Mariner Sands – Gold Course
Private

Mariner Sands – Gold Course

Stuart, Martin County

Designed by Tom Fazio (Redesign)
18 Holes
Par 72
6,879 Yards
Rating 73.4
Slope 139

Also part of Mariner Sands:

Multiple championship courses in one community

Course Overview

The Gold Course at Mariner Sands is a Tom Fazio redesign playing 6,879 yards with a rating of 73.4 and slope of 139 — the more demanding of the club's two 18-hole layouts. Fazio's redesign elevated the course to championship caliber with strategic bunkering, water hazards, and elevated greens that demand precise approach play. Combined with the Blue Course, Mariner Sands offers 36 holes of elite private golf.

Fairway Conditions

The Fazio redesign brought this course to a different level. Bermuda fairways are impeccably maintained with strategic shaping and excellent drainage. The higher slope rating reflects the tighter fairways and more demanding green complexes. Conditioning is first-rate — this is a club that takes its golf seriously.

Alex Haigh at Mariner Sands — follow-through shot from behind on a green fairway with palm trees

Alex Haigh at Mariner Sands Gold

Alex Haigh

Why I Love This Course

— Alex Haigh

"The Gold Course is the one that gets people talking about Mariner Sands. The Fazio redesign gave it this championship feel that you don't always find at private clubs of this size — it plays like a tour-level layout on a manageable scale. The 73.4 rating means it's a legitimate test, and the conditioning is always immaculate. I've walked this course with clients who ended up buying in the community specifically because of the golf. That says everything."

Practice Facilities

Driving Range Short Game Area Putting Greens Tennis Courts

Amenities & Features

Driving Range
Short Game Area
Putting Greens
Tennis Courts
Pickleball Courts
Fitness Center
Dining

Pricing & Access

Private – Membership Required | Membership required

Membership & Fees

Membership Types

Multiple membership tiers available:
Full Golf Membership (Resident): Mandatory for homeowners — includes access to both Gold and Blue courses, practice facilities, dining, tennis, pickleball, and fitness center.
Full Golf Membership (Non-Resident): Available with access to both courses and club amenities.
Social Membership: Base membership for residents — required as part of homeownership. Includes clubhouse, dining, tennis, pool, and social events. Golf available as an add-on.
Family & Single options available.

Social membership is mandatory for all residents; golf membership is additional.

Initiation & Equity

Capital contribution of $40,000 required for Social Club membership (mandatory for all residents). This is a one-time capital contribution, not a refundable equity buy-in. Golf membership requires additional initiation — contact the club for current pricing (estimated $25,001–$50,000 range per third-party sources).

Annual Dues

2023-2024 Fee Schedule (most recent public data):
Resident Social Member Dues: $14,055/year (included in HOA/COA fees)
Resident-Family Golf Dues: ~$11,390/year (in addition to social dues)
Resident-Single Golf Dues: ~$9,790/year (in addition to social dues)
Total for Resident-Family Golf: ~$24,605/year combined
Handicap Fees: Single $45, Family $90
Tournament Fee: $75 one-time annual charge

Fees are subject to annual adjustment. Contact the club for current 2025-2026 pricing.

Greens Fees

No public green fees — members-only access. No daily fee or public play available.

Cart Fees

Cart fees included with golf membership. Cart availability managed through the club.

Tennis & Courts

Tennis and pickleball courts available for members. Private instruction and clinics available through the club. Contact for current programming and court availability.

Guest Fees & Policies

Members may host guests on the courses under club guest policies. Advance reservations typically required. No public guest green fee rates — managed through the club.

Junior & Senior

Not publicly available. Contact the club for junior and senior membership pricing or family plan options.

Dining & Social Minimums

Social membership includes clubhouse and dining access. The club has multiple dining venues and hosts regular social events, member-guest tournaments, and seasonal gatherings. F&B minimums not publicly disclosed.

Other Fees & Details

Fitness center included with membership. Driving range, short game area, and putting greens available. Assessment fees, storage fees, and transfer fees may apply — contact the club for details. Visit marinersands.com

For current membership details and to schedule a tour:

Visit Official Membership Page

All figures are sourced from publicly available information and third-party databases. Fees are subject to change — contact the club directly for current pricing and availability.

Course Details

Designer Tom Fazio (Redesign)
Holes 18
Par 72
Yards 6,879
Rating 73.4
Slope 139
Type Private
Location Stuart
County Martin
Address 6500 SE Mariner Sands Dr, Stuart, FL 34997

Properties in Mariner Sands

Mariner Sands is a 728-acre gated community in Stuart featuring estate homes ranging from the $400s to over $1M, with mandatory membership and 36 holes of championship golf.

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