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Value
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Layout
4.3
Friendliness
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Pace
4.2
Amenities
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7004 yards
Slope 122
Rating 72.4

Editor's Note: Course closed for business on 01/31/2019.

There are two 18-hole championship golf courses available at the Bay Club in Berlin, which is conveniently situated just a few miles outside of Ocean City. Both the East and West Courses are routed through mature woodlands and incorporate 426 acres of lakes and wetlands, both man-made and natural. The East Course was the second course at the club, added in 1999. Measuring just over 7,000 yards, it is the longer of the two golf courses but only by about 50 yards. While the original West Course may be famous for its signature island green hole, dubbed "Devil's Island," the East also boasts an island green. The "Paradise Island" green may not be as dramatic but it is certainly still a challenge. The golf course is also known for being one of the only courses in the area to feature tour-quality Zoysia grass fairways.

Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Zoysia
Greens Bent
Golf Season Year round
Architect Charles Priestley

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Maryland (2018 #7)

Reviews

4.1
107 Reviews (107)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Brunch 6
Watching the Game 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 17
Bunkers 16
Forced Carries 11
This course/club is great for:
Locals 15
Playing Multiple Courses 15
Advanced Golfers 11
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 14
Worth the Drive 12
Near Local Attractions 10

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Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Bush 639

Course condition start of season sure as move into summer will be better . Pace was good long for my wife off greens . Fairways for the most part forgiving .

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

West Course - Nice Layout

We just left the course and we had a great time. They accommodate us with all of our tee times and was treated with great respect. Hole 9 and 18 share the green and its challenging the first couple of days. The PGA Pro Stuart Fisher was very helpful and made our stay at the course wonderful. The entire staff was friendly and very cheerful and happy to help us. I would highly recommend this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Fair weather
Used cart

Nothing Great

Playing from the green tees was fine for us considering the conditions. It had rained heavily the day before so the course conditions were poor. The course really shouldn't have been open it was sooo wet. The winds were also strong. Cart path only which also makes for a longer round. I would like to try this course again when playing conditions are better. Overall not a difficult course.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Fair weather

Nice courses

Was supposed to play the East course first, but the weather was bad so we played the West first the next day. The Pro Shop was cordial in re-booking the East without me having to go through GolfNow (Thank you!).

The West course is generally tighter and harder in my opinion and the fairways were in better condition, but both are nice and very playable courses.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Bay Club

I find this course to be a little difficult, that being the west course. Small greens and tight fairways. It is a very fun course. Chipping and bunker play is key here because you will miss a few greens. Play is always slow.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Still in Winter Shape

For the time of the year, the course was in good shape. I played the east course which has the Zoysia grass in the fairways. Zoysia grass goes dormant in the cold months and doesn't green and thicken up until about mid-spring. The east course is a bit easier than the west because it's more open. The west requires a lot more accurate shots off the tee or you'll find yourself in the trees.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

70 degrees in December

What can I say 70+ degrees just twelve days before Christmas, and considering we have had temps below freezing the greens were in great shape.

Great locals environment

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

very nice course

i will def play there again... Play there one other time and wasnt really impress.
However, I have to say, this time course was very nice.
Green were fast and true.
Par 2 long and difficult.
Bunkers...Do not go in them, never seen bunkers edged like that. Tree Lined, better keep it play to score. But under trees was playable.
I would play this course again for sure.
Club House Needs to torn down and re-built, then this place would really have it all, also get rid of those Gas Carts.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Course

The course was in good condition considering the time of the year. We felt it was challenging enough for the intermediate as well as advance players. It's definitely not as hard as the West Course; but still you can get in a great round of golf.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course with open fairways

Great value. Course is in good shape. Staff was friendly. Enjoyed playing the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course

Fun course, fairways where perfect.
Good price too.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Tale of Two 9's - Watch out for Mosquitos on West Course!!

We had a GREAT Experience on West course back 9 (our 1st 9). THEN we ran into an infestation of mosquitos and sand flies that RAN us off the course - They were on ALL 8 holes (1-8) we played on the West 2nd 9 .... So, we didn't even play 9! There were a dozen mosquitos on us at all times. We could only really finish 2 holes. I went in to talk to Pro Shop but it was late (6:30 pm#, so they had closed ... Just BEWARE of the Mosquitos on the WEST! Hopefully, they address this problem. I've never seen anything like it outside of a pure swamp. NOW the Course was in excellent condition BUT this ruined our experience. We hardly played ANY of the holes on the 2nd 9 ##'s 1-9) ... Maybe the Locals KNOW & they play the East course. Anyway, great rate & very nice course BUT the mosquitos were HORRIBLE! Just beware ... maybe call the pro shop before you book to get the scoop. Good luck!!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Bay Club on a Thursday in June

Played in 2.5 hours.
Great deal for $35, no one on front, no one on back, all for myself.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 59
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
New Hampshire Advisor
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

West in great shape, East just okay...

Played both East and West courses over 2 days. West course was in very nice condition with greens rolling very well. East course with brown, dormant fairways was difficult to get used to, and didn't like the design as much as the West course, but it was fun to play nonetheless. The island greens on the West course were a lot of fun to play to, especially in the wind. :)

BTW, be sure to check out the putter lodged high in the tree behind the 2nd green on the East course. It's been there a long time, with the tree growing around it. One of the friendly staff members showed it to me. :) Someone must have had a tough day on the greens a few years back. :P

Overall I enjoyed my time at the Bay Club and will definitely be back. :)

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Friendly Staff and Members

Members were gracious and didn't mind a single joining them and made me feel welcome as did all staff members, other courses could learn from them.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Really well Maintained

This course has some of the best fairways I have played and is beautiful. The only downside is some of the sand traps are really hard sand/ almost solid ground but it was the end of October after all. The course is pretty long at almost 6750 yards but very playable

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

traditional parkland course

Course was in excellent condition, especially the greens. Holes nicely laid out through woodlands. Friendly staff, great value.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

dave

Course seems to cater to drunken a-holes. Marshals not getting it done.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Bay club east

Good for all golfers. Greens in good condition. Staff helpful and friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

the gem in berlin md.

fist time here played the east side. great fairways and greens were perfect. staff very friendly. had the first tee time played in 2hrs. 45 min

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