Jump to content

Jacksonville Florida Guy Trip October advice please


Recommended Posts

Hey guys! Taking a buddy trip to JAX in October. Wanting some advice on a general area to rent an Airbnb. We don’t mind driving any direction 30-45 mins to golf but would like to be close to dining/drinks at night to make it Uber easy. Downtown vs a beach area. Emphasis on nightlife/excellent dining. Not looking to go clubbing or party. Age of group mid 30s-40s.

 

Also anyone play Osprey across the state line? Any suggestions not named TPC. We aren’t paying those ridiculous greens fees.

 

Thank you!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

  • Replies 11
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Hey guys! Taking a buddy trip to JAX in October. Wanting some advice on a general area to rent an Airbnb. We dont mind driving any direction 30-45 mins to golf but would like to be close to dining/drinks at night to make it Uber easy. Downtown vs a beach area. Emphasis on nightlife/excellent dining. Not looking to go clubbing or party. Age of group mid 30s-40s.

 

Also anyone play Osprey across the state line? Any suggestions not named TPC. We arent paying those ridiculous greens fees.

 

Thank you!

Don't stay downtown. I would recommend PV area or Neptune Beach. Good courses are King and Bear, Omni oak Marsh, Dye Valley can be fairly priced on tee off occasionally, North Hampton, St. John Golf, Osprey Point is a fun course.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

https://www.stjohnsgolf.com/golf

 

St. John's (N. St. Augustine) is always in great shape. The greens are very quick, and a fun layout. It's a great deal for the $.

Ping G30 LS TEC Diamana 'Ahina 70x
Cobra Fly Z+ Blueboard 103x
Ping Anser hybrid, 17
Mizuno MP63 C-Taper X
Ping Gorge 52, 56, 60
Ping Redwood ZB

Link to comment
Share on other sites

https://www.stjohnsgolf.com/golf

 

St. John's (N. St. Augustine) is always in great shape. The greens are very quick, and a fun layout. It's a great deal for the $.

 

Can confirm. Don’t leave yourself above the hole at St Johns.

 

As mentioned above, North Hampton is a fun track kind of close to the airport if you are looking to play on arrival or departure day. Haven’t played there in a while but was always a fun track. They just redid the bar/dining area and all the bunkers according to their emails. Andrew Jensen on YouTube plays out of there and has done some great on course vlogs with drone footage.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Hey guys! Taking a buddy trip to JAX in October. Wanting some advice on a general area to rent an Airbnb. We dont mind driving any direction 30-45 mins to golf but would like to be close to dining/drinks at night to make it Uber easy. Downtown vs a beach area. Emphasis on nightlife/excellent dining. Not looking to go clubbing or party. Age of group mid 30s-40s.

 

Also anyone play Osprey across the state line? Any suggestions not named TPC. We arent paying those ridiculous greens fees.

 

Thank you!

Don't stay downtown. I would recommend PV area or Neptune Beach. Good courses are King and Bear, Omni oak Marsh, Dye Valley can be fairly priced on tee off occasionally, North Hampton, St. John Golf, Osprey Point is a fun course.

 

 

Thank you. I booked a place in PV. Plan on playing all you suggested except Valley and possibly Omni if we can find a deal.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I liked Southampton when I was there. Not too far and they had good greens. Have not been there in like 5 yrs so please check before you go and with others on here. Good layout alot of houses but some unique holes. But when in PV, how can you resist sawgrass? Had such great times there, 1st class service, course in great shape, caddies make it fun,....and dyes is pretty tough too.

 

 

PING G430 LST 10* Tensei 1K Pro Orange 50S

PING G430 LST 3Wd 16.0* Fujikura XLR8 61

PING iCrossover Ventus Blue HB 7R

PING i525 4-PW Mitsubishi OTi 105 Stiff

Edel 47* TRP/54* DVR/58* DVR KBS CTaper Lite 110 Stiff

 

PING PLD DZB Proto

 

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I liked Southampton when I was there. Not too far and they had good greens. Have not been there in like 5 yrs so please check before you go and with others on here. Good layout alot of houses but some unique holes. But when in PV, how can you resist sawgrass? Had such great times there, 1st class service, course in great shape, caddies make it fun,....and dyes is pretty tough too.

 

South Hampton is still in great shape and a fun layout. The greens are pure and sometimes sneaky quick. They just redid their practice area and it’s top notch.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

PV was a good choice for base, but if you're looking for nightlife action, Jax Beach or Atlantic/Neptune Beach Town Center is where you will want to go. PV is rich suburban sedate and a 20 minute drive from any decent nightlife. Course recommendations are right on. I'd definitely include Southhampton in the list and also add Amelia National if you're willing to drive an hour (also might take a call from your pro to get on). I can host you on the Stadium or Valley for at least 25% off rack rates, plus no need to take a caddy (saves another $100 or so). I've done that for about a dozen WRXers over the last couple of years. Just let me know if you're interested in something like that.

 

Personally, if what you are contemplating is typical of guys' golf extravaganzas, I'd stay at the Best Western in Jax Beach. On the Ocean, mid-tier hotel, so relatively affordable, and in walking (or stumbling) distance of about 25 bars and restaurants. Also, across the street from my condo.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

PV was a good choice for base, but if you're looking for nightlife action, Jax Beach or Atlantic/Neptune Beach Town Center is where you will want to go. PV is rich suburban sedate and a 20 minute drive from any decent nightlife. Course recommendations are right on. I'd definitely include Southhampton in the list and also add Amelia National if you're willing to drive an hour (also might take a call from your pro to get on). I can host you on the Stadium or Valley for at least 25% off rack rates, plus no need to take a caddy (saves another $100 or so). I've done that for about a dozen WRXers over the last couple of years. Just let me know if you're interested in something like that.

 

Personally, if what you are contemplating is typical of guys' golf extravaganzas, I'd stay at the Best Western in Jax Beach. On the Ocean, mid-tier hotel, so relatively waffordable, and in walking (or stumbling) distance of about 25 bars and restaurants. Also, across the street from my condo.

 

Thank you for the suggestions and the TPC offer! I’ll let you know if we decide to go that route. What would rack rate be at that time of year? I’m sure we will wind up spending our nights in that area then. Booked PV bc found a condo to rent.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Just got back from Jacksonville on Sunday. Enjoyed playing Amelia River and Hidden Hills. Favorite was Queens Harbor Yacht & Country Club.

 

Yeah hidden hills looks like a fun layout. How did you find the conditions?

 

Outstanding service there. The course is an Arnold Palmer Signature Course. Conditions were better than expected with it being January and that area getting almost 20 inches of rain in 30 days. Played the ball down everywhere with no issues. Pay attention to yardages as there is a lot of water and several holes you may pull out driver and find that your ball ran through the fairway.

 

It's a course I would consider for membership if I was in that area and one I could play several times a week. You'll use every club in your bag. Have fun wherever you play!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Our picks

    • 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open - Discussion and links to Photos
      Please put any questions or Comments here
       
       
       
      General Albums
       
      2024 Texas Children's Houston Open - Monday #1
      2024 Texas Children's Houston Open - Monday #2
      2024 Texas Children's Houston Open - Tuesday #1
      2024 Texas Children's Houston Open - Tuesday #2
      2024 Texas Children's Houston Open - Tuesday #3
       
       
       
       
      WITB Albums
       
      Thorbjorn Olesen - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Ben Silverman - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Jesse Droemer - SoTX PGA Section POY - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      David Lipsky - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Martin Trainer - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Zac Blair - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Jacob Bridgeman - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Trace Crowe - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Jimmy Walker - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Daniel Berger - WITB(very mini) - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Chesson Hadley - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Callum McNeill - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Rhein Gibson - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Patrick Fishburn - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Peter Malnati - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Raul Pereda - WITB - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Gary Woodland WITB (New driver, iron shafts) – 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Padraig Harrington WITB – 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
       
       
       
       
      Pullout Albums
       
      Tom Hoge's custom Cameron - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Cameron putter - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Piretti putters - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Ping putter - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Kevin Dougherty's custom Cameron putter - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Bettinardi putter - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Cameron putter - 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Erik Barnes testing an all-black Axis1 putter – 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
      Tony Finau's new driver shaft – 2024 Texas Children's Houston Open
       
       
       
       
       
      • 7 replies
    • 2024 Valspar Championship WITB Photos (Thanks to bvmagic)- Discussion & Links to Photos
      This weeks WITB Pics are from member bvmagic (Brian). Brian's first event for WRX was in 2008 at Bayhill while in college. Thanks so much bv.
       
      Please put your comments or question on this thread. Links to all the threads are below...
       
       
       
       
        • Like
      • 31 replies
    • 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Discussion and Links to Photos
      Please put any questions or comments here
       
       
       
      General Albums
       
      2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Monday #1
      2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Monday #2
      2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Monday #3
       
       
       
       
      WITB Albums
       
      Matt (LFG) Every - WITB - 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational
      Sahith Theegala - WITB - 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational
       
       
       
       
       
      Pullout Albums
       
      New Cameron putters (and new "LD" grip) - 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational
      New Bettinardi MB & CB irons - 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational
      Custom Bettinardi API putter cover - 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational
      Custom Swag API covers - 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational
      New Golf Pride Reverse Taper grips - 2024 Arnold Palmer Invitational
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
        • Like
      • 15 replies
    • 2024 Cognizant Classic - Discussion and Links to Photos
      Please put any questions or comments here
       
       
       
       
      General Albums
       
      2024 Cognizant Classic - Monday #1
      2024 Cognizant Classic - Monday #2
      2024 Cognizant Classic - Monday #3
      2024 Cognizant Classic - Monday #4
       
       
       
      WITB Albums
       
      Brandt Snedeker - WITB - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Max Greyserman - WITB - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Eric Cole - WITB - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Carl Yuan - WITb - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Russell Henley - WITB - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Justin Sun - WITB - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Alex Noren - WITB - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Shane Lowry - WITB - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Taylor Montgomery - WITB - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Jake Knapp (KnappTime_ltd) - WITB - - 2024 Cognizant Classic
       
       
       
      Pullout Albums
       
      New Super Stoke Pistol Lock 1.0 & 2.0 grips - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      LA Golf new insert putter - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      New Garsen Quad Tour 15 grip - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      New Swag covers - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Jacob Bridgeman's custom Cameron putter - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Bud Cauley's custom Cameron putters - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Ryo Hisatsune's custom Cameron putter - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Chris Kirk - new black Callaway Apex CB irons and a few Odyssey putters - 2024 Cognizant Classic
      Alejandro Tosti's custom Cameron putter - 2024 Cognizant Classic
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
      • 2 replies
    • 2024 Genesis Invitational - Discussion and Links to Photos
      Please put any questions or comments here
       
       
       
      General Albums
       
      2024 Genesis Invitational - Monday #1
      2024 Genesis Invitational - Monday #2
      2024 Genesis Invitational - Tuesday #1
      2024 Genesis Invitational - Tuesday #2
      2024 Genesis Invitational - Tuesday #3
      2024 Genesis Invitational - Tuesday #4
       
       
       
       
      WITB Albums
       
      Rory McIlroy - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Sepp Straka - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Patrick Rodgers - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Brendon Todd - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Denny McCarthy - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Corey Conners - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Chase Johnson - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Tiger Woods - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Tommy Fleetwood - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Matt Fitzpatrick - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Si Woo Kim - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Viktor Hovland - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Wyndham Clark - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Cam Davis - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Nick Taylor - WITB - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Ben Baller WITB update (New putter, driver, hybrid and shafts) – 2024 Genesis Invitational
       
       
       
       
       
      Pullout Albums
       
      New Vortex Golf rangefinder - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      New Fujikura Ventus shaft - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Tiger Woods & TaylorMade "Sun Day Red" apparel launch event, product photos – 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Tiger Woods Sun Day Red golf shoes - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Aretera shafts - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      New Toulon putters - 2024 Genesis Invitational
      Tiger Woods' new white "Sun Day Red" golf shoe prototypes – 2024 Genesis Invitational
       
       
       
       
       
      • 22 replies

×
×
  • Create New...