Golf Kiawah Island: Day 1: Cougar Point

Whether you are playing Cougar Point the day of your arrival, or you have already spent the night, Cougar Point Golf Course is a good way to get your Kiawah golf vacation started right. This course is always in immaculate shape no matter what time of year, and is a great course that sums up Kiawah golf at its finest. This Gary Player design stretches out to roughly 6800 yards, and can be a gentle handshake for some due to its short length and relatively easy greens, but may give the average golfer some trouble being that the fairways are tight and there is water on 16 holes. The course condition is excellent, which is what you would expect from Kiawah Island golf, the fairways are like carpet and the greens are pure but aren't too quick, which makes the course more playable for the average golfer. The fifth and sixth holes are two of the best golf holes on the island, as they have expansive views spanning across the Kiawah river. Cougar point is a fantastic first course to play, introducing all first timers to the incredible caliber of golf that Kiawah Island has to offer. This golf course is a quick 7 minute drive from the Charleston Andell Inn, roughly 18 minutes from the center of John's Island, and 40 minutes from the Beachside Boutique Inn. Rates range from $180-262 depending on the season, but this course is worth every penny.

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