Thistle

Public Golf Course Review

Golf Course Name: Thistle
Golf Course Site: Thistle
City: Calabash
State: North Carolina
Country: United States

Design/Layout/Look Rating: 9
Challenge and Playability Rating: 9
Facility Condition Rating: 9
Customer Service Rating: 9
Value of the Course Rating: 9
Overall Rating: 9

Fees and Costs associated with this course:
Rate varies by time of year, mid summer is $80 AM and $70 PM.

History of the golfer who played this course:
single digit handicap, driving and short game best parts of game. Playing 20+ years

Specific likes about this course:
One great thing is that they only do 12 minute tee times which both limits the number of players on the course and increases the pace of play, and it keeps the course in better shape. The course is very pristine and in super shape. Everyone from the starters to the clubhouse staff was super nice. Challenging course with 5 sets of tees to suit your game. Seemed like it was very woman friendly too, at least it was for the lady in our group. Carts are nice. Cost includes a detailed yardage book of the layout. Course has 3 nine hole courses which also helps over-crowding.

Dislikes about this course:
Well, pristine has it's drawbacks. Nothing major to complain about but there were workers on the course on a lot of holes. So you usually had a gallery. Not a big deal but for some that's a bother.

Is this course worth the fees?
We got to play for free by knowing someone who knew someone. But even having to pay, I think this is a course worth playing. Great condition, great challenge and 12 minute tee times make this an enjoyable round.

19th Hole: What extra amenities did this course offer?
They are putting the finishing touches on a new clubhouse, grill and bar. Great food though the prices are a little higher than some. $2.50 for a bottled soda. But the food was very good. Burgers, BBQ and fries excellent. Beverages cold and courteous services

Summary and opinions of this golf course:
Very nice course. Challenging but fair and usually in excellent shape. Definitely a course you should play if you have a chance




Author: Scott Rushing - srushing
Date sumitted: 0000-00-00
Date this course was played: 2008-07-29
Type of Course: Public Golf Course
Golf Course Site: http://www.thistlegolf.com