Conservatory Course

at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Location: Palm Coast, Florida | Style: Links-style Resort | Length: 7,776 yards | Par: 72 | Designer: Tom Watson | Founded: 2006

The Conservatory Course at Hammock Beach Resort is one of Florida’s most ambitious and visually striking golf experiences. Designed by eight-time major champion Tom Watson, this championship layout stretches to a formidable 7,776 yards from the back tees, making it one of the longest courses in the state. Inspired by classic links golf, the course blends rolling terrain, deep bunkers, dramatic coquina waste areas and expansive greens with a distinctly Floridian backdrop of wetlands, waterfalls and towering pines.

Unlike many traditional Florida layouts, the Conservatory delivers elevation changes, strategic bunkering and undulating fairways rarely seen in the Sunshine State. Watson’s design philosophy of “beauty, variety and challenge” is evident throughout the routing, with risk-reward opportunities balanced against penal hazards and demanding approach shots. The course has earned widespread acclaim, including recognition among Golfweek’s Best Courses You Can Play in Florida and Golf Digest’s Best New Public Courses shortly after opening. For golfers seeking a memorable and demanding round as part of a luxury Florida golf vacation, the Conservatory is a true standout.

Course Highlights

• Tom Watson signature design – One of the legendary major champion’s most celebrated modern layouts, combining strategic shot-making with visual drama
• Florida’s longest course – Stretching nearly 7,800 yards from the championship tees, offering a stern test for low handicappers and professionals alike
• Links-inspired architecture – Features more than 140 bunkers, including traditional deep bunkers
• Spectacular visuals – Waterfalls, stonework, streams and expansive coquina waste areas create a resort golf experience unlike anywhere else in Florida
• Tournament pedigree – The course has hosted professional events and consistently ranks among Florida’s top public-access resort courses
• Playable for all abilities – Multiple tee options allow golfers to enjoy the layout at a more manageable yardage without sacrificing the strategic design

Signature Hole

The par-3 8th hole is the Conservatory’s defining moment. This picturesque island-green short hole may not play long, but it demands absolute precision. Surrounded by water and framed by elegant stonework and bunkering, the green tempts aggressive play while punishing anything slightly offline. With bail-out space only to the right, club selection and nerve are everything. It’s one of the most photographed holes in Florida golf and perfectly captures the course’s blend of beauty and intimidation.

Clubhouse and Amenities

The course takes its name from the striking British-style glass-domed clubhouse that overlooks the property. Facilities include:

• Extensive practice facilities with driving range, putting greens and short-game area
• Full-service golf shop and locker rooms
• Cocktail lounge and dining options within the clubhouse
• Access to Hammock Beach Resort amenities including luxury accommodations, spa, pools and beach access
• Professional instruction and resort golf services for groups and stay-and-play guests