Rarity Bay
About Rarity Bay
Rarity Bay is a 18-hole golf course located in Vonore, Tennessee. The course was designed by Victor Langham. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,799 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 72.3.
Walking is permitted.
Rarity Bay offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, putting it in the upper half of courses in Tennessee for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,799 to 6,799 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
6,799
Slope
129
Rating
72.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
129
TN Average
113
US Average
Based on 124 rated courses in Tennessee
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 | 129 | 72.3 | 377 | 188 | 424 | 409 | 367 | 375 | 192 | 402 | 536 | 3270 | 513 | 391 | 380 | 517 | 227 | 444 | 332 | 150 | 575 | 3529 | 6,799 |
Challenge | 127 | 70.9 | 377 | 174 | 382 | 393 | 367 | 375 | 192 | 387 | 518 | 3165 | 486 | 391 | 380 | 517 | 192 | 425 | 332 | 150 | 528 | 3401 | 6,566 |
Blue | 126 | 69.6 | 316 | 174 | 382 | 393 | 339 | 344 | 164 | 387 | 518 | 3017 | 486 | 355 | 360 | 498 | 192 | 425 | 312 | 132 | 528 | 3288 | 6,305 |
Blue/White | 124 | 67.9 | 316 | 140 | 353 | 288 | 339 | 344 | 164 | 314 | 518 | 2776 | 486 | 355 | 327 | 498 | 172 | 399 | 312 | 132 | 528 | 3209 | 5,985 |
White | 134 | 73.0 | 303 | 140 | 353 | 288 | 326 | 334 | 152 | 314 | 463 | 2673 | 469 | 342 | 327 | 464 | 172 | 399 | 280 | 110 | 502 | 3065 | 5,738 |
White | 120 | 67.0 | 303 | 140 | 353 | 288 | 326 | 334 | 152 | 314 | 463 | 2673 | 469 | 342 | 327 | 464 | 172 | 399 | 280 | 110 | 502 | 3065 | 5,738 |
White/Green | 123 | 69.2 | 303 | 113 | 278 | 288 | 326 | 248 | 80 | 314 | 415 | 2365 | 469 | 270 | 327 | 464 | 106 | 311 | 280 | 110 | 437 | 2774 | 5,139 |
White/Green | 115 | 64.3 | 303 | 113 | 278 | 288 | 326 | 248 | 80 | 314 | 415 | 2365 | 469 | 270 | 327 | 464 | 106 | 311 | 280 | 110 | 437 | 2774 | 5,139 |
Green | 117 | 66.6 | 261 | 113 | 278 | 278 | 286 | 248 | 80 | 260 | 415 | 2219 | 414 | 270 | 254 | 372 | 106 | 311 | 196 | 96 | 437 | 2456 | 4,675 |
Green | 112 | 62.4 | 261 | 113 | 278 | 278 | 286 | 248 | 80 | 260 | 415 | 2219 | 414 | 270 | 254 | 372 | 106 | 311 | 196 | 96 | 437 | 2456 | 4,675 |
Green/Orange | 110 | 63.2 | 192 | 113 | 219 | 278 | 222 | 248 | 80 | 260 | 314 | 1926 | 315 | 228 | 254 | 372 | 106 | 219 | 196 | 96 | 350 | 2136 | 4,062 |
Orange | 108 | 61.8 | 192 | 59 | 219 | 226 | 222 | 238 | 80 | 209 | 314 | 1759 | 315 | 228 | 220 | 310 | 106 | 219 | 196 | 96 | 350 | 2040 | 3,799 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Rarity Bay offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,799 | 129 | 72.3 | 0-5 |
Challenge | 6,566 | 127 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,305 | 126 | 69.6 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 5,985 | 124 | 67.9 | 12-22 |
White | 5,738 | 134 | 73.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,738 | 120 | 67.0 | 12-22 |
White/Green | 5,139 | 123 | 69.2 | 20-30 |
White/Green | 5,139 | 115 | 64.3 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,675 | 117 | 66.6 | 25+ |
Green | 4,675 | 112 | 62.4 | 25+ |
Green/Orange | 4,062 | 110 | 63.2 | 25+ |
Orange | 3,799 | 108 | 61.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Rarity Bay
Rarity Bay features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Rarity Bay. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rarity Bay a public or private golf course?expand_more
Rarity Bay is a public golf course located in Vonore, TN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Rarity Bay have?expand_more
Rarity Bay is a 18-hole golf course. The course was designed by Victor Langham.
What is the yardage at Rarity Bay?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Rarity Bay plays to 5,985 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,799 to 6,799 yards.
What is the slope rating at Rarity Bay?expand_more
The Gold tees at Rarity Bay have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 72.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Rarity Bay?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Rarity Bay. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Rarity Bay?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Rarity Bay. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Rarity Bay offer?expand_more
Rarity Bay offers a pro shop.
Where is Rarity Bay located?expand_more
Rarity Bay is located at Off Hwy 72 Tellico Lake in Vonore, TN. You can reach them at 423-884-3030.
What is the difficulty level at Rarity Bay?expand_more
Rarity Bay is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 77% of golf courses in Tennessee. The average slope rating in Tennessee is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Rarity Bay?expand_more
Rarity Bay offers 12 tee sets. Gold tees (6,799 yards, slope 129) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Orange tees (3,799 yards, slope 108) 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 Rarity Bay?expand_more
Beginners at Rarity Bay should play the Orange tees, which play 3,799 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Rarity Bay?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/Green tees (slope 123, rating 69.2) at Rarity Bay would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Rarity Bay?expand_more
A typical round at Rarity Bay 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.