Kelly Plantation Owners Club C

Destin, FL 32541-3404

Kelly Plantation Owners Club
Photo: kellyplantation.com

Grade Breakdown

Overall C 72/100
Course Condition B 80/100
Design & Challenge C 75/100
Amenities D 65/100
Value F 45/100
Service D 60/100
Reputation D 68/100
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About This Course

Kelly Plantation Owners Club offers an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Fred Couples and Gene Bates featuring 7,000 yards of Bermuda greens with bay views and water hazards. The semi-private owners club format provides a secluded yet convenient location in Destin, Florida, with the Golf Club & Grill open to the public for casual dining. While practice facilities are not explicitly detailed, the course's championship design and well-maintained conditions make it attractive for serious golfers seeking a scenic coastal experience.

Course Info

18
7,000
Semi Private
Fred Couples and Gene Bates
Flat

Details

303 Kelly Plantation Dr, Destin, FL
Destin, FL
+18506549860

Who Should Play Here?

Beginner Playable

Beginners may find this course playable with its championship layout and Bermuda greens, though the water features add strategic elements that require careful shot selection. The semi-private nature means limited public tee times may be available.

  • Expect 7,000 yards of carefully manicured Bermuda greens along the bay
  • Water hazards are dotted throughout - play conservatively near ponds and lakes
  • Consider playing with other owners or booking through the Golf Club & Grill
Intermediate Recommended

Intermediate golfers will appreciate the championship design by Fred Couples and Gene Bates, with strategic water features testing shot placement. The course offers a good balance of challenge without being overly punishing for mid-handicappers.

  • Take advantage of Saturday tee times for Men's Golf sessions
  • Club Commons neighborhood offers closest access to the golf course amenities
  • The Golf Club and Grill provides casual dining options between rounds
Advanced Recommended

Advanced players will enjoy the championship-caliber layout with its bay views and water hazards. The Fred Couples design philosophy emphasizes strategic play and shot-making opportunities throughout.

  • Ladies' 18-hole golf sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays offer competitive play options
  • Senior Men's Golf sessions available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
  • Course features lake and pond water features that demand precise approach shots

Tags

Fred Couples Design Bay Views Water Hazards Bermuda Greens Emerald Coast Dining Available Secluded Location
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