The Best Golf Courses Near Chatham
At Chatham Bars Inn, many of our guests are veteran golfers who travel to Cape Cod to take advantage of the plethora of incredible golf courses in the region. We’ve put together this list of 10 of our favorite courses, sorted by their distance from Chatham Bars Inn, to make it easier for golfers to find their next destination. Whether you’re a beginner or on the verge of going pro, you’re sure to find a course you’ll love.
Chatham Seaside Links
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Chatham Seaside Links is located right next to Chatham Bars Inn, making it the obvious choice for players who want to sneak in a quick 9 during their vacation. The course has been in operation since 1895, but recent renovations and great groundskeeping mean the course remains in stellar shape all season long.
Address: 209 Seaview St, Chatham, MA, 02633
Phone Number: (508) 945-4774
Website: http://chathamseasidelinks.com/
Access: Public
Number of Holes: 9
Par: 34
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 0.1 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 1 minute
The Captains Golf Course
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The Captains is actually two championship golf courses in one location. Both the “Port” and “Starboard” courses are challenging, 18-hole courses designed to keep golfers of all levels engaged. If you’re interested in checking the courses out before you book a tee time, we recommend taking a look at The Captains’ in-depth course flyover to get a feel for what you’ll be faced with.
Address: 1000 Freemans Way, Brewster, MA 02631
Phone Number: (508) 896-1716
Website: http://www.captainsgolfcourse.com/
Access: Public
Number of Holes: 18 for each course
Par: 72 for each course
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 6.3 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 12 minutes
Harwich Port Golf Course
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The Harwich Port Golf Course offers 9 walkable holes perfect for a quick game with friends, family or by yourself.
Address: 51 South St, Harwich Port, Massachusetts 02646
Phone Number: (508) 432-0250
Website: https://www.facebook.com/harwichportgc/
Access: Semi-Private
Number of Holes: 9
Par: 34
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 7.8 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 17 minutes
Cranberry Valley Golf Course
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Cranberry Valley’s 18 holes are a favorite of “serious golfers” due to their level of challenge and distinct personalities, according to New England Golf Guide. And, as Northeast Golf notes, the club’s amenities and attention to detail help all golfers to feel welcome.
Address: 183 Oak St, Harwich, Massachusetts 02645
Phone Number: (508) 430-5234
Website: http://cranberryvalley.golf
Access: Public
Number of Holes: 18
Par: 72
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 7.9 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 16 minutes
Blue Rock
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The meticulously-maintained Blue Rock Golf Course in South Yarmouth is an award-winning 18-hole par 3 course, challenging for experienced golfers yet welcoming for new golfers. Named one of the "Top 10 Par 3 Courses in the World" by Golf Magazine, Blue Rock’s holes range from 103 to 255 yards, with four holes over water. Lessons, clinics, a full-service pro shop and dining are also available. Ask about the Lessons, Links and Lunch or Breakfast Club packages.
Address: 48 Todd Rd, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts 02664
Phone Number: (508) 398-9295
Website: http://www.bluerockgolfcourse.com/
Access: Public
Number of Holes: 18
Par: 54
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 13.4 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 26 minutes
Bass River
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Bass River is a challenging-but-enjoyable course in Yarmouth known for its wide fairways and small greens. At 18 holes, it’s still very walkable, and the view of the river can’t be beat.
Address: 62 High Bank Rd, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts 02664
Phone Number: (508) 398-9079
Website: http://www.golfyarmouthcapecod.com/
Access: Semi-Private
Number of Holes: 18
Par: 72
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 13.9 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 27 minutes
Dennis Pines
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Dennis Pines isn't just one of the best golf courses in the region - it's regularly touted as one of the top 10 public golf courses in all of New England. This course bills itself as “one of the toughest layouts on Cape Cod,” demanding accuracy and intelligent play all the way through. Even if you have a rough day on the course, you’ll enjoy the views - Dennis Pines runs through 170 acres of gorgeous pine forest.
Address: 50 Golf Course Rd. East Dennis, MA 02641
Phone Number: (508) 385-8347
Website: http://www.dennisgolf.com/
Access: Public
Number of Holes: 18
Par: 72
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 15.5 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 25 minutes
Dennis Highlands
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From its “impressive entranceway among wild flowers and trees” to its completely renovated grounds - the clubhouse and all 18 holes have been updated in the last four years - Dennis Highlands is a sight to behold. Get your swing going on their impressive practice range and test your skills on their 18 challenging, visually striking holes.
Address: 825 Old Bass River Rd, Dennis, Massachusetts 02638
Phone Number: (508) 385-8347
Website: http://www.dennisgolf.com/
Access: Public
Number of Holes: 18
Par: 71
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 16.4 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 27 minutes
Bayberry Hills
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Another one of Yarmouth’s beautiful courses, Bayberry Hills offers challenging, varied play, and lots of it. Between the Red, White and Blue courses, there are 27 holes to enjoy in total.
Address: 635 W Yarmouth Rd, West Yarmouth, Massachusetts 02673
Phone Number: (508) 398-9079
Website: http://www.golfyarmouthcapecod.com/
Access: Municipal
Number of Holes: 27
Par: 72
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 18.4 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 28 minutes
Highland Links
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Founded in 1892, Highland Links is known as Cape Cod’s oldest golf course and one of its most beautiful. Featuring “deep natural rough, Scotch broom, heath, non-irrigated open fairways and spectacular ocean views,” Highland Links claims to be “as close to the Scottish tradition” as any course in the eastern US.
Address: 10 Highland Light Rd, North Truro, Massachusetts 02652
Phone Number: (508) 487-9201
Website: http://www.highlandlinkscapecod.com/
Access: Public
Number of Holes: 18
Par: 70
Distance from Chatham Bars Inn: 29.3 miles
Drive Time from Chatham Bars Inn: 47 minutes
