Golf & Amenities
The course, the club, the craft
A Rees Jones championship course and the private amenities that define daily life at Ballantyne.
The Rees Jones championship course
Designed by Rees Jones — son of the legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr. and long known as the "Open Doctor" for his championship course preparations — the eighteen holes at Ballantyne Country Club are considered among the finest private layouts in the Carolinas. Opened in 1996, the course was built on gently rolling south Charlotte terrain and routed through mature hardwoods, preserved wetlands, and reflective lakes.
At 7,143 yards from the championship tees, the course rewards thoughtful shot selection over raw power. Generous landing zones give way to precisely contoured greens; approach shots are the test. Members and guests alike remember the closing stretch — water, elevation, and a par-4 eighteenth that plays back to the clubhouse terraces.
Scorecard & yardage
| Tees | Yardage | Rating | Slope |
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| Championship (Black) | 7,143 | 74.4 | 138 |
| Back (Blue) | 6,721 | 72.3 | 134 |
| Middle (White) | 6,196 | 69.9 | 128 |
| Forward (Gold) | 5,391 | 66.4 | 119 |
| Forward (Red) | 4,876 | 68.3 | 121 |
Yardages, ratings, and slope are indicative; confirm current values with the club pro shop.
Signature holes
The par-3 fourth plays over water to a green tucked against a bunker complex — a hole members reference in every round. The par-5 twelfth curves left through hardwoods, tempting the long hitter with a reachable second across water. The par-4 eighteenth finishes back toward the clubhouse, water down the left, with terrace diners as gallery.
Practice & instruction
A full-length driving range, dedicated short-game area, chipping greens, and practice bunkers support daily play and structured instruction. The teaching staff includes PGA-certified professionals working with junior, adult, and league programs throughout the season.
Beyond the course
- Har-Tru clay tennis courts and pickleball
- Family Activity Center with resort-style aquatics
- Fitness studio, personal training, group classes
- Formal and casual dining, seasonal terraces
- Wine program, private event spaces, ballroom
- Year-round member calendar — tournaments, wine dinners, holidays
Course quick facts
- Architect: Rees Jones
- Year opened: 1996
- Holes: 18 (par 72)
- Championship yardage: 7,143
- Access: private; members and accompanied guests
- Location: south Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, NC
Frequently asked
Golf & club questions, answered
Who designed the golf course at Ballantyne Country Club?
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The 18-hole championship course was designed by Rees Jones, one of American golf's most respected architects, and opened in 1996.
What is the yardage and par of the course?
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The course plays to a par of 72 and stretches to roughly 7,143 yards from the championship tees, with multiple forward tee sets for a wide range of handicaps.
Is the golf course private or open to the public?
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It is fully private. Play is limited to members and accompanied guests, which keeps pace of play unhurried and course conditioning consistently high.
What amenities are there beyond golf?
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Members enjoy a practice facility with short-game area, tennis and pickleball, aquatics, a fitness studio with classes and personal training, formal and casual dining, and a year-round calendar of member events.
Do homeowners get automatic golf privileges?
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No. Owning a home inside Ballantyne Country Club does not include club or golf privileges; membership is applied for separately through the club.