South Carolina
Palmetto Bluff is a luxury Lowcountry golf and resort destination set along the May River between Savannah and Hilton Head. The golf experience now includes the Jack Nicklaus Signature May River Golf Course, the reversible King-Collins Crossroads course, and the private Coore & Crenshaw-designed Anson Point within the Palmetto Bluff Club setting.
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The May River Golf Course at Palmetto Bluff is a stunning Jack Nicklaus Signature Course that winds through the scenic landscape of South Carolina's Lowcountry, offering a challenging yet rewarding experience for golfers of all skill levels.
Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.
A luxury South Carolina golf getaway built around Montage Palmetto Bluff accommodations, May River Golf Course access, and Lowcountry resort experiences such as dining, spa, boating, biking, and time along the May River.
A relaxed luxury itinerary pairing golf at Palmetto Bluff with spa, dining, May River excursions, biking, and time in nearby Bluffton, Hilton Head, or Savannah.
Palmetto Bluff is built for travelers who want golf wrapped in a full Lowcountry resort experience. May River brings classic Jack Nicklaus resort golf through live oaks, marsh edges, and riverfront scenery, while Crossroads adds a newer, playful reversible nine-hole experience from King-Collins. The broader property adds Montage-level lodging, boating, fishing, biking, spa, dining, and a slower Southern pace that works especially well for couples, corporate retreats, and high-end groups that want more than just tee times.
Most golf travelers stay at Montage Palmetto Bluff, which offers rooms, suites, cottages, cottage suites, residences, and vacation homes throughout the resort community. Larger groups can also use Wilson Village homes, Moreland Village homes, and signature residences when available.
Palmetto Bluff pairs private-club-style golf with Montage resort amenities, including Spa Montage, multiple restaurants, pools, biking trails, boating, fishing, fitness, racquet sports, and extensive outdoor Lowcountry experiences.
Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.
Room / Suite / Cottage / Residence / Vacation Home
Luxury Lowcountry resort with guestrooms, suites, cottages, cottage suites, residences, and vacation homes set between the May River, Wilson Village, Moreland Village, and preserved natural landscapes.
Best overall lodging base for Palmetto Bluff golf, dining, spa, boating, and resort access.
Cottage / Cottage Suite
Southern-style cottages and cottage suites with residential touches, porches, fireplaces, and Lowcountry views throughout the Montage Palmetto Bluff resort community.
Strong fit for couples and small golf groups that want more space than a standard guestroom.
Residence / Village Home / Vacation Home
Larger resort residences, Wilson Village homes, Moreland Village homes, and signature residences suited for families, executive retreats, and larger golf groups.
Best for groups that want shared gathering space and a more private residential-style stay.
Palmetto Bluff is located in Bluffton, South Carolina between Hilton Head Island and Savannah. Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) is the most practical major airport, about 24–30 miles away depending on route, with Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) also nearby; private transfers are recommended because rideshare availability can be inconsistent.
Palmetto Bluff’s golf offering includes the Jack Nicklaus Signature May River Golf Course, the reversible nine-hole Crossroads course by King-Collins, and the private Anson Point course designed by Coore & Crenshaw. Access can vary by membership, guest status, and availability.
May River Golf Course was designed by Jack Nicklaus, Crossroads was designed by King-Collins, and Anson Point was designed by Coore & Crenshaw.
Crossroads is a reversible nine-hole course from King-Collins designed for flexible, creative golf with varied shot-making options and a less traditional layout than a standard 18-hole course.
Golf access is limited and should be confirmed before booking. May River and Crossroads are private-club-style experiences with a limited number of tee times available for Montage Palmetto Bluff guests, while certain access may be reserved for Palmetto Bluff Club members.
Montage Palmetto Bluff is the primary lodging base, with guestrooms, suites, cottages, cottage suites, residences, and vacation homes throughout the resort community.
Spring and fall are the best overall seasons for golf and outdoor activities. Winter can be comfortable and quieter, while summer is hot and humid with a greater chance of afternoon storms.
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) is the most practical major airport and is roughly 35–45 minutes from the resort. Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) is also nearby with more limited service.
Palmetto Bluff is strongest for luxury couples trips, corporate retreats, and high-end groups that want golf plus spa, dining, boating, and Lowcountry experiences. It can work for buddies trips, but it is more refined and resort-focused than a pure golf-only destination.
477 Mount Pelia Road, Bluffton, South Carolina 29910, United States
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