When golfers talk about the Brunswick Islands architecture, it never takes long for Tim Cate’s name to arise. Few people have influenced the area’s growth as a golf destination to the degree Cate, who also happens to be a local resident, has. Cate has designed five of the area’s most popular public…
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The Brunswick Islands offer more than just salt-air breezes and ocean sunsets - the area is home to some of the most scenic golf courses in North Carolina. If you’re looking for layouts that combine natural beauty with thoughtful design, Lockwood Folly Country Club, The Pearl Golf Links, Oyster Bay…
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The Brunswick Islands are packed with memorable golf, and few architects have left a bigger imprint on the area than Willard Byrd. Whether you're chasing birdies with your buddies or planning a weeklong golf binge, these five Byrd-designed courses belong on your radar. 1. Lockwood Folly Country…
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Planning a golf trip is half the fun - especially in a destination like North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands, where group leaders enjoy a choice of more than 30 golf courses, great restaurants, and stunning coastal views. Here’s a three-day itinerary that blends golf, food, and relaxation to showcase…
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When the Byrd Course reopened in fall 2024, golfers discovered more than a new layout—they experienced the beginning of a renaissance at Sea Trail Resort, long a cornerstone of the NC's Brunswick Islands golf scene. A Renovation Rooted in Excellence Renowned architect Tim Cate, a Sunset Beach…
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For golfers, a buddies trip is always a highlight of the annual calendar. When that junket brings you to NC's Brunswick Islands, home to 30+ courses and stunning coastal scenery, life is even better. Passion for the game and the enjoyment of time spent with friends often means 18 holes isn’t…
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The NC's Brunswick Islands golf experience doesn’t have to end when the day’s final putt drops, especially when the “19th Hole” offers the promise of stunning views and outstanding food. The days of golf courses offering nothing more than hot dogs and a ham sandwich are in the past. Clubhouses have…
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From the mountains and the sandhills to the stunning Brunswick Islands, North Carolina is an international golf destination, attracting players from across the globe to enjoy the best the Tar Heel state has to offer. A significant part of the state’s appeal lies in the strength of the Brunswick…
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Five Longest Golf Holes Along the Brunswick Islands There is much more to golf than pounding the driver, but there are holes where brawn is a prerequisite for success. For players who relish the opportunity to unsheathe the big stick and swing from the heels, a Brunswick Islands golf trip offers…
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Ocean Ridge Plantation, home of Lion’s Paw, Panther’s Run, Tiger’s Eye and Leopard’s Chase, has long been one of the Brunswick Islands' most popular golf properties. The Big Cats, as the courses are affectionately known, are renowned for the quality of their design, highlighted by architect Tim…
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