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Our Golf Packages Include:
- Lodging at your choice of the hotels
- Unlimited Green Fee (one Course per day) with cart for the first 18 holes. Replays are generally available at additional cost (paid directly to the course you are playing), subject to availability and at the discretion of the course
- Breakfast each day which varies according to the accommodation you choose
Call 1-888-299-FORE (3673) for dates, rates, and complete information. Packages are available year round for any size group and duration of stay.
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We offer the following golf course areas:
Florence
Our golfers are going to find everything they need right off I-95, @ Exits 170 thru 157. We feature 8 courses in the immediate Florence area, plus several others in nearby communities, 30 to 45 minute drive. We are very proud to be able to offer you The Country Club of South Carolina, which has limited availability for our package players - yes, it has a surcharge and it's worth it!!! The Traces boasts 27 holes, 9 of which will remind you of "the Beach" courses. Most of all, we know you will be treated to great Southern Hospitality at any and all of our hotel properties; 80% of our golfers return to the Florence area each year!!!
Florence is a great spot for a quick 2-3 day package on your way up and down I-95 or as a lengthy destination by itself. Our golfers never have to leave town to play all the golf they can handle.
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Cheraw State Recreation Area
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South Carolina's first state park property, Cheraw State Recreation Area is located in the sandhills region. The park's 360-acre lake offers fishing and various recreational opportunities in a beautiful setting. Towering cypress trees at the upper end of the lake are among the park's best kept secrets. A championship 18-hole golf course with a full-service pro shop is the park's newest addition.
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Crossing Golf Club
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The newest golf course in Florence is situated within a residential development and offers a "good test of golf" according to Michael Thigpen, head PGA Golf Pro. It features "several strategically placed sand traps and water hazards that make for a challenging round of golf". You better have some game left when you arrive at the double dogleg 18th hole - it is a thriller. Be sure and make Crossings part of your Florence experience - you will be glad you did.
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Darlington Country Club
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This is one of the most challenging 6300 yard courses around" according to Phil Bland, PGA Golf Pro at Darlington CC. The local scenery is enhanced by the beautiful Darlington oaks and Black Creek that winds its way thru the course. The clubhouse has just been renovated. Phil and his friendly staff are waiting to welcome you to their friendly fairways.
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Fox Creek
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US 76 West (20 miles) The FUN course. Opened in 1987, this championship 6,903 yard, par 72 course has matured into 18 beautiful and completely different holes. Large, perfect greens, four sets of tees, driving range, completely natural setting. Fairways and tees, winter overseeded.
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Governor's Run Golf Club
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If you're ready for a fun and relaxing round on the way home, try this well groomed layout, hosted by PGA Golf Professional, Jay Huggins, and his lovely wife Anne. It offers you natural beauty with an abundance of water and bunkers that require accurate approach shots to challenging and undulating greens. They will take it very personally if you don't enjoy yourself and want to return on your next visit. Many improvements to the course and clubhouse areas in the past year. Great grill menu.
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Oakdale Country Club
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This is a fairly flat course, but there are some mounds that can cause uneven lies. Most of the fairways are tree lined, and every hole is well bunkered. There are water hazards that come into play on at least eight holes, plus sand bunkers and grass bunkers scattered throughout the entire course. The back nine has smaller greens and narrower fairways than the front nine, and was built on more hilly terrain. The bar and restaurant are restricted to members and their guests on weekends. But the public is welcome to enjoy these facilities during the week.
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Traces Golf Club
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The new 9 holes will be more reminiscent of a "beach" course than the existing 18 - hang onto your clubs because the scenery will make you forget where you are - lots of water & sand. The existing 18 is a well manicured blend of Scottish and American styles which boasts large greens and plenty of water to keep you from getting complacent. Host PGA Golf Pro, E.B. Bell, and his able assistant, Robert Viola, are very proud of both the layout and the condition of the course. His entire staff works hard to please all their visitors - Nice grill menu!
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The Wellman Club
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A hidden gem, will worth the trouble to find...One of the best kept secrets in South Carolina...Rated one of only 4 golf courses in SC as a great value" according to Golf Digest places to Play 1997-98. Designed by the renowned Ellis Maples and directed by Gary Arthurs, PGA Golf Pro - this is another do not miss it or you will regret it golf course.
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Columbia
While South Carolina is proud to be the Number One golf destination in the country, many of you golfers don't realize that Columbia is one of the best bargains in the Golf Tourism industry. In most cases, you will pay less for a day of golf, including cart and hotel, than you are accustomed to paying for just a round of golf in your home Northern states.
Our courses, public, private and in-between offer renowned golf architects like Pete and PB Dye, Tom Fazio, Ken Killian. Columbia is nestled in some hilly
terrain and this lends itself to some very interesting scenery and challenges on the golf courses in this area.
These courses offer some great amenities, like lighted driving ranges and full service grill rooms open to the public. Many of these courses host state and local tournaments, even some lower level Professional events. You will encounter some of the most savvy PGA Professionals in our state managing the activity at these greater Columbia courses. And they employ some very dedicated greens superintendents who do a commendable job keeping these courses maintained all year round.
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Calhoun Country Club
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At the edge of the Piedmont region, this course is blessed with a beautiful natural setting among rolling hills. Bermudagrass covers the fairways and greens. Ellis Maples designed the course. The layout winds through some fine woodlands, providing a peaceful country setting. The front nine is open and includes some wide fairways. The back nine is narrower. The course's highlight is the 182 yard par 3 seventh hole. The blue tees offer a challenging and fun round of golf for golfers of all skill levels.
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Cooper's Creek Golf Club
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On the Southwest side of Columbia, this course is well worth the brisk drive. Not only will you play a very scenic and well maintained golf course (with some very fussy standards), but you'll also be challenged to use your best finesse shotmaking skills. Built in 1973, this course abounds with pine forests that share space with sparkling lakes and rolling hills in the 530 acres setting. Pro Shop Manager, Tony Fulmer and his staff will take good care of your group. Better hurry - this course won't remain a secret much longer.
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Golf Club of SC at Crickentree
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Designed by Ken Killian of Kemper Lakes fame, this is one of the Midland's finest courses. With bent grass greens and Bermuda fairways situated among rolling hills and towering hardwoods, GCSC provides a fitting challenge to players of all skill levels. The unique double green for the 9th and 18th holes is a memorable feature. And it comes with a 17 acre lake. PGA Professional Russ Glover and the entire staff will make you feel like on of their own members.
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Indian River
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Indian River, a Scottish-style course, features an unusual blend of nature and unspoiled terrain. Elevation changes of over 200 feet provide incredible skyline views, while the course winds through valleys and streams and edges a picturesque 52-acre lake. This Highlander's course will challenge the golfer's shot making skills, while its undulating greens will test nerve and feel.
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Oakhills Golf Club
http://www.oakhillsgolf.com/
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Voted Golf Club of the Year by the State newspaper, Oak Hills Golf Club is situated on a 160-acre tract and surrounded by thousands of oaks, pines and dogwoods. With few parallel fairways, the golf course winds through the pristine Carolina countryside. At Oak Hills, our goal is to provide you with Columbia's premier golf club.
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Timberlake Plantation
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You will be distracted by the breathtaking views of Lake Murray while you are trying to put your best shot(s) forward on the Wm. Byrd designed course. When they say "under par rounds are few and far between" they are not exaggerating. You will be thinking your way around this course with almost every shot and the good ones will be rewarded.
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Windermere Club
http://www.windermereclub.com
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The Windermere Club has become one of the premiere private country clubs in South Carolina with a membership base from all throughout the state. Our golf course, designed by Pete and P.B. Dye, has received much attention for its unique features. Our course has five tee boxes per hole, bent grass greens with zoysia collars and Bermuda fairways and tees. The Windermere Club has hosted many major tournaments for the Carolina Golf Association.
Over the past several years we have hosted the South Carolina Open, the U.S. Mid-Amateur Qualifying, and the Mid-Amateur Championship. Randy Few, our golf professional, recently won the 1998 South Carolina Open. You are sure to find that The Windermere Club is indeed a unique private club community. There is a surcharge required at all times.
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Wood Creek Farms
http://www.woodcreekfarms.com
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Don't miss the opportunity to play at one of Columbia's premier golf course community. Opened in the Fall of 1997, this course was designed by Tom Fazio and will ultimately be one of the top courses n all of South Carolina. Play will generally be limited to Tues-Fri as it is a private club that will only be available for package play until the membership builds up sufficiently. The entire course is serene and blends in with the natural environment very nicely; the last 4 holes are not only beautiful, but will test all your skills. Yes, there is a surcharge -$20-$25 depending on time of year.
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Sumter/Summerton/Santee
In Sumter County, there are numerous outdoor recreational opportunities, but the links are definitely close to the heart of this community with 26 nearby gorgeous inland courses to choose from. And in addition to the local courses, Sumter is a short drive from golfing opportunities in Florence and Columbia, and is only two hours from the "Golf Capital of the World", Myrtle Beach. The people of Sumter enjoy a moderate climate, with very warm summers and mild winters. The average temperature in January is 45.4 degrees and in July it's 81.2 degrees.
Average precipitation is 49.1 inches with a growing season of 225 days.
Golf in Santee Cooper Country may well be one of the best kept secrets in South Carolina. Lovers of the game are well pleased with the variety of courses in the area. Within a 45 minute drive of Santee, golfers can play 15, 18 hole golf courses. Make your tee times early, as some of these courses are booked far in advance!!!
Golfers will find their accommodations and some of the courses at I-95, Exit 98 for Santee. Summerton golfers will find the same at I-95, Exit 108.
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Beech Creek Golf Club
http://www.golfbeechcreek.com/
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You'll think you had a terrific round until you arrive at the 15th tee and you probably did. Host PGA Golf Pro Dave Martin, says don't gamble, but you make the choice. The front 9 is open and inviting, the back will require your best shots over high rolling terrain and breathtaking scenery. Four tough finishing holes. We are never afraid to recommend this course as it is always in top playing condition. No personal coolers!
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Clarendon Country Club
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This is an older layout and the back 9 is more open than the front. Lots of doglegs and small greens on the front. If you place your drives in the proper landing areas, short irons will get you to the greens. New pro/manager is Johnny Watson. The course has undergone serious greenskeeping improvement and is a delight to play.
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Foxboro Golf Club
http://www.foxborogolfsc.com/
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With water on 13 of 18 holes, tee shot placement is of the utmost importance. This recently renovated course is located on the shores of Lake Marion and offers both a championship layout and scenic beauty.
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Lake Marion Golf Club
http://www.santeecoopergolf.com/
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Wide fairways with natural foliage make this a challenging, championship course. Lake Marion signifies itself with rolling terrain, tree lined fairways, and large manicured greens. If you want a fair test for all levels of golfers in your group, this would be an excellent choice.
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The Links at Lakewood
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New corporate ownership in July 1999. Under mgmt. of Scott Letien, PGA Golf Professional, who invites you to stop in and admire the improvements he is currently overseeing. Position your shots or pay the price! This course winds thru a lovely residential development that is abundant with trees and water that comes into play on 10 holes. The challenge is which club to use and whether you dare to go for it. Signature hole is #13, a par 3 island green.
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The Players Course at Wyboo
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This exceptional 18 hole championship course is built on 198 acres, has its own 35 acre lake, and is located on Lake Marion. The Players Course features rolling hills, lots of mounds, 4 sets of tees, BIG greens and beautiful live oaks, pines and dogwoods. Must drive the ball accurately! Owner Ernest Wallace, Sr., PGA Professional.
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Royal Oaks Golf Club
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Bring your "A" game and cut across the doglegs for a sweet round of golf. Very scenic course with lots of oaks, pines and a natural wetland. #16, is "either a 4 or a 10", & can be intimidating, but will reward a great second shot over the water. Rolling terrain at the starting and finishing holes. Located 5 minutes from the Players Course. Course is back in the hands of Ernest Wallace, Sr., who says it has more grass than it needs.
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Santee Cooper Country Club
http://santeecoopergolf.com/
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Designed by architect George Cobb and built in 1967, Santee Cooper Country Club has been delighting golfers for more than 30 years. Exceptional conditions and a challenging layout offer up a great experience for golfers of all levels. Your golf package is not complete without a round at both of our courses.
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Wyboo Golf Club
http://www.wyboogolfclub.com/
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A Tom Jackson "Signature Course," Wyboo Golf Club opened in October 1999 and was named one of the top 10 courses in The State in 2002 and the best golf course in Clarendon County. It features rolling terrain and strategically placed bunkers and demands a variety of shots.
Spacious fairways are forgiving for slightly errant tee shots, but the approach shots are a different matter, demanding a high degree of accuracy due to the placement of bunkers and other hazards around the greens.
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