Concord Country Club - New Hampshire

US New England Division Best in State Rankings 2016 Six States in the Northeast Region are re-ranked in our ninth and final US divisional update We conclude our biennial Best in State re-ranking exercise for the United States of America with new listings for courses in the New England division. This article, the ninth one to accompany our review of courses in the US, concentrates on the northeast states of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont. Our coverage of the US has increased significantly over the last four months, with almost every state featuring a newly expanded ranking list. For instance, in this new England division, we’ve added an extra sixty courses, up from the previous total of eighty-five. Nationwide, the total number of courses listed in our state charts has now reached 1,650, an increase of more than 40%. Massachusetts The top seven positions in our Bay State chart are all nationally ranked, which gives some indication of the high quality of courses found at the upper end of the state listings. Also, such is the architectural strength in depth within Massachusetts, we’ve decided to expand the number of courses that we feature for the state, adding a further twenty layouts to form a new Top 50. The top three spots in the state chart remain the same, which means the Clyde and Squirrel nines at The Country Club in Brookline holds onto the number one slot. One of five founder members of the American Golf Association (later named the USGA), the club is best known by many for hosting the US Open that Francis Ouimet famously won in 1913, though the notorious Ryder Cup matches in 1999 might be a little fresher in the minds of contemporary golfers. A couple of courses make noteworthy upward moves in the new standings: Essex County Club in Manchester (up two to number 4) is where Donald Ross rebuilt the 18-hole layout during his seven-year tenure as club professional in the 1920s and Eastward Ho! in Chatham (up five to number 5) is another fine Golden Age design from the same decade, one of only a handful of American courses designed by English architect Herbert Fowler. Another two Donald Ross designs make significant strides up the chart. The first of these is Hyannisport Club, a short Alex Findlay track re-designed by Ross in 1936 (rising six places to number 12) which was described last year by one reviewer as having “old New England charm, outstanding design variety, moving terrain [and] the best conditioned greens in the region.” The other high flying Ross course is Whitinsville in Blackstone Valley (up twelve spots to number 17), a track that many seasoned commentators regard as one of the finest 9-holers in the country. The three highest newcomers in our revised listings are all classic Golden Age designs from the 1920s: Tedesco Country Club (new at number 24) was laid out by Skip Wogan (former assistant pro under Donald Ross at Essex CC) with two contrasting nines, Plymouth Country Club (new at number 27) was built in two 9-hole stages by Donald Ross during the 1920s, and Dedham Country & Polo Club (new at number 29), where Seth Raynor redesigned the layout for a grateful membership during the same era. Rank/ Click this link to see full details of our 2016 Massachusetts Best in State rankings Connecticut We’ve doubled the number of courses in the Constitution State from fifteen to thirty. The top four places remain as they were when we last re-ranked, so Yale is still the state number 1, a position it has held since we first established our US state lists in 2012. A recent reviewer wrote in glowing terms about his visit to this classic Seth Raynor/C.B. Macdonald design: “you’re at a historic and special layout which has lasted almost 100 years… [where] the architects created a fabulous routing with outstanding template holes known all over the world.” Another two Golden Age courses rise two places up the Top 10. The first of these is Round Hill Club in Greenwich (at number 5), where long-term greenkeeper Emilio Strazzo assisted Walter Travis with the course construction in 1922. The other climber is Tamarack Country Club (at number 6), which Charles Banks built in 1929, fashioning his usual requisite quota of replica par three holes, including an Eden at the 3rd, a Redan at the 7th and a Short at the 15th. The highest new entry arrives at number 7 and it’s Woodway Country Club, a near 100 year-old Willie Park track that had a new par three 9th hole added (and the other holes re-sequenced) when the clubhouse was replaced in the late 1990s. Architect Mark Mungeam has consulted at the club in recent years, carrying out major restorations of both the bunkers and tee boxes. Click this link to see full details of our 2016 Connecticut Best in State rankings New Hampshire Having just added another ten New Hampshire courses, we now have a Top 20 for the Granite State, where a new number 1 heads the chart. The Golf Club of New England in Stratham is a new millennium Arnold Palmer course that’s generally regarded as one of The King’s stronger designs. Measuring more than 7,500 yards from the back tees and with a rating/slope of 77.0/149, there’s no denying this par 72 layout is a championship test for serious golfers. Also climbing one place to the runner-up position, the course at Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club is a rare American design from Englishman Clive Clark, where the former Walker Cup and Ryder Cup player set out the fairways of this White Mountain track across a beautiful canvas of wetlands and woodlands two miles to the east of Lake Winnipesaukee in 1990. The highest new entry in the updated New Hampshire table is Atkinson Resort & Country Club at number 9, a mid-1990s public access course from Phil Wogan that’s complemented by a fantastic practice facility and a super little 9-hole par three layout. One place behind at number 10, Concord Country Club is another newcomer on our chart which has been faithfully serving its members since 1930. Click this link to see full details of our 2016 New Hampshire Best in State rankings Maine The chart for the Pine Tree State has been expanded to a Top 15, with Portland Country Club fending off all comers to retain the number 1 position. The club was formed in 1895 but moved to its present coastal location twenty-five years later, engaging Donald Ross to lay out a relatively short, though thoroughly engaging, course overlooking the harbour and city of Portland. Three courses make upward moves in the new state listings: Belgrade Lakes Golf Club (up two to number 2) was Clive Clark’s first US design in the late 1990s, Woodlands Club (up two to number 6) is a late 1980s layout from George and Jim Fazio, and Ledges Golf Club (up one to number 8), which was architect Brad Booth’s first solo design in 1999. Click this link to see full details of our 2016 Maine Best in State rankings Rhode Island The course at Newport Country Club remains the top track in the Ocean State. It’s an important historical layout as it hosted both the first US Open and US Amateur in 1895, though it was subsequently redesigned by A. W. Tillinghast in 1924. A reviewer said this about it last year: “Yes, there are ocean views. Yes, there’s a links feel… augmented by the fact there’s no fairway irrigation. Yes, there are some fine holes… and yes, the clubhouse is one of the world’s finest.” Donald Ross’s 1914 design at Wannamoisett Country Club drops down one spot, swapping places with Shelter Harbor, which rises one place to the runner-up position. A modern layout designed by Dr Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry, Shelter Harbor’s most widely acclaimed feature is the bunker work carried out by Jeff Bradley, who constructed similar sand traps for Coore and Crenshaw at places like Friar’s Head and Bandon Trails. Two of the five new entries on the state chart make their mark within the Top 10 and they’re both located on the shores of Narragansett Bay, having been constructed within two years of each other in the 1920s. At number 8, the course at Warwick Country Club is a delightful Donald Ross layout with a commendable caddie program firmly in place for the members and at number 9, Seth Raynor’s 18-hole design at Wanumetonomy Golf & Country Club – where most of the original greens are still in play – is still basking in the glory of a new millennium makeover from Ron Pritchard, when he added new tees and fairway bunkers. Click this link to see full details of our 2016 Rhode Island Best in State rankings Vermont The charming old layout at Ekwanok Country Club sits at the top of the Green Mountain State listings. A Walter Travis layout which was constructed in collaboration with Scottish professional John Dunn at the start of the last century, it’s a course that has benefited from a 1960s upgrade by Geoff Cornish and from work carried out in more recent times by Bruce Hepner when he was working with Renaissance Design. Making a sizable leap up the new chart (soaring four places to number 5), the course at Vermont National Country Club is a Jack Nicklaus/Jack Jnr co-design that first opened for play in 1998. Almost twenty years after it made its debut, it’s still Nicklaus Design’s only project within the state. A little further down the listings, the Robert Trent Jones Snr design at Sugarbush Resort Golf Club is the highest new entry at number 10. Something of a trendsetting layout in its day, it provoked other ski resort operators in the state into building courses that would bring in visitors during the skiing off season. Click this link to see full details of our 2016 Vermont Best in State rankings As ever, we welcome your comments – both good and bad – when we conduct these re-ranking exercises so let us know what you think about our six revised US Best in State charts. Whether you feel we’ve got things just about right or maybe you’ve noticed a glaring error or two, please click the “Respond to this article” link at the top or at the bottom of this page to let us know your views. Jim McCann Editor Top 100 Golf Courses

You don't need a four-figure budget, a private-club connection or an invitation from a member to play a course in the World Top 100. Top100 has collated the 10 cheapest visitor-accessible courses on our current World Top 100 Ranking, based on standard green fees. From a world-class links in Tasmania to a U.S. Open and Ryder Cup venue in New York, these courses offer the chance to play some of the best golf on the planet without the eye-watering green fees attached to many of their World Top 100 counterparts. 1. St Andrews Beach Golf Course (Victoria, Australia) World Ranking: 89th | Australia ranking: 6th | Green fee: A$139 (£74) Tom Doak’s first Australian mainland design, St Andrews Beach opened in 2004 on the Mornington Peninsula and has since become one of the country’s best-value, ranked courses. The public-access layout occupies 175 hectares of former grazing land, with wide fairways, rolling terrain and sandy natural contours that give several holes a links-like feel. Measuring just over 6,000 metres from the back tees, it is playable for a broad range of golfers, though the subtle greens ensure there is still plenty to think about. In a region known for outstanding golf, St Andrews Beach stands out not only for its quality but also for its accessibility, offering everyday golfers the chance to experience a Tom Doak design without the premium price tag often attached to courses of this calibre. 2. Bethpage Black (New York, USA) World Ranking: 58th | USA ranking: 28th | Green fee: From US$140 (£106) Bethpage Black has the rare distinction of being a World Top 100 course, a major championship venue and a public golf course. Located within Bethpage State Park on Long Island, the A.W. Tillinghast design opened in 1936 and has since hosted two U.S. Opens and the 2025 Ryder Cup. The Black is renowned for its difficulty, with narrow fairways, deep rough, large sculpted bunkers and elevated greens making accuracy essential. It is a demanding test, but one that remains remarkably accessible to everyday golfers. That combination of championship pedigree and public access is what makes Bethpage Black so unusual. Few golfers get the chance to play a course of this stature without needing a private-club connection or resort stay. 3. Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club (Wellington, New Zealand) World Ranking: 91st | New Zealand ranking: 2nd | Green fee: NZ$275 (£118) Set on the Kapiti Coast, north of New Zealand's capital city Wellington, Paraparaumu Beach has been one of the country’s most celebrated golf courses since Alex Russell designed it in 1949. The links has hosted 12 New Zealand Opens and has long been regarded as one of the country’s finest layouts. It is a relatively short course by modern championship standards, but the coastal wind, firm fairways, deep bunkers and undulating greens provide plenty of challenge. The split-fairway 17th is a particular highlight, forcing golfers to choose between two very different routes to the green. For international golfers, Paraparaumu offers the chance to experience a genuine piece of New Zealand golfing history without needing access to a private resort. 4. Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course (Alberta, Canada) World Ranking: 73rd | Canada ranking: 2nd | Green fee: C$280 (£149) Set among the Canadian Rockies in Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is one of Stanley Thompson’s most celebrated designs. Opened in 1925, the course winds through the valley beside Lake Beauvert, with snow-capped peaks providing a backdrop to almost every hole. The course combines wide fairways, elevated tees and strategically placed bunkers with the natural contours of the landscape. Thompson’s design rewards thoughtful play rather than simply demanding power, making it a course that can be enjoyed by golfers of different abilities. The result is a rare combination of classic golf and Canadian wilderness, with the surrounding mountains and forest making the journey between shots almost as memorable as the golf itself. 5. Barnbougle - The Dunes Course (Tasmania, Australia) World Ranking: 25th | Australia ranking: 3rd | Green fee: A$285 (£151) Barnbougle Dunes is about as close as Australia gets to a traditional seaside links. Set on Tasmania’s northeast coast, the course was designed by Tom Doak and Australian Mike Clayton and opened in 2004, establishing Barnbougle as one of the country’s premier golf destinations. The layout runs through towering coastal dunes, with wide fairways, natural contours and greens that follow the movement of the land. The wind is an ever-present factor, while the strategic design rewards golfers who think their way around the course rather than simply relying on power. For golfers seeking a genuine links experience outside the British Isles, Barnbougle Dunes is about as compelling as it gets, combining world-class golf with the rugged coastline of Tasmania. 6. Cape Wickham Golf Links (Tasmania, Australia) World Ranking: 47th | Australia ranking: 4th | Green fee: A$315 (£167) Cape Wickham occupies a spectacular stretch of coastline on King Island, sitting in Bass Strait between Tasmania and mainland Australia. Designed by American architect Mike DeVries, the links opened in 2015 and quickly established itself as one of the country's standout modern courses. The course makes the most of its remote coastal setting, with the opening five holes winding around Cape Farewell before the layout moves through sand hills and limestone outcrops. Several holes hug the shoreline, while the closing stretch heads towards the imposing Cape Wickham Lighthouse. The 18th provides a fitting finale, with the fairway doglegging around a sandy bay before reaching the home green, making Cape Wickham a memorable links experience from start to finish. 7. St Enodoc Golf Club - Church Course (Cornwall, England) World Ranking: 49th | England ranking: 4th | Green fee: £175 Set among towering dunes overlooking the Camel Estuary in Cornwall, St Enodoc’s Church Course is one of James Braid’s most distinctive designs. Founded in 1891, the course was transformed by Braid in the early 20th century and remains a spectacularly natural links. It is a relatively short par 69 at 6,010 metres, but its undulating fairways, dramatic elevation changes and formidable dunes create a test that demands imagination. The famous 6th is the standout, with the enormous Himalaya dune obscuring the green and making club selection particularly difficult. The course also has an unusual piece of history, with the 13th hole running alongside the churchyard where poet laureate John Betjeman is buried. 8. South Cape Owners Club (Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea) World Ranking: 63rd | South Korea ranking: 2nd | Green fee: From KRW 350,000 (£195) Set on Namhae Island off the southeast coast of South Korea, South Cape Owners Club is a dramatic Kyle Phillips design where the ocean is visible from all 18 holes. The course opened in 2013 as part of a luxury resort development and has quickly established itself among Asia's most striking modern layouts. The course is framed by granite outcrops, coastal cliffs and rolling terrain, with bluegrass fairways contrasting against fine fescue rough. The standout stretch comes from the 11th onwards, culminating in two spectacular waterside par threes at the 14th and 16th. For golfers willing to make the journey to Namhae Island, South Cape offers a rare combination of world-class golf, dramatic coastal scenery and a luxury resort experience. 9. Utrecht De Pan Golf Club (Utrecht, Netherlands) World Ranking: 56th | Netherlands ranking: 1st | Green fee: From €235 (£198) Dating back to 1894, Utrecht De Pan is the second-oldest golf club in the Netherlands, with Harry Colt designing the current course in 1929. Set in secluded woodland near Utrecht, the layout is a classic heathland course, winding through pine, birch, oak and chestnut trees. De Pan has hosted the Dutch Open three times and is built around strategic rather than power golf. Several of its most memorable holes play over valleys of heather and sand, while the sixth and seventh demand particularly thoughtful tee shots and approaches. Recent restoration work by Frank Pont has helped return the course towards Colt’s original design, making De Pan a fascinating example of Golden Age heathland golf in the Netherlands. 10. Cruden Bay Golf Club - Championship Course (Aberdeenshire, Scotland) World Ranking: 70th | Scotland ranking: 10th | Green fee: From £205 Cruden Bay is one of Scotland’s most distinctive links, winding through towering dunes on the Aberdeenshire coast with the North Sea providing a constant backdrop. The course opened in 1899 after being laid out by Old Tom Morris and Archie Simpson, before Tom Simpson and Herbert Fowler remodelled it in 1926. Cruden Bay makes spectacular use of its natural terrain, with elevated tees, blind drives, punchbowl greens and fairways that rise and fall between the dunes. The 193-yard 4th, played from an elevated tee across a deep hollow, is one of several standout holes. There is plenty of character, too, from driveable par fours and back-to-back par threes to the feeling that every hole reveals something different. It is exactly the sort of course that rewards golfers willing to embrace its quirks. Green fees are based on standard 18-hole visitor rates, using international visitor rates where applicable. All prices are peak-season rates and do not take twilight, off-season or promotional rates into account. Prices are correct at the time of writing and are subject to change.

Florida is one of the world's great golf destinations, but its reputation for championship courses and high-end resorts can make it seem like a difficult place for beginners to start. It doesn't have to be. Across the state, you'll find short municipal layouts, forgiving designs, affordable daily-fee courses and practice facilities that make it easier to learn the game without being overwhelmed. Some offer a gentle introduction to 18 holes, while others provide a chance to experience famous golf venues from more manageable tees. We've picked some of the best options for beginners, looking at factors including length, difficulty, green fees, accessibility and the overall experience. Whether you're playing your first full round or simply looking for a Florida course where you can enjoy the game without needing a low handicap, these are the courses worth putting on your list. The Park West Palm Why play it: Golf for everyone, with plenty of ways to learn and practice Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ Price: From $95 Best for: Beginners looking to learn and improve The Park is a particularly good introduction to golf for beginners because it offers plenty of ways to learn the game before committing to 18 holes. Alongside the full-length course is a Toptracer driving range, putting course and the Lit 9, a nine-hole par-three layout that can be played with little more than a wedge and putter. The 18-hole course itself was completely rebuilt by Hanse Golf Course Design, replacing Dick Wilson's original 1947 West Palm Beach layout with a new routing. The real appeal, however, is the club's approach to growing the game. Green fees for juniors registered as West Palm Beach city residents are just $20, while carts are not permitted before noon and caddies are actively encouraged. The Lit 9 costs $30 for adults and is free for children aged 12 and under, providing an inexpensive way to get on the course without tackling 18 holes. The Park has even hosted The Match IX, but despite welcoming stars such as Rory McIlroy, Max Homa, Lexi Thompson and Rose Zhang, its focus remains firmly on making golf accessible to everyone. Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club Why play it: A links-inspired layout where everything is laid out in front of you Length: 6,220 yards - Par 72 Difficulty: ★★★☆☆ Price: From $49 Best for: Beginners ready for a full-length challenge Southern Dunes offers a gentler introduction to championship-style golf than its 7,227-yard black-tee length might suggest. Designed by Steve Smyers in 1993, the course uses a sandy, undulating site and extensive mounding to create a links-like feel, with huge traditional bunkers, wispy waste areas and occasional water hazards shaping the holes. There are five sets of tees, with the shortest full course measuring 5,633 yards, giving beginners the option to leave the driver in the bag and play a manageable yardage. The appeal is that there are few surprises around Southern Dunes. The fairways, hazards and greens are generally laid out in front of you, allowing beginners to see the challenge and plot their way around rather than having to guess what lies ahead. The large, fast greens and rolling fairways still demand good putting and accuracy, but choose the right tees and Southern Dunes becomes a fair test rather than an intimidating one. Located in Haines City, just south of Orlando, it also offers an unusual taste of links-style golf in Central Florida. Orange County National – Panther Lake Course Why play it: A huge golf facility where beginners can build confidence before tackling 18 holes Length: 6,002 yards - Par 72 Difficulty: ★★★☆☆ Price: From $75 Best for: Beginners who want a full golf experience Orange County National is built around golf, with 45 holes, a 42-acre circular driving range, a 36-hole putting course and the nine-hole Tooth course all on the same sprawling property. For beginners, that means there are plenty of ways to practice before taking on Panther Lake, whether that means working on the range, spending time on the putting course or starting with nine holes. Panther Lake itself opened in 1997 and was designed by Phil Ritson, Isao Aoki and David Harman, with the rolling site providing some of the elevation change that is unusual for Florida. At more than 7,400 yards from the tips, Panther Lake is certainly not short, but the multiple tee options allow beginners to choose a yardage suited to their game. The course is set across more than 900 acres with no surrounding housing, creating a remarkably open and peaceful setting despite being a short drive from Orlando. With its extensive practice facilities and two championship courses, Orange County National gives beginners plenty of room to practise before working their way up to Panther Lake. Juliette Falls Golf Course Why play it: A scenic, strategic course with plenty of tee options Length: 6,269 yards - Par 72 Difficulty: ★★★☆☆ Price: From $70 Best for: Beginners ready to step up to a full-length course Juliette Falls proves that beginner-friendly golf doesn't have to mean giving up on scenery or ambition. John Sanford's 2007 design stretches to more than 7,200 yards from the back tees, but five sets of tees allow newer golfers to choose a more manageable distance. The layout winds through mature oak trees and the former phosphate-mining site, with generous corridors and clear angles of play making it possible to see the strategy of each hole before deciding how aggressively to play it. The course becomes particularly dramatic from the sixth hole, where the par five requires a tee shot over Reflection Lake, followed by the tropical landscaping and waterfall at the par-three seventh. Water is a recurring feature, but the hazards are generally visible rather than hidden, rewarding beginners who take the sensible route rather than chasing distance. With its rolling terrain, mature trees and four waterfalls, Juliette Falls offers a more substantial challenge while remaining accessible to golfers who choose the right tees. North Palm Beach Country Club Why play it: A forgiving Nicklaus design with plenty of room off the tee Length: 5,932 yards - Par 71 Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ Price: From $60 Best for: Beginners who want a forgiving 18-hole course North Palm Beach Country Club is a good option for beginners who want to play a proper 18-hole course without being punished for every wayward drive. Redesigned by Jack Nicklaus in 2006, the course measures just under 7,100 yards from the back tees, but Nicklaus specifically designed it to be user-friendly from the member and senior tees. The first 180 to 200 yards from those tees are particularly wide, giving newer golfers plenty of room to find the fairway and build confidence off the tee. The course sits on a sandy site of less than 125 acres, with several lakes adding strategy without overwhelming the layout. Nicklaus also described the greens as having plenty of movement, giving beginners a chance to work on their short game as they progress. There is some history here, too: the original course dates to the late 1920s and was one of the final designs by Seth Raynor before Nicklaus gave the layout a new lease of life. In 2006, it became only the second Nicklaus Signature municipal course in the USA. Dye’s Valley at TPC Sawgrass Why play it: A chance to experience TPC Sawgrass without taking on the Stadium Course Length: 6,079 yards - Par 72 Difficulty: ★★★☆☆ Price: From $350 Best for: Beginners ready for a taste of championship golf Dye’s Valley offers beginners a chance to experience the TPC Sawgrass setting without immediately throwing them into the deep end of the Stadium Course. Designed by Pete Dye with Bobby Weed and player consultant Jerry Pate, the course stretches to around 6,850 yards but is less demanding from the forward tees. Water remains a major part of the challenge, lining many holes, although there are fewer forced carries than on its famous neighbour. The course opened in 1987, five years after Pate won The Players Championship and famously celebrated by dunking Dye in a nearby lake. There is still plenty of Dye’s trademark strategy here, with water, bunkering and demanding greens requiring golfers to think their way around the course. For beginners, however, the shorter length and variety of tee options make Dye’s Valley a more approachable way to experience one of American golf’s best-known venues. Winter Park Pines Golf Club Why play it: A short, affordable 18-hole course where beginners can leave the driver in the bag Length: 5,107 yards - Par 70 Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ Price: From $45 Best for: Beginners looking for an affordable full round Winter Park Pines is a reminder that beginners don't need 7,000 yards to get a proper 18-hole golf experience. The Lloyd Clifton-designed course opened in 1968 and measures just 5,354 yards from the back tees, with forward tees bringing it down to 4,336 yards. The layout features five par threes and three par fives, while the relatively short par fours give newer golfers plenty of opportunities to reach the greens without relying on their longest clubs. Water is a recurring feature, including a creek that runs through the property, so there are still hazards to negotiate despite the modest yardage. But the course is designed to provide a test for both novices and more experienced golfers, with a driving range and practice greens available before the round. Best of all, non-resident green fees start at just $45 on weekdays during the summer, making Winter Park Pines one of the more affordable ways to play 18 holes in the Orlando area. Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course Why play it: A spectacular 18-hole introduction to golf with every hole within reach Length: 2,572 yards - Par 54 Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ Price: From $35 Best for: Beginners who want to learn the game without a full-length course Palm Beach Par 3 strips golf back to its essentials, with 18 holes ranging from just 81 to 211 yards. Set between the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway, the course gives beginners a chance to experience a full round without needing the distance or consistency required on a traditional par 72. Each hole has three sets of tees, while water hazards and sand bunkers provide plenty of challenges without turning every missed shot into a lost ball. The course dates back to 1961, when it was designed by Dick Wilson and his apprentice Joe Lee, before being completely redesigned by Hall of Famer Raymond Floyd in 2009. Alongside the ocean views, golfers have access to a full-length driving range, putting green and practice bunker, making it possible to work on the basics before taking on the course. For beginners, it is an affordable and unusually scenic way to get 18 holes under the belt.