18-HOLE COURSE - Semi-Private

(photo courtesy bellportvillage.org)

Pro: James Von Eschen, PGA

General Information: 631-286-7206
Tee Times: A computerized telephone service is available for
members to reserve tee times by calling 631-286-4170
Run by: Village of Bellport

Open: April to mid-December

Restrictions: Soft spikes and proper golf attire required

Memberships: Available, call for info

Available for Outings: yes

Credit Cards accepted: Yes

Discounts: Off-peak season, twilight, seniors

Carts: Pull-$5; Power- $23 per person

Website: http://www.bellportvillage.org/cms/village-directory/golf-course/

Amenities:

Pro Shop: Yes

Lessons: Yes

Driving Range: None

Practice Putting Greens: Yes

Practice Chipping Area: Yes

Clubhouse: Yes

Restaurant: Yes

GOLF COURSE

Bulit: 1899
Architect: Seth Raynor

Description: The members of this semi-private club, as well as the Town of Bellport which operates the club, like to cite Seth Raynor as the architect of note on this nice piece of property in Suffolk County.  If Raynor did build Bellport in 1899, then it predates his work with C.B. MacDonald on National Golf Links,
which opened ten years later in 1909.  Saying this was the work of Raynor by himself, it might explain why Robert Trent Jones and Bill Love had to come in years later to update the course. 

The golf course itself, which is still relatively short compared to today's standards, borders on the Great South Bay and offers many panoramic views of the water.  With a bit of feel for the old-style of course design, it's a fun track that can be quirky but enjoyable.

Readers Comments: A real pleasure with some great views of the water ... I really love being a member, as everyone is so nice and the golf course is fun and normally plays pretty fast ... As a resident, it feels like our own private course, which it kind of is.

Directions: Distance from Manhattan approximately 61 miles.
LIE (east) to exit 64, (Rte. 112) follow Rte 112 south to the end & go left onto Montauk Hwy.  Go 1 1/2 miles to fork at South Country Rd., bear right, for 3 miles to club on right.

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