
Rose Hill Course
Rose Hill Golf Club

About this course
Rose Hill Golf Club, nestled in Bluffton, South Carolina, began with promises of Lowcountry leisure and a burgeoning golfing community. It never quite achieved national prominence, but stands as a testament to accessible, enjoyable golf amid the area's distinctive landscape. Designed by Gary Player, Rose Hill presents a playable course across relatively flat terrain, punctuated by strategically placed water hazards and bunkers. The layout favors a thoughtful approach rather than brute force, with doglegs and well-guarded greens presenting a steady challenge. The course has undergone subtle enhancements over the years, ensuring it remains both appealing and well-maintained for its loyal membership. Rose Hill distinguishes itself not through grand tournaments or architectural acclaim, but through the spirit of its members. The club fosters a welcoming atmosphere, where camaraderie on and off the course is a valued tradition. After a round, members often gather on the porch of the clubhouse, enjoying the lingering golden hour light and sharing stories. The popular Wednesday night mixed golf events are particularly well attended, often followed by lively dinners in the dining room, making Rose Hill a true community cornerstone.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in SC
Quick facts
- Location
- Bluffton, SC, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1982
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Gene Hamm
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,961 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.5/139
- Course Vaults score
- 6.8
Getting there
The journey to Rose Hill Golf Club begins at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV), a compact, efficient gateway roughly thirty minutes south across the Georgia-South Carolina line. The drive north traces the Lowcountry's signature tableau - tidal marshes giving way to live oak canopies and Spanish moss - before slipping into the manicured residential enclave of Bluffton's May River corridor. Rose Hill reveals itself quietly, tucked within a gated community where the architecture nods to antebellum grace and the final turn delivers you to a clubhouse that feels less like arrival and more like homecoming to a place you've somehow always known.

FAQ
Common questions about Rose Hill
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Rose Hill has a Course Vaults score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 16 logged golfers.
Rose Hill was designed by Gene Hamm.
Yes. Rose Hill is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Rose Hill is 72.
Rose Hill plays 6,961 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Rose Hill is 139.



