A Pine Course Renaissance
In 2023, every single hole on the Pine was reworked by Andrew Green, reimagining the entire experience. The result: a modern championship challenge with playability and fun now matching the previously stern test.
The verdict
Championship reborn for every player
Grey Oaks’ Pine Course is no longer strictly a big hitter’s test—it’s now a versatile, freshly-strategic challenge with wide fairways, bold bunkering, and expanded greens. The 2023 Andrew Green overhaul gives members and guests a more playable, more interesting, and more beautiful ride than ever. Come ready to think, shape shots, and attack the course in creative ways.
Course DNA
Difficulty
77
Scenery75
Conditioning90
Shot Variety85
Walkability62
Green Complexity82
Wow Factor70
Design Quality80
At a glance
Quick facts
Course Architect
Lloyd Clifton (original), Andrew Green (2023 renovation)
Slope Rating
147
Open Since
1993
Number of Tee Boxes
Multiple (championship to forward)
Bunkers Reworked
Fully overhauled in 2023
Chipping Areas
Short-grass surrounds added in renovation
Greens
Expanded, recontoured, and shifted
Practice Facility
Advanced short-game area (2022; not part of playable course)
The design
The architecture
Grey Oaks Pine Course stands as a poster child for modern private-club renovation, with Andrew Green’s 2023 redesign transforming what was once a demanding but conventional test into a high-strategy, visually fresh, and nuanced championship course. The widened fairways, artful bunkering, expanded and repositioned greens, and creatively contoured surrounds open up both shot options and recovery play, giving every hole new life. The terrain flows through carefully manicured, resort-style landscapes punctuated by palms, sculpted water features, and vistas that balance Florida beauty with serious golf interest. The course now sets up for any style: you can grip and rip, or plot and pick your spots.
Andrew Green’s 2023 overhaul breathes thoughtful modern strategy into every hole while respecting the club’s polished, championship DNA.
Defining features
- Expansive, varied fairways
- Imaginative and repositioned bunkering
- Large, challenging greens with inventive slopes
- Smooth, run-off short-grass chipping areas
- Signature water features and palm-lined corridors
- Modern, member-friendly play options
Hole by hole
Signature holes
Hole 2
The Opening Challenge
PAR
4
YARDAGE
442 yds
A long par 4 that doglegs gently and demands a quality drive to an ideal angle, setting the tone for championship-caliber ballstriking. Flanked by reworked bunkers and subtle elevation changes, it balances beauty and teeth.
Play it smart
Play for the right-center of the fairway to maximize angle into a pin that can be tucked behind bunkers.
Where it bites
Miss left and you'll contend with deep bunkering and flummoxing chipping zones.
Course management
Shots to think about
Approaching the tiered par-3 12th
Focus on your carry yardage—there's no safe miss left, so a straight, committed shot to the center is best.
Second shot on the 7th par 5
Gauge your confidence—lay up short of bunkers to your favorite wedge yardage, or thread a long iron to get home in three.
Navigating the expanded greens
Check pin positions carefully—Green’s renovation makes putting surfaces larger and multi-tiered, so leave an uphill putt when you can.
Driving into widened fairways
Don’t get greedy—the extra width invites bold lines, but pick targets that avoid sand and leave the right angle for your approach.
Scrambling from new short-grass surrounds
Expect fast, tight lies—choose a lofted club with confidence or a bump-and-run when possible.
Final approach into 18
Avoid the left—water swallows up left pins, so center the green and trust your putter.
On the day
What to expect
Conditions
Absolutely pristine, private-club standards; fast, firm, and carefully manicured.
Pace
Member-paced; typically efficient but varies with club activity—confirm with your host.
Vibe
Polished, tradition-rich, and competitive; serious golf with luxury undertones.
Dress code
Collared shirts and tailored shorts/pants required; standard country club attire—confirm with your host.
Before you tee off
Your game plan
01
Bring every shot in the bag
You’ll use driver through wedge on this layout, and scrambling skills will be tested at every turn.
02
Arrive early for the practice area
The club’s short-game zone is a standout—warm up with chips, pitches, and putts to match the course’s new surrounds.
03
Hydrate and stay cool
Florida humidity and sun are relentless, so pack sunscreen, a hat, and drink up often.
04
Brush up on course etiquette
As a premier private club, attention to pace and decorum is expected for guests and members alike.
The lore
How it came to be
- 1993
Pine Course opens as the first Grey Oaks layout
- 1999
Palm Course opens, adding diversity and style
- 2002
Estuary Course debuts, expanding club’s profile
- 2022
New short-game area opens (practice facility)
Stories & legends
What makes it special
Where Memorable Finishes Await
The closing stretch at Pine—especially the risk-reward 18th—forces great decisions and promises exhilarating drama for member matches and inter-club showdowns alike. It's a finish that gets the heart racing.
Not Just for the Bombers Anymore
Pine’s reputation as the club’s brute is gone. The course now rewards creativity, shotmaking, and thoughtful play, letting a wider range of skill levels shine. Every visit feels like a fresh challenge.
A Florida Family Legacy
Grey Oaks stems from the Collier/Sproul family vision, transforming generations of Naples land into one of the city’s staple private clubs. The Pine Course embodies their commitment to luxury club life and timeless design.
For the group chat
Fun facts
1
The Pine Course features more than 3,500 individual palm trees and 18 species—it's a true palm showcase.
2
The 2023 Andrew Green renovation reworked every single hole—it's almost a new course.
3
The closing trio of holes offers some of the most exciting scoring swings in Southwest Florida private golf.
4
Grey Oaks has hosted major regional amateur events, but the club is better known for its elite member experience than for outside tournaments.
5
Naples is one of Florida’s golf capitals, and Grey Oaks is among the most desired private memberships in the region.
Build the trip
If you're building a Naples golf adventure
CourseAccessWhy it's on the listTrip
Tiburón Golf Club
Resort/public-bookable
Tour-level setup, highly accessible for resort guests
Old Corkscrew Golf Club
Public/bookable
A tough, naturalistic Nicklaus test—challenging for any scratch or single-digit
Lely Resort – Mustang / Flamingo Island
Resort/public-bookable
Value, variety, and an easy option for extra rounds
Naples National Golf Club
Private
Elite private experience if you can secure access
Raptor Bay Golf Club
Resort/public-bookable
Scenic, less intense, friendly for a relaxing round
North or central Naples—easy drives to most of the region’s top options and all that the city offers
Course DNA
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Strong DNA Match8.4
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Strong DNA Match8.2
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Strong DNA Match8.2
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