Kiawah Island Golf Resort - Osprey Point

Osprey Point is the thinking golfer's choice at Kiawah Island—a Tom Fazio design that rewards strategy over raw power. Opened in 1988 and completely renovated in 2014, this course flows across nearly 6,900 yards through dense maritime forests of live oaks, pines, and palmettos, with four natural freshwater lakes and saltwater marsh fingers weaving through the routing. The design is notably playable with generous fairways and landing areas, making it accessible to golfers of all abilities while still presenting a serious test with water in play on 15 of 18 holes and strategic bunkering throughout.

What sets Osprey Point apart is its perfect balance between challenge and enjoyment. The par-3s are particularly strong, and holes like the dramatic 9th—a 461-yard par-4 dogleg demanding a forced carry over lagoon—provide the kind of memorable moments that define a great golf trip. The finishing stretch, especially the par-5 18th hugging Canvasback Pond, delivers drama without brutality. The course maintains pristine conditioning year-round, with lush fairways and true-rolling greens that inspire confidence.

Beyond the golf, the elegant clubhouse anchors the experience with the casual Cherrywood BBQ & Ale House serving authentic Lowcountry cuisine on an open veranda where you can spot the island's famous alligators. Groups frequently cite Osprey Point as the highlight of a multi-course Kiawah trip—not because it's the most famous, but because it's genuinely the most enjoyable to play.