Bay Point Marriott Golf Club – An Overview

Ellie Cominos — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:12:25 +0000

It’s that time of year again – there are no crowds, the temperatures are cooling off, and being outside on a clear, sunny day is utterly fabulous. Fall in Panama City Beach really is perfect for getting out and indulging in your favorite activity, whether that be walking, biking, swimming, running or golfing. Golfers especially have good reason to dust off the clubs and head to the course. Panama City Beach is home to a huge variety of exceptional golf courses, each with its own character and challenges, and most located in glorious settings. Today we are looking at the golf courses of Bay Point – an exclusive community nestled on a 1,100 acre wildlife sanctuary and overlooking the sparkling waters of St. Andrew’s Bay.

Whether you are an avid golfer or just starting out, Bay Point is by far one of the best places to play golf in Panama City Beach. Bay Point features two of the most spectacular 18-hole courses along the Emerald Coast, plus a peaceful and serene atmosphere in which to play.

Boasting over 7,000 yards, the Nicklaus Course is the only Nicklaus Design golf course in Northwest Florida. Prior to being a Nicklaus course, this award winning course was known as Lagoon Legends, and was one of the most challenging courses in North America. In 2004, renovations began, and on September 17, 2005, the Nicklaus course was opened to wonderful reviews. The course has a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.3, and plays along the natural terrain of majestic scrub oaks, towering Florida pine trees, sandy-white waste areas and salt-water marshes. This is a challenging course – the layout features “illusionary” bunkers that are strategically placed to tempt golfers through a “risk/reward” scenario, plus uncharacteristic elevation changes that are unique to Northwest Florida. Look out for signature hole No. 5, offering panoramic views of Grand Lagoon and St. Andrews Bay.

The Meadows Course provides a classic country club atmosphere. Designed by Willard C. Byrd, the course opened in 1973 and was renovated in 2004 by Nicklaus design. The course stretches for a whopping 6,913 yards – testing even the best golfer’s distance. Stunning and well manicured, the course rating is 73.3 and it has a slope rating of 126. The Meadows also features occasionally tight fairways plus numerous bunkers and lakes, to provide an ever-changing set of challenges.

The Rates are as follows and are valid through December 31^st, 2009:

Meadows Golf Course – Morning Rate $69, Midday Rate $59

Nicklaus Golf Course – Morning Rate $109, Midday Rate $99

Reservations are subject to availability and may be made 30 days in advance. To book a tee time, call (850) 235 6950.

There are also many in-season and off-season specials throughout the year. Make sure to frequently visit the official website for the latest specials and promotions. Don’t forget to check out the Stay and Play packages, and combine your premium golf experience with a getaway at the award winning Marriott Bay Point Golf Resort & Spa.

Bay Point Resort Golf Club is located at 4701 Bay Point Road, Panama City Beach. For more details, call (850) 235 6950.

8 Reasons to Tee Off at Hombre Golf Club

Ellie Cominos — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:21:44 +0000

Hombre Golf Club has a great location and is convenient to all of Panama City Beach. The club is situated on Panama City Beach Parkway (Back Beach Road) just minutes from Pier Park and from most condos and hotels on Front Beach Road. Even those coming from Panama City Beach’s east side and Thomas Drive area will find themselves getting ready to take that first swing within 15 minutes.
Hombre is not only one of Florida’s premier championship courses, it is very unique. There are basically three courses: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Each course features 9 holes – The Bad and The Ugly are par 36, The Good Course, par 35. All three are actually playable in three 18 hole combinations: The Bad/The Ugly, The Ugly/The Good, and The Good/The Bad – and out of the 27 total holes at the club, 21 of those feature water, which makes for a challenging and scenic game.
The club has been part of Panama City Beach’s history since 1989, when there were just 18 holes. Hombre hosted its first PGA tour event in 1990, the Panama City Beach Classic. Designed by Wes Burnham, the inaugural round was played by a legendary foursome: Hubert Green, Hal Sutton, Donnie Hammond and Buddy Gardner. The final “Good” nine holes were added in February 2001, and the club has continued to be a favorite Panama City Beach attraction ever since.
The three courses that make up Hombre Golf Club are some of the most beautiful you will see anywhere. Meticulously manicured to PGA specifications throughout the year, Hombre is nestled amidst wetlands, marshes, lakes and preserves, and is beautifully framed with a stunning assortment of palms, pines and azaleas. One of the most picturesque holes is The Ugly’s #2, a 166-yard, par 3, which is a replica of hole #16 at Augusta National.
Hombre is the annual host of the PGA Tour Qualifying School, earning the Wes Burnham design a reputation for intimidation. Hombre challenges every aspect of your game, ensuring nearly every club in your bag is used. However, Hombre does have four sets of tees designed to bring the course to a playable level for golfers of all skill levels, so beginners need not worry! For those who still need a little practice, there’s a facility complete with driving range, chipping green with sand bunker and putting green.
The Hombre Golf Club is headquarters for the Academy at Hombre Golf Club which offers half day, 2 day, 3 day, and 5 day clinics. The Academy is located on the back of the driving range at Hombre Golf Club and features state of the art swing analysis equipment to take your game to a higher level! The academy has provided instruction to many of today’s PGA and LPGA Tour professionals including Hubert Green and many others.
Hombre Golf Club offers superb facilities both on and off the courses. The Hombre Golf Shop provides competitively priced equipment and apparel including brands such as Titleist, Adidas, Callaway, Ashworth, Tehama, Cutter & Buck and Under Armour. The Siesta Bar & Grill offers spectacular panoramic views over the golf course. Choose from delicious specialties such as the hearty “Hombre Omelet”, the “Bogey Burger” or the “Birdie on the Green”. Grab a “Tee Time Starter Sandwich” for when you are on the tee and hunger strikes! Whether you are playing on one of the picturesque golf courses, shopping, dining, or even just walking, you’ll find Hombre and all its natural beauty a very soothing place to be.
You can stay and play! Hombre Golf Course offers Panama City Beach golf packages so you can enjoy not only the fantastic golfing, but the exciting destination of Panama City Beach as well. Packages include luxurious accommodations with either gulf-front or golf course views, discounted golf, plus resort-style attention. The Golf Village at Hombre Golf Club is the perfect choice for your golf getaway, with furnished two bedroom, two bath villas, situated conveniently to all area attractions.

Hombre Golf Club is located at 120 Coyote Pass, Panama City Beach, 32407. Call (850) 234 3673 for rates and information.

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