About the course
27 holes carved through coastal bushland minutes from Port Stephens
Nelson Bay Golf Club is a daily-fee parkland course at 57 Dowling Street, Nelson Bay, in the Port Stephens region of New South Wales. Established in 1961, it is laid out as three nine-hole loops, each playing to par 36, allowing different 18-hole combinations. Facilities include a driving range, putting green, pro shop, restaurant/dining, coaching, club and cart hire, and parking.
Set among tree-lined fairways and native bushland, the course has a reputation for being scenic and well presented, with players frequently noting its immaculate condition and the kangaroos, wallabies and birdlife encountered on a round. The 27-hole layout draws praise for offering interesting variety, while its length means many visitors recommend taking a cart. The clubhouse and dining are a standout in the reviews, with the on-site restaurant and friendly, attentive staff regularly singled out, and the venue is also a popular choice for weddings and functions. Experiences in the pro shop and at the bistro can be a little inconsistent, but the overall impression is of a relaxed, welcoming destination with a strong coastal setting.
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