Love Course

at Barefoot Resort & Golf

Location: Myrtle Beach | Style: Links Style | Length: 7,000 yards | Par: 72

Opened in 2000 and designed by PGA Tour star Davis Love III, the Love Course at Barefoot Golf Resort is a celebration of wide fairways, creative shot-making, and Lowcountry charm. At just over 7000 yards, it offers plenty of length for the serious player, but its generous landing areas and strategic green complexes make it accessible and fun for golfers of all abilities.

Love’s design incorporates expansive fairways that invite players to swing freely with the driver, while subtle elevation changes, natural hazards, and clever bunkering reward precision on approach shots.

Course highlights

• Signature Davis Love III design – Blends wide fairways with demanding green complexes and natural scenery
• Unique course feature – Replica plantation ruins incorporated into several holes for a distinctive visual backdrop
• Playable for all skill levels – Generous fairways make it inviting, while clever greens challenge advanced players
• Recognised in rankings – Named 61st in South Carolina by Top 100 Golf Courses

Signature Holes

• Hole 13 – A dogleg right framed by the plantation ruins, this hole tempts golfers to take on an aggressive line, offering a true risk and reward play in one unforgettable setting.
• Hole 18 – A 596-yard par 5 that demands three well-placed shots to reach home, this closing hole offers a dramatic finish, pulling you back toward the clubhouse in grand style.

Clubhouse & amenities

Players on the Love Course share the main Barefoot Resort clubhouse, a spacious and welcoming hub that includes a professional golf shop, full dining facilities, and comfortable lounge areas.

The resort also offers extensive practice facilities, including a driving range, short-game area, and putting greens, ensuring every golfer can prepare before taking on the challenge.

Did You Know?

• The Love Course’s plantation ruins are a nod to the history of the Carolina Lowcountry and provide one of the most photographed backdrops in Myrtle Beach golf.
• Davis Love III’s design is widely praised for balancing challenge with playability, making it a favourite among both competitive and casual players.