Willbrook Plantation Golf Club

Overview

Fifteen holes over water — on land granted by King Charles II.

18 Holes

72 Par

6,750 Yards Blue tees

140 Slope Rating 72.8

Maples himself called Willbrook one of his best designs, a self-assessment backed by its appearance on Golf Channel and Nature Scene TV as well as its place on the Hammock Coast Golf Trail. The course plays at a slope of 131, making it genuinely approachable for a wide range of players, but the water on 15 holes ensures that no round unfolds without consequence.

The plantation-era landscape is preserved throughout — ancient oaks, tidal marsh corridors, and rice field remnants give the course a sense of layered time that more modern designs can only approximate. For golfers who want a beautiful Lowcountry experience on land with genuine historical depth, Willbrook Plantation delivers something no other course on the Hammock Coast quite matches.

Golf Digest 4.5 Stars Places to Play 2006

Golf For Women Top 50 Best Courses in America 2004

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426 Willbrook Drive, Pawleys Island, SC 29585

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(800) 882-3420

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Before You Play

At Willbrook Plantation Golf Club

Caddie's Notes

4 things worth knowing before your round — from tee selection to where to eat when you're done.

Course Character & Design

Dan Maples designed Willbrook on land originally granted by King Charles II in the 1700s, and the course wears that history as naturally as the massive live oaks draped in Spanish moss that frame every hole. Known as one of the area's most scenic and tranquil rounds, Willbrook is the antidote to Myrtle Beach's flashier resort designs, it's a course that asks you to slow down and notice where you are.

Signature Holes

Water features on 15 of 18 holes, but Willbrook's design philosophy uses water as framing rather than forced carry, hazards border holes from a distance rather than sitting directly in the line of play, making the course more forgiving than its omnipresent water count suggests. Historical markers throughout the property add a layer of storytelling to the walk that most golf courses can't offer.

Course Conditions

Champion Bermuda greens are well-maintained as part of the Founders Group International portfolio that includes TPC Myrtle Beach and Grande Dunes. The mature tree canopy of 300-year-old oaks provides natural shade that helps turf quality, and the course is known for holding up well in the heat of the Myrtle Beach summer season.

Before You Play

The putting green is on the far side of the clubhouse near the first tee, and the range is accessed via a separate path, allow a few extra minutes to orient yourself on arrival. At around $125 per round, Willbrook is one of the best-value scenic rounds on the South Strand. This is an ideal choice for golfers who want a relaxed, unhurried experience with genuine historical atmosphere rather than a resort-style showcase.

Course Details

The Essentials

Designer Dan Maples

Opened 1988

Access Public / resort

Course Type Lowcountry / Plantation / Wetlands

Walking Cart only

Caddies Not available

Greens Champion Bermuda

Fairways Bermuda

Short Game Area Yes

Driving Range Driving range (noted as 'fairly small but accommodating'; separate from clubhouse — short walk/ride; passes chipping green)

Club Rental Available

GPS Carts No

Golf Trail Hammock Coast Golf Trail / Myrtle Beach Golf Trail

Instruction Not available

Dining Clubhouse restaurant / 19th hole (on-site)

Lodging None

Green Fees $100 – $160

Best Months October-May

Peak Season March-May

Nearest Airport MYR · 30 min

Notable Features

Dan Maples design on land once granted by King Charles II in the 1700s — one of the most historically rich settings in Myrtle Beach golf. Massive live oaks draped in Spanish moss frame the layout throughout. Fifteen of 18 holes feature water, but most water elements frame holes from a distance rather than as forced carries. Historical markers throughout the course detail the plantation's storied past. Known as one of the area's most scenic and tranquil rounds. Part of Founders Group International's 20+ course portfolio (also includes TPC Myrtle Beach, Grande Dunes, True Blue, Caledonia, etc.). Putting green on far side of clubhouse near first tee; range accessed via separate path.

Tee Information

Scorecard

Tee	Gender	Par	Yardage	Rating	Slope
Blue	M	72	6,750	72.8	140
White	M	72	6,376	70.8	139
Gold	M	72	5,734	68.2	124
Red	M	72	5,012	65	112

◆ Ratings and yardages are approximate and may vary by season. Verify with the pro shop before your round.

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