Castle Bay Country Club
About Castle Bay Country Club
Castle Bay Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Hampstead, North Carolina (28443). The course was designed by Randy Blanton and established in 1999. From the Gold Tees tees, the course plays to 6,422 yards with a par of 72. The Gold Tees tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 71.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 131, Castle Bay Country Club is more accessible than most courses in North Carolina. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,470 to 6,422 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
6,422
Slope
129
Rating
71.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 349 rated courses in North Carolina
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 129 | 71.0 | 344 | 341 | 160 | 557 | 172 | 340 | 414 | 541 | 344 | 3213 | 366 | 511 | 176 | 383 | 543 | 360 | 194 | 432 | 244 | 3209 | 6,422 |
Blue Tees | 124 | 69.6 | 332 | 288 | 139 | 533 | 158 | 320 | 390 | 511 | 332 | 3003 | 352 | 499 | 157 | 361 | 526 | 326 | 177 | 400 | 236 | 3034 | 6,037 |
Blue-White Combo | 121 | 68.2 | 332 | 288 | 139 | 511 | 158 | 320 | 363 | 457 | 326 | 2894 | 319 | 499 | 134 | 361 | 433 | 326 | 168 | 363 | 236 | 2839 | 5,733 |
White Tees | 131 | 73.1 | 318 | 278 | 131 | 511 | 154 | 315 | 363 | 457 | 326 | 2853 | 319 | 481 | 134 | 344 | 433 | 282 | 168 | 363 | 208 | 2732 | 5,585 |
White Tees | 119 | 67.4 | 318 | 278 | 131 | 511 | 154 | 315 | 363 | 457 | 326 | 2853 | 319 | 481 | 134 | 344 | 433 | 282 | 168 | 363 | 208 | 2732 | 5,585 |
Green Tees | 123 | 69.6 | 310 | 271 | 103 | 364 | 145 | 310 | 298 | 447 | 231 | 2479 | 314 | 461 | 124 | 324 | 426 | 224 | 163 | 332 | 199 | 2567 | 5,046 |
Green Tees | 109 | 64.7 | 310 | 271 | 103 | 364 | 145 | 310 | 298 | 447 | 231 | 2479 | 314 | 461 | 124 | 324 | 426 | 224 | 163 | 332 | 199 | 2567 | 5,046 |
Red Tees | 114 | 66.6 | 250 | 246 | 98 | 360 | 123 | 215 | 259 | 400 | 223 | 2174 | 304 | 385 | 100 | 273 | 398 | 221 | 121 | 327 | 167 | 2296 | 4,470 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 16 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Castle Bay Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Tees | 6,422 | 129 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Blue Tees | 6,037 | 124 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
Blue-White Combo | 5,733 | 121 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
White Tees | 5,585 | 131 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
White Tees | 5,585 | 119 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Green Tees | 5,046 | 123 | 69.6 | 20-30 |
Green Tees | 5,046 | 109 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Red Tees | 4,470 | 114 | 66.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Castle Bay Country Club
Castle Bay Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Castle Bay Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Castle Bay Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Castle Bay Country Club is a semi private golf course located in Hampstead, NC.
How many holes does Castle Bay Country Club have?expand_more
Castle Bay Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1999. The course was designed by Randy Blanton.
What is the yardage at Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue-White Combo tees, Castle Bay Country Club plays to 5,733 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,470 to 6,422 yards.
What is the slope rating at Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
The Gold Tees tees at Castle Bay Country Club have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 71.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Castle Bay Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Castle Bay Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Castle Bay Country Club offer?expand_more
Castle Bay Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Castle Bay Country Club located?expand_more
Castle Bay Country Club is located at 2516 Hoover Rd in Hampstead, NC 28443. You can reach them at 910-270-1978.
What is the difficulty level at Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
Castle Bay Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 34% of golf courses in North Carolina. The average slope rating in North Carolina is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
Castle Bay Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Gold Tees tees (6,422 yards, slope 129) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red Tees tees (4,470 yards, slope 114) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Castle Bay Country Club should play the Red Tees tees, which play 4,470 yards with a slope of 114. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White Tees tees (slope 119, rating 67.4) at Castle Bay Country Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Castle Bay Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Castle Bay Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.