Rarity Bay on Lake Tellico Course
Vonore, TN, USA
Nestled on the shores of Lake Tellico, Rarity Bay delivers a Scottish-inspired golfing experience amidst the rolling hills of eastern Tennessee. The course pays homage to links traditions with its meticulously sculpted fairways and undulating greens, presenting a strategic challenge that rewards thoughtful play. Designed by renowned architect Peter Jacobsen and Jim Hardy, the layout takes full advantage of the natural contours of the landscape. Wide fairways encourage aggressive drives, while strategically placed bunkers and water hazards demand precision on approach shots. Subtle doglegs and risk-reward opportunities add to the course's charm, creating a memorable round for golfers of all skill levels. While not a major championship venue, Rarity Bay is beloved by its members for its challenging yet fair design, and stunning natural beauty. The vibrant social scene and welcoming atmosphere contribute to a strong sense of community within the club. Locals favor the crab cakes served at the clubhouse - a perfect way to cap off a rewarding day on the links.
Rarity Bay on Tellico Lake is just an awesome spot to play. You get those great lake vibes right from the start — the course winds along the water with some really pretty views throughout the round. It’s a fun, playable layout with a nice mix of holes that keep you engaged the whole way through. The conditions were surprisingly solid for an October round — fairways were still lush, and the greens rolled nicely. Overall, it’s just one of those enjoyable courses where you can relax, take in the scenery, and still get a good test of golf in. Definitely a good spot if you’re ever in the area.
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Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Rarity Bay on Lake Tellico at Golf at Rarity Bay has a Course Vaults score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 5 explicit golfer ratings.
Rarity Bay on Lake Tellico was designed by D. J. DeVictor and Peter Langham.
Yes. Rarity Bay on Lake Tellico at Golf at Rarity Bay is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Rarity Bay on Lake Tellico is 72.
Rarity Bay on Lake Tellico plays 6,799 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Rarity Bay on Lake Tellico is 125.
