Azalea/Magnolia at Brunswick Plantation & Golf Links

Disappointed that it was cart path only, as the fairways with the exception of one or two were very dry

Disappointed it was cart path only, the fairways seemed pretty dry except for a few small areas

From the moment you drive up to the club house, this place feels special. It’s like the Calabash version of Magnolia Lane. Surprisingly, the course matches up with its introduction.

Plush grass from tee to green, thick, challenging rough, open fairways and greens, and strategically placed bunkers. Beautiful water features on most holes that are there for more for scenery than strategy.

Layout wise, this course looks easy. Most the fairways are wide and accessible and most of the challenge off the tee comes in the form of dog legs. No forced carries over water or sand. It’s fairly short in places too, but that’s where it gets you. You can’t cut any of the dog legs, and long hitters will consistently find themselves hitting through the fairway into a welcoming sand trap. Hole #1 on Magnolia is a great example. Hit the 3-wood.

So here’s the tips: if you consistently drive the ball over 260, you should likely play the blues, and even then, hit your three wood off most tees and hybrid off a few. Don’t try to cut the corners. I cannot stress this enough. It looks doable—it is not, and more important, it’s not rewarding on your next shot. Take what the course gives you off the tee and you’ll consistently find yourself with an 8 or 9-iron into most greens. For real. This course punishes greediness.

Overall, this course is a must play if you’re in the Sunset/Calabash area. Best value too. If this course were in Atlanta (where I usually play), it would cost $100 and there would never be an open tee time.

For reference, I’m a 5.5 handicap that plays once a week. I played the blues at 7:00am with minimal wind.

Breakfast was delicious. Friendly staff and Course condition was great. Highly recommend

The course is in good shape and we were able to play 9 holes without any problems. Greens are in good condition. Staff was very friendly. Good value.

Course in great shape. Had a great day. Pace a bit slow, but understandable as there were many others enjoying the day too

This course was in great condition condition for this time of year. Unfortunately, they had a ton of rain and required carts on the path only. I understand their rationale, just made it a 5 hour round due to the groups a head of us needing more time 5o walk across the fairways.
I was a little surprised that carts needed to ne in by 630.

Played on a Saturday. Collegiate golfers had 2 of the 9s filed so we had to play one of the 3 9s twice. Starter was a young punk that gave yes or no answers and couldn't get any info out if him. He said we were 10 minutes behind but closer to 45. Just avoid this place. I have played at myrtlewood, kings north, barefoot dye, arcadian shores, sandpiper, etc.. on this trip. This was lamest course and rudest treatment thus far.

First time playing Brunswick and I will return next time I am in Myrtle Beach for vacation. Course was in great shape especially the greens. I was very happy with everything here.

Good round of golf. Would recommend to others. Course layout good and the fairways in good condition!!

Only negative was that we had to play cart path only. No distance marker on cart path. Club selection difficult and sometimes you need to hit the wrong club not to slowdown the track. Otherwise, worth the trip.