Prestwick Country Club
About
Designed in the classic Scottish tradition, our masterful six-million dollar creation by Pete and P.B. Dye surrounds a sparkling 20 acre freshwater lake, bordered on the west by a 20,000 square foot colonial clubhouse.
The front nine winds through a pine forest in the manner reminiscent of the world famous Dye-designed Harbourtown Golf Course. Only 1/4 mile away from the ocean, the back nine is a more open layout similar to Dye's PGA West course and play is influenced by the prevailing ocean wind.
Prestwick features 8 holes where water comes into play.
Over 1.3 million cubic yards of earth were moved in creating towering Scottish berms, stairway and church pew bunkers, and undulating greens. In addition, more than 10,000 railroad ties were used to create another classic Dye design. Dramatic elevation changes ranging up to thirty feet add an exceptional feature to this coastal location.
Prestwick has been recognized as one of South Carolina's top golf courses and remains enjoyable with extremely limited non-member play and great year-round course conditioning.
Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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Black | 72 | 7086 yards | 74.7 | 138 |
Blue | 72 | 6744 yards | 73.0 | 134 |
White | 72 | 6347 yards | 71.1 | 126 |
Green | 72 | 5863 yards | 69.0 | 116 |
Red (W) | 72 | 5210 yards | 71.9 | 121 |
Tan | 72 | 4624 yards | 69.5 | 109 |
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
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Championship M: 75.3/150 | 383 | 448 | 470 | 340 | 195 | 522 | 446 | 246 | 537 | 3587 | 398 | 412 | 529 | 152 | 451 | 386 | 199 | 531 | 441 | 3499 | 7086 |
Blue M: 73.9/147 | 362 | 427 | 458 | 319 | 183 | 491 | 416 | 211 | 507 | 3374 | 388 | 400 | 520 | 144 | 431 | 365 | 188 | 515 | 419 | 3370 | 6744 |
White M: 72.2/138 | 341 | 387 | 444 | 305 | 164 | 459 | 384 | 193 | 486 | 3163 | 373 | 344 | 504 | 135 | 409 | 350 | 174 | 499 | 396 | 3184 | 6347 |
Green M: 69.5/129 W: 75.1/141 | 318 | 358 | 403 | 290 | 135 | 435 | 333 | 163 | 454 | 2889 | 349 | 318 | 478 | 118 | 381 | 332 | 153 | 472 | 373 | 2974 | 5863 |
Red M: 66.3/115 W: 71.3/128 | 302 | 307 | 357 | 234 | 108 | 415 | 296 | 136 | 423 | 2578 | 319 | 269 | 450 | 83 | 343 | 312 | 115 | 405 | 336 | 2632 | 5210 |
Tan W: 67.9/120 | 235 | 302 | 293 | 232 | 98 | 374 | 248 | 131 | 366 | 2279 | 259 | 264 | 416 | 73 | 276 | 241 | 111 | 400 | 305 | 2345 | 4624 |
Handicap | 9 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 6 | |||
Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
Handicap (W) | 3 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 12 | 14 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 10 |
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Photo submitted by realasudxgift on 10/18/2020
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Prestwick Golf & Country Club, hole 9 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 07/10/2020
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Prestwick Golf & Country Club, hole 15 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 07/10/2020
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9th hole Photo submitted by 83dmayo on 05/10/2020
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Photo submitted by u000004032617 on 03/21/2017
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Photo submitted by u000004032617 on 03/21/2017
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Nine Photo submitted by u000004032617 on 03/21/2017
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Bunker on right side of nine green Photo submitted by u000004032617 on 03/21/2017
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Number 9 at Prestwick. Photo submitted by u000001987888 on 07/10/2013
Very challenging green complexes...
Another top shelf course. I was surprised with the difficulty of the design, particularly around the greens. Plays 3 or 4 shots harder than the TPC of Myrtle Beach, which is quite a challenge. Green complexes are very punishing if you don't hit proper approaches. The greenside grass and sand bunkers can get brutal. Pete Dye is a genius, though sadistic, course architect. Fairways rate an 8, greens an 8 rolling at probably a 8.5 on stimp. I say this is a must play, but do yourself a favor and schedule it later in your trip. I made the mistake of playing this early and on a cold, windy day I struck the ball average and paid big prices numerous times around the greens for missing by just a few yards or mis judging the wind. Don't shoot at pins here unless you're on. Conservative approach shot play with avoid way more doubles than shooting at the pins will yield in birdies here.
Prestwick a Solid Choice
Staff was fine. Don't understand how the staff can affect how some people on here review a golf course. I've never encountered a bad staff. I guess some people expect rose petals to be thrown at their feet as they pull up to the bag drop. Anyhoo, on to what matters. Course is in splendid shape tee to green. No rough to speak of as it's Feb.so that's an advantage. Front nine was nothing spectacular. Don't let the short 1st hole fool ya this course is a bear with a bunch of 375-400 4's. Nothing special about the front it's the back where the layout gets nice with some pretty holes with forced carries over water. Holes 9+18 were vicious with water running up one side of both and woods on the other side. Some nasty bunkers guard these holes too Greens are huge with some baby elephants buried in them. They are in great shape. It was pretty windy when i played and this course got me on this day but i'll be back to seek revenge.
Great course
played in the world Am today. 50 golfers in our flight and only 5 shot their handicap. One of the hardest courses I have played down in and others agreed. However, we all agreed we can't wait to play it again.
Played Day 1 of Myrtle Beach World Am
Drew this course for my Day 1 course of the Myrtle Beach World Am. Have played Prestwick multiple times thru the years of playing in the World Am. Prestwick never disappoints. We had 2 flights playing on the course for a total of 96 players. The staff handled the event well. Very friendly and courteous.
The course was well manicured, greens were decently fast for summer in Myrtle Beach. Fairways and tee boxes were well covered. The bunkers are not "pretty" (dark, dingy looking sand) but still in good shape.
Probably one of the most playable Dye courses I have ever played.
If in the area, play here.
Also, was told they are now fully public with no members. True or not, no idea.
very difficult course for average golfers
this is a tough course. requires target golf with accurate shots. poor shots will end up in very difficult places. very hard to score even if you are striking the ball well. high handicappers will have a very difficult time.
Great day on the course
Overall this was a great day out on the course. For the day after a heavy hour downpour the course held up very well only a few wet spots. Classic Dye layout that is fairly straight forward but if you're on the wrong side of the fairway your score quickly changes. Starter on Hole 1 gave us a lot of detail about the course while we waited to tee off. Only negative is that we weren't told we had to get a coin at the clubhouse to get range balls. Besides that not one complaint.
Great course, interesting employees
First off, Jay Smith, the Head Pro, is a super nice guy. I'll get to the other folks shortly.
If you want a very challenging course with nice but wide enough fairways, incredible bunkering and faster than usual Myrtle Beach greens, I recommend PCC.
As we approached the bag drop, there were 2 gentleman, Dick and Shelton. Shelton was an interesting cat. We were behind on our tee time from playing a morning round; I called the pro shop 20" before we were scheduled to tee off to let them know we were trying to get to PCC rapidly - the guy who answered was not friendly. He seemed to be inconvenienced by taking my green and cart fees - that's why staff gets a poor rating here. Shelton at the bag drop on the other hand informed us the golf carts would shut off at 7pm - whether he was trying to be funny or not, golf and courses in general ain't getting the play like the salad days 12-20 years ago. His tone was not welcomed at this point but then he seemed to soften as he described the course. He really softened when our group made the turn in 1'50". "Oh, you'll be done by 7:30" he said with a smile. So, maybe he's a guy with dry wit. Enough of that - on to describing the course.
Course - tee boxes, fairways, rough, bunkers and greens - were all in great shape. Lots of variety at PCC. Holes 16-18 will give you all the challenge one needs. Hole 1 was quirky - even if you hit a drive right down the middle, you contend with a large hardwood on your left that guards the green from 50 yards out - have a draw if you're a righty.
In summary, play Prestwick.
If you have no where else to play
This course is not worth your time if you can get on somewhere else. Typical yankee starters that never ride the course to ensure everyone is in their correct position on the course.
Will play again!
very friendly staff; course is definitely well cared for; greens seemed like they hadn't been cut in a few days, probably owing to the wet weather, made for slightly slower speeds but still tricky to read; tough course with lots of uneven lies, forced carry, and plenty of water; will certainly be back to play this one again
a good golf course
Very pretty and challenging golf course. More player friendly than most Dye courses. Great layout and course should be spectacular as Bermuda comes in.
I look forward to playing again
Great Golf Course
Great greens, nice and wide fairways. Excellent conditions!!!
Great challenge
Undulating greens. Fairways were wide but lots of water.
This course has great features
Prestwick Country Club is in excellent condition. Fairways and greens in great shape. Beautiful course!
GREENS
THIS COURSE HAD SOME OF THE BEST GREENS I HAVE EVER PLAYED,(30YEARS). THE PACE OF PLAY WAS PERFECT. ON MY LIST THE NEXT TIME I GO TO MYRTLE BEACH.
Loved everything about this course..
Real customer friendly staff, did everything possible to make your day a great day. Play was timely, for as many people playing, the play moved at an expected rate. Course in great shape for the summer, well maintained. Liked it so much I came back two days later to play it again.
Great course. Interesting layout.
Very friendly staff. A very challenging course. Requires different club selection off the tee. Some of the more difficult par 3s I have played.
Nice layout great conditions
An absolutely gorgeous facility with an equally beautiful course. Friendly people. The course is a good test of your game. Would give it 5 stars if it was a little more affordable. I still recommend you play this course at least once. I have about 4 times and was never disappointed.
Rainy Day at Prestwick
Course almost unplayable due to standing and running water in fairways due to recent and current rains. That said greens were fabulous. Cart path only was proper call.
Pretty Course, good value for less than $60
Given the 1 inch of rain each day I played the course (during the round), the course was not a quagmire. Greens rolled true and were extremely fast... bunkers couldn't handle the rain, but I'm sure during drier conditions they make for a challenge. Staff was nice. For $55 during the week this is a great value, but for over $100 on a weekend, i'm not sure its worth it. I've played $100 courses and the facility and staff didn't seem at that level given range balls are not free, and there are no electronics
Lots of Moguls
Great course,,very interesting layout and fair but challenging