good layout."
- robinsoniv, tripadvisor.com
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