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3.1
183 Reviews (183)
5 Stars
30
4 Stars
79
3 Stars
35
2 Stars
23
1 Stars
16
Conditions
2.8
Value
3.5
Layout
3.6
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
4.0
Amenities
2.6
60.4%
Recommend this course
137 out of 183 reviews
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Average Rating
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3.4
7 Reviews (7)
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
2.9
Value
4.0
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.0
Amenities
2.8
StaffFriendliness
4.1
71.4%
Recommend this course
5 out of 7 reviews
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2.9
25 Reviews (25)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
3
Conditions
2.6
Value
3.3
Layout
3.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
2.5
StaffFriendliness
4.0
52.0%
Recommend this course
13 out of 25 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6190 yards
Slope 128
Rating 70.3

Formerly known as Oak Ridge Country Club and Heddles Hideaway Country Club.

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Course Details

Year Built 1979
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect George Cobb (1979)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Reviews

3.1
183 Reviews (183)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 9
Water Hazards 7
Narrow Fairways 6
This course/club is great for:
Locals 9
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 6
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 6

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Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart

Course has great bones, just needs some more TLC

I can tell this place has had some improvements and effort put into it recently. With a continuation of this effort, the layout can really shine more. Definitely will be back as conditions improve in the spring

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Challenging and unique to the area

Much like many, I saw reviews and didn’t expect much especially the time of year it is. What I found was a very peaceful almost mountain feel of a course. Carts were new and had monitors, very nice. The course has constant elevation changes and that can present new challenges if you’re used to flat courses. Greens were very inconsistent speed wise. Some were smooth while a couple would bounce a bit.. But for the value I didn’t mind. Two greens that I can recall had bad spots but were minor and avoidable. Fairways were bare in spots but again, given the rain we’ve had and time of year, I expect as much. Pace of play was great even though it was cart path only. Layout keeps you engaged and punishes you for missing fairways. Follow the suggestions on the card and you’ll be fine. Accuracy off the tee is a must.

For the money it’s a course to play at least once to experience the layout. If the greens improve it would be a must play for the area.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Getting better

This course has been really bad last few times I played a couple years ago. But under new management seems to be coming along. I would play again and excited to see what’s to come because i like the layout of course

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/10/2023

Hi, u314161255206. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Palmetto Hills Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

OK for locals

Fairways conditions were poorr. Most Greens were OK. Coarse needs maintenance.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/10/2023

Hi, u314161273428. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Your feedback helps us do better. Thank you for visiting Palmetto Hills Golf Club. We hope you'll give us another try in the future.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Bad day coming here

Not enough golf carts there to keep a correct tee time or go to that driving range.the cart we had brake lock so we used a rock under tire alot, leaf spinges bad making cart bottom out, steering was bad. Course is getting bad after playing here for 18 years this is the worsti have ever seen it. Letting 2 players play with on golf bag on a holiday, slow players and we done 9 and got to 10 it was so bad packed up one of our player's dropped out and went home . we jumped to #11, good choice to was no one in front of the group trying to get the ball over the lake. I won't be back till cart s are better and more of them, and a ranger to keep golfers pace.My view All courses need improvement but this one's is bad. Makes for a bad golf day.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Waisted a good golf day

Not enough golf carts there to keep a correct tee time or go to that driving range.the cart we had brake lock so we used a rock under tire alot, leaf spinges bad making cart bottom out, steering was bad. Course is getting bad after playing here for 18 years this is the worsti have ever seen it. Letting 2 players play with on golf bag on a holiday, slow players and we done 9 and got to 10 it was so bad packed up one of our player's dropped out and went home . we jumped to #11, good choice to was no one in front of the group trying to get the ball over the lake. I won't be back till cart s are better and more of them, and a ranger to keep golfers pace.My view All courses need improvement but this one's is bad. Makes for a bad golf day.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 09/13/2023

We apologize for the negative experience you had during your visit to our course. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention and we will address them to ensure a better experience for all golfers. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 09/05/2023

Hello, u314161491823. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 2-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit.

We take customer feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind.

Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Greens were inconsistent and several were in bad repair

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 08/29/2023

Hi, u314160015321! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Palmetto Hills Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Reliable

I’ve played this course multiple times and I always have a good time. I consider this my home course as the prices are always great and the pace of play is amazing as the course isn’t that popular. The course has a beautiful layout for being pretty much in the middle of nowhere on the edge of Spartanburg. The uphill fairways offer a challenge that I find fun while improving every time I play. The only issue is the greens can be a little rough with recent punches and bald patches, but management seems to be trying to make improvements as of late. Overall, I love this course and will continue to return.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/15/2023

Thank you for your review, landont16. We will pass along your positive experience to our team at Palmetto Hills Golf Club. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Much better than before!

I left a bad review here about 6 months ago. I’m currently playing as I write this review. The golf course looks at least five times better than I’ve ever seen it before. The fairways are cut and full, tee boxes look fairly well, and the greens are rolling nicely. There is a few bald spots here and there, but for the most part, the golf course is in good shape. I will be back.

Don’t let that green keeper go! As a matter of fact give him a raise. It’s obvious he takes pride in his work!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/18/2023

Hi, armystanfield90. We appreciate you leaving a review and rating us. We will inform the entire team, so they know their hard work is paying off. We look forward to having you back at Palmetto Hills Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/22/2023

Hi, jeremy85. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Palmetto Hills Golf Club. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Golfnow did not notify me of them punching the greens!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 06/08/2023

We apologize for any inconvenience caused regarding the greens. We will look into this matter and take appropriate action to ensure this doesn't happen in the future. Thank you for your feedback.

Played On
Reviews 42
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Lots of potential

Really need to hire a greens keeper. Fairways in rough shape. The course could be great but needs a lot of work. Weeds in the fairways, tee boxes beat up, and cart paths need work. Used to be one of my favorite courses.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 06/22/2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We apologize for the condition of the course and are actively working to improve its overall quality. Your feedback is valuable to us in maintaining our commitment to providing a great golfing experience.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/18/2023

Hello u728374837. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Palmetto Hills Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

On going renovations

This was our first trip back to Palmetto for two years, as well were very disappointed with the condition of the course. Conditions have improved but still below expectations. Will not go back again umtil late thia season or next season.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 05/18/2023

Hi Cush72
We set a high standard for ourselves, and we're so sorry to hear this was not met in your interaction with our business. Please give us a call at (864) 582-7579 to determine how we can provide you with a solution.

Played On
Reviews 42
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Value course

Great price. The course could use some work overall.. Overall the tee boxes, fairways, and greens are in pretty rough shape. I’ve always supported the course but needs an overhaul to keep people coming back.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 04/07/2023

Hi, dloyd2020! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Palmetto Hills Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 179
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Top 50 Contributor
First Time Playing

Not great

Hadn’t gotten to play in a while. Sun came out on a Saturday and I started looking for a last minute round. Not a lot available on Saturdays so I went with this place bc they had plenty of times available. Based on this and previous reviews my expectations weren’t very high. And the course just about met my expectations. It’s not in very good shape. A lot of weeds everywhere. Greens with a lot of Poa in them. Slow and bumpy in spots. The layout is actually pretty interesting. Very hilly and a lot of elevation changes. But it’s in such rough shape right now. It needs alot of work in order to be in good shape. And they are doing some work. Bc there was heavy machinery sitting in the middle of the 17th fairway. I probably won’t go back unless in the same boat where I’m looking for a cheaper last minute round at a busy time.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 03/27/2023

Hello, realasudxgift. Thank you for taking the time to review and leave your feedback on your recent round with us. It is always our utmost goal to provide our golfers with a fun and enjoyable time and we apologize if we missed the mark. Please feel free to reach out to our staff in the pro shop with any additional concerns. Thanks for choosing Palmetto Hills Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Needs Work

Course needs some work. Fairways are patchy and made up more of clumps of grass on a lot of holes rather than a consistent lawn. Greens need the most work though. Lots of bad spots on them and almost no grass to hold the ball from just rolling forever even on good shots. I did see the course seems aware of these issues and is addressing them, so hopefully that happens by the next time I try to play again.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 03/21/2023

Hi, Goku4416! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Palmetto Hills Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great Time

Always enjoy the course. Always a challenge but enjoy it everytime

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 02/10/2023

Thanks so much for your wonderful review, 5ZLvOSlCSZ2YRWQfGikI. We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us. Please visit again soon. Thanks for choosing Palmetto Hills Golf Club!

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