Brays Island Plantation Golf Club
Course at a glance
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Sheldon, South Carolina (29941). The course was designed by Ron Garl and opened in 1990. From the Gold tees, Brays Island Plantation Golf Club plays to 6,859 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 5,155 to 6,859 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 40% of rated golf courses in South Carolina. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Brays Island Plantation Golf Club
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sheldon, South Carolina (29941). The course was designed by Ron Garl and established in 1990. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,859 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 136, Brays Island Plantation Golf Club is more accessible than most courses in South 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 12 tee sets ranging from 5,155 to 6,859 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
6,859
Slope
134
Rating
73.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 201 rated courses in South 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 | 134 | 73.2 | 388 | 499 | 184 | 419 | 401 | 191 | 508 | 346 | 423 | 3359 | 415 | 407 | 549 | 171 | 512 | 441 | 396 | 194 | 415 | 3500 | 6,859 |
Quail | 131 | 72.1 | 363 | 499 | 184 | 380 | 401 | 172 | 508 | 336 | 403 | 3246 | 415 | 385 | 510 | 171 | 512 | 410 | 396 | 194 | 393 | 3386 | 6,632 |
BlueWomen's | 136 | 76.7 | 363 | 471 | 169 | 380 | 362 | 172 | 471 | 336 | 403 | 3127 | 357 | 385 | 510 | 143 | 490 | 410 | 338 | 153 | 393 | 3179 | 6,306 |
BlueMen's | 124 | 70.8 | 363 | 471 | 169 | 380 | 362 | 172 | 471 | 336 | 403 | 3127 | 357 | 385 | 510 | 143 | 490 | 410 | 338 | 153 | 393 | 3179 | 6,306 |
PheasantWomen's | 134 | 75.2 | 363 | 437 | 169 | 351 | 362 | 172 | 471 | 336 | 342 | 3003 | 357 | 354 | 479 | 143 | 490 | 367 | 338 | 153 | 354 | 3035 | 6,038 |
PheasantMen's | 123 | 69.5 | 363 | 437 | 169 | 351 | 362 | 172 | 471 | 336 | 342 | 3003 | 357 | 354 | 479 | 143 | 490 | 367 | 338 | 153 | 354 | 3035 | 6,038 |
WhiteWomen's | 129 | 73.4 | 317 | 437 | 158 | 351 | 339 | 149 | 432 | 277 | 342 | 2802 | 317 | 354 | 479 | 123 | 461 | 367 | 315 | 135 | 354 | 2905 | 5,707 |
WhiteMen's | 121 | 67.9 | 317 | 437 | 158 | 351 | 339 | 149 | 432 | 277 | 342 | 2802 | 317 | 354 | 479 | 123 | 461 | 367 | 315 | 135 | 354 | 2905 | 5,707 |
ChukarWomen's | 125 | 71.0 | 306 | 437 | 158 | 293 | 300 | 128 | 407 | 277 | 321 | 2627 | 317 | 341 | 442 | 123 | 401 | 323 | 264 | 135 | 323 | 2669 | 5,296 |
ChukarMen's | 117 | 66.0 | 306 | 437 | 158 | 293 | 300 | 128 | 407 | 277 | 321 | 2627 | 317 | 341 | 442 | 123 | 401 | 323 | 264 | 135 | 323 | 2669 | 5,296 |
GreenWomen's | 123 | 70.1 | 306 | 414 | 140 | 293 | 300 | 128 | 407 | 249 | 321 | 2558 | 291 | 341 | 442 | 90 | 401 | 323 | 264 | 122 | 323 | 2597 | 5,155 |
GreenMen's | 116 | 65.2 | 306 | 414 | 140 | 293 | 300 | 128 | 407 | 249 | 321 | 2558 | 291 | 341 | 442 | 90 | 401 | 323 | 264 | 122 | 323 | 2597 | 5,155 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 6 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 3 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,859 | 134 | 73.2 | 0-5 |
Quail | 6,632 | 131 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,306 | 136 | 76.7 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,306 | 124 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Pheasant | 6,038 | 134 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
Pheasant | 6,038 | 123 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,707 | 129 | 73.4 | 12-22 |
White | 5,707 | 121 | 67.9 | 12-22 |
Chukar | 5,296 | 125 | 71.0 | 20-30 |
Chukar | 5,296 | 117 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,155 | 123 | 70.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,155 | 116 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brays Island Plantation Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club is a private golf course located in Sheldon, SC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Brays Island Plantation Golf Club have?
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1990. The course was designed by Ron Garl.
What is the yardage at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
From the White tees, Brays Island Plantation Golf Club plays to 5,707 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,155 to 6,859 yards.
What is the slope rating at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
The Gold tees at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 73.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
Contact the course directly or call 843-846-3149 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Brays Island Plantation Golf Club offer?
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Brays Island Plantation Golf Club located?
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club is located at Brays Island Rd in Sheldon, SC 29941. You can reach them at 843-846-3149.
What is the difficulty level at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 40% of golf courses in South Carolina. The average slope rating in South Carolina is 137. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
Brays Island Plantation Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. Gold tees (6,859 yards, slope 134) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (5,155 yards, slope 116) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
Beginners at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 5,155 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 129, rating 73.4) at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club has a course handicap of 19, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club?
A typical round at Brays Island Plantation Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.
