Shaped by the Lowcountry’s natural beauty and designed by World Golf Hall of Fame architect Pete Dye, The Ford Field & River Club’s award-winning golf course has been included in Golfweek’s “Best 2024: Top 200 Residential Golf Courses in the U.S.” for the sixth year in a row, this year at #62. With no tee times, the 250-acre championship course welcomes golfers to socialize with fellow members while playing in a breathtaking natural setting where there’s never a rush.
Surrounded by freshwater lakes, sprawling meadows and picturesque coastline, the Pete Dye golf course has long been celebrated as a masterful design amidst unparalleled natural splendor. Dye himself hailed it as his “finest Southern design,” a testament to its exceptional quality and timeless appeal. It’s for good reason the course has played host to the prestigious Georgia Open six times, further solidifying its reputation as a premier golfing destination.
Golfers embarking on a round at The Ford are treated to a unique experience as they traverse the course’s front nine and back nine. The front nine, with its parkland-style layout, offers a serene landscape characterized by towering oaks, shimmering lakes and the private community’s Southern-style homes. The idyllic setting provides a rich backdrop for a relaxed and contemplative game of golf.
In stark contrast, the back nine presents a thrilling challenge with its links-style design set on a distinct peninsula. Here, golfers are met with a very different world — tall grasses, birds and views of the estuary. The transition between these two distinct environments ensures that every round played at The Ford is truly memorable.
“One thing I love about The Ford’s course is its unique setup,” says David Engram, The Ford’s Director of Golf. “When you walk behind the Clubhouse, and you get to see the entire back nine, it really is an ‘ah ha’ moment. That’s what gets me every day. I can’t tell you how many different photos I’ve taken of the back nine when the sun hits just right.”
One of the hallmarks of The Ford’s golfing experience is its unhurried pace through the two worlds. With no tee times to adhere to, golfers have the freedom to enjoy their game at their chosen tempo, inviting players to better connect with the landscape, the wildlife, and their fellow golfers.
Interested in playing Pete Dye’s renowned golf course at The Ford? Schedule your Discovery Visit today and experience our private haven’s one-of–a-kind Lowcountry living.
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