Hammock Bay Golf and Country Club is in the same league as The Rookery at Naples. In fact, they are located right down the road from each other. Hammock Bay seems like an extension of the Rookery. Very similar course, but easier. At 6912 yards from the tips,
the course seems moderate in length. Don't be tricked, the wind blows constantly and Hammock Bay plays much longer. The rating dials in at 73.4, along with a 134 slope. The course is in immaculate condition, even in the off season. The clubhouse and facilities are extremely nice, as well as the personable staff.
The bulk of the difficulty of the course comes from the wind. Club selection is crucial as the course twists and turns. The greens are medium in size, and moderately tricky. There a much variability in the hole designs ranging from short par 4's over water, long par 5's with wide open fairways and heavily bunkered par 3's. At 352 yards, the par 4 thirteenth seems like a walk in the park. Unfortunately, this short par 4 features a sloped fairway, hazards in play on the drive on both the left and right, bunkers and an elevated, sloping green. Four good shots are required for par on this memorable hole. At 170 yards, the eleventh hole par 3 is the most memborable on the course. With a view of Marco island, this hole is an easy par as long as you hit the green. If not, expect to test your short game if your tee shot is short. A miss long allows for a putt down a slope for an easy par.
Hammock Bay is an excellent course, and tee times should be investigated when in the area. With a friendly staff, great design, and moderate difficulty, Hammock Bay is worth a try.
Value: 8.5
Difficulty: 7
Pricing: 8 (varies)
Variability: 10
Pictures taken by Paul Damascus
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