Georgia Golf Resorts
Georgia is one of America's most coveted and historic golf states, thanks in large part to Bobby Jones and Augusta National. But the Peach State's legacy in golf stretches well beyond Magnolia Lane. From metro Atlanta and Blue Ridge Mountain getaways to the Atlantic coast, golfers have a wide assortment of golf resorts to choose from in Georgia. On the coast, Sea Island is a favorite haunt for professional golfers' residences, and an historic H.S. Colt design is one of the eastern seaboard's best layouts. Or, venture into lake country at the six-course Reynolds Lake Oconee mecca. For those buddies trips seeking a value golf trip in the southeast, look no further than Georgia's reputable and affordable state park system, home to such standout stay-and-plays as Arrowhead Pointe at Richard B. Russell State Park. Browse our Georgia golf resort guide below for more information, book tee times and stay-and-play packages.
Georgia Golf Resorts
Jekyll Island, Georgia
Jekyll Island is a state park and resort community situated on this island among the Golden Isles on the Georgia coast. It is notable to golfers in that it has 63 holes of publicly accessible golf and a collection of partner hotels and beachfront resorts. Golf here dates back to 1926 with the 9-hole Ocean Dunes course, designed by Walter Travis.…
Greensboro, Georgia
Reynolds Lake Oconee is a residential and resort community in Georgia about halfway between Augusta and Atlanta. The 12,000-acre development hugs Lake Oconee and provides 374 miles of shoreline and 21 miles of hiking trails. There are six golf courses, including one available exclusively to members (The Creek Club). Courses are designed by Jack…
Savannah, Georgia
The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort, part of the Marriott Bonvoy brand of hotels, is a golf resort located on Hutchinson Island in the Savannah River on the Georgia-South Carolina border. There is a marina that allows boaters to stop off at the resort for dinner or golf. The resort is home to the 18-hole Club at Savannah Harbor, which features…
Braselton, Georgia
Chateau Elan Winery & Resort is a golf resort located in the North Georgia mountains to the northeast of the Atlanta metro area in Braselton. This 3,500-acre estate is home to a nearly 300-room and suite resort (with a collection of villas as well), winery and four golf courses (one of which is accessible to members only). In addition to two…
St. Simons Island, Georgia
Sea Palms Resort is a golf community on St. Simons Island in coastal Georgia with condominium style accommodations in the resort village or beachfront. Guests at Sea Palms Resort have access to the club's 18-hole golf course, fitness center, pool and other member amenities. The Sea Gate Inn features condominium-style suites with modern, full…
Marble Hill, Georgia
Big Canoe is the perfect mountain retreat for any occasion nestled in Marble Hill, Georgia. With 8,400 acres of countless amenities to offer, it’s impossible to have anything short of a unique experience at Big Canoe, which is a private club that offers access for golfers who stay on property. Home rentals and villas are available for larger…
Pine Mountain, Georgia
Callaway Resort & Gardens is a 2,500-acre retreat in Pine Mountain, Georgia, about an hour's drive from Atlanta. The property was founded in 1952 and today features 36 holes of golf and many more natural and outdoor activities on the grounds to explore. The resort is home to the Lake View and Mountain View 18-hole golf courses, both wind and…
Stockbridge, Georgia
Georgia's Hard Labor Creek State Park is located on Lake Rutlege east of Atlanta off I-20. This state park facility features a range of accommodations from camp sites and RV sites to 20 2-bedroom cottages. Amenities here are highlighted by the 18-hole golf course designed by Denis Griffiths and features a pro shop, full driving range, grill and…
Reidsville, Georgia
Georgia's Jack Hill State Park (formerly named Gordonia-Alatamaha) is located in southeast part of the state and home to an 18-hole course, Brazell's Creek Golf Course, designed by Dennis Griffiths and opened in 2008. Accommodations for overnight guests range from eight rental cottages to 29 tent, trailer and RV campsites. Besides golf, the park…
Fort Gaines, Georgia
George T. Bagby State Park is located in southwestern Georgia and set along the 48,000-acre Walter F. George Lake. It has arguably the finest of the state park courses, Meadow Links at George T. Bagby, which plays 7,000 yards from the championship tees and opened in 1996. Guests of the state park can choose from the Lodge's 60 guest rooms or five…
Saint Simons Island, Georgia
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is located on Georgia's Saint Simons Island. The main resort complex is 12 miles from the 18-hole golf course, which is located on the quiet north end of the island. King & Prince Beach & Golf Resort has 195 units of accommodation consisting of rooms, suites, villas and home rentals. The resort features…
Waycross, Georgia
Georgia's Laura S. Walker State Park is located in the southeast part of the state near the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and the largest nearby city is Jacksonville 90 minutes away by car. The state park is home to The Lakes Golf Course, an 18-hole course opened in 1996 and plays 6,656 yards from the back tees. Overnight guests of the state…
Buford, Georgia
Georgia's Lanier Islands is a 1,200-acre resort community on a string of islands on Lake Lanier an hour's drive from Atlanta. It has several lodging options, starting with a Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and The Legacy Lodge at Lanier Islands. There are also condo, villa and RV park options. The 18-hole golf course, Lanier Islands Golf Club, is…
Sea Island, Georgia
Sea Island Resort is a luxury residential and resort community on the southeast Georgia coastline. It opened in 1928 and is home to the five-star Cloister at Sea Island hotel, The Inn at Sea Island and also The Lodge at Sea Island. It is a past host of the G-8 Summit of world leaders. The Seaside is the historic, H.S. Colt-designed course that is…
Stone Mountain, Georgia
The Atlanta Evergreen Marriott Conference Resort is located within Stone Mountain Park, which is home to 36-hole Stone Mountain Golf Club. The resort features over 300 rooms and suites as well as multiple casual dining concepts including a pool par and grill. The Stone Mountain Park has two 18-hole championship golf courses minutes from the…
Elberton, Georgia
Lake Richard B. Russell State Park is located east of Atlanta and northwest of Augusta in Elberton near the state border of South Carolina near the Savannah River. It is home to Arrowhead Pointe Golf Course, one of the best value courses in the southeast and a previous recipient of Golf Advisors' Golfers' Choice Top 50 lists. The state park is…
Marietta, Georgia
The Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center is a 198-room and suite property in the Atlanta suburb north of downtown Atlanta. It overlooks the City Club Marietta Golf Club, an 18-hole golf course that dates back to 1915 and plays as long as 5,721 yards. The Hilton has two restaurants, Hamilton's for fine dining and The Pub for casual…
Cordele, Georgia
Lake Blackshear Resort and Golf Club is located in Cordele, Georgia within the Georgia Veterans State Park. The hotel is located on Lake Blackshear, a several-thousand-acre lake with a full marina and boat and pontoon rentals. The Cypress Grill features lakefront and outdoor dining with live entertainment. Located onsite is the Veterans Memorial…
Helen, Georgia
Valhalla Resort Hotel is a small hotel in North Georgia's mountain town of Helen, which was modeled after a Bavarian village. This resort is home to an 18-hole, 6,500-yard golf course, Innsbruck Golf Club, opened in 1987 with affordable green fees. This all-suite hotel has 25 units ranging in size with larger villas that can sleep up to 8 guests.…
Helena, Georgia
Little Ocmulgee State Park is located in south Georgia to the west of Savannah. It has some of the most comprehensive lodging facilities of all the Georgia State Parks with golf courses. The main lodge has 60 guest rooms, while there are also 10 2-bedroom cabins as well as RV sites and campgrounds. Little Ocmulgee State Park has a 265-acre lake…
Villa Rica, Georgia
Fairfield Plantation Resort is a 2500-acre community 90 minutes from Atlanta in Villa Rica, Georgia. For stay-and-play guests, there are 50 condominiums and cottage units that can accommodate up to 8 guests. There are three outdoor pools plus a lakefront beach, and a Dockside Marina restaurant and bar for casual dining. In addition to the 18-hole…
Shellman Bluff, Georgia
Sapelo Hammock Golf Club is a semi-private golf club on the Georgia coast, about an hour's drive south of Savannah. The golf club and community has a small amount of guest accommodations onsite, highlighted by The Eagle's Nest, a two-bedroom unit located above the clubhouse and overlooks the Georgia marsh. There are additional two and…
Adairsville, Georgia
Barnsley Resort (formerly Barnsley Gardens) is a 3,000-acre estate located off I-75 one hour north of Atlanta and one hour's drive south of Chattanooga. The 18-hole golf course was designed by Jim Fazio and winds through undulating, wooded topography. The rural setting and landscaped grounds feature The Inn at Barnsley Resort, which features 90…
Young Harris, Georgia
Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa opened in 1995 and is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, about a two hour's drive from the Atlanta and Chattanooga markets. This resort property features accommodations updated in 2016 and include 102 guest rooms and suites and 8 four-bedroom private log cottages fully equipped. Brasstown Valley also opened horse…
Royston, Georgia
Victoria Bryant State Park in Georgia is home to the Highland Walk 18-hole golf course. This state park has one four-bedroom Bluebird cottage, as well as 27 tent, Trailer & RV campsites. The state park is located off I-85 east of Atlanta and in addition to the golf course and driving range has three playgrounds, boating, fishing, hiking and an…
St. Marys, Georgia
The Club at Osprey Cove in St. Marys, Georgia is a coastal private club community with limited guest access to those who stay in a handful of onsite suites that includes continental breakfast at the club. Stay and play packages are offered to non-members, who receive access to club amenities such as the 18-hole golf course, pool and fitness…
Clayton, Georgia
Kingwood Resort & Winery is a North Georgia resort community with its own winery and 18-hole golf course. Accommodations include a 48-room inn with guest rooms, plus 2 and 3-bedroom condominiums. Amenities include a winery with tasting room, spa, outdoor pool tennis courts and white water rafting. Kingswood Resort is near three Georgia state…
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SAVANNAH, GA | Enjoy 2 nights' accommodations at The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa and 2 rounds of golf at The Club at Savannah Harbor.
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BRASELTON, GA | Enjoy 3 nights' accommodations at Château Élan Winery & Resort (Inn at Château or Villas at Château) and 3 rounds of golf at Château Élan Golf Club - Château, Woodlands, & Executive Courses.
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ST SIMONS ISLAND, GA | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at Sea Palms Resort and 2 rounds of golf at Sea Palms Golf Club.
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