The Garden City & Surfside Beach communities have something for everyone. Our reputation as “The Family Beach” draws people from every walk of life. But no matter where you come from, you can find a little peace-of-mind here.

Today, we’re helping all the dads out there fin some of that elusive peace-of-mind. How? By giving you our top picks of the many great golf experiences in the Garden City & Surfside Beach areas.

Midway Par-3 (East Course)

Located just off 29th Ave. S in Myrtle Beach, this simple, fun course has been a popular favorite since 1974. With green fees generally around $20 (or less), this is a no-brainer for the novice looking for a “quick 9 holes” of golf. Most holes are 110yds or less, and the course is even lit at night. Midway Par-3 is just steps away from the pier, as well as the Myrtle Beach State Park. Perfect for an afternoon of play, for less than the cost of a movie & a bucket of popcorn!

Tupelo Bay Golf Complex

Ok. This is easily one of the most fun places to visit when you’re in the Garden City & Surfside Beach area. Adults play for only $18, and will find this quick par-3 quite enjoyable. Open pretty late (and lit at night, of course), Tupelo Bay defines “fun for the whole family”. They even have frisbee golf! If you haven’t played, do yourself a favor and try it out. There are golf schools available ~ perfect for junior to work on his game while you work on yours! Tupelo Bay also features a driving range & mini-putt course. You’re only minutes from almost any of Beach Realty’s Garden City vacation rentals, and there’s plenty of great dining in the area as well.

Indigo Creek

Located in Murrells Inlet, Indigo Creek is a short, fun course that will challenge you in all the right ways. Just 10 minutes south of Garden City & Surfside Beach, the all-Bermuda grass course is known for it’s “tricked-out” holes. Work on your short game, pitching & hazard-avoiding for around $50 per round. Their one-day golf school has consistently won awards, and the beautiful surroundings will bring you back time-and-again!
Golf Digest’s 1998 Places to Play gives Indigo Creek 3 Stars.

TPC Myrtle Beach

This Tom Fazio-designed course is located in Murrells Inlet, and is a must-play. You’ll get the feel of a real tour course at TPC Myrtle Beach. In fact, it has hosted the PGA Senior Tour Championship. Golf Digest has given it the coveted 5-star rating, making it the only such course on the Grand Strand to receive such an honor. Rates vary from around $58 to $97, making it a great value for such a prestigious course. You’ll love the layout, too. Clubhouse attendant Will O’Brien remarks, “There aren’t that many homes at all, which is really rare in golf today. Most of the time you’re in nature. It’s not your typical setting of houses being almost on top of the greens.”[1] Even better, you’re only minutes away from Murrells Inlet’s many great restaurants, State Parks & Gardens.

Prestwick Country Club

Saving one of the best for last, we must recommend Prestwick Country Club for several reasons. Featuring one of the nicest layouts on the South Strand, Prestwick could easily be considered a “Top 10” course. Though a little more pricey (avg. green fee is around $110), you’ll know where that money goes. The rare Love Grass fairways will give you a taste of Scotland. The signature #5 hole (195yds, par-3) is a rewarding challenge as well. Beach Realty features several fantastic Garden City vacation rentals within 5 minutes of this incredible course!

Part of what draws families to the Garden City & Surfside Beach areas each year is the communities’ layout. The close proximity of vacation rentals to attractions, dining, shopping & activities make planning great vacations here a cinch.

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Tags: Golf, Vacation Home Rentals, Vacationing

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