Sea Island Seaside Course: A Restored Coastal Classic on St. Simons Island
Sea Island’s Seaside Course blends classic coastal links heritage with Tom Fazio’s 1999 layout, marshland views and a major 2026 restoration that reopened the course in October.
Sea Island’s Seaside Course carries nearly a century of architectural history. The current 18-hole layout was created by Tom Fazio in 1999, drawing on nine holes associated with Charles Alison and nine from Joe Lee. Its setting beside salt marshes and the Atlantic gives it a coastal links feel, while its tournament role has made it one of Georgia’s most recognisable resort courses.
A coastal course with layered architectural history
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The Seaside Course’s origins reach back to the early 20th century and the work of Harry Colt and Charles Alison. Tom Fazio’s 1999 routing reshaped the property into the present 18-hole course, blending links-inspired playing corridors with marshland views and a resort setting.
That combination creates a distinctive round. The open marshes can expose shots to coastal wind, while the fairways and greens reward players who understand the correct angle. The visual setting is beautiful, but the course’s strategy is based on position and control.
The 2026 restoration and what changed
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Sea Island closed Seaside for restoration beginning in May 2026 and reopened the course on October 19, 2026. The project, led by Love Golf Design with MacCurrach Golf Construction, included new turf, irrigation improvements, restored dunes and refinements to several greens and bunkers. The work aimed to respect Fazio’s layout while improving the playing surfaces.
The reopening does not mean every visitor date will operate normally. Sea Island’s current schedule lists the course as cart-path-only through November 23, 2026, with further tournament closures later in the season. Check the official calendar before choosing dates.
A resort course with a major-event calendar
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Seaside is one of Sea Island’s principal golf experiences and is associated with the RSM Classic. Tournament weeks and resort events can affect tee-time access, so visitors should not assume that every day shown on a general booking calendar is available for outside play.
Sea Island’s golf team can confirm current tee-time options, guest eligibility, cart restrictions and the status of the restored course. Build the rest of the St. Simons Island stay around those details rather than booking travel first and checking golf later.
The course has reopened—but its operating calendar still matters.
Seaside reopened on October 19, 2026 after a major restoration. Cart-path-only conditions run through November 23, with tournament closures also affecting later dates.
Check Sea Island’s live course schedule
Seaside reopened on October 19, 2026. Sea Island lists cart-path-only conditions through November 23 and tournament closures later in the season. Check the official calendar and confirm guest access and tee-time availability directly.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Who designed the current Seaside Course?
Tom Fazio created the current 18-hole layout in 1999, drawing on earlier Colt, Alison and Joe Lee course work.
When did Seaside reopen after restoration?
Sea Island reopened Seaside on October 19, 2026.
Is the course currently cart-path-only?
Sea Island’s schedule lists cart-path-only conditions through November 23, 2026.
Does the RSM Classic affect access?
Yes. Tournament dates can close the course to regular play; check Sea Island’s official schedule before booking.
