Holly Tree Country Club
Course at a glance
Holly Tree Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Simpsonville, South Carolina (29681). The course was designed by George Cobb and opened in 1973. From the Blue tees, Holly Tree Country Club plays to 6,790 yards at par 72. The course offers 18 sets of tees ranging from 4,502 to 6,790 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.6, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 97% 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 full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Holly Tree Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Holly Tree Country Club
Holly Tree Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Simpsonville, South Carolina (29681). The course was designed by George Cobb and established in 1973. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,790 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 154, Holly Tree Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in South Carolina, playing harder than 97% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,502 to 6,790 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
6,790
Slope
142
Rating
73.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
154
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 142 | 73.6 | 543 | 182 | 390 | 411 | 501 | 381 | 437 | 197 | 393 | 3435 | 393 | 196 | 398 | 476 | 375 | 209 | 415 | 404 | 489 | 3355 | 6,790 |
Blue / White | 142 | 72.5 | 512 | 182 | 362 | 411 | 501 | 362 | 437 | 175 | 372 | 3314 | 363 | 196 | 378 | 456 | 375 | 189 | 415 | 404 | 489 | 3265 | 6,579 |
WhiteWomen's | 154 | 77.9 | 512 | 162 | 362 | 383 | 478 | 362 | 409 | 175 | 372 | 3215 | 363 | 172 | 378 | 456 | 358 | 189 | 376 | 380 | 453 | 3125 | 6,340 |
WhiteMen's | 140 | 71.3 | 512 | 162 | 362 | 383 | 478 | 362 | 409 | 175 | 372 | 3215 | 363 | 172 | 378 | 456 | 358 | 189 | 376 | 380 | 453 | 3125 | 6,340 |
White / Grey | 138 | 70.0 | 512 | 162 | 343 | 383 | 478 | 336 | 409 | 154 | 354 | 3131 | 333 | 172 | 353 | 433 | 358 | 143 | 376 | 380 | 453 | 3001 | 6,132 |
GreyWomen's | 150 | 75.6 | 512 | 139 | 343 | 350 | 450 | 336 | 391 | 154 | 354 | 3029 | 333 | 151 | 353 | 433 | 330 | 143 | 350 | 354 | 439 | 2886 | 5,915 |
GreyMen's | 137 | 69.1 | 512 | 139 | 343 | 350 | 450 | 336 | 391 | 154 | 354 | 3029 | 333 | 151 | 353 | 433 | 330 | 143 | 350 | 354 | 439 | 2886 | 5,915 |
Grey / GoldWomen's | 145 | 74.3 | 445 | 139 | 323 | 350 | 450 | 303 | 391 | 125 | 354 | 2880 | 302 | 151 | 353 | 401 | 330 | 143 | 350 | 354 | 439 | 2823 | 5,703 |
Grey / GoldMen's | 133 | 68.2 | 445 | 139 | 323 | 350 | 450 | 303 | 391 | 125 | 354 | 2880 | 302 | 151 | 353 | 401 | 330 | 143 | 350 | 354 | 439 | 2823 | 5,703 |
GoldWomen's | 139 | 73.3 | 445 | 139 | 323 | 350 | 419 | 303 | 355 | 125 | 354 | 2813 | 302 | 151 | 353 | 401 | 330 | 143 | 331 | 295 | 382 | 2688 | 5,501 |
GoldMen's | 129 | 67.1 | 445 | 139 | 323 | 350 | 419 | 303 | 355 | 125 | 354 | 2813 | 302 | 151 | 353 | 401 | 330 | 143 | 331 | 295 | 382 | 2688 | 5,501 |
Gold / RedWomen's | 135 | 72.3 | 445 | 139 | 297 | 350 | 419 | 303 | 355 | 125 | 304 | 2737 | 283 | 151 | 314 | 401 | 330 | 127 | 331 | 295 | 382 | 2614 | 5,351 |
Gold / RedMen's | 126 | 66.3 | 445 | 139 | 297 | 350 | 419 | 303 | 355 | 125 | 304 | 2737 | 283 | 151 | 314 | 401 | 330 | 127 | 331 | 295 | 382 | 2614 | 5,351 |
Red | 130 | 70.9 | 445 | 121 | 297 | 314 | 389 | 303 | 355 | 125 | 304 | 2653 | 283 | 110 | 314 | 401 | 288 | 127 | 303 | 295 | 382 | 2503 | 5,156 |
Red | 121 | 65.3 | 445 | 121 | 297 | 314 | 389 | 303 | 355 | 125 | 304 | 2653 | 283 | 110 | 314 | 401 | 288 | 127 | 303 | 295 | 382 | 2503 | 5,156 |
Red / Black | 128 | 68.4 | 399 | 121 | 256 | 314 | 389 | 263 | 355 | 104 | 288 | 2489 | 170 | 110 | 275 | 341 | 288 | 127 | 303 | 295 | 382 | 2291 | 4,780 |
BlackWomen's | 127 | 66.7 | 399 | 109 | 256 | 265 | 353 | 263 | 265 | 104 | 288 | 2302 | 170 | 110 | 275 | 341 | 288 | 127 | 256 | 295 | 338 | 2200 | 4,502 |
BlackMen's | 115 | 62.9 | 399 | 109 | 256 | 265 | 353 | 263 | 265 | 104 | 288 | 2302 | 170 | 110 | 275 | 341 | 288 | 127 | 256 | 295 | 338 | 2200 | 4,502 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 7 | 1 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 5 | 16 | 10 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 14 | 18 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Holly Tree Country Club offers 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,790 | 142 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
Blue / White | 6,579 | 142 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,340 | 154 | 77.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,340 | 140 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
White / Grey | 6,132 | 138 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
Grey | 5,915 | 150 | 75.6 | 12-22 |
Grey | 5,915 | 137 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Grey / Gold | 5,703 | 145 | 74.3 | 12-22 |
Grey / Gold | 5,703 | 133 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,501 | 139 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,501 | 129 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
Gold / Red | 5,351 | 135 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
Gold / Red | 5,351 | 126 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,156 | 130 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,156 | 121 | 65.3 | 20-30 |
Red / Black | 4,780 | 128 | 68.4 | 25+ |
Black | 4,502 | 127 | 66.7 | 25+ |
Black | 4,502 | 115 | 62.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Holly Tree Country Club
Holly Tree Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Holly Tree Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Holly Tree Country Club a public or private golf course?
Holly Tree Country Club is a private golf course located in Simpsonville, SC. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Holly Tree Country Club have?
Holly Tree Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1973. The course was designed by George Cobb.
What is the yardage at Holly Tree Country Club?
From the Blue / White tees, Holly Tree Country Club plays to 6,579 yards (par 72). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 4,502 to 6,790 yards.
What is the slope rating at Holly Tree Country Club?
The Blue tees at Holly Tree Country Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 73.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Holly Tree Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Holly Tree Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Holly Tree Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.hollytreecountryclub.com/ or call 864-967-9512 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Holly Tree Country Club offer?
Holly Tree Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Holly Tree Country Club located?
Holly Tree Country Club is located at 500 Golf Club Dr in Simpsonville, SC 29681. You can reach them at 864-967-9512.
What is the difficulty level at Holly Tree Country Club?
Holly Tree Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 154. It plays harder than 97% 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 Holly Tree Country Club?
Holly Tree Country Club offers 18 tee sets. Blue tees (6,790 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Black tees (4,502 yards, slope 115) 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 Holly Tree Country Club?
Beginners at Holly Tree Country Club should play the Black tees, which play 4,502 yards with a slope of 115. 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 Holly Tree Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 139, rating 73.3) at Holly Tree Country Club has a course handicap of 20, 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 Holly Tree Country Club?
A typical round at Holly Tree Country 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.