A view of the 4th green at Marsh Course from Bluewater Bay Resort

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3.1
1119 Reviews (1119)
5 Stars
187
4 Stars
414
3 Stars
284
2 Stars
121
1 Stars
113
Conditions
2.8
Value
3.4
Layout
3.6
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.0
62.3%
Recommend this course
798 out of 1119 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
3.7
102 Reviews (102)
5 Stars
19
4 Stars
44
3 Stars
29
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.6
Value
4.2
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
85.3%
Recommend this course
87 out of 102 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
3.2
145 Reviews (145)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
49
3 Stars
43
2 Stars
12
1 Stars
21
Conditions
3.0
Value
3.7
Layout
3.8
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.1
StaffFriendliness
4.4
69.7%
Recommend this course
101 out of 145 reviews
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About

Holes 9
Type Resort
Par 36
Length 3372 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A

Editor's Note: Course closed for business. See The Golf Club at Bluewater Bay listing.

Course Details

Year Built 1987
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Fazio (1987) Jerry Pate (1987)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro No
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Marina, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis

Reviews

3.1
1119 Reviews (1119)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 24
Watching the Game 11
19th Hole Specials 9
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 49
Bunkers 40
Narrow Fairways 26
This course/club is great for:
Locals 32
Playing Multiple Courses 28
Seniors 26
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 30
Worth the Drive 21
In the 'Burbs 16

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Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Making a solid comeback!

BWB is making a comeback, course is getting better, the greens are very true and roll nicely. The day we played was extremely cold and windy so we played at our own pace which was great. A couple holes still need some TLC but overall a lot of good holes with a sold nine holes of golf on the Bay Course, a very good value for the money. Would recommend

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 47
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good Layout Good Price

Staff went out of there way and we will be back. Liked the course and layout.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 106
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Pleasantly Surprised

The last time I played this course I was somewhat disappointed. I have played it off and on for several years and the last time it had definite issues on the greens and fairways. I was somewhat concerned about bringing some different friends for this outing. Well I was pleasantly surprised at the improvements since my last visit. I hope to play here again soon.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

First time

First time in course I liked the layout. The greens were good and bunkers were taken care of .

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Getting better

I hadn’t played her in over 25 years. Last several years the reviews said it was TERRIBLE
It is getting better. Greens are good and fairways are spotty. I would say it is a good $30 course now.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Bluewater Bay on an improving trend!

We have not played for a long while, but after hearing about the big improvements, we gave Blue Water Bay another look. We had a wonderful 9 holes (Marsh Course), which has done a 180 from over a year ago. Our spouses enjoyed it and my brother and I, who are avid golfers on the panhandle, had a blast playing, because of the good conditions. Bunkers were groomed, the rough was thin, but the tree lined fairways helped with that, no breaks:-) Fairways could not be blamed for bad shot, for the most part were ok. The greens were the most improved and rolled very nicely! $30 for nine holes is definitely worth the time and effort to drive to Blue Water Bay. Did not play the Bay 9 holes, so I will not comment until we do! Nice carts and friendly staff! No driving range but very nice practice green in front of the club house. Carry drinks and snacks with you from the clubhouse before you play!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Value

This course is a great find. Greens and fairways were in great condition. It is a very unique layout, short course and have to plan each tee shot. Couple holes by the bay have awesome views. Would definitely play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Cart path only

Even though we played this course cart path only twice...Our Golfing experience was great! Course layout and maintenance was good...Thanks to everyone for a great day on the course

Steve and Marnie from Washington State

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 75
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

This course had great features and layout

Course was in great shape, including fairways and greens
Easy check in with friendly staff. First time playing loved the layout and design.
Great job Bluewater bay.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Turn Around

What an excellent turn around this course is making!!! Had a blast with some buddies as the golf course is really starting to take shape with the overseed. Looks amazing and the greens are starting to roll better. Some holes are stuggling but I'm sure they will turn around as well. Would recommend this golf course in its current condition. Price was just right =)

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good fairways and tees

Most of the greens were of average speed. Only a few of the greens were not smooth with defects. Fairways and tees were well maintained.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course but…

Really nice layout and friendly staff. However, the front 9 greens were in horrible shape. Back 9 greens were in better shape but just ok at best.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Don’t waste your $$$

Honestly, im not sure what was worse. From the tee boxes being nothing but sand hardly any grass, or the greens that may or may not have grass on them at all. This place would be fun if they cared about it. Sad

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 105
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Aweful

Fairways and greens were terrible . I know they just arriated but this was not worth the time or money. Hopefully they will get their act together.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
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