10 Clubhouse Dr, Grasslawn Ave,
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina SC 29928
The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined & open parkland. Relatively flat terrain.
Surroundings:
Woodland and residential.
Designer:
George C. Cobb
Above distances are for the Barony course. Also at Port Royal is the 18-hole Robber's Row course (par-72; 6675 yds from back tees).
32.213353
-80.681768
Northern end of Hilton Head Island
Leave i-95 at exit 8 and follow Hwy 278 direction Hilton Head Island. Where the 278 splits into the Cross Island Parkway (278 E) and William Hilton Parkway (278 E), follow William Hilton Parkway. After 3.4 mls turn left into Port Royal Plantation.
Port Royal (Barony)
Port Royal Golf & Racquet Club (Barony course): located on the northwestern point of Hilton Head Island, Port Royal is home to two championship golf courses ... Robber's Row and Barony. There was previously a third 18-hole course here, Planter's Row, which closed in 2016 following extensive damage to the course inflicted by Hurricane Matthew.
The Barony course was one of the first to be built on Hilton Head Island, designed in the early-1960s by golf course architect George W. Cobb. Parts of the course provide a relatively open feel, contrasting with the tree-lined character of much of the layout. Although regarded as generally "golfer friendly", there are plenty of water hazards to avoid and small greens to hit. Deep bunkering often guards the greens.
Laid out in two nine-hole loops that head east and west from the clubhouse, this relatively easy-going layout provides a good opportunity to sharpen your golfing skills before taking on Hilton Head's tougher challenges.
Stay&Play at Port Royal: nearby luxury accommodation available, see Where2Stay section below.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance.
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2024].
Golf carts compulsory.
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Port Royal is a member of the Virginia-based Heritage Golf Group. The Heritage Collection includes several top rated golf properties in California, Texas, Georgia, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina and South Carolina. Heritage Group properties on Hilton Head Island include the courses at Palmetto Hall, Oyster Reef, Port Royal and Shipyard.
The former Planter's Row course at Port Royal (32.217048, -80.695975) was forced to close after it sustained devastating damage from Hurricane Matthew in 2016. Previously it had hosted a PGA Seniors Tour event, the Hilton Head Seniors International in 1985.
Designed by William Byrd and opened in 1984, Planter's Row was the youngest of the Port Royal trio. It provided a pleasant layout in a more tree-lined setting than the other Port Royal courses, and was known for having some of the tightest fairways on Hilton Head Island.
2 Grasslawn Ave, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina 29928.
+1 (843) 681 4000
Visit websiteLocated on a vibrant stretch of the Atlantic Ocean, The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa offers a luxury South Carolina experience in an oceanfront resort. Here you are just a few steps away from the beach and rejuvenating treatments at Heavenly Spa by Westin. Hilton Head Island's world-famous golf courses are also easily accessible.
Port Royal (Barony and Robber's Row courses) (o.5 mi).
Palmetto Hall courses; Country Club of Hilton Head; Oyster Reef; Golden Bear @ Indigo Run; Palmetto Dunes courses; Shipyard.
Hilton Head National; Harbour Town; Sea Pines (Ocean and Sea Marsh courses).
5 Grasslawn Avenue, Hilton Head, South Carolina 29928
+1 (843) 342 1608
Visit websitePerfectly located on the beautiful oceanfront of Hilton Head Island, this vacation beach resort offers spacious two-bedroom, condo-style resort villas with a living and dining area, fully equipped kitchen and furnished balcony.
Port Royal (Barony and Robber's Row courses) (o.5 mi).
Palmetto Hall courses; Country Club of Hilton Head; Oyster Reef; Golden Bear @ Indigo Run; Palmetto Dunes courses; Shipyard.
Hilton Head National; Harbour Town; Sea Pines (Ocean and Sea Marsh courses).
Women’s (British) Open: the last women’s major championship of the season is hosted by Royal Porthcawl GC. It’s the first time this fabulous seaside links course has hosted the event (July 31-Aug 3).
Walker Cup: the 50th playing of this prestigious men’s amateur event sees the GB&I go head-to-head against the defending USA team at Cypress Point Club, California (Sept 6-7). After that, all eyes turn to Bethpage State Park on Long Island, NY, where the American and defending European professional teams engage in the 45th Ryder Cup (Sept 27-29).
Lottie Woad: 21-year-old Woad burst onto the professional scene in July, with wins in the Women’s Irish Open (as an amateur) and three weeks later in the Women’s Scottish Open (as a professional). She nearly picked-up a major championship, placing third in The Evian in the same month.
Pádraig Harrington: the ever-likeable Irishman added the (British) Senior Open Championship title to his stellar array of tournament successes. His win came on Sunningdale’s spectacular Old Course. Harrington had already bagged the U.S. Senior Open title in June this year.
The Dutch: "It's no' just a game", as they say in Scotland, and that's certainly true at The Dutch. With 5-star services throughout, a lavishly comfortable Loch Lomond-inspired clubhouse, and a superbly designed and presented golf course, one could not ask for more from this top-end private club.
Join us at The Dutch from August 21–24 for the Festival of Golf, featuring the HotelPlanner Tour. Experience four days of top-tier sport, live music, incredible food, and unexpected surprises. Explore the grounds, connect with others, embrace new challenges, and dive into an unforgettable celebration. Click here to buy tickets.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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