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3.9
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.1
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
3.0
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.2
78.8%
Recommend this course
87 out of 100 reviews
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3.0
1 Reviews (1)
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4.0
Value
2.0
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.0
Amenities
4.0
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3.7
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4.0
Value
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Layout
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Pace
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Amenities
4.3
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2.0
66.7%
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6709 yards
Slope 138
Rating 72.4

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort sits to the south of Wilmington's historic downtown and offers 18 holes of championship golf. Joe Gessner built the golf portion of Beau Rivage Golf & Resort back in 1988, and his work measures 6,709 yards over hills that undulate and valleys, with changing elevations and several sand traps and water hazards to test even the best of golfers. The award-winning golf course's signature hole is its fourth, which plays to 200 yards over water features to a green protected bon three sides by water and sand. After a round of golf, head back for the resort amenities, such as a full bar, grill and lounge with seats on the veranda -- or the pool and tiki bar. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort is known for its stellar golf vacation package deals.

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Course Details

Year Built 1988
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tifeagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Joe Gessner

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No denim, collared shirts.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Lounge, Banquet Facilities

Available Sports

Tennis

Reviews

3.9
100 Reviews (100)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 8
Patio Dining 7
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 15
Water Hazards 13
Elevation Changes 10
This course/club is great for:
Locals 13
Group Getaways 8
Advanced Golfers 7
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 13
Near Local Attractions 7

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Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Greens Under Repair -- Might Want to Wait a Bit

Have always liked playing Beau Rivage, but the course is trying to repair dead spots on several of their greens and in some fairways right now. I paid a local rate of $49 after 12 noon on a Friday, but they should have offered a small discount because of the "under repair" conditions of the greens. At least they are taking measures to get the greens back up to snuff, but it might take a while. Putting on several greens was impossible. It's not all of their greens were horrible (like many of the lower Brunswick County courses), but it was enough to make the round disappointing. I'll be back when the conditions are better.

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nice Track - worth playing

Nice track that is worth playing. Tee boxes could be in better shape, but fairways were good and most of the greens were great (2-3 had some damage that was under repair). I'd play it again when back in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Nonsensical Design / Diabolical Greens

Played before the fairway grasses had begun to bloom, but the course layout was clear: gimmicky with lots of houses practically in play.

Additionally, why in the world would you have greens at a course in a high tourist zone with a stunt meter over 12??? Hole positioning on the side of steep grades doesn’t make for an enjoyable experience in vacation.

Lastly, the positioning of the range was also on the side of a grade, having clearly not moved the hitting area in months (so mostly dirt).

For $60 on a weekday in March, NOT a good value.

Too much competition within 20 miles. Doubt I’ll be back.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

I'll be back

Played Beau Rivage and stayed at resort on a long weekend getaway. Staff very friendly and helpful. Course in great condition; and layout of course gave you an opportunity to play all types of holes. Dog legs, left and right, scenic par 3's, short and long par 5's. Terrain had enough elevation changes to alter sight lines. Greens were immaculate; rolling perfectly. Rolled smooth and consistent. Will definitely play there again when in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

solid track in great shape

2nd time playing BR. Fun course to play with variety of holes and good challenges. Not long but has teeth. Bunkers were a bit suspect with rocks and hard pan in places. Greens were smooth despite showing recent verticutting.
Always on my list when I visit Wilmington.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

wonderful day

I have played this course for the past 8 years when visiting my grandchildren and this time the course conditions were spectacular, over seeded fairways, fast immaculate greens and of course the very friendly staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

again

will be back again next week and over the winter for the 90 day superb special

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice Place

Great day at this beach course. Weather was perfect and the greens were in excellent shape as we tried to get in a last November round. Staff was very friendly and got off early and kept the pace moving. Pin placements were a bit challenging. Decent price for the course and twilight rates are also great. Overall I would recommend playing here.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

played on a windy day

course was presented in a tidy fashion. Greens were fast down hill down wind, otherwise a little chewy. The layout was very interesting. You have all the things that make up a great layout. Long par 3,4 and 5's. Doglegs in both directions. carries over water on a par 4 and par 5 as well as a beautiful par 3.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course to play in Wilmington area!

Love this golf course! Never golf path only and great to have GPS on the carts.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Book it!

Loved the place! I didn't stay, just golfed and I will definitely come back! The course was in great shape, greens are perfect, and the carts have GPS. Lots of elevation changes for a coastal course. The two bunkers I hit from were soft. I enjoyed the distance between holes, which at times is pretty far and there is a good amount of water in play but nothing too difficult, unless you chunk it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Welcoming staff and course

My wife and I played Masonboro on Fri 10-30 and Beau Rivage on Sun 11-1. Very friendly people at BR and the course itself was also friendly. Fairways were fairly wide and receptive, homes/condos didn't seem too close, water does come in play on some holes, greens in fantastic shape. On course bathrooms and water coolers. Some scenic drives in the GPS-equipped carts, not at all a walkers course. Large putting green and smaller chipping area with a nice driving range. Did not try anything at the 19th hole but the crowd watching NFL games seemed quite happy (until the Giants lost)! Will definitely play this course again on our next visit to the beach as we may even stay at the resort!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

great golf course excellent condition, variety of holes and elevation changes make it a fun course although you need to play a few rounds to get to know it. Will play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

An excellent course

I really liked the layout of this course. Plus it was in great shape. Can't wait to go back again as the greens are tricky and will keep you on your toes. They fooled me a few times. Overall a great day and friendly staff. New golf carts too.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Walked

Glad I choose this course out of the ones I had to choose from

Well at first I was not sure what course I should go to while I was down that way on vacation. I ended up deciding on go to this course and boy am I glad that I did. Course was in super shape, carts have GPS in them and are very nice carts too, staff was super, nice putting and chipping greens as well as a nice driving range. Only thing I would advise is don't think about walking this course as there a few holes where there is a good little ride from green of the previous hole to the tee box of the next one. I will even say if I end up down that way again it is going to be really hard to go to another course after visiting this one.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 58
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Fantastic Greens that roll true

The course was in great shape. The greens roll true but are very hard. Even with a lot of spin on the approach shot the ball would not back up.... remember this so use a shorter club and let it roll to the pin.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Good Course, God people

Course is tighter and has more blind shots than expected. In good shape and enjoyable to play.
Too long to walk. Holes have long travels between
many of them which is nice.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great greens and overall condition

Greens were amazing. They rolled true and didn't take long to figure out. The course is challenging from the blue tees. I would not walk the course, there are some long distances between a few holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great

Good course. Stacy was friendly and helpful. Would play it again for sure

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great round of golf

Very fun day of golf at Beau Rivage. Course conditions were good, tee boxes are due for resurfacing but thats about all. Staff are incredible, I live in the area and plan on playing here alot this season.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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