Amelia River Golf Club

Very friendly staff, pretty course and in good shape. Very good value as a guest golfer. Also enjoyed the group I was paired up with.

What a great day - weather always helps a lot - and the forecast was a high of 70 which is perfect. Being relatively close to the ocean, the winds were evident but nothing crazy. First of all, how have I never heard of this course? While it is quite the drive from home, it was worth the trip to play a course none of our foursome have played. Starter was friendly and informative. Course had NO HOUSES on it which is an anomaly in Jacksonville. It was close to what I think is the Fernandina airport - we saw some folks parachuting - but tree lined fairways and openness was a pleasant backdrop for our day. Tee boxes were maybe an 8 out of 10 - some needed some work but trees can have an effect with how the sun hits them so there is only so much that can be done. Fairways were well maintained and greens were consistent on every hole. If you're off the fairway, you will be penalized. Not a lot of room in the rough then past that, and your ball is gone - either in a creek or just a drop off in the woods. I lost a sleeve which is pretty good considering not ever having played here. Maybe that's why my shots taken were less risky. They even had a little TPC-esque 17th island hole almost - short but all water carry to the green. We will definitely be back - and soon.

Played here recently as part of a work event. Rental clubs were nice. Staff was friendly. The course was in decent shape. I thought the greens rolled very well. The course is not that long. A decent place to play. Since it was a work event I don't have any perspective on the cost. Downside was that our six groups did not go off in a row. We had two groups and then three others in between before our final four groups. Tough booking for large groups in advance.

We enjoy playing early to avoid the heat and still have plenty of day left.Most of the courses we played start tee times about 6:30 in the summer. The River starts at 7:30 so there should be no reason for the grounds crew to still be in play. The crew has been getting more invasive as time goes by. Last round all I could here were lawn mowers that followed us to each hole. They did not stop at all when we were hitting shots. I finally had to say something to the crew as I could no longer take the sound. They should know golf edicate. Otherwise it's a great course with very good food.

Amelia River is a phenomenal course. My dad plays it regularly, and when I visit from NY we play it over any of the other courses in the Fernandina Beach area.First, it is in excellent shape. Tee boxes, fairways, and greens are well-maintained - none of the dirt patches you can often find at public courses. Greens roll with good speed, without feeling like you're putting at Oakmont. This is all the more impressive with the amount of play the course gets - if the weather's nice (as it usually is) it's jammed. Fortunately the pace of play is still steady, unless you are the unlucky twosome stuck behind several groups of fours - usually don't have this issue, but it happens.Second, the layout of the course is fantastic, in my opinion. There are five sets of tee boxes, and two 'combo' tee options on the scorecard (note to course, add a gold/blue combo!). It's a true par 72, with no two holes being alike. Some run along the boundaries of the property where you can overlook the municipal airport and feel the winds coming off the ocean or intracoastal. Other holes take you through the Florida trees. Water and creek hazards are certainly prevalent but not overbearing. The par 3s, 4s, and 5s alike all have varying distances. Risky shots are tempting (never works out well for me). Alligators are often spotted chuckling at errant shots to the island-green par 3 17th.I believe the negative Yelp reviews are from a prior management regime. Highly recommend Amelia River for those looking for a unique, challenging, and well-rounded golf experience.

Excellent golf facility. Challenging holes beautiful fairways great clubhouse and ice staff. Love to play there again

Fantastic course! Great staff and great conditions. Bob on staff was a great person who welcomed us and made us feel like a guest at a private course.This is a must play in the area

This course is way overpriced for the conditions. Fairways and greens were crappy. We had to pay $58 dollars they GolfNow. This is no more than a $25 course. We usually play at the Omni Amelia resort for $48 and that's a way better course. Don't waste your time going here.

Stop in for breakfast and had a good meal. Service was very good and attentive. Food was cooked as ordered and serviced hot. Good place to stop bye for a meal whether play golf or visiting the area. Enjoy.

My favorite course on Amelia Island. We'll maintained greens and fairways, challenging while still able to score a low round, nice clubhouse and amenities.